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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1903

Page

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Scientist Seeks Cure for Laziness Germ Anomama Sis

A government official described as a scientist claims to have discovered a laziness germ named anomama sis. The discovery would let constantly tired people identify the cause of their fatigue.

King Edward Revokes Crimes Act to Signal Leniency

The announcement states King Edward has revoked the Irish crimes act as a demonstration of leniency toward Ireland. The act followed long continued lawlessness in Ireland and reflects a shift in royal policy.

Edward Ireland

Lynn shoemaking feat cuts 57 steps to rapid pair

A pair of women's shoes produced in Lynn Massachusetts set a rapid shoemaking record requiring 57 operations with 42 machines and 100 parts. The components were assembled into a wearable pair in 13 minutes, showcasing efficiency in manufacture.

Lynn Mass

Trolley Tunnel Progress From New York to Jersey City

More than six thousand feet of a seven thousand foot tunnel under the Hudson River nears completion enabling trolley service from New York to Jersey City. The project stalled fifteen years ago after a deadly accident that claimed thirty lives, but current construction emphasizes safety and advancement.

New York Jersey City Hudson River

Leo XIII Seen As Master Of Papal Office

The author argues Leo XIII surpassed all popes in understanding and managing papal duties, noting his deep grasp of the office and its functions while contrasting with historical peers.

Alexander Dumas Louis XIV France

Worries over money blamed for a man’s death

A man valued at $200000 died from distress over finances. The piece notes money causes trouble for the poor who chase it and for the rich who guard it, and suggests joining a don’t worry club to avoid such fate.

Kearsarge Praised by Kaiser and Prince on Visit

The battleship Kearsarge, a show vessel of the American navy, was visited and admired by the German Kaiser and inspected by the Prince of Wales. Royalty deem her one of the most complete marine fighting machines, and an inspection of her crew and appointments explains why American ships win at sea.

Kearsarge Prince of Wales

Petroleum boom fuels rapid growth and output surge

Thirty years ago the old business was modest but today it stands as a giant industry. In June production soared with three wells completed each hour, about one every twenty minutes, as efforts continued to secure a steady supply of high grade petroleum for the world.

Cargo hoisted from Rho Desia bound for South Africa

At Jersey City foot of Pavonia Avenue the steamship Rho Desia docked for South African ports lifted a remarkable mixed cargo. It included anchors needles pianos bans oysters stoves bug exterminators automobiles novels hams root beer policemen bats trolley cars rifles preserved cherries beer and 100 mules.

Rhodesia Pavonia Avenue Jersey City

Enforce Law to Stop Mob Violence Says Official

The most striking need of the American people today is that wholesome respect for law that can only be cultivated by strict and thorough enforcement of law. The public officer that fails to do his duty is chargeable with violence and disorder that destroys life and property. Indifferent enforcement of any law bears fruit in mob violence just as harvest follows seed time.

Remarkable Stony Point Lighthouse Keeper Receives Medal

Nancy Rose, longtime lighthouse keeper at Stony Point on the Hudson River, served 47 years tending the lamp and guiding mariners. The Scenic and Historic Society honored her with a medal in a ceremony celebrating her quiet loyalty to duty.

Nancy Rose Stony Point Hudson Tiver Scenic and Historic Society

Monument movement in London honors George Washington

English subscriptions advance a major London tribute to George Washington. After years of reluctance due to colonial rifts, British writers now praise Washington as one of history’s greatest. The era of bitterness in early nineteenth century references has faded.

London George Washington Washington Britain

West Point Graduates Fill National Roles Across Sectors

A review of military academy graduates through Gate lists notable reach into government and society. One president, two presidential hopefuls, cabinet members, diplomats, lawmakers, judges, educators, engineers, and many professionals show the college’s broad influence.

Military Academy West Point Congress

A Week's History Across the Union And Overseas

Major General James F Wade to take over the division of the Philippines from General George W Davis. Secretary Wilson lifts the cattle and swine export ban from Boston port due to foot and mouth disease. Benjamin G Hill hanged in Washington DC for killing his wife last November. US Denmark treaty ratification for purchase of the Danish West Indies has expired with no new agreement anticipated.

James F.’. Wade George W. Davis Philippines Wilson Boston Benjamin G. Hill Washington, D. C United States Denmark Danish West Indies

Burglary at Maysville Post Office Reveals Stolen Stamps

In Maysville New York the local post office safe was blown open. Seventeen thousand two-cent stamps ten thousand one-cent stamps and sixty five thousand eight-cent stamps were stolen. The incident highlights a spate of mid summer crime and shifting trade news across the country.

Union Pacific mine blast victims and other major news round-up

Recovery nears completion for 11 bodies from the Union Pacific Wyoming mine explosion. Obsequies for Archbishop Katzer held in Milwaukee at St. John's cathedral. Joliet judge Willard dies at home. ex mayor Ames seeks civil war disability pension. Free rural mail delivery planned in McLean County starting Sept 15 with 79 routes. Harvey W. Scott named president of the Lewis and Clark exposition. Lexing ton hanged Earl Whitney and Claude O'Brien for murder. Two women shot near Lake City, Colorado. Quinn chapel marks Chicago negro church anniversary. Danville mob lynching and riot injuries. troops deployed. Oldest Wisconsin resident Isaac Springston dies at 100. Post office burglary in Rudd, Illinois. San Francisco wedding Bob Fitzsimmons and Julia Gifford. Judge Tuley advises defense in divorce case with fists. Jennie Steers lynched near Shreveport for alleged poisoning. Great Western collision at Dodge Center kills four, injures 30. Danville militia reduced. 50 arrested after jail attack. Postmaster General Payne to resume duties Aug 3. Union dispute at bookbinding plant. King Edward and Queen Alexandra visit Belfast. New York Yacht Club picks Reliance as cup defender. Indiana banker James Perrin dies at 74. Manchuria openings and stock market recovery discussed. New York bankers optimistic on market. National manufacturers urge union of workers against unions. Nor folk & Western president Kimball dies. St Louis bribery and perjury sentences for ex-delegates. Panama disturbances worry canal talks. Sacramento fruit shipments surge. Senator Tillman challenges northern defenders on Black voting. Second trial for Jett and White in Ky murder case begins.

