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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1914
Page
5
A reflective piece urges speed of patriotism rooted in peace not war, laments war’s toll on families, and calls for selfreliant living to lower costs. It lauds Anamosa Eureka’s new Intertype machine and notes McReynolds’s Supreme Court confirmation amid wartime censorship.
The Lincoln Journal paints Belgium as a bystander drawn into war with no stake but survival. It notes Belgium suffered heavy fighting, lost key cities, and endures indiscriminate brutality, eliciting global sympathy for the beleaguered nation.
Neighborhood notes report postmaster appointments in Grundy Osnter and Lisbon, a 93rd birthday for Mrs. Jane Kirkwood, a harvest home picnic in Worthington, and a string of violent incidents and accidents. Included are a suicide near Iowa City, a fatal gas tank explosion in Dubuque, and a deadly silo accident near Manchester. Also covered are fairs prizes, a German Red Cross appeal, a ministry mass meeting in Maquoketa, and travel escapes of two University of Iowa doctors from Paris and London.
The Tracr Star-Clipper lauds steadfast standpatism and Republican principles as enduring amid political shifts. It praises President Wilson for steadfast peace stance while invoking biblical and moral claims that enduring standards outlive men and systems.
The Independent recalls Giuseppe Sarto's election as pope, praising his simple, devout nature and democratic spirit. It notes his dislike of pomp, desire to walk streets as a common priest, and opposition to war whose outbreak shortened his life.
The Christian Herald argues the European war discredits Christianity as nations claim to be Christian yet wage slaughter. It cites leaders urging prayer for victory and asserts Christ taught self denial and cooperation, not national aggression, accusing governments of misrepresenting him.
A political column argues that the Democratic majority’s proposal to waive proof of loyalty by Civil War claimants would flood the treasury with claims from southern residents across Mason and Dixon's line. The piece warns this could reward disloyalty and overturn postwar civil disability reforms.
Collier's Weekly reports a London cable dispatch stating Sir Ernest Shackleton and his men will observe complete abstinence from alcoholic stimulants during theirSouth polar expedition. They will work long hours with eight miles of marching daily and rely only on tea or cocoa for stimulants. The piece argues this choice reflects common sense and efficiency and calls on others to share the burden of global work.
The article notes British troops crossing the channel at night with darkness covering transport. Pancho Villa uses night to mask attacks in Mexican conflicts. It recalls Varus and the fate of his legions and argues war reveals its primitive, brutal core beyond modern miltary illusion.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat notes a taste suggestion for Secretary Bryan favoring grape juice while recommending President Wilson to try ginger. The light editorial pair contrasts the drinks with a playful political jab.
A fragmentary weather voice notes you cannot change fate. The speaker urges acceptance of conditions and mocks complaints about the cold. The tone is casual rural talk reflecting uncertainty and resignation.
The cornerstone at the corner of Sycamore and Third streets was laid Sunday afternoon under Very Reverend William Weirich of Dubuque and Very Reverend George Heldman of Collegeville Indiana. Priests from Cascade Monticello and surrounding areas attended with a Monticello Concert Band providing music. The ceremony featured a procession altar boys litany and a $500 collection followed by supper for 500. The church foundation measures 115 feet by 53 front and 60 rear with towers planned at 81 and 67 feet and a 62 foot gable. Architect Harry E Netcott Independence and contractor Antone Zwack Dubuque attended.
Manchester Press reports Inspector J Bittner of Cedar Rapids says farmers and egg merchants selling non candled eggs may be prosecuted. He vows to camp near stores to seize unfit eggs and pursue charges, noting many merchants refuse to candle as required by law.
Dr Frank Crane argues in the New York Globe that avoiding war requires nations to halt arms production. He contends that billions spent on guns and ships fuel conflicts and that without weapons there would be no basis for shooting each other. He calls for stopping cannon and gunpowder to prevent future catastrophes.
A Chicago Daily News opinion panel contends that the funds saved by remaining single would exceed the cost of supporting a wife and ten children, reflecting a sharp view on marriage economics.
The St Louis Globe Demorat likens nations to irritable individuals driven by hot weather. The Living Church quotes a father answering a child about jailbirds being raised by birds, illustrating a religious tone in dialogue.
The board of education met in special session with L. W. Lovell A. M. Maurice W. F. Kohn and I. M. Redmond present. The minutes of July 1 and July 18 were read and approved. On motion the following bills were allowed: 100000.
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