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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1924
Page
6
The article discusses figures like Vanderlip and Bok plan debates at Ames, referencing Harding and the presidential turmoil, the press, and Congress. It recalls Grant era scandals and Belknap's impeachment event, noting public perception of guilt and resignation amid disgrace.
The author argues farmers benefited from surplus hogs and sheep, noting no overproduction in wool. Wool prices doubled since 1921 and farming prospers if tariff protection remains, blaming tariff removal for hurting the home market and sheep industry. They credit emergency tariff of 1921 and praise leaders who preserve it.
The Sioux City Journal notes improving business with rising general merchandise activity and record railcar loadings. January bank clearings rose 4 percent from December and 24 percent from 1922, while efforts for South Dakota relief advance. Reopening Sioux Falls National Bank and government aided rehabilitation aim to restore confidence and steady growth through spring into summer.
The Dearborn Independents argues gasoline and liquor do not mix as the automobile becomes a major prohibition issue. The piece notes non-enforcement complaints and claims conditions are better than under past laws, reflecting widespread concerns.
The Senate rejected a plan for a whip or special committee to accelerate code revision. A Delaware county senator proposed oversight and attendance requirements to push bills, but the measure failed 9 to 30. By February 8, ten weeks in, both houses had acted on 110 of 211 code bills, with 56 signed, and major bills remained in committee, possibly weeks away.
The House and Senate clash over bills with amendments and funding the cost of highway signs. A farm bloc alliance and hotel meetings slow progress while cohesion in other blocs shapes votes. A conference committee will likely resolve the issue on Highway Commission signage and Code bill No 40 covering public funds and officer expenses.
The Senate passed Code bill 517 after a careful repair of old liquor laws with many new provisions on vehicle ownership and transport. Highway bills include forbidding billboards on roads and authorizing supervisor boards to clear obstacles. A concurrent resolution urged Congress to investigate oil price fixing and gas sales broad raises prompt state action.
Debate on the Senate proposed health certificate for men and a Creswell amendment adding women to the provision dominated last Thursday’s House session. The bill, with changes restoring a five day license application window and adding female health screening, passed 47 to 56 and moves toward a conference committee.
Debate over a proposed Iowa eugenics statute features advocates and critics. Supporters like Harrison and Potts argue a conference committee can craft improvements not found in other states. Opponents caution about risks and emphasize cautious progress through legislative review.
The Iowa Senate debates Browne resolution seeking insurance department probe. A Dutcher committee of five is named to investigate charges and report if grounds exist for action. Lieut. Gov Hammill appoints Wichman White Darting Gilchrist and Shane to examine possible irregularities and potential impeachment implications.
The article reports on Senator Stoddard's adjournment resolution for the February 7 to October 7 window, later adjusted to late February through early March. It notes House and Senate date changes, preparations for legislative recess, and upcoming caucus activity around the Republican state convention in Des Moines. It mentions Brookhart, Burton E. Sweet, Hague, and campaigns for governor, lieutenant governor, and U.S. senator.
The Des Moines Register questions Senator Johnson's silence on the California naval oil lease by Secretary Fall, contrasting his public protest record with his current lack of inquiry. It argues his past bold stance contrasts with present restraint and suggests lost trust from former allies and foes.
Mechanicsville publisher lauds John Bodenhofer for cleaning up Jones county hootch nuisances. Bodenhofer credits county attorney for legal action, noting the sheriff also needs character and spine to tackle law violators.
Hidora Herald notes state throttles debt with a report from the federal reserve bank showing Iowa banks repaying more indebtedness than neighboring states over the past two years. Many former borrowers to the Chicago bank have cleared their loans, though some remain in the borrowing class.
Obituaries report Mrs. George Beck age 66 of Maquoketa and Mrs. J R Nichols formerly of Oxford Junction died in Marion. Local business changes include Musser and Fagan buying Hansen Produce Co Maquoketa and DeWitt approving a 60000 Town Mutual Insurance Co building contract awarded to Davenport firm.
For sale a seated bull coming 3 years old with furnished pedigree eleven spring calves short horns one span of heavy horses coming 5 and 6 years old sound and well broke one span of mules coming 3 this will make a heavy team hitched a few times and sound Nanne Hanken Onslow Ta 53 8
The undersigned sell at public auction on February 27 at the Robert Carson farm five miles north of Onslow. Items include 27 cattle 13 good milking cows 14 calves 9 horses various aged mares geldings young stock and brood sows plus hogs and grain. Machinery list covers hay loader binder plows separators drills mowers wagons buggies and more. The 260 acre farm is for rent lunch at 11:30 sale starts at 12 Usual terms. Margaret Thompson prop Roy J. Cooley auctioneer Ralph Bone clerk.
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