25 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1902
Page
1
Roosevelt considered acting as judge between Venezuela and allied powers, opposing Hay and Senate leaders who warn against the move. The president hopes to avert war by asserting an impulse led role in diplomacy.
The Washington Iowa Press and Marion Register discuss sidewalk upkeep noting that state statutes and supreme court decisions already grant municipal corporations ownership and control of sidewalks. Cities may repair or build walks and assess adjoining property owners for costs, with expenses collected like taxes.
The discussion on saloons centers on prosecution of keepers for mulct law violations. Varying compliance with the mulct restrictions has sparked mixed opinions about licensing. Temperance advocates urge lawfulness while noting some saloon operators threaten reform, urging city councils to vet permits more carefully.
The piece argues over substituting Roosevelt's tariff remark in the Iowa idea plank with conservatives likely to settle the dispute. It notes extremists on both sides misrepresent the issue and predicts conservative resolution. It then shifts to Linn county teacher shortages, blaming low wages and underfunded districts for lack of qualified teachers.
A Christmas Day reflection urges charity and generosity as the season softens hearts and opens purses. It notes how the holiday loosens stinginess, inspires good will, and makes even hard hearts ashamed of meanness, while declaring it better to give than to receive.
Rev W E Van Buren of the Methodist Episcopal church cautions preachers and editors against dwelling on evil. He argues that public teaching should highlight goodness, charity, and mercy. While acknowledging the devil’s presence, he favors positive examples to inspire improvement.
In a 1878 House speech James A. Garfield urged reducing import tariffs to support American industry while keeping prices fair. The Iowa State Register notes Town Republicans adopt similar ideas on tariff revision and asks which Republicans have changed over the past twenty-five years.
From the Iowa Capitol the Marshalltown Times Republican editor says tariff talks show an attack on Governor Cummins. The piece argues no true Republican would oppose the governor’s renomination and that the governor’s broad view invites debate rather than personal attacks.
Balzac is praised as the supreme analyst of love and marriage with quotes on women and matrimony. The Hopkinton creamery reports a 1.08 payout for 4 percent milk last month and a one cent per tub contribution for next year to fund the oleomargarine fight, per the Hopkinton Leader.
The Eastern Iowa Buttermakers association plans its next meeting in Monticello in January. Efforts seek to align the Jones Co Farmers Institute meeting in Monticello with the butter makers event to boost farmer attendance.
John Shover bought 120 acres in Hazel Green township from Neil Sullivan for 66 dollars per acre. Transaction occurred early in the week, as reported by Ryan Reporter.
A short neighborhood news item highlights local happenings and community notices. Readers are urged to check community boards and bulletins for upcoming events and service changes affecting residents.
Reappointments and losses dominate the brief notices. Postmaster W. B. Boyd is reappointed in Cedar Rapids while Julius Lischer, Scott County’s attorney, is reported dead. Senator E M Sargent is seriously ill in Grundy Center. Alois Galfer sues Mary Pauley in Dubuque for 5000 over breach of promise. Mrs. Patterson dies at Anamosa after a year illness, survived by husband and one son.
A historical verse noting a mother's labor on the road with pick and pack while feeding a family. It portrays hardship and the sole wage of a child’s kiss at night and a warm smile by candlelight as the reward. Margaret 10. Sangster.
Chas Richardson of Dubuque bought 185 Angora gents from the late Judson Lawrence estate and they were shipped today. W J Mills county auditor elect planned Jan 5 entry. his family may use Mrs Brackenbrack’s residence. James H Abel to remain in the office. Telephone office records show three days of heavy connections. operators Miss Katherine Lorden and Dora Finnegan. Last school census drops 7 000 despite a new compulsory attendance law. state superintendent cites census methods as a major factor.
A long running health tonic advert extols Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil as a universal aid for consumptives, children, and the elderly. It claims the product builds flesh and blood, with endorsements of travel heritage and broad age appeal. Scott & Bowne, New York chemists, offer 60c and 1.00 bottles through druggists.
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