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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1930
Page
1
The notice identifies 3. W. Doxsee and Chas. A. Doxsee as editors and proprietors of the weekly publication issued every Thursday. The line reflects the newspaper's formal masthead and ownership.
The piece contrasts endurance air records by the Hunter boys with the St. Louis Ayers and compares Lindbergh’s cross country feat. It notes the Nassau of fame fading with novelty and mentions Jack Zuta’s hidden books. It discusses Senator Norris’s renomination in Nebraska and the Democratic challenge to the Republican incumbent.
The article condemns gang warfare and mob violence, arguing unsolved murders and hold up crimes create imitative killings. It cites the Tipton case where a low-grade thief killed to avoid a $15 theft penalty, calling the killer a depraved degenerate and suggesting he be removed from society.
The piece predicts that while boundary drawing may aim for equal populations, practical politics in the legislature will decide durable district lines. Lawmakers will weigh political balance, causing likely disappointment for counties separated from old affiliations as districts are finalized for a generation.
Fall fairs begin as pick pockets and swindlers lurk about. Nebraska authorities hire special detectives skilled in spotting trust enemies. Citizens are advised to carry money securely on their person and avoid betting on others.
A campaign urges Iowa factories and households to buy Towa coal to strengthen a state industry. While the coal can meet state demand, its ash content deters widespread use by households with furnaces. The drought ends, the corn borer may threaten the corn crop, casting concern over future yields.
The Business Week cites broad price reductions and improved purchasing power with lower retail prices across textiles and goods. Shoppers save as manufacturers and wholesalers cut costs, with retailers passing benefits to the public amid lean stocks and quick price adjustment. Nebraska politics also stir as Norris faces GOP opposition in the senate race.
Manchester Press reports Senator Dan Steck's Delhi speech attacking tariffs as too low, arguing for higher duties. The piece notes Steck as Iowa's sole Republican in the Senate with Brookhart often opposing the party, predicting strong GOP support but insufficient to win reelection.
A report presented to a national highway safety conference urges states to adopt periodic vehicle inspections and fitness certificates before license plates are issued. The Science News-Letter notes defects found in brake systems, lights, steering, and other parts, and calls for trained highway patrols to identify mechanical problems.
A survey of summer poetry reading hints from authors and librarians with titles such as Sonnets from a Lock Box and When I Grew Up to Middle Age. Reports detail Iowa library projects in Black Hawk County and Page County, a rural library demonstration with 2000+ donated books, and coordinated radio book talks between Davenport and Des Moines libraries. The piece also notes Vergil's 2000th birthday observances and a Langston Hughes biography thread, plus a Denver Eugene Field memorial and a Northern Central Library Conference.
An economist notes there are no new stimuli left for American trade yet Tom Thumb golf sparks demand across construction and equipment industries. Professionals expect a flood of orders as thousands of contractors hire workers to build and operate miniature courses, reviving spending and activity nationwide.
The Mason city Globe-Gazette argues for a state constabulary citing the murder of R. G. Sproat in Tipton as evidence of policing deficiencies in modern roads and fast cars. It contends the current enforcement system lags behind present travel speeds and traffic.
Nearly 2000 Iowa junior farmers will gather August 20 to 29 for state championships in more than a dozen farming and home management fields as part of the 76th Iowa State Fair. Over 15000 dollars will be awarded by the fair board with prizes for beef cattle pigs sheep grain canning livestock and crops judging and both individual and team demonstrations. The boys and girls program runs continuously morning and afternoon each day.
Des Moines prepares for the Iowa State Fair from August 29 to 29 with a large automotive and machinery exposition. The event features midseason 1930 1931 car models and farm equipment from over 200 national manufacturers.
The Department of Agriculture recommends the best fuel for smoking meat, favoring clear hardwoods like hickory or maple with sawdust for flavor. Resinous woods should be avoided due to odors, corncobs serve as a substitute, and juniper or fragrant woods may be added for flavor. Maintain a slow fire at a temperature between 70 and degrees.
Monticello Iowa council met August 4 1930 with all members present. The treasurer reported funds through August 2 and a July city revenue tally. A resolution listed payments to League of Municipalities W Stickford Cedar Rapids Roofing Monticello Feed Mill J Kellum Eclipse Lumber Bell Telephone others and salaries for city staff.
The Atlantic News Telegraph reports Kansas rally as evidence that opposition to the Hoover administration among farmers is manufactured. The Kansas result is said to challenge an anticipated rebellion and offer food for thought to observers.
The average wife and mother on a small means makes a name for her husband and children through hard labor and long hours. Her work is monotonous and less rewarding, and she often earns no money for herself.
A city council vote approves funding for sewer cleaning apparatus with Farmers' Creamery to cover half the delivered price. Officials Hoag Matthiessen Hayes Bancroft Cass vote aye. no nays. Mayor B E First, City Clerk Ray Echternacht certify the action.
Dr George Albery operates an office and hospital one block north of the post office. Calls answered day or night to accommodate patients.
Local notice lists J. W. Doxsee OC along with A. Dexmses Doxsee and Doxsee as parties involved in an archival record.
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