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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1899
Page
2
The Express notes two American dailies in Manila preparing to outdo each other in county printing. Gen Wood's wife organizes a Santiago society to prevent cruelty to animals. Bullfights were once fashionable nearby. Wanamaker's stores earned about $1,000,000 last year, attributed to heavy newspaper advertising.
In 1898 twenty three donors contributed a total of 11 176 000 dollars to public institutions with sums over 100 000 dollars included. The United States holds the top position in this form of philanthropy as an American distinction.
Mark Twain offers a humorous European column opposing war. He quips that the czar supports disarmament and he agrees, asserting that there should be no difficulty persuading the rest of the world. The tone blends wit with pacifist stance.
In a wry proposal the editor vows a ten column story for a load of groceries and to publish farmer subscribers obituaries at the rate of six laying hens per column, reflecting playful local newspaper humor.
The passage notes that four interior secretaries originated from St. Louis, listing Carl Schurz under Hayes, John W. Noble under Harrison, David R. Francis under Cleveland, and Ethan Allen Hitchcock under McKinley, highlighting a regional pattern in presidential appointments.
A historical note states Massachusetts will execute convicted murderers by electricity with no announced time. It asserts executions will be kept secret from press reports to avoid public knowledge of any bungling.
A New York newspaper offered $1000 at the start of 1898 for the most correct predictions of the year. A man won by foretelling a successful war with Spain a Republican New York governor and an annexation bill for Hawaii.
The University of Pennsylvania will construct a $60,000 memorial tower honoring undergraduates and alumni who served in the Spanish American War. The project lauds the army as unprecedented in its ranks of college graduates, combining education with military prowess.
A new member suggests limiting Massachusetts General Assembly debates to state affairs and leaving national matters to others. The idea is likely to be tabled, with the argument that the broader country is not ready for such a shift in self government.
In 1898 Uncle Sam printed about 2.5 billion two cent stamps. If laid in a line they would circle the world and extend beyond, a sign that Americans are a reading writing and thinking people of remarkable extent.
A United States senator urges a second commission to inspect war conduct and hints he fears the first report. He insists on full, painful facts, noting Dewey’s May 1 position eight miles from shore and criticizing any easy Manila goal.
A sailor who joined at the war's start sought discharge. After officials argued over grounds, Secretary Long quipped to discharge him because it rained yesterday, and the sailor left the navy.
The protester denounces the annual slaughter of Christmas trees and condemns the wasteful celebration. He asserts that over 20 million trees were cut last year and sold, arguing the practice harms the welfare of millions yet unborn. He calls for reconsideration of the holiday custom.
In 1898 the peanut yield reached 4,000,000 bushels amid soaring foreign trade and railway earnings. Of the 3,625,037 bushels consumed that year, all but 37 were used in circus tents. Sumter county officials announce peanuts will be free at board meetings as a lighthearted note for office-holders elsewhere.
A Boston bank detected an effort to convert a $1 silver certificate to $5. The bill showed 27 alterations on the face and 14 on the back, with only numerals and the word one changed. Erasures removed ones, then "Va" was pasted in with fine tissue paper, costing about $10 in labor for the swindle.
Recap of the week's foreign dispatches and Congress actions. Senate debated expansion and ratification of the peace treaty, with Money of Mississippi and Daniel of Virginia opposing. House members faced filibusters over relief bills while Congress studied military and Cuban war pensions. A 1901 San Francisco exposition and several sensational crimes also surfaced.
The president received Gen Eagan court martial record for final review. GOP caucus in Congress abandons financial legislation. Gomez thanked for Cuba pacification efforts. January coinage totaled 19 705 590 dollars with 18 032 000 in gold 1 642 000 in silver 31 590 in minor coins. Col James A Sexton former Chicago G A R chief and ex postmaster died in Washington aged 55. Cabinet orders Otis to finish insurgent defeat in the Philippines. Filipinos envoy Agoncillo fled to Canada. 24 leading citizens including Cleveland Wilson Schurz Carlisle urged senators to keep annexation decisions with Philippines and Porto Rico to their people.
