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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1936
Page
1
The piece contrasts earlier Fourth of July celebrations with modern times, noting fireworks and mass gatherings gave way to automobile travel and distant observances. It argues patriotism remains strong, aided by media, while warning against political distractions like Lemke Father Coughlin and Jim Farley scandals.
A Cedar Rapids Gazette column recounts a banker explaining the Constitution to a young man using a baseball umpire analogy. The piece frames the Constitution as rules guiding government and the Supreme Court as the umpire deciding obedience, with a final note from the Sioux City Journal on John D. M. Hamilton and Mr. Farley.
Exchange Clippings argues that President Roosevelt holds unchallenged control of the Democratic Party, directing platform, keynote, and campaign strategy. It predicts his re election would bring federal dominance, bureaucratic control of industry, and broad reshaping of government and society.
The Treasury shows receipts of about 4.086 billion dollars and expenditures near 9.0 billion for the year ending June 30. By June 27 the deficit neared 5.0 billion, with end-year totals surpassing 8.81 billion spent versus 4.86 billion income. The piece warns of tax increases and Democratic party accountability as public debt grows.
The Iowa State Safety Council warns of a distracted trainman whose mind races faster than the Celestial Limited. An idle turntable in his neck and a busy sign over his ears suggest he neglects listening for trains, risking a crash at Peary Gates if a heroic exit is not found.
The piece notes drivers attempting passes on curves are recorded by future historians as examples of reckless behavior. It laments repeated failures and the danger of blind curves and hills, citing warnings from the Iowa State Safety Council about near fatal risks.
The Creston News Advertisers cites figures from C. Harry Miners and others arguing large turnout projections if a third party gains momentum. The piece contrasts voter numbers with concerns about public debt and fiscal prudence, urging voters to consider precedents and thrift before casting ballots.
Topeka prepares for Governor Alf Landon to be formally notified of his Republican presidential nomination on July 23 at 8 p m. Railroads offer one cent a mile for travelers as Topeka readies parking hotels and transport for thousands. crowds from Chicago Kansas City Omaha St Louis and other Midwest cities plan chartered trips.
Chicago reports four thousand dollars daily to the Republican National Committee fund aimed at one million dollars via participation certificates. Donors include many Democrats and independents favoring Landon Knox over Roosevelt Garner. Each dollar to the G N C Drawers Chicago, returns a certificate split fifty fifty with the local county committee.
Congress votes to fund a 477 mile Blue Ridge parkway through Virginia and North Carolina with 24 states required to match funds and total costs around 48 million dollars representing about half of the national highway appropriation. Harold L. Ickes lobbies on the bill’s passage in Washington.
The piece notes taxes carried by the poor as hidden levies and shows a shift from 15 percent of government costs in 1923 1932 to 59 percent since 1932. It highlights tax burden growth on low income groups in Washington D C.
The article argues that replacing population with party membership for delegate selection shifts influence to the Solid South. It notes the South already dominates party control with key congressional committee assignments shaping national policy.
The article notes a new measure that tightens the authority of a regulatory body, extending its oversight powers and signaling firmer control over its domain. It emphasizes procedural tightening without altering core responsibilities.
Smith's Weekly recounts a man stopping in a quiet cul-de-sac to park. A policeman ordered him to move as it was not a proper spot. The driver argued the street was empty, insisting it was a cul-de-sac. The officer remained firm despite the man's protest.
The Monticello State Bank is appointed administrator of Alma Brokens deceased in Jones County Iowa. Creditors must file sworn claims with the court clerk within legal time and all debts should be paid promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa June 29 1938. E W Brashaw attorney for the estate.
District court in Jones county Iowa sets July 20 1936 at 10 o'clock a.m. for final proof and dabate of Victor Chambers last will and testament filed June 23 1938. Interested parties may appear to show cause why probate should not be admitted. LEE BYERLY presiding judge Locket Locher attorneys for the estate.
Public notice sets July 15 1936 election hours eight to eight for Monticello Iowa to decide land purchase pool construction and bonding up to 20000 dollars with a two mill annual tax. Precinct polling places listed by ward and required cross yes or no ballot instruction included.
Jones County invites sealed proposals with forms supplied by the county for a project. A 400 dollar certified check or cashier's check payable to the county auditor must accompany each bid as liquidated damages if the winner fails to execute a contract and furnish bond within ten days after bid acceptance.
The Iowa Jones county district court announces probate of Angeline M. Hanken last will and testament filed June 19 1936. The May term hearing to prove the will is set for July 20 1936 at 10 o clock a m. all interested may appear and contest probate. Locher & Locher represent the estate.
The Monticello Independent School District directors will meet August 3 at 7 30 pm at the public school to hear taxpayers on the proposed expenditures. District Secretary Podhaski will oversee the record of filing and budget estimate details.
The Monticello city council in Jones county Iowa will hold a budget hearing on August 3 1936 at 7 30 p m in City Hall. Taxpayers may speak for or against the proposed expenditures detailed in the notice totaling over twelve thousand dollars and including multiple line items.
Sworn to and subscribed before me this 6th day of July 1936 I R. Meyer Notary Public certify values totaling 400000 and 114000 as correct Attesting officers include J J Locher R A Cartano R C Hoag T M Red mond Geo Ambuehl E E Hicks H W Stuhler F E Stimson C G Thomas State of Iowa Jones County ss
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