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Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1912

Page

5

Tax shifts prompt burden shift and harassment in Monticello

The piece critiques the legislature for lowering moneys and credits assessments to about one fourth of value while real estate carries a higher burden. It cites Monticello and other towns, notes reduced receipts from moneys and credits, and predicts ongoing adjustment. It also touches on Roosevelt era trusts and Western Canada trade talks and upcoming lecture by ex-Congressman Cousins.

the Express Monticello Anamosa Olin Center Junction Wyoming Onslow Oxford Junction R. G. Cousins Schuyler Colfax

European food prices spark political blame game

The piece argues that in Germany and other European nations rising food costs defy simple blame on any party, while in the United States voters hear promises of cheaper farm goods from changing administrations. It notes farmers profit from current prices and warns tariffs or market shifts affect both farmers and workers, using Iowa as a case study of agricultural links to overall prosperity.

Western Canada United States Wilfred Laurier Montreal Canada England Dominion Germany Tey Iowa

Short campaigns reshape New York politics and Iowa timing

The piece notes New York and Iowa differ in campaign tempo with New York nominating late and Iowa forcing five months before election. It criticizes business leaders' disinterest in nominations, blaming lengthy politics on jobless or trade-off seekers who risk business disruption.

New York Iowa

Hale and Bohren Stand As Republican County Supervisors

Two farmers with public service records, J K Hale and Rudolph Bohren, seek re election and a chance to continue county supervision. The piece notes their experience, business training and understanding of agricultural communities, arguing the ticket offers economical, practical leadership.

J. K. Hale Rudolph Bohren Hale Bohren

Des Moines papers drift in Iowa political heat

The piece notes the Register and Leader struggle to align with Capital’s sharper stance. It critiques editorials on the Smoke Ordinance Male Teachers Car Shortage Roads in Missouri Seed Corn Week and Omnipotence as lacking the old spirit without Lafe Young.

Des Moines Iowa Register and Leader Missouri

Roosevelt Rally Speech By John L Sullivan In Mass

John L Sullivan considers stumping Massachusetts for Roosevelt in a meeting described as a key event. Jane Addams backs the effort and editorial voices applaud the potential speaker as supporters anticipate a strong endorsement rally.

John L. Sullivan Roosevelt Massachusetts John L Jane Addams Outlook The Echo

It May Peter Out Too Soon

A Sioux City Journal opinion notes campaign noise may peak early and fade before the election. It argues Roosevelt could be sidelined if the Taft Wilson contest stays calm, while the outcome hinges on momentum and timing in the campaign.

Sioux City Journal Taft Wilson Roosevelt

Johnson farm sale and local notes headline chaos

The Cascade Pioneer reports the sale of the Johnson farm near Dyersville at auction for 154 dollars per acre. It also notes various local matters including postmaster Charles W. Barry’s reelection, Dubuque health inspections in schools, and multiple district court proceedings and civic items across Iowa towns.

Latter Day Saints Center Junction Cascade Pioneer Johnson Dyersville Charles W. Barry Walker Linn County National Association of Postmasters Dubuque

The Small College Place in Cedar Rapids Republican View

The piece argues Iowa City’s 800 freshmen show state pride but favors a smaller, intimate college setting. It praises personal instruction over impersonal large universities and asserts small colleges have a place of honor and profit for students.

Cedar Rapids Iowa City

Democratic Defection in Iowa Toward Roosevelt Estimated

The Dubuque Telegraph Herald examines a modest Democratic defection to Roosevelt. It argues the shift will be largest in cities and counties with Democratic offices, yet confined to about fourteen Iowa counties. Top Dubuque County loss could reach 400 ballots, about 54 percent in the county and roughly 11,000 statewide, though the statewide figure is likely far below 10,000 votes.

Dubuque Iowa Roosevelt

Roosevelt Trip Fails to Win Converts Across Western Tour

Oswald F. Schuette reports Roosevelt’s Pacific coast and western states tour drew large audiences but few new converts. Critics cite dictatorial manner, hostile reception, and questionable tactics as dampening effects. Roosevelt’s rivals Taft and Wilson parties voiced relief as campaign prospects darkened.

Roosevelt Oswald F. Schuette OQ Chicago Inter Ocean Pacific J. Adam Bede John M. Harlan John Maynard Harlan Idaho Oregon Utah Nevada California Arizona New Mexico Colorado Nebraska Taft Wilson

Wall may President Laft feel encouraged

The piece argues that once elections approach the wary American voter will avoid risky experiments with new candidates preferring proven prosperity. It likens the situation to not taking medicine when not ill and suggests prudence over experiment.

Fremont Tribune Wall Laft

The Female of the Species in San Antonio Express

The piece critiques Gov Wilson's campaign remarks comparing a class of persons to steers. It argues the real stockman would see a cow kick due to flies, upsetting milk and butter gains.

San Antonio

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