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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1916

Page

5

Conception of the Presidency and Economic Policy

On the eve of election, the candidate outlines his presidential creed, emphasizing executive leadership, an able cabinet, firm yet courteous foreign policy, protection for American workers, and government oversight of business. He contrasts his approach with Wilson and warns against class war, urging universal justice and prosperity through industrial growth and fair dealing.

Wilson Department of State Department of the Navy Europe United States Spain Sweden Norway Mexico France England Germany Democratic Party

Chicago Daily News Attacks Wilson in Editorial

The Chicago Daily News denounces President Wilson for his handling of the railroad strike threat, criticizing his eight hour day framing, the rushed rush to law, and a shameless surrender to force. It warns of timidity, craft, and dangerous precedent harming unorganized workers and national interests.

Chicago Daily News Chicago Wilson Thea Federal Board of Mediation and Congress

Warning from The Daily News on Wilson term

In its opinion the Daily News argues that national safety and the integrity of institutions cannot be entrusted to President Wilson for another term.

Daily News Wilson

Roosevelt assails Wilson in Hughes Alliance address

In Brooklyn Roosevelt denounces Wilson, calling for a day of fasting and humiliation for the nation. He cites Ohio headlines contrasting Wilson’s war stance and antiwar rhetoric as evidence of a campaign driven by inconsistent positions and political expediency.

New York Wilgon United States Roosevelt Hughes Alliance Brooklyn Academy of Music Wilson Ohio Cleveland

Iowa Forecast: Hughes and Fairbanks Lead GOP Sweep

Des Moines dateline reports Arthur Henning predicting a Republican landslide in Iowa. Hughes and Fairbanks win a large agricultural majority, Harding elected governor with about 60,000 margin, Meredith trailing in many areas, and Democrats largely shut out in Congress with ten GOP incumbents favored.

Arthur Henning Chicago Tribune Des Moines Hughes Iowa Fairbanks William L. Harding Sioux City BH. T. Meredith Federal Reserve Bank Harding Meredith Wilson Steele Scott

Quarry Worker Admits Debt Risk Amid Dangers

In dialect dialogue Bridget warns Pat about danger in the quarry. Pat acknowledges borrowing two dollars from the foreman and states he will no longer perform risky tasks. The exchange highlights precarious labor conditions and worker reluctance to refuse dangerous work.

Bridget

Humorous Fragments From Courtroom to Curb

A collection of dated light anecdotes and faux courtroom banter. Jokes about lawyers judges and neutral bystanders mix with a pirate’s piratey wit and a robber’s miscount showing comic misreadings of everyday life. A jewish traveler cites a 2 percent discount in a train robbery.

Which One Are You A B I C Magazine

At twenty, sixty five seems far away yet the article shows long term finance outcomes from a life insurer. Among 100 average men aged twenty five, by sixty five 36 will be dead 1 rich 4 wealthy 6 will be working 54 will depend on others.

A. B. I. C. Magazine Jife

Shattuck Cave Reveals Fairyland Like Mine Chamber

A blast at the Shattuck mine in Arizona opened a vast cavern 845 feet wide and 175 feet high, resembling fairyland. Crystals line the walls and a forty foot stalactite chandelier hangs from the ceiling while colored formations add ruby red and emerald hues to the scene. Specimens from Shattuck cave enhanced the Michigan College of Mines collection.

Shattuck Arizona Shattuck Cave Michigan College of Mines

Sacred Jewish fruit esrog prized in markets worldwide

The esrog or sacred Jewish citron is pricey and little known, used in the Feast of Tabernacles since Babylonian times and cherished by orthodox Hebrews across several countries. It resembles a lemon in appearance and has a strong, pleasant fragrance.

Tabernacles

Great Yellowstone Trail Wonders of the West Route

The Yellowstone trail links St Paul to west of Yellowstone National Park with fork points inviting travelers to choose the true path. Joys and uncertainties of navigation add to the charm of a distant western trip.

St. Paul Yellowstone National Park

True Patriotism in Public Service and Character

Ohio State Journal argues patriotism equates to service to others and ethical conduct. It condemns greed and jingoism, stating a patriot must uphold honesty purity decency courage and fairness in addressing public issues.

Ohio State Journal

Gossiping remarks in a Washington Stir quip

A bright young flirt teases Lotta Golde's heiress about her value as gold while the elderly heiress blushes. The tease backfires as the girl notes the gossip reaches all the young man's creditors in a witty exchange.

Naisy Gobsa Golde Lotta Washlington

Humorous Quip Reveals Marital Mischief in Courtroom

In a light exchange, Mrs Guschley remarks on marrying a clever man. Proudley asks what was said, and his wife replies she only knows she has been married once. The anecdote highlights witty banter in a domestic moment.

Where a King's Clothes Were Kept

The article notes St Andrew's by the Wardrobe in Queen Victoria Street as a landmark tied to the king's great wardrobe. It recounts Sir John Beauchamp's former town mansion bought for royal apparel keepers, cites Puller on ancient royal garments, mentions Shakespeare's gift to Susannah in Warwickshire, and records Wren rebuilding the church after the fire amid the evangelical revival led by William Ro Innine.

St. Andrew's-by-the-Wardrobe Queen Victoria Street Sir John Beauchamp Edward TH Puller Shakespeare Susannah Warwickshire Wardrobe John Robinson St. Andrew's-by-the- Wardrobe Wren Froud William Ro Innine Westminster Gazette

Conductor Chides Choir Over Out of Tune Rehearsal

Mme X unsettles performance as Dr Richter requests the orchestras A and corrects errors with a playful quip. He first asks for pitch then mocks a string of faulty notes with a joke about singing compromise. The scene ends with his recovered humor and insight.

Mme. X Dr. Richter Manchester Guardian

Why He Was on Time by Beranger

A passerby compliments Beranger on his punctuality at engagements. He replies that age teaches the danger of delaying the hour as guests waiting for him may judge and comment on his faults.

Beranger Pam Miadim

A Rising Concern About Airship Stocks

A Boston Transcript excerpt cites a gambler’s quip on investing in a new airship company, noting that stock value rises if the venture succeeds and fails otherwise. The fragment hints at market speculation and risk.

Boston Transcript

Mosby and His Men Attitude Toward War Reunions

A Washington Post report describes the late Colonel John S Mosby as defiant about being called general, preferring colonel and shunning reunions of his men. Henry D Rose recalls Mosby’s eccentric pride and grim humor as veterans age and new generations attend in his stead.

John S$. Mosby Henry D. Rose Norfolk Hewever Mosby Tie Che Eatonel Moaby Washington Post

When an English weaver returns from America

An English weaver visiting old mill friends recalls hustle in America and jokes that he now spells his name differently and cannot dot the number four due to rushing daily.

America Mirrill Merrey

Curious Clockwork Scene Burned With Townhouse Furnace

In Fieldelberg's town house tower an ornate clock caused a gate to lift the old man’s hat a cock to crow and wings to clap while soldiers clashed. The castle and town complex were destroyed by the Wrench in 16938.

Fieldelberg

Lillian Distracted by Missing Cake Pieces

A mother confronts her daughter Lillian about finding only one piece of cake in the pantry instead of two. Lillian admits she may have missed the second piece in the dark and regrets the oversight.

Lillian

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