19 May 1938
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1938
Page
1
Reformers advocate a guaranteed income for struggling U S families. A family of five earning under eighty dollars weekly could sustain basic decencies with aid while avoiding drastic cuts in spending. State and district officials weigh voluntary and compulsory income measures amid election quiet and agricultural policy debates.
In a reflective essay the author argues the United States endured two depressions in under eight years, with the current downturn labeled a recession. The piece analyzes the 1929 crash, wartime disruptions, global trade, and possible federal measures like a $400,000 pump priming fund tied to the November elections.
Claude E Wickard warns belt farmers must accept the new AAA or risk broad consequences, while defenders claim the bill’s viability hinges on government control. Meanwhile the Southern Methodist Church approves uniting with the Episcopal and Methodist churches to form a unified denomination, with a General Conference set within twelve months.
The reader criticizes the government for not destroying old worn automobiles clogging highways. The letter argues recent tradeoffs should include removing dangerous vehicles to reduce hazards on public roads and protect citizens.
An old editorial laments Americans in London official functions wearing long pants. It argues youth must mature into national norms and hints at social scorn for those who resist English attire. The piece mocks defiance of established society rules and urges conformity.
A reader voices frustration over corn allotment cards and wartime farming policy. They question shifts to beans and alfalfa, warning about price pressures, crop failure risks, and enforcement consequences. The letter cites tax concerns, potential sheriff involvement, and distrust of the policy’s impact on farmers.
The passage presents garbled statements attributed to Bay Liman Wittarr of Stanford University and Richard Byed. It discusses civilization, democracy, intellect, and city life with numerous misspellings and unclear meaning, reflecting a corrupted OCR text.
Fragmented notes from Philadelphia describe a public bulletin about President Ralpit stopping in Grand Rapids. The garbled text references self made men, education, and a scholar, with scattered quotes and personal remarks.
Fragmentary note discusses voters' temper and history, weighing a party's attempt to form a new organization. It argues the group will not endure long and may fade quickly as public sentiment shifts.
A detailed county record outlines land parcels in Jones county with references to deeds, exceptions, and measurements. It names several individuals and dates, mentions tract boundaries and exclusions, and notes a sale proposition with monetary amounts and dates.
A historical verse fragment portrays divine cleansing of creation with imagery of showers on high and a world washed clean. The speaker laments personal impurity and longs for spiritual purification as nature is described in vivid, symbolic terms.
The Belvern family reunion took place Sunday at the Rome of Wr and Mey Rhineberd Belgens. Picnic dinner served at noon. Guests included numerous family members and friends from Cedar Zaps, Chica, and nearby areas. Next Wayne Armemaires club gathering set for June.
Secretary Wallace blasts any chance of rebates on processing taxes between 1872 and 1996. Friction grows over who paid the tax with processors farmers or consumers named, the public debate centers on who bears the burden.
District court in Jones County Iowa warns interested parties that a paper purporting to be the will of Fred Matthiessen was filed May 17 1938 and set for probate June 13 1838 at 10:00 a.m. May term. The executor and attorneys request claims to be filed with the clerk within legal time.
The board reviewed a proposed contract policy requiring 5 percent monthly salary retention after July 18 until contract fulfillment, with forfeiture if broken. It listed next year's contract offers for staff including Bord Shannon 1900, Martha Meyer 1305, A F Walker 1800, Amney Wood 1200, Marie Kurtz 945, Ray Moore 1850, Huldah Peet 1125, Ruth Walter 945, Lyle McMulle 1600, Grace Bearles 990, Frances Jones 990, Adelaide Grey 1035, Ina Cruise 1035, Lois Smith 1125, Mary Stoddard 845, Geraldine Roberts 1125, John Brindley 1260. The meeting adjourned to May 8.
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