24 Feb 1898
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1898
Page
1
Tama county's Representative Jackson aspires to be the Democratic nominee for Congress in the district. Senator Ellison's habitual criminal act is recommended for passage by the judiciary committee and will proceed through the legislature in the normal course of business.
A Des Moines jury awarded Dasse Sanders $1500 against James O Callaghan for dog bite damages. Iowa law holds dog owners liable for all damages caused by their dogs.
The minority party caucus in the Iowa state legislature defeated a proposed manufacturing bill, declaring by a 20 to 12 vote that the liquor question is no longer a partisan political issue. The decision means the bill will not be advanced as a party measure despite its prior consideration.
The Iowa Capital fears the pure food bill may affect long standing patent medicines on shelves. It questions Herron of Town College on Christian property ownership and notes Perkins of the Eleventh district seeking renomination after four terms.
Iowa teachers oppose the Ray bill for state uniformity in school textbooks. They warn the measure would allow contracts to the lowest bidder regardless of quality, risking inferior textbooks in towns if passed.
The text notes Congressman Cousins and seventeen Republicans voted against the bankruptcy bill’s vicious features while others supported it. It recalls earlier concerns about allowing rapid merchants to push debtors into involuntary bankruptcy. Despite the House passage, Cousins Dolliver Lacy and Hepburn from Iowa reportedly backed constituents’ interests.
The Vinton Eagle says Des Moines should embrace an interstate exposition project. It fears disappointment if Des Moines cannot sustain the state fair without state aid every few years, implying limited capacity for broader exhibitions.
Dispatch from Waterloo reports Uncle Horace Boies will not seek the congressional seat this fall and would face Col. Henderson in a political contest. Henderson has defeated many opponents, with supporters claiming he thrives on tight battles against strong rivals.
A claim arises regarding an explosion involving a torpedo under Senator Billy Mason. The source notes no official confirmation and frames the report as a disputed event needing verification.
The article notes Judge Lot Thomas of Storm Lake plans to run for Congress in Iowa’s Eleventh District to replace George D. Perkins. It also mentions editorials on Uncle Horace Boies and Spain’s responsibility inquiry into the Maine disaster.
The measure in New Jersey proposes a tax on bachelors but would set the rate at 20 dollars. It argues bachelors with no families should contribute to state expenses. The bill exempts those who can prove a serious marriage proposal and refusal. otherwise the tax falls on the woman who refused if she is found.
Cedar Rapids Record publisher Ernest Sherman defeats Bull in a libel suit over an article denouncing a
Frances Willard, longtime president of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union, dies leaving a weakened movement. Her life centered on temperance reform, her dedication praised as unmatched by any woman with family duties. Her influence, refined and steadfast, will guide successors and sustain the cause.
President McKinley nominated Minard Lozier for Mt Vernon postmaster without Congressman Cousins input to satisfy a father’s army-backed request. Lozier failed to win a majority among republican patrons after a canvass, facing withdrawal and a possible appointment of someone recommended by the congressman who aligns with patrons.
Hon Frank F Merriam of Hopkinton announces candidacy for Iowa state auditor to succeed C G McCarthy He is a Delaware county representative with three assembly terms and chairs the appropriation committee He born Hopkinton 32 and is Lenox college graduate Also notes Maine warship incident and media sensationalism with Governor Shaw cited for restraint in military matter
The Burlington Hawkeye notes Judge Thornton’s view that Iowa’s collateral inheritance tax interpretation differs from the Illinois case awaiting the U.S. Supreme Court. Iowa’s statute is challenged for denying heirs notice of appraisal and tax, a due process issue, while Illinois provides notice but faces equal treatment concerns between direct and collateral heirs.
Gov Shaw announces the state wide oil inspection team under the health board. Inspectors are appointed per district with pay limited to 100 dollars monthly. Listed inspectors include Hugh H Pickell Des Moines Louis Weinstein Burlington Adam Crawshaw Clinton and others across fourteen districts.
The investigating committee and divers work to determine the explosion cause aboard The Maine. Rumors persist about the ship being wrecked by an outside force, with officials keeping results secret and awaiting a fuller report likely in a week or more.
Governor Shaw will speak at Clinton on Decoration Day. The column notes various Iowa events including C W Williams returning to Independence to reestablish training stables, and multiple local incidents such as fires, injuries, and legal rulings across Dubuque Vinton Clinton and neighboring towns.
Sam Jones mocks society women and bicycles in a revival address, contrasting domestic life with social performance. He likens society women to nuisances and objects, urging modest attire and critiquing ball room fashion with sharp humor.
John Buol directed all hands to clear roads last Saturday due to impassable conditions. In a letter to his wife John Webber at Excelsior Spring Missouri says he is improving and hopes to return home in about a week.
The Springville Commercial Club inaugurated Market Day and Central City soon followed. Farmers benefit from shared events as both towns report cordial relations and helpful exchanges. Last week Central City requested guidance on Market Day, and Springville readily supplied information.
An effort is underway to obtain a $1000 state contribution for Linnie Hague a deaf and blind girl from Iowa. The fund follows interest shown by Mr Murphy and other benevolent residents recognizing her progress.
Joseph P Elliott of Evansville Indiana has just been admitted to the bar. He is described as a promising youth of 83.
On February 22 1808 the 60th wedding anniversary of Rev Ashner Bronson was celebrated by about forty attendees in the community. A committee issued invitations via a public card praising his life and influence in the town. The piece notes public regard for the Bronsons and the custom of public notices.
Oxford Mirror News reports that W F F Krueger has not bought the Hotel Tremain at Rolfe and has no plan to leave the area. A Monticeno Express item had claimed a sale, but the paper says the report is unfounded and Krueger intends to keep the Corwin House in Eastern Iowa.
The Lenten season started yesterday and will run until Easter, which falls on April 10 this year.
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