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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1931
Page
1
Clearing House banks reduced demand deposit rates from 1 1 percent and time deposit caps to 1 1 percent while savings deposits stay at 3 percent. Liquidity drives decisions as real estate loans remain less liquid. Ras kob’s meeting signals possible push to repeal the 18th Amendment, drawing Southern Democratic opposition and court scrutiny over adoption.
The writer argues that organized veterans influence government action by threatening or appealing to the soldier vote and pressuring presidents to stand by treasury policies. Citing Grant Coolidge Hoover eras, the piece claims presidents court public sentiment to secure another term, while lawmakers fear voter power.
The text denounces Republicans who oppose renomination of Big Bill Thompson as Chicago mayor. It calls the Democratic candidate a better option and criticizes the party for backing an incompetent figure, arguing politics is often a dirty game beyond being a mere contest.
Lawmakers depart for a ten day break to return home and settle March financial matters. Des Moines communities still expect activities with Des Moines attractions and a continuing university inquiry fueling local chatter.
The university and its executives face a legislative inquiry amid a heated school daily editorial backlash. The piece mocks the investigation and committee members, drawing parallels to Al Capone’s gangland tactics and resulting in a six month contempt penalty in federal court for a key figure.
The state board of assessment and review proposes taxing on 60 percent of actual value, to equalize assessments across counties. If enacted, Dubuque county property owners gain relief from higher state taxes caused by previously inflated assessment levels and statewide discrimination ends.
The Sioux City Journal notes the United States Supreme Court reaffirms the eighteenth amendment, declaring it unmodifiable by federal courts. The wets aim for repeal or modification by lawful means, while the drys seek to defeat such efforts, hoping lower courts will align with the high court.
A class of 60 applicants to Yale Divinity School gave surprising answers showing gaps in basic Bible knowledge. They claimed Abraham wrote Genesis and that Hezekiah led Deuteronomy, while some thought the Nile watered Palestine and the flood illustrated an apocalypse.
Manchester notes three bakeries once thriving with many workers now struggle against bread wagons. If grocers stop buying local bread, towns like Manchester may face closure or rely on out of town supply. Local buyers could help by insisting on Manchester made bread for community benefit.
In a Winterset Madisonian column an appeal urges the legislature to tax billboards and signs at a high rate to drive them from roadsides. The piece argues highway funding shows the public owns scenic beauty which should be preserved by removing obstructive signs.
Cherokee Times notes that the coming redistricting battle will reveal more politics than seen since the legislature convened. It predicts all 11 of Iowa's congressmen will seek favorable boundary realignments to stay in office as pawns shift across the board with unpredictable outcomes.
The Toledo Chronicle notes that compulsory auto insurance has proved unsatisfactory in practice, yet warns it is equally unsatisfactory when an uninsured, financially irresponsible person injures others or damages property.
A humorous rundown of a Wednesday musicale at Jack Frothingham's features the Burnish brothers on mandolins, Miss Imogene Lukewarm soprano, Uncle Mil on violin, Sybil the illusionist, Swift McGee the monologist, Rufus Nelson the parlor prestidigitator, Llewellyn Joyce the go go observer, and the Nonpareil Quartette.
A Washington dispatch explains that income tax payments rise sharply due to the return to 1928 rates after a one year 1 percent reduction in 1929. Normal income is taxed 11 percent up to 4000, 3 percent on the next 4000, and 5 percent above 8000. last year rates were 1 percent, 2 percent, and 4 percent respectively. It is unlikely the higher rate yields more treasury revenue given generally lower incomes this year unless fixed incomes offset the drop.
Three Granger members Frank Hollingsworth G J Van Buren and J Park Bair filed a bogus license resolution aimed at farmers. The plan would license all farmers for one dollar a year but would not collect it, presuming farmers cannot pay. Exemptions would apply to hired men driving automobiles 10000 miles in the prior year. A county board of farmers and chamber of commerce members would oversee the scheme.
The Nonpareil notes Gov Dan Turner looks anxious yet did not seek the office by necessity. Hoover, King Alfonso, and Ramsay MacDonald are also portrayed as worried figures in their respective roles. A tinge of sympathy is offered but tempered by the idea resignation is always possible.
Opinion notes that the governor questions claims of tax savings from general assemblies in Iowa and elsewhere. The piece argues lawmakers repeatedly pledge economy but do not practice it, calling the rhetoric stale and repeatedly heard.
Deeds recorded show transfers among multiple owners in Jones county. H W Shipley to Alveretta Shipley. Peter Eichhorn and others to Henry Eichhorn Jr. Ella Hayes Porter to Will Dirks. George B Shaler to Geo J Albright. Margaret Mercer to Cyrus Miller and Mary Miller. Margaret Leek to Charles Sams. William Flaherty to Anamosa National Bank. H W Shipley to Fred Lewis. Thomas Bemrose to Edith Bemrose. J C McConaughy to A H Newman. James B Aitchison to Ruth Aitchison. Stephen B King to Steve McDonnell. Amounts listed as $1.00 for most transfers.
The Victorian Revival appears in St Louis terms with a return to long skirted Browns games and furniture. The piece predicts further display in whiskers fiction dances and possibly Victorian beverages as the trend spreads.
A collage of quips about college life and married life, plus a note on legislative sessions in Sac City Sun predicting more taxes amid new schemes. The Terre Haute Tribune adds a quip on spending and a biblical symbol of shoe throwing for new ownership.
The district court of Jones county Iowa appoints and commissions executors of the estate of Anna M. Bohlken deceased. All claimants must file sworn claims with the clerk within the legal time and debtors should promptly pay the executors.
Public notice from Iowa states executor D P Sutherland notices that all claims against the Mary Agnes Allison estate must be filed with the clerk in Anamosa within legal time sworn to or costs will be assessed. Dated February 14, 1931. Doxsee & Doxsee represent the estate.
District court in Jones County Iowa holds a probate hearing for the will of D Ben Herren deceased. The March term sets final proof and probate with interested parties invited to appear and show cause why the will should not be admitted. Warren Rees Clerk.
District court of Jones county Iowa requests all persons to make immediate payment to R J Bone administrator of the estate of Mabel Bader deceased to avoid costs. Dated Monticello February 21 1931.
In Jones County Iowa district court an administrator with will annexed Austin Stadtmueller announces probate for the estate of Anna Kathrina Brockens deceased dated February 19 1931 at Monticello Iowa. J J Locher attorney for the estate. Also notice of probate for F B Gundlach deceased appears with appearance date March 30 1931 at 10.00 am. Clerk Warren Rees.
A Hillsboro News-Herald reflection on parenting and the insight that comes with raising children. The piece emphasizes personal growth, family bonds, and the limited perspective before parenthood.
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