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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1905
Page
6
The Express reports plans to connect the imperial palace in Peking with ministerial offices by telephone. It notes unrelated facts about Germany servant girls’ bank accounts, Japan’s Lake Diwa, imperial dining customs, a bankrupt lawyer’s sugar price claim, confectionery packing changes, and armor thickness on battleships.
Public figures in France express alarm at rising insanity crime and disease blamed on absinthe and other alcoholic drinks. The Paris Temps urges favoring natural hygienic beverages while hindering spirits from poorly rectified alcohol to curb a social and national peril.
The article asserts President Roosevelt would be poorer by 118 398 dollars if he paid for all railroad trips since becoming president. It claims he has never traveled except in private cars or special trains and has “lived on the trains” with guests. It states 40 trips since September 1901 and a distance of 56 407 miles.
London lays out 22 million dollars annually for poor relief with 28 in every 1000 people on relief. In West Ham 40 000 people were reported on the edge of starvation. Unemployed and unable to work, many destitute are described as human wrecks needing charity or death.
The average daily visitors to the Congressional Library in Washington are 2,400, excluding large event days. The peak turnout occurred on March 4 last with 48,000 visitors viewing the building.
The article argues a practical decision on sana toria for consumptive patients is near. If private philanthropy fails, government action may be needed. The public, especially the poor, has a strong stake in resolving this issue for humanity and self protection.
Consul Hamm of Hull England outlines city owned street-railway operations. Fare is two cents a mile with ten miles of double tracked lines in use. Last year gross income reached 445000 dollars, operating costs about 233000 dollars, leaving a gross profit of 212000 dollars.
A rare Spirit bird from the East Indies is now with a New York dealer priced at 82500 dollars. The dove sized bird features iridescent blue black plumage with white wing bars, orange beak legs and feet, and yellow caruncles at the neck. In varying light its plumage reveals violet purple and blue hues, making it a striking specimen.
Far from New York a four acre farm operates its own electric plant. The owner generates lighting and heating power and feeds other farm operations. Water from a large stream drops 60 feet and 150 feet powering wheels that drive a motor of immense horsepower, which in turn runs several smaller motors.
June reports from Christiania and Stockholm detail Norway's storthing declaring King Oscar no longer sovereign, with Norway and Sweden moving toward separate consular systems and the tricolor replacing the union flag amid ceremonies. Crown Prince Gustave attended events as Norway seeks a new prince from the Bernadotte line.
A Chicago conference between a teamsters union committee and employer reps failed to settle the strike. Key issues were police guards on wagons manned by nonunion workers and the conduct of express companies. The talks ended with peace still distant and hostilities likely to renew.
Washington June 10 In a note made public at the White House by Secretary Loeb the president urges Russia and Japan to open direct peace negotiations without intermediaries. He offers to assist with preliminaries for a meeting and notes both governments have welcomed the proposal. A formal reply may take days but assurances of interest are in hand.
Judge James Leathers of Marion County Superior Court ruled the anti cigarette law constitutional except where it conflicts with the interstate commerce law. The decision in the state versus W W Lowry discharges Lowry who was indicted for smoking a cigarette. The state will appeal to test the law. Smokers may import but not sell or give away cigarettes.
In Mississippi on June 10, Harvey Bolding killed his divorced wife and Harvey Hill at the home near Gibson after locating Hill there. Bolding, who had remarried after divorce, escaped and remains at large.
Berlin reports the wedding of Crown Prince Frederick William to Duchess Cecilia of Mecklenburg Schwerin in the palace chapel. A 21 gun salute rang out from Berlin plazas, garrisons, and ships at the moment the ceremony began, as a grand European gathering observed the Lutheran service.
Pittsburg June 7 James Hazen Hyde is no longer a director of the Frick banks in this city His resignation was received Monday and was accepted by the boards This follows H C Fricks declaration that he would not sit on a board with Hyde again
G H Wright editor of the Hinsdale Illinois Republican died aboard the National Editorial association train Friday night from epilepsy. He was 70 years old. His daughter Miss Fae accompanied him. The body was left at Enid Oklahoma in charge of a committee.
Two men died and several others were injured when the west bound overland passenger collided with a newspaper special on the Salt Lake railway about four miles from Riverside. The accident occurred Tuesday. Leaves Money to Charity in Milwaukee Will of William E. Cramer filed Friday provides over $30,000 to Milwaukee charities across denominations. He had given large benevolence in life.
The At las Glass companys factory in the fourth ward was destroyed by fire Friday night causing a total loss of 50000 dollars.
The Edgar County national bank in Paris Illinois was wrecked by dynamite early Thursday. The blast also destroyed two adjacent stores. The vault was destroyed while the smaller safe containing funds remained intact after being overturned.
Reports from Manila state Enrique Daguhob, head of Sami insurrection, and 39 followers were killed on June 4. Advices received confirm the massacre as authorities pursue the uprising. In Kansas City, Millers’ National federation opens its third annual convention with President Espenshied addressing attendees.
Fire swept the extensive mills of the Granite Linen Company at Wortendyke New Jersey destroying the plant Thursday. Loss is estimated at about 150000 dollars. No further details on causes or casualties were provided.
Salm Smith aged 100 the oldest resident of the Lake Superior copper country died in Hancock on Wednesday after living there 25 years.
