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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1901
Page
4
A column summarizes Hetty Green’s caution to women speculators and notes a statistician’s crime taxation estimate of 200 million dollars with criminals’ annual income at 400 million. It cites a census director predicting 300 million Americans by 2000 and muses on prophecy’s lasting reputational effect.
Bank clerks will be photographed as an added security measure. If any clerk absconds, depositors may view the image in the frame and voice comments.
A Pennsylvania woman walked 28 miles to experience her first railroad ride but disliked the iron horse so much she turned back and walked home. The idea of a 56 mile tramp suggests the strenuous life may be too much for most people.
The passage mocks politicians who promise abundance to gain power. It notes a mere quart of plums cannot satisfy the many seekers who would take a train load, envisioning a leader who duplicates miracles and becomes president for life.
The passage notes Rhode Island led in population density at Washington’s inauguration and remains first today. It cites densities per square mile: 1790 with 63, 1840 about 100, 1860 161, and 1900 407 people per square mile.
The death of Sir Walter Besant and Robert Buchanan marks a sharp loss for England. Both authors were celebrated for poetry and novels and active in social reform efforts, leaving a significant literary and civic legacy.
A leading life insurance company, on petition of prominent policy holders, has introduced a special and more favorable rate for those who abstain from alcoholic beverages. British companies have favored total abstainers for years.
Officials in Washington claim there is little cause for alarm as the Chinese exclusion law expires in eleven months, arguing that a treaty with China mirrors its provisions and remains effective through 1904 even if Congress does not extend the act.
Six surviving New York governors elected between 1879 and 1898 include Cornish 1879, Cleveland 1882, Hill 1885, Morton 1891, Black 1896, and Roosevelt 1898. Cleveland became president, Hill a senator, and Roosevelt a vice president, marking the national reach of three among them.
A New York baggage smasher tried to wreck a trunk in a car corner. Explosives were found in the trunk. If he repossesses good conduct, the baggage man may leave the hospital and return to work next month. Travelers sympathize with the injured man.
A glossy daydream of wealth and leisure contrasts with a St. Louis youth who abandons gimlet amusements for a hard working apprentice life in a steel mill. The piece comments on the allure of wealth versus the discipline of labor in a 19th century context.
London police arrest Earl Russell Jon on bigamy charges after he wed in Nevada. If English law recognizes those Nevada divorces, the case tests how American divorces are treated in Britain. A Nevada divorce could boost Nevada tourism if upheld.
The piece notes doctors have long searched for the microbe causing rheumatic fever. It recalls past suspects such as staphylococcus pyrogenes albus and streptococcus, and says the diplococcus is now thought guilty, implying a small microorganism with a long name is the culprit.
A brief excerpt discusses efforts by philanthropic workers to reform neglected children and address after maturity issues of idleness and vice. The tone reflects early 20th century social reform concerns and the role of workers in turning around troubled youth.
A weekly roundup covers Washington updates and regional reports. Doctors say Mrs Me Kinley is out of danger while sugar beet plans aim to boost U S production in ten years. Adjt Gen Corbin heads to San Francisco en route to Manila. Army totals on July 1 reach 77 000, short of the planned level by about 7 000. War stamp taxes reform set to take effect July 1, affecting bank checks telegraphs receipts money orders deeds conveyances and bills of lading.
In Jamestown N Y the Swedish Lutheran synod refused to alter its rules barring secret society members from church membership A joint Episcopal commission reported clergymen may not join in wedlock with divorced persons.
Hopeville witnesses two deaths as a two mile long mountain slide buries a valley. The incident adds to a day of national discrepancies including endowment talks and political upheavals across multiple states.
After a brief illness ex-Gov. Ilazen Pingree of Detroit died in London at age 59. A new tariff war has begun as Russia imposes a high rate on American goods including rifles and bicycles. Gen. Botha and Boer leaders reportedly reject Kruger's authority.
