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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1911
Page
9
A nostalgic look at Independence Day bands from fife and drum corps to military ensembles. It traces origins from ancient drums to bugles and cornets, notes the band’s central role in parades and fireworks, and recalls famed American groups and uniforms.
The National Review reports A R Carman argues Taft favours a Canadian trade deal to win Canadian markets, claiming an African in the fence as motive. The piece traces Taft's reciprocal proposal from 1910 talks with Ottawa and the congressional push, noting emphasis on food and forest goods.
A Scotsman letter warns of a spring surge in rats that raided nests and eggs, feeding on young birds and poultry. It cites garden damage, game farms fearing rats more than foxes, and urges united action against the pest while blaming careless farmers for letting rats prosper.
The 1910 shipbuilding data show the United States as the second leading maritime nation with 331 318 tons of new vessels including inland waters. Britain leads with about 20 000 000 tons afloat, Germany about 4 500 000, and the world total for non warship tonnage rises to 1 975 863 tons. Sailing ships drop to 100 000 tons while steel dominates construction. Warship output remains just under prior year with about 100 completed.
President Taft holds the assurance of senate leaders that reciprocity will not become law before adjournment. Democrats press a free list to force a record vote, but Republicans will not permit one. The partisan effort harms Democrats, as the measure battles amendments and a divided public stance.
Federal estimates project total exports for the fiscal year will exceed last year by about 300 million dollars and push past the 2 billion line. Gains come from higher cotton prices and increased exports of manufactures despite wheat declines, with large rises in corn meat dairy copper autos cotton goods fruit machinery and other manufactured goods.
A judge quotes a seller and buyer arguing over land lots and value. The man asserts promises of doubling value in two years, while the counterpart notes the price paid exceeded actual worth, highlighting a legal conflict over a real estate deal.
A brief, old fashioned admonition suggests that when unsure about a matter a husband may achieve satisfactory results by remaining quiet and considering the situation as calmly as possible. The note reflects a prudential domestic counsel era tone from the publication.
Marcellus claims something rotten in Denmark while bystanders explain the proofs submitted to Copenhagen experts. Authorities respond with orders for immediate fumigation to address the suspected issue.
A brief comic exchange shows a couple debating possession and support, with one character noting they only seek one item and the other teasing about capacity for two.
The article explains wholesale meat trade classifications for beef pork and by products from Union stock yards Chicago and other markets. It defines carcass beef classes steers heifers cows bulls and stags with prime to common grades and lists cut names and packing styles used by buyers and packers.
The essay warns that forests and birds are being sacrificed for immediate wealth. It notes a minority advocates preservation, but their views are neglected amid a rush for present gains. It urges consideration of future generations and the value of natural resources.
A short note stressing daily cleaning of each horse collar before use. It emphasizes prevention as the cure and recommends careful fitting with pads, suggesting pads or choice pads improve fit and comfort for horses.
The report notes galled shoulders arise when heavy work uses a sweat-soaked pad or a net in rain. It warns that friction from damp gear increases skin damage on exposed shoulders.
A home gardener should use succession planting to maintain a liberal vegetable yield through the season. Plant peas, beans, sweet corn, and many other vegetables at ten to fourteen day intervals.
The guidance urges keeping soil surface loose and fine to minimize evaporation. It notes that thorough hoeing can substitute for rain in dry weather by reducing moisture loss and improving soil conditions.
A brief Ottawa report notes a large sum described as a crore in informal currency terms tied to a New York City event. The item highlights cross-border money talk and local interest in the financial claim.
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