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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1922
Page
7
A long testimonial passage touts Tanlac as a cure for family-wide ailments. Readers from Los Angeles to Manchester and Toronto claim improved health and vitality for wives, children, and themselves after taking Tanlac. The piece urges readers to buy from their local druggist today.
A dialogue echoes themes of ambition and trust as Isabel questions extravagant gifts and a doctor reassures with belief in the young man’s future. The exchange reflects Victorian values of merit, patient faith, and social expectation.
The article notes there is no national poet laureate in America. Nebraska became the first and only state to appoint one, naming John G Net hardt of Nebraska as laureate in 1921.
Estimated MLB payrolls approach 2 million with 16 clubs paying 100000 or more. Yankees projected at 175000, Giants 160000, Dodgers 180000, Indians 130000, Tigers 120000, Pirates 115000, Reds 115000, Browns 110000, Cardinals 110000, Braves 100000, Red Sox 100000, Senators 100000, White Sox 100000, Cubs 100000, Athletics 75000, Phillies 65000.
Detroit coast league notes highlight Joe Sargent nicknamed Scrap Iron, an infield utility with strong fielding but weak hitting. Once a star in the International league, he joined Portland after Detroit cast him off as a potential major leaguer. He is praised for intelligence of play and wit, often boosting team morale with sharp rallies.
Veteran first baseman Rd Koney reportedly received a 2500 dollar bonus to sign with Roger Bresnahan’s Toledo club. He is slated for outfield duty while Pred Luderus remains at first base for the Mud Hens. Bresnahan is praised for signing free agents and paying them their worth. Harry Lord, ex-AL third baseman, runs for Maine legislature from Portland. Johnny Murphy of Portland elected Notre Dame track captain after indoor high jump title.
Alma Richards of the University of Southern California excels in discus throwing and will represent Los Angeles Athletic Club next spring.
Judge Landis will not take the amateur baseball arbitrator post. Mordecai Brown to manage Havoline Oil backed team at Lawrenceville. Miljus transferred to New Orleans on recall option amid salary dispute. Harvey Hendrick gets a chance with the Boston Red Sox as outfielder. Bob Bisonette joins Cleveland staff as left-handed pitcher. George Beck sold to Saginaw. Peoria sells to Mint league. Wrigley agents linked to Vernon sale from Id Mater. Herb Hall suspended in Kansas City seeks reinstate and possible L A transfer. Mohan to trial at third base for Pittsburgh. Pat Moran backs San Francisco infield of Bohne Fonseca Pinello Caveney. Jim Scott re-signs with San Francisco. Jack Smith wears glasses. at bat not field. Hornsby signs three-year $22,500 season with Cardinals. August Michaelson sent to New Haven from White Sox. Dell Baker and Gary Fortune report to Mobile, surprise retirement plans. Mexico City rumor claims John McGraw may buy a racetrack. Spider Baum named assistant secretary at San Francisco. Southern league to have one regular manager Burt Niehoff of Mobile. Larry Doyle may help Nashville briefly. Dick Kerr remains midget pitcher of White Sox. Dick Padden to manage Martins Ferry independent club. Houston releases Charley Miller to Corsicana as manager. Connie Mack pleased by Doc Johnston signing with Athletics.
The Midwest Baseball association of Chicago decided at its annual meeting that players in league games this summer must wear numerals on their sleeves corresponding to score card numbers after coaches argued numbers would aid strategy.
Hank Gowdy, famed World Series slugger and World War I veteran, proposes a 12 month contract for major league players. He argues it would curb off season barnstorming, ensure spring training pay, keep players in condition, and present players as models of young America. He notes ongoing dissatisfaction with current seasonal contracts.
At Skokie, home pro Philip Gau din posted 68 while amateur J T Ling tied it with 68, establishing the course as a likely advantage for favorites Abe Mitchell also shot 69 last year. The note urges practice for those aiming at the national open.
Cornell miler Kirby shows class as a sophomore. Michigan center Gilbert Ely named captain for 1922 squad. Stanford boxing coach Jimmy Britt linked with Yatz Corrigan signing with Little Rock for trial. New Jersey governor signs Evan bill capping boxing seats at 15 dollars. Denmark enters Davis Cup scene as USLTA notes. Yale sprinter William A Collins shines in NYAC meet.
The Chicago Evening Post argues hair nets for milady cost more than clothing for Transcaucasian orphans. It notes 1.80 dollars could clothe a child for six months, while milady’s hair net bill would be much higher. Near East relief pivots with 800000 yards of unbleached muslin purchased for summer wards.
In a witty exchange the bride asks for an easy chair for her husband. The salesman mishears Mor ris and she corrects him with the name Clarence.
A conversation about a sun energy device features an agent presenting a new solar extractor and Mr Jones requesting one for his own use. The exchange hints at a novelty product or prototype meant to harvest energy from sunlight.
A New York reception quote from Charles M Schwab compares world disarmament to a conservatory hunt. A househunter seeks a cheap nine room home with a conservatory for six daughters, noting the need to provide "ripenin' off In." A neighbor story follows with a maidless ring at the door and a daughter answering.
Explains a childlike joke about clocks restarting at twelve and labeling thirteen as unlucky. The exchange features Bobby attributing the reset to superstition and mischief in a playful tone.
A fragment from a dialogue contrasts names and fate with a joke about a neighbor's money. The piece hints at identity and personal value without a clear news event or figures.
A court scene notes a prisoner answering guilty or not guilty with a quip about choosing between two conditions. A judge questions the stance while a jokey moral about jury use emerges. The piece also ponders independence in marriage and timing in life choices with terse proverbs.
The Indianapolis News account tells of Joe, a rental-property owner in the Industrial district, struggling to collect rents as a broker fails to aid. After a day of touring tenants, Joe returns with a sly smile, noting renters borrowed from him instead of paying.
A humorous collection of quips about meddling in others affairs. Observations contrast a man's urge to advise with his poor boundary keeping. Pithy lines joke about misplaced pockets and regrets over past choices.
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