Reading taste and the value of literature for youth
The piece argues young readers favor modern novels over study aids, citing Judge Black and Arnold Bennett as models. It notes Roosevelt’s library choices and Macaulay’s essays as lasting guides, urging Monticello High School pupils to continue literary excursions with wise companions.
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Judge Black
United States
Niagara
Gelter
Iterature
Blackstone
Coke
Starkie
Black Tei
Avot
Arnold Bennett
Englad
Roosevelt
Africa
Lord Macaulay
Macaulay
Monticello High School
Edison Style Tests Spark Debate on Hiring Standards
A discussion roars over test questions used to screen graduates applying for positions with Thomas Edison. Critics say the items are overly technical and specialty focused, favoring encyclopedic knowledge over practical understanding and adaptability. The author notes that professionals from various fields would craft questions tailored to their needs, potentially stumping even Edison himself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Edison
Edison
United States
Marcion
Automobile Prices Fall as Public Mum on New Cars
Many makes have recently been reduced in price as consumer demand for new automobiles remains tepid. Manufacturers of cheaper lines plan to maintain output, citing the times as favorable to economy and reduced inflation pressures.
Jewell Defends Rail Wage Standards Against Board Requests
New York Tribune reports Mr. Jewell head of the railway employees federation rejects wage reductions for unskilled workers. He argues maintaining living standards is essential, regardless of railroad finances, urging Congress to address deficits caused by wartime policy. He warns without wage readjustment or aid, government seizure of railroads may continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Tribune
Jewell
Railway
McAdoo
United States Treasury
Hey
Congress
Railroad Labor Board
West Virginia Gov Morgan Calls for Order in Mingo County
Washington Post notes Gov Morgan seeks support from good citizens and urges federal troops if needed to restore peace. It argues disputes should be settled without force, condemns the terror in Mingo county, and calls for a clear permanent resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Mingo County
Opposition to a sales tax raised in Aberdeen News
The Aberdeen News notes strong opposition to a proposed sales tax with critics arguing it would fall on consumers and be among Congress's most unpopular measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberdeen News
Congress
Commencement and memorial notices from Hopkinton region
The district announces next week’s public school commencements with ten graduates. Numerous obituaries and accident reports follow, including deaths of Mrs. Heyes Crawford and Bodily fatal incidents in Manchester, Cascade, DeWitt, and surrounding towns, plus community notes on school and civic events.
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Hopkinton
Orley
Reneau
Graceland
Lamont
Grand River
Heyes Crawford
Sioux City
Joseph Carr
Miles Drake
Delaware County
France
New York
Manchester
H. L. Coughnour
First Congregational Church of
Soviet authorities face off in diplomatic standoff over American hostages
Sioux City Journal argues Moscow’s iron rule harms diplomacy as Americans remain jailed. It cites Krasin’s planned visit to push trade, but Washington says no dialogue while U S citizens are jailed. The piece labels Soviet leadership as outcasts and questions Moscow’s approach to foreign relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City Journal
Russia
Moscow
United States
Reds
America
Leonid Krasgin
Great Britain
Lloyd George
Canada
M. Krassin
Washington
Family of Nations
Protest Against Using High School Term For Youth Morals
The Cadar Rapids Republican denounces calling youths in moral lapses "high school girls and boys" as slanderous to schools and teachers. It argues most youths attend various schools or churches and that tying morality lapses to schools is unjust and misleading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cadar Rapids
Iowa Towns Vary Widely in School Funding Levels
Iowa University statistics show average public funding for education at about 62 percent, with three quarters of towns allocating at least 65 percent to schools. Some small towns dedicate under 5 percent while a few mid sized cities assign around 20 percent. The average annual cost to educate a pupil is about 99 dollars. Tax rates range from 2 to 131.6 mills in small towns, while cities 5 000 to 10 000 population average 84.2 mills. the largest found levy is 194 mills.
