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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1909
Page
1
A satirical survey covers duels in Virginia and elsewhere, river lore about Kaw, marriage licenses for New York teachers, Abdul Hamid rumor, Greek decline, and a joke on wealth testing virtue, plus a note on Servia and mythomania among Chicago experts.
The article notes Abdul Hamid sent millions to be deposited in foreign banks whenever his hold on the throne weakened. It adds that he chose banks in countries where the people rule.
A London briefing shows humane slaughter methods, inviting debate on easing public access to painless animal processing. Critics question practical application for everyday cooks and diners seeking tender beef.
After his wife died of lockjaw from a Fourth of July incident, a Kansas City man declared he would devote his life to fighting the criminal greed behind murder traffic. The report notes many others affected.
A Detroit boy filled his mouth with kerosene and dropped it on a lit match to see the result. The narrator notes the boy was an altruist and that many boys try such stunts at others’ expense. The incident ended by quenching curiosity for good.
The passage notes that literature exacts severe demands on writers. It says Dickens gave energy and talent that would have benefited his descendants. Now grandchildren must accept a weekly bounty of 2.50 dollars from the British government.
Emperor William’s new German schooner yacht demonstrates advancing naval architecture in yacht fitting. She lost a race to the Germania, a fast German vessel. the Meteor later defeated Germania in a test of both ships’ sailing abilities.
The report says Philippine head-hunters are yielding to civilization influences, a reassurance for investors. Yet native warriors must still be watched as they may break restraint and commit crimes, similar to past North American Indians who showed higher intelligence.
The article argues that reports of unrest in the Turkish empire should not be blown out of proportion. It notes exaggeration by some and suggests revolutions often bring fluctuations and reactions, but Turkey would merely undergo the typical upheavals of such events.
Reports say a severe quake hit Friday with Acapulco Chilipa and Chilpancingo badly damaged while Vera Cruz Oaxaca and other towns suffered property losses. In Mexico City six died in the second shock with several more expected to die. the American colony remained largely unhurt as residents fled to streets and plazas.
The Northern Pacific Railway issues a circular listing harvest labor needs in Minnesota and North Dakota. It names towns, start dates, job counts, and wage rates from $1.50 to $3 per day, noting a large demand for workers during the coming weeks.
Senator Winthrop Murray Crane and Mrs. Crane welcome a new son at Dalton. This is their second child after son Stephen born in 1907. The senator, noted as among Congress wealthiest men, hurried home on a special train.
In Clinton Iowa the supreme officers of the United Danish Societies of America announced that the national vote favored compulsory insurance for members, 637 to 608.
The Senate approved the arbitration convention between the United States and Paraguay signed on March 13, ratifying the treaty establishing formal dispute settlement rules between the two nations.
John Arendorf, central figure in the Haddock murder trials in Sioux City Iowa, died of Brights disease aged 59. Rev. George C Haddock pastor of the First Methodist church was murdered August 3 1886.
Detroit bound heavyweight champion contender Jack Johnson arrived in Jackson Michigan and said he would cover the $5000 forfeit demanded by James Jeffries for a title bout to determine the championship.
Reports from Barcelona say cavalry and troops broke the main insurgent force in St Martin's square after heavy fighting. many rebels killed or surrendered, while priests and nuns were slaughtered and churches burned. Moors retreat from Melilla outskirts as authorities fear new efforts. Private dispatches note heavy casualties with unknown property loss, and Biscay provinces show worker unrest in Bilboa mining districts.
New York reports Harry C. Pulliam the National League president killed himself. John A. Heydler plans funeral arrangements and is favored to succeed him. Pulliam's last act directed clubs to end half mast observances for recent deaths. P. T. Powers notes Pulliam's personal troubles and steadfast backing of umpires.
Denver detective work clears Roy L. Griswold of the Belleville Illinois murder case. Sheriff Cashel of St. Clair county announced Griswold is not Sidney Baker the missing photographer, and Griswold was released after three days in Georgetown.
In Opelousas Louisiana Onexzime Thomas and Emile Antoine two Black men were being transported to jail by deputies when a mob pulled them from the officers and struck them near Grand Prairie authorities say both men died from their injuries.
Stanley Ketchel the middleweight champion and Sam Langford have been matched for a ten round fight at the Fairmont Athletic Club in New York during the first week of September.
Denver authorities prepare a hard fight against extraditing Roy H. Griswold believed to be Sidney Baker. He is jailed in Georgetown Colorado on charges of murdering Peter Waeltz a farmer in Belleville Illinois last November.
James H. Walker of Knoxville sacrificed his life in the Little Tennessee river near Riverside in Blount County while rescuing Mrs. F. D. Christian of Sydney Ohio who was in danger. Walker lost his life as the river swept him under before help could arrive.
Noah R. Marler former assistant cashier of the First National Bank was arrested at his Tipton Indiana home after fleeing justice for a week. He faced a $50 000 theft charge in Muncie and was bound over to the federal grand jury in Indianapolis next November. He then returned to Tipton where friends and businessmen posted bonds and security totaling up to 225 000. He claimed to have been fishing in Missouri for his thirty fifth birthday. He refused to discuss the bank matter or the missing 60 000 in cash but acknowledged the trip and his absence caused local concern.
