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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1938
Page
1
A reflective piece questions the rich mans view in the presidency and notes Jackson Day dinners funding campaigns. It contrasts modern loafers with hard labor ideals and laments winter cold and lost sleigh bells while observing diverse viewpoints on whether the world grows better with time.
A Sioux City Journal clipping notes Iowa holds the lowest unemployment rate among states, with about 61,000 out of work, while major cities like Sioux City would show higher rates. It contrasts national figures and hints at political implications of unemployment trends.
The Des Moines Sunday Register outlines federal and state income tax rules. It details who must file, when, where, what counts as gross income, non taxable items, deductions, exemptions, credits, and example calculations for a married filer with one child earning $3,000. It also explains quarterly payment rules and filing deadlines.
The Roosevelt administration is noted as uneasy about Nellie the Cloak Model despite business strength. The text recounts repeated violent pursuits by a villain who tried to shoot her throw her off cliffs tie her to a railroad track and trap her in a burning building. He finally confronts Nellie on a lonely road asking why she fears him.
During a campaign in his opponent's home state William Howard Taft faced persistent heckling. A cabbage landed on a stove near him and he paused to observe it before quipping that one of his adversaries had lost his head.
Northwood Anchor questions U S stance on Japan and China while noting the nine power meeting and calls for hemispheric non intervention. The Council Bluffs Nonpareil dismisses fears of a conspiratorial elite, calling such talk a political ghost story and praising business men as practical.
Monticello Iowa council meeting January 3 1938 approves a list of claims across city funds. Notable entries include salaries for Echternacht 100 dollars labor payments to multiple workers and a truck charge for Carmichael 35.10 dollars.
The president and allies face a hard season as those opposed to the New Deal anticipate a nationwide, multi-sector political confrontation over the coming months. The outlook signals sharp partisan clashes and intensified policy battles.
The passage contrasts hopeful progress in the civilized world with nations on a downward trajectory. It notes some individuals grow discouraged, yet the broad arc of world achievement signals a positive overall trend, while citing Japan as an example of a nation on the decline.
The piece argues that recent stimulus spending has largely worn off and warns of a new recession. It questions the effectiveness of further pumping and challenges the president’s plan to restart stimulus without clear direction.
A Knoxville Express view urges renewed American involvement in Asia but notes public enthusiasm faded about two decades ago. The column reflects on past interventions and questions current appetite for action.
A city clerk attests a figure change from 10.66 to 10.00 and notes broader sentiment on government industry cooperation. The text criticizes administration baits and stresses limited prospects for coordinated recovery.
A corporation organized under Iowa law named the Childress Hoag Motor Company with principal office in Monticello. Purpose includes automobile sales and repair, parts and accessories, gas oil and grease, and related real estate as needed. Authorized capital stock is 400 shares of 100 each totaling 40000. Commencement date December 31 1937 with a 20 year term unless renewed. Initial directors and officers listed with X Ray Childress and L E Hoag serving as president secretary treasurer and vice president respectively. Doxsee Heiserman are the attorneys. 29-4
The district court of Jones County Iowa appoints The Monticello State Bank as executor of the estate of Gerd Behnken deceased. Creditors must file claims with the clerk sworn and timely. debtors should pay immediately to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa December 28 1937 Locher Locher attorneys for the estate.
In Jones county Iowa the estate of Henry Bower is before the district court for final proof and probate. A hearing is set for January 31, 1938 at 10 a.m. at the Jones County court to determine the validity of the will and allow interested persons to appear and contest. Coxsee and Heiserman are the attorneys for the estate.
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