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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1921
Page
3
The article discusses how prices are not fixed by cost of production alone. It cites Aaron Sapiro explaining prune growers price setting, considering supply and demand, advertising, price cuts, or losses to move crops. It argues society, not individuals, defines the equilibrium price that balances supply and demand long term.
The piece minces no words about a lady solicitor claimed to charm donors for a so called orphans home. It mocks her tearful approach and money driven appeal while noting real Iowa orphan asylums struggle to fund actual needs.
Debates center on possible early coal freight cuts. Buyers expect reductions, while railroads deny moves now and warn that wage and rate changes require time. Analysts note current rates may already overstate revenue effects and that delaying purchases risks higher coal costs.
Home economics at Tuwa State college shares a quick muffin method. Combine two cups flour four teaspoons baking powder half teaspoon salt one tablespoon sugar one tablespoon fat and one egg. Mix dry and wet ingredients then fold until batter forms.
A May to September bird, similar in size to a robin with gray satin plumage, known for a dual nature. It alternates between a refined song and cat like mewings, mocking gaze, and curious, sly behavior, with a legend of a gray cat transformed into a bird.
Sioux City Journal reports Dorothy Miller, the New York woman who offered to marry for $1000 to fund her mother’s operation, is charged as a fraud. The Miller family allegedly used a similar scheme while in Brooklyn, spoiling the cheerful story.
The ninth annual Journal of the American Medical Association survey shows typhoid death rates in 68 large U.S. cities with 273.5 million people averaging 3.7 per 100 000 in 1920, down from higher levels twenty years earlier. New York and Chicago rates are 2.4 and 1.1 respectively, linked to better water supply and vaccination.
Washington reports the Soviet government plans to reorganize the Russian navy amid broader questions on maritime principles. The move prompts discussion on how navigation doctrine could be affected.
The Los Angeles Times quotes a columnist noting a faction in the Senate exploited the Colombia aid issue as a pretext to strike at President Harding. The piece accuses the group of craving publicity and desiring powers they cannot obtain, railing at actions beyond their reach.
A fragment notes preference for archival posts and preservation methods, contrasting cren ote cer sotie and the rom post with Ap lit references. The terse line hints at ongoing discussions about standards and methodologies in historical preservation.
A British wife faced ten rigid commands imposed by her husband after his return from war. The rules, aiming to regulate household conduct like military orders, demanded weekly checks, daily expense records, strict order, no personal decisions, obedience, polite behavior, simple dress, and no frivolous outfits. The demand overwhelmed the wife, resulting in divorce secured by the husband.
The district court of Jones County issues a notice concerning the last will and testament of Fannie McLees filed April 28 1921. A June 6 1921 probate hearing is set at the June term to determine final proof and admission of the will. All interested parties may appear to show cause.
Public notice states the district court in Anamosa Iowa appoints Uris 2d day of Mays AJ Tee G Hutton administrator of the estate of William 4 Wh deceased. Creditors and those owing or owning estate must file claims or make payments with the clerk, sworn and within legal time, to be allowed or proved. Attorneys for the estate are Thoxsee.
Public notice declares Katherine Kasper appointed as executrix of Andrew Kasper's estate by the district court of Joftes county in Java. Creditors must file claims with the clerk, sworn and within legal time, and debtors must pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Monticello Java May 8, A. Dy. Lie.
Webster City Freeman Journal notes print paper costs remain over three times higher than in 1915, arguing current paper prices support stable wages despite wartime inflation and strong market demand.
In the 1921 June term of Jones County District Court Iowa Edwin v Darrow et al heirs and parties are named in a petition to quiet title to described real estate in several sections and townships. The plaintiff claims ownership in fee and adverse possession for more than 20 years with color of title and prays for a full title decree and removal of all clouds. Defendants are notified to appear by noon on the second day of the next June term or a default judgment will be entered.
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