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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1911
Page
5
Des Moines readers hear Rev. Evans push for two sermons weekly all summer while railing against porch worship and summer leisure. The piece contrasts Southey’s verse with Evans stance and notes community reactions.
A notice states dealers should not plan Fourth of July sales of toy pistols or firecrackers exceeding legal size. Authorities caution against distributing weapons or fireworks that violate the law during celebrations.
The Des Moines Capital reports 125 against and 94 in favor of Canadian reciprocity in a poll of Iowa Republican newspapers, publishing names and vote splits. The piece contrasts with a Chicago Tribune poll that did not name papers. It also comments on liquor laws, wool tariff votes, and debates over rural interests and public welfare.
Ed Chassel, praised for steady growth from newspaper publisher to state official, is described as conscientious and hard working. The piece lauds his editorial judgment, lack of scandal, and reliable handling of state business, noting he remains a growing, dependable public servant for Iowa.
A Chicago rumor claimed Mr. Cannon planned vaudeville to fund a Danville model farm. The correspondent asked for confirmation and Cannon replied that the idea was the cutest, most harmless little damn lie he had heard in a long time.
A Sioux City Journal excerpt argues that abuse is a poor weapon not a valuable asset among responsible people and those with mental honesty. it notes crowds may be stirred temporarily but true leadership rejects abusive tactics.
Local news notes the Linn County teachers institute meeting underway in Marion. Other items report: Catholic church cornerstone laid at Fillmore. Cedar Rapids cuts saloons to 82. Cascade post office May mail totals. Des Moines director elected for Modern Woodmen. various local incidents and honors including a geologist professor from Cornell College.
The Des Moines Register and Leader argues that Iowa's road problem is not solved and urges continued effort to develop the state s opportunities. It cautions against complacency and stresses must use resources to improve infrastructure.
A reflective column notes that press influence hinges on prudence in choosing scape goats and avoiding bias toward monopolies. It argues a newspaper gains influence when it recognizes that every man opposes all monopolies except his own.
A Jefferson Iowa woman trusted a poultry journal advised trade. She sent two dollars for a rooster, received a bird that looked better but later found it was her original rooster with minor changes. The outcome: she lost two dollars in the swap.
The Sibley Tribune offers measured guidance to new graduates urging focus and integrity. It jokes about clichés and emphasizes finding a vocation and playing the game squarely. It counsels sincerity, honesty, and industrious effort with hope for future success.
The Anamosa board met June 6 7 1911 with chair Murfield and supervisors Nyan Thomson Hale and Finn. Petitions for road work and a Wapsie river bridge were referred for action and inspections noted. The finance committee audited claims and county home visit occurred. The meeting adjourned to July 3 1911.
A Cedar Rapids Republication critiques the term lady as outdated and improper. The author argues women prefer being called women and cites examples of patronizing usage such as store clerks addressing a customer as lady.
Hubbard of the Eleventh district voted with the Democrats on the tariff law and free trade with Canada. It is said he will side with them on any wool schedules revision. The fact appears Hubbard is a Republican only on election day.
The piece notes the difficulty in arguing back east that reciprocity lowers food costs while claiming out west that farm prices won’t fall. It suggests both sides face deception or hardship, with little room to satisfy both audiences.
Mr and Mrs C B McKean plan a summer in Jasper Minnesota Loop secures contract to build house and barn for R J McNeill south of town Hopkinton post office handled 52913 pieces of mail in May the lightest month of the year according to the apartment director May counts reported as light for the office.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat notes William Jennings Bryan persists in shaping Senate strategy after unsuccessful attempts to organize the House. The piece highlights Bryan’s trait of persistent effort, with a cheeky remark on his resilience.
Transfer notices show multiple property deeds with buyers and sellers including L E Starry J C Porter John Reilly F H Cook Jennie Neville Henry Frerking Samuel Carrington Mary Rodgers Louis Chapman Henry Baker O Q Wood and George Guthrie. Properties are located in Olin Oxford Junction Monticello Anamosa and surrounding sections with amounts ranging from 1 to 6809 dollars.
The essay criticizes Congressman Prouty for rash tariff remarks aimed at Democratic votes and ridiculing Capt. Hull. It notes two alleged deeds: voting for tariff reform through reciprocity and gifting an old cannon to a park in his district, seen as a token from the “pie counter” era.
At a Marion good roads conference one attendee condemned automobile racing on highways as the worst treatment for roads. He argued speeds of thirty five to forty mph are excessive and highways should not become race tracks. fast enough is acceptable except in emergencies.
Rich American women plan to live in England but face snubs from Queen Mary. Detroit headline notes that automobile racing is not flirting with death but is merely a dangerous pastime.
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