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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1907
Page
5
A collage of witty notes on divorce trends rail safety airships and taxes. Miscellaneous items cover Gov Stokes service and a New Jersey teacher past, Caruso’s salary, dog fears, census work hours and economic jests.
An enterprising New Yorker offers sets of forty red white and yellow labels for baggage that mimic hotel, steamship line and railroad stamps. Each label bears a date and several itineraries, sold for five dollars, with high demand at the dealer's shop.
Renewed interest in preserving the Alhambra in Granada has brought together building experts and influential citizens to plan restoration. The palace begun in the 13th century endured damage from the 1812 French evacuation towers and the 1821 earthquake. Queen Isabella supported restoration efforts starting in 1862 to restore it toward its original state.
The latest Chinese census reports a population of 400 million, capable of shaping world events if awakened. Military scholars warn of potential Asiatic depredation, urging Europe to stay vigilant and prepared against distant invasion fears.
A playful observation notes how Carnegie medals of heroism are traded into pawnbrokers where the three golden balls advertise lending on collateral of any size. The piece hints at broader themes of value and money in difficult times.
A witty remark notes automakers threaten horses but now the horse earns about $100 more in the market than ever before, highlighting a surprising moment of elevated demand and price.
The oldest member of the British House of Commons died after 40 years of service and repeated election campaigns. The obituary notes his long tenure and hints that if he had followed American campaigning styles he might not have endured as long.
The Washington Herald notes the little Spanish prince deserves better than being burdened with 12 names. It reflects on family, kindness, and the child's future under public notice.
Prosecution rests after presenting remittance evidence linking William D. Haywood to Frank Steunenberg murder. Handwriting expert ties Pettibone to Orchard money in San Francisco. defense seeks acquittal citing lack of corroboration. Attorneys Richardson Borah and Darrow argue over statutory requirements and conspiracy claims.
Telegraph operators for Western Union and Postal Telegraph in San Francisco and Oakland walk out at 8:30 p.m. demanding a 25 percent wage raise. The walkout follows a critical letter from Western Union president and union leadership backing the action. Local strike to remain confined unless outside operators are brought in.
San Francisco authorities suspend Mayor Eugene Schmitz under District Attorney Langdon. Supervisor James L Gallagher acts as mayor until the supreme court rules on bail and a potential new trial. If Schmitz gains bail Gallagher would resign immediately.
Des Moines voters approved a new plan of government replacing ward based elections with five citywide commissioners. One acts as mayor while four head departments. all other offices become appointive and full time city roles.
Six women were arrested Friday for alleged roles in the mob that attempted to lynch Alfred Bouland, a miner accused of bigamy. The claimed first wife of Bouland, a mob leader, was freed on own recognizance to stay away from Assumption. Bouland was acquitted of bigamy earlier. The arrestees include Mrs Gus Dysart, Mrs Prudent Rogers, Mrs Paul Ducha, Mrs Caroline Mowington, Mary Budman, and Mary Buboyce.
An auto accident at Caianello, about 100 miles from Naples, killed five men including Prince Pescara. The speeding car struck a rock and was demolished, triggering widespread mourning among Italy’s nobility and aristocracy in the region.
A severe Michigan storm Friday left Frank Stirner of Kalamazoo dazed after being struck while trimming a spruce, and farmer George Hawley killed plowing nearby. In Onaway, Mrs. Stephen Curtis also died from a lightning strike.
Isidor Wormser banker died Friday night after a two week struggle with a severe gout attack. He was 77 years old and had been in critical condition since the illness began.
In Hoylake England Arnaud Massey becomes the first non British Isles winner of the Open with a 312 stroke total. He secures the title on Friday marking a historic G golf milestone.
In Jasper Florida W W Barton a carpenter fired on his wife and three children and then killed himself at their home. Officials suggest strained domestic relations as the motive.
D W Dell of Fountain Colorado and his wife were struck and killed by a Colorado and Southern train near Crews eight miles south of Colorado Springs on Thursday.
The Jewish World reports Daniel Osiris namesake of Paris as a Jewish banker and philanthropist who died recently leaving 5 million dollars to the Pasteur Institute. The estate is valued at 13 million.
Fire at the Kansas City Lumber company mill in Lucedale Mississippi destroyed the extensive plant causing about 70000 dollars in losses. Insurance partially covered the damage.
Col Samuel Pomeroy Colt of Bristol told the Republican state committee at its Thursday meeting that he has withdrawn unconditionally from the senatorial contest.
In Scranton area, seven miners killed and two injured by two gas explosions at Johnson No. 1 mine in Priceburg. A door tender’s open gate sparked the first blast around three, a second fire damp ignition followed at five. Rescuers and crowds swelled as dozens of relatives gathered amid disfigured bodies and uncertain death toll. About 1,500 workers are employed at the mine. exact fatalities await rescue results.
Frank I. E. Woller, longtime clerk of Milwaukee’s municipal court, pleaded guilty to embezzling eighty thousand dollars and received a three year hard labor sentence in the Milwaukee House of Correction. The court scene was somber as attorneys urged leniency and Judge Brazee delivered the verdict with visible emotion.
Washington reports Rear Admiral Emory confirms two more victims of the Minnesota launch tragedy were found late Tuesday afternoon. The recovered remains are Midshipman Herbert L. Holden and Seaman Robert H. Dodson, bringing the total recovered to eight.
Omaha men Huntington and Todd were fined 1000 dollars each and jailed three months in Douglas county jail by Judge Munger after conviction for conspiracy to defraud the United States of land possession and title. Fred Hoyt received a 1000 dollar fine and 连 committed until paid.
