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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1925
Page
5
A discussion of proposed bank deposit guaranty funded by a bank capital tax, noting risks to large banks and past failures. It also covers opposition to a federal child labor amendment, arguing state regulation of factory hours and age limits is sufficient and arguing against a broad federal mandate.
The Republican state central committee memorializes the U S Senate to refuse Brookhart a seat or declare it vacant for fraud in claiming Republican status to gain the primary ballot while backing the La Follette party. The piece notes internal party divisions and mixed commentary on governors and Edge of New Jersey.
The article notes a divided response to Governor Hamilton's inaugural suggestions with little sign of broad agreement. Critics doubt immediate enactment and warn the path to fruition remains uncertain.
Senate and House show no new bills this week as 18 was expected to spark real business. Committees are set by Lieut. Gov. Kimball and Speaker Edson, shaping influence and pay. Resignations signal tensions between conservative and economy blocs in the Senate, while House members anticipate smoother cooperation.
A plan proposes paving 300 miles annually in Iowa, aiming to meet the state’s growing road needs within a decade. The proposal emphasizes safe and economical carriage of goods and people across the state, projecting substantial expansion of paved routes.
Senator M L Bawmtan introduces a Nebraska style bank guarantee bill to protect depositors with an Oil1l fin assessment funding insolvent banks and to publish bank statements more often. Senator Romkey proposes a crime to state liquor on the hip. Representative Safe Hill pushes prohibition enforcement. Budget director Hunge prep for a unified state appropriations measure ahead of the session.
A broad gasoline tax plan is being drafted for introduction in the Senate by Senator Bergman and in the House by Representatives Brittain and Elliott. The tax would be collected at state borders, booked and assessed on arrival, with no exemptions for tractors or cleaners. Funds would be divided equally among primary, county, and township road funds, keeping township money within townships while potentially shifting primary road duties to the state highway commission.
About two dozen women aided by the state superintendent of public instruction graded thousands of normal training students papers. Six thousand papers were to be examined with over 12,000 marked. The uniform county teachers exams occur at month end with extra helpers. A teachers placement bureau operates with the office. From July 1928 to July 1924 there were 1,370 teacher requests and 3,231 nominations, with 2,100 enrollments.
The Sioux City Journal reflects on Calvin Coolidge as a thrifty Yankee. It argues thrift in government mirrors private frugality, praising a frugal approach to taxpayers’ money and suggesting national governance benefits from such Yankee-like restraint.
In October of last year railroads reached their highest efficiency and may profit for stockholders unless crippling legislation is enacted. The writer expects proper steps will be taken and warns the public against railroad profits becoming an outrage to citizens.
Heinie Engel of Dubuque defeated Lou Tamber of Chicago last Thursday to win the world middleweight wrestling championship. The week also noted a black fox killed near Cascende by Vincent McDermott. Delhi resident J W Corbin, born Jan 7 1841 in Delaware county, is cited as the first white child born in the county.
An editorial urges girls to heed an "old timer" on smoking dangers and costs. It warns cigarettes are dirty and expensive, leading to a chain of habit that drives men toward pipes and cigars, while harming femininity and self respect.
Jefferson Bee argues the road bond issue is highly unpopular and would be decisively defeated if put to a vote. The legislature should not waste time submitting the proposal, deeming it futile.
The Sioux City Journal notes higher prices for wheat oats rye and corn amid strong demand from American exporters and European buyers. It argues the grain market will stay firm into next year with improved bank clearings and ongoing business recovery supporting the outlook for American agriculture and farm profits.
In his inaugural, Governor Huatm mij] proposes a state income tax to ease property tax burdens but warns abolishing or easing property taxes is a long, unlikely road. He cautions revenue would concentrate in large tax districts, with rural districts facing funding gaps and non resident property owners escaping shares.
A debate over Lincoln era style in the coming inauguration notes President Coolidge’s aim for economy and modest ceremony. Supporters urge a grand show for hotels and shops, while the president seeks a simple, low cost event with spending limits.
Croft Raymond of Harvard predicts a distant future where humans will be hairless, toeless, and toothless. He argues time is ample before such changes occur and comments on our concern for a sun’s cooling without fear of current life. He notes inhabitants of future planets may develop unknown defenses against doom.
The report notes opposition lines in the senate as the president enters a confrontation with irreconcilables. It characterizes Col Harvey as a nuisance and argues the Paris agreement only covers wartime claims and occupation expenses, unlikely to provoke public outrage.
January district court convened in Anamasna with Judge Flisean presiding. Grand jury began cases. probate guardianships, trusteeships, and real estate sales were reported. Civil matters include motions, attachments, defaults, and decrees, with several estates and named parties listed among the entries.
The Steck Brookhart struggle for the Iowa senate seat is framed as an ongoing fight. The issue centers on contested ballots and the Senate committee's stance on election law, with Steck accusing ballots of discriminatory handling while the committee weighs counting such votes to reflect voter intent.
The piece critiques Senator Ladd's statements about backing Senator La Modette in a progressive bid for the presidency. It questions his stance toward radical national life and suggests he is not suitable for leadership, arguing for continued conservative control by the republic party.
Experts advise against forcing flat toe walking in young children as muscles strengthen. Proper footwear with flexible arches supports toeing forward development, while early corrections may hinder natural gait progression.
Local bankers in Des Moines warn of rising unease as deposits slip and liquidity strains spread. The signal stress hints at tighter credit, with observers fearing consolidation and tighter lending in coming months.
The Liteela Journal and Des Moines Capital discuss fiscal policy and currency concerns. Talks mention the push for a new dollar coin and the politics around the Muscle Shoals issue with calls for a non political commission to resolve the controversy.
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