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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1905
Page
3
In this fashion note the dolman returns with long capes and airy gowns for evening wear. Describes white silk and emerald velvet capes, burn-onion cloth with fur trim, and the watteau train. Notes comfort robes like eiderdown wrappers and cashmere gowns, with emphasis on lace trim and accordion pleats in luxurious lines.
An allegorical dramatic tale recounts the rebellion of Archangel Satan against the Son in Heaven. Michael and Gabriel marshal heavenly hosts to defend the Palace as Satan’s forces surge, culminating in Satan’s fall into the abyss and the Father affirming the Son’s supreme will.
A fashion note discusses petticoats and underwear styles, urging durable fabrics and full fringes to suit next season. It compares silk and linen options, notes English innovations like detachable flounces, and warns buyers to prioritize neat, well finished foundations and modest beading or lace as trends evolve.
Wash ington D. C. resident Norman W. Dodge recalls a three month Europe trip including France where he witnessed the so called Belgian repast. He describes a slaughter house scene where people drink warm blood claimed as a cure for consumption anemia and debility with wealthy Parisians buying glasses for five cents to a dollar.
A Chicago Tribune line contrasts two sages on wealth noting happiness depends on having just enough money. The exchange highlights a timeless view that money alone does not guarantee joy.
William Buckley a fourteen year old orphan who had supported himself for two years was found lying drunk on a sidewalk in Manhattan by Policeman Forbes. He told Justice Deuel in the children's court that a sighted older boy offered him whisky while out collecting laundry work. He drank twice and cannot recall what followed.
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld Iowa’s anti cigarette law in the Cook and Hodge case, allowing the tax on imported cigarettes. Iowa faced 19 bank failures last year, with total assets about 1.885 million and liabilities around 1.081 million, mostly private firms.
A state report details a six year five month period with the insane population in state institutions climbing by over 1000, outpacing overall population growth. Inmates across the institutions are listed by facility and count.
The Iowa Supreme Court declines to follow a U S Supreme Court ruling on insurance policy conformity. P F Dalton sued in Le Mars involving Western Assurance Toronto Agricultural Insurance Provident Washington Queen American Premium Freeport United States Fire German Fire Westchester Fire and others. Judge Bishop authored all opinions. Consolidated rural schools debate continues with State Superintendent Riggs surveying opinion. Main objections cite travel burdens in remote areas during bad weather. supporters claim better attendance and improved learning with consolidated schools.
Iowa reports lower convict numbers but higher population than California. State institutions for the blind and deaf care are nearly twice as large as those in California, while insane hospitals outnumber California by 2,000 beds in Iowa county facilities. Population stands at 1,185,058 with ongoing shifts in state hospital classifications. Iowa Falls & Northern railroad leased by Missouri Pacific to connect with Mordaunt line, enabling Des Moines and St. Joseph corridor service. Expect formal possession within a year as expansion proceeds.
New York letters signed by Dr Immanuel Vteiffer urge Iowa lawmakers to back a bill to raise merchandise weight limit from four to eleven pounds. The Postal Reform League, led by Chairman Crawford and Weeks of the Senate, seeks introduction in the upcoming session amid interest from department stores and newspapers statewide.
Davenport report by Receiver H J McFare land outlines Dixon and New Liberty savings banks losses after cashier Arnold Bethusen allegedly diverted about 100000. Assets listed include cash 25 dollars checks 145 notes 41840 with several notes doubtful, including the Cleveland Amusement company 17863 and Bethuen notes 1878 and 5868, leaving about 4000 potentially valuable paper.
C W Harvey and his wife, both 23, were convicted at this place for arson in the Glidden hotel blaze that killed two sleeping brothers W and A W Hobbs. Verdict follows a sensational trial with life imprisonment as the penalty.
Miss Olive Osborne dismissed guests after postponing her marriage to Frank Eli Brooks due to the groom’s absence. She soon married Alexander Withers in a ceremony under a floral arch reading Alls well that ends well, with the same guests present.
A Des Moines telegram from Mrs. Juli Matthews to Chief Jones requests the arrest of her husband, claiming he will marry Mrs. Susie Russ and urging authorities to stop the ceremony. The message notes the telegram’s insufficiency for police action.
William Kessler, 23, a Prenton resident and former sailor, killed himself using a rubber tube and a tied cloth after his proposal was rejected. His body was found an hour later in his home.
Levi Taylor a local businessman and inventor collapsed after a tense chess game in Osceola. Apoplexy due to excitement at the board caused his sudden death as he finished the match against his opponent.
President Roosevelt and Secretary meet to appoint A G C Stewart of Iowa as attorney general of Porto Rico. Stewart served as a volunteer in the Spanish American War. Sweet of Idaho is to be secretary? The text notes a decision to appoint Stewart and mentions Sweet in Idaho.
Mrs. Baurahi of Galtlavener was acquitted on retrial ordered by the supreme court after previously being convicted of perjury in the trial of Charlie Halada. Halada is serving a life term for Gallagher murder.
The report covers happenings across Iowa including Winterset dedicating a new armory and auditorium gifted by General Grenville M. Dodge to the Dodge Carious of the city. It notes deaths from accidents in Burlington, a crowded tabernacle in Mason City, and a motion to double pavilion seating. Other items include Waterloo mayor's resignation move, a fatal accidental shooting near Swan, a glove theft and return in Fort Dodge, heavy slot machine play in Des Moines, an appeal involving Home Savings bank, a Dubuque suicide by gas, and a Cedar Rapids city defaulter case.
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