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Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1926

Page

3

Protest at Labor Dept Over Cathcart Entry Exclusion

Women from the National Woman's party led by Miss Mabel Vernon protested the exclusion of Countess Cathcart at the Washington Labor Department while the Earl of Craven was allowed entry. The countess is shown at Ellis Island where she was detained by immigration officials.

National Woman's Party Mabel Vernon Labor Department Washington Countess Cathcart Earl of Craven Ellis Island

Spinach protein new discovery and other oddities from the era

A compilation of far flung claims from a historical periodical notes Spinacin a protein in spinach leaves The Hapsburgs ruled Austria for centuries The world s largest bell is said to be in Moscow A rooftop dustproof hat for workmen is described A new Peabody Museum opens with hundreds of scientists in attendance A butter made from waste fats honey flavored is claimed A stethoscope detects counterfeit liquor The first successful virtplant treatment occurred 22 years ago A fish species taxonomic note and other scientific curiosities are listed

Hapsburg House Austria Mokcow Hissin Amazon South America Winnhand The Teers Peabody Museum of Synthopul Aftrade University Tostal Wis Innde Nurber Qaeegurhy Matocisis Unive Stiies Intendian Vox

Liked in Army Set in Capital Society

The churning Mrs. James F. Coupal wife of the personal physician to President Coolidge is a popular member of the army set to the national capital.

James F. Coupal President Coolidge

Hotbeds And Cold Frames Aid Early Garden Work

Home gardeners can use hotbeds and cold frames to get plants ready for an early garden. Robert Schmidt NC State notes sheltered sunny spots, well drained soil, and a six by six foot hotbed. Fresh manure with straw heats the bed. frames require no heating material and are covered to harden plants.

South Robert Schmidt Department of Horticulture North Carolina State College Schmidt

Ventilation Tips For Chicken Houses Improve Airflow

Chickens require more fresh air than other farm animals due to moisture and breath. Overcrowded houses fill with foul air causing chickens to wake dull. Even open front houses may lack ventilation. a narrow south opening under rafters improves circulation without drafts. Curtains should be 80 to 36 inches from floor and closeable.

Cost of corn silage at Missouri Agricultural College

The Missouri Agricultural College reports last year a corn silage cost of 5.90 per ton based on a 2614 bushel yield and 94 cents per bushel credit, with actual costs deemed liberal on all items in calculating inputs for economical rations.

Missouri Agricultural College

Farm Inventory Helps Track Loans and Losses

The farm inventory records property lent or misplaced and justifies taking the inventory. It also shows progress in accumulating farm property and is kept by many farmers as a routine part of managing farm business.

Manure and Soil Fertility Practices for Small Farms

Guidance on manure use, crop rotations, and soil fertility improvements for small farms. Emphasizes spreading fresh manure, rotation to prevent worm infestations, regular sheep worming, ground feeding for hens, and planning to boost next season's yields. cites 1924 hay production by New York Wisconsin and lows.

Highest Golf Links on Roof of Morrison Hotel

Harry Moir plans the world’s highest artificial golf links on the 45 story Morrison Hotel roof in downtown Chicago. A bungalow atop the tower will house the course, with most holes for putting and nets screening the elevated greens.

Tlans Harry Moir Morrison Moir

Zetterlind New President of National Baseball Federation

Virgil I. Zetterlind of Detroit succeeds Ralph Davis of Pittsburgh as president at the federation’s annual Detroit meeting. He was advanced from the vice presidency and is founder of the Detroit branch of the federation.

Virgil I. Zetterlind Detroit Ralph Davis Pittsburgh National Baseball Federation Zetterlind Ile

Multiple Baseball Moves and Roles Across Leagues

A flurry of baseball transactions spans DePauw adding swimming as a minor sport, Cy Chisholm named manager of Winston-Salem in the Piedmont League, Francis Knapp moving to Mobile in the Southern Association, Connie Mack sending Hed Holt back to Jersey in the International League, Joe Oeschger joining San Francisco in the Pacific Coast League, Tube Marquard leading Providence in the Eastern Masters League, and various free agency and signings including Emmett McCann, Hal Fisher, Eddie Ainsmith, and Wille Kamin. Also note a Harmsworth event and a side note on Broadway acting for Big Bill Tilden.

Poodle Bites Highlight Baby Protest Trend in New York

New York records show poodles bite more than other dogs with bites linked to babies crying in protest against pampering. The quirky data reflects how dogs respond to infant distress and parental fussing in city households.

New York

Wall of America halts as safety officer stops rush

A lone safety officer halted a tense situation near the Wall of America, ending a potential disturbance after edging closer to a confrontation. Police describe the suspect as cooperative after the stop and the area reopened without further incident.

