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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1937
Page
1
A letter criticizes government secrecy during wartime, questions President Roosevelt's debt policies, and predicts Congress clashes as Europe braces for conflict. It argues voters deserve transparency, laments debt growth, and discusses coal supply and job offers amid looming winter.
Bruce Barton pledges to repeal one law per day upon reaching Washington. He notes the hurdle that new dealers currently hold power and would resist repeal, requiring public action to overturn their influence.
The article discusses the March 1940 era tripartite pact among Germany Italy and Japan pledging anti communist unity. It argues the agreement strengthens Japan's push in China while Berlin and Rome seek rewards and possible future gains. It notes the Brussels conference seeks a peaceful end to China Japan clashes, with Japan facing little opposition beyond a poorly equipped China.
The obituary reflection notes J Ramsay MacDonald former British prime minister died at sea en route to South America seeking rest from arduous labor. It credits his rise to power as a milestone in labor politics and cites Lord Birkenhead’s remarks on a possible labor government and its tempered conservatism upon taking office.
In the Indianola Record the deny set shows only farmers who signed the 1937 conservation agreement qualify for loans. It notes 60 percent of Iowa farmers, 85 percent of New Hampshire farmers, and 50 percent of Indiana farmers are excluded, hinting at a push toward government farm management.
The Marshalltown Times-Republican reports 43 500 people receive age pensions while 7 112 additional applications for assistance are on file. Legislators miscalculated, estimating 6 000 would be eligible under the pension measure.
The Oskaloosa Herald recalls a frugal recluse who drank coffee from a saucer and lived simply. Despite crude manners his furniture was paid for and his cellar stayed well stocked at the start of winter.
The Statue of Liberty was unveiled 51 years ago as a gift from the Schoolchildren of France. Few tourists notice the small Paris model. A tourist’s quip about the statue recalls the torch bearing lady with humor from a globe trotting journey.
The Webster City Freeman Journal notes railroads plan to ask for higher passenger fares. It argues this would be a mistake since recent gains came from reduced fares, with passenger traffic up but likely to fall if prices rise.
The Hampton Chronicle notes that Democrats cannot defeat Senator Gillette over his stance against the court packing plan as it could win him votes. Defeat would stem from his perceived indifference to farm legislation.
Davenport Democrat notes market upswings and downswings reflect ongoing industry health, jobs, and consumer power. It argues ordinary traders risk loss in swings while planners blame leaders, and questions real aid to credit and buyers in Moville Mail quote “Your credit is good” as harmful.
The district court of Jones County Iowa appoints Olin R Howie as executor of James A Howie deceased. All claims must be filed with the court clerk sworn and timely. Creditors should promptly pay amounts owed to the estate. Anamosa Iowa dated November 3 1937. E W Brashaw attorney.
Fines reports and applications for discharge of administrators guardians and trustees in Jones county estates have been filed. A final hearing is set for November 22 1937 at 9 00 a m before the district court in Anamosa Iowa. Any interested party may appear file exceptions and show cause why reports should not be approved. Final report of F E Stimson administrator of the estate of Frank E Orcutt deceased. Dated November 8 1937. SEE BYERLY Clerk of the district court Jones county Iowa 212 By Julia Foarde deputy.
ExecutricesIsa C Harrington Mabel A Bramer Trena M Livingston announce letters probate in Jones County Iowa. All creditors must file claims with the district court clerk by required date to avoid costs. Located at Anamosa Iowa dated November 8 1937.
The document outlines the election schedule for officers of the German Mutual Fire Insurance Association of Monticello Iowa. It lists terms for President Treasurer Vice President and Secretary and specifies two trustees to serve on the auditing committee with staggered terms. It also names current directors and officers as of October 25 1937 and declares the private property of members not liable for the association's debts.
Notice of renewal of Articles of Incorporation for the German Mutual Fire Insurance Association of Monticello Iowa. Renewal terms extend twenty years from November 4 1937 with amended articles detailing the mutual assessm ent structure officers and board terms.
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