Cincinnati residents Thomas Trever, superintendent of H. and S. Pogue Co., and Alfred Trever, from the same company, were killed in a Tuesday night automobile crash. The chauffeur was seriously injured and may die.
Martin City Missouri George Lee proprietor of the Martin City hotel was found dead three miles from town on Tuesday. It is believed he was struck by an automobile.
In Paris the chamber of deputies voted 104 to support the government and empower ministers to enforce law in the disturbed southern departments. The debate followed mutinous troop movements and wine growers disorders, with Premier Clemenceau reporting over a hundred soldiers wounded in Thursday fighting as peasants fled to their villages.
Ira B. Smith of Smith Thorndike Brown, a leading Milwaukee wholesaler, was arrested on a fraud warrant by Oliver C. Mason. Charged with obtaining money by false representation of his firm’s finances, Smith posted 6000 dollars bail at municipal court. The defunct firm showed about 100000 dollars in debt in its asset schedule. Smith was a longtime prominent businessman and former Merchants and Manufacturers’ Association president.
New York reports John D Rockefeller’s car was stopped near Elmsford while en route to Pocantico Hills. The chauffeur was fined 25 dollars for speeding on a measured course. Rockefeller paid the fine and continued to his country home.
Flora Beall Ginty age 68 widow of Gen George C Ginty died in Chippewa Falls Wisconsin on Wednesday She served six years as treasurer of the Wisconsin State Press association was editor of the Chippewa Herald for two years and was vice president of the board of lady managers of the World’s Columbian Exposition
A blanket injunction was issued by Circuit Judges Hosmer Mandel Brooke restraining the metal polishers union and 200 individuals from interfering with workers at 14 Detroit plants. The injunction caps a month of violence and rioting tied to the strikers, machinists, and polishers.
Willson son of Louisville was nominated by acclamation Wednesday night as Republican candidate for governor of Kentucky at the state convention in session at the Coliseum.
Rev. J. P. Deane of Ashland Wisconsin is named principal of Beloit College. Professor A. W. Burr resigns after 24 years to join the college faculty.
In Idaho's Salmon river meadows a wild west show hires riders at high pay to perform a risky act of being thrown from horses and dragged by the foot. One rider asks about danger and is reassured that the salary continues regardless.
The New York Life Insurance Company announces a reorganization under Armstrong laws with Darwin P. Kingsley as president and Thomas A. Buckner as first vice president. Wm. E. Ingersoll will head the Paris office and Rufus W. Weeks serves as vice president and chief actuary, reflecting a policy of managing by life insurance men amid industry upheaval.
Senator Knute Nelson recalled in a logging camp how mules ignored various languages until an Irish worker used strong expletives. He declared a universal mule language, not of any mother tongue, that finally spurred the animals forward as described by Joe Mitchell Chapple in National Magazine.
The wife of a naval officer at Annapolis employs an Irish servant who testifies to nostalgia. Bridget says she longs not for the old home but for where she is not. The exchange highlights homesickness despite favorable conditions.
A shabby diner admitted to dining richly and paying nothing. The waiter alerted the restaurant owner who summoned a police officer. The proprietor confronted the guest who quipped thankfully that no stomach pump was needed.
A Sunday lesson on returning good for evil prompts a sharp retort from a pupil. A teacher suggests giving an apple after being struck, and a girl replies that the assailant would strike again to get another apple.
The Loch Katrine water in Scotland is exceptionally pure with only a quarter-pound of alluvial deposit per 1,000 gallons. By contrast the Thames averages four pounds of sediment per 1,000 gallons.
Walter Lamana, seven or eight, kidnapped for a six thousand dollar ransom, was found headless and strangled in a swamp near New Orleans. Ignazio Campigliano confessed that four Italians, with two women among them, murdered the child after growing frightened during a mass meeting.
Goodland Kansas report says John Bello, the Italian suspect in a Rock Island train murder and two wounds, told investigators he acted in his sleep. He described dreaming an attempted robbery, fighting, grabbing a revolver, and shooting.
Clyde Glidden, seven, was arrested in Parkersburg West Virginia on an incendiarism charge after two houses burned last week occupants escaped unharmed. The state allows the death penalty unless mercy is recommended, then life imprisonment. Owner J D Cutlip says Glidden burned the homes for disobeying orders to stay out of the garden.
Six workmen died and 35 were injured when a New York New Haven Hartford passenger train crashed into a rear of a work train backing into Hartford from New Britain Sunday night at Sigourney Street. Two injured may die. Engineer Wilson escaped by jumping free. Passengers suffered glass injuries.
In Columbus Ohio a dispute over a Sunday craps game ended with Oliver Anderson, a Black man, knocked unconscious and another Black man cutting his throat. Police report a serious assault in the incident.
Constable J. H. Good is dead after a pistol duel in Memphis Tennessee with Isom Reed a negro who was wounded and believed fatally by police after resisting arrest late Sunday. Reed's injuries are reported as fatal.
Columbus Ohio Henry Zipf and Herman Ludwig drowned while bathing in Big Walnut Creek Sunday. Neither man could swim and they went beyond their depth. Local authorities reported the accident occurred near the city as rescue efforts followed lifeguard warnings.
Gen William Duffield longtime superintendent of the United States coast and geodetic survey and believed oldest living Columbia College graduate New York died at his Washington home.
Emory Foster a well known newspaper man died Sunday from acute kidney trouble. He was a son of Mrs. J Ellen Foster the lecturer.
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