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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1898
Page
2
A sarcastic note in Iowa warns the Alaska bloomers plan to attract miners away from good claims. A western paper mocks a demise as a bandit who seized silver and retired. Reports of stomach amputations spark debate on the stomach being essential. A Chicago policeman halts a reckless driver who then abandons his car and stock.
An expert fooling a local crowd used a sound making device attached to wires to imitate burglar alarm noises. If this hidden instrument could be used on a boarding house piano, it suggests a potential millions in profits from similar musical deception.
A gluttonous competitor in Chicago captured the championship belt after consuming 84 eggs within 20 minutes. The feat proves the winner can now rest and recover for several days before any next challenge.
The New York Tribune criticizes Rhine wine sales noting that much of the product marketed as Rhine wine would "eat the lining out of a blast furnace" in about 20 minutes, highlighting dubious quality.
A dramatic note that the concert of Europe vanishes except along China's coast where musicians play solos in discordant keys. The author remarks the discordant sound equals or exceeds the disharmonies once heard in Greece. The piece uses a metaphorical critique of cultural or diplomatic harmony.
Captain Ray argues that public resolve alone cannot curb the Klondike rush, suggesting stronger force and troop presence may be required to deter the gold seekers.
A New Jersey bill proposing a two dollar annual tax on bachelors was sent to the committee of lunatic asylum. The author concedes a possible error in estimating bachelorhood’s value.
Gov Morrill of Kansas aimed to plant the world’s largest orchard. He has turned over his farm to a new owner with the condition that 65,000 fruit trees, mostly apples, be planted as a lasting tribute.
The English foreign office debates dog muzzling policy as a major issue. Kentucky faces a canine tax challenge while readers note the need for strong teams of brindle pups to reach Klondike.
Health department figures place New York at 3 405 899, while London tops 4 049 000 from the 1894 census. New York is stated as 1 000 000 smaller than London and 1 060 000 larger than Paris, with Canton now credited as the largest city at 1 800 000.
A Paris letter notes about 150000 square feet will be allotted to American exhibits at the 1900 exposition, honoring Moses P Handy for his efforts. The government will prioritize key American skill displays. In Mormon news, the church is highly active in proselyting across states, with 200 elders reported in North Carolina aiding conversions to Utah.
New Jersey is far ahead of other states in road building due to farmers' enthusiasm for good roads. Until farmers share this zeal progress will lag. It is astonishing to see their indifference in many states though they most need solid country roads.
In New York, 23 Fortuny can vases sold at Stewart sale, bringing 122435 total and averaging 45753 each. one vase realized 42000. The piece values reflect high art prices as collectors show deep purses, with critics noting the stiff cost vs. the inexpensive materials.
Dr George Walte math of Hamburg Germany announces the long sought second moon of the earth. The claim excites astronomers who have pondered circular lunar spots and unknown planets as evidence. If true the finding will be confirmed later amid continued scrutiny.
At the top of the retired list is Rear Admiral Thomas O. Selfridge Sr. and at the bottom is his son Rear Admiral Thomas O. Selfridge Jr. The elder left active service in 1866, the younger recently. Between them sit 22 other retired rear admirals, with four more to be added this year by seniority in a notable father son succession.
The week covers Senate calls for immediate investigation into the Maine disaster in Havana and a House vote approving $150,000 for victims families. The Senate considers Cuban policy and the Maine raising plan. the bankruptcy bill passes the House 158 to 125.
The McKinley administration plans an immediate inquiry into the Maine explosion. A naval board heads to Havana to determine cause, with casualty figures around 246 to 269 and 125 bodies recovered. The United States rejects Spain's call for a joint inquiry, insisting the initial investigation be conducted by U.S. officials.
The Vizcaya, Spain's premier warship, reached New York with its ensign at half mast in mourning for the Maine disaster. In U S news, seven day business failures totaled 295 while exchange volumes reached 1 356 703 208, down from the prior week. Lillian A N Stevens to lead the National Christian Temperance Union replacing Frances Willard who received funeral rites in New York. William J Scanlan, famed Irish comedian and songwriter, died at 42 in White Plains. Four crewmen drowned when the barge Excelsior foundered off Cape Cod.