The Wyoming ranges suffered mass losses as a severe blizzard killed thousands of cattle and sheep. In the US, 224 business failures occurred in the week ending the 3d, with major stock exchanges posting totals around two trillion dollars. A Philadelphia bakery fire caused a half million dollar loss, a Riverton fatal wagon-train crash killed six, soap firms band together in a $50 million capital combine, and New York burlesque star Alice Atherton died at 37 from pneumonia.
A cyclone wrecked Dale Alabama killing three and injuring twenty. Executions occurred in Kentucky and Mobile Alabama while Alaska clashed with a marshal and posse. Deaths included 112 year old James Edwards in Illinois and Porter Warner in South Dakota. A nationwide flag pledge for Alabama schools and other disasters such as lightning in Maryland and fires in Ohio and Illinois are noted.
Foreign intelligence reports a blaze in Nagyprobroez destroying 300 houses and claiming many lives. Insurgent attacks on Manila fail after sharp combat. 20 Americans killed, 175 wounded while Dewey’s ships shell Filipino ranks. Gen Otis telegraphs Manila’s city quiet again.
The U S senate ratified the peace treaty by 57 to 27 with one vote beyond two thirds. The house passed the census bill and bills extending anti-contract labor laws on Hawaii and creating a Vicksburg battlefield national park. A presidential appointment for Gen Wheeler was proposed along with a constitutional amendment on treaty ratification. Other items include German retaliation talk, counterfeiting arrests in New York, Caprivi’s death, a Grand Trunk collision at Imlay City, grain stocks, American Car & Foundry formation, Tennessee River flooding, and Cuba and Manila war casualties.
Dr. Carl Peters begins another Africa tour. Queen Victoria plans a March trip to France for six weeks. The Reichstag passes a read of the anti Jesuit repeal. Joel Chandler Harris hailed as wealthiest U S newspaper writer. Five boys ages 12 to 16 arrested in San Francisco for train wreck plot. Lewis A Trexlera dies in Wichita before signing mortgage. Dr Hitt of India notes 532 leprosy cases in the U S ten in Chicago. Empress of Japan sails from Vancouver with over one million beer bottles for the Philippines. New treasury rule requires detailed declarations by American tourists returning home. Fred Hess Jr awarded 1200 after suit against San Francisco Typographical Union. Judge Ross funds Dart‑mouth via roadside school teaching. Dr James R Cocke Boston famed physician is blind yet a top surgeon. Mrs John Krebs Junction City sentenced to ten years hard labor in Kansas penitentiary. Mynah parrot valued at 10 000 dies in New York. pet of singer Emma Thursby.
The Senate ratified the Paris peace treaty with Spain by 57 ayes to 27 nays in executive session, one vote over the required two thirds. McLaurin and McEnery supported ratification after Manila hostilities, Jones of Nevada defended the move as necessary. McEnery announced his own support.
In Montreal on Feb 7, Filipino envoy Agoncillo and his secretary Martin arrived to receive news by cable, noting Manila censorship and limited mail. He said fighting began suddenly, blamed US actions for provoking revolt, and said he would return to Washington to continue his mission. Secret service men reportedly shadowed them as they gathered and shredded documents.
In Imlay City Michigan a westbound Chicago and Grand Trunk passenger train No 1 crashed into an eastbound No 6 while at the station. Fatalities include Engineer Fairbanks and mail clerks Edward Reid Thomas Stuart. Injured include Engineer Mahan Burns Ripley White and Charles Stambaugh with broken bones and bruises.
The body of Col. James A. Sexton arrived from Washington, accompanied by Mrs. Sexton and her son William. Grand Army members met the transport, and the funeral, under Grand Army auspices, is set for Wednesday with viewing at Memorial Hall before cremation and internment at Graceland Cemetery.
Neillsville Wisconsin February 7 John Shafer and John H Spengler owners of a general store at Dorchester and running a private bank under an assignment were arrested Monday on charges of taking deposits after knowing the bank was insolvent. Deposits totaled about 15000 with assets estimated under 5000.
