31 May 1928
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1928
Page
1
A Monticello Express article reflects on common ground between Methodists and Presbyterians amid calls for church amalgamation. It also envisions Chicago 1933 World’s Fair potential despite changes since 1893 and notes political vetoes on farm relief and tariff shifts affecting various regions and groups.
The Washington Post notes that while Americans increasingly value good manners, a substantial number of parents still instruct their children with disrespectful language and attitudes, highlighting concerns about family communication and social norms.
Prof. C H Geiger told the Dubuque Rotary Club that U S intervention in Nicaragua stems from a 1907 Washington agreement. Marines are in Nicaragua to ensure fair elections, protect lives and property, and support peace and order, invited by the Nicaraguans themselves.
Kansas City Star notes the 1928 Blue Book of Southern Progress shows the South averages one million dollars weekly in new church construction. Editors defend the Bible Belt’s growth against Mencken’s territorial branding, citing sustained religious activity across the region.
The Atlantic News-Telegraph argues that Mr. Hoover supports measures benefiting all citizens yet has not overhyped friendship with farmers. It criticizes politicians who exploit farmer concerns only to gain votes rather than improving agricultural welfare.
The proposal aims to fund permanent roads across Iowa with a bond issue and retire debts from primary road funds. It envisions 1732 miles of paving and statewide reach, linking counties in a continuous farm to market road system.
The piece argues public ownership, including North Dakota state mill losses of 1 425 691 93 in 1927, San Francisco municipal rail losses, and Seattle streetcars failing payroll, show government control harms. It notes Europe trends away from state ownership and blames diffuse public interest as key cause.
The article summarizes Bureau of Home Economics guidance for washing silk items. Use lukewarm water and neutral soap, suds, squeeze and work in suds without twisting, rinse in same temperature water, squeeze and pat dry between towels, and dry quickly away from sun. Do not iron silk hose, crepe de chine needs a warm iron with cheesecloth, and pongee silk should be ironed dry to avoid spots.
J W Jannatin reports judgments on file in Water loo district court against Mr Bowman for loans from closed banks. Waterloo Bank and Trust Co owes 2500, Town State Bank Waterloo 13066.5B, Black Hawk National Bank 26916.21. Total judgments 42482.79, with fees and interest 43756.06.
The Sioux City Journal argues the state must reimburse and protect officials and witnesses who face threats or violence while performing duties. It contends public officials and jurors deserve state protection as crime prosecution relies on their safety. The piece urges legislative action to provide reparations and security.
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil reports the field for Dan Steck’s senate succession will include at least twenty candidates. The paper notes pacts and dense preconvention negotiations as hopefuls compete amid crowded, bustling activity.
Guidance stresses inoculating soybean seeds before field planting to boost nodulation and nitrogen fixation, improving early growth and yield potential. Experts advise using approved inoculants and following label directions for effective protection in initial seedings.
A string of humorous exchanges and short quips from old magazines. Dreamy talk of married life contrasts with engagement jests and light banter about crime waves and medical patience. A colored preacher uses a fiery ice cream image to illustrate hell.
A reflective meditation on seizing today and avoiding envy. The speaker extols beauty in ordinary lives, dismisses rumour as lies, and argues dignity as a shield against enemies. It urges resilience, nobility of character, and the wisdom to cope with change and absence of enemies.
The article explains that strawberry juice lacks enough pectin to gel and suggests adding pectin from apples or citrus or buying commercial pectin. If juice is low in acid, add a teaspoon of lemon juice per cup of juice to aid jelling and color. Instructions on making pectin are available from the USDA.
An old Jewish folk parable recounted by a rabbi to a rich miser asks what he sees in a window and a mirror. In the window he sees others, in the mirror only himself, as a silvered glass hides others and reveals self.
Ellen Richter notes Hungarian czardas movement echoes the Charleston with leg work knee slaps and similar distortions when graceful. Miss Nichter adds rhythm differences and mentions czardas in its simplest form resembles dance steps found in the Charleston.
In Biskra the Street of the Ouled Nails hosts dances at night in small cafes. Dancers wear colorful dresses with gold coins while audiences sit around on benches sipping mint tea. The spectacle, described in vivid terms, notes the peril they face as Owled Nails dancers are sometimes murdered for their gold.
Henry Wardleecher warned conceit as the most incurable disease of the human soul, yet timidity and modesty also block progress. The article contrasts ungrounded self-importance with honest appraisal of talents and urges bold effort to reach success.
United States Bureau of Chemistry reports that worn leather bindings deteriorate from exposure to sulfurous and acidic impurities. Back covers decline faster due to more light and impure air. preservation steps include storing away from contaminants and using protective finishes like tenot's foot and caster off.
The Nelson Column in Trafalgar Square cost £28,000 including the statue but excluding four lions added after completion. The lions’ long delivery tested public patience and sparked debate over their artistic merit with jokes about the lions at Northumberland House.
The forest of Arden lies less than three hours from London and inspired Shakespeare’s celebrated woodland scenes in A Midsummer Night's Dream. The great oaks where his fairies danced still shade the area, its atmosphere echoing in readers' minds as a hallowed landscape.
The article argues that body growth weight appetite fitness mood and even risk of crime and self harm are influenced by a mysterious revolution. It claims rhythmic natural law governs these varied human conditions and urges wide study of the phenomenon.
A good citizen is one who observes all laws and assists in enforcement. He is honest, loyal to home, friends and country, and works to promote the moral, intellectual and physical welfare of the people.
A biblical verse fragment from Ecclesiastes 12 12 warns that of making many books there is no end and that much study is a weariness to the flesh.
Editorial notes urge earlier retirement for military personnel to allow veterans to enjoy criticizing the service while still vigorous. The piece argues vigor remains for public discourse and suggests reform benefits both individuals and institutions.
A fragment notes a katydid as a major orange destroyer in California, describing it as one of the worst citrus pests and linking its menace to a nocturnal song. The readable text focuses on the insect's impact rather than broader context.
A saying highlights that there is no limit to how much good a person can achieve if they do not care who receives the credit. It emphasizes selfless action over personal recognition.
Household guidance covers leather care and quick kitchen tips. It describes polishing leather with a soft cloth and castor oil, and provides methods for preparing asparagus and various cherry desserts and preserves.
The Minneapolis Journal notes a light, gossip style item about author Sinclair Lewis reportedly divorcing and remarrying, with minimal factual detail and a casual tone.
The report notes last year’s direct packer purchases ran up costs well over a fi bondi million, underscoring a need for tighter budgeting and more efficient sourcing.
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