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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1911
Page
5
A collection of quips on weather, safety, and daily life from a vintage column. It touches on reckless driving, bird men, frying eggs in warm weather, swatting flies for exercise, and humorous takes on marriage, aging, and old sayings.
A reflective line defines a genuine pessimist as one who frets over today’s mood lingering into tomorrow and dreads anticipated unhappiness. The thought contrasts worry with the hope of unchanged feelings and stable outlooks.
An Indiana wife sues for divorce claiming marital strain tied to her husband’s peculiar preferences for onions and lmburger cheese. The action centers on irreconcilable differences and demands for dissolution of marriage.
Archaeologists report discovery of glass bead necklaces on mummies dating about 3000 years. The find highlights ancient craft and burial customs. A separate note quips that a woman is never too old to prune up.
The circulation per capita stands at 34 70 after a 15 cent increase from the prior month. Most residents already hold the additional 15 cents.
A Pittsburg paper notes blue paint will deter flies but a solid swat with a swatter is more permanent in stopping them.
The article notes Germany is constructing a new battleship titled The Peacemaker, warning the name may ring hollow if the vessel engages in combat.
A city resident mocks the rich farmer who travels by car amid harsh conditions, yet admits he would hesitate to follow a plow in the freezing weather. The remark highlights class views and practical farming challenges during a cold spell.
A Massachusetts preacher argues gray hair is punishment for sin, suggesting baldness signals early piety. He links aging grooming to moral standing and cites religious observations.
A pianist reportedly played for 38 hours straight, stirring talk of a world endurance record though neighbors described him as an inharmonious figure.
Despite accidents the aviators persist in pursuit of Bir mastery with high stakes and risk to themselves and others, remaining determined to achieve excellence in aviation.
A Chicago professor argues about how to teach social courtship at a coeducational school. The discussion centers on whether such topics belong in the curriculum and how they fit into modern education standards.
A farmer in Ohio reportedly stayed in bed three days with a flock of eggs and hatched 18 chicks. The story notes the event did not originate from Winsted Connecticut.
A young actress faced a duty charge on bringing her dog back to the country. The case drew wide newspaper coverage as the woman’s name appeared in headlines amid the distressing event.
The world’s gratitude for a life-saving hero fades as his widow sells the medals he earned to cover burial costs. Hero worship is a powerful but fleeting force, and the memory of his deeds soon dissolves into forgotten reverence.
Des Moines Iowans may now serve notices on foreign beneficiary life societies via the State Auditor under a new law. The insurance department says these societies must file a power of attorney authorizing the auditor to accept service. Other notes include municipal valuation talks and a stalled Iowa optometry board situation.
In Ontario’s Porcupine district a forest blaze destroyed Eldorado, Porcupine, Success and surrounding towns. Hundreds of miners perished or disappeared as West Dome and Big Dome facilities suffered heavy losses. Across Michigan, Ausable Oscoda Waters communities endure after Tuesday inferno with three known dead and thousands displaced.
In dense fog off Vermilion Point, the steamer John Mitchell and the William H Mack collided. Three Mitchell crewmen died, including Archie Causely and Al Clemens, with Mrs Clemens injured. The Mack rescued survivors and reached Vermilion Point as rescuers aided the Sault Ste Marie area.
E G Lewis long involved in magazines and enterprises was indicted by a federal grand jury on twelve counts of fraudulent use of the mails. He allegedly obtained millions via misrepresentations circulated to the public through the mails. Charges include selling unsecured notes tied to the Woman's Magazine building and Woman's National Daily building in University City, plus notes of University Heights Realty and Development.
Evelyn Arthur See, head of Absolute Life, convicted of abducting 17 year old Mildred Bridges from her home and contributing to the delinquency of Mona Rees. The Chicago case underscores a sensational legal battle rooted in religious group practices.
John F. Treat of Fargo North Dakota was unanimously elected imperial potentate of the imperial council nobles of the Mystic Shrine. Los Angeles California was chosen as the site for the next supreme council to be held the first Tuesday and Wednesday of May 1912. Author's Auto Kills Two Edith Johnstone and Frank P Jordan killed in collision between Mrs Hodgson Burnett's automobile and a trolley construction car.