William Nilsson, a Wisconsin man and former shipping clerk, surrendered at police headquarters in Kansas City Missouri. He said he forged checks in Janesville Wisconsin two years earlier, fled to Germany, then returned to learn his baby was dead and his wife dying after a California street-car crash.
In Bridgeport Connecticut last night the president's yacht Sylph rescued 20 of 29 partygoers after a powerboat capsized in the Saco river. Two people are believed drowned and the remaining passengers were saved by nearby vessels.
Montgomery lawmakers in both chambers voted to approve the national income tax amendment, signaling strong legislative support for the measure in Alabama.
El Paso reports say 1,000 people were imprisoned during the Guadalajara riots after charges by Mexican cavalry. At least ten were killed and many wounded, according to W. J. Bissell.
Myrtle Strauber, three, daughter of Earl Strauber, was severely lacerated by a leopard in a Rockwell City county fair cage. Doctors fear she may die from the injuries.
Orville Wright and Wilbur Wright in a ten mile cross country flight with Lieut. Foulois, flying their self built aeroplane, surpassed speed records at over 42 miles per hour. They completed the course in 14 minutes 42 seconds with an altitude around 200 feet on the level section. President Taft witnessed the landing and sent congratulations through Col. Treat.
In White Plains New York Harry K Thaw and his entourage announced they believe he is fit to be at large after a six hour examination by District Attorney Jerome. Supporters expect Justice Mills to grant release from Matteawan if his future conduct matches the testing performance. He appeared free of insanity during the prosecutorial challenge and sought to shield his wife from public comment.
Washington reports strong belief that a cabinet reshuffle will occur around January. The veteran Secretary Wilson is expected to depart, ending the Roosevelt era representation as Meyer of the Navy would be the last Roosevelt cabinet member remaining.
Eleven deaths and 26 prostrations reported as the city endured the year's hottest temperature followed by a brief thunder storm. Property losses and other accidents occurred amid the extreme heat and storm conditions in Chicago.
Berlin reports twenty six Turkish officers from all army branches, many noted for April and May action in restoring the constitution, have arrived to enter the German army by imperial permission.
The bodies of 32 soldiers who died during the last year while serving in the Philippines were buried at Arlington National Cemetery with military honors on Thursday.
Newport News reports that after A P Gillespie withdrew from the race the Republican caucus appears to have settled on Representative C Bascom Slemp as nominee for Virginia governor.
The Glidden tour that began in Detroit will finish in Kansas City on Friday afternoon. Cars reached Salina Kansas Thursday afternoon extending the cross country run.
Dispatches report revolutionaries in Barcelona proclaiming a republic while Montjuich fortress bombs occupied districts. Forty revolutionaries were shot at Montjuich, including Emiliano Iglesias editor of Progreso. Madrid reports Catalonia unrest but recruits respond elsewhere. Spain bans departures of military subjects and sale of foreign papers.
Washington dispatch notes the tariff bill will become law if no heated disputes arise in the Senate before adjournment. The House approved the report 195 to 183 after a long session in oppressive heat. Twenty Republicans opposed the report including Cary, Davis, Gronna, Haugen, Hub bard, Keifer, Kendall, Lenroot, Lindberg, Mann, Miller, Murdoch, Nelson, Nye, Poindexter, Sotherwick, Steenerson, Stevens, Volstead, and Woods. Broussard and Hs topiaas of Louisiana supported it.
Boston prepares for a large mobilization August 14 to 21 as 9,000 guardsmen from New York New Jersey Connecticut and DC head toward the city. Massachusetts militia plans to field 7,000 troops with three regulars from the Fighting Tenth and the Fort Ethan Allen colored regiment aiding defense.
In Laporte Indiana Mrs John Jerndt mourns her husband who died recently by self inflicted Paris green poisoning. In Lawton Michigan Mrs Lida Barnes ends her life by a self inflicted heart shot. she had just lost her only daughter.
Helen Bauer a 20 year old from Chicago has achieved the feat of climbing Mont Blanc.
A Kansas resident testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured irregular kidney secretions backache and swelling after using them for two years. The ad urges readers to remember the brand and buy from all dealers at 60 cents a box.
Horace asks Miss Grace for writing spring poetry and Grace quips the proper remedy is to see a doctor. The witty banter hints at creative frustration and playful romantic tension between the two.
A dialog sketches civil service as an act governing government work while a father explains a busy post office scene. A man buys stamps, endures long lines, and hears the clerk defer to the next window for wholesale stamps, illustrating bureaucratic routine in a humorous exchange.
A physician known for intolerance to imaginary illnesses tricks a female patient in a busy street. After she closes her eyes and sticks out her tongue on command, he vanishes, leaving her alone with eyes shut and tongue hanging out.
A six year old boy viewing slides of tiny organisms under a microscope is drawn to a drop of water and declares he now understands what bites when soda water is drunk. His astonishment and humorous remark capture a child’s wonder at science.
In a sharp exchange an heiress questions Duke about his nerve as he recalls his father’s smile during a visit to the office. The heiress urges bold talk while the duke laments a lingering constraint and references a painting of the Battle of Bunker Hill.
A Richmond Virginia woman credits quitting coffee with dramatic health gains including weight gain, restored sight in one eye, improved walking endurance, and sharpened memory after starting Postum and Grape Nuts. She urges public sharing for suffering humanity.
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