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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1897
Page
6
Ladd of Butler county enters race for speaker of the house in favor of J H Funk of Hardin county. The text defends McKinley for spending his mother's last days with her, saying he did what any dutiful son would.
Captain Rathbun changes the Marion weekly Register into a tri weekly paper. The extra labor and expense are noted, but the editor believes the venture will be profitable and that the Captain has the ability to ensure its success.
Report claims railways may halt carrying passengers on freight trains after January 1 with all Tow s lines in the agreement. Traveling men would oppose it as many rely on freight trains to cover their territory quickly. The paper doubts the report.
Judge Conrad of Polk County District Court finds the new peddlers licensing statute unconstitutional as it exempts soldiers sailors and people unable to perform manual labor. He says the tax must apply to all persons regardless of class to pass constitutional muster.
Hon. R. G. Cousins was placed on the sub committee of the foreign relations committee and will have immediate charge of considering the treaty for the annexation of the Hawaiian Islands. He holds a prominent position on the influential committee and is regarded as one of its hardest working members.
The article notes President Andrews drew attention last summer and plans a winter lecture praising Confederate General Lee. It defends his stance on Armenian outrages and compares public reception to that of Professor Herron of Iowa College, suggesting limited local interest.
The article argues Col Henderson aims to push a bankruptcy bill to a congressional vote. It notes Dupage city constituents in jobbing trade may favor it, but retailers and western district bankers oppose. The piece warns the law could allow robbers to ruin small merchants and is seen as ill suited for agricultural and retail areas.
The Cedar Rapids Republican argues elections are too frequent and political activity harms business and workers. It condemns year round party clubs and ambitions of men chasing offices who neglect personal enterprise. It urges voters to focus on their own livelihoods and reduce political distractions.
The Carroll Herald challenges Matt Parrott on the present election law, warning that a law if misread could disenfranchise voters. The piece argues for keeping the law intact while the public learns it, noting Fulton Illinois resident skirmishes over politics and a postmaster dispute involving Bas tian and Doctor Moon.
The essay argues against U S annexation of Hawaii or Cuba citing existing territorial limits. It notes fewer advocates than before and questions benefits, asserting independence in Congress could block treaties. Professor Bryce warns of governance by despotic methods and strategic vulnerabilities if islands are acquired.
A famed Iowa editor turned to a consular post after trimming his hair to meet Senator Allison’s demand. The article then outlines a court contest over Hiram Arnold’s sheriff win against James Voorhees, detailing ballots challenged, recounts, and potential appeals, with notes on the district and supreme courts.
Jones County Agricultural Society, among fifteen statewide, gains state funds for meeting AG opinion requirements. The allocation underscores the group’s compliance with attorney general guidelines.
The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway will sell excursion tickets to points within 200 miles of Monticello on December 24 25 31 1897 and January 1 1898 at one and one third fare for round trips with return limit up to and including January 4 1898.
John Rowen has been appointed postmaster at Stone City reflecting a formal filling of the local postal position. The appointment affects postal operations and local civic duties in Stone City.
The Wyoming Journal notes the Milwaukee railroad should reverse the Monticello to Davenport run by routing north in the morning and south in the evening. Removing the western morning passenger has left local people in a pocket and, for court in Anamosa, residents must reach Onslow to catch the Midland line or travel on foot. Travel from Wyoming to Anamosa via the C M St P line takes about two days, and changes are expected soon.
The article praises the New York Tribune as a stalwart republican paper that upholds party will as expressed in the state constitution and party platforms. It notes the Tribune’s firm stance, improved Friday pictorials, and commitment to avoiding vulgar scandal while remaining influential in New York politics.
The Chicago Inter Ocean publishes an interview with Prof Doremus Hays Garrett Biblical Institute criticizing professional revivalists. He argues revival work should be done by ordained pastors, condemns self styled revivalists for sensational methods and emotional appeals, notes their decline, and cites Methodist conference actions to regulate evangelists.
The Nickel Plate road offers a fare and one third round trip to any line point for travel on December 24 25 31 1897 and January 1 1898 with return by January 4 1898. Students with credentials may travel at the same rate returning by January 11 1898. For details contact J Y Calahan 1171 Adams St Chicago IL or H Thorne CG P&T.
A passerby named Mike offers money to buy food for a hungry man. The man claims to be the recipient, saying he is the hungry person in question. The exchange unfolds in a brief, local‑flavored vignette drawn from the Washington Star tale.
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