First Lyceum Course Opens with Smith Spring Holmes Quintet
Monticello opens its annual lyceum course Friday November 7 in the new public school auditorium. The Smith Spring Holmes orchestral quintet performs a varied program featuring Clay Smith, Cayla May Spring, Lotus F. Spring, Thelma Thrasher, and other artists. Tickets for the four numbers cost $2.00 and profits support public schools.
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Monticello
Smith-Spring-Holmes
Clay Smith
G. . Jfolmies
Cayla May Spring
Lotus F. Spring
Thelma Thisher
Messrs. Smith
Holme Rachmaninoff - Holmes
Smith Clay Smith
Adams Coyla
Soilo
Raudegger
Thelma Thrasher
Stott, Smith Coyla
Lotus I
Messia
South and Tolmes
Ensemble
John H. Fraser
Holmes
Fort Dodge Gypsum Plant Builds U S Homes and Farms
The Fort Dodge United States Gypsum company plant supplies gypsum wallboard Sheetrock and exterior sheathing used nationwide for fireproof insulation and decorative walls. Its products serve both urban homes and farms in Iowa, addressing wood shortages and rising building standards.
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Northwest
Fort Dodge
Towa
Sioux City Jouron Quote Bundle
A collection of aphorisms on pride, self respect, love, truth, and deception. The speaker questions how self knowledge shapes behavior and how forgiveness can be used or misused in relationships. The quotes critique vanity, honesty, and human frailty with a mordant, wry tone.
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Sioux City
Jouron
Voting access under restriction proposed by Boone
A Boone editorial argues that limiting voting rights is the most effective way to prevent participation. It contends broad access encourages turnout and questions the legitimacy of collective ballots.
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Boone
Northeastern Iowa Dominates National Dairy Exposition
Northeastern Iowa creameries from Volga City Rockwell Tripoli Northwood Garner and Osage swept all prizes at Milwaukee s National Dairy Exposition. Prof Mortenson of Iowa State College credits climate soil and German and Scandinavian heritage for the region s strong dairy performance.
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Iowa
Milwaukee
Gere
Volga City
Rockwell
Tripoli
Northwood
Garner
Osage
United States
M. Mortenson
Iowa State Coallege
Narthans
College Dairy Department
Watch stored seed corn for grain moth damage this season
Seed corn should be watched over the coming weeks for Angoumois grain moth damage. Dr. Carl Drake of Iowa State College recommends carbon bisulphide fumigation in airtight containers, noting proper temperature, spacing, and fire precautions to kill larvae before germ destruction.
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Angoumois
Carl Drake
Iowa State College
Cribbing the Soft Corn Ventilators and Salting Tips
Guidance from Iowa State College extension recommends sorting poor ears and husking, using A shaped ventilators 18 to 30 inches wide and five to six feet high, placed along the crib length with open ends for air flow. Artificial drying costs vary from one to six cents per bushel depending on moisture and weather, and salting at 30 pounds per 40 bushel load slows heating and mold during drying.
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Extension Service
Iowa State College
Money in Elections
The article argues there is no vote buying or general corruption in elections, noting funds mainly cover printing, mailing literature, and campaign speakers. It warns against feeding swine dead fowls and mentions tuberculosis risks in feed lots with cattle.
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Council
Voters misinformed on candidates amid protest vote
The Sioux City Journal notes many will vote to protest government conditions without knowing what the struggle means or what each candidate stands for. An example from the Midwest shows a banker learning a voter will support "Lafayette" without naming the candidate or platform. The piece urges better voter education and informed choices.
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Sioux City Journal
Middle West
Lafayette
la Follette
Notice of Estate Appointment and Claims Filing
Public notice that the district court of Jones county Iowa has appointed and commissioned A L Oltmanns as executor of John Gates Oltmanns deceased. All claimants must file sworn claims with the court clerk within the legal period. Executors request immediate payment from estate debtors to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa October 23 1924. HL Reed Attorney for Estate Iowa.
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Marcutor
District Court
Jones County
Towa
John Gates Olimins
Anamosa
Ald
Oltmanns
Ir HL Reed
Iowa
Soticeh
Lena
Andrew Florin
A.bc
J. J. Locher
J. J. Loeber
Notice of Final Reports in Jones County Estates
Final reports of executors administrators guardians and trustees in Jones County estates filed with the district court clerk. A final hearing is set for November 24, 1922 to approve reports including Julie J. Drinkwater as executrix of Charlotte J. Stedman deceased. Court date and appearance details provided by Clerk B. Rens and Deputy Cela Havlik.
