07 Jul 1881
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1881
Page
1
The article details the attempted assassination of President Garfield, praising his vigor and calm under danger. It notes Mrs. Garfield's steadfast courage, explains the surgical aspects of the wound, and cites doctors who see signs of improvement as the nation watches for updates.
The dispatches report President Garfield resting quietly with no change in symptoms. The nation expresses relief as doctors and family share hopeful notes, while observers note public opinion and political knowledge gaps. Iowa Senators are Allison and McDill.
The article argues Guiteau killed for political faction benefit rather than personal grievance. It describes him as calculating and cold rather than frenzied, noting his planned timing, weapon purchase, and escape scheme as proof of deliberate intent.
In Grinnell Hawkeye coverage Hon James F Wilson argues the Bible may share footing with science but his claims trigger debate. The piece notes Wilson’s assertion that whether the world was made in six days or through vast eras matters little to biblical belief, urging reconsideration of religious dogma amid scientific progress. It contrasts this with warnings about Copernican and Galileo era alarms and references Guiteau’s case as evidence of public perception of mental responsibility.
The passage denounces Senator Conkling for resigning and causing party rifts. It argues his personal ambition destroyed his reputation, dragged Gen. Grant into disrepute, and threatens the Republican Party with defeat unless he leaves. The New York Tribune cautions that a President’s fate rests on sane, balanced power.
Parties can shop for 15 20 and 30 gallon Tron-clad cans with large stock already on hand. Weighing cans and coolers available. Our motto is best goods for lowest living prices.
The Madison county范围 favors Robert Dott for County Auditor with Democrats and Republicans agreeing he should be nominated. A supervisor noted Dott’s system shortened board sessions by one to three days, saving county dollars. The Republican letter urges public input on the office’s future.
An announcement credits W. SL. Preston for restoring Sharpeo corn plow shovels to pristine condition without damage to temper or surface, claiming they perform as well as when new.
T. M. Wilds of Fairview enters the field for county sheriff before the Republican County Convention. He has strong local support and as former chairman of the County Republican Central Committee is seen as competent and effective. The Recorder notes his withdrawal from the convention two years ago could help his cause.
Dairymen and small farmers urged to send postal card for the Towa Settler with full information, including address of J Sampson at 082 6 Storm Lake Iowa for details.
The state of Iowa Jones County notifies all interested that on June 20 1881 the clerk opened and read a purported last will for John B Ommen and Tedy M Ommen. The final hearing and proof are set for September 26 1881 at the circuit court to decide if the will should be admitted to probate.
Barker administrator of the estate of Robert Hogg announces a public auction on July 9, 1881 at Grove Creek Castle Grove township nine miles west of Monticello. 280 acres of farm land to be sold in parcels or as a whole, plus 80 acres of high quality timber six miles west of Monticello. Land speculators urged to attend.
Ha relat of the 16th inst reports the county fund on hand at settlement $7,010.94 after June overdrawn $706.67. Funds on hand in June 1879 were $30,011.05. 1880 $32,202.28. 1881 $49,340.86. Increase due to better times lower court expenses modest valuation rise and honest administration.
We offer a car load of Louis Cook Celebrated Standard Buggies and Spring Wagons noted for style finish and durability and guaranteed. A stock of light and heavy horse harnesses in oak tanned leather is stocked for inspection. Located a few doors west of Watters Meat Market Main Street Anamosa Iowa.
Travelers urged to buy coupon tickets at the station for east and west destinations. The agent, J H H Winson, advertises weekly tariff updates and lowest quotes. The new east route departs at 7 26 P M for Chicago arriving by 10 00 P M, connecting to eastern trains.
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