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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1939
Page
1
Weather bulletin warns drivers to expect heavy snowfall and icy roads this winter peak period. Officials note December and January are the most hazardous months with high fatality risks. urged precautions include reducing speeds and increasing following distances to prevent crashes.
Nonsensical OCR fragment shows garbled phrases about Germans, Netherlands, Belgium, and invasion fears. Mentions Winston, Alber, and era dialogue with vague references to political figures and European threat context.
A fragmented notice notes Monticello stores will stay closed Sundays. The text includes garbled phrases and scattered reflections but centers on a decision affecting local commerce and weekly hours. The source mentions a sermon context and general admonitions about behavior.
A fragmented classified style note discusses a supposed lost war against Hitler wandering in Whitehall. It reflects British unease about allies and enemies delaying action and fears of devastating weapons and a wider empire clash in Europe.
The article argues that poverty covers much of the nation with widespread need and deep dependence on public charity. It notes rising unemployment and the view that America remains the land of opportunity while many suffer and rely on aid during hard times.
Fragmentary text shows garbled phrases and mis OCRed words. The piece mentions a “mer” remark and scattered names, with no clear date place organization or events. It reads like a confused diary or puzzle fragment lacking coherent reportage or identifiable people or actions.
The readable segments describe odd phrases and unclear names, with no coherent event or identifiable entities. No concrete actions or outcomes can be determined from the fragment.
An extended social gathering hosted by Mr and Mrs Lonie Hever at their home to honor Mrs Haven on her birthday. Numerous families and guests from nearby towns attended including Haven, Monticelli, Saver, Bodiker, Boland, Dirks, Morrisser, Mann, Ganfeld, Herren Sander, and many others. A large family-style event featured conversations, meals, and multiple households as guests traveled from Cascade and Anamosa to attend. A note mentions a local water project pumping 1,000,000 gallons daily by December first.
The death of J W Doxsee of Monticello marks the passing of a pioneer editor and attorney. Admitted to the bar in 1875 he co founded Herrick and Doxsee and edited the Monticello Express for decades. He practiced law with his son Charles since 1915 and was known for integrity, humor, and steadfast community service.
J W Coxsee longtime attorney and publisher of the Monticello Express died at his home on Be Tuesday after a long life of public service. He was 82 and spent fifty six years in publishing and legal work shaping local affairs.
Hopkinton Leader reports J. W. Cox longtime publisher of The Monticello Express died Tuesday morning from a heart attack. Funeral services set for 10 a.m. tomorrow at the Methodist church in Monticello. Despite the son C. A. Doxsee supervising active management, the editorial policy remained with Cox. He was esteemed in journalism and regarded as a leading figure in Eastern Iowa.
J W Doxtsee, longtime dean of weekly news polishers in eastern Beat, passed away at his home in Moweelse. Funeral arrangements pending with Mount Vernon community leaders noting his editorial influence and dedication to local journalism.
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