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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1918
Page
1
A new law moves clocks one hour ahead from Easter to October, extending daylight for outdoor activity and conserving artificial light. Iowa soldiers in France earn French cross honors with 11 of 24 decorated from Iowa. state’s Civil War troops also show steadfast duty, prompting pride in how much can be done.
The writer argues the United States may seize or use Dutch ships in its waters as a lawful wartime measure to feed Dutch civilians, comparing it to Germany’s earlier actions in the Franco Prussian era and asserting U S liability for losses or usage. He notes Dutch fears of German threats and asserts America’s right under international law.
The piece argues Democrats expect no strong showing on their state ticket this year with only a nominal senatorial candidate. It cites calls for Porter to run for governor to sway churchgoing and prohibitionists, while leaders deny temperance will be an issue. It suggests temperance advocates should look to Republicans for results.
The speaker calls for citizens to throttle German propaganda, monitor every community, and swiftly target those aiding distribution including aliens, pro Germans, pacifists, traitors, or newspapers run by unprincipled men. He warns of increased scrutiny for those who fail to act for the country.
The piece notes a peace treaty between Germany and the Bolsheviks, yet asserts the German government may not abide by it as the party of the second part continues its drive across a ruined Russia.
Officials discuss using whale meat as food with hogs more numerous locally, hotels along the Mississippi valley expected to keep current menus without changes.
The text argues brewers should lose one third of the grain they use and call for a rare boozeless day, urging sacrifice from drinkers and industry alike.
The Stillwater Gazette laments being labeled a slacker as it defends a small reserved space for reader matters amid wartime interests. The note reflects editor tensions with multiple wartime factions influencing coverage.
Sir Eric Geddes states that U boats are being sunk as fast as launched, and he notes it would be better news if sinking rate exceeds launch rate, signaling improved naval effectiveness.
St. Paul Pioneer Press comments on President Wilson seeking pacifist support by portraying a pacifist stance as turning the other cheek. The piece suggests political messaging could shape public perception amid discussions on Russia and peace policy.
The piece argues that organized pillage and terror by invading forces have long existed, citing 19th century commentary and ancient history to claim such violence is not new. It calls for civilization to exterminate this pattern forever, framing it as a grave wartime menace.
The Associated Press notes that a daylight saving bill was signed last Tuesday by President Wilson. Clocks move forward one hour on the last Saturday in March and back one hour on the last Saturday in October. Trains and daily life continue normally with the change. The plan is said to conserve daylight and save fuel while benefiting health and production.
The Catholic church and its members have shown strong patriotism since the war, supporting the country in word and deed and filling ranks in both fighting services. A small minority with ancient enmity has offered no meaningful opposition, leaving the church’s recognition as a key element of national strength intact.
The piece notes that trench raids are daily in all sectors of the fighting line and have been common since trench warfare began. It urges readers to keep a sense of proportion and not exaggerate their significance, focusing on American soldiers’ daily grind. It adds a Sioux City Journal quip about home fires burning being misapplied to the war’s hellfire group.
The Continent quotes Rev. Joan C. Orth reflecting on German born Americans torn between birth country and United States. It notes his son serving in France with Pershing and a letter declaring brutal German atrocities witnessed firsthand. Orth helped found the German American Patriotic Association of Iowa condemning Prussian military actions.
The Davenport Times contrasts two loyalty types during war. Negative loyalty means obeying laws and avoiding dissent while supporting home life and war drives when urged. Positive loyalty includes active public service, supporting government, boosting soldiers, and volunteering for loans and Red Cross campaigns.
An OCR fragment from the St Paul Pioneer Press mentions a rus so German feature and a bond in Metrograd. It notes Germans signing something to prepare for the next battle with signs and winded wording.
American soldiers in Lorraine push to frame Alsace Lorraine dispute as an international issue, despite Chancellor von Hertling’s differing stance.
Obituary notes Dr Alred J Skinner of Cascade who died March 7. he was Michigan born and Civil War veteran. Also mentioned are civic notices, bank suicide in Wellman, local elections, and other regional items including deaths, arrests, and corporate changes. Varying obituaries and community updates color a dense neighborhood page.
Waterloo Times-Tribune urges Iowa residents to fully support soldiers abroad by providing supplies and backing their efforts. Citizens should sacrifice comfort and give their all without hesitation to ease the fighters' burdens at home and abroad.
A list of Iowa soldiers reported as casualties and wounded last Monday includes Corporal Albert Beliner from South Lake Iowa and Bugler Travery Anderson of Oak intoosa Iowa, with many others from Atlantic Clarinda Red Oak Ottumwa and other Iowa towns noted as severely wounded slightly or killed in action.
Six Towa boys of the unit now known as the 160th 160th receive the French Cross of War for bravery. Parents notified. Honor roll includes Captain W Aiken Winterset and Stank Osgood Centerville killed shortly after previous honor. Wounded are Charles B Gordon Centerville Mareh G Lewis Wawardy Center ville and others. Additional Lewi names listed from Washington Waterloo Woodbine with wounds noted.
A collage of quips from various papers reveals playful exchanges and social bits. Jests about shingles, trustees, and watches mix with wartime service flags and humorous misunderstandings. The tone mirrors early 20th century humor.
Sioux City Journal warns the republic faces a grave condition requiring force to avoid feudal regression and urges a clear wartime call from the president. St Paul Pioneer Press notes an impression that Mayor Hylan's appointments may ease democracy.
The ad touts Eclipse services for building problems from chimneys to machine sheds with low prices. It urges farmers to buy washed coal, seal leaks, improve barns and hog houses, and notes John I. Broken expanding his property before spring.
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