11 Nov 1920
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1920
Page
1
A dog recounts a hunting tale about Mr. Jack Rabbit, who dares the dog to show a dancing step. The dog demonstrates a backward hop and missteps, allowing Jack to escape and be punished by the master. The moral warns against learning new tricks from unfamiliar animals and sticks to practiced steps.
A poem fragment reflects on dreaming of riches yet paying daily bills and keeping a foxlike creditor at bay. It contrasts small generosity for strangers or friends with the lure of wealth. Copyright marks frame the verse.
IVILIZATION is a matter of baths and daily hygiene. The article argues modern civilization rises with refined bath practices and urges installing a shower, using rubber spray pipes, and scrubbing to improve skin and appearance. It emphasizes minimal water use and thorough cleaning for overall polish.
The shah of Persia owns what is said to be the world’s most valuable pipe, the official pipe of Persia, used only on special state occasions. It is bedazzled with rubies and diamonds and valued at over 500000 dollars.
A narrator recounts betting on a longshot horse at a race track after being urged by a friend to bet big. The horse loses badly as the wager fails, prompting reflections on risk, luck, and the odds of success. The piece ends with a break in dialogue about hiring a maid versus a learned army cook.
A column of quips and reflections on everyday quirks and humor. Jokes about wives, husbands, and social foibles mix with cultural jests and old country sayings. The piece surveys humor from Finnigin Filosofy to Irish wit, noting how language and manners provoke laughter.
The Washington Monument stands 555 feet 544 inches high from floor to apex. The shaft reaches 500 feet 444 inches, topped by a 55 foot pyramid. Base measures 6F feet 144 inches square with walls 15 feet thick at the base tapering to 18 inches at the top.
An American Museum of Natural History led expedition, with American Asiatic Association and Asia Magazine support, will spend five years across China Mongolia and central Asia led by Roy Chapman Andrews. It aims to recover fossil remains and rich natural history collections to boost New York as a center of Asiatic science and foster Sino American scientific ties.
Requests from across the United States urge redirecting westward migrants from growing cities to rural areas. Commissioner Wallis says immigration authorities lack power as delegations visit Killian Island to press city-targeted limits. Detroit chamber seeks northern Michigan settlement while noting Maltese barred from Canada have settled there.
A freight train raced through Princess tunnel seven miles west of Ashland Kentucky triggering natural gas ignition. Engineer G W Sanders may lose both eyes while firemen W M Debord and Herbert Donaway suffer severe burns. A spark from the engine started the blaze. Switz erland reportedly has more deaf mutes per capita than any other nation.
London reports that doorkeys are deemed unnecessary in Bolshevik Russia and only privileged individuals may possess them. An AP journalist in Omsk was told doors should not be locked, but a Bolshevist commandant issued an official key and locking privilege. The piece notes six million cords of wood were converted to shipping cases last year.
Lexington report notes Richard P. Stoll Jr six days old hailed as world’s youngest colonel as he is added to Governor Edwin P. Morrow’s staff. England’s rubber workforce totals 71,000 with 87,000 males and 34,00 females.
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes with easy directions for dyeing worn garments in rich fade resistant colors suitable for wool, silk, linen, cotton or blends. It urges readers to ask their druggist for the Diamond Dyes Color Card. The ad claims any woman can dye skirts waists dresses coats gloves and more.
An advertisement extols Boschee's Syrup as soothing throat and lung inflammation from coughs and bronchitis. It claims fifty four years of world wide use and promises restful nights and easy morning expectoration. The text is followed by a humorous classically styled exchange from the Boston Transcript.
Local notice advertises Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a tonic and blood purifier. It claims to cleanse the blood build up the system restore normal conditions and enable nature to work. Circulation free from J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio.
A boy visiting a big city is struck by the sheer number of people on the streets. On returning home his mother asks for his thoughts and he quips that there must have been a fair with all the crowds.
A terse exchange notes Irish resolve against the Black and Tans with a line about meeting them with dogged determination. The quote reflects a stance of steadfast resistance in the face of British forces.
A stranger tests Blank & Co. coffee with brisk exchanges. The dealer extols the blend as highly popular and suitable for regular use. The customer, introducing himself as Blank, recalls a prior complaint about unsatisfactory goods and a demanded discount, then bids farewell.
A teacher asks for a simile to the word maiden. Johnny Summers replies that a maiden is the cider. The teacher explains a maiden is sweet and Johnny adds that it grows sour with old age.
Mulvane News ponders a sobering question about widowhood after a man in church passes the plate while many men refrain. The note frames social behavior and religious practice in a small community tone.
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