Reports from Colorado to Missouri, Illinois to New York note cattle losses from bad weather, counterfeits tied to Hibernia Bank, fires erase Iconium Missouri, a 60 day respite for Chris Merry, hangings in Decatur Texas and Blanch Alabama, a fatal rail accident in Hubbard Iowa, Cuban war end talk in Cincinnati, Rev Sam Jones gubernatorial bid in Georgia, NFL season start, a severe blizzard in four states, business leader Josiah Just dies, a fast Erie railroad record, ex congressman John J. ONeill dies, Luetgert case denial and life sentence in Chicago.
A fire gutted the post office and store in Runsberg Minnesota. Post master Olaf Kartunen who slept in the building perished in the blaze.
The Maine explosion in Havana harbor killed 258 crewmen of 354 total with 96 survivors, many wounded. Other items report a 200 fishermen and horses swept to sea by Arctic ice, Bulgarian persecutions in Macedonian villages, Spain's denial of De Lome letter reflections, Zola trial unrest in Paris, Woodford's assurances on Madrid incident closure, Montreal grocers Caverhill Hughes & Co. failing for 100000, and China opening inland waters to international steamer navigation.
The Senate passed a joint resolution funding $200000 for Maine recovery and discussed the twelfth census bill while Alaska government legislation was reported. The House reported the sundry civil bill with a large reduction. Night adjourned to the 23rd as 38 pension bills passed. News includes business failures, fires, gas deaths, and a Havana Maine inquiry with secrecy. McKinley plans to press Spain within 60 days to halt Cuba hostilities.
A hodgepodge of short notes: Fessenden North Dakota has 300 residents and four newspapers. a Jerusalem German church cost 200000. Britain claims 21 of 100 square miles globally. Louisville man 77 marries 17 year old. Bismarck marks 60th army entry anniversary on March 25.
The Spanish cruiser Vizcaya anchored off Tompkinsville S I after fog delayed entry to New York Harbor. Guards manned by navy yard tugs and police patrol boats to deter possible violence following the Maine disaster and fears of anti US sentiment among locals.
Lieut W C Neville takes 38 men on four hour watches to relieve guards aboard the tug Nina during the Vizcaya’s approach. Lieut Aaron Ward meets the Spanish commander aboard the Undine and delivers Admiral Bunce’s formalities as the cruiser anchors off Staten Island amid rain and fog.
Report states an explosion occurred in a magazine area but the interior items were undamaged. No injuries reported and authorities inspect the site for cause.
Washington February 21 The house approved the Henderson bankruptcy bill replacing the Nelson bill from last summer. It includes voluntary and involuntary features and is less drastic than the prior measure though the involuntary part lacked strong support. Final vote 33 in favor with 158 to 125 on the totals.
Kansas City feb 21 Arthur and Harry Wright brothers were acquitted of the murder of John Hess at Lees Summit. Jury took all night to reach a verdict after a sensational trial. The brothers, neighboring farmers, were accused of summoning Hess and quarreling before Arthur fired. Harry was charged as an accessory amid family feuds and a love rivalry over a girl.
Madison and Chicago dispatches report Secretary of State Casson calling judicial elections for April 5. An associate justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court will be chosen to replace Judge C Bardeen, and a fourth circuit judge will succeed N S Gilson who will not seek renomination. New trial denied in Luetvert case.
Washington reports January internal revenue collections totaling 12,335,927 dollars, up 1,184,596 from January 1897. For the seven months ending January 21, a decline of 5,990 dollars compared with the same period last year.
Frances Elizabeth Willard longtime president of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union died at the Hotel Empire in New York City after a three week illness. The renowned reformer was born in 1839 in Churchville New York and held leadership roles in education and international temperance movements. She shaped self government in schools and led campaigns for women’s temperance rights and protection laws across multiple states and organizations.