Union Pacific Wyoming Frederick Xavier Katzer Milwaukee St. John’s Cathedral David Willard Joliet, Ill Willard Ames Minneapolis Minn Lexington A. B. Chinn Anna Bailey Mary Woods Lake City Col Ill J. D. Mayfield Henry Gatterman Wisconsin Isaac Springston Emerald Rudd, Jr San Francisco Bob Fitzsimmons Julia May Gifford Tuley Chicago Jennie Steers Shreveport Great Western Railroad Dodge Center Danville Whitlock Payne Department W. A. Miller Queen Alexandra Belfast New York Yacht Club Reliance James J. Perrin Indiana Lafayette China Russia Manchuria New York Employers D. M. Parry National Manufacturers’ Association New York City F. J. Kimball Norfolk & Western Railroad Company Radnor St. Louis House of Delegates Washington Panama Sacramento Tillman Burton Monona Lake Wis Curtiss Jett Tom White James B. Marcum Cynthiana

Colorado Legislature Adopts General Appropriation Bill

After passing a general appropriation bill the session was adjourned. In Los Angeles California Robert J Burdette preached his first sermon as pastor of the Baptist church.

Colorado Los Angeles Cal Robert J. Burdette The Baptist Church

Foreign decisions and natural events headline global scene

Shanghai firm lands a ten thousand water buffalo contract for the Philippine government. Japan weighs watching Russia while urging China to honor Manchuria commitments and seeks open ports. Mount Vesuvius erupts with lava and embers but limited danger. Dublin officials greeted by crowds. Vienna reports plans to unite Servia and Bulgaria and dethrone Ferdinand. Canada shows strong trade growth. Pope Leo IX buried at St Peter's Basilica. A tragic barn fire in Schalajifska kills thirty three women.

Shanghai Philippines Japan Russia Great Britain China United States Manchuria Italy Mount Vesuvius King Edward Queen Alexandra Dublin Vienna Servia Bulgaria Prince Ferdinand Karageorgevitch Canada Pope Leo Basilica St. Peter’s Schalajifska

Old Chief Geronimo Joins Methodist Church

A brief roundup notes Old Chief Geronimo and about a dozen followers have joined the Methodist church. Also listed are prominent items on prohibition in Texas, canal delays in Illinois and Mississippi, and notable court fines and deaths.

Mob Lynches Colored Man in Danville Riot Violence

A race riot in Danville Illinois leaves two dead and 22 wounded. Gatterman and Metcalf are named as the principal fatalities after a deadly feud escalated from a quarrel. Mob violence culminates in a lynching and burning, with the mob wrecking the police station and jail as state troops arrive to restore order.

Danville Ill

Treachery Aids Capture Of Ciudad Bolivar In Venezuela

Reports via the French warship Jouffroy claim the fort’s second rebel officer killed the commander, turned on the rebels, and defected to government forces. About 1500 were killed or wounded in the fighting.

New York Jouffroy Port of Spain The Herald Ciudad Bolivar

Recaptured Oklahoma horse thief Cox confined in Watonga jail

Dora Cox, an alleged horse thief active since 1898, has been recaptured after eluding officers for decades. She is jailed at Watonga and once belonged to a gang of outlaws operating in the territory.

Guthrie Oklo Dora Cox Watonga Souasy Kingfisher

Woman Confesses to Killing Fakir in Salt Lake City

Mrs. Aurora Hodge of Denison Iowa confessed to Grand Rapids police that she killed a traveling fakir in Salt Lake City on July 11 after he attacked her. Authorities had been pursuing her.

Grand Rapids Mich Aurora Hodge Denison Salt Lake City

Four Die In Wreck Involving Trains At Dodge Center

In St Paul a head on collision between the Twin City limited and a fast freight on the Chicago Great Western line leaves four dead and many injured. Fred Horton of Dodge Center Minnesota is among the victims. A second crash near East St. Louis results in three deaths as an accommodation train collides with a streetcar causing severe injuries and graphic peril to the crew.

St. Paul Chicago Great Western Railroad Charles Merkert Earn H. Coger H. Helman Fred Horton Dodge Center Minn Twin City Limited Oelwein Minneapolis Des Moines Dodge Center Reading Viasaty Hastings Limited Roy Higgins Ingineer

All Were Killed In Port Bowkley Train Crash

Joshua Butler his wife and infant perished when the eastbound Black Diamond express struck their carriage at Port Bowkley six miles from Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania. The horse carriage and occupants were thrown. the infant died after being found on the locomotive tender. Butler died within an hour. Also reported fifth anniversary of American occupation in San Juan and wage increase for 30,000 miners. Kearsarge arrives Bar Harbor after 2930 mile voyage from The Needles in 9 days 4.5 hours.

Wilkesbarre Joshua Butler Black Diamond Express Lehigh Valley Railroad Port Bowkley Butler Kenarsarce Bar Harbor Kearsarge Needles England

Relief for Flood Sufferers in Silesia

The Prussian ministry approves 2.5 million dollars for relief of Silesian flood victims. Typhus outbreak emerges at Glogau after floodwaters recede due to grain rot in fields.

Berlin Glogau

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