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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1906
Page
2
An assortment of satirical quips and cultural notes from The Express. Boni is called the skeleton in the Countess Castellane s closet, with observations on public opinion, Santa Claus polling, Servian crown prince sanity, and reflections on crime, economy, and fashion.
The article reports that an English soap trust was toppled by a consumer boycott. It describes the method as simple and effective noting no trust, regardless of size or power, can endure when the public refuses to buy its products.
A Boston girl at Vassar told classmates her aim was to do her duty by the husband she expects and by the children to come. The remark sparked debate over whether it signals a risky outlook for women from Boston.
Prof Galloway grafted a Japanese orange shoot onto a Florida orange tree and found lemons instead. The piece notes that nature hands lemons to grafters and jokes about ongoing Geological Survey searches for sufficient coal deposits and potential metals or gems to cover coal bills.
A scientist states that drifting with currents could reach the north pole in two to three years. The plan requires ample time and trust in a return to civilization and fertilization.
The auto has proven its global reach by crossing the American continent and touring the world. It has carried travelers to the Arctic regions and even impressed distant dignitaries. Now an adventurous enthusiast plans to drive a horseless carriage through the Sahara Desert once dominated by camel caravans.
The piece reflects on Gypsy Smith blending faith with humor and recalls optimism about heaven in childhood. It notes unlikely feats like a 70 year old man pulling an oar, comparing it to Dr. Osler’s aging limit being challenged. President Hirot is referenced in a metaphorical stretch of strength.
A reflection on individuals who measure worth by lineage rather than deeds. The saying notes that those with little personal achievement resort to praising forebears to bolster status.
The piece notes changes in fishing markets as dogfish lose its favored status and cod gains prominence. a separate remark mentions a Kansan thunderstorm that damaged a corn field, lightening the farmer’s burden.
A foreign duke reportedly abducts a wealthy American heiress amid court intrigue. The situation draws attention to aristocratic schemes and transatlantic social rivalries as details remain murky and sensational.
The U S house passed a resolution to keep government printing to standard English spelling while debating pay raises for Congress and cabinet members. Senate action on Smoot continues as Moody Bonaparte Metcalf and Straus confirmed. no vote on congressional salary increases.
Secretary Taft’s annual report notes San Francisco earthquake relief by the regular army led by Gen Funston and Gen Greely. It records 3,709 officers and 54,659 enlisted, with net declines including hospital corps totals. enlistment figures show 89 percent native born. Desertion rose to 7.4 percent of those in service.
Paris reports a new archbishopric communication easing tensions over worship. Lay declarations to hold services without disobeying the pope are allowed if aimed at avoiding disturbances. Clerical duties remain state resistant as Paris observes peaceful Masses and declarations across parishes.
The Madison based committee, appointed by the last state senate to study a state life insurance department, has completed a two year inquiry and filed its report with Governor Davidson. It finds state life insurance unfeasible at this time. Signed by Senators Roehr and Frear, with dissent by Senator Jacob Rummel.
Western North Dakota lines report trains snow bound and lost track in blizzard conditions. Great Northern through trains are reportedly completely snowed in and unlocated. Snow piles reach twenty feet in places and traffic is at a standstill.
In Guayaquil reports say government troops moved into Cuenca on Friday as rebels were forced to surrender at Ayancay. A mob attempted a rescue, and Col. Vega the captured rebel leader died by his own action.
Berne Edouard Muller, vice president of the federal council, was Thursday elected president of the Swiss confederation succeeding M L Ferrer, whose term expired.
Fred Ring a prominent Wisconsin capitalist retired railway official and grand treasurer of the Masonic Grand Lodge of Wisconsin, collapsed and died at his La Crosse home at age 71.
Augustus Hartje, noted Pittsburgh paper magnate, loses his divorce case as the court rules for Mrs. Hartje. The couple's children remain with the mother and Hartje is ordered to pay all court costs.
New York actor Rankin Duval borrowed a long cheese knife in a saloon on Thursday and killed himself. He died in hospital without explaining the act.
A petition for the establishment of postal savings banks bearing the names of nearly 20 000 persons in 18 states was presented to Congress on Wednesday by Mr Boutel of Illinois.
Harry Pulliam was reelected president at the National League annual meeting session. John Heydler was chosen secretary and treasurer.
M. L. Bradford of Parsons, Indiana Territory, faced a fatal confrontation with his brother-in-law S. T. Clemong in Bristow. The dispute over family affairs ended with Bradford dead and the other party unnamed.
Jesse Clyde Rumsey, Chicago youth, pled guilty to two Missouri train robberies near Glasgow. He got the minimum ten years for each count, totaling 20 years, and was sent to the penitentiary after the proceedings. He previously confessed to the Rock Island robbery but rejected pleading guilty to that count.
George Burnham Jr. deputy general counsel of Mutual Reserve Life Insurance was found guilty of larceny for stealing 7500 from company funds. Prosecutors tied the act to a 1901 loan to president Frederick A. Burnham and concealed it with false entries. Two other officers, Frederick A. Burnham and George D. Eldridge, were indicted in connection with the case.
Berlin reports Emperor William dissolved the reichstag after a 178 to 168 defeat on a bill allowing troops for the German Southwest Africa insurrection. Clericals socialists Poles and part of the radicals opposed. conservatives national liberals and moderate radicals backed the government.
