Ambitious self styled candidate linked to life policy allegations
Report highlights a controversial figure tied to claims of profiteering from life policies and an embalmed body accusation. The text notes political ambitions on a farmer labor ticket, with mentions of Governor Turner and state education board figures, implying a broader scandal in Des Moines and New York issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Smith
Amice
Carseep
Sessacter
Offee Smuth
Otee Smth
Vigorous Debate on Russia Policy Dominates
Ambiguous manuscript fragment hints at tension over Russia policy, with references to Otan and Mir Harty. Text is incomplete but suggests call for calm and scrutiny of stances. No clear events or outcomes can be confirmed from the readable lines.
Jim Reed Faces Unclear Scrutiny in Kansas City
A fragmentary report from Kansas City hints at legal pressures around Jim Reed, described in garbled terms as the town awaits clearer details. The text suggests rising tension and potential courtroom involvement.
Examination for Drivers in Dubuque
The Dubuque Telegraph Herald argues highway safety relies on drivers judgment and caution. It supports a state drivers license law and describes driver exams as routine with vision tests added to distinguish red green and amber at distance.
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Dubuque
Fragmented OCR Text Reflects Early 20th Century Political Debate
The readable portions discuss party dynamics and leadership in the early era, referencing the Republican and Democratic splits, figures like Grover Cleveland, and election context around 1912. It notes implications for governance, factionalism, and voter outcomes amid a turbulent party landscape.
Grim recall of political hubris and dire warnings
Fragmentary notes reflect a critic view of President Hoover and political leaders. The text hints at a belief that events have overridden leaders in the past two years and suggests the future insight lies with simple oracles rather than grand plans. A dismissive line about big results from small classified ads appears.
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Hoover
Books and Library News From Iowa Countryside
Iowa book news highlights rural library services with book trucks delivering to 96 stations, thanks to the Iowa Library Commission. It notes public libraries' events in New Hampton and Des Moines, broadcasts by libraries, and new titles by Ruth Suckow and Karl A. Bickel.
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Black Hawk
Mary Parmatee Liorarian
Black Hawk County
Waterloo
Iowa Library Commission
Iowa
Des Moines
Davenport
WHO
WOC
Towa State College
Ames
Clarwica
Real Estate Transfers Listed with Multiple County Deeds
A long list of real estate transfers and deeds recorded including Joann Retelsen and others transferring parcels in Varvel's addition to Mornniestra and Monti areas, with payments mostly one dollar. Listings show transfers among individuals and banks, with references to Smith's add Olin and Morley, and various sections, townships, and ranges. Several large transactions appear, including a $20 000 transfer and other sizable notes, plus trustee and sheriff deeds detailing tracts and exactions across Jones County areas.
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Joann Retelsen
Wilm Heielsen
Heimon
Varvel
Mornniestra
Ro Bone
Emma Ruof
John Muleshy
L. A. Andrew
Bankine
Farmers Savings Bank of
Joan O'Hara
Charles F. Smith
Illinois Bank & Trust
Frank Powelkaw
Co A & St P Ry Co
Ezinning
Public
Bessie
Paul Groth
Alfred Groth
Smith
Hammah von Roden
Olin
Emma Meineke
Matilda Cidorf
Abed Groth
Dike Smith
J. W. Conmey
Abner Merril Himball
John MO Petersen
S&c
AN. Burroughs
A. C. Burroughs
C. W. Evitts
Bik
Morley
C. H. Haesemerger
R.S. Kirkpatrick
Lorenzo T. Lorenzen
William Henak
Walter Shedek
Jones County
H. W. Stafford
Society of the Divine Word of Techny
E. Larby
Aioe
Thomas Broderson
Stuhler Brothers
C. D. Streeter
Lewis W. Scott
The Joy of Being an Editor Reflection
A satirical piece on the pressures of newspaper editing. The text laments mixed public judgments for printing jokes or serious content and the balance between originality and copying. It notes editors chase news while facing accusations of laziness or theft.
The Parade of the Living reference in journal history
A president of United Press discusses current issues in journalism and radio in the United States and abroad. The book cited, The Parade of the Living by John Hodgen Bradley Jr, ends with If man does not reach the moon it will be his own fault.
