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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1899
Page
6
Dr. Thomas Talmage uses the gnat and camel metaphor from Matthew 23 24 to condemn zeal on minor sins while neglecting major harms. He cites Pharisees, critics of church life, and wealth abuses, urging sharper moral discernment and humor in preaching.
A minister rails at religious hypocrisy and public vice, comparing small sins to gnats and great sins to camels. He warns against sanctimony, quarrels over grammar, and watchful neighbors, urging focus on eternity over worldly gains and urging confession and self-scrutiny.
A lady philosopher cites a man mocking a woman's curiosity as a tactic to stop her asking where he has been at four in the morning, recorded by the New York Journal.
The Chicago Inter Ocean critiques Ex Gov Altgeld for 1900 political forecasts. It cites census figures showing farmers vs nonfarm workers and notes rising wages, falling mortgage burdens, and improved social status for farmers, arguing his claims of 50 percent purchasing power are unfounded.
The American and Ohio Valley Bimetallic leagues push for a July 20 rally in the city to sway the Democratic Nations Committee. They oppose silver concessions, cite national election results, and criticize minority influence amid strong anti silver sentiment in Illinois and Ohio politics.
The article argues that Democrats blocked restoration of anti trust provisions and that Republicans had created a strong anti trust law in 1890. It cites the McKinley law and Wilson bill changes, praising Bryan and Democratic actions as saving the trusts at a critical moment.
A compilation of editorials reflects bleak views on the Democratic Party's future, with criticism of Bryan and party divisions. It notes reactions across major papers and hints at the national mood on leadership, imperialism, and economic worries despite wage gains and factory activity.
Commander Bailey of the Town grand army announces a standing open department headquarters at the statehouse by Adjt. Gen. Black. Posts must send the semiannual report and per capita tax for the term ending June 1899 to headquarters now or risk delinquent status.
Authorities tighten security after a fatal shootout at Brown's Lake 20 miles from Sioux City. John Camerer was killed by Albert Johnson amid a longstanding quarrel with Chris Johnson, a Dane, sparked during a dispute over country merits.
A letter from the state university at Iowa City outlines elaborate arrangements for the inauguration of President Maghean of Nebraska University. Invitations go to college presidents nationwide and many alumni, with hundreds attending. Events include ceremonies and speeches by notable state and national figures, scheduled between September 29 and October 6.
Oscar Deignan of Iowa declines appointment to the naval academy offered under a congress act. He believes he would struggle to pass the entrance exam. The secretary proposed admission without exam to entice him, but Deignan chose to abandon a service career.
William J. Buchanan of Iowa, minister to the Argentine Republic, has obtained leave of absence and will leave Buenos Ayres for the United States soon. He had previously spoken of leaving the diplomatic service for a more lucrative post with the Pan American Exhibition agency in Buffalo, which offers a higher salary.
The Dubuque Athletic Club organizes with John Lux as president and J M Houseman of Chicago as secretary and general manager. The opening event spans August 29 to 31 a three day carnival. Root and Burrs are set to fight for the middleweight American title and other engagements include Georges Dixon Peter Maher and Joe Choynski.
The Central Homeopathic association met in Cedar Rapids with members from Dirbugie Jones Benton Linn Black Jlank Johnson Cedar and Mascatine. Officers for the coming year were elected: President Dr ALC Tenny Mount Vernon, vice president Dr Bertha Lily Marion, secretary and treasurer Dr Ro Gray Anamosa.
The auditor reports about a four percent drop in real estate taxes across Iowa counties, totaling not to exceed 20 million dollars. The article includes a table listing each county's fixed value per acre and the overall assessed valuation of county real estate for the year.
The Town site board of control plans a grade system at state penitentiaries replacing prison stripes with gray and plaid salts and granting extra privileges based on inmate conduct. A wardens’ records determine eligibility for color of suits and visits, with the board preparing estimates for new uniforms.
Cedar Rapids burglary suspect arrestee Covert, jailed in Muscatine, tricked Coca Rapids Marshal Kozlovsky into uncuffing him to drink. Kozlovsky's wink and joke provoked Covert to strike with a handcuff and flee, shocking bystanders.
Federal Judge Shiras in Des Moines or Du buque decides Lyon County bond dispute. Aetna Life Insurance sued to recover bond principal of 120000 issued by Lyon County in 4485. Court holds the bonds may be enforced without exceeding constitutional five percent limit and awards bondholders ten years of interest.
Due to advancing age and illness Archbishop Hennessey will not complete the seminary in Dubungee. He will instead establish a mother house for the sisters of the Holy Ghost funded from his own means and a brother D. J. Jennessey bequest.
Secretary C Playter of the Western Poultry Fanciers reports the American Poultry Association will hold its annual meeting in Cedar Rapids on January 9 1900. The event promises a larger exhibition than ever seen, rivaling the world’s fair.
Judge Shiras approves Horace Torbert report as receiver and issues a decree discharging Ene. Receivership ends and property returns to private ownership under private management.
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