A sweeping tornado like storm across Wisconsin and Michigan leaves at least four dead and many injured. Fond du Lac reports 20 streets underwater and $100,000 in losses, with the Eldorado dam failing and log rafts threatening boats. Chippewa Falls sees drownings near a bridge. Grand Rapids reports train wrecks and rising floods, while Ionia and other Grand River tributaries subside. vast farm damage and floods extend to Holland and Traverse City with potential farm losses near $1,000,000. Continuous disruptions include multiple drownings, washed out dams, and widespread agricultural devastation.
Disaster at Plymouth England as submarine A-8 sinks after three explosions at dawn. Eighteen aboard including regular crew and trainees. fourteen drowned with survivors rescued as vessels and divers rushed to the scene.
Milwaukee June 8 Edward Strauss, a convicted bribe taker, allegedly made a sweeping confession implicating nearly the entire county board, numerous business men, and several top public service officials in grafting schemes. The statement claims amounts near $500,000 and details scores of deals on both sides.
The Grand River continues to rise in Grand Rapids. Up river points report stationary or falling levels. Water covers Front Street south of Bridge Street. South end homes are flooded and workers fight to save the north end dyke, facing an even chance of failure.
George Craner aged 60 and Mrs. Benjamin Craner aged 1 are dead in Marion Ohio after entering a damp well to rescue each other. Benjamin Craner and Harry Winters are in serious condition as they were overcome during the rescue attempts. Neighbors later pulled the bodies from the well.
Paul Morton was elected chairman of the Equitable Life Assurance Society on June 10 as the navy secretary nears retirement. The move spurs resignations of President James W. Alexander and several vice presidents, while James H. Hyde divests major control but keeps a significant stake amid a Hyde estate sale to Thomas F. Ryan.
Berlin reports the sudden death of Prince Leopold von Hohenzollern cousin of Emperor William. He had come to attend Crown Prince Frederick William’s wedding and was noted as the Spanish throne candidate who precipitated the Franco-Prussian War.
Lant K. Salsbury former city attorney and key witness in bribery trials was sentenced by Judge Wolcott in superior court in Grand Rapids Michigan to pay a $2000 fine for his confession of methods used to secure a city water contract.
Gov. Deneen issues proclamation designating June 14 as Illinois Flag Day and requests proper observance by decorating public and private buildings and residences with the United States flag in Springfield.
A head on collision between two trains near Spochard Texas on Friday left two trainmen dead and several others injured or uninjured. The incident occurred in Dallas county not far from Spochard.
The body of Thomas Lavelle a prominent local businessman was recovered from the river in St Joseph on Friday June 10 indicating possible suicide though ruling not yet determined police await further investigation and correlate circumstances.
Joseph Gawronsky a shoe merchant of 376 State street died at St Luke's hospital from three bullets fired by Benjamin Miller who said he killed him because he was jealous of Gawronsky's attention to Mrs Miller Miller confessed to police that jealousy prompted the shooting the incident occurred at Chicago on June 9.
The Knights of Columbus reelected all national officers led by Supreme Knight Edward L. Hearn and chose New Haven Conn as the site for the next national convention.
Wall Street financier Thomas W. Lawson loses time and money when a wind driven clock in front of a jeweler’s shop becomes a barter with a street urchin. He pays two hundred seven dollars for holding his horse and learns the clock’s dramatic display wastes his day.
Frank M. Russell of Cox Wisconsin suffered kidney disease and could not walk but after taking two boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills he recovered enough to work all day. He credits the remedy for his cure and calls it miraculous in Chippewa County.
A humorous exchange noting an area of the brain set aside for solving problems, attributed to a Kansas City Drovers Telegram item. The remark playfully echoes a classic question about brain function and naming.
Lockesburg Colony in Sevier County Arkansas with about 30000 acres and Loring Colony in Sabine Parish Louisiana about 24000 acres are now open for settlement. Lands cost 7 to 15 dollars per acre with easy terms for actual settlers. Lockesburg favors general farming stock raising and fruit growing and Loring offers fruit truck tobacco and corn cotton potential in a healthy land with good water. Contact G Warner and F Ei Roesler at Kansas City Missouri for books and Current Events Magazine.
A Chicago banker John Fargon critiques dissipation among the rich citing satirical rules for entering society from the New York Tribune. The piece weaves brief quips from Life Chicago Chronicle and Buffalo Express about manners, courtship, and self awareness.
A Washington Star quote frames graft as widespread yet Senator Sorghum counters that genuine graft is increasingly rare in what once was a proud, luxurious civilization. An apprehensive citizen voices concern about corruption in public life.
Emma confesses doubt about her husband’s self perception while noting she believes he may actually be different from how he thinks of himself. The exchange reflects social satire on marriage and self awareness.
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin advertised to combat stomach and bowel disorders with a strong injunction against malady. The ad claims swift relief and offers money back if it fails. Sold by druggists at 60 cents and 1 dollar. Includes a quote from a Pot hick philosopher about money and banks.
Reduced rates to Buffalo via Nickel Plate Road for annual meeting travel July 11 to 18 with long limit and stopover at Chautauqua Lake. Full agent information to J Y Calahan General Agent 111 Adams St Chicago Tl. The piece notes a Russian general kissing his soldiers and comments on why they should feel like fighting.
The article profiles Mr. Joseph Baysson from San Francisco who credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for curing his chronic indigestion. It highlights dyspepsia symptoms including stomach pain insomnia and irritability, praising the pills as the best remedy and noting their availability from druggists.
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