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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1921
Page
4
The article argues that wedding rings for men could curb rising divorce rates and strengthen marriage, noting state differences in divorce laws and urging stronger societal commitment. It discusses historical symbols, modern behavior, and the need for reforms to reduce the growing split rate.
The article discusses Civil War and World War draft dodging by removing a trigger finger to avoid service. It cites Archbishop Trench on the origin of nostroon as slang for coward and explains how police truncatus led to poltroon, a term for base evaders of duty.
The dialogue centers on desire for action over talk. The umpire counters that a loud player is preferable to one who throws objects like a pop bottle.
A detailed home cooking guide outlines creamed vegetables served on toast, a gelatin mold with chicken and decorations, and a bacon stuffed liver dish. It describes assembling layers with broth and chicken mixture, decorating molds with capers and olives, and cooking liver with carrots onions parsley peppercorns and vinegar, served with beans.
Jessie Roberts argues girls should have vocational training in towns. She cites a successful photographer who built her business locally after training and urges communities to fund trade schools for women.
A rustic note extols mushroom gathering for delicious dishes at low cost. It warns against risky varieties and urges learning common types to reduce waste and save for a rainy day, claiming families can enjoy free nourishment through prudent cooking.
Canon Farrar quotes that a life spent in humble tasks such as brushing clothes washing crockery and sweeping floors may be nobler before God than a life rich in status. He argues even a merchant clerk or laborer can achieve nobility of spirit worthy of a king's reverence.
A 1921 Western Newspaper Union report notes a scientist claiming latent energy exists in the human finger and jokes about powering trains briefly. It also comments on Jud Tanking's view that idle life lacks purpose and hints at a pocket dynamo idea.
Detroit Times columnist H. C. Walker praises Judge Landis for visiting both Cubs and White Sox benches in Chicago to meet Major League players. The article argues he should be a human, approachable figure and a trusted confidant to players, reducing misunderstandings before they grow. Magnates are cited as aloof, creating distance between bosses and players.
A roundup of scattered baseball notes: players moved or released include Leo Mangum to St. Joseph, Leroy Gressett released to Evansville Shree-I, Frank Talcott to Toronto, Bernie Boland signed by St. Louis Americans, and Johnny Brock to San Antonio. Rumors about Babe Ruth, George Sisler, and others surface amid season pace and potential comebacks.
Duster Malls and Tyrus Cobb discuss using luck as a key to success. Cobb emphasizes belief and confidence, while Malls expresses shared optimism about their chances. They stress that luck plus effort will bring the desired outcome.
Turner Barber recalls Pinkey White who pitched both right and left handed for Armley in 1914 and at Union University in Jackson Tennessee. White showed a strong fastball and curve from either wing and was notably tough to beat. Ruth homers fuel 54 dingers across 47 games with 34 wins by the Yankees. Pirates release seven rookies to western and southern leagues.
Harold Leathers, shortstop for the Chicago National League club, is released to the Kansas City American Association team. Bill James, veteran left handed pitcher formerly with the Cleveland Americans, is sold outright to a New Orleans Southern Association club. Johnny Bassler shown as recruit catcher with notable on base judgment in few games.
A proposed measure by the reorganized National Woman's party aims to amend the Constitution to guarantee women sit on all federal boards and courts, grant wives rights to maiden names and domiciles, ensure equal pay and Civil Service equality, and allow foreign-born wives to keep American citizenship with broader educational support. If not submitted nationally, the plan will be introduced in Congress by Senator Curtis and Representative Fess.
Cincinnati Reds infielder Louis Fonseca wears lead in his shoes during practice to gain speed. The tactic mirrors Ly Cobb’s past trick as Fonseca explains he might pursue grand opera if baseball fails. He notes offers from opera companies and his goal to reach the big leagues.
A collage of sports notes lists 1922 swimming captains, Princeton athletes as honor students, and plans for professional soccer trials in the East. It mentions Babe Adams, Tex Rickard, Ed Strangler Lewis, Allan Woodring, Charley Moran, Norton Boat Club, and the Canadian Amateur Ski Association in a series of brisk vignettes.
The Senate passed an amendment to the 1919 act to include embezzlement in auto theft cases. Senator Nelson of Minnesota argued the change clarifies that receiving or transporting a stolen or embezzled automobile can lead to fines up to 65,000 dollars or five years in prison. Senator King of Utah questioned federal overreach and urged state responsibility.
Congress debates a proposed Joint Commission of Agricultural Inquiry to investigate causes of high prices, agricultural finance, and marketing and transport costs. Senator Lenroot of Wisconsin sponsors the plan, proposing a 10-member panel to report within 90 days with recommendations for relief legislation.
Senator King of War has introduced a resolution calling for a five member committee to investigate claims that various corporations and associations maintain lobbying offices in Washington to sway tariff and revenue legislation. The proposal seeks to name lobbyists and expose the extent of propaganda and expenditure, with a report to the Senate.
The House passed a bill granting 3 088 acres in Converse county Wyoming as a free picnic ground despite a proposed payment of 1 25 an acre. Mondell, the Wyoming majority floor leader, recalled an old frontier post by the North Platte during the debate.
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