14 Jul 1927
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1927
Page
1
The Monticello Express notes a postal matter dated November 4 at the Monticello Iowa post office. The item references seven class matter under tel March 3 1879.
Local editor urges Monticello residents to favor home firms over visiting wagons and out of town vendors. Examples include Ban croft’s bottled drinks and Wirth’s dry cleaning as pressure from mobile sellers grows. The piece calls for strong local patriotism to protect home industries and tax base.
The piece muses on Governor Hammill learning to dance to fit his social role and criticizes thrift among Iowa veterans. It condemns the Famous Players-Lasky block contracts and praises Ford's stance on anti-Jewish polemics. It memorializes John Drew as a versatile comedian and notes declines in birth rates and rising infant mortality. Ireland faces civil strife after O Higgins assassination amid political tension.
Winter wheat harvests underway in southern Nebraska counties with expected yields from 1 to 2 million dollars per county. Nebraska wheat this year forecast to double last season. Iowa relies on corn but growing small grains and alfalfa. hay favorable this year. General business steady with no near-term upturn. September expected unchanged. merchandising down slightly but not discouraging.
The article notes President Coolidge enjoying a Western summer White House in the Black Hills of South Dakota. It argues publicity surrounds his vacation, boosting his image among westerners who welcome the distinguished visitors and respect their president.
A Wallace column reflects on road bonds and the durability of concrete highways amid rising heavy truck traffic. The author notes a California experience with truck violations and argues heavy trucks must be restricted or taxed, referencing Iowa and California cases without endorsing railroads.
Judge Burke of the Chicago court of domestic relations offers marital guidance. He advises husbands not to try to change their wives after marriage, to be patient, supportive, neat, honest about income, and generous with compliments and money.
Wallace's Farmer warns corn belt farmers to cut corn acreage by 15 percent and limit hog numbers. It predicts no large hog surplus this winter or summer 1928, but cautions that a normal 1928 corn crop with more hogs could force 7 cent hog prices in December 1928.
The Sioux consider inviting President Coolidge to join their tribe in a ceremonial exchange. The mock dialogue features Chief Yellow Robe greeting the President with brief exchanges, ending with a formal farewell.
Ten thousand Iowa World War veterans will attend the ninth annual state American Legion convention in Des Moines August 15 to 17. Des Moines leaders plan a robust program with bands, drum corps, contests with $800 in prizes, speeches by notable figures, and extensive entertainment at Camp Dodge and the Shrine Temple.
Charles J. McQuirk argues that the most considerate husbands are those who give orders to others through authority or position. He notes the paradox of bosses resenting orders from those less capable and that such resentment often surfaces at home when a wife asserts authority.
The Carroll Herald defends Frank O. Lowden, Illinois former governor, praising his Iowa roots, steady public life, and unwavering poise. It argues labeling him a radical is unjust, calling him a reliable party man and valuable public citizen.
A Maryville typesetter misreads a June wedding notice featuring Mabel Todd society editor of the Democrat Forum and Tribune. The piece mocks the brides attire orchid georgette and a corsage of sweet pears.
Mr and Mrs F A Bort depart for Colorado with Mrs Bort seeking altitude relief for asthma. Births reported include a boy to Cecil Romig July 5 a girl to Ed Wilson July 6 and a girl to A Loop June 1. P C Blanchard ill at 80 with mind decline. J D Morgan injured from a hill incident. Williamson family reunion at home. Rose Williamson plans Chautauqua work then Columbia for a master's. Family members visit from Maquoketa and Milwaukee for vacations.
George Walker Jr stationed at Fort Des Moines visited his home during the Fourth and has earned two army advancements since enlisting. Mrs. Frank Jones and daughter Oncs Joy can visited Anamosa. Mr. Jones teaches summer school at Albia. Mrs. A. J. Schoonover of Los Angeles arrived in Anamosa. she and daughter Sara previously resided here. Percy C. Smith Construction finished their paying contract and sent equipment to Cedar Rapids for another job. Paving on 117 and 161 from West Main to the bridge is open. Main to the fair grounds will open in a week. Morley farmer John Butschi was hospitalized after an accident involving a pitchfork while unloading hay. Miss Bessie Searles married Ellis Lyal in Cleveland on June 30. she is now nurse and night supervisor at the Cleveland Clinic Medical Hospital. The cornerstone laying for St Patrick's Catholic Church will be July 17 with Archbishop Keane officiating. the church will be a major city landmark and work proceeds rapidly.
A 1927 Western Newspaper Union recipe feature describes fresh olive oil dressings and several salads including Tomato and Orange Salad Dainty Chicken Salad Salmon Salad Cheese and Peas Salad and Pear and Tomato Salad. It emphasizes fresh olive oil and simple dressings with mayonnaise and roquefort cheese notes.
Elbert Hubbard declares belief in his work and the honest methods to achieve results. He states confidence in self and in ongoing effort, urging active striving, optimism, courtesy, kindness, generosity, and friendship as keys to future rewards. He asserts readiness to act today.
A local seller promotes selling cream to Farley for cash. The brief notice emphasizes a direct payment arrangement and quick transaction terms between the producer and the buyer.
The Senate clings to its custom of keeping two small black embossed snuff boxes in the chamber near the vice president for members. Though snuff use faded long ago, the boxes remain stocked by gatekeepers as a ceremonial courtesy tied to the Capitol’s antebellum extensions.
The district court of Jones county Iowa appoints I K Reed as administrator of the estate of Anna Steinkup deceased All persons having claims must file sworn statements with the clerk within the time allowed and pay immediate sums to the administrator Dated Aminosa Iowa June 21 1927 and signed by I K Reed administrator and WW Reed attorney for the estate
B. G. RES signature filed in Jones County District Court Iowa shows Wilma M. Ruhl serving as Deputy in the matter.
In the district court of Iowa Jones county a petition for divorce between Gertrude G Farrell and Jonn J Farrell is on file. The defendant must appear and defend by noon on the second day of the next term starting September 26 1927 at Anamosa Iowa. Default will be entered if not answered. Clifford B Pal attorney for plaintiff.
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