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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1928
Page
1
The Monticello Express discusses the whispering campaign around Governor Smith, attacks on public figures, and a defense of fair inquiry into candidates. It critiques the Duchess of Richilie on equal rights and outlines potential electoral dynamics for states and lieutenant governor races amid national tension.
Analysts warn the market may not sustain gains as many stocks priced high yield only around 2 percent. Despite optimism, a tumble seemed likely as investors chase quick profits, while radio reallocation sparks protests over bandwidth and programming rules.
The piece compares Herbert Hoover and Alfred E. Smith as the next U S president. It weighs their education careers and business experience, arguing voters should judge them by skill and fitness for guiding prosperity and U S leadership rather than party labels.
Twenty years ago in Town City, Andrew Townsend Hisey visited amid student protests. A crowd showered coins, escorted him through Iowa City, then drenched by a fire tank, prompting police and a later jail term. Students rallied claiming suppression of free speech.
The article lauds Secretary of State Kellogg who brings home a world leader signed document pledging to outlaw war as a method for settling disputes. It notes he is not celebrated as an aviator or boxer and receives little public attention.
Atlantic News Telegraph notes farmers marketing live stock at current prices will not be swayed by Chairman Raskob and allies in a bid to push Gov Al and the Tam Many group’s remedies. It argues the man getting good prices for farm products rejects political agitators and promises.
Gincolin Journal argues farmer grain storage could ease farm relief if producers waited for favorable prices. Cedar Rapids Gazette recounts shoemaker memories of squeaky shoes and quill inserts, noting fashion and nostalgia.
A humorous note in the Ohio State Journal suggests that a driver in front wastes moments after a green light by checking her mirror and powdering her nose, provoking frustration among following motorists.
J G Edson of Casey shows consistent milking by the same workers raises output. When his sons were away and skipped milking their cows, each produced about 4 pounds less milk on average. Upon the boys' return, milk flow returned to previous levels. Edson belongs to Guthrie County Cow Testing association and tracks production and finances.
The Minneapolis Journal argues that those supporting Gov. Smith because he cannot change the law without a pro wet congress should consider how the wets and the wider world would view such a vote as a mandate from the country.
John Quist of Iowa State College led the state pig club exhibit praising the event as the best in seven or eight years. The fair gathered 370 pigs owned by Iowa farm boys and girls. Goldfish are descended from the common carp and originated in China and Japan.
Public notice from Jones County Iowa appoints William R. Zimmerman and John B. Zimmerman as executors of Anna Zimmerman deceased. Creditors must file verified claims with the court clerk and all owes to the estate should pay promptly to avoid costs. Anamosa Iowa dated September 4 1928. J J Locher attorney for estate.
Final reports of executors administrators guardians and trustees in Jones County estates have been filed with the district court clerk. A final hearing and approval are set for September 24, 1928, at the court, where interested parties may appear file exceptions and show cause. Reports include H. M. Carpenter executor of Sarah E B Young Reiger and Lizzie V. Orr executrix of John A. Orr. Dated Anamosa Iowa September 8 1928.
In Jones county Iowa the district court petition seeks to quiet title to Lot 45 Block 3 Range 12 in the Rome township cemetery under Olin Cemetery association. The action asks that all defendants be barred from any claim, saving supervisory rights to the cemetery body, with default judgment possible after September 24 1928. Attorneys Doxsee & Doxsee represent the plaintiff.
Ordinance 506 establishes and dedicates a street named Oak Street in Monticello Iowa. The ordinance details the described real estate from Main Street to Willow Street as the new Oak Street and directs recording with the Jones County recorder.
Dr L J Swift lists general practice and calls answered in city or country. Office located in the Burrichter building with phone service at 236.
The piece notes abundant cheap potatoes now and predicts scarcity and high prices next year. It advises growers to plant while prices are low and market demand appears weak, suggesting prudent timing to maximize future profits.
A Des Moines Register note recalls how men who could have quit drinking eventually died because they delayed seeking help. The piece underscores the dangers of delayed intervention and the toll of alcohol abuse on individuals.
A notice describes a general law practice focusing on probate matters and the settlement of estates in probate court. It outlines services offered and stages of estate administration handled by the firm.
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