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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1948
Page
2
Editors describe the hectic installation of the Eastern Iowa Graphic in the Monticello Express office. Construction noise from carpenters and electricians fuels intense concentration, aiming for better picture coverage and a sharper final newspaper.
Jones County Republicans held a county convention at Anamosa court house after caucuses, with delegates from all 28 precincts. Warren Rees proclaimed 1948 would be a Republican year and pledged an election of a Republican president, promising a government overhaul to reduce Democratic patronage.
A reader column condemns gray market practices in scarce goods and used cars, noting lack of legal recourse and the need for moral reform. It cites Eisenhower forecasts and Air Policy Commission concerns as evidence of a changing, atomic-age war era.
Wallace's Farmer weighs compulsory military training as a national safeguard and asks readers if conscription is the right path to protection. The piece argues for universal readiness and reflects public debate on national defense measures.
General Eisenhower, retiring as Army Chief of Staff, appeals to curb armaments with the same vigor used to stamp out plagues. He rejects the view war is inevitable and warns that another war could occur if nations fail to learn from past experiences.
The piece asserts belief that the socialistic Russian government alone could endure postwar outcomes while noting America’s century and a half of stability prior to learning of that system.
The old adage that one can live as cheaply as two has been disproven. It now takes two people to support one person’s living expenses in the current economy.
Plan a dedicated cleaning closet near the kitchen to store all supplies. A 2 by 2 foot space can hold vacuum attachments and mops, while larger homes may need 4 by 12 feet with corner shelves. The closet saves wear on equipment and reduces mess, with plans offered by Extension Service Ames.
Ben Jones and John Quint of Belmond escaped with shock and exposure after their car overturned near Belmond at about 6 30 am and slid into five feet of water. Both men swam free and were not seriously injured.
Vern Weld of Eagle Grove runs a mink farm with 13 males and 47 females shipped from Colorado last December. By May the herd should near 200. The mink diet includes fresh eggs liver chicken cereal horse meat and cod liver oil.
Near Scarville resident George Grunhoyd waded into mud to free his stuck vehicle. His dog surfaced a fox and the pair faced a fierce confrontation. Grunhoyd ultimately struck the fox on the head to end the fight.
Northwood incident as railway clerks discard mail causing sacks to spill under wheels. Vast quantity canceled and discarded in moments, disrupting delivery.
A column notes Monticello church danger sign as the building is torn down and laments rising sidewalk lawsuits in nearby Dubuque and Monticello. It recalls civic engagement, owl hoots over noise, and a faded sense of local civic duty with reflections on town life.
Iowa shows low unemployment among veterans as 5 940 receive 20 weekly readjustment allowances during the first week of March 1948 totaling 137 890 dollars. Since World War II about 94 000 of 300 000 veterans found work before claiming, with 5 467 remaining unemployed long enough for 52 weeks.
State Chairman Whitney Gilliland announced United States Senator William E. Jenner of Indiana will deliver the keynote at the Iowa Republican Presidential Delegate convention in Des Moines. Jenner, 39, a World War II veteran, aligns with a party push for younger leaders and veteran participation. Indiana Senator’s career includes service in the air corps and election to the U S Senate in 1944 to fill an unexpired term.
Gene Powell profiles Harry S. Truman and his climb to the presidency through the Kansas City machine of Tom Pendergast. The 177 page illustrated history, published by Hawthorn, cites 1934 as Truman’s Senate rise and Roosevelt’s VP selection. It argues Pendergast secured Truman via Kansas City wards, despite statewide defeats.
G A A girls hosted a Thursday night slumber party in the lunch room after basketball games. The revelry included cards ping pong and dancing with beds rearranged. Snacks flowed and stories were swapped before the early morning rise for school.
Monticello junior section traveled to Coggon for a speech contest where The Will of the Wisp was performed. Participants included Jean Hein Bernice Schmidt Betty Vernon and Maldean Dirks. Oelwein won first, Dubuque second, Monticello third. praise for Mr Henry and the group.
The Juniors hosted a sales party in the gym on March 9 from 7 30 to 10 30 pm, celebrating the winning team Shirley McCurdy. Marileigh Clark’s losing team provided the party as dancing and games followed by a 9 pm lunch for energy. Sponsors Mr Morf and Mr Cr am joined the festivities as plans for a seventh grade party move ahead with dancing games and refreshments.
Bob Lubben a senior and Class of 1948 member joined the naval reserve after leading the class as president and contributing as a manager on the football squad. Elfriede Behrens nicknamed Fritzie joined Monti High as a freshman and became National Honor Society, G.A.A., Philomonte and student body leader.
A school urges students to keep desks and walls clean and free of graffiti. It suggests daily desk scanning to identify scribbles and emphasizes student cooperation to maintain school property and pride.
Miss Nicoll's freshman homemaking class hosts a Thursday breakfast in the homemaking room with four-student groups inviting guests. The menu features milk, fruit and biscuits. Attending guests include Mr. Shannon, Mr. Mort, Miss Peck, Miss Nicolls, Miss Ory, Miss Humkers, Shover and Miss Odell.
The March Teen Age Book Club presents five pocket editions including Jalna by Mazo De La Roche about the Whiteoak family in Canada and Land Below the Wind by Agnes Newton Keith about early married life in North Borneo. Also featured are The Pocket Book of Verse, Destry Rides Again, Farmer Takes a Wife, and tales of Samo set and Uncle Timothy with promises of entertaining reading.
The third graders split into two teams led by captains Dean Rickels and Tommy Rhatigan. Each Friday after tests, ladders were colored to record points for the leading team, with Rhatigan's group finishing first. They attended a picnic in the loser's room as reward.
The eighth grade history skit marched on March 4 with Gilbert Hearn as Miss De feat. Richard Schone invited Miss Defeat to be his bride while Junior Reid read the ceremony. Har old Gottleaber and Dale Aldrich sang Too Fat Polka. Peggy Albers accompanied. Jean Hoult played Miss Victory and wed Monti to Jimmie Paulsen with Carol Harford as bridesmaid and Helen Marsh maid of honor. Donald McChristy and Larry Paulsen served as best men. Compliments to the class for a well performed skit.
F F A Chapter sold potatoes shipped on Monday March 15 and ne arly all ordered stock sold. Members earned small profits at noon selling candy and gum in the recreation room. Mr Magdefrou of Funk G Hybrid Corn Co Belle Plaine Iowa visited the agriculture class on Tuesday March 9 and presented a film on the story of corn and distributed educational materials.
Freshman English reading Treasure Island inspires pirates as a summer occupation idea. The piece notes Stevenson wrote with male characters in focus and concerns freshmen acting out key scenes, hoping readers won’t want to become ruthless pirates.
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