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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1923
Page
5
The piece notes ongoing speculation on Governor Kendall’s possible third term, arguing no single leader controls Iowa politics and that strong candidates abound if he does not run. It also surveys labor, civic pride in Iowa history, and a mix of national political commentary without clear suspense.
Canada named special envoys to Washington to settle alien property issues and move toward closer US-Canada ties. Ottawa pursues a temporary, commission driven approach while London weighs a permanent resident envoy, signaling potential shifts across the British empire.
National Republican reports Carrie Chapman Catt returning from abroad urging more U.S. travel to gauge Europe’s view of America. She says Europeanized Americans misconstrue Europe’s ingratitude for blood and treasure spent here and questions sacrificing further for European causes. She also critiques Wilson’s diplomacy and the idea of a world president.
The Anamosa Eureka notes the Democratic National Committee plans a tax reduction drive and contrasts it with the Wilson era. It argues Democratic obstructions to payroll cuts and spending restraint harmed fiscal responsibility and questions the parity of the slogan with past records.
The Carroll Herald argues against exploiting farmers and decrying them as objects of pity. It contends that many farmers, who avoid speculation and follow prudent business methods, support families with decent dress, education, and church life, proving they are among the country’s most substantial people.
The New York Times faces criticism over a drawn statement by the Republican National Committee. Senator Brookhart is visiting Soviet Russia to study cooperative institutions. In Iowa, locals recall the rise and fall of the Cedar Rapids based Iowa Mercantile Co. and its lessons.
Fred R. White of the Iowa State Highway Commission outlined an eight item program to upgrade Iowa highways. The proposal calls for state supervision of primary roads, removal of paving assessments, funding for maintenance, extensive grading and drainage, hard surfacing about 3,000 miles, gravel or sand clay surfacing for remaining primary miles, and annual county road work targets over six years. The plan stresses timing, traffic needs, and the need for broader secondary road improvements.
In a New York commencement address Senator Copeland calls for reestablishing world business and American participation in a shared effort to fix economic troubles. He warns of misaligned prices hurting farmers with figures showing labor costs far exceed farm outputs and urges an adjustment to restore normalcy.
Ames professor H A Bittenbender says broody hens hatch instinct is natural and should be treated well with a balanced feed rather than confinement. He endorses a ration of ground corn oats middlings and tankage with plenty of milk to steady young pullets for winter laying.
Scientists again claim the sun’s heat is fading while noting the statement mirrors a common springtime perception. The remark highlights how seasonal mood and weather shifts influence interpretations of solar activity.
Delaware county schedules a two day Fourth of July event at the county fair grounds on the 4th and 5th. Jackson county farm bureau shifts to four picnics in different localities this season.
Monticello records list high school graduates Marcus M. Matthiessen Daisy Burkett Bertha Gilroy Paul Gruenstein Orville Hosford Lillian Jennings Grace Lovell May Liddy Frank McLaughlin Clara Rickless Ada Schneider Emma Schneider Grace Thoent Daisy Waugh Maud Wheelock. Several marriages include Miss Anna Burrichter and C W Brazelton at Bowen's Prairie and Ada Brish with Rev S M McConnell. Deaths include B L Matson and Hinrich Jacobs. Drowning accident involves Ray Curtis. A priest Rev John Magee ordained. Peter Smith farm sale noted. Lineman W R Weir reappointed oil inspector. Enlistee Leonard Wilhelm joins Co K. various births and local moves recorded.
A Maquoketa Sentinel visitor reports locals at a dam site discussing wages and class. Half the laborers are under economic strain while others in better circumstances avoid work, leading to tension over pay and ongoing projects.
The first Jones County American Legion annual picnic was held in Monticello last Friday. A basket dinner at the city park drew visitors and locals, followed by a Royden Concert Band concert. Fred Miles urged Americanism and peace in a lengthy address. A baseball game, a parade, and initiation of 40 and 8ers plus P G candidates filled the day, ending with a tasseled “hall of torture” at the floral hall.
Miss Margaret A. Stewart of Iowa State College offers guidance for mothers on nutrition. She emphasizes vegetables and fruit, cereals, meat in moderation, thick soup, honey, dates, figs and raisins as suitable foods for young children, while avoiding candy and caffeinated drinks.
Sealed proposals will be received by the Jones County auditor in Anamosa Iowa until 10 a.m on July 3 1923 for eight box culverts one boom bridge on concrete abutments one truss bridge on concrete abutments plus related work Plans specifications and proposal forms available at the county auditor’s office or at the county engineer’s office in Anamosa Iowa LM Van Kirk county auditor Also notice of dissolution of Pleatrie Construction Company Jacob J Rodsleg withdrawing his interest and Edmund G Lite assuming all obligations to operate as Me Electric Shop Monticello Iowa the date April 9 1924 all business to be conducted at the same location
Public notices announce administrator Ned Carling and attorney details for the estate of Adolph, with claims due and costs to be paid. Also notices of probate for Maury A Hogan indicate hearing dates and requirements for interested parties in Jones County Iowa.
Notices sent to interested parties that final reports for executors administrators and guardians have been filed in the Jones County District Court. The hearing date in June 1928 is set to approve or object and file exceptions. The reports include Abie Catherine Tobi son estate and Ray Wehtermeth guardian of Agnes L Sutton incapacitated, both now decedents.
Monticello voters face a special election on June 20 1924 to decide issuing bonds up to 1800000 for purchasing and equipping the Liberty Memorial building. Polling places include West Ward City Hall Second Ward Fire Station and other ward sites. Mayor A M Matiuch urges turnout.
In the District Court of town in Jonon County the September Term 1923 notices Mathilda Bracha and Gouthb Bracha of divorce on grounds of desertion and cruel treatment. The petition is on file with the clerk. Appear before noon on the second day of the next term starting September 2, 1923 in Anamosa Iowa or default will be entered. Attorney B. O. Rhinenart for the plaintiff.
In the District Court of Iowa Jones County a plaintiff Anna M Kerr seeks divorce from Horman Kerr on grounds of desertion and for equitable relief and costs. The defendant is summoned to appear by noon of the second day of the next term in Animmosa starting September 24 1983.
Sheriff John Bodenhofer announces a public auction of the north half of the southeast quarter of section 4 township 83 north range 2 west, Jones County Iowa to satisfy a 1928 judgment in favor of Henry F. P. Leseh against J. J. Edwards et al. The sale is July 14 at 10 a.m. in front of Anamosa courthouse. Proceedings subject to redemption rights and accruing costs. Attorney for plaintiff FE Reed. Court date June 14, 1923.
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