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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1912
Page
1
The piece portrays Senator La Follette blame shifting over campaign money and urges a choice for voters between Roosevelt and the Republican Party. It notes calls for disclosure, critiques Roosevelt as a non Republican and warns party loyalties may split in the upcoming election.
Amid a crowded field of contenders, suffragists aim to push a bold issue onto competing politicians. Strong advocacy, public demonstrations, and strategic lobbying shape a pivotal moment for reform efforts.
A Madrid ledger shows Columbus spent less than 7500 dollars to discover America, challenging the long taught tale of royal sacrifice. The piece suggests Queen Isabella may have worn paste jewels or that her press office spun a myth, enduring for four centuries.
House members who visited him appeared visibly disappointed, expecting warmth but receiving stern, schoolmasterlike severity. The509 text notes the irony of a man accustomed to honors from pupils being asked to engage in political work.
In the Wilson campaign roster Wade of Iowa is missing from the fourteen leaders. It was predicted Wade would lead or head the executive committee, but he aligned with Champ Clark and now sits low in the lineup. Iowa democrats expect no cabinet positions.
Chairman Hilles of the Republican National Committee recognizes John T. Adams as a capable political organizer. Adams will serve on the executive committee handling Taft's campaign management. He is noted for not using a brass band in his work.
Colonel Roosevelt says in forming his third party he will publish his true views without old party constraints. He insists he is not a boss and rejects any hint of autocratic control.
The Democratic House may deprive a Republican congressman from St. Louis of his seat if Elections Committee recommendations are followed for campaign overspending. He reportedly disclosed all expenditures, unlike some critics.
President Taft and his campaign managers oppose listing Roosevelt electors in the Republican column on official ballots across states. The piece condemns the tactic as unfair and dishonest and argues each party should run under its own banner. It claims Roosevelt candidates deserve placement only under their own party.
A New York Herald critique notes widespread American impatience with deliberation. It cites long trials like Camorra at Viterbo and Lorimer as examples, argues for urgent constitutional reform and rapid justice, and condemns dissent as secret plotting.
Statewide policing is urged as the proper framework with the unit and power in Iowa. Advocates argue local sheriffs and constables should be replaced by a centralized force similar to Canada to achieve true respect for law and efficient enforcement.
The Cedar Rapids Republican warns against internal Democratic infighting at today’s convention. It fears grievances and possible harsh conduct but hopes for harmony and that any airing of “dirty linen” be kept private, not public.
Minnesota bans distribution of campaign cigars amid questions of public health and political reform. The move targets vendors and campaigns, signaling a shift toward tighter election practices and gifting restrictions.
Judge L B Fellows of Lansing died after six months illness. Rev C W Skemp of Vinton died at 89 years. Numerous regional items follow including chautauquas, charitable gifts, plans for new buildings, hunting licenses, Lee McNeely joining Taft campaign staff, Cedar Rapids bathing beach, and a large Catholic church dedication with Archbishop Keane officiating.
The Bull Moose Roosevelt convention in Des Moines closed with strong Roosevelt enthusiasm. It adopted a platform favoring direct postmaster elections, criticized Taft and the Republican leadership, and endorsed Roosevelt for nomination. Delegates to the Chicago national convention were named led by Judge J. L. Stevens with alternates from several counties.
Capt. Chas W Kepler of Mt Vear non Linn county repudiates being named a delegate to the Des Moines Roosevelt convention without consent. In a Cedar Rapids Republican letter he opposes a new third party and backs Taft or Wilson as next president, urging unity to reform party machinery.
The Springfield Mass Republican notes direct U S Senate elections will end the Lorimer case but warns saints may be elected to the Senate as mayors of cities arise from the people. Booster Club Anamosa elected officers President A B Gibbons and others with I B Hines and two others as governing board members.
Mrs Mary Grace mother of Michael J Grace deputy county clerk of Dubuque county died at her Bernard Iowa home after a long illness. She was born in Dubuque county sixty years ago and lived there her life. Her husband predeceased her sixteen years ago. Surviving are two daughters Mrs Gary Lynn of Canada and Mrs Charles Crowley of Bernard and three sons Michael J Grace of Dubuque George of Bernard and Walter of Chicago. She also leaves a sister Mrs Edward Flynn of South Dakota and five brothers Michael Daniel Theodore Barrett of Cascade Peter of Norfolk Nebraska and Thomas of Bernard.
A line from the Omaha Bee contrasts nations by claiming the Panama Canal was built by the speaker's side while denying Britain's role. The remark frames a nationalist takeaway and questions international achievements.
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