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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1920
Page
3
A historical account recalls Kapiolani’s 1820 act defying Pele the volcano goddess. She visited Mauna Loa against warnings, cast stones into the crater, and consumed sacred berries, signaling a shift to Christianity and ending local idol worship.
The article notes the first regular postal link between New York and Boston began on December 10, 1672 with a monthly post. It recalls a prior Boston post office at Richard Fairbanks’ house and 1657 acts for rapid imperial communications among colonies.
An eminent naturalist explains the whale’s breathing mechanism. He notes the windpipe opens behind the head, the blow-hole valve works perfectly, and water cannot enter the lungs. The whale’s long dives are supported by a venous reservoir behind the lungs, preventing air access during deep submersion.
Grit urges enduring, consistent lives to build character and improve society. The piece envisions future leaders who seek bedrock facts, founding civilization on truth and lasting results, and invites readers to become trainers of the new age by teaching critical thinking and not taking things for granted.
A boxing kangaroo era began with the first animal to box in America earning enough in five years to retire its owner. This set a pattern of performing animals “making” their masters. Hagenbeck's Wonder Zoo benefited from Max and Moritz, the human apes, in London Olympia.
A columnist raises a playful query on whether women shun red headed men and why. He notes his own carrot colored hair and argues the topic merits philosopher and sociologist attention as a public concern for the future.
Archie Bender and Miss Elizabeth Schlemme married at the Congregational parsonage in Scotch Grove. An unimproved 80 acre tract near Anamosa sold for 250 dollars an acre to J. I. Rhody. Dr. Ef G. Rawson named to Jones county health survey. Louis Perrin committed to the state hospital at Independence after a claim of insanity. transported by Deputy Sheriff and A J. Shanklin.
Europe’s problem centers on fostering Germany’s industrial prowess while curbing militaristic impulses. Lenin and Trotsky have indefinitely postponed their U S tour, delaying a key political visit.
Arch ie R Anderson of Houston, a longtime public official, praises Tanlac after suffering indigestion gas and fatigue. He credits the tonic with rapid relief after four years of illness, noting improved sleep appetite and energy. Endorses Tanlac for others, with local retailers named in Monticello Oxford Junction.
Kansas City Times notes skepticism about Attorney General Palmer as an administration candidate until his performance in the Michigan primary. The report highlights the strong showing that persuaded supporters.
Boston Herald notes that the bid for the vice presidency rivals the rush for theater seats behind the posts, illustrating crowded demand and competition.
The Chicago Tribune notes President Wilson values a chance to see a circus and wonders if he will travel to San Francisco for the spectacle. If he does, it would underscore the prominence of such events in his public life and schedules.
A statement from an Iroquois chief asserts the United States lacks a clear guiding leadership as it sails without a rudder. The remark frames the U S A as a country without steady direction.
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