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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1922
Page
5
The Des Moines convention rejected Brookhart’s platform push and socialistic ideas, endorsing the national and state administrations. The writing notes a real test for Republican principles, warns against prohibiting alcohol, and discusses past and present liquor laws and churchs.
General Sawyer rebukes claims about disabled soldiers needs and government hospitals. He notes 99 government hospitals in the United States with 28 412 beds, 10191 unoccupied, plus beds under the Veterans Bureau. He urges veterans to promptly reply to information requests and avoid relying on paid help for paperwork. Germany pressures American tourists with high admission fees and officials annoyances, causing later visitors to skip German venues and hurt local innkeepers.
Louis Gardner of Anamosa Hu reka was chosen as Fifth district committeeman by delegates from the district at Des Moines yesterday. Republicans expect strong advocacy for their interests and note his long county chairmanship has prepared him for duties in this well merited promotion.
A Young French woman sues a Rothschild representative for half a million alleging deception in a romance. The article notes that wealthy heirs are often targets for adventurous young women and that not only six figure fortunes but smaller sums attract such schemes.
The month sees widespread price adjustments lowering automobile prices in the United States. The text notes America has the most car users and claims high grade cars are now available at unusually low prices.
Colonel Smith Brookhart the Republican nominee for U S senator states he will carry every county in the November election He asserts a large Democratic vote will back his bid and help secure victory statewide.
The New York Tribune critiques Eugene V. Debs as amiable yet dangerous. It recalls his railway union leadership and wartime stance urging violence. The piece frames Debs as a threat who would transform America into a Russia-like dictatorship if given power.
Scientists warn that fake tomb displays use ancient seeds to impress tourists. Experiments by Unger show wheat seeds lose vitality within a few years. some seeds remain alive longer if moisture kept out, but germination fails after 20 to 30 years due to air and water exposure.
The piece notes John D. Rockefeller Sr has built a vast fortune and his son John D. Jr is being prepared to assume the family wealth. It emphasizes wealth does not guarantee virtue and remarks on the poorer class' chances, while Rockefeller Sr at 83 fosters thrift in his five sons and daughter to fit American society.
The New York Herald's Frank M. O'Brien earned a Pulitzer for a editorial on the Unknown Soldier. The piece lauds Arlington ritual as a symbol of Duty and Honor and praises the collective memory of nameless heroes, noting the global attendance of leaders and the enduring meaning of the ceremony.
Milwaukee Sentinel urges sober thought and broad tolerance as essential during postwar strain. It cites President Harding’s Marion speech warning against prejudice and inflamed passions, calling for calm discussion and mutual sacrifice to preserve the republic and shared prosperity.
In Dickenson county Linn county and Buena Vista county Republicans in convention adopted resolutions but carefully avoided mentioning or endorsing the candidacy of Col. Smith W Brockhart for the United States senate.
Dr J F Hinkhouse attended his sister's funeral in Marshalltown after caring for her as an invalid. Rev R V Porter and wife from Belle Plaine vacationing with his parents in Hopkinton. Alfred Pierce George Harper and Milo Johnston plan to enter Fort Snelling military training next week and will visit Minneapolis beforehand. J H E Burns awarded contract to remodel the former opera house into the new Masonic home, work to begin early September.
Senator Rawson comments hint that Brookhart’s platform dominates the race and will guide his bid. Brookhart insists he was nominated on his platform and will run on it, seeking convention endorsement but sticking to his primary campaign core.
Scientific American notes that superficial observation reinforces the line storm myth. It argues rain patterns east of the Mississippi show September experiences two days of rain in five, making it unsurprising if travel home falls around September 20 21 or 22 and thus sustains the equinoctial theory among readers.
W B Boyd urges balanced justice for capital labor and public in a mid-summer address. He calls for fair returns safe employment tenure and old age provisions while urging a civic education campaign to avert bloodshed and avoid communism. The Anamosa Fair and Stock Show sets August 8 9 10 11 with livestock exhibitions new swine pavilion and a full week of events.
The Sioux City Journal notes wide public figures holding unlikely roles in a 1954 ad spread. It cites Ford, a hotelier, steel magnate, banker, U.S. president, merchant, railroad chief and more. The Minneapolis Journal concludes Col. Brockhart is not exactly a Democrat, but a denatured Republican.
The Anchorage Philadelphia Bulletin notes that national respect for property rights rests on homeowners. It cites Census data indicating over 10,800,000 people own the homes they occupy, about 46 percent of U S families, linking ownership to citizenship and stable government.
For sale two automobile trucks and one touring car body with tools. A horse and harness, two wagons and a buggy are also offered. Bargain is sold soon. Also cattle and breeding bulls offered by John Dibon. Telephones and locations listed.
Sealed bids will be recalved until September 4, 1922, by the board of directors of the Independent School District of Monticello Iowa for delivery to the school house coalbin 200 tons 6x3 Franklin County Illinois furnace fuel.
The commissioner designated to vacate a road from near the Maquoketa river on the Delaware Jones county line to the east river bank has reported in favor. Objections or damage claims must be filed with the auditor by noon September 18, 1922 or the road will be vacated. Lee Van Kirk, County Auditor.
District Court in Jones County Iowa sets July 18 1922 as the date the probate case for Henry Behrends senior will is opened with final proof and admission to probate. interested parties may appear August 16 1922 to show cause. Clerk B G Rees advises.
Public notice states John Egger appointed executor of the estate of Peter Igger Jr by the Jones County District Court Iowa. Creditors must file sworn claims with the court clerk by legal deadline and debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Notice dated Animoga Iowa July 8 1922 and attorney Doxsea & Doxsea listed for the estate.
Public notice announces a special election in Independent School District No 6 Lovell Township Jones County Iowa on August 11 1822 from 1 pm to 3 pm at the schoolhouse. Voters will decide bonds up to 3500 dollars to construct and equip a schoolhouse. Secretary C Cullup signs for the board.
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