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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1912
Page
1
The Anamosa Eureka notes B E Rhinehart of Herrick Cash Rhinehart may seek the Republican nomination but argues senior partner Mr Herrick is better suited and more deserv ing after years of public service. It suggests Rhinehart, though capable, should wait for his turn.
Tipton, Iowa. Judge Freichler of Tipton is a candidate for the Iowa Supreme Court. The Fifth District has not held a seat since Judge Rothrock’s retirement twenty years ago. Judge Treichler, serving a third term in the eighteenth district, is praised for patient, thorough nisi prius rulings and strong backing from Jones County supporters.
Cedar Rapids Republican rebukes The Des Moines Evening Tribune for alleging graft by ninety nine county boards while defending Polk county supervisors. The critic says reflections are unfounded yet notes widespread malice and cites Jones county as free of such intimations.
The piece argues the Iowa Democratic Party risks defeat if whiskey advocates take control of the state convention and push liquor friendly policies. It cites Senator Moon and others defending high standards and warns Nebraska's Roosevelt supporter may force a presidential primary entry, noting folly in Bryan's plans and the absurdities of the primary system.
The piece urges timely debts payments at the new year. It praises bill collectors and debtors who settle accounts promptly, noting that payments avoid friction and clear the slate for the year. It emphasizes mutual responsibility and prompt action to set accounts straight.
A remark by Dr. Wiley suggests a return to trusted home cooking with adulterated mince meat replaced by the kind “Mother used to make” and avoiding any “black man” appearing at night, reflecting era racial language and culinary reform.
The piece critiques Success magazine for radical reform zeal and discrediting those in power, noting its quick loss of readers. It contrasts Waterloo Courier's 64 page issue praising a growing city and booster culture, and comments on Roosevelt’s stance on peace versus force.
Wisconsin senator Robert M. La Follette in a Taft state speech expresses approval of women’s suffrage. He implies support for suffrage states like California and other equal suffrage regions as a likely outcome.
Cedar Rapids lawyer Frank F. Dawley announces his run for supreme judge. The article lauds his culture, legal ability, and high standing at the bar.
Old members of the flying squadron gather in Des Moines for a reunion while Mr. Cummins eases off strong declarations of a presidential bid.
The Savery house delegates plan a bigger banquet as the Holden candidacy triggers renewed prairie enthusiasm and organizational activity.
The piece argues Robert M. LaFollette signals a radical shift in 1912 politics, portraying him as a socialist and anti Republican. It cites Ohio speeches and recalls later judicial recall ideas as attacks on constitutional governance, noting opposition from Chicago papers.
The Sioux City Tribune and Cedar Rapids Republican reflect on Dolliver Allison and Deliver, arguing political strain and unspecified worries shortened their lives. They claim Dolliver died from political anxiety and delirium, Allison from age and stress, and Deliver from a weak heart amid political battles.
The article notes that producing an annual message of about 6000 words signals a strong move toward seeking renomination and re election, reflecting political strategy and public accountability in the era.
A roundup of Iowa items notes DeWitt raising its saloon license to 4800 dollars annually and planning a two line canning plant for a burned Marengo facility. It reports earthquakes felt at Dubuque and Davenport and covers local deaths, marriages, legal cases, and civic actions across Cedar and Clinton counties.
Dr W and Guthrie and wife visited from New York to see his father Uncle Peter Guthrie. Harper Zollar, ISU astronomy professor also studies chemistry during holiday week. Mrs 8 P Whorpe and Ayla plan winter south first to Jacksonville Florida then onward. C E Merriam visited Hopkinton friends last Thursday as a Chicago Illinois political reform figure active in progressive circles.
Sioux City Journal notes Hon. M. E Olmstead representative from the Eighteenth Pennsylvania district will not seek re election completing his eighth term. It praises his high rank in the house within a limited field of common sense and other men of his class are dropping out for similar reasons.
The Stone City Journal notes Roosevelt’s opposition to Taft style arbitration treaties. It suggests his objections mix militant readiness to fight with distrust of conciliation, and questions whether personal motives overshadow broader peace aims, eroding esteem among seasoned arbitration supporters.
