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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1921
Page
7
The piece rails against schemes promising easy gain and advocates strong punishment for swindlers robbers and murderers. It notes stock losses in eastern Iowa farmers and warns consolidated school districts may be placed under receivers as municipal costs rise. It cites Judge Lindsey’s contempt fine and Chauncey Depew’s age stance while describing Des Moines police tension and council quarrels.
As prices rise in these tight times many believe it is acceptable to keep a current automobile longer. The view shifts away from shabbiness for running a car with a hidden squeak or bruised fender.
Many emigrants are leaving Ireland for the United States prompting Sinn Feiners to call a halt. They would welcome American sympathizers willing to join in the Irish cause.
A column warns Carroll area farmers about buying groceries from traveling peddlers who take advance payments for shipments that may never arrive. It contrasts the risks of unseen bargains with the reliability of local grocers and urges safety. The piece cites instances of losses, quotes old adages, and stresses practical self protection.
The nation faces grave rail problems as freight tonnage drops and deficits widen. On the Pennsylvania system 90,000 empty freight cars and 1,600 idle locomotives foretell layoffs and wage disputes, while high rates fail to cover shrinking earnings and shipments stall. Experts urge careful, thoughtful consultation to avert deeper collapse.
Dr. Charles W. Eliot, former Harvard president, condemns Boston and Harvard youths for slang, rude behavior toward women, and drunken dancing. He laments matronly tolerance and dances in private homes as new social norms, challenging Harvard's role as arbiter of decorum and the broader civic example.
The New York Tribune argues Germany misread London talks on reparations and faces pressure as May 1 nears. Berlin seeks aid and loan-backed funds, while Allies resist, fearing German bad faith. A change of heart is sought but not yet seen.
In Boston the Youth's Companion, a leading and historic city publication, runs ads announcing a switch to open shop practices. They claim to drop all other policies and will hire only as they see fit, establishing direct relations with employers and defending the new stance. The piece also notes St Louis Post-Dispatch on Colombia's role in international society.
The Davenport area reports a $100,000 fire that destroyed the Burtis opera house and four arson suspected blazes. A Will Rice garage in Coggon was broken into, tires stolen, rear entry via a window. Also noted are obits, a court sentence in Chicago, a Cedar Rapids suicide, and other local incidents.
The piece notes Col Harvey’s possible appointment as ambassador to England could embarrass the British officials. It jokes about confusion when the name George is spoken, referencing Lloyd George and George Harvey.
Reading of Dr. Morris Zucker and E. A. MacMillan exposes harsh judgments on the Lenine-Trotzky regime. Former communists and dissidents declare Soviet government a tyranny, citing economic and moral failure and prison abuses.
The passage defends the blue jay amid accusations of crimes, noting its beauty and intelligence. It contrasts public blame with the department of agriculture’s cautious praise, and highlights the jay’s year round presence and striking appearance against seasonal backdrops.
An elderly man retires to enjoy life but becomes prey to gullible stock salesmen. He mortgages his valuable farm for dubious ventures and loses nearly everything. The piece laments how many knowledgeable people fall for promises of sudden riches and warns against trusting strangers.
The article accuses the Democratic administration of claiming economy while raising and overspending. President Harding calls for Congress to reduce appropriations and ensure departments cut spending. Voters supported this stance in the previous November election.
The Yankton Press and Dakotan notes pressure on Congress to create a coin valued at half a nickel. The paper questions what such a coin could purchase and considers the practicality of the idea.
Census figures show Iowa's 225047 foreign born whites with England leading at 123006 and Germany next with 70642. Other large groups include Holland and Ireland, Scandinavia, Italy, and Canada, with smaller totals from many nations. The piece also notes political commentary about President Harding and former President Wilson, describing Harding as generous to charity and Wilson as frugal.
Burlington public schools professor Van H Smith promotes a five words a day spelling plan. Four Burlington grade pupils outspelled high school opponents in a county contest. He says concentrate on a few words daily to build a 5 000 word vocabulary in five years.
The Dearborn Independent notes farmers’ dependence on middlemen has spurred a wake up call. Secretary Wallace pledges department aid to develop efficient marketing methods, aligning with efforts to boost agricultural prosperity.
The Chicago Tribune mocks a machinists union agent who urges labor to worsen conditions to force a solution. It likens his view to Russian examples, questions American workers’ enthusiasm for such a millennial path, and notes that raising hell in industry sustains the agitator’s role and funding.
Thomas R. Marshall, writing for the Chicago Daily News, claims he never saw the famous lobbyist in the Senate corridors. He describes the actual figure as a shabby woman racing about the halls, while the fictional lobbyist was a diamond adorned seductress enticing senators.
Brazil moves to purchase coffee to support higher prices as the United States declines Cuban sugar imports, causing prices to rise. In other news Central City reports a 240 member community club.
The animal husbandry department at Iowa State College urges giving mares long vacation time from farm work to care for foals. Foaling at pasture is preferred to reduce infection risk, with attention to keeping the colt safe until it is dried and suckling well.
The report notes a sad condition where consumers face high prices while producers receive low prices. It highlights a misalignment between what buyers pay and what sellers receive, impacting overall market balance.
Multiple farm ads announce Hereford Chalice blood stock and cows at Cedar Valley Hereford Farm in Cascade Iowa. Short Horn bulls from Scotch lines offered with in-service Herd Bull Village Chief. Prairieburg sellers guarantee breeders and offer retest. Also ads for Dart roadster and Allen touring car, a truck, and a 6 hp motor all priced to sell or trade.
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