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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1899
Page
5
The article argues that dignified congressmen differ from typical politicians as they jockey for Henderson support, while comparing French justice in Dreyfus to America’s lynching parties in a harsh, uncivilized light.
Several editors in the Fifth district inquire if President Taylor will arrange a summer outing. They urge Taylor to provide guidance on the event and details.
The article notes unity within the Republican ranks across conventions, generating unexpected enthusiasm that even Democrats publicly acknowledge. It highlights the heightened energy and apparent cohesion among Republican members.
Ohio Republicans adjourned their state convention with spirited cheers and optimism about unity. The scene suggested smooth prospects for the party unless a mishap affects Senator Foraker's position or influence.
Florronism is rising at Town College as college authorities seek a remedy. Mayor Jones of Toledo Ohio has been invited to deliver the commencement address amid campus debates.
The Manchester Press celebrated its twenty eighth birthday last Thursday praising its vigor as a top country newspaper in Iowa. It notes the paper has remained in the same family for the full period except for two years.
The Carroll Frerald reports that Non. B. L. Salinger, Iowa Supreme Court reporter, will seek Grand Chancellor at the Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias meeting in Davenport this August. Ben is noted as a hustler who will teach other candidates self-promotion tactics if needed.
The passage argues Chicago dailies would gain favor with Iowans if they stopped attacking Col Henderson after Hopkins withdraws, noting Chicago journalism vilifies competitors while the Tribune stands as an exception.
Reports from Greene county indicate Dolliver shows more support than the Des Moines candidate in the effort to push the senatorial fight to the Republican convention. In a Cummins safe county, Dolliver backers blocked county convention instructions, and the plan to carry the fight to every county appears likely to backfire on any candidate who persists.
The Dubuque Herald criticizes Mr. Bryan's free silver speeches and bid for re nomination. It argues the slogan has faded and warns Democrats oppose reviving the beaten issue. The piece notes Republicans nationwide hope Bryan runs again to force the silver question.
The report notes Col Henderson has expanded his base beyond sectional lines as Massachusetts and Maryland pledge support. It states he allegedly holds 102 pledged votes with 938 needed to nominate in caucus, while other candidates may withdraw. Henderson claims no pledges or promises have been made.
R B Curtis a five year bigamist from Jones County self publishes Five Years at Anamosa through the prison press. The book includes libelous attacks and boasts, with portraits of officials, and it prompts the warden to destroy copies amid questions about prison censorship and the chaplain’s supervision.
In Taina county and Jones county Republicans resist placing the Cummins designation on the slate. Des Moines supporters of Cummins have attempted to stir local opinion, but Gear’s allies appear ready to block a county convention push and keep the senatorial contest out of local politics.
In the great western trotting circuit races at Independence Davenport and Dubuque are off due to few entries. The Davenport and Dubuque events will be held only because the city secured the horse review stakes with less than a half dozen filled, according to circuit secretary Mr Farwell.
Governor Shaw will deliver the Fourth of July speech at Preston in Jackson county, with local officials inviting residents to attend the ceremony and festivities.
Congressmen Cousins announces a June 15 examination in Cedar Rapids for young men seeking nomination to the United States Naval Academy. Unlike Full, Cousins allows any party, and the top scorers in both physical and mental tests will win the coveted prize, offering a chance to become a future Dewey.
Article discusses chrysanthemum culture from Harpers Bazaar urging readers to read about proper growing. It notes many can grow the flower but few grow it well due to misapprehensions of plant nature and needs.
John Thomson strained his back while freeing hogs from a barn timbered by a Sunday storm. He settled with Hartford Insurance for 465 dollars covering his loss. about 100 dollars of pigs were uninsured. The Wyoming Journal reports the incident.
Congressman Cousins returned home after days away supporting Col. Henderson for speaker. He now believes Henderson will win, and recent bias within the past days removes doubts about the outcome, signaling the speakership may go west of the Mississippi. Tipton Arbertiser.
A memorial day observation notes saloons shut and business suspended as crowds gather. The writer Anaimose Itureku remarks the absence of intoxicated men is refreshing amid the common drunkenness of the era.
The notice announces a round trip fare to Cleveland Ohio via Nickel Plate Road for June 25 and 26 with return by June 29 1899. Three through trains daily depart from Chicago depot at Van Buren Street and Pacific Avenue on the Elevated Loop. For more information contact General Agent 111 Adams Street Chicago.
The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway offers daily excursion tickets to Clear Lake at one third fare for the round trip through September 30. All passenger trains will stop at the lake, promoted as a premier Northwest summer resort.
Advertises a round trip excursion to Cleveland Ohio aboard the Nickel Plate Road on June 25 and 26 with return validity through June 29 1890. Depart Chicago depot at Van Buren Street and Pacific Avenue with agent address 111 Adams Street Chicago. Also promotes Weeks Break-Up a Cold Tablets price 25 cents with no cure no pay guarantee.
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