Gen Pellieux electrified the Zola trial on February 17 as he attacked handwriting expert testimony and cited Col Picquart’s possible involvement. The judge refused to summon Picquart and Pellieux defended the army amid calls of war. On February 19 Zola faced a hostile crowd outside the palace with police protecting his carriage amid arrests.
The first U S corn convention was called to order at the Great Northern hotel by B W Snow editor of the Orange Judd Farmer with about one hundred delegates. The aim is to further corn interests. F D Coburn elected permanent chairman, a prominent Kansas statistician. Twenty one states represented. Executive committee names Col Clark S Carr president Galesburg Ill John Cowrne vice president B W Snow secretary Andrew Langdon treasurer Buffalo.
Philadelphia voters chose William J. Roney republican for receiver of taxes by an estimated 25 000 majority over William H Rawn. David T Hart was elected republican mayor. Lancaster elected a democratic mayor by six votes and Harrisburg named a republican supervisor as Republicans swept state elections.
The Gazette reports the appointment of Count Cassini as ambassador to the United States replacing the ministerial post. The nomination was gazetted in St. Petersburg on February 18.
Very painful rheumatism kept her from moving. After taking four bottles of Hood's Sarsaparilla she is free from rheumatism. Mrs. Mary Auger, 454 Ninth St Red Wing Minnesota reports the relief and renewed mobility.
A young social climber at a magnate’s dinner mistakes a guest for a waiter after misreading a ribbon. He asks a well connected stranger to identify everyone, only to learn the man is the head waiter. The comic exchange captures the clash of manners and titles.
Double Daily Sleepers run between Nashville and Jacksonville via Chattanooga Atlanta Macon and Tifton. Buffet Sleeper operates St Louis to Charleston via Nashville Chattanooga Atlanta and Augusta. For rates to winter resorts and land seekers pamphlets contact Briard F Hill or J H Mittler. Immigration materials available from J B Killebrew at the Nashville Chamber of Commerce.
A Philadelphia Bulletin excerpt remarking that Miss Birdling is a cultivated singer and speaks excellent English, yet she is deemed not a great artist. The exchange highlights perceived limits in artistic greatness despite linguistic clarity.
Opportunities this month include Home-Seekers' Excursions on the first and third Tuesdays at about one fare round trip. Florida Chautauqua at DeFuniak Springs begins on the 14th with a splendid program and low rates. Mardi Gras events at Mobile and New Orleans occur on the 22nd with half-rate tickets. For details, contact C P Atmore or J K Ridgely.
A terse cartoon caption from Carson's Weekly shows a teacher scolding Tommy Smith for a geography lapse while a student mutters about a “conche” in the map of Europe. The joke hinges on mispronounced geography terms.
A railway system links Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Minnedata Ashland and Duluth under the Wisconsin Central Jimes. Before travel inquire about Fast and Elegantly Hauipad Trains leaving Chicago daily via the Wisconsin Central. Ticket agents provide complete information.
Free with ten cents in silver or stamps sent in a sealed cover. The latest serviceable library and office adjunct promoted by Geo. H Hallows of Chicago and Crescent Hotel Eureka Springs. Opens March 1st in the Ozark Mountains offering mild climate and scenic waters with excursion rates and through sleepers from St. Louis via the Frisco Line.
An illustrated promotional notice for land in the New South touts land at 3 to 5 dollars per acre with easy terms, good schools and churches, and mild climate. It advertises the three month subscription to the paper Land and a Living for ten cents in stamps, by W. C. Rinkarson, G P A, Queen & Crescent Route, Cincinnati.
MecVicker's Theater in Chicago presents the famous Liliputians in a new spectacle The Fair in Midget town with shows on Feb 27 and on Wednesday and Saturday matinees for two weeks Women remark on dressmakers as the Washington Democrat notes the fashion scrutiny.
The piece urges early care of physical development for girls becoming women and warns against neglect. It promotes contacting Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts for confidential medical guidance, encouraging frank details to receive effective help from a female adviser.
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