The Anamosa community favors B. E. Rhinehart as a Republican candidate for representative. Rhinehart, a 1897 admitted attorney in Jones County, would be the first local lawyer in the house since 1894. The piece notes his potential willingness to leave legal practice for legislative service and Des Moines duties.
The piece cites growing public confidence in President Taft and the Republican Party, noting the opposition comes mainly from politicians. It argues Taft remains the party leader with increasing personal popularity as prospects brighten. An ordinance from Monticello allocates funds to perpetually lawn and care for cemetery lots with specific conditions and reporting duties.
A Chicago note observes that a man deemed a good fellow by local boys often shows a harsher side at home. The saying contrasts May and December marriages with conflict and mutual disappointment. A young woman contemplates how a husband’s habits might reflect a lack of care from his wife.
Sioux Falls Argus Leader notes Senator Kenyon’s plan to save taxpayers $20,000 yearly by abolishing the senatorial barber shop draws more attention than Taft linked reforms. The piece hints Taft could receive credit if the plan passes.
Judge F O Ellison received a supreme court order detailing him for duty in the Blackhawk county district court during February. Judge Ransier of the Blackhawk court was assigned to a water case elsewhere, prompting Ellison to hold court at Waterloo.
A Topeka Capital humorous line notes before marriage a man seeks a new overcoat and after marriage he desires one with a new over coat, reflecting a light take on plans and domestic life.
The Kansas City Star notes the fate of the veteran Washington correspondent who once announced that Secretary Wilson would resign on January 1, and asks what has become of his forecast now.
Real estate transfers listed from various towns involve Ludvik Michalek to Ed ward H Powlishta for Lot 1 and 2 Block 3 Lathrops add Oxford Junction valued at 326 dollars. Josephine Fortney to Andrew Loop and F A Bort for 80 ft Lot 1 Block 50 Wyoming valued at 550 dollars. Sarah Kennedy to VY L Hanssen and I D Slauson for 19 interest in Lot 1 Rail road add Monticello valued at 111.12 dollars. Barbara Curtin to John H Perrine for Lots 88 89 Davidsons 3rd add Monticello valued at 360 dollars. Nathan Elliott to Charles Spear for land in Sec 8 Rome Twp and Sec 34 Jackson Twp valued at 10844 dollars. P W Mitchell to O H Gardner for Lot 7 Block 1 Walnut Fork add Olin valued at 3100 dollars. W A Hogan sheriff to Citizens Savings Bank for 34 interest Sec 17 Hale Twp valued at 1644 dollars. Peter Duncan to John Wurzbacher for part of swiffely Sec 12 Greenfield Twp 12.15 acres valued at 250 dollars.
John Leonard proprietor announces a public sale at the John Hennesy farm two miles north and one mile east of Prairieburg near Nickel Plate creamery on Tuesday January 9 1912. Items include 8 horses 15 cattle 40 hogs 100 chickens 25 tons Timothy hay 800 bushels corn 100 bushels oats 60 shocks corn fodder and various farm machinery with free lunch and terms to be announced day of sale. Auctioneers Frank Byrne and U I Buckley. Clerk listed.
An appeals offer promotes a yearly mail subscription to The Register and Leader through 1918 with daily and Sunday editions and a big illustrated magazine section. It promises unbiased, comprehensive news coverage during the 1912 campaign and urges subscribing via postmasters, rural carriers, newsdealers, or The Express publisher.
The Silas Sama farm 160 acres with 20 acres timber in Cass township near Anamosa will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder. The sale occurs at the Anamosa courthouse on Saturday January 13 1912 at 10 o clock a m. The farm is offered under court orders to settle the Sams estate.
110 acre farm for sale three miles east of Ryan. all plow land in good condition with good fences and level terrain. Sold right. Contact J. Q. Gavin Hopkinton Iowa. 2314.
The Washington Post notes Iowa has adopted an official trademark showing a hawk s head inside a cogwheel. The cogwheel pays tribute to some of her distinguished sons and reflects state heritage.
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