02 Mar 1939
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1939
Page
1
The piece notes seven weeks of Senate sessions totaling under eleven hours while the House acts more. Republicans see control by remaining seated as the tactic, while Democrats warn members to stay in. A conference yielded 58 lawmakers present, signaling a need for steady attendance to reverse the trend. Authorities link attendance to cuts in relief funding and TVA dam appropriations.
A column argues that if the United States seeks a dictatorial regime, it should expect steep taxes. Citing Nazi Germany’s newly raised income tax on bachelors and childless couples, the piece notes unmarried workers could lose up to 55 percent of taxable income, with Nazis claiming the measure funds population aims and political aims.
A New York district attorney Thomas E. Dewey leads secretary of commerce Harry L. Hopkins in a 1940 presidential poll by 61 percent to 39 percent with 22 percent undecided. The survey also shows voters prefer Dewey even if Roosevelt endorses Hopkins. The piece notes a shift toward Republicans and hints at discussions on federal employee income taxes and taxes on securities.
An exchange clipping argues that politicians corrupted railroad policy by treating lines as a menace rather than a national asset. Economists and engineers are urged to develop governmental controls to solve transportation issues, with reform starting in Washington.
Wayne Herald explains that income tax depends on earnings while social security tax depends on payroll. Enrollment into the income tax group requires net earnings, whereas social security lacks such specificity. The gap between payments and take home pay is highlighted as the main burden.
The Des Moines bartenders union supports liquor by the drink while Sheldon Mail states no definite stance. It criticizes mandatory votes in towns and cites potential corporate treasuries earning $1,000 per establishment as a consequence of such a vote.
The Sun editor argues that tax free bonds and salaries should not exist. He urges government posi tions holders earning high salaries to contribute their proportionate share to support government, just like everyone else.
In Santa Fe Magazine a man named Sandy wins a 21500 car by a raffle after purchasing two tickets. Friends rush to congratulate him but find him miserable, lamenting the second ticket and questioning why he bought it.
A quoted statement from MacPherson contrasts theft and tax dodging as taking money from others. He notes the moral similarity between someone who takes a purse and a tax dodger who avoids paying government dues. He views both actions as taking what does not belong to them.
The Rock Rapids report questions the president’s current leadership, noting a wartime phrase about being out of step with the times. It praises past brilliance but argues present actions erode public respect and confidence.
The article portrays Hitler pressing Cardinals to name the new pope, accusing him of egotism bordering on insanity and dictating church policy as a political move.
The Sac City Sun urges readiness as peace insurance, arguing it is wiser to stock war equipment and never use it than face conflict without proper arms and supplies.
A lengthy Iowa House session outlines proposed reorganizations across state government. Key items include merging boards, consolidating agencies, budgeting reforms under a state budget act, and shifting duties among highway, public safety, and tax authorities. Senate plans contemplate a major bond proposal to address farm tenancy and municipal finance, with opposition noted among lawmakers.
Monticello Iowa council accepts numerous claims for city expenditures including freight labor and supplies. Ordinance on trespass and annoyance passes second reading. Easement sale for sewer right of way set at ten cents per foot and park commissioner vacancy filled. Council adjourns to February 11.
Regular meeting attended by L Clark Rodman N Clark and Huibregtse with York absent. Minutes approved. Roy Wright tuition bill referred to attorney. Bills read and allowed including electric light, telephone, supplies, music, chairs, cleaners, maps, typewriter, soap, brushes, athletic equipment, slides, pads, furniture, and adjournment.
Public notice announces HN Husman Jo as executor of Minnie Husman deceased by the Jones County Iowa district court. Creditors must file claims with the court clerk sworn and within legal time. debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa February 24 1939. Locher Locher attorneys sign for the estate.
Public notice states that the undersigned has been appointed and commissioned as executrix of the Hall estate in Iowa. The document records formal appointment and official capacity in probate matter. The notice serves to inform creditors and interested parties of the fiduciary role and duties assigned.
Creditors and all persons interested in the estate of Amelis Rabe deceased are notified to present their claims promptly or prove them. Immediate payment to the undersigned is requested to avoid costs. Dated February 14, 1939 at Anamosa Iowa. Monticello State Bank Dexsee Cexsee and Heiserman attorneys for the estate.
The district court of Jones County Iowa notifies all persons with claims against the estate of J H J Stutt deceased to file sworn statements with the clerk within the legal time. Creditors are asked to make immediate payment to the administrator Emil Stutt to avoid costs. Locher Locher, attorneys for the estate. February 14, 1989.
Notice to all interested that final reports and applications for discharge of administrators executors and trustees listed in the annexed list have been filed in the district court clerk of Jones county Iowa. Final hearing and approval fixed for February 25 1939 before the court at Moss Iowa. Interested parties may appear file exceptions and show cause why reports should not be approved. Dated February 14 1939 W L Pearson Clerk of the district court Jones county Iowa Bs 33 2
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