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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1919
Page
6
The article notes hog prices down 33 percent since mid July and cattle sliding, harming feeders who bought high. It contrasts the risk for feeders with self-raised stock, highlighting cost estimations around 18 cents per pound and the advantage to farmers who raise both stock and grain. It also discusses unions, the Kaiser, and political tensions in Iowa and Europe.
Elihu Root warns of a global nervous reaction after the war. He notes fans of noble sentiments spur hopes for immediate relief from dissatisfaction and a shift toward self determination, while labor wants work and luxury goods see booming demand. He cites U.S. wartime grease costs as a peace argument.
The article argues the dollar’s shrinking buying power stems from general factors, suggesting the remedy is higher production and efficiency rather than wage increases or gold tinkering. It warns against profiteering and endless strikes and urges economy, reduced waste, and steadier industrial organization to restore dollar value.
The Philadelphia Public Ledger rebukes Milwaukee Mayor Hoan for saying "to hell with the kings" in denying a Belgians’ visit. The piece argues true admiration for Belgium’s leaders and condemns the mayor’s profane rhetoric as harmful to American ideals amid the steel strike era. It also critiques John Fitzpatrick and the strike’s anti American rhetoric, defending Americanism and lawful means to improve labor conditions.
The Sun questions President Wilson's dramatic stance on dying for the League of Nations and the covenant, noting it as rhetoric like a previous tariff reform stake talk. It suggests Wilson appears weary of the project, despite reports of his personal vigor. The piece compares lingering public skepticism and the president's mounting fatigue as his train of effort continues.
Washington Post commentary argues both labor leaders and steel directors misjudge the moment. It contends voluntary pay systems will not give way to worker control and that neither organized labor nor management should be broken down. Strong, thorough organization on both sides is urged to curb agitation and strikes.
Dr Cyril B Upham details Iowa Territory mobilization during the 1838 Missouri Iowa Boundary dispute. The Hunters of Turkey River were lost en route to Dubuque and rescued by the Mineral Blues. An early writer recalls sunrise on snow capped hills and recruits being enlisted amid drum and fire.
On homecoming day in Sac City free canteens handed out cigars and cigarettes to soldiers, while Red Cross volunteers offered them. Few veterans used tobacco at any moment, and most did not rely on cigarettes for happiness. The writer suggests tobacco campaigns failed partly as soldiers avoided smoking around local Iowa girls.
Springfeld Republican argues for a Canada style compulsory dispute investigation before strikes. It foresees a large steel walkout and notes the Senate would study the issue after events. Also, B Paddock arrives at Iowa State College to oversee apiculture work after building Texas bee interests and authoring beekeeping bulletins.
Obituaries note Jacob Novotny of Oxford Junction and William S. Hall of Vinton. A Cedar Rapids game pitted Cge to a 33 0 win over Iowa Wesleyan. Anamosa Creamery plans a 30000 building and 8000 in machinery. The James F Lee Paving Co sues Peter W McCarthy for 20000 over alleged slander. A mass meeting in Oxford Junction favors a sanitary sewer. Dav enport man Herman Leadburg, 47, dies by gas in home. Thieves steal 2000 in goods from Hub Clothing in Davenport. Denecke resigns Cedar Rapids store presidency. A C Torgeson to take over. Katie Moeller dies by suicide in Davenport. Knights of Columbus building plans in Manchester. Tama residents donate 500 for American Legion post. Tipton Cedar County bank notes 40 years. Reeder sole long-time account holder. William S Hall remembered in Vinton. Farley council to initiate 75 members in coming Sunday. Edwards car crash near DeWitt with 100 bottles booze. M Tobin petitions to bar Cedar Valley Times from naming him. Benton county fruit growers report spraying returns. new equipment funded. Alex Kehrli, 63, of Golden dies. funeral held. Live Breyfogel dies from gun wound in Vienna SD after dispute over fiance. Perry Chief recalls rains paid to encourage rainmaking.
A Des Moines dispatch warns automobilists about the 1920 license requirements driven by the new law. Owners must purchase and renew licenses before January 1 1920 with penalties starting January 1 and monthly thereafter. The county treasurers will publish lists of delinquents and seize vehicles for nonpayment.
The Cedar Rapids Republican urges readers to embrace autumn sun for health and mental well being. It calls for vigorous minds and bodies, warns of wartime stress, and encourages outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, nutting, and plum gathering to renew spirit and community strength.
Reports from the west parallel the east in curiosity about President Wilsons views on a third term. Democratic leaders hesitate to act until he signals intentions. Cabinet members Pal mar and Baker are named as possibilities, but support cannot proceed openly while Wilsons candidacy remains plausible.
A quirky piece celebrates the average golfer who never meets par and battles bunkers with comic missteps. It traces his roundabout struggles through quirky phrases and affectionate jabs while praising his persistence and self awareness.
A New York jewelry manufacturer confronted with an 80 percent wage demand and a 39 hour week, earning only 10 percent profit on his current high wage scale. He offered to split profits, transfer the plant to a soviet like system, or run it himself for six months, but workers refused each proposal. The piece notes what happened in Russia to sovietized factories.
Several notices announce upcoming auctions and sales in Monticello and nearby areas. Items include 500 pounds of Japanese hulless popcorn and 500 pounds of rice corn for winter use, 100 pounds of cabbage, farm machinery, numerous cattle and calves, a modern six room house for sale, and a public sale at William Wage farm with many dairy cattle and calves. Auctioneers include L P Waddick and F A Doolittle with local clerks listed.
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