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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1915
Page
5
The piece reflects on graduates entering the post college world and their restraint in flaunting knowledge. It also notes Ford and Overland price cuts, dealer impact, and market dulling sentiment. Senator Kenyon voices protection for Americans in Mexico amid corporate interests and a resignation note from Mr. Bryan as secretary of state.
The statement notes Mr. Bryan may split his party by resigning but says many true Americans will still back the president who leads national affairs. It frames Bryan as unable to sever widespread support for the administration.
Cedar Falls shows population growth from 5012 to 6263 by 1915 with new paving and four churches under construction costing about 30000 each. Apartment and residence construction exceeds half a million dollars, while Waterloo faces dull business. Elmer K Taylor plans a 26 person special trip to California, editors warn about session laws not being published by July 4. Mexico riots threaten political upheaval.
A portrait of the home merchant as the trusted local lender, guarantor, and neighbor who supports schools streets and parks, pays taxes, and aids churches and hospitals. The piece urges residents to trade locally to bolster city growth and keep wealth within the community.
The Monticello Express criticizes Iowa’s primary law calling it “the ineffectual child of delusion” and notes editor Coxsee has identified its real name amid lingering illusions about the law’s purpose.
The piece critiques a famous wartime motto My country right or wrong and contrasts it with broader citizenship ideals. It notes the Chicago Tribune editorial stance and questions the suitability of the dictum for Decatur’s leadership and global responsibility.
The Eagle expresses approval of Cosson as a non-partisan candidate. It notes backing from the Council Bluffs Nonpareil and the Burlington Hawkeys but does not identify who first reported the stance.
The Omaha World Herald notes tensions rising beyond the Vera Cruz occupation scenario, signaling a firmer U S stance. It hints at broader actions if Mexico’s response remains unresolved. Old tensions surface as Washington weighs options and public sentiment grows.
Tipton high school graduates 20 boys and 14 girls. Aged pioneer Mr Hopp of Arlington dies at 95. Cedar County voters consider a 350000 county home. Dubuque census reaches 41698, up about 3000 from five years ago. Des Moines plans for the Liberty Bell visit with music and fireworks. Anamosa motor races draw crowds. Williamsburg auto crash injures Mrs. Perry and her son. Multiple civic and religious leaders resign or relocate. Twenty six other updates cover colleges, rail safety, weddings, and local trials.
Washington reports the 1915 resignation of William Jennings Bryan, three time Democratic presidential candidate, over disagreements with President Wilson on Germany policy. Acting Secretary Lansing to sign the note to Berlin while Bryan plans private life and continued support for the president.
A Fairfield Ledger excerpt notes that nearly half of U S autos are owned by farmers and farming communities. It recalls a time when farmers faced loan refusals for cars, but argues the automobile now proves its value and that a modest car costs as much as a driving team while covering far more ground.
A St Paul Pioneer Press note describes finding a reason to enter the great war in Europe today, reflecting wartime sentiment and analysis. The brief commentary highlights the ubiquity of justifications for involvement and the public discourse around neutrality versus engagement.
A World article surveys historic battles dated in June from 1775 to 1876 and notes pivotal clashes such as Bunker Hill Waterloo and Monmouth along with naval and siege actions in the Civil War and Crimea. It references battles at Memphis Port Hudson Sebastopol Naseby Friedland and Little Bighorn.
A roundup of calendar items shows dismissals, trial terms, and settlements. Notable entries include default judgments, final reports approved, guardianships discharged, partitions and sales ordered, and various estates and guardianship accounts settled. The note closes with a quotation about vanity.
The Eclipse Lumber Company advertises its new office space in Cornell Board, promotes an Improvement Club tour on the 17th from Lowell House at 8:00 with talks by Ames men, extols wood and nails longevity, Sunshine Windows for hog houses, Northwestern cement for cement work, versatile hay racks, and roofing patches, plus political chatter about Bill Bryan possibly running for president next year.
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