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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1915
Page
5
Cedar Rapids Republican reports the mayor of Cedar Rapids and Burlington city solicitor discuss to push Legislature for an amendment allowing a higher general fund tax levy. They argue saloon revenue loss will prevent meeting city expenses under current law, while other towns without saloons do not seek higher levies.
The house rejects a move to repeal the present method of selecting the county superintendent and reelect the office. The article argues the current system is better if school board presidents choose a qualified educator based on merit and pay, warning against political favoritism and cronyism.
Nearly half of those seeking naturalization in the district court failed to gain citizenship last week. An agent of the government questioned applicants and noted one man, twenty five years a U S resident, had not learned English or read English newspapers. The examiner suggested he had not contributed in return for government privileges and would remain an alien.
The president ends his second year amid rebellious House members who thwart his programs. A year ago his measures passed, but the latest session saw enough party members oppose him, signaling future political punishment when they seek patronage.
The legislature will not raise passenger fares above two cents a mile. The debate centers on freight rates where deficits persist due to higher costs for employers and dividends to stockholders. A struggle continues over a small freight rate increase to address the freight department shortage.
State Senator Hageman criticizes tipping in public spaces, arguing a bill makes it a misdemeanor for any servant in a public place to receive a tip. He says penalizing the giver would be fairer and notes tips are voluntary, suggesting the law would unfairly target those who accept small gratuities.
A quarter century ago the Iowa Democratic Party was the wet party backing brewers and distillers. Now liquor interests are expected to challenge it as temperance legislation moves from the senate led by a Democrat with many allies ready to revolt against liquor dominance.
The legislature debates a Johnson bill to revert state road and bridge work to the previous framework abandoned two years ago. Supporters say the earlier law brought sane, comprehensive good road plans after initial friction, while opponents seek to emasculate it.
John R. Mott international secretary of the Y M C A told Iowa legislators about Europe’s wartime suffering and unity. He described nations racing from knees to war and urged neutrality until a just peace can be won, while recounting wartime casualties and collective resolve.
The German auxiliary cruiser Prinz Friedrich He received 342 rescued from eight ships sunk in the South Atlantic including the William P Frye from Seattle to Queenstown carrying 6200 tons of wheat valued at 800000. The German captain cites contraband cargo. Washington weighs diplomatic action for reparations while crews await investigation. Wheat prospects under London declaration noted as conditional contraband.
Joseph Wall, chief state examiner of county accounts, probes why a county board of supervisors spent 156 for whisky in 1914. Records show 13 dollars monthly on liquor, with two dollar and four dollar per gallon prices. Officials say cheaper liquor fed paupers each morning to ensure full work days, while visitors at the institution received the dearer whiskey.
United States orders several warships to Vera Cruz and issues a strong note to General Carranza. It disclaims actions by General Obergen’s constitutional forces against a starving city and holds Carranza and Obergen personally liable for any harm to Americans. A reply is being translated at the state department as US citizens are urged to depart Mexico with safe transport offered.
The Iowa Supreme Court voids the mulci law, leaving the legislature to remove the statute from the books. This signals a broader effort to clean up outdated provisions. Local coverage notes the court action reduces state legal clutter and sets up possible legislative follow up.
Former Sioux City police chief is arrested on bribery allegations while a city commissioner faces recall petitions amid protest and threats of violence.
The president escapes a major political setback as his disputed ship purchase bill is defeated and public anxiety over the issue proves limited. Support remains divided amid the vote’s passage and broader maritime policy debates.
Miss Ella McMaster of Onslow died after months of illness at age 53 years 1 month and 18 days. Born January 18 1862 in Enfield Connecticut she moved with her family to Iowa in 1865 and lived in Clay township Jones county. She was a devoted Presby terian and superintendent of the Cradle Roll in Onslow Sabbath school before moving to town a year ago. Services were at the Presbyterian church with Rev Har William Benbow in charge and interment followed at South Mineral cemetery.
Anamosa Eureka reports a county board dispute over the coroner seat. Louis Stabler of Monticello filed his bond late, while Coroner Guernsey of Olin argued he could serve until his successor qualified. The board ruled a vacancy existed and appointed Stabler as voters had chosen.
Ed Meredith is suggested as Democratic national committeeman to succeed Judge Wade. Meredith has been proposed for more offices and held fewer than any prominent Democrat in the state.
Hazel Pangburn reports on high school visitors Miss Eda Warner and Miss Maude Arduser. Students recall kinder garten days, tease about senior adventures in Cedar Rapids, and note a girls basketball game between Monticello and Anamosa on Friday March 17 at 8 PM. The boys basketball team heads to Cedar Rapids for the Northeast State Championship tournament after a 9 game win streak.
The Cherokee Democrat columns on political philosophy argue that a person remains rational except when chosen for legislative duties. It reflects a civic interest in governance and public service.
Joseph E. McKillip has been appointed and confirmed as postmaster at Bellevue. A long list of local items follows, including deaths, crimes, fires, marriages, robberies, contests, and a parole moment for Mrs Dorcus Brazzell after an appeal found her conviction improper and she was discharged.
Congress adjourned with President Wilson insisting the European war remains the sole disturbing element. The use of only in this context may not be a happy choice, as lawmakers debate implied limits on the scope of the conflict and its impact on policy.
Early Kherson oats, Wis. Pedigree Barley, Reid’s yellow dent, Silver King seed corn, Timothy and clover seed mix for sowing at 5 cents per bushel. Also Joe Hofacre farm north of Monticello offered with easy payments and cheaper than renting. Contact P. A. Hosford Platte SD for details. Shoes repair note urging timely cobbler service amid rising prices. Sam Reid offers skilled work.
The weekly Eclipse Corner edited by Shingles combines light satire with consumer pitches. It touts roofing at 1.00 per roll and promotes farm supplies including posts gates and a common sense stave silo, urging readers to prepare for spring chores and home repairs.
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