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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1925
Page
5
Leslie M. Shaw argues corn land is limited while wheat lands are widespread, predicting possible wheat overproduction and price fluctuations. He notes Town’s paving debate, contrasts Illinois and Iowa road funding, and cites Florida tax policy, hijackers, and shifts in farm land valuations from 1928 to the present.
Chicago readies warning posters as city battles rising crime while grandstand criminal trials feature Attorneys acting for the public audience.
Sioux City Journal lauds Calvin Coolidge for two years in office noting public confidence and business improvement since his 1923 oath after Harding’s death. It argues he bore no blame for pre oath irregularities and foresees continued good times ahead.
Mrs Bob La Follette is praised for deciding not to run for the United States Senate to succeed her late husband. The Davenport Democrat notes this as a sane stop to a movement to place widows of deceased statesmen in Congress.
A short, sharp critique notes few girls and women are attractive in knickers. It praises slim figures that pass inspection but finds many who are overweight or unflattering, describing the look as disenchanting.
The speaker argues Denmark prospers via high production standards and cooperative creameries rather than just co operatives. He warns American emulation without adopting Danish quality standards in hogs, butter, and dairy. He critiques dumping surplus and urges maintaining top export quality to Europe as Denmark does.
The Methodist, Presbyterian and Congregational churches completed a union creating a single United Church of Canada with more than two thirds of the former members joining. The move ends decades of debate and aims to reduce duplication of effort while expanding mission reach both nationally and globally.
A Sac county report shows consolidated districts spend far more per pupil than independent towns. Education costs in Sac City amount to 79.70 and Odebolt 77.91 while Schal ler 70.96. In contrast Early 143.73 Lytton 141.72 Nemaha 129.28 reflect high per pupil costs due to bonded indebtedness and student transportation.
The item notes Broad stating a vote for a world court would drive him to resign, implying a possible move to compel his vote. It suggests Broad and Tinchet might retreat to an idle place together after such a stand.
A Des Moines Register item reports a claim of a device so delicate it can measure a woman's blush heat. The odd invention arises as blushing is said to be passe in contemporary society.
A lengthy Iowa notes page covers Anamosa’s successful chautauqua with a failure to pledge for next year, local deaths and injuries including Dubuque mayor Chris Voelker, a Fairfield fire, and a series of accidents. It also mentions political bids by Efe Cherry and social news from Cedar Rapids and Davenport.
Elmer Coon of Monticello visits in town with relatives then plans a trip to Cutler Wisconsin to visit his daughter Mrs Otto Houkom and accompany his son Elmer Jr. A Black Hawk Tire salesman Alonzo Hall, 53, of Des Moines died at the Carlton hotel from an aspirin overdose after a headache. He arrived by car to call on trade and died six hours after taking four tablets. Dr J L Cook treated him. relatives in Mitchell South Dakota informed. death occurred at about six o'clock that evening.
The Eureka marks its 71st year, ending its 70-year run with the latest issue. George Voorhies of Jackson township injures wrist and hand after leaping from a burning straw slack. Iowa Electric upgrades transmission lines from Anamosa to Maquoketa. Twenty four ring-necked pheasants released in Wapsipinicon State Park. Several local residents suffer health setbacks including J M Magee’s second paralysis stroke and pension change. Matsell sells the Old Castle Farm to Cedar Rapids buyers with land in northern Wisconsin. The Lennen family endures multiple deaths including four year old Douglas Nick Pauline and Clyde William. Community sympathy extended.
Jones county farm bureau plans a strong display at the county fair with junior club members home project leaders and a county agent exhibit. Nine girls clubs booths and nine demonstration teams compete for a free trip to the state fair awarded by the fair association.
Regular meeting held at 7:30 p m with members Hoag Roberts and Cropp present. Shover and Stimson absent. Minutes read and approved. Bills flowed and ordered paid to various suppliers and services. Resignation of Miss Isdich Steele accepted and Miss Helen Rehorst elected at 115 per month. Budget estimate certified to county auditor and board adjourned.
The Monticello city council in special sessions approves an amended 1925 street oiling schedule with charges to lot owners and authorizes collection or assessment. It also authorizes purchase from Godfrey and Mrs Schneider of Lot Four Varvels Out Lots for $600 with deed and title abstract, and advertises bids for 1,344 feet of cast iron water pipe for a city well project.
Board of supervisors met at adjournment with most members present. They authorize removal of a damaged bridge on Farm Creek at Clay Mills and abandonment of Mineral Creek until the road is opened. Minutes note refunds and a $40,000 purchase for county insurance. Contract approved with Standard Oil for gasoline discounts and culvert work dates set for August 18 in Olinworth Wyoming and Monticello areas.
Notice of probate in Iowa for the last will and testament of Jane Wyrick filed Sept 1 192k in the District Court. The court requires all interested persons to show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate and prove claims if any.
In the district court of Wisconsin, September term, Mabel Vrsehe files a foreclosure petition against Micke Poreade, planter, charging default and asking the court to grant judgment and set a mortgage sale. The notice directs the defendant to appear or plead by a specified date, and to show cause why the relief should not be granted. Attorney for the plaintiff: Atharney Por Plait.
The probate of Wilds estate was filed in county court with related filings and notices. A hearing date was set for September in the county seat with witnesses and creditors to appear. The executors and heirs are to respond to claims and provide inventories by the stated deadline.
The court schedules a show cause hearing on the will of Miottin uyan deceased. Interested parties must appear at the district court to contest the testament and address the fine case connected to the probate proceeding. The matter is set for August 11 at 2:00 PM with RES, Clerk, and Deputy Clerk Cella Huvlih overseeing.
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