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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1897
Page
7
The Manchester Press opposes Governor Drake’s renomination while Minnie Murray disappears in political turmoil. Editor Seaton is said to have bought the Clarence Sun and the Dubuque Herald rails against populist pills. Iowa resists populist lunacies amid conservative voters.
The legislature met and adjourned last Friday with the code editor’s assurance that the new statutes will be printed and ready for delivery to the people by October 1. Railroads marked Independence Day by retiring freight trains on Monday. Many cities celebrated on Monday, though most held celebrations on Saturday.
Congressman Cousins endorsed Dr. L. J. Adair of Ang omosa Dr. J. E. Gilmore of Monticello and Dr. J. W. Kirkpatrick of Wyoming for the Jones county pension examining board. The piece notes Iowa political mood as Bryan may campaign here and Oskaloosa College struggles financially with Rev. J. M. Atwater resigning amid hard times hitting small colleges relying on tuition.
The Express reiterates it errs not in urging Matt Parrott’s nomination two years ago. Parrott as lieutenant governor is praised as a model presiding officer and would have been a conservative efficient chief executive.
The Wyoming Journal criticizes Boies for his opposition to campaign calls for free silver. The paper with a free silver tilt implies strong disagreement with his logic.
The Manchester Daily News ceases operation after arguing a daily paper cannot be sustained in a city so small that it relies on country readers. The town previously had two weeklies, the Press and Democrat, with no demand for a daily.
The author argues populists have been absorbed by the Democratic party, noting it has adopted radical stances and aligned with Weaver's followers. The piece claims there is no real distinction left between populists and Democrats except the label.
Iowa brings action against McFarland and his bondsmen for dereliction of duties and taking a portion of clerks salaries from census workers. The suit aims to recover losses to the state or up to the bond amount, following legislative investigations revealing the misconduct.
In Dubuque the editor Murphy resigns after dispute with proprietors Messrs. Quigley over the paper's stance on local affairs. Murphy, a vocal free silver advocate, influenced readers with his slang free silver lines to draw outside attention.
In Iowa counties owners of traction engines must prove the engine complied with bridge crossing laws by laying planks when crossing county bridges. When engines damage bridges through owner neglect to follow the law, counties are not liable for damages. only properly compliant cases may pursue recovery.
The piece asserts General Weaver dictated platforms for the democratic, populist, and republican free silver state conventions. It accuses him of chasing personal gain, seeking positions and pensions, and allying rival factions to advance his own ambitions, portraying him as opportunistic and unprincipled.
A report to the Cedar Rapids Gazette details a recent prisoner escape from Anamosa penitentiary and the guards actions to recapture him. Warden Madden has issued a letter of explanation saying further notes may be required if escapes continue. The public questions how the escapes occur and why the warden struggles to explain the incidents.
The Fourth Independence Day passed under high temperatures with Monticello quiet and many choosing rest. Oxford Junction held a robust celebration in the grove by the mineral springs, featuring a flag drill and Uncle Sam crowning Columbia. A large crowd from nearby areas attended, while surrounding towns held smaller, rapid observances. Byford Junction completed its events on short notice, and the Pope Manufacturing Co announced bicycle price cuts from 100 to 75 dollars, spurring demand for first class wheels.
The Gate City reports on Iowa State Platform backing a Temple amendment affecting railroad relief associations and a major obituary. Major John G. Cudworth, veteran of the Civil War and former Anamosa resident, died at Williamsburg after bowels obstruction. He served from 1861 and earned prominence in Loyal Legion.
A Davenport Democrat story recounts the Iowa Democratic convention tactic to drop prohibition references from the platform. Judge Hayes and allies opposed the move, but ten committee members voted to value silver Republican votes over Democrats who favor prohibition. The piece argues the trade harms democracy and aids Fred White’s gubernatorial ticket.
The Boston Herald recounts quips about Senator Allison from colleagues, noting Ingalls said he could dance on eggs without breaking a shell while others call him smooth enough to mislead direction and Burrows claims he could walk across the country on piano keys without a note. Pettus adds that Allison avoids making any hookable statements.
At the last session of the round table in Monticello the teachers adopted unanimous resolutions praising Superintendent T. J. Cowan. They commended his kindness and zeal in advancing county education and affirmed the success of the 1897 Normal Institute under his leadership and that of his instructors. J P Marriniews Catharine Pexley J M Soko signed the statements.
Willis Shew of Coggon died last Monday from a self inflicted gunshot wound amid despondency. He leaves a wife and four children in modest circumstances.
The note explains soaking stiff rubber rings in water with ammonia can revive them. It also cites a historical item: in 1878 paper collar output valued at 1.75 million dollars, now under 300 thousand.
A collection of home made tips covers lemon storage in cold water, keeping milk and eggs, cleaning willow furniture with ammonia and water, whitewash with gall and zinc, and cooking tricks. It includes disinfectant use, oven heat for pastries, vinegar in boiled meat, pre soaking new tins, and cleaning woodwork with oils and skim milk.
The article states Siam hosts five white elephants and Ringling Bros has secured one after months of negotiations and great expense. The Scientific American proclaims the elephant named Keddah as the only genuine specimen ever brought to America.
A humorous column contrasts bachelor life with married expectations. It notes sentimentality in men, wedding gifts, April anniversaries, and social habits to tease readers about marriage norms and female routines.
The council met in regular session with roll call. Members Overing Bohlken Thessey Burton Mayor and Clerk present. June salary report for Weighminster Abel accepted. Water main extension petition referred to water committee. June warrants read and filed. Wenderson barn extension granted. Adjourned to Thursday night July 8 1897.
A Bristol post office tale recounts a £300 check lost after delivery. Rats at a business address allegedly dragged the envelope through a door aperture, leaving the recipient to discover the checked envelope behind a corn bin. The incident adds a moral about postal accountability.
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