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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1897
Page
1
The report notes that those who seek influence to fix juries will face defeats similar to past cases, with two men leaving the county abruptly this week. It questions Governor Tanner’s role in shielding criminals whom Governor Drake recently wanted brought to Iowa to answer indictments.
The Manchester Daily News has been bought by Senator D. H. Young and R. R. Robinson, both politicians. If the purchase aims to boost political ambitions, it could prove a poor financial move but will provide rapid reporting experience in a small daily.
The Anamosian, long a monthly publication by C. E. Littlefield, will switch to a weekly schedule. It focuses on local church and literary news and will cover only strictly local ground.
Mr. John T. Hamilton of Cedar Rapids is discussed as a potential Democratic candidate for governor. A local Republican calls him a good man but unlikely to meet populist or party standards, given beliefs about wealth. Hamilton serves as an officer in several banks and is regarded as well off.
The Minneapolis piece argues Altgeld was never an idol to good citizens though socialists and anarchists may have admired him. His fall from grace over a bank failure run by a protege is unlikely to alter the views of those aligned with his socialist and disorganizing sympathies.
Judge G W Burnham announces via the Vinton Eagle that he will not run for supreme judge. He will remain on the district bench longer, citing a crowded field of capable candidates and hopes friends support him at the Republican convention. The article notes strong Republican candidates for the Kinne succession.
Judge Thompson commends for fining juror Milan 50 dollars for drinking and talking about the case. The juror, sworn in a murder case, communicated with outsiders and heard a hang the jury proposition. Judge Thompson is praised for stressing the duty and seriousness of jurors.
Sherman Yates bought the Tipton Advertiser from Mr. D. C. Mott and took possession June 1. Mott built a solid republican paper known for its reliable stance. Yates, a Tipton native and former Ida Grove schools superintendent, is expected to keep the paper prominent.
The board of supervisors chose Mr Barker formerly deputy in the county auditors office to fill the vacancy caused by Mr Richardson's resignation. Eight candidates had been considered and on informal ballot each member backed a different name, leading to Barker's appointment while candidates await the republican county convention in the fall.
Dispatches say Durant of San Francisco, a convicted murderer, invited his parents to witness his execution and they plan to attend. The case rests on circumstantial evidence, but this request is cited as indicating a degenerate character and lack of humane sensibilities.
The Dubuque head camp meeting exonerated administration over charges of extravagance though critics say funds were misused for personal gain. Delegates including state and district deputies observed tight controls, while urging closer scrutiny of those handling organization money.
The democratic county convention is called to convene in Anamosa on June 19 to select delegates to the democratic state convention.
Mr. H. H. Monroe formerly of Monticello and long time employee of the Express is named as an incorporator and organizer of the Riverside California Daily Press. The weekly publication is described as prosperous and handsome in its typographical presentation. Monroe is wished success in the new venture.
Manchester plans an exceptional Fourth of July celebration with abundant riot of patriotism and red fire. Attendees can expect a grand, royal, and patriotic event in the city with no half measures.
The annual session at Jones County Normal Institute in Monticello Iowa runs from June 21 to July 2. The faculty is described as exceptionally strong and a high class lecture course will be a feature. Readers are urged to request the Institute Announcement from T. J. Cowan Co Supt Schools.
Within five months of taking possession of Formosa Japan constructed two railway lines, one stretching 50 miles and the other 35 miles, signaling rapid infrastructure expansion on the island.
The Dr Bobo trial features a juror dismissed for drunken bribery after being lured by Barker and Ralston of Anamosa. Court fined Milan 50 and jailed 15 days for contempt while the trial moved forward with eleven jurors. Evidence includes autopsy testimony, physician accounts, and defense medical experts arguing alternative causes of death. The jury likely will hear closing arguments this afternoon.
FL Duncan of Des Moines urges all Knights to attend the second annual picnic in the evening. Bring your ladies and friends to help make the event a grand success.
Practical household tips on daily habits cleaning lamps and drains kitchen care and health advice from the Philadelphia Record including turning mattresses drying towels polishing windows and preserving matting and cookware for better longevity and cleanliness.
Niagara Falls offers ideal summer scenery and a new stop-over benefit. The Nickel Plate Road promotes its Chicago to New York and Boston service with sleeping and dining cars. Beginning Sunday May 30 trains depart Chicago at 10 30 am 3 05 pm and 10 15 pm. J Y Calahan Gen Agent Chicago NL provides route information.
A Philadelphia city editor warns reporters to go home after a false two alarm fire text triggers a prank. Dick and the narrator stage a fake note about a bakery fire, briefly fooling the night desk before exposing themselves and apologizing to Buck, the editor. Mrs. John Sherman is noted as well read.
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