20 Aug 1936
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1936
Page
1
A fragmented report describes Landon starting an eastern tour amid scenes tied to his birthplace. It references political figures and events, noting governor involvement and civic attention while emphasizing public interest and tentative dates within August.
Colonel Frank Knox, nominee for vice president, warned in Chicago that Americans face an economic crisis unseen since the previous war. He attacked the New Deal, arguing government policy has failed to restore true recovery and stressed the need for urgent economic correction.
Senator Arthur Vandenberg told the Union League Club that the American flag symbolises the Constitution and urged citizens to vote in November. He accused the New Deal administration led by Secretary Henry Wallace of pushing an unwritten constitution and warned that failing to act could mean losing liberty.
The narrative discusses Lemke as a third party presidential candidate and a potential vote splitter. It notes uncertainty about his effect on the main parties, with claims that he could draw votes from Wilson and Landon depending on regional support and electoral appeal.
A would‑be robber entered Metzger's drugstore in Black Hawk county. The pharmacist began talking rapidly, offering witty remarks and pointing out crime’s folly. The bandit abandoned his plan after a lengthy exchange, leaving without any loot.
A Marshalltown Times-Republican column rails at the current national and Iowa political scene. It accuses the Democratic regime in Iowa of disgraceful acts, urges focus on issues, and alleges interference with indictments and testimony.
Experts say regulatory focus shifts from city streets to open highways as traffic fatalities rise. Over 12 years rural deaths surged about 150 percent while overall accident deaths increased 27 percent, increasing state government role in safety.
A resident living south of Cedar Rapids reported a startling nocturnal event when a rattling sensation in her hair woke her. She felt something on her neck, grabbed it, and Discovery revealed a snake on the mattress before she tossed it to the ridewalk.
In a courtroom exchange the prisoner admits to the judge that his business is burglary while denying any disturbance as he was quietly pursuing his own affairs. The officer challenges his claim of quiet conduct during the alleged crime.
A prose poem questions beauty and pain through images of rain sun and grief, asking how one measures soul and joy beyond earthly limits. It cites Jon Dilton and credits the Chicago Tribune as the source.
Final plans outline theme days from August 20 to September 4 honoring children veterans 4 H clubs and state groups. Highlights include Miss Iowa Day Press Day Farm Bureau Day 4 H Club Day Old Soldiers Day Auto Race Day and a one million dollar livestock parade with an expected attendance over 359000.
A Jones county report details multiple land transfers and easements. W E Hay and Etta wife to Jones county for public highway 1.53 acres. Equitable Life Assurance to Jones county for public highway 1.01 acres. N C Holst and Toni to Guy A McDonald. Katie and Joseph Kropik to each other with 160 acres and adjoining parcels. Henry Eichhorn to G H Witham. Wiley Coder to G H Witham. additional parcels described in Anamosa subdivisions and townships.
Fragmentary notice describes a land tract between Milwaukee Railroad, Cedar Street, and Tuber Wee Dads Streets. It notes preparations to sell Helen J. Ahian estate property and references promissory notes, executor deeds, and a Jones County tax matter. No clear correct plat or boundaries given.
Wills for the new addition to the school house are coupled as 35 men work on daylong floors. The steel deck roofing nears completion with first work next week. Ben Johnson contractor may move 2.7 miles of new road from Blale Farm No. 2 toward Anamosa this week. W. G. Davenport is critically ill in Mercy Hospital after a stroke. his daughter Mrs. J C Anderson and Jane Davenport arrived from Chicago. Davenport has served at the reformatory for more than 25 years.
District Court in Jones County Iowa announces probate of the last will and testament of Andrew Ambuehl Sr deceased. The court fixes September 7 1936 for final proof and probate at the May term. Interested parties may appear and show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate. Lee Byerly Clerk. Locher Locher attorneys for the estate.
The District Court of Jones County Iowa appoints Doxsee Doxsee Heiserman as Administrator with will annexed for Sarah B Hosford deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the Clerk and debtors should pay immediately to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa August 3 1936 The Monticello State Bank.
Chiropractic clinic advertises free consultation and neurodiometer service. Calls answered in city and country. Office listed as 336 Main Street Monticello Iowa.
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