30 Aug 1934
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1934
Page
1
In a county fair address Lieutenant Governor Kraschel touts sales tax as a revenue source while criticizing its unfair impact on the poor versus the rich. He notes Iowa farmers in Jones County suffer from late hog contract settlements as funds are released and redistributed.
A State Reg ister correspondent cites five years to yield a 6 percent dividend for depositors and a $12 000 receiver cost with no payout. He notes new statutes slow asset realization in failed banks and foreclosures delayed to March 1 1935. The piece also covers the American Liberty League organized by Al Smith J W Davis and other Democrats and its potential impact on Roosevelt and the New Deal.
County Agent R J Coverdale reports Lyon county spends seven thousand dollars on administering the corn hog program. He issued 300 checks totaling seven thousand dollars for permanent and temporary workers paid through July 1, aiding the local unemployment problem.
The piece argues for strict action against drunk drivers including arrest prosecution and harsh punishment to prevent accidents. It cites the large number of drivers 50 million behind wheels and urges police courts and citizens to act to reduce auto fatalities. It stresses the drunken driver as a potential killer and calls for no tolerance.
The Sioux City Journal notes division within the Democratic Party over Roosevelt policies. It cites Glass, Davis, Smith, Byrd and others as out of step with the administration and labels the party as the new pro Roosevelt faction. It warns of possible anti Roosevelt tickets if the New Deal fails to win broad support.
The Sioux City Journal argues that highway patrols are insufficiently extensive across states. It notes signs warn motorists yet patrols on motorcycles remain unseen by many drivers, while liquor, speed, and heavy traffic raise fatal risks. The piece urges increased patrols and strict enforcement against reckless drivers.
The Manchester Democrat warns Louisiana faces Huey Long as a tyrant who will seize power and argues other states should quarantine against his influence as he seeks national dictatorship.
The Nonpareil notes Roose velt is backed by socialists who claim profits mark crooked business while he advocates government involvement in business. It argues radicals have eclipsed democratic leaders as primary advisers and spokesmen.
President Roosevelt at Havre Montana criticizes drought relief and promises ambitious future measures including cheap electricity and government loans for refrigerators. He says he opposes NRA and AAA as threats to liberty and cautions against autocracy, praising Theodore Roosevelt’s memory.
A report of attendees at the Pioneers ball at the Occidental describes Mrs W W in pate de foie gras, Miss 8 hair styled, Mrs G W in a taut ensemble, Mrs C N in white gloves, Miss M M B in a waterfall gown, Mrs L A with new false teeth and a bright smile, Miss A P in white lace, and Miss C L B displaying a jeweled nose and composed demeanor.
A speaker rails against chambermaids detailing endless petty pranks from moving pillows and furniture to hiding items and burning manuscripts. The humorous diatribe laments the constant disruption of a bachelor’s nightly routine and ends with a vow to push legislature to abolish chambermaids.
Receiver D W Bates lists deeds and real estate descriptions in Jones County from August 17 to 23. Transactions include tract outlines in sections 18 and 13 83 3, multiple lots in Morley and Rome, and transfers to Sylvester Miller and others. Several parcels note 38.30 acres, 115 acres, and 75 acres with varying easements and ward boundaries. Prices range from 1.00 to 2,800 dollars with several properties described by block and lot within Oak, Cascade and Wyoming areas.
Jones County Iowa board reconvened August 7 1934 to correct the budget estimates after hearings. They approved tax and fund adjustments, awarded coal bids to Anamosa Lumber, and authorized disaster relief warrants and payrolls for county services and institutions. The proceedings include payrolls for road maintenance animal claims and numerous vendor payments.
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