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United Press
United States
John Hodgen Bradley, Jr
Inside Information For The Busy Housewife
Busy housewife tips on laundry care and cooking include washing sheer curtains in a machine with a mesh bag, making a different hard sauce with brown sugar and orange rind, and conditioning leather with castor oil. Guidance emphasizes pleasant meals and pleasant dining for children and family cooing companionship.
The Right Mary Poem Ends in Composed Devotion
A poetic scene portrays Marys kneeling on the green as Gabriel selects a queen from Heaven. Only Mary of Nazareth tends a wounded bird, hears the angel, and names it Child of God, while others retreat to power or pride.
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Mary
God
Nazareth
Child of God
Claribel Weeks Avery
Poetry World
Humorous Fragments From Far Off Laughers
A collection of comic exchanges and quips including a bride and hubby over leftovers, a dentist joke about drawing teeth, affectionate nurse exchanges, and a witty line about long medical care. It showcases light vaudeville style humor from European sources such as Berlin Vienna and Vienna.
Executors Named for Anna M. Bohlken Estate in Iowa
Public notice announces P H Paulsen and Paul T Schuetz as executors appointed by the Jones County Iowa district court for the estate of Anna M Bohlken deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the court clerk within legal time, and debtors should pay the estate promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa February 21 1931 Coxsee Coxsee attorneys for the estate.
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Jones County
Iowa
Anna M. Bohlken
Anamosa
A. D
P. H. Paulsen
Paul T. Schuetz
Coxsee
District Court
State of
Anna Kathrina Brockens
Monticello
Public notice of Mabel Bader estate in Jones County
District court of Jones County Iowa notifies all claimants to file claims with the clerk sworn and timely. Creditors are asked to pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Monticello February 21 1931. R J Bone Administrator Doxsee Doxsee attorneys for the estate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Jones County
State of
Iowa
Mabel Bader
Monticello
A. D
R. J. Bone
Doxsee & Doxsee
Dominant Purpose of Legislature Critiqued by Council Bluffs Nonpareil
The council Bluffs Nonpareil argues the state assembly lacks a coherent plan and conducts hit and run actions. It claims the dominant aim is to tax the rich and those with the ability to pay.
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Council
Probate Notice in Jones County for Gundlach Will
District court in Jones County announces March term for final proof and probate of the purported will of F. B. Gundlach deceased filed February 28 1931. Interested parties may appear March 30 1931 at 10 o clock am to contest admission to probate. Warren Rees clerk.
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State of
Iowa
Jones County
F. B. Gundlach
Warren Rees
Clerk District Court
Jones Co
Notice of Amendment to Articles of Farmers Mutual Insurance
Farmers Mutual Insurance Association of Castle Grove Iowa announces amendment to its articles of incorporation adopted January 10 1931 at Monticello Jones County The change inserts rural churches and rural school houses into Article II restricting membership to farm owners and tenants with specified exceptions.
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Farmers’ Mutual Insurance Association
Castle Grove
Iowa
Monticello
Jones County
Association
Farmers Mutual Insurance Association of Castle Grove Iowa Formed
The articles of incorporation for Farmers' Mutual Insurance Association of Castle Grove Iowa include a provision insuring farm property rural churches schoolhouses and dwellings in towns or cities with fire protection within 100 feet of hazards. The resolution was signed acknowledged and recorded in Jones County Iowa and approved by the Iowa Department of Insurance. Dated March 4 1931 W F Hintz President H M Hosford Secretary
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Jones County
Iowa
Department of Insurance
State of
Farmers’ Mutual Insurance Association
Castle Grove
W. F. Hintz
M. Hosford
Hi-Bred corn outperforms on Iowa test plots and farms
In south central Iowa the Hi-Bred corn produced 69.7 bushels per acre in state yield test plots, while the best open pollinated variety yielded 57.3. In Jasper county 130 farmers reported Hi-Bred yielded 9.3 bushels per acre more than their own corn on their farms in 1930. Ask for circular and price.
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Iowa
Jasper County
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