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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1913
Page
3
The Iowa Supreme Court unanimously ruled the Des Moines saloon petition of consent insufficient, delaying reopenings until possible rehearing. Saloons closed by 5 pm, causing unemployment for about 200 workers and up to $1,000,000 stock held by owners.
An undercover operative describes joining a secret service staff in an English prison. He poses as a convict to expose a covert network and a bribed warder who betrayed the plan but was dismissed after authorities uncovered the plot.
Senator J H Lewis arrived from Chicago to a baggage mix up. A porter claimed a footman took the bags but later returned them after Lewis demanded action. The senator departed in a taxicab, noting Mrs Lewis was in Europe.
A four foot lizard, alive previously and known only in tropical regions, was uncovered by a blast at the Cement Mill site in Cumberland, Maryland. The creature died from blast effects.
Denver man J Blakeley sues vaudeville actress Myrtle Howard for $5000 over a staged kiss at the Tabor Grand theater on May 11. He says she left the stage to mingle with the audience and kissed him without warning, in front of his wife, after selecting the wrong man who resembled him.
London writer notes instinct guides much behavior in nature. Birds and insects act by habit rather than learning, with examples such as a spider carrying an egg basket, ants carrying beads, and the lemming’s fatal plunge cited as a possible misjudgment. The piece jokes about mistaken wisdom and promises further study of the lemming.
In Passaic New Jersey eight carpenters interrupted a Christian Reformed church sermon by hammering in an adjoining house. The minister ended the service and the police were called. Each carpenter was fined 2.80 dollars for the Sunday law violation.
In Gary Indiana the large standpipe at the steel works vents waste gas from coke ovens. A constant flame attracts northern birds migrating south and the gas fumes fatally kill them as they approach the blaze.
In Boston Joseph Mack was jailed after he threw a bean-plate window. He claimed he counted 42 beans and was charged 15 cents. Mack received a two month sentence for the act.
A sermon outlines the devil's deceptive methods and the rise of religious delusions. It argues the devil appears as an angel of light, misleads through private reasonings, and promotes universal salvation and formalism while denying biblical authority. It warns of ignorance of God's word fueling false beliefs.
A reflective verse urging social progress and harmony. It imagines a future where suffrage is universal, fair pay exists, honesty ends gossip, exploitation ends, publishers honor poets, rulers are held to account, class strife ceases, and temperate weather smooths daily life. The poem envisions people choosing kindness and patience to nurture love.
A debate centers on women's equality and constitutional change. The speaker asserts women cannot become equals, while another counters with women's stoic endurance and readiness to accept gradual change, even a small gain like a cent.
The text suggests Brockley faced financial reverses linked to his wife’s pursuit of organizing a charity ball. Her focus on extravagant clothing for female exhibitors allegedly strained finances, leaving Brockley financially devastated.
A humorous exchange reveals a husband has gained six pounds after starting a recommended breakfast. The wife discovers she has been eating the same breakfast for two weeks, prompting a lighthearted reflection on dietary choices.
A humorous exchange questions whether convention limits women’s status. One speaker jokes his wife keeps him busy with commands, leaving him little time to consider societal norms and the role of tradition.
The remark highlights Mrs Grayson’s strong trust in her husband and her willingness to share his choices, even edible mushrooms he picked. The exchange reveals a lighthearted tone about domestic faith and partnership.
A witty exchange notes Adam had an advantage as there was no wife next door to outdress. The dialogue contrasts social reach and neighborly influence with a humorous edge about appearances. The line suggests a domestic comedic setup on envy and vanity.
A pair of characterful lines reflects on success as inherently grim due to the effort it demands. The exchange contrasts delight in achievement with the toil behind it, hinting at a pragmatic view of ambition.
A brief exchange recalls horses and hurdles with a wry remark about daily riding from a narrator noting a spouse’s regular jumping routine. The dialogue hints at a rural or equestrian setting and recurring athletic activity.
When a reputable candidate runs for city office the betting markets tilt toward the rival. Supporters caution that public opinion and political dynamics influence wagering expectations.
A critical reflection on marriage notes that unions often face recurring challenges and unhappy outcomes. The piece discusses common strains, suggesting caution and realism for couples entering matrimony.
A philosopher notes that the average man is usually busy making a living. The observation, supported by anecdote, suggests practice does not readily ease the struggle to improve one’s lot.
A witty exchange about ownership of risky gadgets prompts the speaker to admit they already own an automobile a motor boat and an aeroplane and wonder if a horse might be safer The remark highlights the dangers seen in modern machines and the humorous contrast with equine travel.
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