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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1921
Page
5
A Washington conference faces monumental tasks as it seeks to ease European distress, reduce naval spending, and settle Pacific tensions. It weighs debt forgiveness, currency issues, and Anglo American trade, while noting England's high liquor costs and education board overreach in Illinois.
The piece mocks H G Wells for harsh talk about nations placing self interest over brotherhood. It argues France clings to its security and army, ignoring Wells teaching of a united world order centered on his philosophy and The Outline of History.
The New York Tribune criticizes Anatole France for judging Sacco and Vanzetti's murder case as a crime of opinion. It notes the Massachusetts court ruled on the paymaster killing, and defends the criminal justice system from political theory alone. France is accused of aligning with Leninist and Trotskyist views.
Chicago editorial urges the United States to scrap warships if others do the same. It argues American sacrifices under the Hughes plan exceed proposals to Japan or Britain and that a public conference session could end bargaining. The piece says the people of enlightened nations back a firm stance.
The Iowa State college at Ames reports an increase of 500 students from last year. Other regional items note civic projects in Central City Tipton and Manchester and local crime and education developments.
Mrs L G Clute of the Manchester Press recalls the arrival of the Illinois Central at Dyersville and Hartville and the hardships of pioneer travel. She notes grain shipments by wagon with mud obstacles, weddings, and pioneer lunches using turnips, contrasting past privations with modern ease.
Iowa State College poultry department reports installing electric lights can raise farm flock egg production by 40 to 60 percent and recoup costs quickly. Trials show longer working day improves output. lights can run from 4 a.m. to daylight and again from dusk to 6:30 p.m. An automated timer linked to a mousetrap can start lights without daily owner attention. Proper feeding maintains hens in trim for midsummer production.
The Ohio State Journal notes that ratifications of the treaty have been exchanged and perfect peace with Germany exists though lingering anti monarchy sentiment remains. It mentions concern over the former crown prince’s condition, stating it cannot be said improved.
Confidence rises as Wall Street notes a firm tone in steel districts and manufacturing. Grain and livestock markets strengthen while foreign trade improves, and the Interstate Commerce Commission considers rail rate cuts to spur recovery.
Dairy experts at Town State College advise treating each cow as an individual for milk production. High producers need more feed, balance is essential, and rations should include silage and a mix of corn oats and meals. Home grown grains reduce costs and raise profits.
In Cedar Rapids the congress has passed much to aid farmers yet tasks remain a balance of policy and real growth. The Times-Republican argues prisoners like Debs will see release via broad amnesty, urging critics to retract public pressure.
Home economics experts at Town State College warn fats greases and oils poured into sinks cause clogs. Use caustic potash and water to clear slow drains but it can damage porcelain. Porcelain sinks last longer when polished and washed daily.
The New York Tribune notes open diplomacy sparks bitter jest but says Parr is wrong to blame open talks for failure. Des Moines Register argues the Washington conference must aim for a concrete program and working naval arms accord to ease tax burdens and prevent anti allied sentiment. Iowa and the western coast fear renewed naval arms race and regional costs.
A bus travels in heavy rain when a conductor invites a gentleman to offer a seat to a lady. A buxom passenger accepts and sits on his knee. The man learns her destination and exclaims the address is his own house. The woman reveals she is the new cook at that home.
The United States Department of Agriculture calls for volunteers to join a nationwide rat extermination drive. Officials warn a single farm removal yields little long term effect unless every community cooperates. The pledge urges neighbors to act now and join the crusade for lasting rat control.
Dispatch from Des Moines says the Iowa code revision is completed at an estimated cost of 100000 dollars. Gov Harding and Gov Kendall declined to call an extraordinary session to act on it, and the issue is whether to proceed with the revision outside regular sessions. The labor and cost are questioned if not acted upon.
The Springfield Mass Republican argues against immediate war with Japan. It says the country cannot wage a successful far eastern offensive for years and that preparing would be prohibitive. It urges using the naval holiday and moral force in cooperation with Great Britain to curb Japan’s ambitions.
The article foresees the permanent victory of prohibition with stringent enforcement. It notes anti beer sentiment fading and saloons forced out as intoxicating drinks decline. It hints at the shift of efforts toward the broader drinkers and the public mood.
Iowa State College animal husbandry department issues two circulars on Dressing and Cutting Beef on the Farm and Dressing and Handling Mutton and Lamb on the Farm. Circulars available by sending to the Bulletin editor at Ames. Pittsburgh Dispatch notes a laboratory heart beat reproduction on a wire as a safer alternative in a breach of promise case.
Hilah Hutton appointed administratrix by the Jones County Iowa district court for the estate of Charles A Hutton deceased. Creditors must file claims with the clerk sworn and timely. debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa November 14 1921. Doxsee Doxsee Attorneys for Estate.
The undersigned will receive sealed bids for about 45 cords of green second growth hardwood to be delivered before April 1, 1922 to the schools in Scotch Grove township. Bids open December 3, 1921 at 7 p.m. We reserve the right to reject any bids. J W Hutton and G J Hughes sign. Also bulls for sale Hereford stock hogs Polish China healthy. Farm near Monticello known as Faber homestead Cedar Valley Hereford Farm. J L Weber & Sons. Route No 1 Cascade Iowa.
Public notice states that Jones county Iowa executor of the estate of Fannie McLees deceased asks all creditors to file sworn claims with the court clerk within legal time and all debtors to promptly pay to the undersigned. Dated Anamosa Iowa June 7 1921. T. Cella Bobleter executrix Doxsee Doxsee attorneys for the estate.
A Des Moines Register snippet notes a figure and associates his departure with a farewell effort. The phrase implies a transition from earnings to retirement or quitting, with emphasis on the personal stance toward funds.
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