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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1910
Page
5
The piece argues discouragement over radical trends is misplaced, noting periodic upheavals yield corrections and expose abuses. It predicts realignment may occur without ceding control to insurgent factions and condemns extreme reform pushers while endorsing prudent governance and debt caution. It also comments on Warren Garst’s contested gubernatorial bid and the politics of incumbency.
Democrats feel encouraged as a Des Moines caucus approves preferred candidates for the primary campaign while others are warned off. Insurgent Republicans present are urged to join the practical affairs of the party.
A report notes Indina Beveridge appears to be surcharged with carbonic acid gas. The item emphasizes the unusual chemical condition and potential health concerns surrounding the substance.
The farmer who stored surplus hay at 20 dollars per ton faces disappointment as prolonged bad weather hits prices. A trader with refrigerators full of last summer's eggs grapples with delayed demand and uncertain returns.
A dated, allusive commentary warns of an upcoming primary season and compares it to Halley's comet arriving on a windy battlefield. It questions whether voters have tested their seed corn and ends with a sharp remark about the man from Coon Rapids seeking any means to win.
The Sioux City Journal argues the two major parties are split by internal factions. It notes Bryan era changes created dual Democratic and Republican strands, causing voters to follow leaders over party labels. It foresees realignment with radicals and conservatives on opposite sides, but cautions against retrogression in national affairs.
A Canadian publicist J A Macdonald presents a portrait of William Howard Taft highlighting sincerity, unselfishness, and practical achievement. He notes Taft's warmth, empathy, and focus on human happiness over political theater, likening his character to McKinley and Lincoln.
The Cedar Rapids Republican notes that Congressman Good is not a Cannon foe. He supported Cannon for speaker, preferred Smith, and backed Cannon to oust him. He favors house rule changes and aligned with insurgents briefly, but seeks not notoriety. He is a Republican who supports a protective tariff and voted for the new tariff law.
The St Louis Globe Democrat notes President Tafts condemnation of sympathy strikes, backed by intelligent labor union men nationwide and especially around Philadelphia, arguing these strikes are always failures.
E T Housh of Lost Nation elected principal of Oxford Junction school. James S Sherman will speak at University of Iowa commencement June 15. Waterloo prepares for Evangelist Sunday starting November 1 with James Black leading the evangelical association.
The Des Moines Capital argues that Iowa should not burden the year with politics. It praises current officials as capable and divides praise between progressives and stand patters. It laments political strife as a blight and warns against job seekers using public offices for power.
Hon E OC Perkins of Delhi announces his candidacy for re election to the house of representatives. Serving his first term at Des Moines he has shown ability to represent the county and is likely to face no opposition for a second nomination. A good lawyer and popular man he is trusted by friends and neighbors.
Louisian Courier notes King Victor Emmanuel enjoyed driving with Col. Roosevelt but odds remain he would not seek a country walk with the pair, reflecting royal restraint in public outings.
Judge Ellison adjourned the March term of the district court after three weeks of service. Last week produced numerous civil orders including judgments, decrees, guardianships, partitions, and settled accounts. State cases covered escape, seduction, breaking and entering, with verdicts and sentences noted.
Anamosa records show the board meeting on April 4 1910 with all members present. The March 8 minutes were approved. A hearing was set for April 5 at 11 00 for the D A English road vacation petition in Richland township. The Anamosa Oxford Junction Electric Light Power Co petition to erect and maintain wires and poles in Oxford Rome Jackson and Fairview townships was granted.
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