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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1965
Page
5
An unsigned Hazleton Iowa card mocks a Washington incident involving Congressman John Culver. The Monticello Express notes its policy on anonymous submissions but acknowledges the amusing piece and the newspaper’s light treatment of political mischief.
A spoof immunity certificate claims Iowa's 2nd District constituent gains full immunity in Washington DC for supposed incidents. It playful text jokes about interactions with peace officers and includes nonsensical caveats and a prompt to contact a congressman.
A reprinted Marceline editorial urges active civic participation advising residents to attend meetings support taxes and local services, respect public institutions, back local media, resist rumors, and maintain hopeful view of community progress. The piece mocks cynicism and urges constructive engagement rather than withdrawal.
A fragment notes support for a union shop in Iowa with remarks on a stiff price for union backing in the last election. The text implies a political bargain or pressure surrounding union influence and electoral outcomes.
Oxford Junction events span May 15 through May 28 with junior senior banquet at the elementary, prom at the high school gym with the Dela Rays, Alumni banquet May 22, Baccalaureate May 23, and Commencement May 27. Thirty one seniors graduate, plus 35 eighth graders. William Steadman of Cedar Rapids will speak. WSCS and Home Arts Club notes follow with local moves and hospital visits.
Onslow Altrurian club members met with co hosts Ruth Holst Pauline Antons and Carol Hanwardsen. A garden hint was given and a Federation flash by Carol Reid. Guests included Mr and Mrs Joe Legg and others. A gift was given to Ruth Heisey who resigns to move to Des Moines. The club will recess for summer.
The Monticello Express serves Monticello and Jones County as the weekly official newspaper. It is established 1865 and entered as second class mail matter in Monticello. Subscription rates are listed for local and national readers with servicemen pricing.
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