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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1908
Page
1
The article argues university and college curricula push advanced and elective subjects into secondary schools, increasing costs and demanding early mastery from teens. It quotes President Searley of the State Normal School criticizing the shift and urging high schools to resist and unite to control their own standards.
Frank J. Stillman surveys congressional rituals from a Washington correspondent view. He recounts house and senate fights, the mace as authority, committee appointments, and how leaders Williams DeArmond and Tillman figures shape the session ahead in a vivid, insider tone.
The Cedar Rapids Republican reports Bernard Murphy of Vinton will run in the Republican primaries for lieutenant governor. He is praised for honesty, wide Iowa acquaintances, and steady judgment. The piece also critiques Attorney General Byers in Davenport over enforcement of liquor laws and suggests a state marshal law could have closed Davenport’s saloons.
A witty New Year note echoes Shakespearean flair urging steadfast commitment. It contrasts a firm resolution with a playful jab about relinquishing romantic aims, framing a lighthearted, self aware pledge to stay the course.
Kulp received a reprimand and the governor is expected to maintain a serious stance to deliver the rebuke effectively. The episode centers on disciplinary action within state circles and the governor’s handling of the official censure.
A brief note highlights leap year and the proverb that the race is to the swift, urging girls to remember time and speed as a life reminder.
The Chicago Tribune notes Iowa Republicans dominate major committees in both chambers through long service. Nine terms by one member, eight by two, and others reflect voter reluctance to rotate. Senate leader Allison cited as a powerful figure, shaping measures across foreign affairs and military policy.
The Tracer Star-Clipper notes Tama county newspapers split on Cummins Senate bid. The Toledo Chronicle and Tama Herald oppose him, while the Star-Clipper backs Allison for governor but not a swap while the senator remains strong. Dysart Reporter favors Allison's re election. Cummins carried Tama county last year but the race differs now.
Forty years back in January Monticello saw 337 pupils in the graded school and hog prices from $4 to $5.25 per hundred. Slade sold the Union House for 2700 dollars, Rev J K Nutting began duties, and the Congregational church was dedicated with offerings over 2200 dollars. Local men challenged Anamosa in billiards, Monticello won by 284 points, and notable marriages and civic changes occurred including C E Wales resigning as county supervisor.
It is reported that Senators Allison and Dolliver and the Iowa delegation favor Taft’s nomination. Representative Kennedy may back Cannon. Governor Cummins also reportedly supports Taft, suggesting Republicans from Iowa may unite behind the secretary.
We publish an account of the life and death of Grandma Peak of Jones County from the Monticello Express. Born in 1837 she witnessed Iowa’s early days before territorial government. Related to General Grant, she stood as a brave pioneer and a beloved, kind contributor to her community.
A Kennebec Journal report notes that a ring of professional burglars is circulating an unusually large amount of hoarded money, suggesting coordinated thefts across multiple neighborhoods and heightened police activity this week.
Carrie Nation, a notable temperance advocate in Fort Worth, states she will never kiss a man who chews tobacco, aligning with her anti tobacco reform stance amid local discourse.
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