12 May 1932
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1932
Page
1
A 1992 editorial from the Corn Belt-Dashes Journal addresses Congress and the nation. It argues governmental expenditures must be reduced and taxes cut to avoid harming national credit and employment, while criticizing lawmakers for seeking personal renomination over public duty.
A fragmented report describes Orin facing opposing candidates in a senatorial primary. He contends the opposition aims to block his nomination and critiques the party’s ticket, noting shared support for a Democratic treasurer and wary predictions of victory.
The article discusses currency debates and the impact of a depreciated dollar on gas and debt payments. It critiques arguments simulating honesty while warning the monetary standard may not be degraded. It also notes biographies of many Iowa Senate hopefuls.
A fragmented critique argues the state endures humiliation as leaders pursue personal desire. It claims the current system allows half baked aspirants to gain power without solid backing, undermining the electorate.
Report on the California results in the Democratic national convention race highlighting Garner’s Texas win over Smith amid Camden comments. Observers note the national contest tightens as Garner gains momentum and Roosevelts supporters react to the California outcome challenging the Smith coalition.
Voters confront a crowded primary ballot as candidates multiply to 858 in 1923 era coverage. The piece laments long ballots and urges wiser county selections to avoid needless clutter and influence from names and parties.
The readable fragments reference payments or passes tied to a person or group, with unclear names or dates. It hints at duties or reimbursements but lacks concrete details or outcomes.
The fragmentary text references a game or event, noting costs and talent or wage figures. It mentions a related schedule or outcome but lacks clear names, places, dates, or organizations to establish a concrete incident or result.
The fragment discusses political optimism around a candidate named Feng B Canciete and a claim that his nomination and election are vital for prosperity. It also mentions Atchison Globe noting available borrowing days and a cigarette and a match image, reflecting uncertain economic and political commentary.
Reports from Centerville to Albia describe traffic and beer laws ignored daily while a cafe waitress Mary Weller in Albia is attacked at work. An unknown man ordered food, spoke briefly, then departed as the weapon remains undisclosed and the motive unclear.
In Emmet county Estherville a runaway car struck a home after an accelerator jam. Jennings Lindholm 16 and two companions were aboard the vehicle which left the street near a sharp bend tearing up trees and fences before crashing into the E Adams residence. The incident follows a note about farmers and a new machine in VSS Oty rete. The report contrasts weather risk with agricultural progress and local incidents.
A car crashed into the Adams house next door causing the front wall to bulge and plaster to crack. Foundation blocks were thrown into the basement. shelves were smashed and the zinc covering of the furnace damaged. The car extended into the basement requiring removal of a front wheel. All occupants escaped injury. insurance covered the damage.
In response to demand International Harvester expands a crop price guaranty offer to include tractor operated machines. The guaranteed prices cover wheat corn and cotton with regional quotes and a credit option if market prices fall below the stated levels. The plan is promoted as evidence of faith in agricultural prosperity and price improvement.
Local church notices list services across multiple parishes including St Matthew’s Ev Lutheran St John’s Ev Lutheran Castle Grove St Joseph’s Catholic Church and nearby congregations. The notices invite worshippers to attend English German and Sunday services with masses catechism confessions and evening prayers.
At the May 7 eastern Town track meet, Wil lard Yeoman won the 220 yard hurdles and placed in the 100 yard dash and javelin. Loren Cramer took second in shot put. The 880 yard relay squad of Phelps, B Curtis, Bartlett, and Yeoman finished second. Yeoman and Phillips set records in throwing events and Yeoman tied for a tape in a 103 hundred. Miss Martha Meyer traveled to Des Moines for the state meet.
Margaret misspelled dispensary during a 1 30 to 3 15 spelling contest. Seniors await junior senior banquet while others prepare togsis. Hilda Ralster scored ten in arithmetic drills solving twenty problems in twenty minutes. Miss Mattocks seventh grade science pupils had a picnic. Rex Hodgson returned after a week of sickness. June Bollinger rejoins sch ool after scarlet fever. Richard McLaughlin left school after five months at Monicello. Third grade made a movie of Little Black Sambo. Gloria Durow entered kindergarten. The baby rock garden project finished. Cedar Rapids Town Livestock Marketing Corp office to consolidate with Des Moines branch. Sam G Thompson remains Cedar Rapids field man. Sprineville New Era editors are G G Schuknecht and L M Starht. Paper leased from L N Patten.
District court sessions begin Monday May 16 with multiple docket items across cases. Promissory notes and accounts feature in actions including Marshall County matters and receivership proceedings for Anamosa National Bank. Foreclosures and div orces listed among numerous civil actions and two political notices announce candidates for the Republican primary.
Prudential Insurance and Northwestern Mutual Life among parties in foreclosure actions including Frank A. Scott et al and D.C. Easterly. Monticello State Bank pursues foreclosure against Della Phelps. Public notice appears in Monticello Iowa.
A sequence of foreclosure and related suits appears, naming Equitable Life Insurance Co of Iowa against Harry Fairbanks and others, Katie A Sunday against Irvin Devoe, Federal Land Bank actions against Thelma Benson and Roy J Cooley, and John E Gable & Co against Charles Koranda in a mechanics lien context.
General practice physician Dr. L. J. Swift answered calls in city and country. Office located in the Burrichter building with phone number 236 listed for appointments.
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