20 Aug 1931
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1931
Page
1
The Monticello Express recounts Daniel Doheny’s conviction debate and Tammany graft while noting Mayor Walker’s resignation pressures. It contrasts New York political corruption with prospects of river travel revival as steamers lose ground to autos.
In New York City the head of Tammany is pressed by probes into defalcations and swindles that have led judges to prison and a Supreme judge to flee. He claims the law targets the Democratic party, while honest Democrats reject Tammany’s scandals and vows to condemn past and future misdeeds.
Col and Mrs Lindbergh undertake a perilous short cut across Arctic wastes with a thousand mile flight over the Bering Sea. Readers of every civilized country follow their progress daily. Lindbergh earned fame crossing the Atlantic and landing at Paris. He is modest about exhibitions. His wife shares the journey with venturesome spirit while both remain cautious aviators.
Several Iowa cities face state Health Department orders to cease discharging untreated waste into the Cedar and other rivers including the Des Moines system. The action aims to curb pollution of waterways and protect public health.
The fragment discusses state concerns over sewer dumping and water contamination. It references cities and the potential for health problems, with mentions of an organization and general public alarm about untreated waste entering the river system.
A brief, unclear line suggests a revolutionary spirit from Spain influencing descendants in Cuba. The sentence is garbled and lacks concrete names or dates.
Drugstore, hospital, and farm warnings outline anthrax infection signs, transmission, and treatment. It details skin lesions, pulmonary and intestinal forms, mortality rates, spore survival, and control measures including safe disposal, vaccination, and prompt serum treatment. Reports urge exposure watchfulness and rapid reporting to health authorities.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an Iowa State Fair exhibit featuring vertical flight displays and floating Prters objects in midair. The text hints at a new exposition period and references Ste oe RIEL Dewees and Acdtogiro in connection with the event.
Rodman won three votes to secure a council seat at large in Monticello. He took oath as councilman and committees were named for streets, water, finance, and health. The Howard R Green firm certified paving work completion under Haegg Construction.
The government reports an indicated U S cotton crop of 15 584 000 bales this year up 1 500 000 from expectations and 10 percent acreage down. If realized the harvest promises one of the largest on record, risking price depression unless acreage is cut. The piece frames it as a tragedy of abundance and a test of American resolve.
The Churchman warns that Chicago Baptists Hays and Milliken, long trusted by churches, should either clean up the movies or confess the job exceeds their capacity. It accuses them of fronting for a commercial enterprise and hoodwinking the public, calling for separation from a comfortable payroll.
The bureau of animal industry notes feeding methods affect a horse’s condition and feed utilization. To slow bolting, spread grain in a flat box, or add smooth stones or mix with bran and hay. Feed one hay type at a time to prevent waste, and offer hay before grain to avoid rapid stomach emptying. Keep grain boxes clean and provide feed at regular intervals in the work season.
Deeds filed show Merle E Buckner and wife transferring a 4.50 acre tract in section 16 84 4 to Rainbow Oil company for $1 and subject to mortgages. Grover M Unger transfers Crockwell's Addition lots 38 and 39 in Anamosa to John Man gold for $1, subject to a $2,500 mortgage.
In ancient periods elephants were trained for military use. The practice involved deploying massive trained beasts in battles and sieges under controlled handling by handlers and commanders.
The council approved the plot and schedule of assessment prepared by Howard R. Green Company engineers after minor modifications. A resolution titled Resolution Tentatively Approving Plot and Schedule of Assessment and Ordering Notice of Publication was adopted with all present voting yes. The meeting adjourned to September 10, 1930, at 7:39 p.m.
Notice to property owners subject to assessment for pavement curb and appurtenances on Chestnut North Cedar Sycamore Elm 4th Grand 7th Washington Buckeye streets. City and Haegg Con Iowa contract completed. City Council to prepare proposed plat and schedule of assessment with owner names and parcel descriptions.
The city council has tentatively adopted a proposed plat and schedule of assessments for property and will place them on file for public examination. Objections to assessments or procedures must be filed in writing within twenty days. A hearing to consider objections will be held September 10, 1931 at 7 30 p m in the city hall.
Bids due 6 o'clock p m August 24 1931 at Monticello Iowa for 200 tons of one and a half inch stoker coal to be delivered to the Independent School District of Monticello. Preference given to Iowa made materials with right to reject bids. CHAS M LUETT secretary. 6-4
Folger McKinsey argues in the Baltimore Sun that the current economic turmoil stems from the enduring truth you cannot have your cake and eat it too. He cautions readers that balancing immediate desires with long term sustainability is essential to economic stability.
In the adjourned meeting of August 13 1931 the Monticello council with members Bates Hayes Cass conducted a secret ballot to elect a councilman at large filling the vacancy caused by the resignation of R Co The roll call and motion to proceed were approved and the ballot results followed.
The quote from L P Jacks of Manchester College England condemns enforced leisure as nearly as harmful as enforced labor. It reflects a view on social discipline and the value of purposeful work.
Final reports of executors administrators guardians and trustees in Jones County estates have been filed with the district court clerk. A final hearing is set for August 21 1931 at the court to approve or reject the reports with interested parties invited to appear and file exceptions. The administrator H H Soper of Andrew Bajasch deceased is listed. Dated Anamosa Iowa August 8 1931. Warren Rees Clerk. Lara E Hanna Deputy.
End eczema with Dr. Erickson's new remedy on a positive guarantee offered by Palmer's Popular Pharmacy.
Practice operates from Burrichter building with contact via local phone 236.
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