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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1909
Page
7
The Express Iowa surveys playful rumors and bold guesses on science travel and society. It jokes about Sir Thomas Lipton, Halley’s comet, Mars life, a Nevada man’s suicide, windfalls and marriages, powder dangers, and the Panama canal, picturing a future of flying machines and dramatic changes.
In a convention in Cincinnati coffinmakers complain the rising cost of living makes death cheap for customers. They warn the industry faces economic strain as prices and expenses climb while demand remains steady.
Doctors seek to remove the London cuff at trouser bottoms to prevent dampness and illness, but admit they must replace it with an alternative fashion or nuisance before a full abolition.
A proverb-like reflection contrasts two types of men. One refuses admission of fault, while the other readily admits wrong yet remains unshaken in his stance. The writing notes the moral concern with dishonesty and inconsistency in character.
A New York national bank, commissioned by the government, will buy 12 African monkeys. The move aims to strengthen the national banking system without misusing funds.
Congress will pass the ship subsidy bill with little opposition. Supporters expect higher subsidies for all American ships and a expansion to European ports, overcoming past Senate resistance and Atlantic liner opposition. The measure aims to boost the U S merchant marine by extending bounties beyond South American and Asiatic ports.
Federal prosecutors pressed an ongoing customs fraud investigation as grand jury evidence was presented for more indictments. Thomas C. Giddings, an assistant customs weigher, was arrested on a conspiracy charge tied to fig imports. Collector Loeb announced ten more removals, bringing total dismissals to 83 since March 9 as part of the house cleaning.
A dynamite blast weighing about 25 pounds destroyed Joseph Mascari's fruit and wine house at 11 College street Danville causing about 50000 dollars in damage. Five adjoining buildings were wrecked and plate glass shattered for three blocks. Mascari accuses Black Hand members but did not reveal any threatening letters.
Col John Jacob Astor and son Vincent with guests and crew are reported safe aboard the Nourmahal near San Juan after a fierce hurricane. The yacht reached San Juan November 14 and remained there November 17 as danger passed, likely heading for Ponce soon. The update came aboard the Harry Luckenbach from San Juan.
A mine explosion in Onoura in Fukuoka province traps 228 miners with at least 15 dead. Rescue attempts are underway but the fate of the entombed workers remains uncertain.
New York report counts 29 football players who died in various parts of the country this fall, per a list released publicly on Friday after the season's end.
A Madrid dispatch reports Sir Maurice de Bunsen the British ambassador at Madrid is likely to replace Ambassador Bryce in Washington.
William McCormick 31 a Moody Biblical Institution student leaped from a third story dormitory window escaping his roommate and shouting good by. He died later from the fall in Chicago.
The steam barge Flint loaded with limestone and salt burned near North Point Alpena Michigan. The crew reached Alpena safely in their yawl boat.
Washington reports say the gunboats Princeton and Vicksburg are deploying to Corinto Nicaragua while Delaya’s forces grow. Officials debate timing for recognizing the revolutionary Estrada government as Zelaya’s position weakens. Secret telegrams circulate among state and naval officials.
In Mingo county near Devon WV a sheriff posse shot and killed Mrs. Charles Daniels and her 16 year old daughter as they stood in their doorway to allow the girl’s father and brother to flee. The killings stem from a long running feud between the Christian and Daniels families on the Kentucky West Virginia border. George Christian was killed three weeks earlier by Jim Daniels. Christian and Daniels were brothers in law and former allies.
Chicago reports William J. Moxley Republican candidate won the Sixth Illinois district seat with 14 494 votes to Carl L. Barnes 8 317 and Frank 3 Ryan 6 277. The bitter campaign drew national figures including Speaker Cannon and Gov. Deneen.
Washington report shows United States gold mines yielded 94.56 million dollars in 1908 per US Geological Survey figures. The release highlights total production across domestic mines and notes regional contributions.
New York Standard Oil Company stated it has no plan to seek a Sherman act amendment and will pursue its appeal to the U S Supreme Court from the circuit court decree.
In Saratov, European Russia, fifteen inmates were executed on Tuesday. Two additional men convicted of lynching were sentenced to death.
The Swift board, appointed months ago to audit the U S Navy, is preparing a report urging major reconstruction. It calls for removing politics from naval management and placing control in the hands of sailors, with a British admiralty style advisory board and youth in command. It also demands a thorough reorganization of navy yard administration.
I ll Constable James Th. Dobbs killed neighbor William Thompson after a quarrel over the men’s children. A mob formed to lynch Dobbs. officers brought him to Des Moines where he was jailed. Also Des Moines lad Harold Perkins aged 16 hanged himself after being refused permission to attend a Drake Ames game.
Berin Dr Brenckmann and Hugo Francke two leading Berlin Aero Club members died when their balloon Kolmar collapsed. Their bodies were recovered near Fiume in Austria Hungary.
