08 Sep 1955
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1955
Page
1
A local movement gathers educators and residents to discuss school goals and needs. Seven sub committees invite constructive opinions on accomplishments teachers recruitment building needs financing organization and ongoing public interest with reports possible for state and national education conferences.
In Mississippi the desegregation effort faces delays and hostility. Attorney General Browne ll orders inquiries into reported voting suppression and rights violations against Negroes in August primaries. A 15 year old black boy who allegedly wolf-whistled at a white woman was killed, sparking calls that racial prejudice shapes law and public action. The piece argues true equality will take generations.
Monticello volunteer firemen were called to four fires from Friday through Monday as heat and tinder dry fields increase risk. The notice urges never to leave fires unattended and to keep water on hand, avoid outdoor fires on windy days, and be prepared for worst cases. It references a Belmond Independent quote about farmers and potential agricultural developments.
A profile of the typical Iowa farmer as a smart, aggressive operator who owns about 178 acres valued at roughly $35,000 for land and buildings. The piece notes high living standards in Iowa and lists common farm equipment values from tractors to seeders, illustrating the scale of a mid-size operation.
The proposed incorporation of Scotch Grove failed by a 17 17 tie with 34 of 35 eligible voters participating. The article lauds the turnout and urges voting as a privilege and duty for current and future residents.
Seventy nine Leesekamp family members gathered for a city park reunion. Russell Meade Jr. becomes foreman for Iowa Electric Light and Power in Monticello. Local projects include cement walks and a blast by Farmers Limestone east of Monticello. 1946 notes mention license plate changes and town road resurfacing in Hopkinton.
The Monticello Express is the official Monticello and Jones County newspaper founded July 10, 1865. It prints weekly on Monday and Thursday and is mailed as second class. Subscription rates are 4.50 in local Iowa counties and 5.50 elsewhere in the United States.
The Iowa farmer profile notes average gross income around 12 000 dollars and investments in dairy gear, feeders, pumps, and engines. It cites Iowa as a leading farm state with 700 000 tons of fertilizer purchases and 200 000 000 dollars spent on livestock feed. It highlights Iowa’s role as top producer of food and livestock feed in the United States and includes a meditation on goodwill versus greed in society.
A contract governs stripping the upper soil layer from the land setting forth scope and responsibilities. The agreement details the project area, obligations of the contractor, payment terms, and safety provisions to ensure proper land restoration after excavation.
The text mentions cost factors for electricity gen eration, a company planning a new building, the Diamond creamery paying 2034 cents for hand separated cream, and Private Guy Hogan visiting his parents at Fort Riley Kansas. It also notes about 40 neighbors surprising Mrs Hoag and the Hoags planning to leave for their Kansas farm after the fair.
The new Iowa law sets a $175 monthly maximum for aid to dependent children and deprivation. In August the measure affected 999 households, many large families feeling the impact of reduced benefits.
State welfare data show families average six children and $8 less per child. In Jones county August 56 families and 222 persons received 6343.50 in ADC. July figures: 57 families and 223 persons for 6841 dollars. August totals for ADC and other aids were 23824 versus 23344 in July, the fifth monthly decline. Eight people received aid to the needy blind totaling 460 dollars while 229 old age recipients collected 24344 dollars.
Jones County Iowa announces the first publication of an unpaid personal property tax list. The display highlights delinquent accounts and names taxpayers as part of the collection effort. The move mirrors state practice and aims to improve compliance and public awareness.
Mrs Blanche Corwin Jones county treasurer says notices will be published by Nov 15. Delinquent real estate taxes from 1954 payable in 1955 were due Oct 1 with 0.75 percent penalty after that date. Law requires two weeks of publication for delinquent personal taxes. A tax warrant with accrued interest is issued if unpaid within 10 days after final publication.
Neighbors Harry and John Prult with Lloyd Welter and Clair Turnis left Sunday for Williamsburg Virginia Washington D C and New York City. They also intend to visit Canada and Michigan before returning in ten days. Mr and Mrs Sam Strief and Date were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Peter Strief of Hopkinton.
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