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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1904

Page

6

The Warfare With Self Sermon by Highway and Byway Preacher

Chicago preacher proclaims inner war between Self and the Soul in a December 1904 sermon. He argues the flesh battles the Spirit, awaits victory only through Christ, and outlines five stages from enthroned Self to final victory, urging readers to walk in the Spirit and endure a sevenfold heavenly reward.

Chicago Paul Lord Jesus Christ Self Christ Jesus Christ

Strong Man Lettl Defies Muscular Limits

London physicians study Herr Georg Lettl a German of five feet and 140 pounds who can lift about 25 times his weight. He reportedly hoisted an 850 pound anchor with four men on it surpassing the record by 450 pounds and can pull a 16 horsepower car at speed. He is said to hold two eight horsepower cars together by fingertip strength when engines run full.

London Georg Lettl Herr Lettl

Lazy pigs due to overfeeding harm health

A note concludes that lazy pigs arise from overfeeding and suffer poor health as a result.

Roosevelt’s Unprecedented Message Delivers Capital and Labor Policy

The Chicago Chronicle notes President Roosevelt's lengthy congress message, rich in department descriptions and sociopolitical arguments. It stresses clear views on capital and labor, warns against abuses, and hints at tariff topics to be addressed later, signaling a bold, idea-driven presidency.

Roosevelt Congress Chicago Chronicle Washington Army Navy

President's message labeled conservative and sane

The St. Louis Globe-Democrat praises the president as conservative and sane on trusts and other issues. It notes calls for irrigation extension, forest policy, immigration regulation, and safeguards for citizenship, plus preparedness and military upgrades. Territorial Alaska governance and relief for residents in the Philippines, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico are urged, with emphasis on international relations and protecting citizens abroad.

St. Louis Globe-Democrat Northern Securities Company Beef Trust Alaska Congress Philippines Hawaii Porto Rico Turkey Morocco

Roosevelt Stance Praised Despite Ship Subsidy Hesitation

The Detroit Free Press lauds Mr Roosevelt for a decisive, uncompromising message after the election. It notes no hesitancy or equivocation except on the ship subsidy issue where he seems torn between partisanship and personal inclination.

Roosevelt Detroit Free Press

Public funds accounting urged by President Roosevelt

The foreign policy of the president is acceptable to the people. They agree with him that the United States should aid to provide substitutes for war, but should be in readiness to defend its rights when they are threatened. Roosevelt recommends a public accounting for campaign funds, and the president seems unconcerned with politicians' approval.

United States Chicago Tribune Roosevelt Chicago Daily News Ind

Animal Facts From a Historic Almanac

The text presents varied zoological notes: antlers take six to eight years to mature, the dolphin is a fast swimmer, speeds cited, large-eyed land animals include horses giraffes and ostriches, and sea creatures like cuttlefish are mentioned. It states the whale and elephant have the heaviest brains after humans, notes muscle counts in a cat tail, color change dependence on blindness in a chameleon, birds acting as weathercocks, and explains the elephant’s short neck due to head weight.

Democrats Predict No Obstruction By Party In Incoming Session

A prominent southern Democrat says his party will not obstruct Republican plans in the coming three month session. He notes Democrats are minority in both houses and expects only routine work and debate of Republican measures. He warns that real obstruction may come later in 1905 when the larger program could be proposed.

South Congress St. Louis Globe- Democrat Senate House Missouri

President Roosevelt’s conservative yet progressive policy outlook

The New York Tribune suggests Roosevelt will not abandon Republican principles. He seeks careful tariff readjustment, enforces laws to curb discriminations, and will pursue thorough, sane governance. The aim is broad national progress while protecting legitimate business and law compliance.

Roosevelt New York Tribune Flo

Young Voter for Roosevelt

A New York Mail opinion notes that after ten presidential campaigns in fifty years the Republican Party has failed to be reinforced, with renewal usually driven by young voters. The 1904 campaign follows this pattern, though at times mature defections reshaped loyalty.

Roosevelt Republican Party N. Y

Cosmopolitan fair shifts Missouri to the Republicans

The era's tone in 20th century press notes Missouri siding with Republicans amid a global exposition. Editorials question Democratic leadership with Secretary Woodson’s Parker misstep and Hearst and Atlanta Journal urging new party dynamics.

