Town University Lauds Fine Arts Program After Enthusiastic Concert
The University of Town hosts a concert by a Tarota star whose Iowa audience gave three curtain calls and three encores. Stew art Willie accompanied the performer as crowds stayed over three hours and refused to leave until the music ended. The university earns praise for making such music events possible and hints at more concerts to delight Iowa listeners.
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Towa City
Tibbett
Iowa
Stewart Willie
Towa
University of Town
Man Defies Death With Party As He Faces Short Life
Claude Bradley, a former vaudeville actor now selling cement by phone, learned he had only months to live. Ten months later he hosts a party with friends while he remains determined to enjoy life, despite paralysis and a grim prognosis. His grit prompts reflections on living fully, even as death looms.
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Claude J. Bradley
No City
York
Brad
Bradley
Pass Up Transient Men Who Sell From House to House
Monticello residents are urged to shun itinerant peddlers and avoid buying from door to door sellers. Local authorities report transient photographers previously active in the area used vague receipts and claimed ICC rules. Housewives are advised to support home town tradesmen who pay local taxes and contribute to the town’s prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monticello
Interstate Commerce Commission
Fashionable male wardrobe plans spark skeptical chatter
The piece notes stylists aiming to wake up male fashion with gaudy daytime suits in taupe to maroon hues for spring. It dismisses the trend as hooey and questions how many men will adopt the look unless used in a vaudeville skit on the Sihoe show.
Country editor’s enduring role in shaping civic life
A tribute to the country editor whose work, once a one man operation, chronicling rural life and stitching together ads and news, has become vital in guiding civic affairs through recession times and community support. The piece notes his shift from sole reporter to valued public figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Lee Moniter
New Nes
Jts
Iowa
Gwynne
Farmer
Remembering a Father and the Little Toad
A Washington father recalls a life and death memory sparked by his daughter’s tearful account of a toad run over in the street. The vignette reflects on generations moving from cradle to grave and the unyielding law of cause and effect across life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
Washington
Watermelon Season Prompt Sparks Quick Market Rush
Shoppers race to buy watermelons as peak season arrives with abundant supply. Vendors report brisk demand and steady prices across stalls. Local markets anticipate continued strong sales through midsummer.
It's Hot in Iowa Red Oak Express
A reader laments the Iowa heat and pride in local agriculture. The note praises corn, hogs, hens, and hay while celebrating Iowa's many top traits including corn, mud, and mercury in a playful regional voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Oak Express
Iowa
Predictions Of Narrow Trousers Stir Style Experts
Style commentators forecast future trousers will be very narrow revealing the contours of the male leg. Observers note few unadorned male legs and doubt tight pants would flatter even older women.
300th Anniversary of Printing Noted
The notice proclaims the 300th anniversary of printing with emphasis on its impact on information flow and the role of newspapers and postage. It suggests the era would be poorer without printed media and mentions dates around September 25.
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United States
Iowa coal law clash ties board to bids and funds
State board seeks AG interpretation of 1939 coal preference amendments amid conflicts from 1937 statutes. Item discusses Iowa coal buying rules for tax supported bodies, lowest bid versus Iowa mined coal, and effects on education budgets and miners on relief rolls. It cites Gov. Wilson and education contracts in Iowa.
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State Board of Education
Iowa
George A. Wilson
Illinois
Indiana
Towa
Board of Education
By &T
Tlinsis
Iowa Coal
Iowa City
Sinois
Iowa Shaft
July Supervisors Proceedings Reported Large List of Claims
County records show extensive claims and payments approved for July including medical aid to multiple doctors, hospital care, clothing and provisions for indigent residents, weed work, repairs, supplies from local vendors, bridge work, and various services. Notable names include Dr. J. D. Paul, Dr. T. M. Redmond, Hartley Chemical, Welch Printing, Anamosa Lumber, and Farmers Mutual Creamery with numerous line items. Total expenditures cover a broad range of public services and county operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cody Co
Barnhart
Blank Book Co
Ae Sichhorn
Fidiar Chamber
HH. Freeman. Hartley
Magee
Mills Grocery
John MedDonald Hospital
AreNamara's
J.D. Paul
T. M. Redmond
H. H. Rumple
Shomont Dairy
H. W. Shelley
C. RB. Smith
Stoughton Drug
Stuhler
Gc. Thomas
Geo
K. Zeuch
Jd. M. Lange, Jr
James Moran
C. Oltmans
Scott Hardware
Matt Parrot
Bet Telephone
Welch Printing Co
Ity Waterworks
