Bricker to Speak in Des Moines on Agriculture Policy
Governor John W. Bricker, a leading Republican presidential hopeful, will address Des Moines tonight on Agriculture Today and Tomorrow. A 15 minute abstract will precede the talk at 6 45 pm over the Mutual network. He emphasizes U S world leadership and international cooperation.
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Iowa
John W. Bricker
Des Moines
Bricker
Dewey
New York
Cooperative Association of Nations
United States
Suggestions to Curb Juvenile Delinquency Highlighted
An insurance firm backs an educational film presenting ten actionable ideas to reduce juvenile delinquency. Key points include supervision of small children, community care centers when away, knowing companions, meeting neighbors, teaching respect for law and police as friend, fostering reading, library access, thrift via savings and war bonds, discovering home hobbies, and inviting friends home while parents meet teen dates to learn background.
Yankee From Olympus chronicles Holmes family legacy and justice
Catherine Drinker Bowen profiles Oliver Wendell Holmes and three generations from Abiel Holmes to Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr and Jr. The portrait links wealth philanthropy, Civil War trials, and the Supreme Court legacy, noting the judge’s gift of his fortune to the U.S. government and the family’s wit and scholarly influence.
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Oliver Wendell Holmes
Supreme Court
United States
Justice Holmes
Olympus
Catherine Drinker Bowen
Henry Seidel Canby
Abiel Holmes
Cambridge
America
England
Oliver Wendell
Boston
Washington blowup boosts congress prestige in brief
Across several papers editors remark the current Washington turmoil elevates congressional standing. Observers note the shift signals potential limits on executive power and a new political balance amid evolving debate.
Iowa Poll Shows Broad views on Administration Agriculture Attitude
The Iowa Poll surveys Iowans on government stance toward small and large business labor and farming. Results show a 70 percent overall approval of the national administration with 49 percent saying farmers were treated about right and 21 percent finding it too friendly to farmers.
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Iowa
Dog Tag Aids Marines In Death And Injury Care
The dog tag is a small metal disc worn by Marines at all times. It records name serial number date of last inoculation and religious faith. It helps identify the wounded and ensures family notification and prompt insurance payment.
Parental Involvement Encouraged In School Programs
The guidance urges frequent check-ins with teachers about boys and girls attendance, attitude, and progress. It recommends joining the local Parent-Teacher Association, attending meetings, and actively participating in programs. It also advocates religious attendance and setting a good example by accompanying children to services.
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Parent
Time Flies in Monticello News Highlights May 1919
Monticello reports include a May 9 scout court of honor led by Gordon York James Hicks Harold Yeoman and Royal Rodman and a 60th wedding anniversary for Mayor James Voorhees. Local births deaths lightning strikes contracts and barn fires fill community updates.
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France
Richard Wismeier
Henry Wismeiier
Richland Township
F. D. Slauson
Frank Jacque
Nellie Hubbard
F. W. Eklund
Waterloo
James A. Voorhees
August Schatz
Monticello
David Farrell
The Long Road To Responsible Adulthood For Youth
The article contrasts the long road to success with youth pursuing near term rewards through Scouts 4 H Clubs band practice and contests. It highlights recreation centers fundraising school work and part time programs that give youth a sense of usefulness and responsibility led by visiting teachers and capable social service leaders in many towns.
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Iowa
Sand Springs Eighth Grade County Tests Reported
The Sand Springs eighth grade pupils Lila Mae Heimas Phyllis Cox Betty Lou Craig and Dorothy Lee Behrends took county tests last Monday while other pupils were excused due to illness. Local notes include visits from Mr and Mrs John Blaker and Mr and Mrs Howard Craig. Sgt Augustine Kirby recently visited Sand Spring before returning to Clinton for medical care after service in Italy. 4-H News reports the Snappy Susan girls group meeting at George Turnis home with yeast lesson and confirms two active 4-H groups in South Fork township now totaling twelve girls.
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Sand Springs
Sand Spring
Lila Mae Heimas
Phyllis Cox
Betty Lou Craig
Dorothy Lee Behrends
John Blaker
Colesburg
Tony Schmidt
Des Moines
Veterans Hospital
Howard Craig
Garber
Augustine Kirby
States
Italy
Kirby
Clinton
George Turnis
Irene Runkle
Manchester
Lawrence Gienapp
Delaware County
4-H
Lila Mae Helms
Georgene Turnis
Joyce Slauson
Barbara Lang
Ruth Glant
Laura Mae Feltes
Marlene DeShaw
Betty Dunlap
Harold Wilson
Zona
Amber Wilson
Delhi
South Fork Township
South Fork Haymakers
South Fork Snappy Susans
Navy Rule Requires Flag Hoisted Before Firing
All US warships must display the national flag before firing in battle. Submarines surfacing to engage must hoist the ensign prior to using a deck gun.
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United States Navy
Discouraged Youth urged to travel road with support
A call to action for youths to persevere with help from parents schools and communities. The message emphasizes collective responsibility to guide young people mile by mile along a challenging path.
