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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1917
Page
5
The text recalls a furor over food shortages caused by reports of scarcity while arguing for restraint and thrift. It notes wheat may fall short due to winter killed crops but corn and potatoes will rise with planted acreage. It urges measures to curb waste, renew mortgages, and avoid high prices, while commenting on Roosevelt, censorship, finance, and political vacancies.
Billy Sunday advocates fair wages aligning with his manner of smiling as the contribution box total is set. The evangelist’s stance reflects his public appeal and fundraising approach during the service.
Cedar Rapids Republican urges residents to fight food price speculators by avoiding overpriced essentials. It predicts a summer market drop and urges buying substitutes, dumping potatoes soon, and not yielding to price hikes. The piece promotes self reliance and collective consumer action to force cheaper goods.
Major General John J. Pershing, chosen to command America’s first battle unit in France, has a long combat history across the Americas and Asia. He fought Indians, Filipinos, and Mexicans, led a Mexico expedition against Villa, served in Cuba in 1898, fought Moros in the Philippines, and earlier clashed with Apache and Sioux in the West. Born in Missouri, Pershing is nearly 57.
The Washington Star notes that farmers can seek fixes if lawmakers miss any detail in tax legislation and return to repair oversights.
Sioux City Journal notes the death of Joseph H Choate in New York in his 86th year. The renowned lawyer served as ambassador to Great Britain from 1899 to 1905 and helped spark Anglo American friendship. He chaired committees against the Tweed ring, helped lead the Hague peace conference in 1907, wrote on Rufus Choate, and hosted war missions in New York before dying after a brief illness.
Des Moines Attorney General Harper plans a second letter to county attorneys this week outlining which occupations and businesses may operate on Sundays under the Sunday closing statute. Garages may stay open, rail transport must not be hindered, churches are exempt, and theaters, paid baseball games, cigar and confectionery stores are barred. The AG questions Sunday chautauquas legality, and says livery stables predate garages. He criticizes Colfax Mayor Craigen and Winterset County Attorney Wilkinson. The anti tipping law won’t be enforced pending constitutional court ruling.
The piece contrasts old and new rural life noting a man who once walked to town with boots and crackers becomes one who drives a traction engine then returns home by car. The wife now orders groceries via parcel post while the mail arrives at the door. The author questions progress.
The Independence Bulletin Journal discusses proposed war taxes touching autos drugs theater and movie tickets playing cards tobacco newspaper postage incomes and letter postage. It argues every man and woman should pay their just share toward wartime expenses as Congress debates specifics.
The article notes that after the 1912 campaign Roosevelt has regained public affection through displays of patriotic enthusiasm and willingness to make sacrifices. It highlights his prior popularity, subsequent loss of friends, and current appeal to the American people.
The French mission, received in Boston, has heard American speech and can compare it with the dialect used in New York.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS reports injuries from falls and car crashes across Earlville and Dyersville, with an auto collision near Graf killing two and injuring several. Trials include Harold Jirka in Marion for extortion and numerous court rulings on estates, guardianships, and civil actions in Anamosa and Cedar Rapids areas.
The notice lists who must register from ages twenty one to thirty one, registration on June 5, 1917 from 7 to 9 PM at the usual precinct voting place, with mail options for those away or ill. Exemptions include physically unfit, certain workers, and military personnel. penalties for not registering include jail and compulsory registration thereafter.
The New York Independent argues for immediate large scale deployment of fighting men to France. It calls for rapid preparation equipping arming and shipment to France and urges continuous sustained effort until victory.
The paper notes that enthusiasm for a Russian republic appears eagerness-driven and possibly premature, suggesting the public reaction may have outpaced verification. It questions the stability and legitimacy behind the initial celebration.
Executive officers of the registration board appoint registration clerks for each voting precinct on June 6 1917. Clerks include Howard Irvine Fred Cramer S M Bob Clay J G Finglish Wo A Wicka Caas A Ray Poabeee Ww W Bray and many others at Castle Grove Fairview Anamosa Madison and other towns. Registration runs 7 a m to 8 p m at regular voting places.
Governor W L Harding appoints a state defense council of 21 to align with the national body. In Jones county a county council is named to assist Sheriff Mills in conducting the war census, listing members from townships such as Monticello Castle Grove Wayne Richland Scotch Grove Madison Wyoming Cass Washington Jackson Greenfield Hale Fairview Rome Oxford and others.
Des Moines dispatch notes automobile fatalities rose yearly. 1918 total 80 deaths. 1914 116. 1915 120. 1916 162. Comparisons: 1915 auto deaths exceed measles by 30 and scarlet fever by 85. 112 more than infantile paralysis. Diphtheria and croup 11 deaths versus 120 auto deaths and 196 typhoid. Major deaths from tuberculosis and heart disease remain high.
The Springfield Republican notes submarines have practical defense value and should not be held vindictively. It argues their misuse lies with users, not the vessels, and that submarines may ultimately aid national security.
In an era of telegraph and telephones it is extremely doubtful that a lengthy car journey can hide a person from the draft. Authorities note the difficulty of escaping notice as modern communications aid detection.
A Burlington Hawkeye item critiques Russia for overindulging in foreign vintages and urges adopting and sticking with an American brand instead.
In Washington record commentary Berlin mocks Haig’s World War I advance plans. It notes Berlin’s view that a British defeat occurs when Haig attempts three miles and gains only two, reflecting Allied setbacks in the field.
A brief civic note urges residents to act now and take initiative locally with a call to personal responsibility in Cedar Rapids. The message emphasizes self-reliance and direct action rather than outsourcing tasks to others.
A reminiscence in rural vernacular recounts sleeping on a porch under the night sky and waking to a mother preparing breakfast, illustrating calm, quiet, and a sense of rest. The piece shifts to a sober note urging economy and industrial growth with the call to "Do More."
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