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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1928
Page
1
A political column examines Democratic tariff ideas and protectionism, arguing against free trade for farm products while defending American industry. It criticizes Governor Smith and Tammany influence, cites Hearst papers, and notes a U.S. Army anti aircraft project.
The piece notes Maine shifted from a Republican lead of 36 000 four years ago to a Republican endorsement by 81 000 this year with a two to one advantage over Democrats. Longtime observers see this as a November forecast and urge aid for Florida storm victims.
The article argues that life’s origin and purpose defy scientific explanation and laments a dry view of humanity. It lauds sacrifice, courage, and hope shown by mothers, workers, visionaries, and millions who strive to better the world, even unto death, in pursuit of truth and beauty.
The piece contrasts Smith and Hoover as political figures. It portrays Smith as a city-born insider shaped by Tammany Hall and New York politics, with limited U.S. exposure and reliance on books and film. Hoover is described as a Midwestern moral, dry in politics, with deep American experience and public service. The analysis links five-year prosperity to cautious credit, warning of rising interest rates and tighter lending conditions.
The piece frames the Democratic campaign as a choice between continued prosperity under the Tammany machine and a shift to reform, invoking Hearst and Hoover figures while recalling Boss Tweed era names. It questions national governance under the Tammany crowd and ends with a quip about newspapers and women.
The State Journal notes a partisan stance against Hoover or Al Smith overheard in a political clash. The fragment expresses opposition to the referenced figures and their positions. The wording hints at a charged campaign mood without full context.
Chicago expands rapidly with vast masonry and steel towers on the west and lakefront. Dredges deepen channels and extend land as the metropolis grows outward, signaling a destiny as the world’s greatest city.
Clarence Darrow says farmers can't think and urges a Smith vote in a follow up system. The text suggests Darrow underestimates farmers who have long memories and should confine activities to criminal release.
A Sioux City Journal snippet notes a Pennsylvania rule banning all stickers on car windshields and windows. The writer quips that such strictness would be wonderfully proper and laments absence of ads and images on windows.
A dense analysis recounts Paul’s early persecution, his Jerusalem escape, Antioch mission, and first journeys with Barnabas and Silas. It notes a sharp dispute over John Mark, resulting in separate missions, and highlights Paul’s contact with Greek culture and Gentile outreach, ending with the Philippian jailer and salvation through Christ Jesus.
Cedar Rapids Gazette notes L. W. Alt, 78, farming twenty seven acres near Marion, with ten in orchard and vineyard. He expects over $5,000 income from fruit this year. Grapes yield about 25 tons from a four acre vineyard. ten thousand baskets bought. shipments go to Minnesota, Dakota, and Canada. Orchard has 150 mature pear trees. expected pear crop around 600 on 700 bushels total.
The Peoria conference on hog cycles urges using the 1928 corn crop to feed over fifty million federally inspected hogs. It recommends breeding more sows if hog prices are to drop next winter. otherwise store excess corn or reduce acreage to sustain hog values.
The Omaha Bee-News notes Smith faces cautions from supporters after snide remarks on government economy. The New York Times warns he risks highlighting New York cost increases under his own governance, affecting voters who fear Tammany influence at Washington.
The district court of Jones county Iowa has appointed William R. Zimmerman and John B. Zimmerman as executors of the Anna Zimmerman deceased estate. Creditors must present claims to the court clerk sworn and within the legal time. Debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Anamosa September 4 1928. J J Locher attorney for estate.
Cedar Rapids superintendent Arthur Deamer condemned Governor Smith's Oklahoma City remarks claiming schools teach politics to influence war. He said curriculum is nonpartisan and teachers avoid partisan content. Washington High principal M S Hallman echoed the denial.
A playful Dada style dialogue circulates around urban life jokes and witty quips. The panel features quick one liners about time in New York Paris and a running gag about a signature initial meaning.
The report cites Gov. Smith's stance in New York on the McNary-Haugen bill. It notes a divided posture toward the measure, endorsing it in agriculture but declining unconditional support. It highlights his avoidance of endorsing the equalization fee.
A note lists Dr George Albery offering rounds at his office and hospital located north of the post office with availability day or night for calls and visits.
Public timetable for C M St P & P trains at Monticello lists passenger and freight services. Noted are arrivals from Davenport and Cedar Rapids, departures to Galmar Calmar and Davenport, with connections at Delaware Oxford Junction and Omaha links.
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