Wanamaker counselled accuracy in all writing
The article recalls John Wanamaker’s motto be sure of your facts learned from President Harrison. It recounts Wanamaker’s postmaster battles with political pressure and a fatal automobile case involving Dan Clark in Cedar Rapids. It also notes political tensions around Brookhart and legislative ideas on truck weights and road safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merchant Prince
John Wanamaker
Harrison
Mr. Wanamaker
Wanamaker
Jones County Farmers Angled for Silver Trophy at State Show
Jones county farmers compete for a large silver trophy awarded by Monticello State Bank to the best ten ears of corn shown at the Iowa State Corn Show in Ames during the farmers short course January 29 to February 3. At least six entries are needed. former winners are ineligible. The event includes a $2,000 cash premium and 15,000 ears of corn on display with various exhibits and a third year corn test showing 70 varieties. Premia lists and details available from Joe L. Robinson, secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones ‘County
Monticello
Joe Simmons
J. N. Smith
Center Junction
Iowa Corn and Small Grain Growers’ Association
Iowa
Joe L. Robinson
Iowa Corn & Small Grain Growers’ Association
Ames
Governor Kendall Faces Opposition Over Code Commission
Carroll Herald reports Kendall may clash with legislators if he moves to scrap the codification commission work. The state spent much to codify laws, with lawyers and laymen urging caution and a slow, careful revision rather than rushed action. The item notes a broader fear of anti religious influences in Russia affecting observances like Christmas and angel representations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Cole Reflects On Presiden t Harding Reception And Policy
Congressman Cole recalls a warm reception for President Harding in Cedar Rapids and credits the president with a clearer agricultural policy. He notes discontent during early 1920s leadership, praises the farm program balance, and argues the message aligns with farmer interests and practical economics.
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Cole
Cedar Rapids
Evgen
Congress
Harding
Senate
Middle West
Forbes on Difficulties as a Stimulus to Growth
The piece argues difficulties act as a tonic for the healthy person, stimulating effort and strengthening willpower. It contends obstacles and effort prevent stagnation, calling hardships blessings in disguise and urging gratitude for challenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Magazine
Christmas Services Announced by Methodist Episcopal Church
Thomas M. Nielsen, Pastor, invites all to morning worship at 11 a.m. with Sunday school at 10 a.m. Evening service follows. A Christmas sermon and music are planned, plus a pageant with slides and a Christmas tree. A candy treat will be handed out after Sunday school.
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Thomas’ M. Neilsen
Santa Claus
Ruth
Iva
Robert
Edith Schneider
Church Services Schedule For Next Sunday
Regular services each Sunday with Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. and preaching at 11:00 a.m. A mid afternoon service at 2:30 p.m. Christian Endeavor meets in the evening. Mid week gathering Thursday at 7:30 p.m. The sermon theme for December 24 is The Lowly Birth of Jesus. A Union musical service is planned at 7:30 p.m. Congregational church. Citizens urged to attend the next Sunday service.
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Christian Endeavor
Jesus
Union
Congregational
McNary Pastor Leads Christmas Sermon and Church Services
George W. McNary serves as pastor with Sunday services at 10 a m church school 11 a m morning worship 7 30 p m evening service and Thursday 7 30 midweek meeting A cordial welcome to all and a Christmas sermon to be preached Sunday at 11 a m inviting attendees to unite in celebrating the birth of the Lord.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. McNary
Sigmund Ide Pastor Sees Sunday Services in English and German
Sigmund Ide serves as pastor with Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. and preaching at 10:45 a.m. The preaching language alternates between German and English on successive Sundays. The Luther League meets on the first Sunday of each month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sigmund Ide
Luther League
Sunday church services mix German English prayers
Regular services occur each Sunday with Sunday school at 10:00 and preaching at 11:00. German and English services alternate Sundays. a special Christmas program is planned for December 24 at 7:30. A $600 reward is offered for a spirit message from a Portland physician’s deceased wife.
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Portland
Oregon
Santa letters from Monticello Iowa 1922 1928
A collage of children letters to Santa from Monticello and nearby towns dated December 1922 and 1928. requests include dolls trains sleds bicycles horn dolls toy drums and candy with notes about family members and holiday plans. plus bonus program notice and local town details.
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Dan Clark
Linn County
Edna Morgan
Miss Morgan
Clark
Supreme Court
American Legion
la Follette
Party of
Radicals
Col. Brookhart
Brookhart
Tts
Christ
Mra
Br “Browning
Fred
Holbert
William J. Weirick
Holy Ghost Church
Dubuque
Weirick
Cascade
Clarence
Hlmer Portz
Bellevue
Bkoys
Elmer
Frank Dudley
Manchester
Dudley
Tipton
James
Coggan
Bay
Delaware County
Ireland
Second
Iowa Cavalry
England
Andy
Jones Co. Farmers
Blessings
Methodist Episcopal Church
Congregational Church
St. Matthew's Lutheran Church
Reformed Church
Roland P. Kuentzel
Pastor
Pliny
Express
Yrel ‘Gee
Elfreda Burrichter
Towa
Santa
Howard Wilfong
Santa Clause
Dorothy Shew
Glenn Richard Whitney
Olive Jane
John and Olive Nagel
Tommy
Mamma
Willie Green
Mayeda
Wilken
Shatcha
Ebner Hanken
Mary Rieken
Joe
Margaret Metcalf
Nerely
Clarence Bell
Anna Laura Bell
Arlo Bell
Scotch Grove
Dolly
Dale Taylor
Tata
Wilma. Schrader
P.S
Delhi
Margaret Sweasey
Anamosa
Velma
Bernard Che
Claus
Arlo Edward Bellihava
Town
Atty
Zella Miller
Tam
Kenneth
Ruth Howle
Olin
Rollie Shover
Alice Shover
Iend
Velma Maxine Schofield
United States
Danies
Rey
Lord Byron
Ed Eden
Frank Page
Eugene Hall
Henry H. Schoon
Shover and
Nagel
Matthiessen Auto & Supply Co
Harry Stuhler
Fern Shover
Ota
George Shover
B. G. Rees
William Jar
Legion Post
State Board
District ‘Court
Legion
War Department
Jarrett
The
Navy
National Guard
Vwa
Army Training Corps
Plymouth Rock
J. W. Hoult
Thomas Shover
R. Cc
West First Street
Monticello State Bank
Paul R. Maire
Jones County Trust &Savings Bank
Grace Alberry
Poland
China
John H. Ricklets
Shomont Kennels
B. C. Nagel
Cedar and
Third Streets
Inquire Monticello State Bank
W. J Cochrane
Chester White
McNeill Bros
Hopkinton
William McDonald
R. C. Brown
J. L. Serbousek
Hampshire
T. L Platner
Henry Ejiben
S. C
Bray’s Poultry Farm
Ruth Hanssen
J. L. Weber & Son
Mason-Wheeler Co
Interstate Bldg
Lucetta Alberry
Monticello Dairy
Wilcox & Sons
Monticello, Iowa
Farmers’ Mutual Creamery Company
Eclipse
Whone No
Harry 1
Rodman
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