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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1899
Page
5
The Clinton Age editorial attacks fusion with populists and silver Republicans, urging voters to throw overboard those factions. It notes high costs of bankruptcy without assets, while wages rise and farm prices stay strong. Democratic leaders consider reviving liquor issues as tensions grow.
Des Moines papers comment on a rich local girl’s engagement to a Swedish count calling it a conquest of the stars and stripes. We praise those who stay true to American ideals and citizens who value patriotism.
A Methodist preacher and a Catholic priest prepare for a joint debate in Des Moines on their theological systems. The capital notes the devil smiles at the expected quarrel among religious leaders who should unite against him.
Unhealthy signs of the times appeared last week as individuals in Anamosa and Monticello attempted to sway grand jurors from performing their duties. The court refused outside influence, acting on evidence and judicial instructions.
The piece notes concerted opposition to Reed as speaker when the new congress meets. It argues Reed's superiority in ability may melt any opposition, driven by grudges from prior disfavor or sarcasm. Time is expected to soften lingering resentments from the late session.
John Blanchard editor of the Minneapolis Times praises Senator Cushman K Davis for outstanding fame and world renowned ability. The piece notes Minnesota’s pride in his career and recommends study of his achievements.
The Supreme Court's Iowa paying case ruling does not validate the Iowa law as sweeping. It limits its effects to nonresident property holders, stating they cannot be personally liable for assessments on their lots for improvements. The decision does not address resident lot owners or create new legislative holes.
The article contrasts Bishop Potter of New York with other temperance advocates and notes Bishop Merrill of the M E church urging discrimination among prohibitionists. Merrill says prohibition cannot be achieved through any party and urges viewing liquor selling as a crime, not endorsing third party tactics.
The Cedar Rapids Republican critiques the Des Moines Capital for pressuring Republicans to pledge support in Cummins Gear contests. It argues the party, not any one candidate, should lead Iowa, warning against intraparty feuding and favoring harmony to deter third candidates.
The notice explains a 1899 Congress amendment to Schedule A of the war revenue act. It directs taxpayers that when a bond or note is secured by a mortgage or deed of trust only one stamp is required, placed on the instrument with the highest tax rate. An example illustrates stamping on mortgage if tax is higher, or stamping the note if tax on the note is higher.
A savings bank has been organized at Delhi. Reports detail a rash of local incidents and legal actions including arrests in Vinton for false US officer claims, a Cedar Rapids death from a falling board, and a string of district court entries on probate, theft, gambling, and civil cases from Wyoming and surrounding towns.
The article argues country life offers rich observation opportunities and mental discipline through studying nature and variations in farm products. It emphasizes solitude fosters independence and self reliance, and stresses simplicity and regularity build health and good character, suggesting country life yields more capable men than city life.
The article recalls St Patrick as founder of the church on March 17, 465 and honoring his missionary work. It notes his autobiographical confessions describe him as devout simple minded and energetic and discreet and that his writings show liberal doctrines.
A crippled father, a mother with twins, and three children live in a dilapidated log hut unfit for animals. The family has no food or clothing, while winter cold bites them. Township Trustee Morse has taken charge to alleviate suffering and callous neglect draws attention to domestic poverty in the local area.
The piece surveys popular wand and staff woods such as oak hazel ash and holly favored by country folk and urban fashion. It notes hazel magic nuts and rowan charms as protective talismans for cattle and horses with regional taste shifts across Ireland Scotland London and Channel Islands.
Snippet from 1875 notes shows Stevenson pondering travel mishaps and social oddities. A digression on British postal history and Philippine population contrasts with a sharper quip about a Kent fruiterer and seamen.
Dr D B Cargile reports Mrs Brower suffered long with scrofula and terrible sores. Four bottles of Electric Bitters purportedly cured her and improved health. The tonic is billed as a blood purifier for eczema ulcers boils and other ailments with claims of liver kidney and bowel benefits. Sold by D C Prader Co and O H Soetje with cure guarantee and cold remedy option Weeks Break-Up a Cold tablets.
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