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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1913
Page
5
The piece argues Iowa reform laws cripple local fire insurance companies by prohibiting rate agreements, allowing outside firms to dominate and foreclosing profit. It cites the Blanchard and Peterson laws as driving out domestic insurers and hindering interurban rail development, urging scrutiny of legislative impact on competition.
A report claims Wash ington City boys plan to release mice and rats along the suffragette parade route the day before the inauguration. The plot sparks fear among women and prompts calls for swift action, while officials say arrests are unlikely until a culprit acts.
The Washington office filters patronage claims as Democrats weigh rewards while Judge Wade defends fair chance for candidates. Marshalltown backs the daylight saloon bill, praising it for decency and safer streets. Cummins supports the six year term limit. Kenyon and Bristow progressives oppose it. The 16th amendment income tax nears. Des Moines Capital notes Shankland bill fuels saloon tensions. house may fear constitutional change. Brewers appear discouraged.
The article notes a vast rise in Iowa wealth over generations and predicts rapid spending ahead. It highlights auto manufacturers embracing the trend and entering the market early, signaling confidence in continued growth and consumer wealth.
The Des Moines Capital argues for prompt judicial action over adding more judges. It envisions Judge Wade as head waiter in town when the democratic pie is cut and warns that applicants who miss next will be out. The paper urges judges who compel lawyers to try cases promptly or strike them from the docket.
Des Moines aims to assert a tight lead over Chicago in recorded murders and robberies, signaling a close race for the top position among cities noted for violent crime.
Grinnell College women express strong desire to vote and urge fellow students to participate in upcoming elections. Organizers plan voter turnout drives and pledge to help classmates register and cast ballots.
A fragmented clipping notes a political figure favoring principle over office, with contrasting lines from the Washington Post and Toledo Blade about ambition and perception. It hints at a personal credo guiding public life and a light jab at a common ailment as a reader-side aside.
The paper reports a new savings bank organized at LaPorte City. Mt. Vernon plans paving Main Street in the coming season. Several deaths and events are listed including Henry Goerdt of Dyersville, 30, dying of pneumonia in Dubuque Mercy Hospital last Friday, and John Lint near Shellaburg, 19, dying by suicide. The list includes suffrage support in Grinnell, bond issues in Jackson County, mad dog cases, and various local notices from Iowa cities.
Leslie's Weekly notes a leading advertiser who ramps up spending during slow business. He explains that booming times require less effort while downturns demand attention to his goods, securing orders early before competitors act. This strategy, he argues, underpins much of his success.
Springfield Mass Republican discusses Harper's Weekly claim that a $30 weekly income allows automobile ownership. It argues costs appear low only if the owner has time to use it, noting tinkering appeals to some and not to those with limited mechanical skill.
A New York Evening Post editorial condemns the Senate for withholding confirmation of about 1300 Taft appointments to thwart the incoming administration. It argues the tactic treats public offices as spoils and warns it could fuel a political backlash against the victorious party.
The Sionaz City Journal reports difficulties in reorganizing Iowa’s Republican party to include the Progressive faction. Major progressives want a party they can lead, while Senator Cummings hesitates, unsure if enough supporters exist to push a direct bid for a land office or Senate position.
A Topeka State Journal jab notes a federal probe into defining pure water after years spent defining pure liquors. The piece lobs wit at regulatory focus and hints some readers view water as only a chaser.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat reports allies threaten resuming hostilities and now express shock at the possibility of renewed fighting, signaling rising tensions and potential conflict escalation.
Sioux City Journal argues that Democratic opposition to Taft's appointment aims to preserve Democratic jobs. It warns that Democrats may block policy to protect offices, while the precedent could burden them for years, and counters that Republicans could similarly oppose Democratic appointments for years.
A Cedar Rapids Republican column derides English women who protest and supports not overvaluing the suffrage fight. It notes W. A. Beery’s father’s death in Garwin with few details provided.
Major and Mrs. N. G. Winner express heartfelt thanks to friends and fraternal associates for joy at their anniversary party. A. Davidson of Ames, Iowa offers for sale 40 acres of grassland 80 rods west of Monticello with alfalfa, noting five tons per acre annually for 56 years and high quality improvements.
Public sale at C E Bates farm three miles southwest of Monticello and one mile northeast of Langworthy on Wednesday February 12 at 1 o clock. Five head of horses eight sows five shocks of corn three hundred bushels of Champion oats five bushels of yellow seed corn and a full line of farm machinery. Colonel Bill Daly to announce the sale.
Public auction on Tuesday February 11 at 10 30 a m at the Patrick McAleer farm ten miles northwest of Monticello five miles northeast of Prairieburg and four miles southwest of Castle Grove Catholic church selling three head of horses 38 head of cattle 19 head of hogs and farm equipment including hay grain and potatoes. Terms cash under 10 dollars take credit over 10 with bankable note at seven percent. Auctioneers M F Byrne Fr A Doolittle clerks L W Lovell Fred Cramer.
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