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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1940
Page
1
Iowa senator Clyde Herring voiced charges against liquor control policy but refused to name informants. The Des Moines grand jury continues its inquiry without his testimony, as he claims he was told about political rivals.
Discussion argues Congress trims Roosevelt budget to curry favor before elections and label reductions as camouflage. It contends later appropriations may restore or raise original figures, masking true fiscal intent. A brief editorial note urges road safety at stop signs.
Politicians shift from farmer focused rhetoric to social welfare promises aimed at the aged and infirm. The trend, seen in the far west, appeals to unscrupulous figures while Iowa resists a proposed weekly pension plan.
Thomas E. Dewey appears as a probable Republican candidate for president and holds a strong chance of nomination if Roosevelt is the Democratic opponent. The article notes his track record as a vote getter in New York City and state, including a near-victory against Herbert Lehman in 1938 and a district attorney tenure in Manhattan.
Dr. Russell Cooper, Cornell College Mount Vernon history head, argued democracy and liberty must coexist to preserve the nation. He warned that entering a future war could erode democracy, citing past treaty burdens and the rise of dictatorships as Europe’s warning signs.
In Boston, Thomas Dewey indicts the Roosevelt administration for wasteful public spending and heavy borrowing. He argues budgets can be balanced with political will and accuses Hopkins and the New Deal of persistently endorsing lavish funding despite pledges to curb deficits.
A reminiscence from Estherville News about breakfast routines shifting from shared, cooked meals like buckwheat cakes and ham to a scatter of individuals grabbing coffee. The writer notes a past regular breakfast hour and asks why families now stagger arrivals. The piece reflects on changing habits over twenty five years.
An anecdote from the Davenport Democrat recalls Walter Williams, former president of the University of Missouri, as dean of journalism. While addressing incoming students, a stray dog wandered into the auditorium and Williams declared that someone should remove the dog to draw a line with the new class.
The Dubuque city, once joked as the state of Dubuque, earned praise as the largest U.S. city with no highway fatalities in 1939. The piece notes locals’ prudent stance on liquor and driving, while acknowledging dangerous winter streets on the hills.
Thrift is framed as enjoyable and practical not deprivation. The piece argues savings enable desirable purchases and daily gains, urging Americans to embrace thrifty habits with painless, regular saving. It contrasts views of scrimping with positive outcomes and cites bread freezing claims humorously.
A collage of editorials from Charles City, Cresco, Danbury, Council Bluffs, Marshalltown and Dubuque rail at Allied sympathy, double taxation on motorists, free publicity for candidates, and farm parity. Citations note America’s stance, gas taxes, coal supply jokes, and political leadership debates.
A fire at C. G. Schneiter's home northeast of Monticello destroyed clothing valued at 65 dollars. Roberta Kehoe near Coggan lost wearing apparel appraised at 7.05 dollars. Local mutual insurance paid both claims.
Mr and Mrs J L Batchelder celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with a surprise gathering on Sunday January 28. Dinner served noon from guest baskets and a purse of money presented to the couple. Attendees included Ray Chaplin Cap Arduser and families, Roy Slauson Glen Eiler Ernest Wahl Edward Cox and families, Cyril Stevenson family, Lester Kula Sally Powers, Sophia Clement family, Elmer Timmer and David, and others.
Elizabeth Inglis widow transfers land to John W. White in section 30 84 1 with a complex parcel description and $1000. William Larson and Beryl transfer 1 acre off lot 41 section 16 84 4 east of the Military road to John L Grant and Hattie Grant for $1. Henry Eichhorn sheriff deeds to Monticello State Bank of estate of John Marek 204 acres in section 31 86 4 for $8503.47. Don Stuhl treasurer to Lyle Willert tax sale deed covers portions of blocks 4 5 in Oxford Junction for $140.35.
Don Ryan ex Melrose cage ace recalls the 1937 state championship run with the Melrose five. He credits long time teamwork and coaching by Ad Hlubek for the victory over Class A schools and details how teammates grew together from sixth and seventh grades. Ryan now plays for CCC and Monticello American Legion while pursuing medicine.
The district court of Jones County Iowa appoints and commissions the undersigned as executrix of the estate of James B Farley deceased. Claimants against the estate must file their claims with the court clerk promptly.
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