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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1915
Page
3
The Central Law Journal profiles Theophilus Harrington a Vermont jurist of the early 1800s known for prioritizing justice over technicalities. In a farm dispute he forged a seal on a deed with a wafer and paper to ensure fair admission in court.
A satirical account criticizes truthfulness of Orientals and Chinese in courts, recounting a Cairo incident where Suleiman accuses Ahmeds camel for land trespass, fooling judges until the truth emerges a week later. It moves to the Gulf of Bothnia where sunlit days in June are observed with ships, contrasting with winter darkness and eventual return of daylight.
Jury foreman notes no damages awarded in breach of promise case. Jurors deem plaintiff fortunate to end involvement with a man known for sending foolish letters read aloud by the plaintiff’s lawyer.
A new minister urges unity while a long time deacon counters with a call to keep people apart, revealing a humorous clash over church harmony and tradition.
In a playful exchange Eva recalls a bet with Belinda as she strolls with someone who challenged her to say the word kiss. She admits attempting it, but the wagered bet ended with the man claiming the word from her lips.
A reflective statement urges perseverance and positive thinking for all. It promotes making the best of circumstances, hoping well for others, and following a path of steady effort as modeled by the speaker.
Mrs. William Litzenberg of Montezuma Iowa says stomach troubles left her weak and tired before Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. After using the first bottle she regained strength and appetite and reports lasting relief with no distress after meals. She urges others to try the treatment on an absolute guarantee.
The law firm of J. W. Doxsee and Chas. A. Doxsee offers general practice and estate settlement services in the Rage RG court located in Lowell Block Monticello Iowa.
Monticello state bank building hosts office hours Tuesday Thursday Saturday from 6 p m Anamosa office at 101 N Garnavilla St opens Monday Wednesday Friday Mr and Mrs L A Beaver DC run the clinic with joint practice in town
The public will decide winners of various prizes including a classy Ford five passenger touring car. Contestants are urged to hustle before the close time September 11th at 8 p m. and to secure votes through subscribers and promised help.
Campaign observers note no clear leader as contestants push hard to the finish. Managers say last minute hustling and counting every subscription often decide the grand prize winner in this close race.
A promotional drive promises 25 000 extra votes for every club of 5 new subscriptions from Thursday August 19 to Wednesday August 25 at 5 p m. This is the last chance to receive the extra votes before the offer expires. Roll up your vote total during the campaign.
A promotional note announces 90 000 extra votes for every 20 dollars turned in from August 19 to August 25 at 5 p.m. time is short and the offer ends with the contest close. Every vote counts as the remaining work decides the winners.
The third grand prize offers rail fare for one to the Exposition in San Francisco plus $50 in gold, costing $110. The contestant may take $110 cash instead of the trip. The fourth grand prize is $60, with the winner receiving $60 cash if preferred over the trip.
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