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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1907
Page
6
A collage of brief notes and quips on taxes, currency values, lobster scarcity in Maine, a 1794 cent sale, balloon demand by war department, parliamentary motions, champagne trends, hats versus health, women’s arms, Lagercrantz’s Salvation Army past, and red tape in Panama canal work.
The Detroit News notes that with England and Russia in complete understanding on a Persian policy, Persia could avoid delays by requesting an international conference immediately. The Havana Telegraph reports Pinar del Rio tobacco crop will fall to 40 percent of last season, with Tampa and Key West buyers despondent and cigars likely to rise about 25 percent in 1907.
The Carlisle school demonstrates civilization progress as its students stage the Puritan opera Priscilla at commencement. The production, the first entirely by Indians, aims to showcase the scholars' capacities to visitors.
A man officially certified as dead in a Meriden fire eight years ago reappeared in town alive. He was buried at public expense, and the surprised returnee could prove his identity. The case underscores how easy it is to be mistaken.
Two recent incidents highlight paneling in high school societies. In the east a girls group decided to disband after admitting members with lower social positions. In the west initiation included branding hands with strong acid. Both cases involve sororities as historically used.
A University of Chicago professor reportedly claimed the goal of man weighs half an ounce, a notion that would have sparked much merriment in Boston had it been true.
The piece argues that Southern governments could avoid force if they choose to act properly and pursue happiness. It frames virtue as a path to stability and harmony, implying diplomacy over coercion as a policy aim.
Latest cable dispatches report London papers running 72 images of Havelyn Thaw, noting a slow pace typical of the city press. The brief describes image count and pacing without stating further context or outcomes.
A dispute among Chicago university faculty concluded with a professor winning approval to open a Joye school. The program aims to treat flirts and their heart breaking habits through specialized instruction.
The item notes women dismiss concerns about microbes in picture hats, joking that a tiny contagion is preferable to a barren romance. The tone remains light and wry, reflecting society’s casual view of fashion myths.
The brief notes Jackson Kentucky faces a nickname change as locals tease adopting "Sieve City" after a period of teasing and rivalry. The quirky moniker reflects local humor and identity in the community.
A Friday tornado cut a 300 mile path across Louisiana Mississippi and Alabama killing at least 16 people injuring many more and damaging Alexandria Bayou Sara Jackson and Carson. The Jackson La insane asylum was partly wrecked with 20 patients seriously injured and Gov Blanchard hastened relief tents.
A tornado struck Carson Mississippi damaging the railroad depot, a church, a schoolhouse and two business buildings along a 200 yard wide path. The storm crossed into Alabama where its destructive force diminished as it moved southeast.
Chicago returns show Fred A. Busse defeating Edward F. Dunne by 13 476 votes as mayor. John R. McCabe wins city clerk. Gen. Edward C. Young loses. Traeger Democrat sweeps. Traction ordinances pass. Chicago council lineups set with Democrats ahead.
The Columbus Railway and Light Co. raised wages for conductors and motormen by one half cent per hour, affecting nearly 600 workers. The voluntary move takes effect Thursday.
Charleston West Virginia military board of survey investigators secured an indictment against Col A S Hutson assistant adjutant general since 1899 on embezzlement charges The arrest followed a warrant The single count may reflect years of misappropriation with totals possibly reaching thirty thousand dollars or more
A fire Thursday night destroyed the Chinese section of Stevenson at the mouth of the Fraser River. About five hundred Chinese residents were left homeless by the blaze, officials said.
In Pittsburg Pennsylvania W N Frew president of the Carnegie Institute board of trustees released a letter Friday showing Andrew Carnegie has given an endowment of 6 000 000 dollars to the institute.
Dr and Mrs Lloyd Garee of Sutton WVa burned to death while en route home from their wedding in Moundsville. John Martin of Fairmont narrowly escaped the blaze that destroyed the Riverview hotel causing about 18000 dollars in losses. Mrs Garee was Elizabeth Wingrove of Moundsville.
The whipping post was brought back at the Baltimore city jail after twenty years. Saylor Brooks, a Black man, received nine lashes with a cat-o-nine tails for wife beating.
The Mississippi River floods La Crosse Wisconsin lowlands surrounding many homes with rising water. Traffic on the main turnpike to Minnesota is shut off.
Building and mechanical trades in Newport Rhode Island halted as about 300 carpenters and other workers stopped work Wednesday to protest employers refusal to grant a Saturday half holiday.
Seven men were killed in a collision between two freight trains on the Mexican Railway old Vera Cruz road between Rinconada and Tamarindo. The crash occurred Thursday.
News from New York reports the death of Bishop James N. Fitzgerald of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Hongkong. Cause was pleurisy. The bishop’s home was in St. Louis.
New York banker Alfred De Cordova, who had been ill for several days, died at his home late Wednesday night.
Three prisoners in the Los Angeles county jail attempted to kill the night jailer and escape early Thursday. One was a murderer. Two captives were shot and wounded, and all three were captured.
United States Senator Penrose rejected reports of a rich men's conspiracy to block Roosevelt's pick for his successor. He said he never spoke of such a fund or cabal and had not attended any dinner on that subject. White House officials said the cabal's existence was known before a dinner, with efforts to identify the source ongoing.
New York. The trial of Harry K Thaw will proceed on Monday morning as Delphin M Delmas the leading defense counsel, begins his summing up. District Attorney decided late Friday not to seek a writ of prohibition or mandamus to halt the trial after consultation with eminent counsel. A verdict may come Thursday.
