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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1940

Page

5

Local Man Sues For Four Thousand Four Hundred Sixty Four

Local man Willim G. Schoon sues Kate Breen and others in district court for 4464.13 plus seven percent interest from Oct 1 1940 on a promissory note secured by a chattel mortgage and seeks foreclosure if not paid. The report notes similar tax refund suits against Jones county by Equitable Life and Chicago and Northwestern.

Willim G. Schoon Kate Breen Iowa Equitable Life Jones County Chicago and Northwestern Railway Charles M. Thomson Supreme Court Anamosa Louis H. Cook Eeieceene M. W. O’rieley Albert Marek Anna Marek Citizens State Bank of Wyoming August Thomsen John Thomsen Meinhardt F. Thomsen

71 Students to Depart for School This Month

Monticello reports 71 local youths will leave for colleges and universities this month to pursue higher education. The list names students from Iowa institutions such as Iowa City and Ames, plus several other colleges, hospitals, and trade schools across the nation.

Montcello The Express Owever

Jones County Men Face Possible Draft Under Burke-Wadsworth Bill

Readable estimates place about 698 of Jones county men aged 21 to 31 at risk of compulsory military service if the Burke-Wadsworth bill becomes law. About 1,032 men would have dependents. 698 may be called in the first draft, with broader calls depending on wartime needs and Britain’s progress against Germany.

Jones County Congress Great Britain Germany Hitler

Funeral Held for Floyd Butler at Viola

Floyd Butler 44 died after a heart attack Tuesday afternoon in Mount Vernon where he ran the Vernon Inn. He had been in poor health for years. He is survived by his wife and son Kenneth. Mrs Butler’s maiden name was Gladys Matthiessen. Attendees from area included Mr and Mrs Will Adams Mrs Fred Matthiessen and Mrs C R Butler who traveled to Viola last Thursday.

Will Adams Fred Matthiessen C. R. Butler Viola Floyd Butler Mount Vernon Vernon Inn Kenneth Butler Gladys Matthiessen

Monticello Boys Take Motorcycle Trip to West Coast

Earl Null and Rhinehart Eggers, two local boys from Monticello, describe their cross country motorcycle journey through Minnesota Nebraska Colorado Utah Nevada and California. They note crops, ranches and desert towns, ride over Berthoud Pass, tour Yosemite and Sequoia groves, glimpse Lake Tahoe, and mention Army air base plans at Salt Lake City.

Earl Null Rhinehart Eggers California Minnesota Nebraska Colorado Cheyenne Wyoming Utah Nevada Towa Denver Berthoud Pass Rocky Mountains Salt Lake City United States Army Yosemite Natonal Park Sierras Visalia Calif Lake Tahoe Nate Pang

Slivken Closes Out Local Egg Business in Monticello

Slivken Meyer, eight years in Monticello produce, plans to move to Dubuque and start a similar plant there. He moved the Monticello operation to the High way garage basement and will send a local representative Pat Seehusen to collect produce for shipment to the Dubuque plant.

Meyer Slivken Monticello Dubuque Highway Pat Seehusen Mr. Slioken

Ed Luck Wins Farm Picnic Horseshoe Crown

Ed Luck of Monticello won the annual horseshoe pitching contest at the Farmers Mutual Creamery company picnic, defeating Harrison Lubben 50 41 in the final. Luck earned five dollars. Lubben took second, Fred Butschi third after beating P L Altman 25 22 in the consolation. Luck climbed from round 1 with a 25 11 win over G Moats then edged Ben Zumbrunnen 25 24 in round two, beat Bill Martin 29 23 in the quarterfinals, and defeated John Yossi 27 14 in the semifinal.

Ed Luck Monticello Farmers Mutua Creamery Company Luck Harrison Lubben Lubben Fred Butschi P. L. Altman G. Moats Ben Zumbrunnen Bill Martin John Yossi William H. Bens Arnold ‘Thaldcheeeee We Drexler Butgchi

New Cars Registered in Anamosa Area Report

County treasurer Don Ruhl lists new registrations this week including John Tyler Anamosa Ford Mino Zimmerman Olin Ford Ardis Swordes Wyoming Ford Maquoketa Valley Rural Electric Anamosa International Nellie Rummell Anamosa Chevrolet John Rowan Anamosa Chevrolet Herman Englehart Amber Dodge Claire Eggiman Langworthy Chevrolet Mrs E H Hoag Monticello Pontiac Rufus H Hanken Anamosa Chevrolet and accompanying relatives spent the weekend in Chicago with friends.

Don Ruhl John Tyler Anamosa Ford Mino Zimmerman Olin Ardis Swordes Wyoming Maquoketa Valley Rural Electric Cooperative International Nellie Rummell Chevrolet John Rowan Herman Englehart Amber Dodge Claire Eggiman Langworthy E. H. Hoag Monticello Pontiac Rufus H. Hanken

Local Creamery Picnic Draws 2250 Attendees

More than 2,250 farmers and business men filled the city park for the Farmers Mutual Creamery company picnic. Beef roast fed the crowd, with 1,200 pounds prepared. many other foods and beverages were consumed as the day included bands, games, and a prize drawing led by Fred Cramer and Roy Morey.

