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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1917
Page
1
A reverberating community response to a hired detective’s mass meetings and public accusations fuels indictments and suspicions. The attorney general faces oppression charges amid ax murder probes. Havner pursues the Villisca and Red Oak cases with steadfast duty, while public anger endangers fair juries and proper justice.
The piece argues that wartime fatalities at home rival war losses abroad and critiques public indifference to railroad and auto fatalities. It denounces I W W as destructive regardless of German propaganda and urges Modern Woodmen of America members to approve a small extra assessment to fund soldier certificates.
The disclosed cablegrams show the Swedish legation relaying notes between the German minister to Argentina and Berlin about U-boat warfare. They argue Sweden cannot expect favored treatment from the United States in enforcing the embargo law. A neutral nation sending confidential notes could also pass prohibited supplies to Germany.
Western farmers once hoped for dollar wheat and were content at 2.20 but complain when it falls short of 3. The old tale repeats where the most gains leave farmers least satisfied. Impatient with wheat yields claimed at 25 to 50 bushels per acre, they question current prices and viability.
The president rejects international boycotts and trade wars while signaling continued protection of U S industries. He notes the nation remains open but will not yield markets to a global scramble, aiming for balanced free trade without surrender.
A dispatch notes Americans are being drafted into the war in Germany. It suggests that if they are the kind of Americans described by Ambassador Gerard in his book, the United States will file no protest.
The report describes German air attacks on two Red Cross stations in America’s vicinity, labeling the incident as organized frightfulness. It states several helpers at the mercy work were killed, underscoring the brutality against humanitarian relief efforts.
The piece comments on Bill Thompson and libel suits, questions a Red Cross necessity bag designed by a woman, notes Jack Frost as town’s feared enemy, and cites a New York World remark that coal shifts from gambling chips to fuel.
The New York Sun describes an amended embargo list as a sweeping measure that would halt nearly all foreign commerce. It will take effect August 30 and targets neutral nations, with Denmark, Holland, and Switzerland most affected. The piece argues the policy risks drawing neutrals closer to Germany and edging toward broader conflict.
Editorial praise for a new wartime policy of vigorous action against disaffected or foolish elements. It argues public support for suppression of pro Germanism pacifism and anarchism and asserts that firm government measures will have lasting positive effects during war.
Wallace's Farmer notes fat steer prices rising and potential profits as corn prices fall. It cites a 1300 pound steer costing about 202.40 with February feeder price of 72 and 66.9 bushels of corn needed to fatten, compares August 1917 sale at 180, and calls for lower corn prices to aid livestock profits.
The Vinton Eagle notes little difference between the Knights of the Golden Circle and the People’s Council of America for Democracy and Peace, both pledging peace at any price. It cites Minnesota banning meetings, North Dakota offering harbor, Fargo mayor opposing, and compares to Lincoln’s and Wilson’s likely stance.
United States Marshal Flynn of Omaha and deputies seized Rev William Krauleides former pastor of a German Lutheran church at Riverside Neb and sent him to Fort Riley Kansas for the war duration. Fred Mittendorf of Hyannis Nebraska and Court G Wilckens of Bisbee Arizona were sent to Fort Douglas Utah for internment. Wilckens is identified as a member of the I W W.
French aviation expert Georges Prade describes the new German Gotha airplanes as biplanes with two 480 horsepower engines and two tractor propellers. They carry three men the pilot a bomb thrower and a machine gun operator who can all man the three quick firing guns when attacked.
Ida Grove Record era opinion warns against sympathizing with the enemy during war. The piece argues true loyalty requires clear stance and rejects any notion of loyal citizens who sympathize with enemies.
The New York Herald notes Roosevelt faces mixed support but champions a plank nominating La Follette and Stone for membership in the Reichstag, suggesting broad national sweep behind the program.
The Topeka Journal notes hog prices climb, signaling strong demand and a robust market for pork producers. The piece contrasts rising costs with broader agricultural trends and price signals.
Elliott estate sells 240 acre farm near Mechanicsville for 250 dollars an acre to Peter McNeese. DeWitt Observer sold to W Leonard Simmer of Troy Center Wisconsin who took possession September 1. J J Eaton dies at 77 near Edgewood after settling in Iowa in 1857. James P Ball of Manchester dies at home aged 77. built Delaware's first hotel. Springville New Era leased to L N Patten. New Era owned by W W Carris promoted to captain. Mrs Carris manages. Rockingham Davenport area infantile paralysis closes schools with 19 Davenport cases and 9 deaths. Rock Island also affected. Webster City school board bans German from public schools. German to be replaced by Spanish. Iowa City field hospital units forming under Dr Love. volunteers from border service to be ready in 36 hours. University specialists and Cedar Rapids Tipton Mechanicsville Iowa City doctors study poisoning in Tipton area. cause unknown. Pro Germans alleged disloyalty arrests at Waterloo. A G Horn and Herman Webbeking bound to federal grand jury. Julius Fabian jailed.
The Monticello Gun Club ran a two event shooting meet at the city park with 34 entries including 3 professional trap shooters. Amateur results show W. W. Benson and A. D. Speny tied for first with 143, I. CG. Norwood second with 140, and KE. C. Hinshaw and RE. C. Hazen tied for third with 139. Professional shooters Fred Gilbert, L. D. Russell, and Co. W. Hymer posted top scores. Also reported a bicycle accident injuring Paul Hearn, with medical care provided and no blame assigned to the driver.
The Carroll Herald argues President Wilson would be stronger with Root Taft and Roosevelt in his cabinet while noting party lines persist in governance. The Mason City Globe-Gazette comments on a parcel carrying plan forcing the householder to bring home the bacon both literally and figuratively.
The Northern District of Iowa certified 61 men to the local Anamosa board for draft service. Among the first group were Chester Hurlbutt and Roy Emil Hakes with transportation to Camp Nadenpaar arranged. A second list of 57 names to the district board notes exemptions, including 10 who claimed alien exemptions and other reasons.
Seventy three draft records show 62 men from Jones County ordered to Anamosa on September 20 for transport to Camp Dodge. The list includes Alfred Groth John Albert McKeever John Oltman Albert Clyde Lee Sanford Joseph Hodewal Herman John Mead Archie Vern Wood Tobe Theodore Caspers Chester Hurlbutt Russell Otto Wosona Clarence Moore Roy Hakes Tea M Sanner Chester Hurlbutt Russell and others with names such as Albert Norris Trevarthen Charles Edward Doman Edward C Bakula John W Hull Henry Harms Alva Barber Lee Crain August Wrobleski Edgar Ralston Forrest Deischer among the 40 percent draft portion.
The district board excused drafted men this week on applications for exemption. Those granted relief cited engagement in agricultural or industrial pursuits essential to supporting the military establishment. Names include Edward H. Dirks Herman Francis Breitbach Harl Huston Frank Havlichek John Edwin Lee Martin Edgar Banks Moss Charles Ray Gardner William Carl Shellin Fred Kaufman.
Funeral for S A Palmer was held at his son Frank Palmer's home in Mason City. Born March 31 1858 in Western Star Ohio he lived 26 years in Bowen's Prairie and later farmed with a cheese factory venture. Survived by nine children and several grandchildren, his loss is deeply felt by old friends and neighbors.
An article argues building new farm structures is wise now as outputs rise faster than materials costs. It notes barns granaries hog houses and hen houses boost efficiency and profits, especially amid food shortages, and calls the Eclipse to help families overcome cost fears with information.
A farmer who buys and sells seed corn, and uses large quantities, should consider a well built and properly ventilated storehouse as a sound investment.
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