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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1928
Page
1
The Monticello Express notes rapid consolidations among electric light companies, predicting fewer, larger firms and stricter rate regulation. It draws a parallel with railroad consolidation and cites Senator Cummins' work, then comments on rising heart disease and lifestyle, and closes with a tempering forecast on upcoming presidential politics.
State engineers report ten months of Cedar River sampling show water between La Porte and Columbus Junction unfit for drinking. Below Cedar Rapids odors and nuisance persist as cities dump sewage and industry refuse into streams. Call for mandatory sewage purification to restore beauty, cleanliness, and usability of Iowa rivers.
Jones county gave overwhelming support to pave primary roads funded by gasoline taxes. The legislature backed a statewide bond plan to speed road construction and honor existing county bonds. Republicans who favor good roads should back Governor Hammill in the primary to avoid opposition to progress.
The text argues the invasion of China by Japan is distressing to pacifists, asserting Japan claims to protect its citizens. It states Japan was forbearing and that no further action was deemed necessary after Chinese forces began killing Japanese residents.
The plan to reorganize the year into thirteen months is likely to satisfy landlords who may benefit from altered rental cycles and longer pricing periods. The idea, if adopted, could affect rents and lease terms across urban areas.
Don L. Wherry of Wyoming argues in the Des Moines Register that driving on paved roads saves fuel wear and depreciation. He says the key issue in the June 4 Republican primary is approving a $100 million state road bond to pave primary roads, backing Governor Hammill as the only Republican candidate favoring the bond. He contends a big Hammill win would secure passage at the November election.
The piece contrasts Harlan Republicans Lars J. Skromme and M. L. Bowman as bank guarantee advocates and warns that such policies could weaken banks through debt borrowing. It argues against them, praising Governor Hammil as a responsible businessman who pays debts and runs farms profitably.
A Pontiac Michigan boy is reported missing and believed kidnapped. His father offers 5000 dollars for the return and says he will mortgage his future if needed to bring his son home safe and sound. The piece reflects on parental concern and the gravity of kidnapping.
Missouri plans a fall vote on a 75 million state highway bond via initiative petition. A prior 60 million bond funded extensive road improvements and paving. Supporters say license and gas taxes stay the same either way, and passage would speed up new roads by 1934.
The New York World notes Churchill's plan to tax gasoline by about 8 cents a gallon, a level not seen in most U S states. The Omaha World-Herald mocks candidates promising low office costs, suggesting voters will watch spending.
A lengthy poem depicts relentless farm work from dawn to night. It contrasts hours of toil with changing weather and looming frost. The speaker stresses endless planting, fencing, harvesting and milking, ending with a bleak line about collapsing in the snow.
Dr Roy L Smith argues atmosphere makes a home not furniture or design. He contrasts polished interiors with a lived-in scene showing warmth, kindness, humor and faith as essential elements of home atmosphere.
The piece praises swift passage of flood relief in the House saving millions versus Senate and House bills. It notes concessions on liability and levee costs, credits 91 dissenters for enabling the bill, and critiques Senate investigations of presidential candidates. It argues for a strong American merchant marine to export farm and forest goods by American-flag ships.
The measure centers on distasteful subsidies to back loans for ship builders and operators via a revolving fund. It sets a minimum interest rate tied to government borrowing and includes more liberal mail contracts. The proposals imitate England and other maritime nations in supporting sea commerce.
The clippings compile witty remarks about economic habits fashion and gender roles. The quotes reference easy payments dressmaking makeup makeup culture New Zealand per capita wealth and the role of women in Mexican campaigns.
The piece notes a farmer opposing a new paved road passing his land, while road builders and locals praise the improvement. It says the highway increases his farm value by at least $25 per acre and costs him no property tax, yet he cannot appreciate the benefit, defining the situation as incomprehensible.
Secretary of State Ed M. Smith laments that nomination papers do not deter cranks nuts or unfit candidates from appearing on ballots. He notes that even in final filing days the process fails to keep names off state primary ballots, questioning the system's effectiveness.
Mrs Kent whispers of a burglar while her grocer husband vows to investigate downstairs. The exchange hints at a local girl bandit stereotype as Davenport stories mix with a political note urging vigilance for road policy outcomes in Iowa.
Anamosa Iowa May 1 1928 board of supervisors met at 9 00 a m adjourned meeting brief hearing on proposed gravel road projects Monticello Ons low Stone City and Morley road lengths with estimated cost of 20950 and 28 bids opened at 2 00 p m from Bumgardner Schroeder Danes Dahl Hurst and others awarded contracts for projects 6 G and 7 G with private bid for 5 6 Anamosa Prairieburg road rejected and re bid to Bumgardner Schroeder. Nominations and election judges named for June 4 1928 primary.
On motion the board adjourned to 9:00 a.m. Friday May 4 1928 in Anamosa Iowa. County engineer reports road right of way needs in Scotch Grove and Oxford townships. Condemnation proceedings ordered with appraisers named J W Conmey. A June 6 1928 hearing set for land viewed.
Notice to interested parties that J. W. Conmey is appointed as one of the appraisers to view land for the drainage project. Hearing on condemnation set for 3:00 pm Wednesday June 6 1928. Resolution of Olin Drainage District notes petition filed February 9 1928 with Jones County Iowa board of supervisors to establish a drainage district to relieve flood conditions near Olin.
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