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Julie J. Drinkwater
Charlotte J. Stedman
Anamosa
Jaws
A Rens
Jones Co
Cela Havlik
Executor's Notice in Jones County Probate
Executor J J Loeber announces probate notices for the estate of Andrew Florin deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the court clerk within the statutory period. debtors should promptly settle amounts due to the undersigned executor J J Loeber.
Notice of Application to Sell Real Estate in Jones County
In the Iowa district court of Jones County the estate of Frances Thompson deceased seeks court authority to sell real property Lot numbers 242 243 286 297 288 and 239 in Railroad addition to Monticello to pay debts. Proceedings set for 1 p m November 25 1924 at the courthouse Anamosa Iowa.
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District Court
State of
Iowa
Jones County
Frances Thompson
Edna B. Wharton
Fred Wharton
Edith M. Robertson
Hugh Robertson
Frank R. Thompson
Leah Thompson
FB. R. Thompson
Monticello
Anamosa
R. Thompson
Doxser
Doxseer
Notice of Probate of Will in Jones County Iowa
District court in Jones County Iowa informs all interested parties that a document claimed to be the last will of Fred J Himes has been filed and set for final probate at the November term with a hearing for reasons why it should not be admitted to probate J J Locher is the attorney for the estate.
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State of Iowa
Jones County
Fred J. Himes
Said
A. D. Toad
Monticello
Famous Fort Series Reveals 360 Years of American History
A new Express feature by Elmo Scott Watson titled Famous Forts of History begins in the next issue. It promises vivid portraits of frontier forts, wars, society life, and historic figures with intrigue and romance, while noting the series will cover 360 years of events and milestones.
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Elmo Scott Watson
the Express
Roosevelt Progressives urge Coolidge vote over La Follette
A 1912 Roosevelt Progressive manifesto signed by 53 Bull Moosers urged voting for Calvin Coolidge, denouncing La Follette as a major enemy of democracy. The statement claimed Roosevelt would back Coolidge and warned La Follette’s extremism harms American institutions. Also lists last weekend college football scores from Town games.
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Roosevelt
Coolidge
Theodore Roosevelt
la Follette
la Follett
Calvin Coolidge
The Printer and Our Delays in Publishing
A reflective verse about blaming the printer for errors and delays. It laments rushing proofs and the printer’s limited time and sight, noting misread hieroglyphics and the relief when the job finally arrives. The piece ends with humor about overcharges and printing costs.
Davis downplays La Follette doctrines in speeches
John W. Davis continues to minimize perceived danger from La Follette doctrines in his public addresses. The movement is described as not dangerous to Davis and even helpful to him, though the country’s view remains unclear.
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Kansas City
John W. Davis
Mr. Davis
Never Without Listeners, Davenport Times
A civic column notes that demagogues seek crowds and audiences, stressing that a loud voice seeks attention and can influence public opinion. The piece reflects on public discourse and the responsibility of readers to seek accurate information.
Law Firm Ad for Probate Matters in Monticello Iowa
Attorneys at law offer general practice and estate settlement services for probate court. Located in the Lovell Block Monticello Iowa.
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Lovell Block
Monticello
Lows
Doxsee
Doxsee Attorneys At Law
G L Cropp Harness and Accessories AC a
G L Cropp Harness and Accessories advertises harnesses and related horse gear. The notice outlines available products and contact options for buyers.
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G. L. Cropp
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Terk District Court of Jones Co
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de Paul
North Dakota Age Gies
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Luther
Upper Iowa
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Simpsonm
Penn
Central
Tabor
Ulsworth
Waldorf
Orang Se
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H.W. Doxsee
Chias, A. Doxsey
Doxsee & Doxsee
Thomas Stimpson
Anamosa, Iowa
J. H. Fraser
M. D
Henry George
George Albery
I. V. Dautremont
Monticello Motor CO
Ford
Frank A. Locher
Central Lumber & Coal CO. Lumber and Building Supplies
Monticello Tire & Vulcanizing CO
Tire and Battery &Service
L. A. Iverson Furniture
A. J. H. McNeill General Hardware
Monticello State Bank
Wm. Schoon
Jones County Trust & Savings Bank
Anna E. Ehrisman
Quality Meals
Marshall & Marshall
GEO. Stahler’s Sons Co
CBS
Gildner Bros. & Pelton Clothing and Furnishings
Cross Hardware Coo
General Hardware and Electrical Supplies
E. C. Ricklefs Groceries
E. G. Burrichter Fine Shoes
Basil L. Confare
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