16 Feb 1939
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1939
Page
1
The article recalls Pope Pius XI's final hours and his plea for peace "Peace to the world." It notes his nearing the 11th coronation anniversary and praises his role in restoring papal temporal power through the Lateran Treaties of 1929. The piece suggests awarding the Nobel Prize for peace to him.
Testimony before the Interstate Commerce Committee by George M. Harrison argues railroads have operated at a loss, with many into receivership, and predicts possible government operation unless transportation is rationalized. He urges subsidizing legislation to restore the industry.
Patricia Morison, film actress, tripped while wearing a wide-brimmed hat that obscured her view and led to a truck wheel running over her toe. The incident highlights a clash between fashion and safety, noting the risk of obstructed vision.
The piece notes rising fascist agitation in Central and South America and warns that totalitarians seek ways to wage war without traditional weapons while Americans favor isolation and distancing from European turmoil.
A historical letter-column style discussion critiques Republican opposition to New Deal measures while highlighting unemployment high and debt rising. The writer warns voters may favor change in 1940 and suggests using war scare tactics as political leverage.
In Arlington South Dakota a longtime friend recalls youth’s big ambitions to be rich, now preferring stable work and education for children. He notes that youth dream big while adulthood brings practical goals and a parent’s wish to improve family success and opportunities.
The Knoxville Journal questions using stamps or token money to avoid sales tax on small buys. It notes that exempting purchases under 15 cents balances the tax on items up to 50 cents.
The Oelweit Register notes that merit concerns about the Perkins case in the labor secretary’s office are minimal as President Roosevelt ordered her appointment and will keep her in place. The Logan Observer adds that Iowa, though flawed, is not broke, contrasting it with December state store liquor spending exceeding 1.5 million dollars.
The speaker warns against dual roles in world politics citing Munich settlement designs. He urges the U S to guard its shores and avoid meddling abroad or face swift repercussions for fascist propaganda. He references Secretary Hull's warning to fascist powers about respecting American interests.
The Iowa General Assembly faces a clash over cutting public expenses versus boosting services. Measures seek tax levies for police parks and health, while others push state economy goals like civil service changes and a state tax commission. Indian leaders from Poweshiek and Tama press to protect Edgar R. Harlan’s role in historical records. A plan to honor Chief Black Hawk with a bronze plaque also advances.
Hostess Mrs Marvin Hunwardsen presided over a Guild gathering with twenty members and three guests. Obituary notes include Mrs Lawrence Brodersen who died Tuesday in Monticello hospital. funeral at Zion Lutheran Wyoming with burial at Wyoming cemetery. Other items cover farm sales, church activities, and local hardships.
Notice of incorporation by Cliff McDonald George W Dirks and Arthur Wilcox for Center Junction Locker Service Inc to operate in Center Junction Iowa with capital stock 10600 dollars and a 3 member board. Business includes storage and sale of food products real estate for operation and locker systems for cold storage. Incorporation date February 8 1939 for twenty years.
The district court of Jones county Iowa appoints Monticello State Bank as executor of Amelia Rabe deceased. All claims must be filed with the court clerk sworn and timely. those owing the estate should pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated February 14 1939 Anamosa Iowa. Coxsee Coxsee and Heiserman attorneys.
The district court of Jones county Iowa administers the estate of J H J Stutt deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the clerk within legal time and debtors should make immediate payment to the administrator Emil Stutt with Locher Locher as attorneys dated February 14 1939.
Notice to all interested: final reports and applications for discharge of administrators executors and trustees listed annexed have been filed with the clerk of the district court Jones county. A final hearing and approval is set for February 25 1939 at which interested parties may appear file exceptions and show cause. The notices include final reports for John Curtin executor of Catherine E Crocker estate and James R McNeilly executor of M J McNeilly estate. Dated Anamosa Iowa February 14 1939.
Administrators and trustees have filed final reports in Jones county district court. The court fixes February 18, 1939, for the final hearing and approval. Any interested party may appear, file exceptions, and show cause why the reports should not be approved. The report concerns the estate of Gerd Behnken, deceased, with Monticello State Bank as executor.
Public notice from Anamosa Iowa dated February 2 1939 requests all persons with claims against the estate of Mrs Kate Baer deceased to file by February 8 1939. E G Burrichter Locher & Locher attorneys for the estate. Ralph Zimmerman executor.
County Iowa administrator announces and invites all persons to appear regarding the estate of Harm J. Dirks deceased. The notice requests claims by interested parties and sets a filing deadline according to law.
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