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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1920
Page
5
A controversial piece questions Jewish influence on American commercialism and the economy, noting population growth and social separation. It critiques a local journal’s ballot contracts and calls for figures. It also covers 1920s politics with Harding Coolidge support, income tax enforcement, and a discussion of county seat dynamics in Iowa.
The passage notes that what would please Samuel Gompers and his union subordinates is condemned by four-fifths of the population, illustrating broad public opposition to his stance.
The Chicago mayor withdrew from the city convention citing prudence. Observers note the move contrasts with earlier calls that could have reflected on Chicago governance amid the statewide political dynamics.
Hiram Johnson warned he would pursue dissenting delegates into their districts if they did not remain loyal until the end, but the bluff produced no effect and his effort gained little traction among supporters.
The court rules decisively that the eighteenth amendment and the Volstead act are valid and nationally enforceable. It rejects state challenges, asserts federal power to enforce prohibition, and treats the constitution as supreme law. The decision emphasizes national supremacy and limits on concurrent state authority.
The Sioux City Journal argues the Iowa senatorial nomination result shows voters judge on merits not side issues and reject candidates who court labor or align with enemies of the government. It notes no candidate can win by exploiting a single class and praises intelligent, issue based judgment.
Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler condemns the presidential preference primary as futile costly and misleading to voters. He argues it wastes funds and exaggerates minor vote shares while failing to influence the national convention and prefers delegates chosen on merit.
The American Federation of Labor defends rail workers right to strike and denounces Senator Cummins of Iowa for opposing it. The piece signals Cummins faces strong opposition in renomination as Iowa voters show public welfare surpassing class interests. It asserts the public remains “all right” despite federation efforts.
The Lincoln Journal notes that Republicans from normally GOP states supplied most ratifications of the suffrage amendment, yet women accuse the party of unfairness as they threaten to punish it for the missing thirty sixth ratifying state.
Nashville Tennesseean notes that the only thing reliably brewed at home is trouble, a wry comment on local self sufficiency and social mood.
The Iowa veterans of the Spanish American War will stage their 14th annual encampment in Dubuque this week. The encampment opened yesterday as part of the gathering of old soldiers and former service members.
The Review defends Senator Johnson against a charge of radicalism arguing the label is an abuse used against those resisting power and wealth. It contends there is no concrete radical doctrine behind the claim and that Johnson shows only the outward manner of radicals rather than any distinct ideology.
The Des Moines Register argues against the presidential preference primary as costly and ineffective for gauging public opinion. It contends that direct voter choice among unfamiliar candidates undermines representation and urges preserving representative government.
The piece ridicules political figures like Wilson Hoover and McAdoo as unrealistic supermen. It argues voters tire of grand claims and desire a candidate more like themselves. It suggests Harding would win if he avoids mistakes and keeps allies from missteps.
The excerpt from Leslie's Weekly presents Pangburn declaring self reliance and personal responsibility. He emphasizes independence, perseverance, and belief in individual effort over blaming environment or government.
Cascade Pioneer reports John Lanigan of the Monticello Times urges farmers to sign up about 10 000 acres for leases in a plan to drill an oil well. A Kansas oil man asserts geologists are often mistaken and says he will proceed despite no prior oil indications in the area.
Washington warns that Gen Obregon may take a hard line against American interests as tensions rise over Mexico. The note follows reports of U S casualties in 1917 and flags growing strains between nations. In Kansas City the piece links Mexico policy shifts to broader labor and economic worries while St. Joseph notes rising auto costs.
Jones county Iowa Board of Supervisors met in May and June 1920, handling bids for coal and culverts, approving contracts with Anamosa Lumber and Hullosa Lumber, and authorizing funds and transfers. The minutes show personnel changes, bond approvals, cemetery and mortgage actions, and a 1200 member Jones County Farm Bureau payment plan.
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