01 Feb 1945
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1945
Page
1
Nebraska raised judge pay to 7500 dollars a year and Iowa considers increasing district court salaries from 5000 to 6000 dollars. The piece argues Iowa jurists are as worthy as Nebraska’s and urges matching the higher rate after the current term ends.
Jones County advocates living memorials for veterans serving in all branches. Communities should plant trees in honor of the fallen and maintain leafy reminders as living memorials, replacing unsightly trees with elm replacements and dedicating markers at their bases.
Betsey Barton reflects on loss and renewal in And Now to Live Again drawing from her experience as a sixteen year old paralyzed in an auto accident. The piece highlights courage after fear and the joy of overcoming handicaps with examples of a wounded major and a man learning to walk on artificial limbs.
From Through the Exchanges By Other Editors the Scissors Plenty Of Women In Uniform-But Not Nurses The nurse situation is critical. Men are dying because of lack of nursing service. The nurses in the field are overworked and many are cracking up under the strain of caring for battle casualties.
The Boone News-Republican notes that pursuing peace may prove more difficult than sustaining the wartime effort. Public mood and policy shifts complicate postwar reconciliation.
A brief note warns against overanalyzing others emotions and urges straightforward responses rather than lengthy introspection. It advises clear communication and avoids unnecessary psychological analysis in casual exchanges.
The Cherokee Times editorializes that assigning Uncle Sam as an unconsulted bystander risks future harmony and undermines the dream of lasting world peace.
In a bold editorial voice, the Eagle Grove Eagle argues Russia asserts a Monroe Doctrine of its own. It notes Moscow recognizes the Lublin Polish government while withholding recognition from the Polish government in exile and claims the U S should acknowledge Russia's policy as a matter of reciprocity.
A living Monti cello boy represents a wartime donor who gave his all for his country. The idea envisions a tradition where each new tree dedication includes a program honoring the deceased veteran. It aims to recognize sacrifice and enhance civic beauty for future generations.
State Senate pushes half rate income tax cuts for 1945 46 47 while House and committees weigh school aid funds. Proposals to raise district judges salaries to 6000 and governor to 10000 gain swift moves. Local option beer bills and veteran relief measures also advance amid broad public pay demand.
The Iowa Poll reports broad approval for paying unemployment benefits to workers in small establishments with fewer than eight employees and outlines preferred benefit amounts. Union members favored higher pay both for 15 and 26 week plans, while nonmembers split, with knowledge gaps on current law and payment limits. A probate notice for L C Stadtmueller appears in Jones county court records.
A disciplined layout of foods on refrigerator shelves reduces door opening time and effort. Properly arranged items allow quick access and efficient use of space, cutting search duration and electricity use.
The community raised 207.76 for the March of Dimes with contributions from schools, individuals, and groups including the eighth grade girls Beverly Simmons Marilyn Landis and others. Half stays in the county, half goes to the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis to aid cures.
A Tuesday afternoon pep assembly in the gym featured the Northwestern band playing Go Go Northwestern and a cheerleader yell. Mr Eells urged basketball etiquette and respect for visiting teams noting booing is discourteous. A radio segment with Bob Messerli Mark Young and Lloyd Messerli ended the program as students left to Monti Hi.
High school auditorium hosts arte Schacht the famous musician Friday February 2 at 10 a.m. Admission is 186, activity tickets may be used.
Few boys made the semester honor roll yet the senior class boosted pride with three winners of the senior honors Herman Diers George Tobiason and Richard Sutherland. In juniors Colleen Maire led, with Helen Mardorf and Irma Schoon tied for second and Delphia Balster third.
The Freshman class party filled the gym last Thursday from 7 to 9 30 PM with games and dancing. Entertainment committee included Vera Null Bob Veitch Lucretia Fairbanks Ray Null Bob Luett and Bob Lubben. Refreshment committee listed Mildred Rienjets Elisabeth Wilson Art Jurgensen and Donna Aitchison.
January 29 to February 20 lists a county tournament at Wyoming on February 2 and basketball games February 9 against West Branch February 13 with Fathers February 20 with oar or ear Lincoln's Birthday assembly on February 12 and Lincoln’s Birthday noted.
The group of Monticello children construct a miniature post office and create postcards to aid play. Four second graders Jimmy Marugg Johnny Maruge Joseph Melsha and John Fagan were not absent or tardy this semester. Eleanor Wilson and Carl Eggers achieved 100 percent on spelling first semester. Fourth graders work on writing and keep samples showing great improvement in recent weeks.
A group of attendees enjoyed a lively buckwart arty event in the gym on Friday. Some participants were unsure if guests were coming or going, but the overall mood was upbeat and fun for everyone present.
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