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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1919
Page
6
The piece analyzes opposition to Kendall's gubernatorial candidacy over alleged hyperbolic remarks. It favors Lieutenant Governor Moore as a practical nonorator candidate, notes clothing price inflation tied to excess profits tax, and mentions Governor Harding's retirement plans. It closes with reflections on political ambition and a fatal train collision near Perry echoing safety lessons.
A five day hunger strike by Red prisoners in New York ends with little public concern. The inmates express surprise that their fate, whether alive or dead as Reds, fails to draw attention.
The Cedar Rapids Republican argues that quotas and organized sectors push living costs higher and that farmers in Iowa are getting only sixty cents on the dollar for cattle and hogs while prices rise. It contends city workers may strike to resist mismanagement and demand wage gains, urging action.
The piece argues for swift action against alleged anarchists during a hunger strike and deportation hearings at Ellis Island. It calls for aggressive enforcement, fewer delays, and returning dissenters to Europe, urging officials to ignore red tape and act decisively.
The Lincoln Journal suggests ultra conservative citizens will confront the Labor Party’s platform now linked to the North Dakota nonpartisan league. It argues the Labor Party endorses much of the ND plan and could align briefly before diverging on vital issues, risking a shift in public support.
The Kansas City Star argues free speech is essential to liberty yet does not protect advocating murder or violent overthrow. It cites Milton on open debate and urges Congress to curb violence by enacting laws addressing European radical influence. Public safety and liberty are weighed against criminal misuse of speech.
Sioux Falls editors caution railroad brotherhoods to weigh public mood before pursuing direct action and wage demands. They warn a strike now would strain public patience and worsen outcomes for all, including the third party involved in the dispute.
A Manchester press anecdote recalls an evangelist lamenting cars cutting church attendance as a Ford car allegedly sends more people to hell. A back seat brother coins a counter joke praising Ford for always getting back, adding a light note to the debate.
The Iowa City University considers shutting down until the coal strike ends as it reports only ten days of coal supply remain. The article notes local incidents and small-town events including a wrecked wagon with injuries, a long-forgotten hen surviving 121 days, a surprise anniversary, and a not guilty verdict in a murder case.
The article describes Venus as a brilliant morning star near Earth at its brightest. It notes Venus casts a distinct shadow, halo when clouds pass, and compares Venus to Earth as a near twin. Details include size, weight, atmosphere, and temperate climate with extensive cloud cover.
The piece notes increased goodwill toward banks as more people use banking services. Improved banking laws and systems have reduced failures over five years, with even small towns boasting well run banks and post offices. Courtesy from bank officials and staff is increasingly common.
The Burlington Hawkeye argues that first class farmhands deserve higher pay and status, noting the farm requires a long apprenticeship and wide knowledge. It challenges the idea that anyone can easily switch from factory work to farmhand duties, as broad adaptability is essential.
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader notes the 160 day session produced 14,000,000 words deemed casualties on the Congressional Record with many pages marked by heavy losses of prose and debate.
The November term reconvened with Judge Ellison. Civil and probate entries include dismissals, sales reports approved, estates and guardianships continued or finalized, and multiple probate will acceptances with notices. Criminal entries show pleas to assault and guilty pleas, with sentences to state facilities and costs, plus continuations and arraignments.
The University of Iowa extension service surveyed several Iowa counties and found on average two dollars left the community for every dollar spent locally. One county seat town showed five dollars going out for each dollar spent in town. The extension urges merchants to advertise aggressively to keep business within the state and curb mail order leakage.
A Chicago to Milwaukee train draws laughter as passengers joke about milking cows during the ride. In Bradley South Dakota an engineer on the Minneapolis and St. Louis loses teeth in a cab incident, halting the train while crew recover them.
The Omaha World Herald notes Mexico could respond rapidly to the shooting of a man identified as Gen Angeles, highlighting potential swift government action and diplomatic response.
This December 1899 Monticello Express roundup records infant deaths and several marriages including David Mundell to Marie A. Harris, Peter Jacklin’s death, and numerous local clergy changes. It notes the Argand post office closure and a proposed rural mail route, with other obituaries spanning Mrs. Sutherland to Mrs. Deischer.
Mrs Elmer Kurt and her sister Miss Laura Murray travel from Monticello to Cresco for the wedding of schoolmate Miss Alice Whaien. Laura will then visit Minneapolis with friends and relatives.
The Columbus Dispatch notes a renewed census looming as minority counts may be smaller this time. The Washington Post reports a fierce clash in Congress as the Esch and Cummins factions confront each other over railroad legislation.
Dispatches from Juarez report Francesco Villa captured by his own men and held for surrender to Carranza forces, with Chihuahua state offering 60 000 pasos reward. Farral federal headquarters notified the capture by rebels. Date noted as yesterday.
The fuel bureau decreed coal delivery shall be confined to specific priority groups: Federal government (Army, Navy), state and municipal institutions and private hospitals, public utilities, and various buildings and industries. It details plants supplying utilities, stores, residences, cold storage, creameries, milk plants, petroleum refinements, and critical protection needs.
The piece proclaims health as the greatest asset and notes that most people underestimate its worth. It argues that society often neglects preventive care and wellness amid busier modern lives.
A brief note suggests cooperation between capital and labor to prevent friction amid rising tensions. The snippet hints at efforts to unite business interests and workers, aiming for stability in a period of economic strain.
District Court in Jones County Iowa announces probate for the last will and testament of Conrad Pfeil deceased filed December 2 1919 with final proof and probate set for December 4 1919 at the November term. All interested may appear to contest admission to probate and the court clerk is A A Clarke.
Wartime pest control pitch urges home owners to use RAT SNAP to wipe out rats seen as disease carriers from European battlefields. Three sizes 25 cents 50 cents and 1.00 sold by W. W. Stickford and druggists.
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