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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1932
Page
1
The piece discusses farm surpluses and prices, temptations to urban gardeners, and criticism of Senator Brookhart’s political maneuvers. It critiques his letter to Henry Field and argues his nomination chances are weak, arguing urban plans ignore real farming conditions.
The piece discusses life annuity insurance as a long term saving device. It notes policies funded by annual premiums for twenty to forty years, with a monthly life stipend thereafter. It highlights benefits, option variety, and the potential return of paid premiums plus small interest if the insured dies early.
The piece notes rising discord within the Democratic camp as Governor Roosevelt and Ex-Governor Smith pursue the party’s direction. Smith remains eager for the presidency while Roosevelt faces doubts about securing two thirds at the national convention. Roosevelt’s Minnesota speech drew tepid reactions from some supporters.
The report notes shifting sentiment as Massachusetts selects Bimuith delegates and Pennsylvania nears a choice. Roosevelt’s open opposition by Smith faces obstruction, while the Massie case fuels debate about justice and personal action.
The article defends President Hoover's program as practical and flexible, noting four of six major bills passed by Congress align with it. It credits the plan with reducing bank failures and hoarding, restoring foreign confidence in the dollar, and boosting domestic confidence while resisting sensationalism.
The Boston Transcript quotes a harsh label for Senator Lester J. Dickinson as a "hell-raiser for agriculture" and notes his selection as temporary chairman and keynote at the national convention. It recalls his twelve years in the House as a leading advocate for farming and hints at his Senate future.
The text argues tariffs harm living standards and warns against worldwide tariff reductions. It contends no nation should justify tariffs to offset cheaper imports from others with lower wages. It calls for a disarmament conference where industrial nations renounce the weapon of price suppression and loss of human value.
The piece argues only a constitutional proposal to repeal or alter the Eighteenth Amendment has real legal standing. It dismisses calls for a popular referendum as political maneuvering to dodge the issue and shift responsibility away from candidates.
The article explains preserving eggs in water glass at low temperature keeps them usable for a year or more. This method makes the eggs nearly as good for cooking as fresh ones.
The guidance notes soaking moon flower and morning glory seeds in water for about 24 hours prior to planting to help germination.
The long article details a new toll free picturesque bridge over the Mississippi between Marquette and Prairie du Chien opening to traffic with daily car counts and a June 10 dedication. It also notes Leslie Harker of Ireton preserving 500 cigar bands from the US Cuba Mexico and Europe and Deputy Sheriff Harold Putnam's injury during destruction of seized liquor. A dentist Dr Fred Bracewell dies after an alcohol bottle explosion in Allerton Wayne County.
Grinnell in Poweshiek County gears for a Lanham Manufacturing yarn plant to spin 120000 pounds of wool into baseballs yarn. The Tennessee firm plans 23000 dollars of machinery and a local tannery, boosting Grinnell's wool demand and regional industry. Seven hens in Osceola reportedly lay seven eggs daily per poultry expert J R Puckett.
Skeptical neighbors doubt a prankster hid extra eggs in a nest but Mr Pocket remains confident his hens do all the credit. He notes two or three cases of hens laying two eggs in a day. In a separate note Darrell McAtee of Council Bluffs ate 15 hamburgers in four hours to claim a local hamburger championship, while a Marshalltown man previously ate 13. McAfee holds the title.
A 100 foot tower with a 25 by 12 foot base will be erected on the Heights near McGregor in a private venture. A telescope will be installed at the top accessed by an enclosed stairway and a fee will be charged for use.
Mr Bell urges creating ponds near Red Oak to support bass crappie sunfish pike and perch populations. Copies were sent to State Game Warden W E Albert and other commission members as sportsmen were asked to mail coupons to the Sun to push for a survey of suitable local sites.
Events include the wedding supper for Ralph Glass hosted by Andrew Glass in Castle Grove. Local visits feature Batchelders, Welters, and Johnsons in nearby towns with guests from Langworthy, Delhi, Hopkinton, Prairieburg, Scotch Grove, Cascade, and Buck Creek. Nettie Slauson’s death prompts Lou King’s Monticello trip.
Langworthy residents share weekend visits with Peoria and Monticello families. Langworthy Batchelder siblings attend Claude Batchelder's birthday near Wyoming. Prull brothers begin a new house project with artesian well water. Arlene Ann Arduser visits Purl Taylor home in Monticello. John Batchelder and Sand Springs guests join Batchelder party.
Frank Bell publisher of the Sun at Red Oak Montgomery county launches a vigorous campaign for conservation work under the state fish and game commission 25 year plan. He notes the vicinity lacks lakes suitable for game fish or duck shooting and urges reforestation reclaiming lakes and marshes and wildlife conservation.
State representative candidate on the Republican ticket announces run for office subject to voter approval at the primary. June 6, 41 9 Theo Martin Martelle Iowa.
The piece mocks a perfect wife Betsy whose calm, sunlit marriage collapses when her husband deserts claiming the union null. The note from Chicago News adds a geopolitical aside noting Britain’s four imperial representatives in Washington: Great Britain, Union of South Africa, Canada, and Irish Free State.
S M Hosford of Monticello Iowa announces as a Republican candidate for Jones county supervisor in the June primaries. He seeks the term starting January 1 1934 and asks for votes.
A candidate announces intention to run in the Republican June primary for the U S House of Representatives from the 2nd District. The filing signals campaign launches and district focus ahead of the primary.
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