Missouri St. Louis Globe-Democrat Woodson Parker Indianapolis News Den Hearst Atlanta Journal Democratic Party Havervilla Gazette

Roosevelt Victory editorial in The Cincinnati Inquirer

An editorial from the Cincinnati Inquirer lauds Theodore Roosevelt’s victory and outlines expected implications. It argues he will interpret the people’s commission, pursue expansion and naval strength, and safeguard American commercial interests, while noting McLean’s Democratic stance and the need for reform within the party.

The Cincinnati Inquirer John R. McLean Roosevelt Theodore Roosevelt Toy United States Councils of the Nations Panama, Canal Santo Dimingo Caribbean Sea Chita Waren Mancharia McLean Army of the Philippines Bryan Democracy Judge Parker Seattle Democratic Party Army Navy America

Tariff Reforms Urged by Republican Leaders in Stated Policy

The Chicago Inter Ocean notes Vice President Elect Mailbanks and Senator Mailbanks urge tariff changes in four years but with no haste. They advocate changes done advisedly with full knowledge and economic necessity, dismissing talk of tariff stagnation and sensationalism.

Roepublican Pourty Muirbinks Boston Miurket Club Chicago Republican Party

Inference of Free Trade Debates Across Papers

A compiled collection shows varied editorials and polls on tariff and free trade, noting Roosevelt support and party vigor. It cites figures on U.S. iron production and per capita consumption to argue confidence and price effects in past eras.

Cleveland Norwich Conn Courier Roosevelt Milwaukee Sentinel Thomas Taggart Alton B. Parker Washington Star William McKinley Hartford Courant United States Sanu Francisco Chronicle

Useful Hat Pin Holder From Test Tube Case

A vintage craft note describes a decorative hatpin holder made from a test tube housed in a fancy case. It explains sewing three rows of insertion and beading, edging with lace, and running ribbon through the beads to finish the novelty. The piece emphasizes neat insertion and bonding for a tidy, handy accessory.

Hand Sewing Revival For Beauty And Charity

Hand work and needlecraft revive as art and aid. Girls learn to sew, embroider, knit, and crochet to beautify homes and clothe the poor. Clubs form to produce simple, affordable garments and small craft items, with proceeds supporting cost and materials.

Japan as Our Customer in Global Ship and Rail Trade

An article in the German Export Review cited in consular reports shows Japan’s shipbuilding materials are bought in England while German built ships were once ordered to Armstrong’s yard. It notes bids favor England, the United States, and firms like Schneider and KuPP. locomotives for Japan and Korea railways come from the United States. U.S. friendship grows.

German Export Review England Japan Germany Armstrong Taidneyland Armameur Jecently Kupp Schneider United States Yokohama Ingland Korea

Borax Uses in the Kitchen and Laundry

A note on borax as a cleaning aid. Adding a little to boiling water cleans enamel pans. Dissolving borax in water helps keep dishcloths vivid in color.

Doukhobors Making Progress in Canada Says Official

A Canadian government agent back in the country reports Doukhobors in Canada are improving. He notes they no longer use women for field labor alongside cattle, signaling progress in social practices.

Neland Canada

Whisky stored in Thorverton Church after village fire

The Devon village of Thorverton saw its church used as a storehouse for whisky seized during a fire at a local inn. The historic building was temporarily repurposed as the collection point for the recovered liquor.

Thorverton Church Devon England

Beauty tips from Washington Star readers note

An article fragment lists various home remedies and cosmetic practices. It describes eye washes with borax and camphor water, scalp massage, hair conditioning with quinine, methods for curl and wig avoidance, electrolysis for warts, a baldness lotion, tar soap shampoo, and facial care routines with oils, herbs, and tinctures. It also mentions nose shape changes and remedies for freckles with lemon juice and rose water.

Lace Worker Techniques For Lace and Net Columns

Elderly readers learn scarf and collar lace methods from a brief guide. It describes edges braided lace and net floss finishing, simple stem stitches like the wheel and spider, and a lay down collar option using insertion strips. Home sewing offers cost savings over store bought pieces.

Needlewoman crafts lace and ribbon embroidery trends

Pretty labels use lace handkerchiefs and gilt threads for collars and belts. Sea green alpaca blouses, new ribbon embroidery on various garments, and transforming an old white lace shawl into a chiffon fringe wrap are described. Embroidered Brussels lace cravats offer easy at home projects. A make your own newspaper-cutting book idea is included with a pansy covered cover.

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