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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1929
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text references a Cherokee case, legal proceedings, and mentions trials and jury verdicts. It also cites historical figures and discusses general criminal justice themes, with scattered references to bankers, trials, and social conditions. The piece mixes court procedure notes with inflammatory commentary and antiquated social concerns.
Governors from several states gathered to air opinions on capital use for unfulfilled aims. The meeting showed tensions over a world fair plan for Chicago, which lacks funds as the city faces a broken treasury and a $40 million school district borrowing to run the next year. Business interests may seize the event while opposing mayoral leadership blamed for depleting the treasury and tarnishing the city’s image.
A harsh report aired on WJSV Washington by the American Bar Association crime commission cites alarming crime rates in the United States and blames immigration, lax laws, economic excess, and technology for rising murder and theft. It critiques the judiciary and calls for reform while contrasting U S crime with Europe.
The text notes China and another nation signing a peace pact while the United States urges restraint. It mentions old grievances influencing conflicts and hints at upcoming political events and nominations. The fragmentary material reflects a period of international strain and domestic election discourse.
The article portrays President Taft as conserving health while engaging with public life in Washington. It highlights his disciplined routine and his approachable manner with crowds and students, including remarks about the Supreme Court and his readiness to answer questions during a busy day.
The piece argues Gov EY must break from the Smith Raskob Tammany bloc to advance nationally. It recalls Tammany’s control of Houston last year leading to the worst defeat in American political history and notes Bryan's three presidential bids before Democrats finally dropped him.
Former governor Frank O. Lowden and national leaders are to speak in Iowa October 17 to 20 at the American Corn Life association conference. The event at Iowa State College includes sessions on rural organization and adult education with focus on farming health welfare and rural development.
The Paris Matin applauds Dieu donne Coste for turning back after flying half the Atlantic, praising prudence over foolhardiness. It notes the 1929 context and suggests the decision may save lives by avoiding dangerous weather and fuel risks.
A fragment from Wilfred J. Funk in the N Y World reflects a child's rush and parental pressure. The speaker laments endless hurry while contrasting a carefree older view with daily tasks like washing a car mending a shoe and chores. The verse captures frustration with adult demands and the wish for freedom to play.
Iowa introduces 1930 license plates with a reduced size and condensed numbers. Plates keep blue background with white numerals centered across the width. States cost savings cited from smaller plates and new truck plates read Iowa Truck 1930.
Hopkinton leader notes lengthy dispute over consolidating the Olin school with opponents resisting, court battles ongoing as construction begins. The row has divided the town, with claims the building cost may exceed bonds, leaving lasting scars and heightened tensions. Darkening dairy barn windows is mentioned as a method to deter files in the summer.
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