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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1966
Page
6
More than 15 000 Iowa motorists lost driving privileges in 1965 under a tough enforcement program. Suspensions ranged from 30 days to a year with many licenses revoked. First time applicants faced probationary one year permits. Violations grounded 2 791 of these new drivers. Killings on highways dropped by about 50 in the year, signaling a start toward safer roads.
W. E. H. argues Khrushchev repeats American dust bowl mistakes in eastern Russia and Kazakhstan. He recalls how decades of plowing 50 million acres produced initial crops but later winds and soil erosion led to abandonment, labeling it another Nikita folly.
Des Moines hosted a three day traffic safety conference presided by the attorney general with heavy partisan overtones. Iowa legislators attended in force while highway advocates were notably scarce. Critics argued manufacturers are framed as villains, while a Connecticut author and industry spokesman debated safety roles. The event, held under consumer protection laws, sparked talk that testimonies could influence future damage suits against manufacturers.
Dere Fellas: I can explain that 2 million surplus in the state liquor inventories. My uncle Lester quit drinking last year.
A Sunday family dinner honored Pvt. Jimmie Lux on leave from the Army. Numerous Monticello and surrounding area residents attended events, visits, baptisms, and gatherings. Notables include John Clifford McDonald born Jan 28 at John McDonald Hospital, and baptismal dinners for Tammy Sue Martinsen and Lori Ree Raftis. United Presbyterian Women plan circle meetings with leaders listed.
The Onslow Happy Homemakers hosted a noon potluck with 14 members. Entertainment was led by Mrs. J. M. Hanna and Mrs. Jack Heeren, and prizes went to Mrs. Harm Harms and Mrs. Paul Heeren. Officers were elected at the annual meeting, naming Harm Harms president and Paul Waggoner vice president.
The Monticello Express is a weekly Thursday newspaper serving Monticello and Jones County. Established July 10, 1865, it lists subscription rates by region and offers servicemen pricing, with advertising delegates in Chicago and Des Moines.
The Oxford Homemakers met Monday night at the home of Mrs. Dennis Von Sprecken with guests Mia Floyd Hodgden and Mrs. Delbert Hodgden. Roll call was Your Favorite Winter Pastime. Mrs. Fred Burda, fund drive chairman, named six members to assist. The evening featured an art lesson by Mrs. Delbert Hodgden. The February meeting will be at Mrs. Dave Flory's home with Miss Sharon Tapper presenting lessons on draperies. Benton nursing home has been sold to Mrs. Josephine Schwartz.
Two conservation service awards to Monticello Express recipients with Feb 1 possession date. Hospitalized patients include Mrs. Elmer Eganhouse in Maquoketa at Jackson County Hospital and Kathy Leslie at University Hospital Iowa City. A baby girl born Jan 24 at Jackson County Hospital, Maquoketa to Duane and Mrs. Feuss. Glo club met at Mrs. Cress’s home. Delta Delt bridge club met at Mrs. Koranda’s home with guests and prize winners. Next meetings to be hosted by Mrs. Barber and Mrs. Cress. Kathy Leslie noted as patient in Iowa City hospital.
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