10 Jan 1935
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1935
Page
1
The Monticello Express notes that public focus remains fixed on the Lindbergh trial of Bruno Hauptmann while national editors and readers pay little heed to other topics. It critiques modern novels for smut and questions literary tastes, and comments on Governor Cooper’s political position and state liquor issues amid farm payments and mortgage cleanups.
The piece discusses the downturn in big business from consolidation in the prosperity era, noting Sam Tnill and Cyrus Eaton clashing with stockholders as bankers push asset control. It also cites Adair County Free Press on party turnover rhetoric and Bolivia’s government fixing retail prices of essentials.
Three renowned editors from the Toledo Blade, Cleveland Plain Dealer, and New York Herald Tribune urge merciless and comprehensive crime reporting. They argue publication informs the public, awakens action against crime, and serves society, while rejecting sensationalism.
A Cedar Rapids correspondent reports a long Dec 24 line at a state liquor store in Anamosa Eureka. The cashier served about one per minute, with orders averaging 5 to 10 dollars, estimating 500 dollars an hour in sales amid a diverse crowd.
The State Legislature will convene January 14 with bills to create a state police patrol of 100 to monitor highways under radio station supervision. Measures aim to curb through freight traffic while protecting railroad crossings with funds from federal and state sources. An interim tax committee, chaired by Senator Valentine Centerville, works on new revenue measures, with a condensed weekly column planned.
Prairieburg Mrs Louis Hines remains seriously ill after a heart attack but shows some improvement and will be bedridden for about two months. Ruth Rundell has returned to work at Oakdale after caregiving at home. Wilma Holub from Center Junction visited Marie Kula west of Prairieburg. Maurice Holub, from CCC at Backbone Park, vacationed with the Drexter family and his mother Kate Holub in Anamosa. Alice Kula teaches and several others visited Dr George Van Besien’s household last Sunday.
A December 31 1934 report shows cash and deposits totals for a Jones County bank with figures for U S Bonds Commercial Paper and various bonds. The statement includes liabilities capital and reserves and is sworn by bank officers R A Cartano F E Stimson H M Carpenter Jr and Charles M Luett before notary J R Meyer on January 6 1935.
In Anamosa area notes, a car skidded on an icy curve between Anamosa and Prairieburg injuring no one. The group including Joseph Dolan and Mary Dolan escaped unharmed after a side roll. a wrecker aided their return to Anamosa.
Public notice announces Anna Eliza Aldrich appointed administratrix with will annexed by the Jones county Iowa district court for Mary Jane Hughes deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the clerk and debts should be paid to the administratrix to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa December 19 1934. Doxsee Doxsee Heiserman attorneys.
Public notice issued by the district court in Jones County Iowa. John Appleby is named administrator of the estate of Anastasia Calista Murray deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the court clerk within legal time. Those owing the estate should pay promptly to avoid costs. Anamosa Iowa dated 17th. Elden W Brashaw attorney for the estate. 27-4
Local residents share hospitality with kin and friends across Prairieburg, Marion, and nearby towns. Notable items include visiting families from Rapid City and Deadwood, hospital updates for Leo McDonald, parties hosted by Faith and Mildred Burnside, and travelers such as Harry Came and the Conklins visiting relatives. Obituaries mention Mrs. James Smith of Marion, with details of her long Linn county life and large family. Interment followed at a Prairieburg cemetery.
Belfast records the highest tax levels since 1922 as new rates take effect. Sour cream makers pivot to marketing cultured cream, with many milk dealers adopting the label.
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