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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1910
Page
3
A collection of vignettes and quips notes on aviation dangers fancy hats and cosmetics a New York college infantile paralysis concern rising Indiana population trends horse show and matrimony gossip mix of humor and social commentary with brief local references and national curiosities.
A Western woman suggests raffling herself for a dollar a chance to marry, a stunt that underscores the playful and provocative view of matrimony in the context. The idea drew wide attention and reflects satirical commentary on marriage norms.
A Washington woman washes all the paper money she receives to keep it clean. The remark notes that not everyone fusses over dirt, since a hungry man may be drawn to a little dirty money.
Statistics tie April and September to a tendency to go crazy and to hunches that push some men to seek public office. The note links mental state to political ambition.
Ten baby seals from the Bering Sea have been moved inland for a winter experiment. If they thrive, this could enable raising sealskin coats in inland waters.
American brides entering Germany face ad valorem duty on their wedding outfits and the counts and barons they bring may incur low costs if duty is assessed by value.
The report notes women's hat sizes are being reduced while male buyers have not realized the price drop applies proportionally. The piece highlights a gendered consumer dynamic with implied savings for one group.
The Philadelphia Inquirer notes reduced drinking among men yet questions rising internal revenue. It suggests consulting 1910 census figures to understand the paradox and aid your brother.
A returning traveler who ignored her father’s warning and paid an $800 fine for not declaring dutiable items discovers her Uncle Samuel will not tolerate any nonsense.
The article explains that Wangar, a French term used with flying machines, means a shed where an airplane is kept when not in use. It notes shed is short and learning hangar is harder than rolling the tongue for chauffeur.
A New Jersey man wins a divorce citing his wife flirting as the ground. The piece notes flirting as a potential statutory ground and predicts a busy winter for divorce courts as behavior by women is described as natural and historical.
An English statesman argues that American dollars are a potent factor in English politics. He asserts money shapes most world matters and that the United States seeks to exert influence widely through financial power.
The Iowa General Assembly will be asked to raise annual funding for Ames extension and short course work. Backers hope to lift from 32 000 to 132 000 dollars, arguing the program boosts farm yields, soil conservation and rural population, with broader county reach and long term state benefits.
The public library committee has received a letter from Andrew Carnegie stating the $10,000 grant is now available for library purposes in Missouri Valley.
Herbert Quick editor of Yarm and Fireside addressed agricultural students at the college on Some Phases of Agricultural Journalism. The well known novelist and short story writer spoke to the audience about journalism in farming communities.
Investigators probing the state medical building blast in Iowa City found several corpses burned amid the fire. Damage stemmed mainly from smoke and water, with structural harm noted from the incident.
The Northern Iowa Poultry and Corn association hosts a large show in Gowrie on January 2. About 540 prizes are offered across poultry and corn divisions.
Large residence of N A Lind three miles north of town burned completely with loss near 4000 dollars. Origin of the fire unknown. Partially covered by insurance.
Creston notes the highest price ever paid for a Montgomery county farm at $205 per acre. Frank Iddins sold to Cal Danlinger for a highly productive acre field northeast of Red Oak.
Mrs Clara Cresswell won a district court verdict for 10000 against wealthy merchant Ms BR Wainwright over injuries from being struck by Wainwright's automobile. She sued for 25000, seeking personal injury damages.
Father Edward Slattery of Garryowen is appointed pastor of St. Josephs church in Waterloo to succeed the late Father Cooney.
The Home Market club based in Boston but with nationwide members remains active after elections. Tariff reformers mock the club, but the article argues that the US home market, with 24 billion dollars in annual production and exports under 2 billion, sustains vast domestic consumption despite foreign competition.
The Kansas City Journal editorializes that Indiana would have elected Beveridge by a wide margin, noting his progressive stance and support for the Roosevelt era. It cites his advocacy for a tariff commission and his consistent alignment with downward tariff revision. It asserts the nation loses a fighter and predicts a future return to the Senate.
The Payne tariff cuts the average duty by eleven percent and raises some luxury levies while keeping common food prices steady. Imports free of duty reach a record high of 109 million dollars in its first year, with lower overall duties than the Wilson law. It creates a customs court and tariff board to better compare domestic and foreign production costs.
Congressman Fassett declares the Republican party as the enduring affirmative in history praising Lincoln McKinley Roosevelt and Taft for emancipation of individuals industry communities and law. He contrasts Republicans construction with Democrats opposition and urges loyalty to past achievements.
A shoty quip reflects a mishearing about a horse named colt and his entry in a running race. Inline humor shows spectators debating the odds as confusion over a misinterpreted betting outcome arises.
The article argues Taft will pursue an independent, aggressive agenda in a Democratic House after March 4, aiming to force Democrats to defend popular reforms in 1912. It notes risk of obstructed measures and discusses possible tariff policy shifts and the Payne tariff's merits and needed fixes.
Taft states no amendment to interstate commerce or anti trust laws is needed now and calls for enforcing existing laws while watching their impact. He emphasizes economy in government, greater foreign trade, home industry growth, and restoring capital confidence as priorities.
Democratic newspapers advise caution after a supposed victory with many tariff reform advocates urging a slow approach. They question quick revocation of the Republican tariff while acknowledging internal Democrats’ grudging acceptance of the current system.
The passage calls the Republican party to respond to popular demand by March 4, urging decisive action during its remaining months of control. It warns against hesitating in policy and specifically highlights potential tariff changes on cotton, wool, and rubber.
The article argues the space above mercury in thermometers cannot be a true vacuum. It notes occasional air presence and mercury vapor, cites Harper's Weekly, and contends any transient vacuum would be refilled by air or vapor from vessel sides, ending the vacuum immediately. High authority reportedly denies true vacuum and suggests vessel walls would be pressed together if it existed.
A farmer from the city was arrested on cruelty to animals charges after shooting a keon at his house in a misguided attempt to make the creature produce cream. Local authorities investigated the incident and filed formal charges.
A Parisian dresser explains that true elegance comes from tasteful design over rich fabrics. Muslin gowns, trimmed with simple muslin accents, offer graceful style for house wear and occasions. A girl’s version costs around 10 dollars at home, 35 in ready made.
A Frenchwoman’s ten minute regimen freshens a traveler after a long journey. She removes the traveling dress, rubs face and limbs with cold cream or vaseline, rinses with eau de cologne and water, dries, dusts with powder, sprays feet, and applies cologne to hair. The routine leaves the traveler radiant and refreshed.
The guide recommends using a cooked potato to clean and whiten hands after soaking in warm water. Rub halves on backs and fingers to remove stains instead of soap. For ink stains use lemon juice, then pearl ash in water with flame rubbing if needed, avoiding soap to prevent reappearing spots.
The article notes velvet and satin quills used as hat decorations in place of real feathers this season. Velvet strips are cut and stitched to resemble central veins, wired for shape, and can be produced by skilled home sewists, with feather toques sometimes trimmed by these velvet quills.
A silk braid offers embroidery-like charm with less work. The design is stamped for ordinary embroidery and sewn on the outlines by hand. A few filling stitches or French knot centers enhance the hand embroidered look, and colors match new dress shades. Especially effective on pongee and shantung fabrics.
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