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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1900

Page

8

Jesus The Everlasting Song Of The Saviour

Dr. Talmage extols Christ as the cradle, old man, and night song, urging families to sing Jesus daily to children and to find strength in hymns amid trials. He recalls saints and martyrs, laments modern forgetfulness, and envisions heaven’s eternal chorus led by Jesus.

Louis Shlopsch Washington Dr. Talmage Sharon Christ Abraham Jerusalem Paul St. John Jesus Switzerland Meaven Philadelphia Earth Heaven Job John Welch Hindoo Bethel King’s Chapél Isis God Christian Worman Jasper New York Julien Crystal Palace Agincourt Henry V David Bether

Eight-Hour Work Debate Fringes Chicago Servants

The Chicago Tribune notes that a minority of servant girls may rebel against regulations enforcing an eight hour workday. The remark reflects tensions in labor norms and wage expectations of the era.

The Chicago Tribune

Hunting for Issues in the Presidential Campaign

In this editorial excerpt the writer mocks Democratic issue hunting in the current presidential campaign. It notes repeated failures to pin down real issues, cites Nicaragua canal treaty and Porto Rican tariff as examples, and describes hoped Republican splits under Harrison that failed to materialize, leaving Democrats disappointed.

Republican Party Republican Congress Harrison Mr. Harrison Democratic Party Jefferson Tle Louisiana Purchase John Gilbert Shanklin Indiana Shanklin McKinley Mexican Republic Troy Times

The Farmer's Prosperity and Political Debate

The Orange Judd Warmer notes farm prosperity with 1899 output at 4.49 billion and farm wealth rising, mortgages shrinking, and stocks up nearly 40 percent since 1905. The piece shifts to political attack on McKinley era expansionism, Democratic rhetoric, and populist charges, citing Shanklin and Bryan while contrasting farmer independence with party strategies.

United States Ma. Cleveland Kansas

Press Opinions on Bryan Running Mates and Financial System

A collection of editorial views from Kansas City Journal Indianapolis News Philadelphia Inquirer Cleveland Leader St Paul Pioneer Press Iowa State Register and St Louis Globe Democrat debating William Jennings Bryan's running mates platforms and the nation’s financial system with sharp, partisan quips and warnings about gold standard fears and political turnarounds.

William J. Bryan Pitchfork Tillman Kansas City Journal Mr. Bryan Nebraska Democrats Indianapolis News Der Bryan Philadelpus Tiquirer United States Cleveland St. Paul Pioneer Press Colorado People of Iowa State Register St. Louis Globe-Democrat

The Ballad of Rufus James Birthday Tale

A poem about Rufus James a privileged boy denied a birthday for four years. His early gifts include silver rattles and a rocking horse while a nurse and sister Nan share gentle lines. His birthdate arrives after long wait with a note on Miss Georgina J. Bings.

Rufus James Nurse Anton Rufus Nan Aunt Marle Aidan Uncle Lee Witte Tate Georgina J. Bings

Largest Elephant Tusks Purchased by American Buyer

The tusks shown are described as the largest ever known. Weighing 246 and 225 pounds, the pair reportedly cost over 5500 dollars. The longer tusk measures about 8 feet 4 inches straight, with substantial circumferences along its length.

Fla Ig Zanzibar Thy Londen Keild Isaid

Courageous Mice Save 14 Babies in Cellier Freezer Scene

A West End woman discovered 14 baby mice inside an ice cream freezer in a secluded cellar corner. She watched two large mice carry each baby to safety then removed a trap and burned it, boosted by the rescue.

West End

Punished Enough Already In Class Note From Student

An 11 year old boy with a scratched nose hands a note to his teacher describing a schoolyard fight. The note asks not to be punished further for a prior incident where a boy who played tropant was licked, others joined in, and the father corrected the boy, ending with a claim the boy should stay in school. The teacher deems the punishment sufficient.

Blese James

Barbed wire Nests In Central America Birds Build Thorny Dwellings

A small brown wren in Central America constructs elaborate nests along roadsides using thorny deterrents. It starts with a six by two foot platform, adds a dome shaped thorny nest, and creates a guarded passage with thorn fences to protect its young, as described by Youth's Companion.

Central America

Postman Mourns Faithful Yellow Dog Helper

A letter carrier recalls his canine helper on the Ciulinl Street route. The yellow dog’s daily, four-square march to the mail and back impressed the carrier with loyalty and character. The dog waited, guided deliveries, and wagged with a joyful bark when letters appeared. The owner later told the carrier the dog had died, leaving him moved to tears.

Ciuinl Street Mehl N. O. Times

Origin of a Ballad at Fort McHenry during War of 1812

Narrative recalls Francis Key and two Baltimore men visiting British ships during the Fort McHenry bombardment on September 13 1814. They witnessed the night’s fire and brightness as the flag remained flying, inspiring Key to write the Star Spangled Banner. The article ends with stray market prices indicating wheat and livery rates.

Fort Mellenry Upper Marlborough Washington Francis Key Skinner Baltimore Fort McHenry Mr. Key

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