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C. J. Stevens -of
Upper Iowa University
William F. McDowell
Dubuque Casket Company of
Dubuque
Bernard Coyne
Anthony
Iowa
Coyne
Anamosa
Roberts
C.C. Dillivan
Olin
Edward H. Hamblin
Manchester
Hamblin
Delaware County
Green Bay
Wisconsin
N. G. Hetherington
Howard
Burt Hamblin
W. F. Walsh
Cascade Baseball Association
Dyersville
Glen Gearhart
Cascade
J. McMullan
Acar
Maynard Puterbough
Carl Porthon
Elva Bow- Man
Helen ‘Porthon
DeWitt
Kirtley Place
Myrtle
Gladys Schmidt
Lost Nation
Iowa City
College of Education
University of Iowa
Towa
Ford Urges Progress Following Depression Lessons
Henry Ford writes in the Dearborn Independent that times are better but not through the woods yet. He notes a sober lesson from depression, praises returning workers and those who formerly did not work, warns against prosperity era speculators, and remarks that cherry crop news from Fort Collins will not spark enthusiasm as there is little to drop a cherry into.
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Sioux’ City
Taft
Harding
Philippines
Roosevelt
Supreme Bench
Islands
White Horse
Supreme Court
Hughes
Sutherland
Utah
Henry Ford
Dearborn
Monticello High School Baccalaureate Sermon Declares Fortunate Isles
Rev W P Ames spoke at Mirat Congregational Church on May 22 at 8 PM delivering a sermon “To the Fortunate Isles” to Monticello high school graduates. He urged graduates to set a clear goal and pursue truth with steadfast character while Columbus like faith guides progress. The service featured class sections, a processional, invocation, an anthem, scripture, and closing prayers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monticello High School
Mirat Congregational
W. P. Ames
Fortunate Isles
Joaquin Miller
Mines
Columbus
Santa Maria
Isles
Gag attack method for rodent control on farms
Iowa State experts describe a gag attack using vehicle exhaust to drive poison into rat burrows. They suggest poisons such as strychnine sulphate and barium carbonate and outline dough bait methods while warning of risks to pets and humans and noting rats’ rapid reproduction and disease threats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa State College
Perrets
Cleaning Furs for Storage Says Iowa State College
Household science experts at Iowa State College advise cleaning furs before moth proof storage to kill eggs and larvae. Simply packing with moth balls does not prevent damage. store in airtight boxes and use sprays for closet cracks. Cold storage elsewhere offers the cheapest protection against moths, while a separate Washington note hints at U S baseball references.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa State College
Sealed Dica bids for Monticello School District coal delivery
The Independent School District of Monticello Iowa will receive sealed bids until June 16 1921 for delivery of 200 tons of furnace coal to the school house coal bins. A H Koop is secretary. Also two Cadillacs offered for sale by Cadillac Sales Company Cedar Rapids Iowa factory distributors. Type 67 touring car overhaul body repainted priced at 2600 dollars. Type 56 roadster from paint shop overhaul bumper equipment priced at 2000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independent School District
Monticello
Iowa
Franklin County
Finois
Furnace
A. H. Koop
Xtra
Boyce
Cadillac Sales Company
Gedar Rapids
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Sheffield, Brick & Block Co
Zearing
Story County
Packard
Mason City
Des Moines
Farmers’ Creamery of
J. B. Aitchison
Dan Barret
Farmers’ Bank
Cascaders
Bert Kemerer
Zwingle
Phillip Lund
Cedar Falls
Mary
Victor
Ackley
Minerva Stalnaker
Littleport
Robert Riker
Lund
Miss Victor
Miss Stalnaker
Pont
Uncle Sam
Europe
Lincoln Journal
Congressman Valatead
Palmer
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Winateln
Idison
L. Q. Stubler
The
Monticello Motor Company
Matthiessen Auto & Supply Qo
O. B. Burrichter
Cook
Lambert
Monarch
G. Hutton
Will H. Hanken
Alice Snyder
Montballo Produce Co
STEDR
Bauman & Schilt
Geo. Stuhler’s
Willard Service
John Tschanty
Fred Shoyer
North Qedar
Willala
Torma
G. Matthiessen
Furnituris
T. W. Sheridan
Cagendo
M. Brainard
Cass Center Church
41St
Red B. Otten
Slebela' Bros, Bldg
Jones
W. R. Leibale
Goodyear
Matthiessen Auto & Supply Co. Co
Mia
J. Dahling
Maple Hill Farm
Frank J. Lawrence
S. C
Cedar Rapids Hatchery
Cedar Rapids
Cedar Valley
Cumberland
Imp
G. J. Biden
Prairieburg
Monticello State Bank
Monticello, Iowa
Jones County Trust and Savings Bank
Iverson Furniture Store
Eclipse
Ngategorg
Harry I, Rodman
Mgr
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