21 Jun 1928
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1928
Page
1
Governor Al Smith heads into the Houston convention with a delegate majority but faces a battle to secure the two thirds. Opponents may force several ballots as factions aim to block his nomination and determine the party’s direction.
A fragmentary report notes a president candidate attending a convention and facing questions about ideology and support. It mentions public appearances and discussion of policy direction.
The Pith district delegates to the spring convention sent two delegates to Kansas City pledged to Hoover. The loyalty of the district, born there, gave Hoover satisfaction before the nomination and after that memorable event.
The Iowa Federation of Labor advocates a five day week and six hour day. They suggest testing the plan by interviewing any mother who handles all cooking sewing and mending for a family of six children.
The town mourns BE Alre dith of Des Moines a distinguished citizen. He served as secretary of agriculture in Woodrow Wilson’s cabinet and as a successful publisher. His work included Better Homes and Gardens with a large circulation. He was regarded as a principled, handsome, and agreeable man.
The piece analyzes Herbert Hoover entering the campaign with strong prestige from Mr. Coolidge's tenure and the nomination contest. It highlights Hoover's own earned prestige, organizational gifts, and wartime relief leadership as pivotal to his appeal and potential administration.
The article notes Senator Curtis, long-time Senate majority leader and veteran lawmaker from Kansas, as a favored vice presidential pick alongside Mr. Hoover. It highlights his familiarity with Washington, public service record, and credibility within the party.
The Sioux City Journal asserts Hoover will carry Towa with certainty and notes past Republican margins in Ohio and national races. It mentions Al Smith receiving only a complimentary vote locally and references La Follette and Harding performance in earlier elections without speculation.
Herbert Hoover writes to George Moses, Kansas City, pledging independence of action and national service. He stresses economy, defense, and prosperity, plus moral leadership and support for agriculture, promising to uphold Republican principles and Calvin Coolidge’s traditions.
Concerning Herbert Clark Hoover secretary of commerce born West Branch Aug 10 1874 son of Jesse Clark Hoover and Hulda Minthorn Hoover. Lists education degrees honorary degrees and vast career roles in mining metallurgy public relief and economic councils. Describes service as US food administrator wartime relief efforts in Europe and leadership in multiple commissions and institutes. Also notes authorship of American Individualism and other addresses.
Grove Patterson argues that youth must prepare for mental rivalry as muscle prowess declines. He notes today’s race for first place is rapid and will accelerate, with success no longer tied to being the best local baseball player. He also mentions dress goods priced for color-fast materials are costly but worthwhile.
A collage of humor lines from various papers and a note on a man posing as a physician in England. The Manchester Guardian ponders ad valorem as a drug, suggesting a home remedy with humorous, cautious commentary and wordplay.
The Minneapolis Journal argues that Houston will back Hoover, while Kansas City favors Hoover as well. It predicts a nationwide tide by November, noting Smith lacks appeal to the middle west and opposing the St. Lawrence Seaway. Hoover is portrayed as the practical farmer’s candidate.
Fosdick argues that freedom carries responsibility. He notes past groups sought liberty from constraints but warns that true freedom requires actions that justify obtaining it.
Towa State fair officials announce combined purses exceeding 70000 for a five day harness and running schedule at the exposition August 22 to 31. The event features a Kentucky derby day and trotting and pacing races plus the Western Breeders Futurity divisions.
H E Gordon of the Iowa Poultry Improvement association warns growers to remove low producing hens as egg prices lag feed costs. He notes 20 to 30 percent culling may boost remaining birds’ range and health while a mash feed aids summer production.
Charles D. Reed of Des Moines, director of the state weather and crop bureau, says town farms are enlarging. January assessors put Iowa at 210,108 farms, 1,529 fewer than 1926, while the average farm size rose to 162.3 acres, up nearly nine-tenths of an acre from 1926.
Boston Transcript notes growing belief that the 1929 president will not spend summer in east New York, signaling a shift in travel plans and political routine before the new administration takes office.
Poem extols readers who possess a book, claiming wealth and power lie in reading. A friend at hand, gold and gear, and rich estates await those who open a book, granting a kingly kingdom within the inglenook. The verse is by Wilbur D Nesbit.
Exchange of wry quips from Chicago firm humor to British physicians and American editors. The snippets poke at journalism, politics, and social scenes highlighting playful takes on public figures and commentary.
Strawberry season inspires two desserts: strawberry ice cream and strawberry Bavarian cream. Ice cream combines thin cream sugar and berries, while Bavarian cream uses gelatin, strawberry juice, lemon, sugar, and whipped cream folded together and chilled before serving.
Abigail of Hillside, a Jersey cow in Massachusetts, set a world record by delivering 1,197.5 pounds of butterfat and 23,677 pounds of milk in 365 days. The record surpassed prior marks held by an Australian cow for butterfat and an English cow for milk yield, with three milkings daily and a burst in butterfat production in the thirteenth month after freshening.
The Iowa department of agriculture announces a new rule requiring buyers to file with the department the distinctive features of any nonstandard cream grades. Buyers may continue using department grades but must disclose deviations. The rule aims to promote grade based purchasing and to stimulate higher quality cream for butter. Reuters reports note a New York Times quirk about straw hats as a side remark.
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