Summary of diverse items including Corean killings in Quelpaert, the bid on Adelina Petit’s Wales castle, pro Boer resolutions in London, Philippine language decisions, Alpine ascent near 10 500 feet, secret Mexican coinage, Philippine Independence Day display, Russian tariff retaliation, MacDonald interview on China, Cape Colony settlers joining the Boers, and Cuban views on the Platt Amendment.
A cyclone near Napier Nebraska killed Jacob Greening his wife and four children and Ida and Clara Anderson. Mrs Anderson and two children were injured and extensive property damage occurred.
Legend of a vast flood sweeps through Bluefield to Vivian yard washing Keystone and many coal plants away. Life loss estimated around 200 with property damage near 2 million dollars. Bridges destroyed and rail service disrupted delaying relief efforts as bodies were seen floating in the Elkhorn basin.
A severe weekend storm lashed Pittsburgh and nearby areas with high winds and heavy rain. Three deaths were reported and widespread damage including flooded streets, collapsed structures, and wrecked railroad cars. Major losses were estimated around 200000 dollars.
Washington reports that after Taft was named civil governor a new order designates Gen. Chaffee as military governor of the Philippines. Military HQs move from Malacayan and Ayuntamiento to new posts as Taft plans civil offices. Orders are sent by cable to Manila.
Chicago crowds watched 55,000 attend the Washington Park Derby where Robert Waddell ridden by James Bullman won by lengths in 2 33 4 5. Ter minus second Parader third the purse totals 19575 for the winner and 40000 plus in admissions and bets. Washington also reported new commissions and Alaska Columbia department consolidation. Choate returns healthy to London post recovery.
An elderly reader storms the Denver Times office demanding his paper be halted after an article. the circulation manager orders the press stopped and the staff to halt production as Anderson quits.
The Baltimore and Ohio railroad offers the shortest through route with solid trains from Chicago or Pittsburg to Washington, continuing to the Capitol City for all through east and west trains. An artistic and practical Guide to Washington is on sale at principal B&O ticket offices or mailed for fifteen cents. Address D B Martin Manager Passenger Traffic B&O RR Baltimore Md.
In a Philadelphia shop a clerk showcases a cup and saucer set marked forty nine cents. Customer Mr Porquepacque notes the design lacks a mustache guard, sparking a brief exchange on proper pairing and value.
The itinerary includes leisurely stops in the Park with private coaches and Pullman sleepers and diners. Escort provided by the American Tourist Association led by Beau Campbell General Manager. Depart Chicago July 9 at 10:00 p m via the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway.
In Columbus Ohio a student asks the Principal for instruction on how to eat olives at a social training school. The exchange centers on learning manners and etiquette within the school setting.
Do Your Feet Ache and Burnt Shake into your shoes Allen's Foot Kase a powder for the feet It makes tight or New Shoes Feel Easy Cures Corns Itching Swollen Hot Callous Smarting Sore and Sweating Feet All Druggists and Shoe Stores sell it 25c Sample sent FREE Ad dress Allen S Olmsted Le Roy NY
Three expeditions seek the south pole while six pursue the opposite pole, yielding nine new faces on the lecture platform next year. Piso's Cure praised as best medicine for throat and lung affections by Wm Endsley of Van Buren Indiana on February 10, 1900.
A Denver Times note mocks an Illinois woman Her Lack who insulted her husband calling him a jackass and later became angry when he called her his better half The snippet reflects a humorous or satirical tone about domestic disputes and labeling.
Hartford Post notes a claimed one hour cure for a cold by Hoxsie's remedy priced at 50 cents. A separate item mocks efforts to add nicotine free tobacco to product lists as an example of unlikely trends.
Mrs Chappell of Grant Park Illinois urges women to seek Mrs Pinkham’s advice and use Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. Her story claims the remedy cured ovarian and womb inflammation and she vouches for its effectiveness. Address in Lynn Mass provided with free advice.
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