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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1900
Page
8
Dr. Talmage preaches on Mark 4 39 from a Europe sermon in which Christ calms the storm and commands peace and be still He urges having Christ in the ship in every venture noting persecution and trials for believers and the church will prevail despite fears and revivals
A preacher extols great revivals as divine works while warning against fearing their size. He recalls John Livingston stopping a Somerville revival, urges openness to heaven sent gales, and notes Jesus calming storms showing both humanity and divinity. The sermon comforts believers facing loss, urging trust that God keeps the faithful and guides them to heavenly harbor.
Judge notes this letter from Farmer Wayrake explains one diamond stud reportedly fell into sawdust during packing. He promises no prosecution or questions if the item is returned, framing the matter as a personal recovery rather than a formal crime.
Representative Brosius announces a treasury based review showing total bonds refunded amounting to 360 million with net savings of 6.66 million and total bonds exchanged at 260.02 million. The report lists 244 approved applications for new banks with 5.38 million in capital and 508 total authority applications.
An old Dakota farmer on a train argues Congress should bolster American ships with subsidies to reduce payments to European shipping. He cites a large trade surplus with Europe, future gains from a protected carrying trade, and a plan to dominate global markets through continued exports of cotton, corn, meat, and manufactured goods. The speaker signs as Eli Perkins.
The department of agriculture figures show Iowa livestock value up nearly 45 million dollars under McKinley. Cattle and cows lead gains with totals reaching about 123.99 million in 1895 while other items like horses and shoe stock add to the rise. Farmers see the era as a strong object lesson in increasing farm wealth.
The excerpt compares per capita circulation of money among England and the United States. It notes the United States has a per capita figure over $26 and rising, illustrating relative wealth.
W N Gorn a 22 year old farm laborer was arrested in Lincoln Nebraska at Corning authorities request for bigamy. He admits guilt and returns to Corning with Sheriff W V Morris. He has three wives married within the last year and has not divorced any.
A severe rainstorm wrecked all Willow creek bridges near Clear Take. Lightning killed many livestock as rain fell for about four hours. The lake rose eight inches and the creek four feet before falling. Crop and property damage are considerable, with livestock losses totaling $3,000.
The Traveling Men Grand Council of Iowa United Travelers of America met in Des Moines and voted to hold the next council meeting in Sioux City. Elected officers include Grand Councilor W. I. Trexler of Des Moines and secretary D. M. Morry of Sioux City.
At the fifty seventh annual communication in Cedar Rapids of the A M and A M of Town others were elected grand master William W laton Osage senior grand warden Sumner Miller Guttenberg junior grand warden James J Bruce Anita land secretary T B Parvin Cedar Rapids grand treasurer M B P Miller Washington
The report notes generally favorable conditions for field work and crop growth with ample rainfall. Some light damage from heavy showers in two northern areas. Good progress cultivating corn with excellent conditions overall. cornouts rank in the south while hay is scarce in the north and adequate elsewhere.
Charles D Reinhart aged 28 owner of Reinhart flats in Sioux City and wealthy land owner shot and killed his wife aged 35 whom he wed three months ago at Ode bolt and then fatally shot himself. Police say the crime was planned after a quarrel.
A. J. Wolmes of Boone, former congressman and two term lawmaker, was dechired insane by a commission. He previously served as sergeant at arms of the House after leaving his seat, with general troubles cited as the cause.
Sam Murray a Dubuque Omnibus baggage checkman died tackling a runaway team. Chris Amondson aged 15 died after a school incident in Eldora. Iowa reports smallpox in What Cheer and multiple drownings in Dunlap and Clarinda. New charters and bankruptcies appear in Vinton Lyons and Dasart. A Mount Union bank charter and a $45 000 Mount Vernon church dedication are noted along with a Muscatine library gift and a Randall fire loss.
Ohioan Jacob Bromwell argues for President McKinley’s reelection, citing rising bank deposits in national and state banks, increased loan and trust depositor counts, and falling bank failures. He notes wage gains, better farm prices, and especially wool prices under a protective tariff, urging Ohio voters to back the Republican ticket.
In March 1892 during Cleve laud's inauguration deposits in U S national banks stood at 1 751 Aso37d. By 1696 they fell by BLO00G6,000 and three years later, in 1800, rose by nearly 600 million. The record shows March 1893 figures and scattered digits.
New York bankers have loaned France $15,000,090 and express willingness to lend more. The note hints at prosperity as bankers travel abroad to secure funds for Ex-Representative Belford who left the demo-pop alliance and rejoined the Republican party.
A quirky effort by Mr. Clark aims to introduce a trick democratic donkey into the United States senate, notable for its novelty.
Jeff Warrison, once a U S prisoner at Anamosa with two life sentences for robbery, has been released after President McKinley signed the papers. Details show he earned clemency through relentless appeal, shell trinket sales for funds, and a pivotal audience secured in Washington.
A Washington message to John H. King of Huron South Carolina states that the Griffin land contest has been decided by the secretary of the interior in Griffin’s favor. The 80 acre tract lies near Sheldon worth about 80000 dollars. Griffin’s claim traces to 1882 when filings were made with the Des Moines registrar and the Sioux City and Pacific Railway held the title by purchase. The case was sent to the general land office and later to the secretary of the interior after an appeal.
A Clarinda boy named Herman Voll reportedly created a toy gun with twelve rows of twelve rifles mounted on a wagon, capable of firing bullets up to 248 feet. The device, described as a potent killer, attracted attention from Congress and Tephurn, highlighting its dangerous potential and large output of darts.
Judge Shiras of the federal court in Dubuque rules that a wife with a valid claim exceeding 500 against her husband can petition to bankrupt him. The decision hinges on whether a provable claim is considered a debt provable in bankruptcy under the law.
A huge zinc ore deposit was uncovered at Alpine Zinc Mining in Dubuque and will take 20 years to exhaust. Discoverer C. Lt. Goldthorpe is named by Gov. Shaw as a delegate from Iowa to the 1923 International Miners Convention in Milwaukee, where 10 000 men will attend. He will represent the Dubuque mineral district.
The Business Men's association celebrated its anniversary with a grand banquet at the Arlington hotel in Sheldon Iowa. Mayor I T Piper served as toastmaster and many leading citizens responded to toasts. The Sheldon band provided music as the city plans a regular Fourth of July celebration.
Des Moines promoter matched Tommy Crooks against Jaddie Croake of Clinton and Jimmy Graham of Des Moines for a 25 round catchweight fight in Des Moines on June 15. Croake will weigh 145 pounds while his opponent targets about 165 for the state championship purse.
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