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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1917
Page
1
Jones County raised 884600 dollars on the second call, aided by a planned, countywide organization. George Schoonover led a driver reaching every home, with captains, lieutenants and committees reporting daily. Subscriptions equaled two percent of each taxpayer’s worth, and oversubscribing adjusted gaps.
The passage notes that many did not fully grasp the proposition. It distinguishes three groups: those who shirk any burden, the slackers, and those who feel they owe their share. It emphasizes that shirkers and slackers are few, while many take their just share.
The text describes soldiers in first line trenches with French comrades preparing for deployment to active and extended war service. It notes the grouping of American troops into a unified unit as more men are trained and ready to join.
The October hunter's moon evokes autumn color and calm countryside scenes. The piece contrasts British and American views, noting the United States fills cantonments and wages war to protect American towns and fields from danger at night.
A Waterloo Times-Tribune item examines whether girls wear short skirts to display stockings or wear showy stockings because of their skirts, exploring fashion norms and social expectations in the community.
Tabulation shows $3,000 bonds taken by the Tobiasson estate counted in Wayne township. Eleven townships exceeded minimum allotments by $297,230 while five fell short by $46,300. Nine townships failed to reach maximums by $264,700. three exceeded maximums by $93,200. county short of maximum by $171,600 and over minimum by $260,880.
The article reports Austro Hungarian German forces overrunning about 120 000 square miles of Italian territory with over 120 000 Italians taken prisoner and more than 1 000 guns captured in an eight day drive from Isonzo to the Carni Alps. It notes Cadorna’s retreat and rear guards harassing the advance while Berlin claims Italian losses and enemy success on the Tagliamento plain. French and British reinforcement promises are cited, and a message of unity from Italy’s new premier to Cadorna is noted. On other fronts Canadians face pressure near Passchendaele, Verdun bombardments continue, and a Belgian mutiny among German troops is reported.
The New York Sun reports Dr. Alexis Carrel's talk before the Academy of Medicine on wound care. He highlights cleansing and bacteria destruction with Carrel-Dakin hypochlorite solution and a device by Captain Du Nuoy that keeps flow and drainage steady, reducing amputations and advancing healing.
The Webster City Freeman-Journal defends Senator Cummins changing view on liquor policy noting a man nearing seventy may reassess past positions. The piece counters implying impaired judgment at age 70 and contrasts with Chicago News praising the American flag as the greatest union label for democracy.
Captain Frederick R. Giersten of St. Paul and mustering officer for the 318th engineer regiment was killed near Camp Dodge when struck by a Davidson Bros truck. An inquest and board of officers are investigating the incident. Des Moines camp officials praise conditions for National Army men.
A Washington report says food prices have peaked and a mild downturn may follow if Americans heed the Hoover movement pledge. The Iowa note touts land investments as safer than government bonds, per Webster City Freeman-Journal.
Rev C C Dillavoy inducted as pastor at United Brotherhood in Olin. Mrs Clem aged 108 near North McGregor enjoys good health. Martin Bray, Cass township, joins the U S Army aviation corps at Jefferson Barracks. Rev Dr H H Maynard of Coe College dies suddenly in Pittsburgh. A farmer near Maquoketa auctions pumpkins for Red Cross funds. Lillian Miner wed George Hill at Olin with Rev S W Williams officiating. Valent ine Nees dies on railroad trip en route to Greene. Delaware County canvasses amendment results with 208 against. Mrs Terrence Dunnigan buried at Cascade after Baptist service. Wozenilek case delayed. Frank Pavelka named guardian amid neglect dispute.
The Express reports Jones county raised 884 600 toward the second liberty loan of five million. Lovell township Monticello led with 180 100. Mayor Voorhees and aides O E Brainerd Frank Fering M W Kehoe aided the drive. outside city districts J J Bailey P D Bell J H J Stutt Henry Freeze helped. Subscriptions met little resistance with a few needing a second visit. County standings show Lovell 160 Fairview 126 Oxford 102 Wayne 93 Madison 92 Castle Grove 78 Washington 77 Wyoming 74 Rome 73 Scotch Grove 71 Richland 61 Cass 67 Jackson 49 Greenfield 42 Hale 34 Clay 30.
A lighthearted note from the Omaha World Herald citing a culinary quip that pumpkin pie needs sugar to finish properly. The item frames a common kitchen observation with a dash of playful irony.
The Eclipse Corner urges boosting hog production by 23 percent to meet war demands and promotes superior farm buildings. It highlights wooden hog houses for heat and cold protection, offers free bulletins and plan services, and notes that investments now in quality structures improve yields and profits.
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