Gen Marina Friday leads a sizable Spanish force from Melilla to encircle Mount Benifiar and isolate the Rif tribesmen who remain entrenched in the area amid mounting tensions.
The steamer Empress of China arriving from Shanghai delivers 116 barrels of eggs to Victoria B C This marks the first shipment of eggs of this kind to America from the orient.
London notes Dolly Parnell, a musical comedy actress, wed Tuesday to Prince Nesir Ali Kahn, son of a powerful native ruler of India. The prince presented his bride with jewels valued at 100000 dollars.
Richmond Indiana reports the death of Mrs Nancy Cyaepel ly colored aged 120 on Tuesday believed to be the oldest woman in the United States. The record claims her long life spans gen eras and she was widely noted in local circles.
Two Graham & Morton passenger steamers near St. Joseph barely escaped foundering after a 60 mile gale. The City of Benton Harbor reached port after five hours of wind and snow, while the Puritan drifted rudderless 18 miles south of here. Tugs from South Chicago rushed to assist as officials deem the Puritan not in danger though wireless was wrecked.
President Taft seated for a private Thanksgiving dinner during his coast to coast trip. A Rhode Island farm raised a mastodon turkey as the centerpiece. He remarked he had a dinner without speeches or lurking reception committees, with only Taft family members present.
Former Secretary of the Treasury Lyman Judson Gage wed Frances Ada Ballou at the Ballou home in Coronado California in a private ceremony witnessed by the bride’s parents and few relatives. The couple departed for Denver after a wedding supper, with the match reportedly rooted in a theosophic courtship.
Ian F A Edwards president of Webster City Savings Bank opened a pistol after his duster struck a cashier revolver. The blast wounded him in the abdomen and he later died at Mercy hospital. Edwards had served as mayor, postmaster, and cattle breeder of note.
Mrs Harriet Hill aged 29 was killed at a road house 12 miles east of Munising Michigan Wednesday night. Frank Fitzpatrick said someone outside fired through the window and killed her revealing a fatal shooting at the roadside inn.
Honey Mellody reclaimed form at the National Athletic Club in Boston beating Billy Rolfe of South Boston in a 12 round prizefight. Mellody delivered decisive blows in a hard fought bout, improving his standing in the circuit.
Havana reports a volatile political climate as rumors mount that Vice-President Zayas aims to replace President Gomez by persuasion or compulsion. Fusion talks falter amid distrust between Liberal factions. A renewed push for a negro party emerges from Oriente as colored voters demand more offices.
Zelaya in Pluefields Nicaragua says he will resign and defer choosing a successor to a congress. The note, sent by wireless to Colon, argues congress cannot function as most deputies are jailed or fugitives. Supporters would back a Zelaya ally, while the move is seen as an absurd bid to appease U.S. citizens’ deaths.
An apparently insane man wounded Gen Verand on the steps of the Hotel Continental as the general entered for a banquet. He was arrested amid a public uproar. The incident followed President Faillieres visit to the Hotel Bristol where he met the King Manuel.
Walter Wellman files a long statement in Washington assessing Peary as precise and credible while labeling Cook as suspect and an imposture. He explains why Cook’s North Pole claims fail and defends Peary as workmanlike and consistent.
Nine days after departing Santiago Cuba with cattle for Ponce Porto Rico the Herrera line steamer Maria Herrera has not been heard from and is believed to have foundered with all aboard.
Ashland Wisconsin Peter Pwdylowski of Bessemer was shot in the foreheadSaturday while deer hunting and probably will die. He says the hunter fled the scene.
On The Overland Limited train No 2 a pouch with five registered letters from Schuyler disappeared between Schuyler and Omaha. The pouch was caught by a crane as the train passed but fell under wheels and broke apart. letters later found intact by the car cleaner resting on the tracks under the dining car.
A San Francisco newspaper notes a ten year old artist who writes poetry in spare moments. She recently attended a church wedding and began a descriptive poem about the event. While reading to guests she poked fun at bridesmaids by describing them with lines about noses and blue ribbons.
A customer explains to adjust measurements for a new appointment starting Monday. The principal insists on exact correctness in figures, signaling strict standards.
A baby’s hip injury forces Willie to use a crutch for life. His mother buys the newest model and Willie bursts with delight, exclaiming that Johnny Knowles will be jealous because he has two legs and doesn’t need crutches.
Dr. 8. F. Spohn president of Spohn Medical Co proprietors of Spohns Distemper Cure was elected mayor of Goshen Indiana by a good majority He formerly served as County Superintendent of Schools earning wide respect from neighbors and friends across political lines.
The remark notes fire escapes are rare on churches yet defines the church as a place built for accessible safety. It reflects a perspective on architecture and function within sacred spaces.
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