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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1929
Page
1
The Monticello paper notes Hoover’s upcoming inauguration as the thirty-first U S president and reflects on the challenges of governing a diverse nation. The editorial discusses republican governance, public reform, crime, gangster influence in boxing, and calls for stricter immigration and crime laws while stressing national unity.
The legislature adjourns for a spring recess while a long list of bills awaits action. Observers note many questionable proposals waste time as two Iowa senators oppose a reapportionment measure, risking unfair representation despite census-driven needs for equity.
Newell Dwight Hillis died at his Bronxville New York home after a long career as a prominent Protestant minister. An Iowa native and educated in part there he rose to lead Plymouth Church in Brooklyn and later served at the Central Church in Chicago during the 1890s. He published several popular works.
New York Christian Advocate argues the church should focus on spiritual work not policing neighbors. It warns that turning ministers and societies into detective agents to enforce law weakens church influence and harms community life. It cites rare exceptions where pastors aid law enforcement but condemns broad policing by religious groups.
The United States abandoned its wartime shipping venture after peace and sold its passenger steamers operating between the United States and distant ports. These vessels transferred to American companies and were reflagged under the American flag.
A contemporary argues Lincoln would not recognize today’s Republican party. The remark pivots on how Jefferson Davis Toombs Buchanan Calhoun and the founders would view current democracy and the party that claims their legacy.
The report notes farmers lamenting snow during shoveling now pray for it to linger to mid March. It warns thawing and spring freezes can damage meadow clover, quoting a proverb about human plans versus divine will.
Sioux City Journal notes that rail passenger numbers and passenger miles dropped to historic lows, contrasted with burgeoning automobile use in the United States. About 24 million motor vehicles, along with vacations, push highway travel while rail revenue falls. The piece cites 788 million passengers and 31.695 billion passenger miles as recent lows and references industry observers like a Columbia dean.
The piece argues universal democracy in Europe failed after World War I with dictators rising in Italy Poland Greece and Jugoslavia while Russia’s revolution bred tyranny. It also covers Sen Brookhart urging stronger enforcement of Prohibition arguing the law should apply to elites as well as common people.
Minneapolis Journal notes a Commerce Department survey showing church membership in 1926 at over 54 million, up more than 12 million since 1916, with most denominations gaining. Church buildings’ value more than doubled, underscoring continued growth amid pessimistic views.
A Sioux City Journal opinion argues that prohibition cannot be completely enforced and that all laws are violated. It contends that wets deny the expectation of utopia and that drys must justify continued government with more good than harm from prohibition.
The 43rd Iowa General Assembly will enact few major reforms this session. Committees meet regularly as economy guides deliberations and many companion bills appear in both houses. A notable early act assigns statewide tuberculosis accreditation for cattle counties, signaling gradual progress in livestock controls.
In a dramatic Senate session on February 19 the Patterson Moen income tax bill was defeated after a prolonged speech and a one man filibuster. The companion House bill passed, but Senate rules barred reconsideration this session. The prison labor bill then moved to a final vote 32 to 16 in the Senate.
Senator Brookins advances a bill to pay county tax ferrets from funds benefited by their work. Supporters say it will boost ferret hiring and raise state taxable property by millions. The week ends with Bergman introducing a major dry cleaning regulation bill.
The Senate and House introduced measures expanding farm mutuals and boxing law oversight while debating licensing, road, and airport bills. A major university appropriation of 232 198 was approved as the session nears March adjournment. Budget director Oscar Anderson took oath. Gov Hammill names Norman as assistant budget director amid anticipated higher appropriations and possible cigarette tax props to cover costs.
A Des Moines paper surveyed lawmakers on governorship sentiment two years ahead and asked legislators and town publishers about a possible US Senate lineup. The result is a list of state favorites with names and pictures published.
The piece argues railroads deserve credit for winter service and consistent rates despite higher winter operating costs. It notes highways receiving rights of way yet railways remain dependable when storms block roads. It highlights public underappreciation and calls for balanced regard of rail transport.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes that past treasury and bank experience with circulating new currency guides expectations for issuing reduced size currency in 1929.
Final reports of executors administrators guardians and trustees in Jones county estates have been filed with the district court clerk. A final hearing is set for March 6 1929 at 10 oclock a.m. at the court in Anamosa Iowa. Interested parties may appear file exceptions and show cause why reports should not be approved.
District court in Jones County Iowa announces a hearing for the probate of the will of Sarah A. McIntyre, deceased. The date set is March term 1929 at 10:00 a.m. to hear final proof and allow interested parties to show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate. B. G. Rees Clerk with deputy Wilma M. Ruhl signs this notice.
Public notice from Jones County Iowa appoints Mrs. Mary F. Brown executrix and J. T. Conlin administrator with will annexed for William Duffy deceased. Claims must be filed with the court sworn, and debts paid promptly to avoid costs. Anamosa Iowa dated February 23 1929. Eugene J. Kean attorney.
Edna D. Rhode is appointed executrix by the Jones County Iowa district court for the Elijah G. Drury estate. Creditors must file claims with the court clerk proven and timely. debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa January 31 1929.
The district court in Jones County Iowa notifies all creditors and claimants against the estate of John H Sorel deceased to file sworn claims with the clerk within legal time. The executrix Catherine Sorel requests immediate payment from estate debtors to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa June 6. E J Kean attorney for estate.
Public notice from Anamosa Iowa announces the estate of Mrs. Margaret Flaningan in the administrator’s hands. Creditors must file sworn claims with the clerk within the legal time, and debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa 6th Administrator.
Executor John H. Rickell declares administration of Anna Collman estate in Anamosa Iowa dated February 14 1929. Attorney K J Locher handles the case. Public notice calls for claims and probate actions under Iowa law.
The Bureau of Printing and Engraving has produced new currency for six months and aims to have enough by July 1. Treasury officials warn demand will be enormous and banks cannot supply everyone with the new notes since a swift withdrawal of old currency was deemed impracticable. The plan is to let old notes circulate while gradually retiring them as they wear out.
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