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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1927
Page
3
A damaged OCR fragment references a person or event with unreadable names and places, yielding an unclear report. The readable bits mention a move toward home, a river, and a group labeled as children, but specifics are absent.
The notice outlines dates for deputy collectors in Monticello and Anamosa with filing requirements for individuals and married couples. It lists income thresholds for mandatory returns, forms like Perm 140 and 1040, filing deadlines by March 15 and March 25 1927, exemptions, credits for dependents, and penalties for noncompliance. It also includes a long section on exemptions and computations for different filing statuses and notes on payments and installments.
A reporter questions six Iowa lawmakers about marriage and domestic life. The piece notes rumors of bachelor ideals and hints at relationships, with one member allegedly discussing his harem and family duties while advising others on marriage.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette editorial argues that improved farming methods offer the best path to resolve farm problems, asserting promises beyond any legislation from Congress. It links life and religion as a unified principle guiding practical reform.
Congressman Cole in Cedar Rapids argues that hostile Latin American coverage is exaggerated and biased. He notes radical and anti American elements exist in many nations and presses for context on U S Cuba relations affirming Cuba’s progress under self government.
The 2002 revision of the Book of Common Prayer, urged by Anglo Catholics and pushed through Canterbury and York, aims to balance Catholic and Puritan strains. It remains to be seen how the general public will respond to the revised liturgy and its literary merits across England.
A British physician notes the superior muscularity and stamina of women in athletics, while debating on mental capacity and race. The Waterton Tribune editorial opposes capital punishment, arguing criminals seek escape from the noose.
Horace J Bridges president of the Chicago Ethical Society urges reading Dickens to counter pessimism and gloomy views of life. He contrasts Dickens view life as priceless and unique with realists who deem life worthless and men as machines. He argues life is a wonderful reality with untapped potential and warns against surrender to suppressions.
Miss Willetta Moore of Town State College explains that modern dried apples differ from grandmother’s pantry fruit though flavor remains similar when cooked. She outlines fruit grade categories extra fancy, fancy, extra choice, choice and standard, noting defects affect use and value.
The piece argues that newspapers must balance business needs with public demand for sensational stories, noting competition forces coverage. It supports a movement for cleaner columns and acknowledges the difficulties and embarrassment such reforms may bring to editors and readers alike.
Washington writer Arthur Sears Henning of the Chicago Tribune argues the Democratic Party is disorganized and riven by feuds, predicting Republicans could win the next presidential election unless Democrats end their infighting.
The piece notes legislation to make grade crossings foolproof, urging careful driving at all times. It argues drivers who try to beat trains won’t be deterred by a law to stop at every crossing.
A fragmented widely varied text poem style item references President Coolidge, thrift week themes, dogs and pets, and scattered personal musings. The readable phrases suggest satire or parody with stray lines about barking, injury, and random names. The piece contains no clear news event or quotes suitable for a straightforward summary.
A reader urges amiable critique of a friend's book choices, arguing that good manners and kind feedback strengthen friendship. The note cherishes respectful disagreement and avoids scornful judgments.
A sports injury distinction draws attention as athletes boast about pains from exertion while more serious or persistent pains are treated by a doctor. The note contrasts pride in toughness with seeking medical care for lasting ailments.
Public notice from Jones county Iowa appoints IW. DONSEE as administrator of Martha J Starks deceased. Creditors must file claims with the clerk of the district court sworn and proved. Debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa February 21, 1927.
The executrix Annie Maire of Anamosa Iowa notifies all creditors and heirs to file their claims with the clerk of court sworn and timely. The notice is dated February 22 2827 and signed by attorney Moro Kean for the estate.
Public notice from Lanie Green administratrix of Harry Green deceased calls creditors to file claims with the clerk of court sworn and timely. Creditors must settle sums owed and all payments should be made to the undersigned at Anamosa on the 22nd day of February 1927 in Iowa.
In Jones county Iowa probate case Estate of Della A Mulkean deceased Notice to Ray Johnson and J W Coxsee that appraisers will meet at 1 pm March 12 1927 at the district court clerk office to appraise real and personal estate for inheritance tax assessment You may appear at the time and place specified.
A formal notice from the Inheritance Tax Appraisers dated January 27 1927 warns recipients to heed a proceeding regarding the appraisement of property or portions thereof. Signatures include R A Cartano J W Connney A O Sones.
In Jones county Town district court probate of Royal Benedict deceased. Creditors must file claims within legal time and all persons owing estate settle to avoid costs. Anamosa Town February 8 1927. Race D Benedict Administratrix. Doxsee Doxsea Attorneys for Estate.
Final reports of executors administrators guardians and trustees in the listed estates have been filed in the clerk of the district court Jones County Iowa The final hearing and approval are set for March 7 AD 127 at the court to allow interested parties to file exemptions and show cause for or against approval The report for Rickles August Stebels executor of the estate of August Stebels at Anamosa Town February 14 927 n.G. REES Clerk deputy Wilma M Ruhi
Monticello School District presents for year ending February 24 a financial report showing funds received from district tax 702 03, state 691 16, tuition 4 847 00 and other sources 773 34. It lists expenditures including secretary wages 240 00 and text books 366 04, with bonds outstanding totaling 197 000 06 and anticipated general fund requirements for next year 10 000 0.
Administrator Elmer J Noble of Anamosa Iowa calls all claimants against Martin Noble deceased to file claims with the clerk of the Jones County court within regal time prior to payment. Dated February 6 1927. Doxsea and Doxsee attorneys for estate.
The executor Ralph G. Zimmerman of the Fred G. Zimmerman estate in Anamosa Iowa requests all claimants and creditors to present claims within legal time and all debtors to pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated January 31, 1927. Doxsee & Doxsea, Attorneys.
The saying notes that firing a friend may aid success yet extreme success can cost companionship. It contrasts loyalty with achievement and implies personal bonds suffer when one rises far above another.
Three navigational lights more northerly than any previously maintained by the United States have been established in Alaska by the Lighthouse Service.
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