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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1914
Page
6
The Nebraska State Journal editor argues modern papers crave amusement over substance. He warns that picture shows, vaudeville, and funny pages erode judgment, boost nervousness, and lower school honor while people chase frivolous pleasures and ignore church commitments.
The Manchester Press summarizes Delaware county consolidated bank statements showing a rediscount item of 128 986 01. The note indicates banks were so loaned out they needed to borrow to meet external investor demand, while Monticello banks met local needs but could have lent more if not tied to outside demands.
The piece claims Villa's murder of Benton exposes Mexico's unready republic politics. It argues strong repression is needed to keep Mexico tranquil and warns the US withdrawal could mirror the Philippines. It notes local figures Vollmer Hull and Ross Moore, its tariff stance, and describes Southern California storm losses and media reactions.
Women recount President Wilson's claim he cannot aid suffrage due to party platform while he disavows the platform's stance on canal tolls. The piece hints at political maneuvering around gubernatorial and senatorial bids, with talk of reviving John Downie and fears among Democrats about losing seats or current jobs.
Wallace Farmer reports that nearly all Scottish land is cultivated by tenants with little desire to own. In England tenancy dominates with rents around 4 percent income. buying is rare unless forced to secure land. Some farms sold to tenants at twenty five years purchase. prices vary from 1600 per acre in gardenable regions to standard high quality holdings.
The article laments the loss of the old custom of greeting strangers and neighbors on the road and across farms. It praises how a simple nod or spoken greeting reflected neighborliness, humanness, and courtesy, contrasting it with today’s perceived decline in social salutation.
Thelowa Farmer of Delaware county reports a three day farmer institute with an average daily attendance near 1000 farmers and wives, peaking at 1200. All sixteen townships sent large delegations, sessions ran morning to afternoon with no evening events or exhibits, crowds listened to diverse discussions.
Mrs. Alice S. Wells argues in Leslie's Weekly that if women abandon shops and factories the economy would collapse. She contends women now perform not only home tasks but crucial factory labor in laundries, stores, factories, and packing houses, making the busy typewriter era possible and underscoring the need for policing among working women.
A Baltimore News item questions a man who says his wife allows him to do as he pleases. The piece labels such an assertion as false or implying the wife is away on an extended visit with relatives.
A grandmother guides Teddy through letters with a playful U exchange. Jessie sends a neighbor for a vacant bag to relay a message. A quip about Quo Vadis and two newsboys prompts a child’s request for attention. Pepi asks to speak about a bathroom water overflow after Papa finishes reading.
A long list of real estate transfers: Dennis Bittner to Philip Langschwager for a4 lots in Walnut Forks. Coppess to F W Rummel. Ireland to Grace Axline. Cramer to W D McLaughlin. Frank Wells to Emily Bowen. Judson Alderman to C M Soper. Don Vrooman to Ambrose Wood. Amelia Schoonover to Oliver Brown. Streeter to George Eade. Olive Saunders to D R Johnson. Zimmerman to H E Lightfoot. Myrick to A W Salvage. Reyner to Samuel Streets. Sarby to Hale Cemetery. Langschwager to O N Patten. Pearl Stout et al to Rosie Rosencrans. O O to Anamosa. Shimanek to C W Balsiger. Ford Clark to Mattie Clark Lake. Brutman to Joseph Wasson. Alderman to W G Kohl. Waddick to Anna McBride. Mary Boxwell to Franklin Myers. Maiden to Clarence Brickley. Brickley to Maiden. Ingwersen to John Koranda. Values range from 1 to 15,747,560 dollars with locations in Hale, Anamosa, Monticello, Olin, Morley, Castle Grove, Wyoming, and other townships.
The American Mortgage and Security Co with capital of 200000 has been organized at Manchester with incorporators J H Trewin O B E Ran sier G W Dunham A M Cloud E C Perkins Rev T B Fleming John Mangold and others. Officers include A M Cloud president J H Trewin vice president F O Waples secretary and H E Henderson treasurer. The firm will conduct a farm loan business. Anna Burns Smith executrix sues Times Journal Dubuque for 15000 in damages over a automobile crash that killed Richard Burns. Bert Frisbie injured by nail through foot at Center Junction. Administrator of Jesse Wells sues Electric Light and Power Co. and its receiver for 15000 after electrocution incident near Anamosa. Delaware County Agricultural Society directors threaten to discontinue the county fair without more support. A 76 acre Maquoketa farm sold last week for 250 per acre.
Atchison Globe notes a saying that aging minds seek ease and comfort, reflecting on the shift in priorities as men near wearier years.
At a regular meeting the Stuart school board announced that Superintendent McCracken will not seek reappointment. The board passed a resolution praising his ten years of service, calling him a strong disciplinarian and capable organizer. The Herald notes his leadership improved the district and its standing in the state.
Drovers Journal reports government plans to inspect every hog entering the Chicago stock yards. Two sick hogs in a load could be condemned and quarantined. temperatures above 105 lead to further condemnation and post mortem exam. Traders fear trade delays but supporters see disease control benefits.
The Omaha World Herald discusses how land value depends on farm product prices and future inflation or money supply. It notes historical land values from 10 to 25 dollars per acre when corn was 10 cents and wheat 40 to 50 cents, versus prices around 200 dollars an acre at high product prices. It cautions investment depends on future crop prices and market conditions.
The late evangelist Sam Jones offered blunt observations about life faith and fame. His remarks include a fast horse and a slow wife line a critique of drunken rulers and a warning to watch overly good men. He also jokes about preachers and worldly temptations reflecting his provocative style.
Mt. Vernon Hawkeye notes that Monticello and nearby towns report clearer sales by local merchants this year. The paper cites growing belief that reduced price clearing sales advertised by stores are genuine as seasons end, contrasting skepticism about similar sales in larger cities.
The Topeka Capital notes critics who opposed Prof Taft in the 1912 campaign have attacked his featured piece in the Sandy Evening Post. It suggests critics fear the professor is not as dead as they claim.
The Jackson township records list cash on hand 871.51 and receipts from the county treasurer totaling 181,? with numerous entries for labor, materials, and dragging costs. Extensive itemized disbursements include lumber, culverts, cement, tile, and fees, totaling 2915.74 with clerical accounting by A L Huggins, clerk.
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