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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1933
Page
1
Official city and county paper published every Thursday at Monticello Iowa by editors and proprietors Chas A Coxsee KBCE with second class mail entry dated November 4 1887 under act March 6 1879 at the Monticello post office.
A lengthy column discusses the NRA program and its uneven adoption by firms, with authorities warning of penalties for noncompliance. It notes Iowa’s kidnapping law, Mayo family security measures in Minnesota, and Howard Baldwin’s nomination for the Dubuque senate seat. It cites hog cholera in Jones County, banking balance averages, and Roosevelt's potential third term, ending with stock market turbulence and public appetite for thrills.
Fifteen thousand gathered to witness a double parachute drop in Aurora Illinois last Sunday. A young mother of two died during the stunt as onlookers wonder how many covered their faces and who will boast of the gruesome sight.
Russell Lord argues that the 1930s farm resurgence is overhyped. He outlines four cautions for would be back to the landers based on his farming youth and varied experience. He warns farming is unsuitable for health needs and stresses take it slow, accept market forces, and avoid expecting simplicity in a one person operation.
Marshall Maslin notes a lighthearted view of family life where father, while earning money, lacks authority and memory, as mother manages most duties. Children joke about him and he yields control to the wife who runs the household and raises the children.
Real estate deeds list transfers in Jones county including James Paulista to Agnes Paulista for two lots in Oxford Junction and Lizzie Bemrose to Bert and Agatha Wink for lots in Strawberry Hill Anamosa. Sheriff deeds to N W Mutual Life, D W Bates receiver, James Hughes, Stella Heitchen Snyder and others total 298 acres valued 22336 43, plus additional conveyances and reserved timber rights. Quotations conclude with a Disraeli quote.
The Golden Temple of Jehol replica at the Century of Progress opens May 287. Swedish explorer Sven Hedin arranged its transport with Vincent Bendix, using 28000 wood pieces to recreate the Lama temple and display its romance, intrigue, and Buddhist heritage for Western visitors.
A Chicago Journal of Commerce critique argues Washington controls policy and public discourse as economic fear and political pressure grow. It cites TVA excerpts praising government planning and warns of fascist overreach if liberty is sacrificed for a “planned future.” It also recalls rail workers and riders adapting to new norms amid mass unemployment.
A Missouri Valley freight train passes with a long open freight car carrying a group of men of all ages who stand unafraid atop cars and peering from doors. Some carry luggage while police and marshals appear not to intervene.
Toledo Chronicle reports a tire maker’s page ad urging end to price chiseling and a shift to value, citing William Feather on stopping bid beating. It calls for a six month halt on lowest bids, urging fair pricing and reform starting at home.
Printers and publishers in Cedar Rapids heard talks by Baldridge of the National Editorial association and Caswell of the state editorial association. They discussed a price code representing Iowa publishers. The national code, favored by East plants, may hurt West shops without modification. A Des Moines state meeting will follow.
The Burlington Hawkeye argues that distillers and their patrons must oppose rising liquor restrictions and support drafting laws that prevent a future prohibition wave.
The New York Times notes a 29 year old college president and voices concern over youth in leadership. Critics warn a potential code banning employment of college presidents under 16 would be excessive. Enthusiasm is cited as essential to achievement.
The Iowa State Fair unveils its largest racing slate with night auto races on August 25 and September 1 featuring Emory Collins Gus Schrader and Sig Haugsahl. Over 40 entries and eight races each night plus eight running events and harness days promise a $10 000 plus purses and a rodeo enhanced schedule.
The article questions government plans for a public boycott against businessmen who struggle to raise wages and cut hours without risking bankruptcy. It critiques administration theory that employers should gamble months for higher buying power to bring prosperity. If bankruptcy precedes growth, the wage earner's status may not improve.
The White House physician states Franklin D Roosevelt is in good health. The report prompts collective gratitude from the public and officials alike.
A brief quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes on the necessity of change for progress and the fragility of faith in leaders. It notes that without change there is no advance and expresses skepticism toward abrupt ruin and ineffective papacies.
District court of Jones county Iowa notices that a will purportedly of Agnes Hanna, deceased, filed August 5 1933, will come before the court September 5 1933 for final proof and probate at the May term. Interested parties may appear to show cause why it should not be admitted to probate. Clerk SEE BYERLY. Attorneys Coxsee Coxsee Helserman for the estate.
Public notice states the district court of Jones county Iowa appointed the undersigned as executor and executrix of Katharina Dress deceased. Claimants must file sworn claims with the court clerk within legal time and debtors must promptly pay to avoid costs.
On July 19 1933 a paper claimed as the last will of Kate O Rourke of the county was filed. The court sets August 4 1933 at 10 am for final proof and probate at the May term to determine admission of the will. Interested parties may appear to show cause. Dated July 19 1983.
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