26 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1917
Page
1
The Secretary of Agriculture urges farmers to boost corn production nationwide to the fullest extent considering seed labor and land. A list identifies leading corn producing counties across Illinois Iowa Nebraska Missouri Indiana Texas Kansas Ohio Oklahoma Kentucky to guide expansion.
A concise reflection on wealth stating that riches come from the soul, not ledgers or material possessions, and that a person is defined by inner character rather than money. The quote attributes true wealth to virtue and integrity over external funds.
A mathematics professor confronts a disparaging remark from a man, vowing to reduce him to his lowest common multiple with sharp humor and a witty threat. The exchange highlights the clash between intellect and bravado in a tense stand off.
A fragment suggests duty can be a staff through thorny trials even as it may seem to fail. The metaphor compares steadfast duty to a prophet’s wand, warning that casting it aside invites misfortune and sharp consequences.
Keeper Charlie Snyder describes the elephant Alice with a toothache at the New York zoo. He notes her distress and depicts how he examines her mouth and applies medicine before she calms and rests near the fodder pile.
A seaman returns from a three month cruise and, with four shipmates, walks along South Street to Sea Men's Institute in New York. His wife greets him warmly at home but he, in a subdued tone, says he wishes she were a sailor so he would have more to tell her about their perilous voyage with a German raider.
An American reporter in Germany describes the army medical system as exceptionally thorough with a policy of saving life and limbs. He notes a field hospital case where 1,587 severely wounded men were treated in four weeks and only 17 died, with only one limb amputation among hundreds of operations.
Apples are praised for aiding insomnia and nervous dyspepsia. They are nutritious and medicinal, aiding digestion, clearing the voice, correcting stomach acidity, and relieving rheumatism and over troubles. An apple is as nutritious as a potato in a pleasanter form.
A wry quip contrasts two lines about loss and absence. The first speaks of a butler leaving without warning while the reply notes worse fates than no spoons. Both lines hinge on humor and everyday dependency.
A wind mill at a German technical school generates power so effectively that a similar unit could supply light and water for 100 people at an estimated cost of 125 dollars per year.
Dorothy visits grandmother and recalls her changing view on bananas. She initially did not like them but now she does. The exchange captures evolving taste through a lighthearted moment.
A Detroit Free Press quip notes young men begin with big plans but soon learn success requires hard work and choose easier pursuits like pool. The item captures a witty take on ambition and work ethic.
Report notes that white garments may irritate children's eyes but says oculists will not see a surge in business from youngsters who wore white clothes for a short period.
President Wilson sends a message to Representative Helvering outlining strong support for the army bill with selective conscription. He argues the draft mobilizes all productive forces, that volunteers alone are insufficient, and that public authority should determine who serves in the army and who works in civilian roles. The majority report by Chairman Chamberlain endorses the plan, with House action led by Representative Kahn and amended by Chairman Dent.
Ocilla Ga April 20 a safety committee for Ben Hill and Irwin counties coordinates flag distribution after a mass meeting where farmers were urged to grow larger food crops. The slogan Nail a flag to your plow and work for your country guided the gathering.
Official circles warn that Russia may struggle to field large armies as duma government falters and socialist agitation grows. Weather prevents German offensives for now, but once ground dries von Hindenburg could press toward Petrograd. Meanwhile US patrols hunt a German submarine off the Atlantic coast after a torpedo fired at the destroyer Smith missed by 80 yards.
Washington reports enlistments in the army at about 1,500 daily with 7,171 new recruits from April 11 to 15 averaging 1,484 per day. Navy and marine corps trail, Navy total 71,696 enlisted toward an 87,000 goal, marine corps near its 17,400 authorized strength, while stunning enlistment days show 1,635 and other metrics.
Washington Senate commerce committee unanimously recommended passage of the Ferndal bill granting the president absolute authority over exports to ensure wise, economical and profitable distribution to other countries.
Washington reports emergency orders for 6,000 Lewis machine guns destined for the army and navy. Tests of Lewis and rival light weapons will occur May 1, with a final decision expected afterward. The weapon, once rejected, has become a major factor in Entente armaments on the western front.
London reports General von Bissing the German governor general in Belgium died Wednesday evening. General von Zwehl named temporary successor. Born 1844, he took the post in November 1914 after von der Goltz and was noted for actions including the Edith Cavell case and clashes with Cardinal Mercier.
