22 Aug 1912
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1912
Page
1
The piece contrasts reformist lawmakers guided by votes with principled men who speak bold truths, noting some fear party pressure. It then describes farmers facing weather delays after a large rain, explaining how threshing delays, early demand, and wet straw affect grain quality and prices as crews push to finish first.
Clarence Darrow, Chicago lawyer, is acquitted of bribing a juryman in the McNamara case after a Los Angeles trial. The jury credited his strong defense, and two jurors greeted him on verdict. The article also notes President Taft vetoed a bill to remove classified clerks after seven years, opposing spoils system style reform.
General William Booth, commander in chief of the Salvation Army, died near London last Tuesday. He was a dynamic religious and philanthropic force, organizing practical welfare work worldwide. He led with a singular aim and natural leadership throughout his life.
The campaign manager cannot claim nearly all electoral votes and shows little enthusiasm. Critics note those publishing claims avoid lacking political optimism. Senator Cummins pushes a six year single presidential term, and would accept half that length if longer terms are unattainable.
The piece from the Dubuque Telegraph-Herald critiques Roosevelt as a driven, ambitious leader whose public morals are flawed yet justifies his aims as right. It argues he stands above laws, possessing courage virtue and wisdom, and is portrayed as the singular voice of leadership for Armageddon and a battle for the Lord.
A Linn county harvest home and soldiers reunion is planned for Doggon on August 27 and 28. The report notes community events, property sales, and local obituaries from the area.
The library adds numerous titles across history science fiction and education including Under Colonial Colors by Tomlinson German Flemish and Dutch Painting Buxton Entertainment for Every Occasion Yendes Martin Hyde Masefield Nat Brown Joan Taggart Cock-a-doodle Hill Haines Domestic Science in The Grammar Grades Wilson and more Authors include Williston Altsheler and Altsheler Stover of Yale Johnston Henryk.
The Sioux City Journal extols William Howard Taft as loyal to conscience with pure motives and unselfish aims to aid fellow citizens. It condemns Democratic opposition as treachery and predicts a future reckoning for those who betray his trust and the Republican cause.
Public life activity includes George Stuhler’s house nearing completion, a 10th birthday for Miss Cora Mead, and Mrs. Will Jenkins visiting from Nebraska. The county fair awards bread to Mrs. W. D. Boswell. notable deaths and marriages occur, including O S Schultz and J A Kaylor wed, and Arthur Fairbanks and Maggie Black married.
Dubuque district court ruled against Brad Hopkins former Wales hotel manager in a suit to restrain the executors of O H Wallas from continuing control of the Wales hotel. Hopkins claimed surviving partnership rights but the court did not find him a partner or in force at death. M W Herrick represented the executors.
Special notice lists a bid invitation for 150 tons of Christopher six inch Illinois coal to be delivered at Center Junction or Amber by November 1. Bids must be received by the board of supervisors on or before noon of September. County Auditor Louis Gardner signs as the county official.
Dr. L. G. Stubler conducts eye testing and fitting of glasses, offering complete vision service.
A heavy rainstorm last Sunday night drenched Castle Grove and surrounding areas with about six inches of rain. Floodwaters swelled streams and breached fences while bridges became impassable on Monday. The rainfall revived pastures and boosted crops, with reports of wheat and oats yields improving across nearby farms.
Extracts from a letter by Rev Oswald Helsing now in Downs Illinois describe happiness with the new location and work, noting enthusiasm for forming a local boy scout group and praising the parish house and nearby church built five years ago. A Sunday storm caused bridge and fence washouts and two barns burned including Howard Norris barn with machinery loss except mower and buggy house.
Onslow reports extensive damage from a pair of storms Monday night and Tuesday morning. A newly finished house on Frank Allen’s farm suffered window breakage and corner openings resembling an explosion. Estimated damage is about 1000, insured. Several residents travel or relocate amid transportation delays from washouts.
Five cows perished in a barn fire at Oliver Hansen’s farm while two survived. Anamosa ball trip yielded a decisive win for the C. J. team against Prairieburg. Injuries were reported when Guy McDonald suffered a fractured collarbone after a motorcycle mishap on the return from Anamosa. Several townsfolk visited, hosted guests, and attended fairs and church events, with local families noted across Springville Monticello Davenport Wilton and Grundy Center areas.
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