18 Jul 1907
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1907
Page
1
The passage lists diverse snippets including the Tribune counting July 4 deaths at 102, Philadelphia Elks crowds, Philadelphia’s lively sentiment, Judge Lindgey and Senator Guggenheim, hints of Des Moines politics, Mars life hopes, space distance, tax-law reform chatter, and satirical quips about Uncle George Perking and Mr Funk, reflecting a collage of contemporary concerns and opinions.
The Vin ton Eagle laments defects in the primary law and argues it would have been better enacted by the legislature than by a five member committee. Louis Brennan, an English inventor, applies gyroscope principles to balance railway trains to run at twice current speeds on single tracks, a development watched with interest.
The county auditor backs revising the tax laws and proposes moving all taxes from personal property to land. Advocates urge single-taxers to rise and push further economic changes amid broad proposals.
A Burlington arrest dispute involves an Iowa City jewelry manufacturer who gloats over his discharge and threatens malicious prosecution. The case hints at a local producer of inexpensive jewelry operating with risky contract terms that convert a factor into a buyer, raising legal tensions.
At the Iowa state convention county attorneys passed a resolution advocating the abolition of the office of justice of the peace. They say they dislike leaving their offices to handle preliminary examinations and petty criminal cases and would welcome easier work, possibly with raises and assistants.
Fred J. Lazelle of the Cedar Rapids Republican writes engaging Sunday pieces on field roadside and hedgerow beauty. A State Agricultural College graduate, he combines botanical and zoological knowledge with refined recreation and graceful English to tell nature stories.
The Iowa newspaper fraternity mourns the death of A W Lee owner of the Ottumwa Courier Muscatine Journal and Davenport Times. He died of heart disease in Nottingham England while touring Europe visiting his relative Frank Mahin United States consul. Lee was a courteous business man of discretion and energy who built wealth through industry and fair dealing.
The article critiques sensational war rumors, defends Billy Sunday, and warns Cedar Rapids readers about speculative enterprises like Pawnee Cereal Co. Investments by nearby towns collapse as creditors take over. It notes tighter money markets, high interest rates for railways and big borrowers, and a general shift in credit conditions, signaling nearer exists.
The Lenox College catalogue showcases its long standing effort and notable alumni. It notes strong literary instruction, small classes, and personal guidance, while acknowledging weaker facilities for scientific and engineering study. Twenty seven alumni have become college and university faculty, with top medals in state oratorical contests and a historic Inter State first prize.
The clipping reports 1908 Waterloo meeting, Keokuk canning acreage, deaths of Dr Dillingham and Mrs Gibson, Bryan lecture in Manchester, injury suits in Clinton, Dubuque lockjaw case, Cedar Rapids rainfall, bar closures, deaths and drownings in Waterloo and nearby towns, Knights Templar politics, oil scare opinions, church history claims, bridge and road talks, library book list, and local legal notices.
Senator Dolliver denounces false reports about his alleged encounter with Senator Tillman and threatens to quit the lecture circuit. He suspects rivals in the chautauqua circuit seek to boost bookings by sensationalized rumors, saying US senators should avoid such platforms.
A Des Moines Capital excerpt argues the Republican Party of Iowa needs emancipation from past failings. It advocates nominating a governor under forty who has business experience and would govern modestly, possibly pairing with an older lieutenant governor. It calls for moving forward and uniting the party.
Rev. W. A. Quayle extols the comforts of a small home and shared warmth. He praises a big heart as the true luxury, noting how close rooms foster love, faith, and calm amid worldly snarls. The sermon celebrates humility, fellowship, and spiritual breadth within limited space.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette argues Linn county will guide its general assembly members to back Senator Allison if Cedar Rapids supports a primary preference and Linn county gives him an overwhelming majority. The piece stresses the county’s exclusive right to instruct its elected members.
An excerpt from the Philadelphia Press reflects on adult maturity with opinions that a man needs at least 30 to know much and at least 40 to stop insisting on what he knows. The tone debates lifelong learning and humility.
A fragment from the Baltimore American quotes a physician remark and a humorous aside about medical bills, reflecting midcentury attitudes toward medical care and patient charges. The snippet hints at routine medical practice and public reaction without detailing specific events or individuals.
The state of Iowa reports a seven million dollar rise in personal property assessments from the previous year. About six million of the increase is in money and credits. Mrs. R A Noble of Waterloo died by her own hand using carbolic acid.
The excerpt comments on marriage money, pride in cooking, and vanity. It humorously notes how some men tolerate losses, a woman’s pride in family praise, and the idea that men inflate their looks with whiskers. It reflects dated social humor and gender stereotypes.
A terse moral insists that there is no place for the fence sitter who avoids firm positions and constant apologizing. The text argues it is better to be eccentric or cranky than to be viewed as weak and indecisive.
Mrs Frank Hodoval narrowly escaped injury when a tree struck as she fed hens and chickens under it killing the birds. Rev J K Bloom told his congregation he will leave October 1 for Oregon to join his son Frank, drawing regret from worshippers. Hale creamery burned Tuesday night causing substantial loss. firm plans to rebuild pending.
Rural notes mention Ruth Pride of Monticello visiting cousin Elliot Good while farmers report potato bugs ravaging vines. yellow spore appears in oat fields and green bugs spread across several county sections. An eclipse is announced for Wednesday night July 24.
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