04 Dec 1930
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1930
Page
1
The Monticello Express records its post office filing as a second class matter dated November 4 1887 under the act of March 8 1879. Published every Thursday by J W Doxsee and Charles A Doxsee editors and proprietors in Monticello Town.
The Atlantic Monthly article by Rev W R Ince, Dean of St Pauls, argues birth control with moral limits and cites declining birth rates across nations. It notes Kellogg's Nobel prize, calls for US leads in peace, critiques European divides, and comments on crime and public corruption and the fate of stage entertainment.
The piece laments the decline of dramatic stage appeal while praising vocal performance and urges return to footlights. It cites Chicago crime and road deaths, critiques a lottery scheme, and discusses charity attitudes, work, and public safety amid social strains and finance.
A Dubuque report explains a Weather Bureau method to estimate wind speed from observed effects. It lists ranges from less than 1 mph where smoke rises, up to hurricanes over 75 mph, with specific signs like drifting smoke, moving leaves, rustling, and structural damage.
Webster City Freeman Journal argues that state lawmakers can repeal statutes like the mulci law while national prohibition remains constitutional. Proponents cite the Iowa constitution versus federal prohibition, noting the legislature could not repeal a constitutional ban, only statutory ones.
A sifter recovers nickel copper and lead in paying quantities from a former army rifle range at Roy Washington. The find highlights valuable metal reclamation at the site and suggests ongoing interest in salvaging metal deposits.
Health officials warn that running an engine in a closed garage 12 by 16 feet can produce lethal carbon monoxide within five minutes. They urge keeping doors open or windows and shutters open to vent exhaust even if it sacrifices comfort.
Jones County sheriff deeds list transfers including to First Iowa State Trust and Savings Bank Burlington $31,302.35 for land in sections 4 53 and 33 84 1 and to Iowa State Trust $16,972.11 for nw set 32 84 1. Additional sheriff deeds include to Frank T. Taylor $7,800 for parcels in sections 21 83 2 and to Oxford Junction Savings Bank $13,966.11 for part of section 25 83 1. Also transfers from John Robertson et al to Janet Robertson $1.00 for multiple parcels in section 15 84 1 and 30 84 1 and to Mary T. Thompson $1.00 for lots 16 17 Crockwell add Anamosa.
Dr. Henry Van Dyke speaking at a Germantown Business Men's Association luncheon denounced the Swedish Academy for awarding Sinclair Lewis the 1930 Nobel Prize in literature. He called the award an insult to America and charged the academy with不了 understanding of English.
The senate agriculture committee will not block the federal farm board in the upcoming session. Chairman Legge will freely administer the farm relief act as needed. Ten members attended a conference with Benator McNary stating the committee supports the board’s policies and will likely approve requested appropriations.
The article weighs prospects of an extra congressional session, noting progressives like Borah Norris and the push against leadership. It warns that Senate rules invite obstruction and that Republican majorities are nominal while progressives push pet measures. It also mentions Brookhart as a potential disruptor. A side note adds a metal stamp capable of printing twelve characters.
Postmaster George Guyan warns that Christmas cheer stamps must be affixed to the back of mail and not on the address side for foreign mail. Letters with stamps on the front will be returned or sent to the dead letter office though officials may wink at the violations during Christmas season.
Iowa State College, after winning top honors at the American Royal, seeks another victory at the Intercollegiate Meat Judging contest in Chicago on December 2. The squad includes D. J. Artz, J. Caputo, Raymond Smith, and Clifford Hardie, coached by Prof. M. D. Helser, facing eight universities and colleges in the event.
The Lovell State Bank is appointed administrator of the estate of Bernard J. Fitzsimons deceased by the district court of Jones county Iowa. Creditors must file sworn claims with the court clerk within legal time and debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Monticello November 17 1930. Doxsee Doxsee attorneys for the estate.
Public notice announces the estate of Caroline Wiflan deceased in Jones County Iowa. Creditors must file their claims with the court clerk sworn and timely, and debtors are urged to promptly pay to the undersigned to avoid costs. Dated Monticello November 3, 1930. H. M. Carpenter is the executor, with J. J. Locher as attorney.
District court of Jones County Iowa announces a hearing on December 23, 1930 for the probate of the will of Augusta E Petersen, deceased. The filing was received November 24, 1930 and interested parties may appear to contest probate. Warren Rees, Clerk, by Deputy Lara E Hanna.
The state of Town as executor of the estate of Catharina Rickels deceased and all persons having claims are directed to appear before the clerk of the court sworn to and to file their claims. John H. Rickell is named as executor and J. J. Locher serves as attorney for the estate.
A will labeled as the last will of William McDonald was filed in Jones County Iowa. The court fixed December 15, 1930, for final proof and probate at the November term, allowing interested persons to appear and show cause why probate should not be granted. Warren Rees, Clerk, District Court, Jones County Iowa.
The article notes cuts of beef, pork, and lamb with reasons for placings. The National Live Stock and Meat Board trophy is to be awarded. three wins by a man secure permanent possession. Penn State and Iowa State each hold one, Nebraska has two. Introduced at the International in 1934, it was unprecedented. University animal husbandry faculties regard meat judging as educationally equal to livestock judging.
Miss Fannie R. Buchanan, longtime Victor Talking Machine Co. employee, is named specialist in community development for the Extension Service at Town State College. She will lead community development projects and apply cultural growth strategies to rural areas.
A sale pitch touts Thoxine as throat insurance curing sore throat and coughs with a single swallow. It claims rapid, direct action on the internal cause, safety for all ages, pleasant taste, and money back if not satisfied, stocked at Stickford's Drug Store and others in 35c 60c and 1.00 bottles.
Miss Bagnanan leads a program to develop musical capacity in the community via singing games and associations with masterpieces. She will help organize county and state choruses, strengthen 4 H music, run “Musical Moments with Foreign Mothers,” and foster county-wide dramatic tournaments, with Miss Buchanan already known to local groups.
The real endurance champion is identified as a mother caring for a large family. Her strength and resilience symbolize perseverance beyond athletic feats.
At the International Livestock Exposition opening November 29 in Chicago, 99 town breeders or juniors will exhibit live stock. Iowa typically secures a large share of prizes at this national exhibition, regarded as the nation’s top livestock show. Also noted are four Roman Catholic cardinals, O Connell, Dougherty, Hayes and Mundelein, representing Boston Philadelphia New York and Chicago.
A brief telephonic notice states the office and hospital are one block north of the post office with calls answered day and night.
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