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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1897
Page
1
A century and a quarter ago Congress adopted the emblem that now bears the name Old Glory. The piece notes political hopefuls for county offices and questions the value of experience versus new candidates, with mentions of the Dubuque Herald and Daniel Kerr.
Des Moines Democrats push Judge Spurrier as a candidate for governor with optimistic talk and hints that he is a superior man in the party. The term spur ious is used as a nickname reflecting strong backing.
The Chicago Daily Tribune marked its fiftieth anniversary on the tenth, featuring a colored art supplement that showcased the paper’s enterprise and Chicago’s growth.
The Monticello board of supervisors splits the city into two townships at the late session. Residents outside the city had repeatedly sought detachment but lacked petitioners until now. the petition won by a narrow margin of one vote over the remonstrance.
The district may back Daniel Kerr at the county convention if Democratic colleagues stay loyal. Hamilton is out of the race but Uncle Dan is still in, seeking an endorsement. Review of Kerr's past career is noted while noting no mention of prohibition hobbies or protection beliefs.
In Marshalltown last week Rev James Hill of Cascade was elected chaplain of the State Encampment G A R for the coming year with the largest vote ever cast for the position. Comrades accorded him high respect for his service and bravery including a government medal for single handed capture of three rebels.
The Jones county assessment table shows Monticello atop the grand total of taxable property including substantial personal property and money and credits. The county’s overall taxable value exceeds six million dollars, with Monticello reporting the largest grand total and a notably high money and credits figure.
Last Friday flowers were handed to 600 prisoners by Anamosa residents on Flower Mission Day. Readers note skepticism about rehabilitation efforts amid accounts of district court close and multiple cases including a six month sentence for Dell Wiggins and a divorce verdict favoring the wife with custody of children.
A dairy study shows butterfat tests fluctuate daily even with careful testing. Cows' mood and weather influence results. cows restless for grass lower fat readings while well fed cows kept in stalls show steadier milk. The mystery cause remains unknown.
A fragment from Bits quotes a husband asking how to help his wife who lies awake at night. The doctor’s response is to get home earlier, reflecting a domestic concern and a practical remedy.
Eva D Kellogg at the institute announces a grand lecture course starting June 23. Alice Dawson and Sadie Alexander plan Cornell study. Prin D R Perkins is re elected at Oxford Junction with higher pay. New teachers named in Monticello and Olin, Arbor Day held, and library drives noted with several school boards re electing staff despite some resignations.
The report lists May and June class graduations for Monticello and nearby towns with numbers and dates, noting Monticello class of 14 and several other communities. It also mentions Mary Marvin declining a higher grade position and several teachers refusing to sign contracts.
The Jones county normal institute meets at Monticello Iowa starting Monday June 2146 at 8 am and continues two weeks. A team of instructors led by Dy 1k White and Supt J F Saylor will present lectures in arithmetic geography reading grammar and physics with evening entertainments by Eva Kellogg Morgan Wood and others.
The article promotes the cataract as a premier summer tourist destination and highlights Nickel Plate Road’s enhanced service between Chicago New York and Boston. Effective Sunday May 30 trains offer ten day stop overs on first and second class tickets for visitors to visit the falls. J Y Calahan general agent Chicago TN provides information.
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