Farmers Mutual Creamery Company

James McAleer Called Tuesday in Monticello and Waterloo

James McAleer longtime Monticello merchant died September 3 at the Locher home in Monticello after a two year illness. Funeral Mass was held at Sacred Heart Church with burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery. He was born April 5 1882 in Linn County and married Fannie Locher September 24 1913. He operated a Monticello meat market and later was in business in Lisbon for 14 years before moving to Waterloo. He is survived by his wife three sisters and one brother with several nieces and nephews referenced.

James McAleer Monticello Mary Bertha Locher Mr. McAleer Sacred Heart Church A. L. Lorenz Sacred Heart Cemetery Linn County Mayme Henry Esther McAleer Detroit Mich Roy Henry Oo Island Neb Ote McAl Eer Westhope R .P John Michael James Haley Ellen Haley Castle Grove Township Frank McAleer Minnesota Ed Hahesy Bayard, Neb

Crowd of 2,250 fills the arena

The report notes a crowd of about 2,250 attendees filling the arena for the event. The turnout reflects strong local interest and community turnout for the occasion.

Registration of All Aliens Now Required in Monticello Area

Authorities announce a mandatory alien registration under a federal act. All aliens over 14 must register at Monticello post office or county seat offices from August 27 to December 26, with fingerprinting and required information. Penalties for noncompliance include fines up to 1000 dollars, imprisonment, or deportation.

Monticello Congress Hogan Iowa

Methodist Conference Urges Return Of Rev George Woodall

The Monticello Methodist church held its final conference of the year under District Superintendent Dr E T Gough. Reports showed active progress and higher attendance. A unanimous motion urged re appointment of Rev George Woodall for another year. Mrs E H Huibregtse elected lay delegate for Hamp ton conference. Plans announced for women’s reorganization under the new united church. A church conference will hear year end reports at supper this evening. Joe Takes and wife visited Ryan on Labor Day.

Monticello Methodist Church E. T. Gough Mount Vernon George Woodall E. H. Huibregtse Hampton New United Church

Badly Burned In An Accident Thursday

At the Herman Hoffman shop a gasoline flare caused severe burns to Herman Hoffman and his son Leonard while starting a tractor. Leonard was treated at McDonald hospital and returned home. The American Legion auxiliary planned a card party for September 26.

Herman Hoffman Herman Leonard Hoffman McDonald Hospital American Legion Auxiliary

Hospital Admit tances and Births Reported

The John McDonald hospital lists admissions including Mrs Agnes Donahue of Cascade who had a tonsillectomy yesterday and is recovering well. Also admitted are William Aldrich of Monticello and Archie Macomber of Cascade with a fractured leg, and Mrs Loretta Cashman of Monticello. New births include a son to Mr and Mrs Joseph McMullen of Cascade born Sept 2 a daughter to Mr and Mrs Victor Bollinger of Monticello born Aug 30 and a son to Mr and Mrs Herman Ament of Monticello.

John McDonald Hospital Agnes Donahue Cascade William Aldrich Monticello Archie Macomber Loretta Cashman Joseph McMullen Victor Bollinger Herman Ament

Stock Shipments During Past Week

The Milwaukee Railroad ran a stock special of ten cars to Marion this week. Those who bought stock were the Fagan Bros. and Aitchison Bros. On Labor day, the stock special included fourteen cars. George Rickels, Chris Reiter, Lawrence Burlage, John Welter, Clarence Kurt, P. N. Hosch, and Ed Reiter, bought stock. The specials that were run this week totaled 28 cars of stock in, and 18 cars out. Dr. and Mrs. C. C. Accola spent the weekend in the home of Rudy Winkler and his wife after returning from a southwest trip visiting Catalina Island and Carlsbad Caverns.

Milwaukee Railroad Marion Fagan Bros Aitchison Bros George Rickels Chris Reiter Lawrence Burlage John Welter Clarence Kurt P. N. Hosch Ed Reiter U.S Ray George Ray Fairbanks George Manternach Fred Harken Joe Kenneally C. C. Accola Des Moines Rudy Winkler Catalina Island Carlsbad Caverns St. Louis Accola Chiropractic Convention of Basic Technicians

Monticello School Enrollment Sets New Records

The Monticello public schools open the 1940-44 year with 556 total students, a rise of 11 from last year. Seventh through twelfth grades enroll 336, including 246 in high school. 120 tuition pupils and several postgraduates join classes, with more potential registrants anticipated.

