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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1913
Page
7
Balkema of Sioux proposes a one mill tax levy to fund highway construction. The measure seeks voter approval to finance road building projects in the Sioux area.
Iowa Senate advances a companion bill funding county wide highway construction with a one mill levy reallocating township road funds to counties. The measure would empower supervisors to condemn rights of way for main highways and push state supervision of road building. Other actions include passage of a white slave traffic commission bill and deals on health board reform and teacher pensions.
The American Museum of Natural History has acquired a five inch quartz globe called a mystic crystal sphere gifted by J. Pierpont Morgan. The artifact, famed for centuries for its supposed occult powers, is a flawless water clear sphere with a history tied to eastern superstition and prophetic tales. The piece traces its origin through Japanese and Chinese craftsmanship, and notes the Dresden Green Vault’s seven inch, fifteen pound example as the largest known sphere.
Kady Brownell, sole woman veteran of the Civil War, is mustered out after seventeen years with the New York Parks Department. She and husband Robert S. Brownell served as caretakers at the JUMEL mansion, Edgecomb Avenue. Commissioner Stover sought an institution for lifelong care through the Grand Army of the Republic, but the group has not faced such a case before. Brownell began her military life on the battlefield and later joined her husband in service. She and her husband were wounded in the war. Congress granted a special pension in 1884.
Frederick Copley died intestate on Staten Island leaving three houses on South Prince Street Flushing free to occupy for seven years by his heirs. Nelson Junnicliffe attorney located heirs in England Africa and Australia. Heirs authorize sale of the property.
Former Nicaragua president Juan Jose Estrada announces plan to ask President Wilson for an American protectorate over Latin America including Mexico. Estrada and deposed leaders Zelaya and Castro met in Havana and are set to meet in New York and then Washington.
Palm Beach Florida Peter Rogers waged a hand to hand struggle with a porpoise while bathing. He sustained severe injuries from the creature’s fins before authorities released him.
J B Greiner of Wilmette used an electric foot warmer to ease cold feet. He dreamed of warm Gulf waters and a volcanic island before a fire alarm woke him. Firefighters saved part of the bed and house as his feet burned from the heater.
Newport society figures form a 25 cent limit club called The Limit to keep luncheon costs within a quarter. Hostesses’ expense sheets prove the total per person stays under 26 cents. Members include Mrs Edward Kellogg and others who plan menus after checking grocer prices for fancy morsels.
In Austria debates against coeducation echo in Khoro near Kiev where authorities forbid boys to walk with girls and bar teachers from appearing in public with women. A high school party in Khorol ended with midnight segregation of male and female students as part of strict conduct rules.
New York reports that the will of George W. Crossman, a coffee market leader, leaves his partner Herman Sleicken one million dollars as agreed in a four year old pact that the survivor would inherit in case of death.
A report describes a scene where young women were kept escorted in a locked room, later released once time allowed them to reach home. The account notes the conditions and raises questions about safety and procedures in the facility.
Detective Fred Hirsch orders removal of Paul Chabas' painting September Morn from shop windows sparking strong art lover protest in Chicago with Anthony Comstock cited as rival to police.
Des Moines lawmakers approve a comprehensive public school reform package from the better Iowa schools commission. The Savage bill reorganizes the superintendent of public instruction, raises salary to 4000, makes the office appointive, creates a deputy and three inspectors, and increases department funding by 14000.
William B. McKinley and H. J. Chubbock of Illinois Traction announced the purchase of the Oskaloosa Traction and Light Co and the Oskaloosa and Buxton Interurban Co. Local stockholders own the $200,000 will deal awaits vote and franchise extension before closing. The sale signals broader electric property development in Iowa.
State Women's Club Cedar Rapids prepares for the tenth annual Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs session May 21 to 23. National leaders are expected. The federation counts 442 clubs with 12,330 members.
Cedar Rapids reports George O. Cawley of Solon, convicted in federal court of complicity in sending Blackhand letters to threaten Charles Adams, a wealthy farmer near Solon, will be arraigned for sentence when the federal court convenes here this week.
Local real estate man Charles B. Cline plans a four story family hotel in Davenport costing 75000 with fifty eight apartments. A roof garden will be a feature of the building.
Albin J. Evang has sold his manufacturing plant for 100000 to Warry Charlton of Pana Illinois, while continuing to operate coal mines at Smoky Hollow and Hynes.
A barn on Samuel Spabr’s Mount Pleasant area farm burned, killing seven horses. Local authorities suspect tramps caused the blaze as neighbors assist with the loss.
L. O. Wise, an Ames graduate, accepts the position of Wright County agricultural adviser with a first year retainer of 2500 dollars. The role is described as comparably well paid to other county administrative offices.
Columbus Junction reports Louisa County is debt free per Supervisor Farmer of Letts. Taxpayers urge construction of a new courthouse at Wapello, signaling local demand for improved county facilities.
Rev. J. H. Cudliph, Grace Methodist Episcopal pastor from Portland Oregon, moves to Ottumwa First Methodist Episcopal church arriving April 13. He has previously served in Minneapolis Cheyenne Wichita and Portland.
J. M. Heffner, local picture show owner, was fined by a magistrate for running his cinema on Sunday. The case highlights enforcement of Sunday laws in Mason City.
The essay argues there is a faithful expectation that Christians will recognize one another after resurrection. It cites biblical hints from Martha and Luke, St. Paul, and Bishop Mant, noting that heavenly fellowship should extend across eternity. It stresses a practical impact: holy friendships and heavenly realities guide Christian conduct.
A compact quotation from Harriet Beecher Stowe extols beauty and heroism as God’s breath urging the soul toward a higher and purer life beyond the constraints of daily routine. It frames striving for nobler type and style as divine impulse.
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