Parliament of Bats and the 1426 sword ban tale

A fragment recounts the 1426 assembly known as the Parliament of Bats, noting the felon off Henry VI and the town’s defense with staves after royal decree banned swords, reflecting medieval civic custom and resistance.

Henry VI

Undefined judge quote on temperament and anger

A judge questions the meaning of temperament as a woman slams doors in a fragmentary quote from Loudon Lunch. The text references a husband and uses unclear phrasing, reflecting a dated conversational snippet.

Loudon

Sport Notes Roundup of early 20th century athletics

A collage of sports items cites Abe Johnson and Elizabeth Ryan in early tennis, Giants under McGraw since 1902, Red Grange on pro football, Berlin’s Sport Palace size, Walter Hagen’s world golf tour, and Niagara of transfers including Pete Ruehle. Highlights include Shreveport’s managerial choice for Sports and Kinsey brothers slipping in doubles standings.

Lazerre Looms as Yankee Infielder at Second Base

Report from Miller Huggins suggests Tony Lazerre, coast league slugger, may win the Yankees second base job next season. Analysts praise his fielding and baseball brain, but competition includes Aaron Ward and veteran replacements as Huggins weighs options. Gazella and others loom as potential backups. final choice rests on performance.

Tony Lazerre Yankees Miller Huggins Laterre Iads Sweeney Aaron Ward Wardle Huggins Wardle Miis Mrrg Bazerre Mike Gazella Gazella Atlanta

Noted Swimmer Erich Kadenmecher to Visit America

Erich Kadenmecher world record breaststroke holder and member of Sellas Magdeburg Swimming Club Germany accepted an invitation to travel to America to compete against the nation’s top swimmers.

Erich Kadenmecher Sellas-Magdeburg Swimming Club Germany America

Mack Begins 26th Season as Athletics Manager

Connie Mack will start his 26th straight season as skipper of the Athletics in April. He says his interest in baseball remains strong and he will continue managing the team until he loses that passion.

Athletics Connie Mack

Bucknell Names Plant New Supervisor of Athletics

Bucknell University announces John D. Plant physical director and coach at Eddie School Hightstown New Jersey will become supervisor of athletics at Bucknell starting the 1926 27 school year in September He will also coach the Bucknell basketball team leaving Peddie in June

Bucknell University Athletic Council John D. Plant Eddie School Hightstown N. J Bucknell Plant Peddie

Challenge for Duke of York Trophy Accepted

England accepts Carl G. Fisher and D. P. Davis of New York challenge for the Duke of York trophy in July. Warry Greening of Hamilton Ontario will race for Canada, with French and Italian entries expected. This marks American speed boats in British major events after over five years. Three sub 18 foot craft are under construction with Indianapolis style engines. England plans to visit and field a Gold Cup team in New York waters next August.

England Carl G. Fisher D. P. Davis New York American Boat Racing Commission Warry Greening Hamilton Ont Canada America

Huntzinger Sold to St. Louis Cardinals from Giants

Pitcher Walter Huntzinger, former Penn athlete, is sold to the St. Louis Cardinals by the New York Giants. He joined the Giants in 1928 and then pitched mainly as a reliever, posting one win and one loss in twelve games, and last season appeared in 26 contests with five victories and one defeat.

Walter Huntzinger University of Pennsylvania St. Louis Cardinals New York Giants Huntzinger Giants

Berlenbach Returns to Wrestling Pastime

Paul Berlenbach world light heavyweight champion plans a return to wrestling, saying he never lost interest and believes a good wrestler can earn more money than a boxer. He won Olympic honors in 1920 and intends to resume grappling when his boxing days end.

Paul Berlenbach Paul

Channel Swim Race Promises Five-Figure Prizes Next Summer

An international English Channel crossing race organized by Petit Parisien will offer 10000 dollars in prizes. Competitors from several countries are expected, with American entrants including Norman Toss Isbhelda Bleibhtrey Helen Wainwright and Gertrude Ederle among possible participants.

English Channel Petit Parisien Norman Toss Isbhelda Bleibhtrey Helen Wainwright Gertrude Ederle

Kelley Returns Trubbell Loftus to Brooklyn Club

Mike Kelley of the Minneapolis club in the American Association sent pitcher Ray Trubbell and outfielder Dick Loftus back to the Brooklyn club. Some observers suspect a first call arrangement with Uncle Stobby as efforts to obtain Johnny Butler from Kelley continue. Tudwell and Loftus were included in the McGraw deal.

Mike Kelley Minneapolis American Sasociathon Ray Trubbell Dick Loftus Brooklyn Mike Uncle Stobby Johnny Butler Tudwell Loftus McGraw

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