Monticello Grimes Marvin Schoon Ruth Roberts Ruth Richardson Virginia Wright Jane Bender Eileen Appleby CCC

Bandit robs Carl Egger's station in daring hold up

An unmasked bandit with a companion robbed Carl Egger, manager of a Phillips gas station, of $10 just before closing. The duo fled in a green Ford or Mercury, possibly tied to a stolen car spotted in Dubuque. Egger described the bandit, about 30, 5 feet 10, 155 pounds, who warned him not to warn anyone. He collected cash from the register leaving coins and pennies. A wife and kids warning was issued as the robber escaped. Mr and Mrs George Peters of West Chicago visited Monticello friends during a weekend trip.

Carl Egger Phillips Highway 161 Carl Egger Dubuque

American Legion to Install New Officers

Second District Commander Earl DeShaw will supervise the installation of the new officers for the ensuing year. A full attendance is desired.

American Legion Earl DeShaw

Premium Checks Available at Bank

Premium checks on art exhibits can now be had at the Monti Cello State Bank. Please call for them. Jones County Fair Assn.

Monticello State Bank Jones County Fair Assn

New Studebaker Display At Kruse Auto Parts

Ed Kruse announces a new 1941 Studebaker on display in his West First Street showroom. The car features many unusual options. Mr and Mrs Ralph Moon and their children of Menasha Wisconsin visited the Keyes family Monday.

Ed Kruse Kruse Auto Parts Studebaker West First Street Adv Ralph Moon Menasha, Wis Keyes Home

First Day of School Brightens Young Learners

An Express Photo shows Jimmy Rhatigan and Carol Shelley on their first day, sitting in small chairs with a kindergarden teacher Miss Page Smith. The children draw horses, men, dogs, and faces using Crayolas, capturing their view of school life.

Jimmy Rhatigan Carol Shelley Jimmy Carol

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Madison Madison Township Thomsen Lillian Bees Gabriel J. Bees University of Iowa Iowa City Maxine Redmond Gordon York Fred Bone Miriam Lovell Royal Rodman Helen Reichart Mary Esther McLaughlin Shirley Hobert Delores Poppe Robert Heyen Iowa State College Ames Wilbur Doxsee Josephine Rickiefs Mark Rodman Olin Howie, Jr Robert Wahl Loren Cramer Corneil College Antonette Doxsee Deah Morey Clarence Hasford 4Sheiles-Field Lucille Huibregtse Max Palmer Coe College Cedar Rapids Dean Tedrow John Hay Ruth Clark Town State Teachers College Cedar Falls Harold Yeoman Orvin Yeoman Glenn Gerdes University of Yola Rodman Ben Long Ruth Reuter LaVerne Lambert Carol Cartano Robert Wishman Phoebe Hiller Clifford First Wartburg College Waverly Carl Eiben Doris Schoon Wartburg Seminary Herbert Adix Mt. Mercy Junior College Lois Schneider Lucile George Franklin Boulevard Chicago May Sharp Broadlawn Hospital Clara Schatz Mercy Hospital Edith Ferring Helen Wroblewski Lucille Bohlken Lorraine Hein St. Luke’s Hospital Bernice Havitchek Northwest Institute of Labratory Technology Minneapolis Minn Lena Marugg Pitze’s School of Beauty Culture Waterloo Esther Bender Detroit Business College Lorene Henry Cedar Rapids Business College Pid Rapids Marguerite Fothergill University of Chicago Colin Thomas John Thomas Western Military Academy Alton Billy Thomas Beaver College Philadelphia Wilma Grossheim College of the Pacific Stockton Katherine Woodall University of Arizona Tucson Ariz Betty Thomas Jo McNeill Harvard University Cambridge Mass Paul Locher George Fraser College of Emporia Emporia Kaw Lucille Yossi Shore Hospital Rosella Siebels Ruth Zubler Clara Balster Presbyterian Hospital John Liddy R. Leroy Farmer Sweet Corn Canning Carl Hodson Mr. Liddy Monticello Boys West Coast Slivken Glenn Lambert Vic Richardson Wyland Bone Sidney Schweitzer Clarence Ballard Schoenhut Ballard Wilson and Co Will Hoffman Fred Lehman Everett Morris Montgomery Scotch Grove Frank Royden Jones Fred Cramer Leroy Morey H. S. Rodman Fred Kromminga W. E. Tuetken Express Photo United States United States Attorney General Methodist Conference Joe Labor Day Ryan Deen Ewes Bandit Anemosa Alfred F. Schneck Befle Plaine Marie. Phillips Oxford Junction Verle Harvey Esther Engleking Howard W. Cruise Hale Velma L. Petersen Aubrey Appleby Eunice Amelia Grover Charles Johnson Martha Greenler Thomas Francis McDonough Ruth Pauline Hayes Clyde Stormont Marguerite Butten Wis Harold Ivan Templen Hill Point Evelyn Lucile Harold Cazenovia Wilbur Graney Stetzer Laura Aiken Platteville Gilbert I. New Springfield Marian L. Kebele Ill George Peters Arbor Avenue Ben George Richard Karl Peters
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