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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1921
Page
5
The piece argues for wage concessions and price reductions to ease postwar costs while unions resist, urging strikes. It notes school bond votes narrowly approved, concerns over tax and text book patriotism debates, and critiques of state officials and legislators. It highlights education funding, political appointments, and a defeated amusements tax bill.
The Dearborn Independent quotes concerns that radical critics falsely accuse judges of prejudice or corruption. The piece argues that damaging faith in the judiciary erodes democratic foundations by casting doubt on equal justice. It frames these charges as a tactic in broader anti government agitation.
In North Dakota a bank was robbed with thieves escaping after securing about $400. The Nonpartisan League appears likely to have moved first, leaving investigators studying rival leads in a tense political-crime intersection.
The Iowa legislature approved the soldiers adjusted compensation plan in its original house form after a senate amendment to include S. A. T. C. men failed. The measure bonds for 22 million dollars to fund payment and disability, with voters to decide in November 1922.
Mrs Maud Wood Park told 2000 Philadelphia women that ignorance can be power for now and future government study. The talk framed enfranchisement as a catalyst for broader public duty, sharper judgment, and renewed civic energy among voters and society.
The New York World portrays Mr. Wilson as a president who ruled mainly by ideas. He paid little heed to party organization and rarely sought party leaders. Patronage played a minor role in his governance and he avoided meddling with office administration unless his policies were blocked.
The piece notes that allies talk of debt cancellation and that the idea resonates with the public. It suggests a shared appetite for relief from financial obligations in the current climate.
March term proceedings list numerous dismissals defaults and settlements. Judge Milo P. Smith presided as calendars show judgments on notes and attachments, partition sales, and a signed stipulation transferring care of Silvia Pepin to Mrs. F W Olden with each side paying half costs.
The Quaker Oats Company endured a 6 million plus annual loss in 1920 as war prosperity faded. Inventory value fell by four million while debt rose by 5.7 million, cutting dividends and dragging stock prices down from 300 to 100. Producers blame high costs and cheap oats, urging labor and material costs to align with market prices.
The Cedar Rapids Republican discusses Mr. Harding's inaugural address advocating universal conscription. It argues every worker including financiers, carpenters, and blacksmiths would serve at soldier wages to deter profiteers and uphold peace, noting a draft might curb pro war attitudes among questioned industrialists.
Davenport Democrat says Henry Vollmer assistant city attorney learned he was hired for political blame sharing rather than legal work. He concluded the council ignores law and facts and sought a non socialist to shoulder blame if negotiations failed.
William T. Calvert of Linn County died at his Whittier home near Springville on the 4th inst at age 68. He moved to Iowa from Ohio in a covered wagon in 1864 after long residence in Linn County.
James J. Davis, newly appointed secretary of labor, pledges a department governed by the public good, fairness to employers and workers, and strict observance of laws. He aims to end bias toward any group and to run the department without pandering to economic theories or prejudices.
Monticello defeats McGregor 27 to 16 to clinch the Cascade tournament consolation prize at the University of Dubuque. Cap tain McLaughlin and Laude lead Monticello with seven field goals, five free throws, while Huebsch shines for McGregor in a hard fought final. Cascade and Bellevue also win consolation games as Gearhart, Hubbard and Donace star in the supporting rounds.
The piece notes tougher job markets with workers fighting to keep positions while openings attract hopeful applicants. It also reports local events including a marriage license for L Beitz and Agnes DeShaw and a planned ceremony, plus other small town notes about geese traffic, a French honor for Capt Fred B Holbert, and local ads and notices.
A historical note lists nine Iowans who served as cabinet members or in top federal posts. It mentions James Harlin as the first Iowa cabinet appointee, and tracks careers including Harlan Belknap Kirkwood Hatton McCreary Wilson Shaw Meredith and Wallace with dates and offices from Interior to Treasury and Agriculture.
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