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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1931
Page
1
A mosaic of remarks on poetry and public conduct from an era of upheaval. Editorials discuss poetry inspiring minds, tar and feather justice, a De Jong assault suit with $11,000 verdict, Winchester bankruptcy, and a governor seeking a university probe amid alleged irregularities.
Fragmented text discusses a board relieving a treasurer from interest on inundation funds and a dispute over 20 percent interest during uninvested periods. Mentions lawmakers, a Cedar Rapids Republican, and President Brother Rann in a double column.
The piece discusses heart disease as a serious condition comparable to tuberculosis, stressing early symptoms, progression, and the need for individual awareness. It notes how weakness, high blood pressure, and vascular changes affect the heart and kidneys, and urges personal cooperation to manage and prevent worsening.
Nonpareil quotes Governor Hammill urging Iowans to watch taxes amid rising burdens. The piece notes school costs rising from 10 to 60 million over 25 years and motor vehicle taxes totaling 640 million, with 24 million yearly for road funding, criticizing politicians who promise tax relief.
A con man operating in town used printed checks falsely branded as from Monticello Lumber company and swindled the A and P store and Sanitary meat market for 22.50 each. The names Benson and Tate on the checks were fictitious, and no such firm exists in Monticello. Merchants report rising caution as counterfeit checks become more sophisticated.
The Sheldon Sun argues that the general assembly must regulate truck sizes or create new 20 to 24 foot roadways. It warns oversized trucks resemble "house on wheels" and threaten safety, noting drivers often struggle to pass with spouses in tow.
Mary Dugan, superintendent of the Towa juvenile home at Toledo, marries Mr. Silver. Her work is praised as exceptional, and the successor is expected to maintain the institution in excellent shape with a commendable record to emulate.
Iowa placed third in overall crop value for 1930 after Texas and California, with Texas at about 434.99 million and Iowa at 367.90 million. The report notes declines from 1929 across the 22 principal crops and ranks Iowa second to Texas in that group. California leads in value due to fruit and special crops.
The article notes Iowa farm prices exceed Canadian equivalents in wheat and oats, citing weekly Minneapolis and Winnipeg wheat levels for October and illustrating a 2 to 4 cent gap in favor of U S wheat growers. It discusses May oats futures, corn production, and the impact of prohibition on farm prices with reference to Canadian dispensary systems.
Iowa Supreme Court decisions affirm the state law on tuberculosis eradication. The Mitchell and O'Brien county rulings uphold the police power and the testing authority. The court notes testers may apply tuberculin tests or other reliable methods to determine infection before destruction.
Miss Hazel Bown of the extension service advises on winter play wear for kids. She highlights warm light fabrics that are moisture proof and closely woven, and recommends one piece coveralls for easier dressing, using old coats or denim with wool lining and simple closures.
Practical kitchen and home care tips for housewives. Advice covers baking, cookies, tomato beverages rich in vitamins, egg yolk uses, fish sauces, and cleaning routines. Includes storage ideas, cleanliness habits, and guidance for keeping entryways tidy and mud out.
The old butter industry clashes with substitutes as federal ruling exempts oleomargarine from a 10 cent color tax. Iowa Agriculture Secretary Thornburg asserts state laws ban colored imitation butter and cheese regardless of color, maintaining stricter limits.
H D Hughes of Iowa State College reports clover and alfalfa seed prices up from last year due to drought. Alsike clover seed largely comes from Wisconsin. Timothy and sweet clover prices are steady to higher, with Hubam clover yields high and quality best on record. Soybean seed remains near its lowest price.
A collection of traditional sayings urging industry and thrift. It emphasizes that leisure invites idleness, early rising and careful living build wealth, and immersion in work prevents loss. It warns against waste, borrowing, and neglect, with cautions about small leaks sinking great ships and constant dropping wearing stones.
In Jones county Iowa at the March 1931 term Myra Rigby as plaintiff petitions to partition Lot No.139 Original Plat City of Monticello citing heirs including C B Darrow Jessie Darrow and many others. If defendants fail to appear by March 2 1931 default will be entered and a sale or in kind partition ordered with attorney fees and equitable relief.
The Manchester Press derides Brookhart as the worst advertisement for the state of Town and accuses him of being an obstructionist with no constructive legislation. It criticizes his constant abuse of dissenters and calls his representation a disgrace to conservative Town.
The piece mocks future forecasts by politicians Norris Borah and Johnson not wearing out the White House welcome mat while Mussolini avoids inferiority. It notes debated wet and dry issues, rising auto deaths, the death of notable men, continued earthquakes and floods, and financial experts predicting prosperity just around the corner.
A cryptic reflection on gender and society notes how appearances mislead and status can reverse. It references marriage as remedy for isolation and the risky allure of power and romance, warning that authority and charm may not guarantee safety or virtue.
Fragmented OCR text references Mr Kaccob and Mr Raskoh with remarks on democratic party principles and policy. Dense garbled lines discuss money, price, and opinions without coherent events or identifiable actions.
A Mater city council member was brought to court for not attending church on Sunday. The justice of the peace convicted him under a Sunday observance law enacted 254 years ago requiring councilmen to attend church weekly.
Alta Advertiser notes letters urging coal orders by Archie Mc Farlane may embarrass him more than using the spraying machine to paint Hammill farm buildings. The letters likely play a large part in ending a political career.
The Toledo Chronicle argues lawmakers must enact mandatory motor vehicle liability insurance and claims failure could constitute criminal negligence by the legislature if they adjourn without action.
The Iowa Holstein Breeders Association offers $1.00 prizes to dairy calf club members with Holstein calves in 1931. Of the total, $595 will be awarded at county shows and $305 at the state show in Waterloo next fall. Express Want Ads deliver quick results.
In Jones County Iowa the district court schedules January term probate for the will of Anna M. Bohlken deceased. The court fixes February 10 1931 for final proof and probate with interested parties invited to appear and contest. Dated January 14 1931. Warren Rees clerk Lara E. Hanna deputy Doxsee Doxsee attorneys for the estate.
The district court of Jones County Iowa has appointed Grace Benedict and Darrow Benedict as administrators of the Francis M Benedict estate deceased. Claims must be filed with the clerk within legal time and creditors should present them clearly stated. Debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs at Anamosa Iowa dated January 8 1931.
Appointed and commissioned by the district court of Jones county Iowa administrator of the estate of William Jarman deceased. All persons having sworn proofs or payments due must comply. Dated Monticello Iowa January 14 1931. E E Reed administrator E E Reed attorney for estate.
The undersigned appointed administrator of the estate of John Peter Bedwara deceased by the district court of Jones county. All persons with claims are notified to present them to the court clerk at Anamosa Iowa on January th 1931. St A Cartano administrator attorney for estate.
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