02 Feb 1899
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1899
Page
1
State Senator F. E. Malloy of Dubuque died of consumption last Tuesday. The note observes the demise of Chairman Hancock's two day convention plan and notes the end of The Daily Telegram of Maquoketa, underscoring that a daily paper cannot survive in a weekly town.
William A. Clark led the field among U S Senate candidates and won last Saturday. In Iowa a future scramble may involve Hon J P Dolliver of Fort Dodge. The text upholds A B Grant’s legacy, noting a bribe to gain office would have damaged his fame and that of his son.
O. E. Crane of Central City has purchased the Springville New Era from A. L. Flude and assumed possession February 1. The note expresses trust Crane will maintain the high standard set by Flude. The army bill passed the House last Tuesday 168 to 125 after a heated debate.
Iowa legislator Major Lacey urges creation of a lieutenant general office while opposing General Miles for the honor. E. E. Taylor, publisher of the Tracer Star Clipper, defeats State Insurance Co of Des Moines for $3,000 plus $1,000 interest and costs over a fire loss at his plant.
The Wyoming Journal questions why few farmers attend the county institute. It suggests farmers can gain much from inexpensive agricultural periodicals and notes farmers using the institute edition from the Iowa Homestead to gain institute-like benefits at home.
The Iowa State Register criticizes the behavior of young girls following strangers and men of questionable character. It urges parents to enforce modesty and propriety with old-fashioned discipline, noting fourteen to sixteen year olds wandering downtown.
The Manchester group sold its business to the Chicago Life Association of Des Moines and will retire. Max Beehler, longtime active manager, becomes special examiner for building and loan insurance departments in the state auditor's office. Otto Bees of Oxford Junction was injured when a rifle discharged accidentally in the woods last week, the ball striking his left wrist.
Messrs. O. J. Ottsen of Oxford Junction and J. Bluth of Hale have formed a partnership to operate a general store at Onslow.
W A Van Nice, once linked to borrowing a teacher’s watch to miss a train for marriage, was detained in Wisconsin after posing as a revenue collector. His upcoming court date promises a stern challenge as authorities pursue the case.
The Iowa congressional delegation features Dolliver Cousins Hepburn Henderson as standout speakers. Dolliver and Cousins rival for top honors in oratory, Henderson uniquely champions soldiers, while Hepburn delivers incisive, applause–worthy debates. Hull and Licey also show solid debater performances, making Iowa one of Congress’s strongest groups.
In a Cedar Rapids Republican piece the state pres is nearly united in condemning a prison paper that uses space to beguile readers with sympathy for convicted criminals who prey on women. The author argues prison publications should focus on news and restraint.
Stanwood is torn over a revival incident at the M E church where a young woman asked for prayers to lead a better life. A church committee asked her not to attend future meetings triggering criticism and debate on scriptural interpretation and inclusivity.
William Leonard delivered 15 hogs averaging 486 pounds to T W Williams, with one at 610 pounds, the season’s heaviest average. P J Kurt sold 24 hogs averaging 4464 pounds and shoats at 269 pounds. Miss Kate Murray wed Mr Frank McDonough at Farley. Lizzie Garrity attended. Cascade bank directors elected W Lattner president and B Lattner vice president. new bank at Dando drug store site planned opening March 1. John Lauser Sr. died at age 90 after a long life in Cascade. born in Alsace Luxemburg.
Yesterday morning Joshua Grindrod suffered an abrupt paralysis while at breakfast. He has worsened to a stupor at home with little hope of recovery, a sad development for his many friends and acquaintances in the Wyoming Journal region.
The speaker argues the policy promoting three saloons harms business and public morals. He cites lost local commerce, depressed wages, and unsafe social costs, urging business leaders and citizens to reject saloon expansion and seek public welfare.
The county farmers institute struggles with scarce attendance but remains essential for education and local farming questions. Its social and women’s programs add value, and president-elect Frank Henderson aims to broaden features with member support to improve the institute beyond prior years.
John Ohe of the 3rd Nebraska writes his brother Ben about voyage from Savannah to Havana on New Year 1899, daily life in camp, weather, tents, fortifications, scarce food, Cuban children asking for aid, and hope to return home. The other letter from John Bajasch to his sister is noted but not quoted in full.
In a letter from Havana to Anamosa Iowa a soldier of Co K 49th Iowa regiments says he enjoyed the Cuba trip and would not have skipped it for money. He mentions plans to join friends in Havana and Mariana nine miles from the Cuban capital. He cites county expenses for the poor farm dropping from 1894 to 1895 and again to the latest year, reflecting economic shifts. Anamosa Eureka.
A record of numerous state cases and guardianship items presented at the January session. Names include John Neville John Kiburz Bert Nevillo John White Henry Laudmaan Cinranco Patternon Joe Virden Pat Welch and others with associated witnesses and constables. Amounts show various fees and costs totaling several dollars.
The writer recalls a Cuba trip from a camp near Havana to a gruesome cemetery. They describe seven corpses awaiting burial, the Maine disaster grave with 156 men in one 20 by 25 foot trench, and a monumental fireman's tomb costing two million dollars. Delinquent graves are opened after five years, bones dumped on a bone pile with a thousand skulls visible, a disturbing scene the writer found shocking.
A series of property transfers are listed, detailing buyers and sellers such as W H Sanford, Frank Fisher, J W Newman, and others. Transactions span sections in Wyoming and Jackson counties with parcels in Monticello Oxford Junction and Scotch Grove, including lots, subdivisions, and undivided interests.
Wallace announces his new Clover Rooming, a compact, well printed simul book summarizing twenty years of clover growing experience for forage seed and utility. Clark Carter of Tengleworth HL suffered a home fire weeks ago but illness in law protects the family from noting the event. Thomas Kingsley plans a barn telephone to summon his trained horses to the store.
The article traces the fife from early France in 1634 to its use in English and Swiss military bands. It cites Francia I orders, Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice reference, and remarks by Sir James Turner on fife pay and popularity during the reign of James II.
A 362 by 100 by 66 foot palmhouse protects tender palms and ferns with glass and heat. A spiral staircase leads to a high viewing room where exotic greenery creates a fairyland like scene, praised as a midsummer night dream by George E Walsh in Lippincott's.
A playful exchange shows Johnny and his mother debating study habits. Johnny notes Tommy Smart values school and hints he fears brain trouble if not studying, while Mamma probes Tommy’s condition amid classroom comparisons.
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