28 Jul 1927
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1927
Page
1
The issue recounts a state agent report on conditions at Iowa City universities including student drinking and scandal. It notes the legislature considered but did not vote an investigation, and quotes the university president and city mayor. It also comments on home influence and worker youth versus idleness.
The piece notes street car firms cutting routes and abandoning lines in Streeter Ottawa Quincy Winogis while jitney franchises grow. It cites Dr Stetson of Trinity Church criticizing lavish church weddings as ostentatious and proposes holding ceremonies in halls. Birger the southern Illinois gangster is condemned to hang after a murder trial.
A speaker urges simple language for farm listeners but argues educated farmers read and listen well. The piece defends rural insight over campus stereotypes, noting country schooling fosters real skill, critical thinking, and attentive listening despite limited leisure.
The Washington Post notes rising road hazards from driver error. It cites cases of fatal crashes from sleeping at the wheel and other risky behavior, warning that wrecks endanger both occupants and other road users as speed and fatigue mount.
The Outlook notes European agitation over skirt lengths and bathing suits. Germany’s Queen Louise faction backs long skirts amid rural urban clashes while Berlin women defend current fashions. Turkey debates a uniform dress for all women amid calls to curb extravagance and jealousy.
The Sioux City Journal notes more than $800,000 in tickets sold for the Sharkey Dempsey fight, indicating a strong interest on the east coast.
Bruce Bliven surveys rising fringe beliefs in California and other cities. He notes varied sects from religious groups to meatless and drugless schools, with a Los Angeles office housing several cited outfits. The piece lists 29 figures admitted to the Hall of Fame in New York City.
The piece notes how radio reports of the Dempsey Sharkey bout drew huge audiences across the United States. Many households, some never having seen a fight, followed the ringside details with lively, if mixed, reactions as listeners heard swift blows and live play by play.
Delaware County voters approved a bond measure of 856000 to pave Primary No 20 from Masonville to Dyersville a 24 mile stretch with 2612 yes and 1121 no. The package includes grading draining bridging and graveling of Primary No 113 from Delaware to Hopkinton and plans to improve Primary No 116 toward the government fish hatchery if funds allow.
Deputy Sheriff Ray Purcell County Attorney C P Paul Constable H H Soper and Marshal Manuel Straessiin raided Ed Wardem premises on the county east side Monday afternoon. A five-gallon container with what was believed to be liquor was found among weeds near the house and other spots held larger quantities of the illicit liquid. The occupant Yardem was captured but later escaped. he is expected to be recaptured before September term for a hearing.
The Quebec forestry department plans to plant 1.6 million trees on public lands this year and aims for 3 million next year and 5 million annually thereafter. Advocates say if Quebec can guarantee timber supply with timely action the United States should do likewise rather than merely discuss it.
Independence enters the metropolitan Class and the Ged ney flagpole sitter who remained aloft for twenty four hours is praised. The town expects easier credit from merchants, a fine corn crop for farmers, and healthier herds, with overall improved community conditions.
The Clayton county junior dairy cattle judging team that won the U S championship last fall lost July 14 to the English team by 12 points. Iowa has now represented the United States twice in the England contest, with Franklin county’s Town team winning two years ago. The piece notes hay quality and early calf feeding as keys to growth.
A collage of light humor and quotes from various papers includes a remark on a modest sheik with balloon pants in a breeze, jokes about prune and raisin, love lines from Annapolis Log, a racial stereotype exchange, and a farmer’s railway claim sheet noting disposition of the carcass as kind and gentle.
Governor Hammill demands public disclosure from the education board about quarrels and resignations at Iowa City medical faculty. He associates file secrecy with unclean and unsanitary conditions and warns flies spread disease. Guidance on eliminating breeding places and methods is offered by the U S Department of Agriculture.
The article lists crops suitable for silage across varying climates including corn as the predominant choice, sorghums such as amber cane, ange cane, kafir, fetirita, and Sudan grass, plus sunflowers when seasons are cool or short. Other options include peas and oats, pea vines, beet tops, rape, cane tops, beet pulp, apple pomace, Russian thistles, and corn husks from canneries.
Certain trees such as locust and acacias enrich poor soil via nitrogen fixing bacteria in root nodules, improving soil fertility and plant growth. This natural process helps ecosystems recover where nutrients are scarce.
Francois Brunswick, a longtime dye works foreman in Litle France, claims descent from Duke Otto Brunswick and sues the Brunswick estate for 60 million in gold francs. He asserts the elder Brunswicks died childless two centuries back and seeks the fortune via genealogical proof and legal action.
An essay traces the poppy as a symbol of death from Tarquin’s massacre of conquered people to Persephone's myth and Seres mother’s search. It notes California's state flower, a bright yellow poppy, and historic folk beliefs such as testing faithfulness by poppy petal snap.
The Department of the Treasury states the mark on the Liberty dollar is not an M but a composite of the letters A and F, initials of designer Anthony Francisct. The finding clarifies the emblem’s origin and may affect public interpretation of the coin’s design.
A compact note from Hoston Transcript discusses marital perceptions and aging wives, hinting at changes in behavior to please friends while underlying insecurities persist.
The sixth annual state-wide farmers debate in Towa will choose its question by county farm bureaus with public input. A recent survey shows 42 counties and 141 townships discussed the income versus property tax issue, with Polk County winning last winter’s final state championship and radio reach extending to at least 40 counties.
The London Mail notes that the Odd Fellows trace roots to Roman times through trade guilds and a marble lunarium monument in Lanuium. It asserts ancient Romans practiced mutual burial aid and convivial gatherings, parallels drawn to modern Odd Fellowship.
The quote from Woman's Home Companion notes the paradox of women paying extra for fresh eggs yet trusting questionable face creams and preparations that promises unrealistic results beyond common sense.
In the September 1927 term of the district court at Anamosa, Gertrude Farrell sues John J. Farrell for divorce on grounds of desertion without just cause for over two years. He is required to appear by noon on the second day of the next term or judgment will be entered. Clifford B. Paul represents the plaintiff.
Lizzie V. Orr executrix of John A. Orr estate asks all claimants to file sworn claims with the Anamosa district court clerk and directs debtors to pay promptly. Dated July 18 1927 at Anamosa Iowa. Doxsee and Doxsee attorneys.
In the September 1927 term of the Jones County Iowa district court Renata Hoffman Emmert sues William W. Emmert for divorce on cruelty grounds. Defendant is notified to appear by noon of the 2nd day of the next term starting September 26, 1927, or default and judgment will be entered.
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