Senior Class Play The Late Christopher Bean May 10
The senior class will present The Late Christopher Bean by Sidney Howard on May 19 in the high school auditorium. The 1932 classic centers on the memory of an artist Christopher Bean and the Haggett family as two visitors seek valuable paintings, sparking comic turmoil.
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Christopher Bean
Sidney Howard
New England
Abby
Haggett
Bean
Aallant
Rosen
New York
Bill
Doctor Haggett
America
Monti Calendar Highlights May Events
May events include Junior-Senior Banquet May 19 and Senior Class Play The Late Christopher Bean May 21. Baccalaureate Services at Congregational Church May 28. Class Day May 24 and Senior Picnic May 26 precede Graduation Exercises and Alumni Banquet on May 26.
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Christopher Bean
Congregational Church
Senior Girls Guests At a May Day Party
The senior girls of public and parochial schools were entertained by the Business and Professional Women's club at a May breakfast on Sunday May 7. Afterward Mary Coxsee, newly elected BPW president, welcomed and congratulated the girls. Bethel Merrill read "The Waltz" by Dorothy Thomas, followed by group singing. The junior class remark notes the seasonal shift in thoughts of love.
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Business and Professional Women’s Club
B.P.W
Mary Coxsee
Bethel Merrill
Dorothy Thomas
Kindergarten Visit and School News Highlights
Grades show varied programs with kindergartners visiting Bertha Kammmerman who has a broken leg. Second graders learn to tell time and use rulers. Junior Red Cross officers elected. spelling winners named. third graders publish a weekly newspaper. fourth graders study birds. fifth graders create spring posters and poems. geography topics span Canada to the Balkans. high arithmetic honors awarded to Beverly Hanken and Joan Ireland.
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Bertha Kammerman
Red Cross Club
King
Ronnie Behrends
Paul Bohlken
Roger Hearn
Janice Podhaski
Carol Smith
Patty Smith
Linda Hargrave
Paul Bartels
Bruce Appleby
Lorna Lehmann
Dick Eggers
Julie DeShaw
Canada
Mexico
Balkan Peninsula
Greece
Beverly Hanken
Joan Ireland
Faculty Dinner Honors Monti High Officials
Mr. and Mrs. Grimes and Mr. and Mrs. Shannon hosted a faculty dinner in the homemaking rooms Friday. A program followed with rumors of Syncopation Club performances. The group presented a farewell mirror to Mr. Grimes for his years as superintendent.
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Grimes
Shannon
Monti High
Stocking Thread Mend Seen In Vintage Work
Silk stocking runs are repaired with a raveled thread from discarded stockings. The mend is nearly invisible and the thread proves more durable than ordinary sewing thread.
Latin Week Play At Monti High Presented By Classes
Monti High Latin classes staged a Friday assembly in observance of Latin week. Two skits aired the plot of a boy resisting Latin and later accepting it, and a “Blackout in Hades” satire on Axis leaders and Pluto. Marilee Matthiessen and Janis Grimes sang between acts under Miss Marian MacKenzie.
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Monti High
Bob
Hades
Pluto
Underworld
Marilee Matthiessen
Janis Grimes
Miss Marian MacKenzie
Monticello boys place at Eastern Iowa meet at Mount Vernon
Gap Thirteen boys from Monticello competed in the Eastern Iowa Conference outdoor meet on May 8 at Mount Vernon Cornell College track. Mount Vernon won with 58 percent of points, University High followed with 86 percent, West Branch third with 32 points. Monticello scored 22 points, West Liberty 16, Tipton 14. Monticello event results include LaVern Rickers first in high jump and quarter mile relay, Cal Thompson first in discus and third in football throw, Bill Kiburz fourth in broad jump, Paul Messerli fourth in mile and in relays, with mile relay third. Also listed are Rickers third in 440 and 220 dashes, Corbin fourth in 440 and high hurdles, Messerli third in mile and fourth in half mile, Thompson third.
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Monticello
LaVern Rickers
Cal Thompson
Bill Kiburz
Paul Messerli
Marion
Bill Corbin
Paul Messeris
Mexico Theme Guides Monti High Jr-Sr Banquet
The Monti High junior and senior banquet followed a Mexico theme in the Community building. Decorations featured a patio and hacienda stage, wall murals, miniature place cards and sombrero nut cups. Toasts honored Mexican cities with performances by Marilee Matthiessen and Janis Grimes, then dancing with Gus Herman's orchestra.
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Mexico
Monti High
Richard Bonwell
C. J. Matthiessen
Marilee Matthiessen
Philomonte Staff Featured in OWI Propaganda Publication
An OWI photographer captured Philomonte staff at work for next week's issue to illustrate democracy in action. The images, paired with Monticello scenes, aim to show allied and neutral nations a vision of American life during wartime.
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Europe
Philomonte
Office of War Information
OWI
U.S.A
Monticello
America
Indigeys Relay Team Secures Fourth in 680 Event
The Indigeys relay squad finished fourth in the 680 yard relay. Placed fourth alongside teammates in a close race, the foursome showcased steady split times and team cohesion.
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Indigeys
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