18 Nov 1926
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1926
Page
1
Democrat David Walsh defeats Republican Wil liam M Butler to win a U S Senate seat in Massachusetts. Butler, longtime Republican National Committee chairman and close ally of President Coolidge, loses the race.
The Danish steamer Fredensboro was rammed and sunk by the British freighter Manchester Shipper in the Delaware River. The Fredensboro crew was rescued unharmed and taken to safety.
A collage of curiosities cites aviation reductions, rare condor claims, a Utah school statistic, Australia’s continent status, Beale’s France link, Louis Braille’s birth, a blood sweating hippo, paper photography, hairpooned whales, Helnum jewelry antiquity, typhoid carriers in Missouri, mine ventilation to prevent explosions, and Mrs. Stanley Baldwin’s cricket past with the White Heather Club.
Chief Two Guns White Calf of the Clicker park reservation wakes to greet Queen Marie of Tuianta upon her arrival at the lirent iotae in a ceremonial scene.
New Anesthetic Propylene, a constituent of fractured gas, has been found to have valuable anesthetic properties and is used in major operations. It is much more powerful than ethylene, a substance dentists use, with propylene closely related to it.
A historical note asserts that the weight of accumulated rain on one acre would reach about 26012 pounds. The figure illustrates water load in rainfall studies and appears in older meteorological discussions.
The report documents a single surviving specimen of the herbivorous dinosaur Triceratops, native to western North America. It notes the species possessed the largest skull among land animals while its brain size was notably small relative to skull size.
A Baltimore Evening Sun line notes the idea that many sparking problems would disappear if the other fellow would leave his car home, implying a critique of careless driving or vehicle issues.
United States Department of Agriculture reports by C A Reed explain nut trees must be propagated asexually to maintain variety. The bulletin outlines budding and grafting methods, warns against home propagation, and urges growers to obtain stock from nurseries while noting scion wood can aid early planting. Copies available by request.
Winter rhubarb can be grown successfully and may surpass summer yields in quality. Store roots in a warm cellar during late November or early December using soil filled containers and a rich soil cover. Sprouts appear near Christmas and harvest starts in January with rapid subsequent growth.
The article explains common myths about poisonous open range plants. It notes most animals only become ill after substantial intake, with water hemlock and prussic acid plants as exceptions. For example cattle need about 30 pounds of larkspur to show serious effects.
Practical guidance for farm work covering seed timing, fertilization, manure handling, milk quality, soil improvement with lime, rust prevention on tools, and storage temperature for vegetables. Tips encourage humane tasks for youth, livestock care post calving, and forestry trends noting fir trees expanding in the northeastern states.
A 63 yard dropkick by Mark Payne of Dakota Wesleyan against Northern Normal set a record that has endured for three generations. Only three players since 1904 have dropped from behind the fifty four yard line, with earlier marks by O'Dea in 1898 Robertson in 1919 and Lamont Johnson in 1925.
Lloyd, a prep school star now at the Naval Academy, plays end for the football team. He weighs 200 pounds, stands 6 feet 2 inches, and runs hurdles with Navy track speed, boosting both programs this season.
Heinie Manush, a youthful outfielder, is the American League's top batter for 1926 with a .280 average, edging Babe Ruth who finishes at .280. Harry Hellman, last year’s champion, slips to fourth with a .363 mark, and Detroit’s Bob Fothergill stands third. Cincinnati catcher Hargrave leads the National League with a .353 average.
The small catcher Muddy Ruel, weighing 145 pounds, catches Walter Johnson’s deliveries with surprising ease. He explains that Johnson seemingly pitches both a feathered ball and a heavy ball, the light one easy to catch and the heavy one bores and grinds, yet Ruel handles them all.
The heavyweight title changed hands by judges decision for the first time in boxing history as Gene Tunney defeated Jack Dempsey. Historically all champions since Sullivan had been dethroned by knockout. The long lineage of greats including Sullivan Corbett Fitzsimmons Jeffries Burney Johnson and Willard framed this landmark bout.
Earnings in the world series have steadily increased since the early games of the classic. Losers on four occasions dropped below $1,000 and even to $480, while winners have always earned at least $1,000. The current series should set new records for both sides with winners at $6,254 and losers at $4,168 per man, exceeding last year.
A rapid survey covers boxing in London with 800 clubs and a country tour by Jimmy Smith, Canada’s request for four boxers to Denmark, Babe Ruth’s 1921 home run record, and Tex Rickard's finances. It notes Mel Ott as youngest major leaguer, plus pro contracts, Hoppe’s billiards, golf in baseball, Mace’s gypsy origins, Portland’s golf growth, and foreign champions in American events.
Lou Gehrig, spared overcoats in zero wool, proves himself a poised hitter under Huggins. From college pitcher to Yankees first baseman, Gehrig’s rise began with Eastern league assignments and culminated as a regular starter. His power and extra base hits threaten opposing teams as runners advance.
Golf instructors generally hold that brown eyed players perform better than blue or gray eyed players. John Ball, likely the most champion, is brown eyed. Joyce Wethered and Cecil Leitch, two noted women golfers, also have brown eyes. Strong eyesight helps in wind and sun, giving an edge, though experts disagree that brown eyes are inherently superior.
Chester I. Mead the Iowa line coach is praised for humility after the 1921 1922 championship teams. Though a guard, he deflected credit for the Yale game to a substitute Kriz and emphasized teamwork over personal glory.
Big Bill Edwards veteran football figure and president of the American League of professional clubs emphasizes clean play. Since 1896 in the sport, with Princeton captaincy in 1899, he pledges no pity for players who harm football through action on or off the field. He urges teams to stay above criticism and uphold traditions.
Golf imposes longer pauses between shots than tennis and subjects players to extended nerve pressure. The sport demands restraint and sustained composure, producing significant nerve weariness by the end of a match yet maintaining broad popularity among players.
Veteran Brooklyn outfielder Zack Wheat, in the majors since 1909, has posted his best three-year stretch recently. He hit .875 in 1923 and .885 in 1923, with an .859 average in 1924, and scored 125 runs in 1925 amid a late-career peak.
Mildred Maddocks Bentley notes that condensed milk offers a rich taste and convenience while drip coffee is praised for flavor and healthfulness. Directions include grinding, filter shape, heating, and immediate serving. Bentley advocates warming the pot before brewing.
Recipes describe Sally Lunn bread and methods for making mince meat butter scotch velvet molasses candy and molasses candy. Instructions include ingredients quantities steps heating rising molding canning and cooling with notes on serving hot with butter and winter flavors.
A fragment quotes Eileen Bourne of Liberty claiming certain prophecies about women. It asserts a woman will be born may marry and someday lead a procession of mourners. The writing reflects a biased view on female fate and social roles.
Ohio State Journal argues that belief in a vehicle or any desired item as real economy becomes a prevailing, simplistic view. The piece questions whether long term prosperity can hinge on such notions rather than tangible policy and sustainable growth.
A Los Angeles cafe plans bold decor inspired by buccaneer ships to evoke pirate realism, with decorations and arrangements reflecting the era. The feature recalls the days of bold sea raiders and playful nautical ambiance for patrons.
A playful Detroit Free Press note describes a slow covered wagon that hardly ever ran over anyone, joking about its lack of speed and the inevitability of its pass.
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