Nicaragua aligns with Latin American nations and endorses the United States entry into the war with Germany, signaling regional support for U S military actions.
Three thousand high school boys marched through downtown Chicago in the afternoon to demonstrate that the nation’s youth are prepared to serve when called by Uncle Sam.
In El Paso Texas on April 21 snipers who fired at an American sentry were met with return fire. A Mexican was seen to fall after a volley crossed the border.
The Idle Hour estate of William K. Vanderbilt on Long Island will become a potato patch as part of a food preparedness effort. The lawns were plowed up for the initiative.
The Webb bill to allow foreign governments at war with Germany to recruit their citizens in the United States for their armies passed both houses of Congress without a roll call on April 20 in Washington.
Washington April 19 The senate unanimously approves the Culberson bill legalizing recruiting by the entente allies in the United States.
Hamilton College students, by their own vote, abandon athletic sports to undertake military training. They will drill two hours daily during the spring term.
The state defense council in Topeka began a census of land labor and seed conditions in Kansas. Vice presidents for every county were appointed to help organize the effort.
Rome reports from Switzerland indicate a large number of Austrians captured and heavy enemy losses sustained by concentrated Italian gunfire during a major offensive push.
Pittsburgh Pa April 19 Pennsylvania crude oil reached 3.10 a barrel after the principal purchasing agency announced a five cent price increase.
Prudencio Miranda, alleged leader of a Mexican bandit gang that raided the Corner ranch in New Mexico and killed three Americans two months earlier, was arrested in El Paso by federal agents.
New York, April 21. Physicians attending Sarah Bernhardt reported a slight improvement after an operation for a kidney ailment. The bulletin came from the medical team supervising the case.
Ninety seven Franciscan sisters of the order of St. Kunigunda in Chicago received first papers and pledged allegiance to the United States to be eligible for Red Cross service on April 19.
Paris reports American aviators in the Lafayette Escadrille are dropping tens of thousands of copies of President Wilsons war address to Congress behind German lines as part of the war effort.
Reports from Copenhagen describe 125000 strikers in Berlin with demonstrations spilling into central streets. Soldiers and police blocked Unter den Linden and the imperial castle as women led outcry over rationing while some window smashing occurred. The crowd blamed farmers wholesalers and the government for food shortages. Socialist leaders warned further ration cuts could not be tolerated.
An explosion in a film exchange sparked a blaze at the Colfax office building and apartment house on Meridian Street near University Park. Six people were burned to death including Dr. Martha E. Keller and Mrs. Griffin. about twenty were slightly injured while escaping. The fire left a flaming trail on the second floor as victims burned black.
Nelson P. Webster the White House disbursing officer secured a half acre at Madison Place and Pennsylvania Avenue for a White House garden. With Agriculture Department guidance mules and tools will till the soil and donate produce to Washington hospitals. A gatekeeper will collect a Red Cross fee and the president may harvest spinach or radishes occasionally near the Lafayette monument.
Washington reports that men who married to avoid military service will not escape conscription. The war department ruled on Thursday that men who became husbands since the war with Germany began remain eligible for the draft and urged newspapers to publish the ruling widely.
In Rome on April 20 authorities report Italian newspapers are weighing a plan to regularize Italian nationals in the United States who did not respond to the color call by employing them within American military facilities.
London dispatch says war riots are breaking out in Constantinople during a peace demonstration. German army officers were attacked by Turkish women and beaten amid the unrest.
Paris April 21 Edmond C Genet the American aviator died in France becoming the first U S pilot to die while fighting under the American flag Genet was killed near Ham and his death was officially announced
Three hundred American trade papers pledge free and unreserved use of advertising, news and editorial columns for government needs during the war period.
In Troy on April 19 three firefighters died including Battalion Chief Batley and eight others were injured none of whom are named besides Chief Byron as the ammonia tank blew during a blaze.
President Wilson issues a broad decree warning all persons in the United States that treasonous acts or aiding enemies will be vigorously prosecuted. The proclamation cites constitutional and criminal code provisions, detailing treason definitions, penalties, misprision, and conspiracy, and calls all citizens and aliens to allegiance and compliance.
The piece notes a counterfeit ten dollar bill in circulation while many ignore it due to handling smaller sums. It quotes the Philadelphia Public Ledger stating no one can stall public opinion, yet people may still try.
A magistrate upholds a wife’s right to go through her husband’s pockets, prompting debate on whether the rule applies equally now that women are increasingly managing pockets themselves.
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