To Remember the Maine committee met in Havana to honor victims by placing a flag and wreaths on the 147 graves and adorn the wreck with numerous floral wreaths.
A public petition signed by 24 prominent Americans urges the Senate to modify the Spain treaty to bar annexation of the Philippines and Puerto Rico and to prevent granting citizenship to their inhabitants without free consent. Signers include Adams, Carnegie, Gompers, Schurz, Eliot, and Potter. The letter argues gegen immediate annexation, warns of extraterritorial sovereignty, and calls for independence or self-government for the islands.
New York reported burlesque star Alice Atherton died in the city following a week long illness from pneumonia. She was known for stage performances across burlesque venues and tv appearances.
An advertisement proclaims Hood's Sarsaparilla as the healthiest choice, asserting greater cure rates and health benefits than any other medicine. It credits a unique preparation and asserts its superior efficacy in treating disease and sickness.
The Louisville Air Line launches a season long sleeping car service to Jacksonville Florida in partnership with the Southern Railway Queen & Crescent Route and Florida and Central Peninsular railroad. Passengers travel via Louisville Lexington Chattanooga Atlanta Macon with Asheville North Carolina shown as a year round resort gateway. R A Campbell General Passenger Agent St Louis Missouri invites correspondence for information.
A western newspaper notes a tornado hit a train with only the baggage man uninjured. The report suggests the baggage handler may have saved others by quick action amid the wreck.
Low Rate Winter Tourist Tickets are on sale via the Mobile and Ohio Railroad to Mobile New Orleans Gulf Coast Points Jacksonville Tampa Port Tampa Havana and all Southern and Southeastern Winter Tourist points. Through Pullman Palace Sleeping Cars elegant wide vestibulated trains Pintsch lighting heated by steam direct from the engine finest equipment in the South. Addresses F L Harris 420 Olive St St Louis MO Chas Rudolph 351 Marquette Bldg Chicago EB Posey G P A Mobile AL.
The notice promotes winter trips via the Louisville and Nashville Railroad to Gulf Coast Florida California and the West Indies. It invites readers to contact C P Atmore for folders about Florida or the Gulf Coast. Also reports Jacob Litt’s Sporting Life opens at McVicker's Chicago Feb 19 and will lead to The Club's Baby in spring.
Anase opens February 23 at Crescent Hotel Eureka Springs in the Ozark Mountains offering delightful climate and scenery. The hotel advertises unequaled medicinal waters and cheap excursion rates with through sleepers via Frisco Line. Address J. O. Plank Manager Arcade Century Building or Frisco Ticket Office 101 N Broadway St. Louis Mo.
Land and prospecting tour tickets announced for Kentucky Tennessee Mississippi and Alabama with several days each month. Thousands of acres available along the Mobile and Ohio Railroad via Alabama Land development Company Mobile Alabama F L Harris 420 Olive Street St Louis MO Charles Rudolph 351 Marquette Building Chicago E E Posey G P A Mobile Alabama.
The C H & D Railroad announces a special Mardi Gras rate of one fare for a round trip to New Orleans and Mobile February 7th to 14th and Birmingham February 13th and 14th. Tickets valid going February 6th to 13th and returning through February 28th. Inquiries to local ticket agents or D G Edwards P T M Cincinnati Ohio.
Two fully equipped trains depart Chicanos daily via Wisconsin Central Lines serving St Paul Minneapolis Ashland and Duluth. Complete information available from nearest ticket agent Jas C Pond Genl Pass Agent Milwaukee. A war drama on stage features no investigating commission, notes the Atchison Globe.
An Atchison Globe advertisement warns coughs lead to consumption and promotes Kemp's Balsam as a quick remedy. It urges readers to visit a druggist for a free sample bottle, with large bottles priced at 25 and 56 cents, and cautions that delays are dangerous.
A. T. Goodwyn of Alabama endorses Pe-ru-na from Pe-ru-na Drug Manufacturing Co. of Columbus Ohio after rapid relief from catarrh. The letter praises the remedy as a national cure and urges readers to request a free book from Dr Hartman in Columbus Ohio.
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