Yates
L Pearson
Séurninn
Milner
Bostage
aAlce M. Hall
Court Reporter
A. A. Ware
HF. Dolan
FE. H. DeSha
JS. OH. Fraser
John B. Hales
Jos
Hoeven
J. D. Paul
E. G. Rawson
F. B. Sigworth
C. R. Smith
Stone New DE
C. G. Thomas
Seward White
G. R. Wilkinson
Asa Sas
A. W. Herold
J. LL Cook
Lewis Dreibelbis
Eclipse Lumber Co
Vadena Finney
Fishwild & Son
Grahams Meat & Grace Visions
Edgar H. Grimm
McLaugie Co
Mary's Orphans Home
Geo. Stuhler
Sunny Lyle Tyler
Geo Vox Weighels Visions Western JH
PAL Y W
Con. County
Anamosa
Neous
Bray Bros
Hale
Waldo Hart
F. L .Himebaugh
Long's Dept
House of Good Shepherd
Hunter Grocery
Hurst Grocery Co
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Stdinenveen Longsite
Mercy Hospital
Herman Englehart
Hanson
Gray
H. B. Hanken
Himebaugh
Iowa Electric
Benant Jordan's
Fred J. Kay
Matthiessen Auto & Supply Co
Tepaits Ooo
J .N. W. Bell
Dale Wicks
Wyoming Drug
Jones County
Eccoes Rete Eenestetthttoet
J. R. Bickeretaff
Otho Hughes
T. W. Hunter
Allis-Chalmers Mfg. Co
Anamosa Lumber Co
Anamosa City Waterworks
Wa- Sep
Bincot Puds Lowecs
Auto Electric Shop
Barron Motor Supply Co
James W. Bell Co
Steel Aloe
Carl W. Bock
Bokerney’s Service
Frederick W. Bone
John Kavanaugh
Adolph Kernen
Owatonna Tool Co
J.T. Mead
Haul Rock
Mid-Continent Petroleum Corp Gasoline Men's Reformators
Joseph Turner & Co
Virgil Vernon
Haul Rock Waterloo Construction
Kruse Auto Parts
Farl Lehman
Lefebvre Corp
Leigh Lint
Martin Roasa Track Co
LTA
Mate Parrott & Sons Co
Dean Mead
Haut Rock
Premier Creosote Co
Elizabeth Randall
Kenneth K. Rands
Rapaports
May Reynolds
Rock
Ecg Aathade
Casacs
J. Rollinger
Milo Rubek
S & W 10Th St. Service
Scott Hardware Co
Security Laboratory
Kenneth Serbousek
Allen Siebels
Sieg-Dubuque Co
Dillon Snyder
St. Anthony & Dakota Ele Co
H. O
Taylor Buick
Raymond Taylor
Madalin Webster
J. H. Wetch Printing Co
Western Auto Store
Ray Wink
Elmer Coon
John Fritz
Rapid Blue
J. Bailey
J. Dirks
Jones County payrolls and budget action recorded
Payroll listings totaling numerous employees across sessions per diem mileage and committee payments are documented along with board approval to remove transmission poles on Jones County highways. The minutes note budget estimates for the coming year and a public hearing set for August 2 1939 at 2 00 PM with publication planned for July 20 1939.
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Herman Helgens
H. J. Mayberry
M. J. Tallman
Dwight Pulver
F. L. Shankland
W. J. Stover
John Holmes
I. R. Bobst
Fred Weers
Lester Ankney
Ralph Mead
George Minnis
B. W. Husman
H. E. Dirks
Gay McConaughy
Mervin Switzer
John Paulsen
Carl Rickels
Roy Snel
George Timmins
W. B. Chapman
A. B. Leeper
Melburn Grimm
Paul Ritenour
Merle Orr
R. E. Chaplin
Henry
Hook) Dirks
John Kavanaugh
Albert Hackbarth
Martin Nelson
Raymond Huggans
J. G. Thede
W. K. Moats
Leo Hughes
Elijah Brinkman
Harry Moore
John Sarma
Otha Hughes
William Green
William Frasher
Lee Sams
Kenneth Rands
Donald Newhard
Fred Bone
Tommy Brighton
Clarence Appleby
G. F. Bock
Helgens
Dirks
Jones County
West Quarter
South Quarter
North Quarter
Maquoketa
Probate Notice of Will in Jones County Iowa
District court of Jones County Iowa announces probate for the last will of John Henry Heiken deceased. The hearing is set for August 12 1939 at 10 a.m. at the May term for final proof and probate. Interested parties may appear to contest the will. Coxsee Coxsee & Heiserman serve as attorneys for the estate.
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State of
Iowa
Jones County
John Henry Heiken
Said County
W. L. Pearson
Coxsee, Coxsee & Heiserman
Satis faction guaranteed sales in Monticello Iowa
Sales offered anytime anywhere with guaranteed satisfaction. Phone contact listed as 258 in Monticello Iowa.
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Monticello
Iowa
Office and hospital post office call lines day or night
A terse notice lists an office and hospital post office with a single contact line. It states calls are accepted day or night and provides the number 171 for inquiries.
Ortgies & Ortgies D s Chiropractic Health Service
Chiropractic health service offers free consultations and neurocalometer analysis. Calls answered in city and country. Office located at 336 Main Street Monticello. Phone 312.
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Ortgies & Ortgies
D's. C
Chiropractic Health Service
Main Street
Monticello
Nlews
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Towa Newspapers
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Iowa Political Front
Iown Press Association
John W. Gwynne
Waterloo
Hayti
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Herald-Enterprise
Filing
Board of Supervisors of
Jones
Geo. F. Specht
County Auditory
Bae
Seconars
Gantrnetion Nya
Dubuque
Dubuque Municipal Athletic Field
West
Joe E. Greer
Iyan
Abstract and Title Co
Anamosa, Iowa
C. F. Shimanek
Secon
Stuhler Building
Monticella
Henry A. Martin
Hettie M. Martin
Bing
J. W. Doxsee
A. Dorses
E. G. Heiserman
Doxsee, Doxsee & Heiserman Attorneys At Law
Lovell Block
Tows
W. H. Null
J. G. Schoon
L. J. Swift
Froge Seanlanée
Shonen Cee Aa
Earlville
Department of Aeroaliaire
Mattison
Mark
J. E. Bateman
Hutchinson
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