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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1899
Page
1
Expressions of discontent among European powers surface about the Hague peace conference and its provisions. The Reed rules received strong GOP support in the house opening, despite a brief democratic debate opposing their adoption, which passed on a strict party vote.
The Iowa speakership race will draw public attention until the legislature convenes early in January. The Cedar Rapids Republican argues Eaton would have broader support if his candidacy were not tied to Mr. Cummins.
An eastern journal praises Governor Shaw as a desirable presidential choice if the nomination goes west of the Mississippi. While President McKinley is the party’s acknowledged 1900 nominee, many see Iowa's governor as a rising western political figure.
Representatives and senators elect from the Fifth congressional district met informally in Cedar Rapids to exchange opinions and plan joint action in organizing the legislature. They reportedly back Dr. Bowen for speaker and Gear for senator, signaling district support. The Western Baseball League reorganizes for the coming season amid waning national interest.
The Illinois senator Billy Mason fails to stampede his party but insists he stays Republican. His peers doubt his loyalty amid his actions with anti-Americans including Atkinson and Carl Scluz, urging penitence and steady work to win back confidence.
The writing asserts Democrats will use every artifice to block or delay passage of the Republican currency bill. It argues Republicans aim to place the monetary system on a sound basis and withstand panics, and views passage as a grand Republican achievement.
An incident tied to the house refusing to seat Roberts the polygamist sparked a large remonstrance petition circulated by a New York paper. The petition spans twenty eight rolls about two feet across. If Roberts is denied a seat in congress as expected, organizers of the remonstrances will claim credit for blocking his bid. Congress members likely to oppose seating Roberts will act to thwart his plans, regardless of petition effort.
Joseph Chamberlain and Joseph Choate faced criticism for remarks on three power relations among Germany England and the United States. Their comments were seen as indiscreet and unlikely to trigger any official alliance steps.
Mr and Mrs John Russell of Jones county marked their golden wedding with a large gathering at their Onslow home after nearly forty seven years of marriage. About fifty guests, including relatives neighbors and visitors from several states, joined in a dinner and program with speeches letters and congratulatory telegrams.
Hopkinton Leader News reports F C Baker’s appendicitis operation at St Luke’s Chicago with Dr Cummings present and a successful recovery. P A Kehoe sold an 810 pound hog and shipped 15 head of Hereford stock. E M Loop’s new brick M E church in Monticello impresses as a fine project with ample seating and strong design. locals urged to visit the church.
Fire last Saturday night wiped out Felton Bros general merchandise stock and the store building in Center Junction. The origin is unknown. The building owned by Thos Lyons was totally destroyed. stock valued around 12000 with about 8000 covered by insurance.
The December term of the district court at Anamosa opened with Judge Wm. G. Thompson presiding. Monday and Tuesday focused on probate issues while jury trials were uncertain. the docket is light and the term may end next week. Proceedings include numerous probate approvals, administrator appointments, bond actions, real estate sales, and various judgments or dismissals across many estates and civil matters.
A special January 23 departure from Chicago offers a first class Pullman Palace cars tour of Mexico and major republic cities, returning to Chicago without change. Limited party, escorted by Beau Campbell of the American Tourist Association. Tickets cover all expenses. inquiries via Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway agents. Also mentions Downerville Co operative Creamery stock and a cold remedy advertisement.
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