Democratic National Committeeman T. B. E. Ryan of Waukesha Wisconsin died suddenly of heart failure after a period of illness.
In Paris a notable union was sealed as opera stars Emma Eames and Emile de Gogorza married in the mayor’s office on Rue d Anjou. The ceremony marks a high profile pairing of two celebrated performers.
About 1,000 firemen stewards and oilers of Ward line steamers were called out again after the company rejected terms offered to its striking employees.
A heavy guard has been placed at the Parsons jail to protect Floyd Helmick from possible lynching after he was accused of attacking the eleven year old daughter of his employer in Elkins West Virginia. The incident sparked fears of mob action and authorities moved to ensure his safety.
Governor Mann issued a proclamation urging Virginians to pray for rain and within an hour the Richmond area received refreshing showers. The brief notes prayers boosted expectations of precipitation and were reported as effective.
A bill allocating 1,250,000 dollars for rehabilitating the New York state library after the capitol fire has passed the legislature. The move supports restoration of the damaged collection and facilities in Albany.
A Federal Express train on the New York New Haven Hartford line derailed near Bridgeport after the engineer used a cross over switch at 60 mph. Twelve people died and 44 were seriously injured. the St. Louis National League baseball team was aboard but unharmed. Fire raced through wreckage and rescuers aided injured passengers as cars tumbled down an embankment.
James Pettit president and general manager of Peavey Grain Co died by drowning in Chicago on July 8. A statement from F. H. Peavey & Co says unauthorized speculations by others caused a shortage near 1 million dollars, with Pettit not profiting and acting without Peavey policy.
Illinois Governor Charles S. Deneen testified before the Lorimer committee detailing a long running "jackpot" fund in state politics since 1897. He named contributor categories including railroads gas and electric companies liquor interests and the Union Stock Yards, and recounted a meeting with railroad presidents in Chicago. He denied promising Yates support for U S Senate and disputed Hines telephone conversation claims, saying he never received taft press message or Aldrich contact and did not discuss money.
The St Louis IV balloon crew Lieut Frank P Lahm and Lieut J P Hart returned to La Paz Indiana near South Bend claiming victory in the James Gordon Bennett cup elimination flight from Kansas City. The Missouri National Guard aeronautic corps craft led 525 miles beating Million Population club balloon at 485 miles and Miss Sofia placed third.
James M. Nolan killed his wife Emma after she protested when he ordered a niece from their home. He then shot himself, inflicting only a trivial wound, in Fort Wayne Indiana.
The Interstate Commerce Commission will investigate the Bridgeport Connecticut wreck of the Federal Express which caused 14 deaths and many injuries.
Mrs Annie J Pryor wife of Reginald C Pryor mining engineer died from burns when an alcohol lamp ignited gasoline in her husband Napanee launch at Eagle Harbor Lake Superior. The accident occurred near Houghton Michigan during a mining promotion trip.
Father Thomas FP Jansen elected president of the Gary public library board. He previously served as pastor of Holy Angels church and has connections to Hobart and Fort Wayne. The selection places Jansen in leadership of Gary’s library system.
Washington reports Dr. Harvey W. Wiley pure food expert faces condemnation by a department of agriculture personnel committee with a recommendation to President Taft that he resign. Attorney General Wickersham recommends approval of the action amid charges he allowed excessive compensation to Dr. H. H. Busby of Columbia University in New York.
John Patrick Sullivan of New Orleans was elected grand exalted ruler of the Elks receiving 814 votes. The next grand lodge meeting is scheduled for Portland, Oregon, where no opposition was present.
Logansport Indiana reports 10 year old Barton Alfred Irrick died from mosquito bites. Coroner's report cites severe ankle stings leading to blood poisoning.
An aging mother’s claim leads authorities in Charlotte Michigan to reopen a six year old case. She alleges her son William mm Lona berry, a Haton county farmer, choked his wife to death and hid the body in an old well. He has been placed under arrest pending investigation.
President Taft will address the national encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic in Rochester New York on August 23. The address aims to honor veterans and emphasize national unity and service.
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