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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1898
Page
1
Maquoketa and Bellevue Leader dispute coverage on state politics while Washington Press cites ex Governor Larrabee criticizing the board of control. Des Moines experiences suggest National Guard members may influence future state politics when they return.
The excerpt notes Doc Hutchins being commissioned in the army commissary with captain rank and pay, and questions what the Republican state convention will do for a reading clerk. It also recalls Hutchins often acting as prompter when denied the clerk role.
The Anamosian weekly began in the shire town two years ago and has ceased publication. Publisher Mr. Littlefield tried to sell the country paper for $1 per year but failed. Income was insufficient to sustain the venture amid stronger papers.
The death of former Iowa Governor Cyrus C Carpenter is announced at his Fort Dodge home Sunday night. Carpenter lived in Fort Dodge since 1854 and held multiple public roles including governor in 1872 and two terms in Congress. The obituary highlights his service and influence on Iowa's prosperity.
The Marshalltown Republican convention adopted a resolution lauding congressman Robert G. Cousins for his character and achievements. It says his record reflects honor on Iowa and the Fifth district and extends congratulations on his deserved and unanimous renomination.
General Fitzhugh Lee writes a general review of Spanish rule in Cuba based on his Havana Consul General observations and experiences. The June McClure's Magazine piece is illustrated and offers firsthand perspectives on the era.
E R Moore returned from Sterling Illinois last Monday to attend the funeral of his father who died after a prolonged illness. The elder Moore passed away before his arrival and the funeral was held last Saturday as noted in these columns.
The piece argues that the United States must adopt a gold standard to protect the nation’s credit and monetary stability. It criticizes silver bimetalism and international attempts at bi metalism that failed, urging Republicans to settle on a gold standard and disengage from silver.
The Chicago Herald argues the president seeks thorough army preparation before any Cuba action. He would delay sending seasoned troops until Cervera’s fleet is neutralized and after the rainy season. Aims to end the war without costly sacrifices, praising restraint over pressuring cries for immediate invasion.
The article praises Iowa’s congressional delegation for eloquence and impact. It highlights Cousins Dolliver Henderson Hepburn Lacey Hull Perkins as notable figures and notes Iowa’s large Union Army contribution with several members having Civil War service.
The Marshall county Republican convention pledges Mr. Cousins for re nomination in the Fifth District by acclamation. Support across the district state and nation is strong as Cousins enjoys favor with Speaker Reed President McKinley and leading lawmakers. He is praised as the district’s most eloquent speaker whose past speeches are noted in American literature.
A competitive examination process will select a Fifth Congressional District cadet for West Point to enter June 19, 1899. A Cedar Rapids exam on June 17 includes physical and academical tests with county certification and parental consent. The top scorer earns the cadet appointment with a runner up named as alternate.
Cedar Rapids Record notes tacit renomination for Judges Thompson and Remley with no opposition. The main contest centers on the third judge as Linn County wields 28 votes to 26 held by Jones and Cedar counties. Warren Harman of Linn City seeks unanimous county support to secure the nomination.
Starting Saturday June 4 the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway will offer weekly excursion tickets to Clear Lake. Tickets are valid for return until the following Monday at a round trip price of 2.50 dollars.
The Anamosa Hureka deplores late night gatherings on school grounds and unauthorized entries into the school building. It urges officers to arrest loiterers or trespassers on public property and supports stern measures to curb the depravity and risk of arson.
The Cedar Rapids Republican reports ex Governor Shaw staffer William Jr son of Larrabee has enlisted as a private in the Fort Dodge company. He left his colonel post to serve, praising front line honors over political pull. Hubbard Jr. declined political advancement to seek combat as a lieutenant on a war vessel.
Mrs. Cutler's son Henry has enlisted and sails for the Philippines after drilling trench work on the Pacific coast. C. E. Merriam, 93, earns a Columbia professorship in Political Economy. Benedict reports forty two rats found in his trap at the Cam Orr farm. Etta Dalrymple marries George Nordmann at the home of her parents. Thos. Dewald narrowly escapes serious injury when his wagon wheel passes over him.
In a terse note, two Ana mosa girls reportedly walked to Monticello with two unfamiliar men. The writer notes community anger if horses were stolen suggesting pursuit beyond town lines. The piece urges readers to consider how to respond.
The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway offers daily excursion tickets to Clear Lake through September 30. Clear Lake is described as a premier Northwest summer resort attracting travelers.
The Cascarte Courier reports Mrs Dunnigan and Mrs Mc Bride suffered leg injuries after falling into an excavation for water mains due to missing warning lights. The marshal failed to place a lantern as ordered by the mayor. Prairieburg notes W M Welch of Monticello visited to discuss trading Monticello property for the Boulder house, with no clear outcome.
A New York Times passage recalls Big Simmons on Wall Street near the old Federal Hall as the 18th century tavern’s autocrat of good cheer. Guests included Jefferson Franklin Hamilton Chancellor Livingston and Washington, with his vast frame prompting doors to be cut for his coffin in death.
Contemporary Review laments a total state watch over Russian life with police as a god, bans on meetings and lectures, and permits required for social events, while noting mass education fuels potential crisis amid a brutal passport regime.
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