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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1946
Page
2
The Jones county region reports few polio cases with one in Anamosa while Minneapolis experiences a full epidemic. Public health efforts include keeping children at home and Ruth Hurley, the county nurse, travels to Des Moines to learn control measures. Citizens urged to heed precautions to avoid wider spread.
The Knoxville Journal argues against sensationalizing teen crime and urges capital punishment only with clear guilt after thorough trials. It advocates swift justice and suggests psychiatric evaluation for troubled youths rather than harsher schools of correction to curb recurring offenses.
Ward Barnes reports in the Eagle Grove Eagle on two job applicants for Iowa governor. Frank Miles lacks elective experience but cites military service and speeches, while Robert Blue highlights legislative leadership, prior offices, and tax surveys. The board will decide on Nov 5.
Iowa State College entomologist Harold Gunderson urges a statewide home fly control campaign to curb infantile paralysis and other diseases. Four steps include covering garbage daily and destroying fallen fruit, spreading straw and weeds, painting screens with DDT, and spraying livestock buildings with DDT solutions.
A brief saying equates the value of a product or message to advertising effort, suggesting that any valuable thing warrants promotion. The line frames marketing as essential for success and visibility.
The Wayne 4 H Club met August 5 with Vir ginia Martin. Eleven members two leaders and one visitor attended. Donna Ward served as president and two members were chosen as posture girls. The next meeting is set for September 9 at Donna Doyle’s home with a demonstration on Introductions and a talk on Dividing and Resetting Perennial.
The Emmetsburg Democrat notes that public action can force price relief and defends government by the people over bureaucratic rule. It cautions patience until rights are infringed, then collective action prompts notice to politicians and industry. It contrasts with an African system described as dictatorial.
A five inch rain battered Keokuk county last week and caused lasting soil loss on hillsides and rolling ground. Contour farming and strip cropping protected fields, while those on slopes with no such practices suffered severe topsoil erosion and will hinder future grass and crop production.
Clear Lake readers recall a scientist's claim of a jet propelled craft exceeding 1000 mph. The Mason City air show showcased a plane so fast it outpaced sight, cutting Chicago to Mason City travel to about 30 minutes. The note ponders practical uses of such speed.
A reflection on what it means to be a good American grounded in founding principles, urging daily observation and passionate defense when integrity is challenged. The message emphasizes understanding, practicing, and defending core national values.
The Dubuque Telegraph Herald notes a trend in women’s apparel made from yarn spun from chicken feathers. The piece humorously reflects on terms like slick chick used by youths.
Abe Spitzer, Manhattan native and Army Air Corps radio operator, took part in the Hiroshima Nagasaki B 29 missions under Colonel Tibbets. He recalls the long overflight, scarce fuel, and the moment of doubt shared with scientists, stating he is not proud of his part.
A collage of local notices from Augusts across years includes business cards listed in The Express, births and marriages, land leases, deaths in Monticello and district, a veteran's 30 day furlough from Anamosa, and area anniversaries. Names include Moulton Hopkins Monroe Smith Pierce Eddy Carlisle Mellett Merriman Dickey Searle Tibbetts Eddy Carlsle Mellett Merriman.
A public health note explains flies spread typhoid dysentery tuberculosis and possibly infantile paralysis. Entomologist Harold Gunderson recommends eliminating breeding sites, securing garbage, weekly washing, DDT sprays, window screening, and outdoor fly traps to reduce this pest and protect families and children.
Kitchen accidents cluster around 11 a.m. to noon and Saturday afternoon, times when household tasks fatigue people and attention wanes during mid afternoon.
The Iowa Poll shows 54 percent favor aiding China with money food and military help rather than a rapid pullout. A 52 percent majority sees Russia aiming to be world ruler rather than seeking defense against future war with 61 percent backing a large American army proposal.
Sacred Heart parish lists summer Masses at 7 and 9 with confessions on Saturdays and pre feast hours. St Matthew and St John Lutherans show Sunday worship times and classes. Wayne trip noted. Bible class at Anamosa Reformatory. confirmation starts Aug 26. Methodist and Congregational notices include services and school times. Evangelical and Reformed also features service and school.
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