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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1911
Page
1
Governor Hoke Smith condemns Harmon and Wilson as unsuitable for second on the ticket. Crane blasts colleges as breeding grounds for boozers, while Roberts cites population growth outpacing arable land. Wilson faces brewing-congress criticism. Taft endorses Wiley and heads west to defend tarif and policy views.
The piece notes Medill McCormick would seem ordinary without wealth and questions his handling of his father’s savings. It contrasts coverage of a rich socialist with silence on Gotch’s wrestling winnings and mentions Senator Lafe Young traveling in Iowa.
Wilbur Reaser notes that the Senate lobby had bought only nine portraits since constitutional government began. The first was Washington and the eighth Sumner. After Senator Allison’s death, the rule was broken and his portrait became the ninth, ending the long gap.
A Cedar Rapids Republican blames Anamosa merchants and the Journal for harsh attacks on dry laws. The Sioux City Journal cites legislative amendments, while the Denver Republican notes idle loitering and waste of time as Congress stalls.
A long list of local items notes the Davenport Times relocating to a new building valued at $100 000. Other notes include a Manchester hospital plan, a 1911 Iowa Infantry reunion, Dr. Cook's Cedar Rapids appearance, and various accidents, openings, and civic news across Iowa towns.
The Mt. Vernon Record argues Cedar Rapids officials earn 1800 dollars yearly and the mayor 600 more, while Linn County supervisors receive about 1200 dollars per year each. It urges replacing per diem with a salary to reflect the county’s large workload and ensure full-time dedication.
The Leon Journal notes Cummins in a forceful speech to a Tippecanoe club claiming protectionist stance. The address is seen as unexpected given his record, prompting commentary on political strategy. The Chicago Record-Herald predicts a lengthy rainy spell as country clubs prep horse shows and fairs open.
The September term of the district court opened this week with a grand jury empaneled. Foreman D. H. Pieper and seven jurors sworn, four jail prisoners present for run of cases. Numerous defaults and judgments noted, bonds set, guardians appointed, and several decrees and divorces granted. multiple estates and guardianships processed with final reports approved.
Sutherland guardianship files show James Krause and Villa admitted to probata in the estates of Matate Edward McVinna Natate Cornelius Merritt Estate Susanna Triplett with names and terms reflecting probate status.
The Jones County piece argues the liquor trade claims 60 million dollars in products annually, but totals 22 billion 214 million in farm and manufactured goods. It contends labor payments and revenue are overstated and that liquor spending reduces employment and undermines moral standards.
A Carroll Times opinion mocks a persistent grouch who snarls at customers and town progress. The critic condemns the man’s habit of constant complaining, bad temper, and self defeating behavior while noting he runs a decent business despite patrons’ discomfort.
A foreman lectures a young worker about fair pay. He argues that choosing two dollars now leads to later four dollars when reliable, honest effort earns recognition, while inflated self valuation alienates employers. The piece contrasts cheap labor with steady contribution.
Democratic governors Gov. Wilson of New Jersey and Gov. O Neal of Alabama nearly came to blows at a Spirit Lake gathering. O Neal opposes recall initiative and referendum while Wilson supports them, sparking a heated exchange. The clash highlights rifts within the Democratic ranks among party members.
The Denver Republican notes that the Goteh gubernatorial bid in Iowa shows limited progress, drawing a parallel with the LaFollette presidential surge to gauge its impact. The piece presents a cautious forecast rather than a decisive momentum.
Sioux City Journal notes Speaker Clark is likely to reiterate gratitude for the insurgents as he speaks at the Iowa chautauqua event.
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