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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1901
Page
5
Sifting through mining and oil well schemes, the writer mocks advertisers as get rich schemes. The piece taunts editors for backing a Republican candidate for governor and warns readers of forthcoming reactions next month.
The Iowa and Cummins papers threaten to drop their democratic allies but face resistance as Langtry engagement is announced. If Miss Langtry matches her mother Lily Langtry’s charm, a notable matrimonial career may be underway.
A single delegate attended the county convention alone in the opera house while committees deliberated. No discord emerged as the session proceeded with orderly proceedings and unified stance.
The discussion centers on William Jennings Bryan's influence on democracy and free silver. Cummins faction distancing from him in Jackson county sparks party rifts. Wyoming Journal urges tax ferrets to expose county injustices, noting farmers bear taxes while landowners hold wealth, with large back taxes cited in Kossuth Webster and Hardin counties and a potential ethics scandal over attorney fees.
The London Spectator notes that a $100,000 annual income barely covers obligatory expenses leaving little for luxuries and asserts that families with $50,000 face even tighter living conditions and stricter economy.
A Brazilian named Santos-Dumont showed control of his air ship at Paris last Saturday though he failed to win the large prize for a controllable air ship. He demonstrated control, suggesting that men may navigate the air within a decade as machinery failures prevented a victory.
Many predict serious injury to the corn crop due to a protracted drought. Iowa corn fields reportedly endure drought better than excessive rain, and Secretary Wilson of the agricultural department says Western crop conditions have been overstated. He notes high temperatures aid corn development and argues it is too early for alarm over possible crop failure.
In remarks about Brant and Cummins allies, Dave notes the Cummins faction may undermine his bid for lieutenant governor. He calls politics cold blooded, warns against unfriendly actions by supporters, and stresses the risk to his candidacy if Cummins enemies gain leverage.
Burlington ministers were advised by a newspaper reporter that men should be free to wear shirt waists to church. Preachers largely agreed that if men attend, their clothing choice should not matter.
The piece warns a party split is inevitable if Bryan faction supporters press for reorganization. It notes Ohio Democrats ignored Bryan and even trampled his picture, provoking resentment among admirers and prompting talk of a Bryan faction convention.
Miss Laura Conger daughter of Minister Conger becomes engaged to Lt. Frederick E. Buchan a member of the rescuing party that freed the family from Pekin imprisonment General King plans to frame the tale as a modern historical romance.
The piece argues ministers should not complain about low attendance and praise those who attend despite heat. It compares duty and faithfulness, notes reverent attire in hot weather, and defends the Jones county resolutions against Cummins papers. It critiques the Times-Republican editorial stance on railroads and anti Cummins sentiment.
County Republicans split over Cummins as a potential nominee with Jones county backing cautious restraint. The piece notes a pre convention fight, a tabled pledge to support any gubernatorial candidate, and warns that nominating Cummins could risk alienating many Republicans and empower Democrats.
The Burlington Hawkeye rebukes a Dubuque Telegraph opinion article that criticized volunteer soldiers in the Philippines and China. It calls the piece a libel on American history and urges Iowa Democrats to denounce such views at the Des Moines state convention next month.
Artist Edward Spring explains a method of measuring the ideal woman from head to foot. He cites Greek standards and provides specific ratios for head face hand foot arm and leg lengths to assess height and symmetry. He notes the head as base and lists proportional relationships for balance and elegance.
A New York Times item recalls Texas journalist Roberts suggesting Senator Allison run for president before the 1896 St. Louis convention. He argued the country needed a "pretty President" after Cleveland and Harrison, prompting a humorous exchange with Allison in Statuary Hall.
A Wyoming Journal item reports a county supervisor proposal that tax ferrets operate in Jones county this year. Supporters say tax ferrets assure fair collection, as landowners and farmers bear the tax burden and the company covers expenses from its share. The proposal argues the system costs the county nothing and targets tax dodgers.
The Anamosa Journal notes most residents spent the day at Monticello for outside celebrations. Woodmen of the county held a picnic style event with a local drill team. A twenty five dollar prize was waived as Monticello camp agreed to cover axe crew expenses. No opposition and little excitement described.
A. E. Swett argues merchants must advertise to compete with mail order houses. Effective ads tell what is sold and the price, not just self praise. Any advert is better than none, and even small, well-placed ads pay for themselves and grow over time.
Local notes from Spirit Lake report Mr. T. R. Breanbrack and Mr. O. Ellison traveling to attend the Grand Commandery conclave now in session. Other items mention Mrs. Stickle in Downers Grove noting Horton arrived from Manila on July 2 and stayed until the 5th.
A playful survey notes Mrs Xyz finds her husband all right though not fat and her son growing slim while the home is fine but paint too light. The piece jests at club lectures and a tailor suit with Mrs Xyz’s coat longer, a hat praised yet ribbon slightly off.
An Atilanta Constitution verse evokes a quest for happiness, with winds and violets at the speaker’s feet and a reply that happiness lies at home. The fragment hints at a domestic, reflective theme without naming individuals or events.
Banker George W Lovell plans a handsome Monticello bank with a massive pillared front. Mr and Mrs J W Beatty depart Monday for St Paul aboard a Diamond Joe steamer. A Cascade township youth breaks a leg after a horse incident. A Bisenuis child narrowly avoids injury when struck by a passing team. County board selection T H McQuillen praised as sensible, moral, and capable based on his management of affairs.
E M Loop wins the contract to erect the Fay ette library building and will begin work immediately. A new band stand on trucks was built for mobile use by the band boys. A house on Henry Schnier Jr’s farm burned due to a defective chimney with high winds and little insurance. Delaware’s old stone building burned after midnight. it belonged to Boone estate and housed Wild King general merchandise with little salvaged. The Grange cooperative store building, erected in the 1870s, burned, ending its era.
A satirical portrait traces an engaged girl as she proclaims life work achieved yet mocks heart free companions. She spends time shopping and planning home life while collecting lace and handkerchiefs. She misreads old admirers as broken hearted, grows absent minded, and assigns her fiancé’s name to a hero in a novel. She vows bridesmaids lists, becoming an epitome of egotism in early 20th century print.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. EE. W. Grove's signature on each box, 25c.
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