Tokio Gen Nogi, famed Japanese commander who seized Port Arthur, was thrown from a horse returning to his palace. He struck his head and lost consciousness but may recover according to earlier dispatches.
Washington report states Secretary of War orders court-martial of Maj. Charles W. Penrose and Capt. Edgar A. Macklin of the Twenty-fifth Infantry for failure to suppress the Brownsville riot.
Female suffragists again attempted a meeting near the house of commons. Five women and one man were arrested after a tense clash with police.
St Paul narrative says Cummings Commission, a major brokerage house in St Paul and Minneapolis, suspended business Thursday due to a drop in activity. The notice cites a sharp fall in trading volume and client withdrawals impacting operations.
The Interstate Commerce Commission sent telegrams to western and northwestern railroad presidents urging immediate action to relieve car shortages and delays in transporting coal and other essentials, as households face hardships and freezing in several regions.
Jeremiah Curtin, noted linguist and translator of Polish novels, died Friday in Bristol Vermont at age 66 from Brights disease. Harvard graduate of 1863, he served as secretary to the US legation in Russia and later acting consul there. He worked for the Smithsonian and translated Henry Sienkiewicz. He had lived in Washington and Bristol in recent years.
A Hawaii report claiming two fully officered Japanese regiments were in Honolulu disguised as laborers was denied by Washington officials. Acting Secretary Bacon and Secretary Taft said they had heard nothing of the claim, and the Japanese legation dismissed it.
Stockholm reports King Oscar rested well on Friday sleeping four hours. His temperature and heart action improved. A Christmas tree was brought to his sick room and gifts were distributed as he said he did not wish to miss his last Christmas pleasure.
Eleven people nine men and two women were injured Friday when 10 000 pounds of powder being moved in cars to the mine powder house exploded.
Standard Oil announced it would raise wages by ten percent for all employees earning under $100 a month, effective January 1. The move affects a broad workforce at facilities across the company.
Denver physician Dr. James D. Eggleston was sentenced to ten years in prison and fined 1500 dollars after conviction for counterfeiting and making photographic negatives of a ten dollar bill.
Mrs Angle Birdsong was found guilty on manslaughter charges for killing Dr. Thomas Butler in Hazelhurst Mississippi. Jurors recommended mercy of the court with a minimum penalty of a $500 fine.
Matthew Preister Lyons county supervisor killed himself in his barn on the day he faced 33 charges of forgery embezzlement and larceny of road funds. Officials say financial pressure and failed bonds contributed to the tragedy as his wife discovered the scene after finding blood in the haymow.
Tom Hallinan of near Pioneer is found dead after a night of heavy drinking. He drove his barefooted family from the house and attacked two neighbor boys during an epileptic seizure. The coroner’s jury rules death due to an epileptic fit.
Judge Church quashed indictments against F. E. Snyder the Olin banker after supervisors failed to certify grand jury lists. Snyder was released on bonds and slated for a new grand jury. Four other defendants were discharged and the trial jury invalidated. depositor losses cited at about $100,000 after the bank failure.
John Frenry Hart, a Creston man, was found dead near a Baptist church ten miles northeast of Corn ing. The coroner s jury ruled the death accidental with no clear cause, noting a single right eye mark. Hart faced domestic trouble but not severe enough for suicide. about 100 dollars was said to be on him, with 45 found.
The retired Presbyterian minister Rev. R. C. Young was found dead in his rooms above a bakery on Hight Street. Mrs. Eddy discovered the body after calling for a rent receipt and noting the coat on the wall. The coroner said death was due to heart disease and no inquest was needed.
William Hatfield died in a fire that started when a lantern exploded during a cards game in the basement of Playman and Fasternon's hardware store. Hatfield, reportedly intoxicated, reentered to find him dead. a coroner's inquest ruled death by suffocation. The blaze damaged the stove stock. Hatfield leaves a wife and several children.
A Milwaukee Road local freight struck a skating party of twelve near Rathbun on the Charlton river bridge early today. Miss Ethel Hockins, 18, died. Fred Workman, about 20, and Mabel Herne were seriously injured with Workman in grave condition. The engineer did not see the group in the dark and the wreck occurred as the train crossed the bridge.
Sioux City reports a Missouri river project seeks to prevent Lakeport township Woodbury county from crossing to Nebraska by altering the river’s course. The issue centers on jurisdiction and local boundary changes tied to the river.
The United States government ordered James B Quinn to draft immediate plans to dig a new channel in the upper Missouri river as the stream nears the Sandhill lake bed. If the river reaches the lake, three-fourths of Lakeport township would become an island on the Nebraska side, risking thousands in Salix Iowa and prompting a petition to the War Department through Congressman Hubbard for approval to dig the channel.
A five story building and three story annex on the Missouri riverfront burned from 6:30 PM to about 9 PM. The stock losses totaled around 165000 with 90000 tied to other companies and 15000 on the building. insurance coverage is uncertain but not to exceed fifty percent. The blaze destroyed machinery wagons pumps and a double deck of buggies on the second floor.
Two Muscatine youths William Pallicheck and William Kern drowned when the ice at Bonner's pond gave way. Pallicheck escaped briefly while a bystander rescued Kern, and the two bodies were recovered from ten feet of water within the city limits.
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