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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1922
Page
13
The text critiques state officials and depositaries over treasury practices, condemns violent acts by union members, and condemns leaders who defend or excuse such actions. It also critiques political figures and media in Eastern states for narrow views and offers commentary on Prohibition era social debates and a satire on gender politics in Minnesota.
A justice of the peace identified as Vie awailow was arrested in Carroll County for moonshining charges. Report from Rapida Gazette notes no additional names or clear details, with fragmented wording suggesting a broader theft or escape theme involving international figures.
A list of Republicans selected as committeemen and delegates in the primaries is detailed for counties including Wayne Center Junction Madison Blue Earth and others. The document names individuals such as A Dunn J B Duncan T R Young J N Smith H H Hutton and many others along with ward and town affiliations. The roster covers multiple counties and boards with full names and districts listed.
A fragmentary report criticizing a traveling carnival described as a scourge overrun by illegitimate shows and gambling devices. The text alleges moral danger and financial exploitation of residents through misrepresentation and raffles.
Sheriff L B Pride demonstrated against booze runners after a visit by two men in a touring car with a liquor cargo. Pride and deputies halted the car, Pride fired a shot at the driver, Stewart, injuring him in the left shoulder. Stewart survived, both men bonded for trial next week. The incident followed a larger report of illicit traffic, arrests, and related alcohol seizures across several counties.
The Omaha Bee notes Mrs J W Evans celebrated her 50th wedding anniversary while contrasting her long union with the frequent divorces of others. The piece counters pessimism about marriage, suggesting quarrels are possible yet not typical of all couples.
Chas Overly of Wyoming travels to Mayo Clinic Rochester for medical checks. C B Paul and son and Miss Mary Paul plan a six week California Oregon trip via Union Pacific and Portland. Niles Watters bank hires A J Smith & Son to remodel at 26 000 to 30 000 dollars, doubling quarters. Chicago Milwaukee & St Paul railroad plans a military highway expansion, with new bridge over Pawn Creek and land deeds to the city, enabling a straight paved road to connect Main Street to the primary road.
Iowa State College issues extension circular 89 offering detailed guidance on curing meats soap making and canning. Readable by addressing the bulletin editor at Ames Iowa for full information and practical instructions.
The Monticello Independent School District votes to issue 190 000 in bonds for purchasing a site and constructing a new schoolhouse, with a 20 year term and 5 percent interest. Bids to be received June 23 1922 at 2 30 p m. The board also approves architect selection and officer duties and adjourns.
The Lincoln Journal reports brick manufacturers facing unexpected demand this season and raising prices due to shortages. It quotes the author blaming public short sightedness and notes broad gains across industries. It adds that Iowa’s primary road law spurred a road construction awakening.
Frank L Williams born February 13 1861 in Linn County Iowa died June 14 1922 at St Luke's Hospital Cedar Rapids at age 61 years 4 months and 1 day He married Nora Boyd September 20 1886 they had daughter Lilian Sherman of Central City and two granddaughters Fern and Elma Sherman Funeral services were held June 11th at Central City M E Church Rev B B Hanscom officiating Burial followed in Coggon Cemetery
A mystery blaze on the Stephen DeShaw farm in Hopkinton destroyed the barn and several smaller buildings Monday evening. Lonnie Grapes occupied the farm and faces heavy losses with only partial insurance. origin of the fire remains unknown. Dean C Morgan announced his June 14 marriage to Miss Marjorie May Pierce of Casper Wyoming. The Casper teacher will join Morgan as athletic director there for another year with a higher salary. Hopkinton’s school board announced its next year teaching staff: H B Laughlin superintendent, Mrs I T Wilson principal, Miss Gladys Bancroft grades principal, Mrs H M Reeve music, Miss Antoinette Nothburtt science, I B Callahan manual training, Miss Franc Earhart mathematics, Miss Ruth Cook sixth and Gideon sixth grades, Miss Mable Eaton third and fourth grades.
For sale Millinery store in town of 42 000 population doing good business strictly cash no book accounts established 14 years building modern store room 24 by 62 deep display window 18 by 65 deep fixtures latest style finished in white enamel rent reasonable price 1876 White Millinery Store Monticello
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