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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1935
Page
1
A sprawling compilation notes Mussolini’s fragile grip on Italy and shifting European opinion, sourcing Ravage’s Current History assessment of a debate over dictatorship. It also recalls Mark Twain’s 1874 prophecy of a U S monarchy and critiques present U S leadership and debt. The piece touches Jimmie Walker’s return to New York, Sioux City politics, and calls for government accountability amid debt, law, and potato news.
In Stafford Kansas the Courier notes editors and reporters often screen tips and press releases for true news. Many groups offer material that veers into propaganda or self promotion. Editors fear reader fatigue and risk of appearing unfriendly if too eager for questionable submissions.
Sioux City Journal reports Italian gains in East Africa and expected Ethiopian collapse as Mussolini presses toward conquest. League of Nations sanctions appear slow and divided, with France leaning pro Italian and Britain facing pressure to respond as Italy advances by November.
The Dubuque Telegraph-Herald notes Ted Allen of Alhambra California, the world champion, demonstrated remarkable horseshoe throwing tricks in New York City. He achieved three ringers and a stander in four tosses, two ringers with the stake lapbed, four ringers in a circle with arm length, plus precision stunts like knocking a bag and a cigar from the assistant.
The collapse of the WPA is discussed as a political issue and a long delayed program. Observers warn of slush fund perceptions and focus on timing of relief spending. The piece cites Davis Lawrence on inefficiencies and criticizes job creation in crowded regions and reliance on leaf-raking or boondoggling tactics from past relief programs.
Anamosa Eureka reports the Iowa attorney general notes rising parole numbers from 1931 to 1934 with 1934 nearly 50 percent higher than 1931. It shows inmates sent to penal institutions up 22 in two years and urges peace officers to be equipped with bullet proof vests. The piece asks if the general public should also have protection as paroles increase.
Amid complaints in the Independence Bulletin Journal, readers argue that state expenditures are raised through hidden taxes. They claim the government shifts tax costs to consumers, leaving citizens with fewer goods, such as paying more for fewer pork chops after the government takes a portion.
California Press Dispatch reports William Randolph Hearst denounces U.S. taxation as intolerable. He likens license to racketeering, says the treasury pressures residents to Com:acros or face a ride. He plans to leave California for New York and near San Simeon to wind down residence while keeping his cattle business.
The lesson of personal responsibility, not just in drinking but in all life activities, must be learned. When drivers learn it, accidents decline. when drinkers learn it, anti social results lessen. when youths choose honesty over dishonesty, petty crime stops growing into major crime. If individuals stop passing the buck for errors, society will better meet its present problems.
Spokane Spokesman quotes farmers arguing that cutting domestic production while foreign goods flood U S markets is counterproductive. They say curtailment must be paired with adequate tariffs to raise farm prices and shield American farmers from international competition.
The Spencer Reporter notes that liquor legalization has raised drunken driving incidents. The paper observes more visible inebriation now than under prohibition, when drinkers tended to stay concealed.
The Hauer business was imposed on the people of Town in a high handed manner. It is not then to be expected that the people, many of whom bitterly oppose state goer handling, are going to shed many tears because the state administration seems unable to control it without scandal.
Detroit reports on the idea of extracting freshwater and even trace gold from sea water. Thonming Midgley Jr, director of the American Chemical Society and VP of Ethyl Gasoline, says the possibility remains but emphasizes it is not commercially imminent. He notes the key issue is commercial extraction of water from sea water, with potential value similar to bromine in today’s market.
A wounded canary learns to reach a tree top despite a broken wing, while another kept in a sound proof cage imitates its species song. Dr Gustav Beckstein of the University of Cincinnati reports Pillie Burke’s case, noting how Room therapy and stair-like ladders helped the bird reach the table top and later ascend a stripped tree to perch at the top.
Norwich England report on Whately Carington’s examination of spiritist mediums in normal and trance states. Using a word association test to probe their mental state, he questions whether alleged controls are alternate personalities.
A concise note states that coinage or uses of silver require alloying with copper to gain strength. It explains sterling silver consists of about 92.5 percent silver and 7.5 percent copper, while pure silver alone is too soft for durable items.
Ambergris is a valuable fatty substance secreted by the intestines of the sperm whale. It is ash colored and traditionally used in perfumery.
Land records show multiple quitclaims and deeds in Jones and Story counties Iowa. Transfers include Roy R Jeffries admin James Inglis estate to Daniel Inglis. Gladys Holub Coleman and Leon J to Walter Holub. Francis G Hayes and Katherine A to Equitable Life. and others with parcels in sections 21 26 35 11 12 15 28 84 4 83 3. Considerations include $1.00 and adjustments, with railroad rights and highway boundaries noted. Federal and local trustees execute deeds amid tax and lien assurances.
The Cherokee Times notes that Democrats should back Kraschel to face the Republican nominee for U S senator, Dickinson or another candidate. Republicans doubt Dickinson's strength in his own state but agree he would beat Kraschel in a popular vote.
The Davenport Times laments a sharp rise in crime marked by extreme violence and questions whether leniency in law has weakened safeguards against dangerous offenders. The piece argues for stronger measures to curb depraved acts and protect public safety.
The district court of Jones county Iowa appoints the undersigned as executor of the estate of M J McNeilly deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the clerk within legal time. Debtors should pay immediately to avoid costs. Anamosa Iowa dated October 23 1935 Doxsee Doxsee Heiserman attorneys for the estate.
Final reports and applications for discharge of executors administrators guardians and trustees in Jones county estates have been filed. A final hearing is set for November 11 1935 before the district court of Jones county Iowa at Anamosa. The hearing allows interested parties to file exceptions and show cause why reports should not be approved.
State of Iowa Jones county district court issues notice that the last will and testament of John A Deischer, deceased, filed October 14 1935 will be probated November 12 1935 at 10 am. All interested persons may appear to show cause why probate should not be granted. Byerly clerk. Attorneys for the estate. 17-3
Mediate payment to the undersigned to avoid costs. Dated October 12 1935 at Anamosa Iowa. T J Gerdes is executor with Coxsee Coxsee and Heiserman as attorneys for the estate.
By order of the district court clerk a special execution was issued to Henry Eichhorn sheriff of Jones county Iowa. The Monticello State Bank sues Etta Chaloupka Joe Chaloupka A H Balster and Mrs A H Balster for 684.40 with 59.55 costs. One fourth of several sections totaling about 190 acres is levied. Property will be sold at public auction November 16 1935 at 9 a.m. in front of Anamosa Court House. Sale subject to redemption rights.
Dr George Albery of Monticello Iowa operates a combined veterinary surgery and dental office and hospital one block north of the post office. Calla staff answer day or night. Phone 174.
C F Shimanek Attorney at Law advertises general law practice with focus on estates settlement. Office located on second floor of Stwaler building Monticello Wisconsin.
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