24 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1914
Page
1
A company expands into furniture sales using a catalogue and illustrated photos to misrepresent cheap wood as solid mahogany and oak. Engravers alter pictures to enlarge chair legs and beds, while descriptions claim genuine materials and accurate measurements. The scheme targets country customers who trust the ads.
Opera star Mary Garden says singing before royalty bores her, recounting experiences with Edward and Alexandra, the Greek king, Windsor visits, and her reluctance to curtsy. she praises figures like Marconi but admits the English king’s court curtsy felt counter to her.
Mrs Twobbie hires a new maid despite doubts of incompetence and dishonesty. She plans to keep her a week to learn more about her predecessor Mrs Wasserby, fearing theft but hoping to investigate if she is robbed.
A cautionary note advises a woman seeking marriage to avoid appearing more intelligent than the man she hopes to rely on for support. such behavior could deter him from paying her board.
A brief quote shows Uncle Eben advising that regardless of a man, he should be encouraged to attend church. He believes church attendance can keep him from mischief for a few hours weekly.
Near Berry au Bac two French officers recount a late night stop at a wayside inn behind the front. A wounded adjutant, a gay lieutenant, and the innkeeper’s fear of arrest frame tales of resumed civilian life and nightly meetings with wives and families as they pass through town.
Dunkirk residents honor Marquis the Twenty third French infantry dispatch dog killed after delivering a vital order under German fire. He reached the objective before being struck and dragged himself back to the officer's position before dying. Comrades raise a fund for a monument reading Marquis Killed on the Field of Honor.
London reports the Distinguished Service Order awarded to 59 officers across arms including Lieutenants and Second Lieutenants. Notable recipient Lord Alastair Robert Innes Ker of the Royal Horse Guards earned the honor for conspicuous courage at Kruiseik, rescuing wounded men under heavy fire. he has recently been wounded in action.
London reports that Mrs. Pienaar of Winburg Union of South Africa became a real life Barbara Frietchie when General De Wet seized the town. She picked up the British flag from the courthouse steps, wrapped it about her waist and warned the rebels that she would not surrender the banner until decent people could restore it.
Dispatches claim Mrs Pienaar was cursed by rebels though no offer of molestation was made. The message focuses on alleged curses rather than assault proposals and notes uncertainties in the account.
British soldiers rest in a camp along the Belgian French frontier awaiting orders to advance to the firing line. The image captures quiet tents and soldiers in uniform preparing for deployment amid war tensions.
Vienna reports the wife of a lieutenant who followed his unit into the field and trenches is awarded the cross of the Francis Joseph order for conspicuous bravery. The act honors her courage shown alongside her husband in combat.
A brief dialogue notes a man’s hustling nature and anticipation. A veteran observer recalls he used to be a newsboy and jokes that he once sold six o’clock editions at noon. The exchange hints at quick wit and street-smart training.
An excerpt from Field recounts a yearlong walk from Innsbruck through Landeck to the Stelvio pass and back to Welschaofen. The writer praises Tyrolean peasants for their honesty yet notes curious sights such as cross markers for winter deaths and a hotel lock joke about the “honorable heir” and his Frau. The piece reflects on simple mountain life and surprising occurrences in European travel.
At Windsor a state banquet table displays a dazzling gold collection including two three foot high gold dogs and a scent fountain with Arab figures water ing their horses. Buckingham palace plates weigh eight tons with an estimated 15 million dollars, used on historic occasions. The collection spans the Georges era and features a diamond studded peacock as the centerpiece. Cut glass ivory decanters and ancient wines accompany the feasts.
The article notes ordinary prisoners in Portugal often face accessible cells near highways where they may beg from passers by and tourists. In other cases prisoners use strings to lower coins or tins to collect alms, including a Porto prison by a church where a dangling receptacle remains visible to churchgoers.
An Irish charwoman on a New York skyscraper recounts a terrifying storm experience. She hid in a coat closet for two hours with only her breath for ventilation while the thunder raged and others had left.
The piece argues that example is the strongest instructor guiding mankind, surpassing words. It notes precept invites direction but silent, steady habits and living example carry people forward, outweighing good advice without action. Smiles accompany the reflection.
The passage argues that Spaniards were followed by Dutch, French, and English settlers, who all left their imprint on our institutions, with English influence predominating. It dismisses the notion that Italy introduced civilization to the country and notes near equal Dutch and English impact.
The Klondike products are shipped mainly to this country where the Canadian government imposes a 216 percent export duty. The note highlights a heavy tax burden on early gold rush era exports and its impact on trade.
Five blessings stem from fellowship with God including assured personal salvation and bold prayer. Believers have eternal life through faith in Jesus and may receive the Holy Spirit’s testimony, along with confident intercession for others. Victory over sin comes from Christ dwelling within, while knowing God confirms faith beyond doubt.
The line presents a personal reflection attributed to George MacDonald about divine origin and a rejection of mortality gaps, framing a spiritual stance rather than a news event or reportable item. No verifiable context or additional details are provided.
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