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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1917
Page
1
The president offers lofty, humane peace views yet practical terms are lacking. European powers show no readiness to accept terms, and public support at home is uncertain. Only ongoing discussion and congressional action can shape American policy as war continues.
The piece argues Germany could invade Switzerland, noting 250 000 Swiss troops prepared for conflict and French fortifications along the Jura. It questions global reaction from Holland the Scandinavian states and the United States to a move seen as a potential but controversial military action.
The court upholds state blue sky laws as valid police power to shield citizens from stock fraud. Credit to lay readers as credulous investors are warned against worthless securities and prompted to require disclosure before sales.
The plan combines Jones and Jackson counties in one senatorial seat while Cedar county may be separated. Des Moines lawmakers aim to balance districts, likely moving Jackson from a lone district and seeking a partner for Jones in the new map. The two counties sit in different congressional and judicial districts, reducing shared interests.
A biting editorial argues the anti-tipping statute is a useless law ignored by officials. It complains enforcement is rare and calls for dropping trifling laws while tightening up the stronger ones.
Mr Rowley who opposed Governor Clarke in the primary on the capitol extension issue has reached the legislature and aims for vengeance by introducing a bill in the house authorizing the state to sell land acquired under condemnation proceedings.
A Des Moines committee investigates possible coal combine activity led by a coal dealer as chairman. The probe proceeds with limited public results and unclear findings.
In editorials from the New York Herald the public eye questions whether Tom Lawson plans another book. The Chicago Evening Post lampoons the hen metaphor to critique speculation and April egg production impacts.
The Vinton Eagle criticizes Iowa and North Dakota primary and referendum laws, arguing politicians exaggerate reform and urging wiser election measures. It recalls Gov. Clarke and Gov. Norbeck and notes editorials opposing the American system, predicting a pendulum swing toward prudent election laws by the current legislature.
Senator L. Caswell writes from Des Moines to the Denison Bulletin criticizing Gov. Harding. The letter argues voters who supported Harding and legislators will face disillusion if liquor liberty or lax law enforcement persists. It asserts Harding will enforce all laws after adjournment and keep his campaign promises.
The Oxford Mirror recalls a land title dispute over a Mon ticello parcel once held by Diamond Creamery Co and later by F H Shimanek. The Supreme Court favored Shimanek, ordering the railroad to remove rails and ties within a set time, a deadline extended on rehearing.
The piece argues that those who preach a simple life often do not live it and that rising living costs could push urban dwellers back to farming. It notes high food prices and soil origins as incentives for people to return to agriculture, turning urban movers into committed farmers if successful.
Britt Tribune calls on President Wilson to apologize to Villa and deny U S hard feelings over the Columbus deal while urging Villa to take charge of Mexico with Uncle Sam’s support. It attacks Carranza as a greater fool and Villa as a villain, and laments current policy.
Davenport Times notes Gov. Harding in his inaugural speech cites a ninety day session but printed copies show seventy days. Critics argue the biennial legislature lacks need for hurry while the governor urges careful deliberation. He stresses the legislature as a deliberative body and warns speed may not equal economy.
Dr Frank Crane argues happiness comes from ordinary daily things not grand events. He says a well fitting pair of shoes a smooth digestion a sturdy purse and small appreciations compose true contentment rather than rare fortunes like a million dollars.
Reports of conferences between rail magnates and Attorney General Havner raise questions about liquor transport privileges in Iowa. The talks echo efforts to curb alcohol by limiting railway access, signaling a decisive stance in state policy battles.
Washington Star notes that discrimination in submarine warfare has not been undertaken, offering cautious encouragement. Peace may be distant, yet current affairs are not worsening.
Elmer G Short a Tama resident died last Monday following a cerebral hemorrhage on Saturday night He died on his forty fifth birthday anniversary Independence to get a new hospital Building site bought for seven thousand dollars near Tama business district Miss Letha Myrle Cole married Henry D Smith of Morley and they will reside in Morley Mrs C C Calkins found dead with adopted son and gas jet open Coroner calls it murder and death by hanging University of Iowa gym gas incident leaves several students unconscious in Iowa City Dubuque explosion mystery confuses police John H Meyers Waterloo ex police judge on trial for embezzlement six counts totaling seventy dollars Wilton passenger W S Godanour dies after illness on train no hospital in Wilton hindered care
Word comes of Helen Hunt daughter of Prof and Mrs T V Hust residing in Hopkinton dying after an Omaha hospital operation for tumors. Her remains were sent to Fayette for interment. Moses Lamont reports poultry and seed sales of 72768 in 1916, noting it as a profitable side line. Mrs R J Milroy dies at Mercy hospital Anamosa after gallstone illness and surgery. funeral at Hopkinton Presbyterian Church led by Rev W H Ensign and Rev George S Coleman.
Earl Boyer and his parents left Anamosa Monday morning to visit Den Moines and McAllister Oklahoma for several weeks. Mrs. Cathalea Angus of Anamosa died last Friday from apoplexy. Beam and Robinson dissolve their partnership. Beam sells to Robinson and retires to Montana with land purchases and plans for wheat farming. Val Ingraham and A C Brant will join Beam westward. March 1 marks their removal from Anamosa.
In St Paul context the stave Teague voices strong opposition to an early peace stance as investors with steel common shares may react to the stance. The remark hints at financial stakes influencing political mood among local investors.
After a four day recess the 37th Iowa General Assembly reconvened on January 16. The house created sixty one committees with Johnston Humboldt as appropriations chair and McFerren Hamilton heading judiciary. Senate and house advanced the prohibition amendment while many bills on primary law repeal and vocational education were discussed.
Stock feeders are warned against buying cotton seed feed that mimics cotton seed meal but holds only about half the feeding value. Manufacturers mix cotton seed hulls with low grade meal to resemble the real product and undercut price, making it a costlier feed in practice. Fred F. Clark, County Agent.
A Brooklyn Eagle fragment outlines bold ambitions from perpetual motion to a time clock for late husbands. It presents a mix of sensational aims including political runs, massive philanthropy, and novel inventions without concrete plans.
In a January 25 1917 note editor Shingles bids farewell to Monticello readers after three years at Eclipse Lumber Co praising loyal customers and announcing a new manager Mr Martino will soon assume charge Lud will assist during the transition inviting both old and new friends to visit and meet the new leadership.
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