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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1908
Page
5
The Ida Grove Pioneer argues that while politics attracts idealists and schemers alike, most officeholders are honest and public service carries fewer defalcations than private business. It critiques conventions as staged and favors caution about tariff cuts, urging restraint as electoral leaders debate filling Judge Bishop’s vacancy and primary procedure.
Attorney General Byers demands Carroll County Attorney E A Wissler enforce the mulct and prohibitory liquor laws. Saloons open on the Fourth of July defy law. Byers says grand jury not required and injunctions may be sought to close defiant saloons. He adds repeat violators do not deserve consideration.
The piece contrasts tariff revision aims with revenue focus, notes Republican willingness to revise without abolishing, cites Wilgon-German schedule as a model for balanced gains for manufacturers and workers, and comments on public discourse at the chautauqua and local sports where Monticello defeated Maquoketa 5 to 0 after a streak of games.
In a wry note, Peary’s renewed north pole pursuit is seen as a chance to dodge the current heated presidential race, offering him relief from campaign pressure others face.
Mr Taft has been honored with an election to membership in the Steam Shovelmen's union. Mr Bryan is eligible to membership in the Steam Roller union.
Local saloonkeepers in Dubuque pledge to follow the mulet law though reluctant, and the appeal prompts similar compliance from Davenport authorities and businesses.
Bryan figurera places Iowa in the doubtful column, discrediting the entire table work and casting uncertainty on the standings and analysis.
The Independent notes Taft acts while Bryan talks, praising Taft’s record as his deeds prove him. It asserts Bryan’s deeds lag his rhetoric and that Taft speaks through his actions rather than words. The piece emphasizes a clear contrast in approach and results.
New York businessmen place large lines of insurance against loss should Democrats win in November. Lloyd’s, the English company, stands as the sole insurer willing to take these risks. It began with a ten percent premium and later increased it to twelve percent.
The Traer Star-Clipper notes Carrie Nation may tour Reinbeck saloons but Grundy county attorney could block it. Teachers fear fallout from recent examinations as Potawatomi County reports sixty percent failed to earn certificates.
Mr. Bryan once again failed to win a presidential bid while his running mate Mr. Kern, a former Indiana gubernatorial candidate, likewise faced voter rejection in prior contests.
The Supreme Court ruled that Grundy county saloons are not protected by the petition of consent requiring 65 percent of voters. Irregularities in the petition and a possible shortage of signers were noted.
The text hints at Mr. Bryan to select the Democratic National Committee chairman while noting his control over other choices. It uses informal phrasing about kin and selection, implying a crowded intra party decision with Bryan guiding most appointments.
Mason City claims 11,000 residents while Earlville reports petty thefts and break-ins. Waterloo raised 25,000 for the Y M C A in twelve days. Anamosa 186,256 for McGregor flood relief. Iowa sheriffs meet in Davenport. 168 dogs listed in Jones County assessors' reports. Mayors consider legal cases, church moves, and weather impacts across the region.
A lighthearted piece from the Atchison Globe mocks married men as sternly judged by society. It notes suspicion of husbands, limits on leisure, and the contrast with unmarried men and the freedom of married women in social settings.
Pray argues farmers gain nothing from a change as the generation saw prices fall low during a past change. He notes corn at fifteen cents a bushel hogs at two and a half a hundred and horses cheap, suggesting tariff shifts may not fix prices. Farmers currently enjoy limited privileges and should cling to them despite political promises.
The Dubuque Globe Journal says the $200000 spent on the June primary was wasted. In March caucuses for delegates to the national convention yielded the same result, with Senator Allison winning about two thirds of the counties. The caucuses were voluntary and state expense free, with no complaints of dishonesty.
Harper's Weekly profiles Mr. Kern noting his long political losses since 1870. It recalls his early candidacy for the legislature and later defeats in 1888 for reporter of the supreme court, 1900 for governor with Bryan, and 1904 campaign, framing him as congenial by experience.
The piece notes Maj. Rathbun recalls Lewis Cass as the 1848 Democratic presidential nominee. It suggests a Marion man may have played a role in that campaign and reflects on youth versus experience while hoping for long service to keep history straight.
State Deputy Greene served notice on Peter Milroy to install a fishway in the dam. Lester Martin was summoned by the sheriff and county attorney to testify about illicit beer sold at Castle Grove on July 4. Manchester bootlegger activity and a brewing incident drew crowds. The Monticello Express marks forty three years in print with editor in office twenty five years. Lenox College receives a gift of the old J T Williamson homestead and twenty five acres from Mr and Mrs C Torrey of Manchester, conditional on a $100,000 endowment drive. property near the college valued at about $10,000 and recently improved with heating and utilities.
The Dubuque Daily Times-Journal launches a Popularity Voting Contest with prizes including five pianos five diamond rings five gold watches five scholarships and more to come. About 200 candidates entered after a July 13 start, reflecting wide circulation. The paper plans votes via new subscriptions across five districts to ensure fair prize distribution between city and country readers.
The City-Journal discusses July corn at eighty cents and interprets it as not less than sixty cents in November. It cautions against criticizing heat tied to the 60 cent corn figure and references manufacturing context.
A teachers' examination will be held at the county seat on July 29, 30 and following days. The program lists morning and afternoon sessions with subjects including Didactics Orthography Reading Geography Arithmetic Oral Reading OS History Physiology Grammar Penmanship Algebra Economics Civics and Physics. Times are given for each session across Wednesday Thursday and Friday.
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