The Department of the Interior plans immediate litigation to cancel all patents issued to the Southern Pacific in the White Horse mining district, arguing the land was agricultural when patents were granted, though it is now alleged to be mineral.
In Kenosha Wisconsin Edward Collier was convicted of manslaughter in the fourth degree for running down and killing William Dryer while driving an automobile.
A St. Louis and San Francisco fast mail train wrecked near Catoosa twelve miles east of Tulsa Friday afternoon. Three cars went into the ditch and a number of people were injured according to reports.
Mrs. Francis Butler a real daughter of the American Revolution died in Farmingham Maine Thursday night at 94. Her daughter married C F Thwing president of Western Reserve University.
Rumors circulated on Thursday that an anti republic plot involving prominent opposition figures was uncovered by police, with several arrests expected imminently.
Washington reports that Representative Rainey of Illinois accuses the Panama canal commissariat of graft including meat overcharges and serving bad meat. Officials say Rainey is mistaken. the commissariat on the isthmus is run by Panama Railway with Morris & Co. supplying meats. Rainey exonerates Jackson Smith, head of the commissariat.
In Chicago at 2 25 pm the general managers of 43 western railways and the union conductors and trainmen reached a settlement at 1 30 pm avoiding a forecasted strike. Commissioners Knapp and Neill, Roosevelt aides, proposed the plan. Managers won a ten hour day in work train service and slight passenger concessions. The same terms apply to locomotive firemen.
In New York the Brooklyn suspect says he is Constantine sought by Chicago police and that Mrs. Gentry died by her own hand in his presence. He claims she killed herself with his white-handled razor and that he pawned a diamond ring for about $80 and a watch for $45 after leaving the house.
The steamer City of Troy of the Citizens' line burned to the water edge at Dobbs Ferry New York Friday night. All about 65 passengers were landed safely. The vessel was completely destroyed with its cargo of freight and 13 horses.
Maj. Daniel J. O'Brien 67, senior vice commander of the New York state department G. A. R., died suddenly in Albany on Friday from heart disease. He had a notable war record and long service with the organization.
Two Friday quakes struck the Rhoeti kon range on the Austro Swiss frontier near Geneva causing avalanches and landslides that swept away sections of forest land.
New Orleans reports a state tax collector Ferdinand H. Dudenhofer facing a shortage of over $40,000 after an books and accounts examination. The auditor announced the discrepancy on Thursday.
The metropolitan of Bucharest will issue a pastoral letter freeing peasants from oaths taken to enroll in insurgent forces. The move is expected to aid pacification efforts.
The Ministerial Association backs Police Matron Thurston in her drive against cheap dances and saloon wine rooms, denouncing city officials for lax enforcement. Saloonkeepers hire attorney T. S. Bevington to launch a counteroffensive backed by business interests as anti-saloon forces clash with police.
Martin Moore and Barney Hansen pleaded guilty to the Masonville bank robbery before Judge F C Platt. Moore received eight years and six months. Hansen’s sentence was deferred to April 15. Moore was taken to Anamosa penitentiary. Gadbois remains at large.
Mrs. George Dental of Ackley cut her throat and wrist with a razor in the kitchen and lies near death. The motive appears linked to distress over her daughter in law Mrs. Max Dental, who is dying of consumption, while family and doctors withhold details.
Judge Oliver fined R. J. Mohan 500 dollars cash and costs after contempt of court and repeated violations. Mohan promised not to return to bar service as anti saloon forces pressed for enforcement. The judge stressed liquor laws would be enforced despite factions in Sioux City.
Iowa teachers are scarce says the State Normal School executive office. County superintendents seek eight teachers for rural schools, with many districts reporting vacancies next year. Leading superintendents visited to recruit for 11 vacancies, while rural postings struggle to attract 1,200 normal students at $40 plus monthly.
The Chickasaw county board of supervisors awarded the contract to build a new poor house for this summer. G F Scales of Waterloo bid 21340.50 for the building and George B Shearer of Waterloo bid 3577 for the plumbing.
Des Moines records indicate the extension from Des Moines to Mason City is due for completion by Oct 1. J H Funk of Iowa Falls says no ownership transfer has occurred, though Milwaukee may assume operation once the extension opens. Rail plans include a Kansas City Twin City line and possible joint use of Wabash tracks Des Moines Moravia.
Des Moines reports unofficial word that Iowa 2-cent fare law may apply to interstate travel as well as state business. Railroads may shift to the 2-cent rate nationwide, possibly reducing local excursions. annual Iowa state fair rates and round trip pricing are debated among lines.
Des Moines poised to become the hub of a regional interurban network as Polks advance routes. Entrance lines from northwest and east link to northwest Adel Greenfield Villisca from west Adel Greenfield Villisca.
Sibley reports John Wilson, a prosperous farmer, kissed his sweetheart good night and was struck by a fast Milwaukee train. He was hurled over a hundred feet, his body crushed, and both horses died. Wilson, soon to wed in June, had been visiting his fiancée near Bigelow when the accident occurred.
Sioux City reports the board of supervisors has ordered County Treasurer Talley to account for interest earned on public funds. The board recalls a long-standing practice of collecting such interest and threatens court action to recover the money. Tensions followed a dispute over county depositories.
Nellie Brown a 14 year old daughter of a farmer near Elma was burned to death while playing with flames at a bonfire. Her clothes caught fire from a flaming brand and her father removed her from danger and carried her to a creek. She died several hours later from the burns.
Ida Grove Iowa scene where Brown aged 73 a veteran pioneer of the county suffered severe internal injuries when a triple wagon box loaded with 95 bushels of oats ran away throwing him under the wheels. Doctors fear he will die from the injuries.
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