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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1914
Page
8
The article denounces Germany for the invasion of Belgium, calling it the bloodiest war chapter and a global breach of justice. It extols Belgian bravery and sacrifice, noting Belgium’s innocence, the devastation of its territory, and the suffering of its people.
The Cedar Rapids Republican criticizes Postmaster General Burleson for proposing bids on rural carrier jobs. It argues the plan would force low pay and undermine stable staffing, noting rural free delivery remains essential to farmers and towns. It asserts rural carriers deserve fair wages and that bidding is improper for government offices.
The article critiques fast driving on shared roads noting motorists, liquor, and thrill seekers threaten safety. It urges motorists to report chronic speeders and considers roadside police or formal complaints to curb reckless behavior as automobiles become common.
Nations show respect to the American flag while the flag reciprocates by courtesy. The United States should maintain strict neutrality regardless of wartime bitterness or causes among contestants.
A Cascade report warns the town may lose its railway connection amid battles with the C M St P Ry Co. A state law requires narrow gauge lines to convert to standard gauge, but costs and feasibility cast doubt on orders. An interurban link via Cascade could boost regional traffic and spur new financing.
An agent pressed Mark Twain to invest in life insurance but Twain recalls a Hartford sermon by city missionary Mr Hawley. The tale shows how excessive talk on charity can cool generosity and even lead to a petty theft when the plate comes around.
Miss Anna E Hostert and Mr N S Smith of Worthington Iowa wed Tuesday at St Marys Church Dubuque Monsignor Heer officiating The bridal party included Mr and Mrs BE Wagner of Dubuque Guests from Worthington and Dyersville attended The groom a well known Worthington contractor and the bride a prominent local woman will reside in Worthington after festivities
Des Moines report notes Hamilton previously voted against woman suffrage while in the legislature, casting doubt on any current stance speculation. The remark centers on his legislative record and possible shift versus past positions.
An article on pearl stringing as a refined art, detailing the skill, tools, and methods used by stringers to create flawless necklaces. It notes that mastering the knotting technique may take a year, the craft’s integrity, and the quiet artistry kept by workers, with mentions of antique pieces and museum pieces.
In Wunan province China during a cholera outbreak an American medical missionary led efforts to supply distilled water. A Chinese coolie devised a simple still using three iron pans and galvanized drainage to produce twenty gallons of distilled water daily at minimal cost, aiding treatment.
A traveler describes a white dominated farmyard scene with white buildings livestock and decor. The piece notes the famous white farm status and mocks advertising without cost before shifting to parliamentary cheers and the varied uses of hear hear in the House of Commons.
The article notes 58 000 post offices and 70 000 places served by Bell long distance lines. It states telephone messages exceed letters by 50 percent domestically, contrasts with Europe where messages are one third of letters, and cites US leadership with 6 percent of world population using 64 percent of global telephones. It gives 8 729 592 US telephones versus 4 821 382 elsewhere.
An old Indianapolis News note describes an inventive yet impractical steam train smoke solution using a sliding shoe over a trough to vent exhaust to a collection plant. It mentions smokestacks at the back of trains as another idea and then shifts to a brief office scene with a traveler and a puzzled boss quote about an interview.
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