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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1926
Page
7
A discussion of social upheaval with Dr Cadman on individual responsibility, the church as a stabilizing force, and a report on the Hail murder case costs in Somerset County New Jersey. It notes escalating trial expenses and asks about fiscal burdens on taxpayers amid the crime case.
Chicago adopts a 3 a.m. curfew forcing cabarets to close after midnight. Two council members opposed, defending local liberty. A note mentions a baby named after Henry Ford at DeWitt and Henry Ford Coop in Clinton County.
Peoria argues Representative Dickinson of Iowa condemns the business men’s commission on agriculture as an unofficial filibuster against farm relief legislation. The piece questions taste and temper, urges cooperation with the chamber of commerce, and blames hysteria and extremist leadership for farm relief troubles.
The piece praises Calvin Coolidge as a careful prudent leader fit to manage public funds. It contrasts his steady, conservative approach with more imaginative presidents noting his appeal lies in budget mastery. It stresses cautious surplus handling and warns against reckless optimism.
Muscatine Journal reports a growing peddler scam in Carroll where buyers paid 70 cents a pound for allegedly home cured hams. The meat was actually inferior brine cured seconds sold by a packing house, with the seller using his own scales and disappearing after the sale.
A compilation of short quotes from Greensboro Record Baltimore Sun Dayton Daily News San Francisco Chronicle and Sioux City Tribune reflecting on farming origins success gender wit and everyday life with humorous asides about motorcars illnesses and home. The lines spotlight social stereotypes and practical insights from mid century press.
Postmaster George Guyan urges early mailing to handle a likely Christmas rush. New postmaster general Harry S New sets rules: wrap fragile items, use crating, write clear addresses, include return cards, keep parcels under four inches in length plus girth and under 70 pounds, and prepay postage. Officials cite nationwide congestion from last minute gifts and cards and advise early shopping and mailing to ensure arrival by Christmas.
Independence Bulletin-Journal notes a Virginia area between Richmond and the cave country where car engines stall for about 30 yards. Locals report stalled cars, advise pushing the vehicle after hood opening, then engines resume. The mystery has puzzled scientists with government attempts to locate a cause.
New York World reports from Northfield Minnesota that St Olaf College centers its campus life on the celebrated choir. Students prize choir participation over football, and the austere choir music lends a monkish atmosphere, contrasting with typical college spirit and crowds.
The article notes imperfect reflection of woman emancipation in fashion. Short skirts and bobbed hair symbolize freedom and equality, while lipstick and powder puff imply lingering traditional expectations. Women face life boldly yet in silk stockings and high heels, confronting taboos with steady gaze. The piece links expanding roles with cosmetics use.
Rommell Augustine of Rose Hill aims for education and funds. He won a $110 county scholarship for Iowa State College and enrolled in a three month winter term in agriculture. He trapped fur bearing animals this fall to cover expenses for another term and will enroll again at Ames on January 8.
The Iowa weather and crop division reports December 1 corn at 56 cents, same as last year, with production down 79 million bushels to 413,596,000 and value about 231,608,000. Oats total 195,962,000 bushels valued at 68,687,000. total Iowa crop value 464,086,000, the smallest in five years, though hog marketing at good prices offers a bright note amid broader declines.
Iowa farm statistics show 1925 total income at 712,138,294 with hogs leading at 256,739,507 and dairy products at 121,000,000. Livestock sales total 339,466,294 and livestock products 198,215,000, including poultry and wool. Crop sales add 141,000,000 with farm inventories up 33,458,000.
A collage of editorials and snatches from various papers comments on events and personages. Notable lines reference the Washington monument jump Valentino messages corn husking bees and Vesuvius effects on Italy's box office while noting crop impacts on the cotton market and the weather’s effect on pumpkins and coal bins.
R S Herrick secretary of the Iowa Horticultural society reports Iowa exhibitors won 73.1 percent of cash premiums at the Mid-West Horticultural show in Des Moines. The remaining 26.9 percent went to twelve competing states. Honey and home canned departments drew keen competition and 86.4 percent of main show premiums were claimed. State officials praised the quality of exhibits.
The Carroll Herald argues that Nebraska has fewer bank failures than Iowa due to a camouflage guaranty law that preserves many weak banks. It warns of a reckoning soon as sound banks fund the guaranty and depositors’ reserves are drawn down, predicting Nebraska deposits sent for safekeeping will face a rude awakening.
The Philadelphia Bulletin declares progress comes from work and contrasts how different professions handle mistakes. It urges personal effort as the key to improvement and societal advancement. It also notes practical farming wisdom like hauling manure in winter to prevent spring rush and nutrient leaching.
Mr and Mrs D 8 Gritman of Springville celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on December 6 but a bout of illness prevented any public celebration. All the children and families joined in the quiet observance.
Thirty years ago December brought a birth in Langworthy and another in Wayne township. Deaths included Mrs. J H Batchelder at 33 and Thomas Kehoe, with other locals passing in Castle Grove Wayne and Jones counties. The Deer Creek creamery burned. several residents secured jobs. two dozen births recorded. and education and church notes among Monticello residents.
The Richland Center Presbyterian Church hosts a Christmas program on December 23 at 7 45 p m featuring a pageant The Greatest Gift and a children's entry list with Faith Hope and Gratitude themes. Participants include Fannie Hicks Wanda Ely Leonard Wismeier Naomi Hein Lenora Hein Herbert Balsiger Bernice Allen Grace Sackett Dorothy Sackett Leonard Sackett and Barbara Ely with singing by Barbara Ely and the congregation. Santa Claus distribution of gifts follows the program with Fannie Hicks Naomi Hein Lenora Hein and Bernice Allen taking part.
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