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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1902
Page
1
A Chicago woman petitions for divorce alleging her husband has no standing in swell society. The item notes this social grievance amid a column of short society quips.
The U S Supreme Court decision declaring discriminatory and class laws invalid influences statutes in Georgia Indiana Louisiana Michigan Mississippi Montana Nebraska North Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas and Wisconsin affecting civil rights protections nationwide.
Unlike other European rulers, Queen Wilhelmina may leave the dominions at will. The only obligation is to spend at least ten days each year in Amsterdam, the real Dutch capital, while The Hague serves as the seat of government.
A New York youth rescued his injured father from a blazing tenement. Lacking strength to bear him, he used a trunk strap to secure his father and led him to safety, earning a place in legend though no medals were awarded.
Col. William F. Cody known as Buffalo Bill promotes a Swedish colony of 5,000 people to be located in the Big Horn valley, Wyoming. The promoter, once famed as a hunter, now champions an agricultural venture illustrating western transformation.
John Kelley a 44 year old Baltimore man went home intoxicated and cursed his wife. He suddenly choked and could only gasp then became mute and believes he was struck dumb as punishment for blasphemy.
Prince Henry’s railroad journey in this country stood out for exact timekeeping and lack of accidents during a harsh storm season. The New York arrival, met exactly on the scheduled hour, underscores American railroads’ reliability after a long trip.
A Colorado man named Whitney proposed to cause one inch of rain across Nebraska for 1000 dollars and to repeat the rain events for 1000 dollars each time. Nebraska is advised to avoid paying in advance and consider the financial risk.
Rev. Dr. George C. Lorimer of Madison Avenue Baptist Church in New York warned that the growing influx of foreigners and more foreign built Sunday amusements endanger the American church and that without action Sunday observance may cease.
The regency of Queen Christina of Spain may be extended five years so Alfonso can finish education and travel. Critics say such a move proves the king lacks readiness and would jeopardize the dynasty amid revolutionary threats.
A Hagerstown Md dispatch notes the death of Robert McCarty aged 105. The item broaches whisky chewing and longevity, questioning whether centenarians who indulge can avoid earlier death and urging youth to avoid such habits. The piece also discusses the U S Life-Saving Service as the only fully government run lifeboat agency and its critical coast and lake rescues.
The Boer war has cost Britain 5 000 more lives than the Crimean War which is described as discreditable for its incompetence yet noted for a few brave acts like the Light Brigade charge at Balaklava. The South African struggle is praised for gallantry but judged as a conflict future generations will wish to forget.
A roundup of top events from Washington and across the East West and South. Includes latest foreign dispatches and notable developments shaping national affairs.
The Senate debated the presidential protection bill, received the finance committee report on war revenue repeal, and adjourned to the 24th. In the House, the river and harbor bill advanced, a pneumatic tube mail service contract was authorized, and elections committee actions addressed the Moss contest involving Rep. Moss and Rep. Rhea.
Pending legislation to reorganize the army prompts Gen. Miles to threaten resignation if it becomes law. The Philippine senate committee approves a distinct coinage system for the islands. Attorney General Knox holds public lands in Porto Rico were Spanish property and by the Paris treaty now belong to the United States. Gov. Wood of Cuba meets the president on turning the island over to Cubans on May 1. The president plans to visit the Charleston exposition on April 9 and present a sword to Maj. Jenkins.
US exchanges for seven days ending May 21 show $2.1667 billion, up from $2.1213 billion. seven day failures total 209, down from 242. Notable items include Edwin Farley confessing nine hotel arsons, Carnegie pledging $862,000 for libraries, Vermont Chief Justice Taft's death, Florence Burns freed in a NY death case, and a fatal train strike in Pennsylvania along with a large hunting stable fire in Eatontown causing $100,000 loss.
Reports from multiple states note Henry Wright in San Marcos sentenced to nine years for an attempted assault. Other items include Carnegie libraries granted to Waukesha Baraboo Monroe Wis and Paris US. killings of four blacks by whites in Madrid Bend Ky. George Gordon hanged in Raymond Miss. barge Hamilton wreck near Newport News with Captain Shoemaker and four crew drowned. Stewart Fife acquitted in St Joseph Mo murder case. John Jenry Peavy hanged in Vienna Ga. Colorado legislature adjourns after revenue bill. James Hatfield killed in North Bend C. George Green a transgender woman dying at 75 in Ettrick Va. George Carter hanged at Moundsville WVa. Warriman interests allegedly gain Rock Island Rail Road control. Harry Gibson renominated for fifth term in Congress. Peter Laverdure dies at 111 in Great Falls Mont. Twentieth Infantry returns to Fort Sheridan after Philippines campaign. Great Lakes navigation to open April 1. five Negro convicts in Siscousko Miss attempt prison burn and self cremation.
In Corydon Kentucky G W Pritchard was killed and farmer John Below was fatally wounded in a duel. A wreck on the Southern railway near Charlottesville Virginia killed two and injured ten, with much mail lost.
In the Commons the suspension of John Dillon and Trish nationalist is debated after his remark calling Joseph Chamberlain a liar. Irish nationalists threaten trouble amid agitation by the United Irish league and ongoing peace talks with Boer officials.
The senate debates a ten cent per pound tax on colored oleomargarine and a reduced tax on uncolored forms. Also approved a bill establishing a life-saving station at Eagle Harbor Michigan. Other actions include war revenue tax repeal, a 77 minute 90 mile Philadelphia to Jersey City trip, and a series of court, labor, and political developments across the nation.
King Edward revives snuff use. Wilhelmina’s husband to command Dutch forces. Wood says Cubans need 33 percent tariff cut. Sen. Cullom urges a 1 million dollar Lincoln monument in Washington. Prof von Halle warns England may face trouble with the U.S. Hale expects adjournment by June 10. I B Lyons becomes Cuba NY House doorkeeper. Washington to build marble station costing 5 million dollars. Marconi and Canada finalize wireless Cape Breton station. English tobacco trust offers profits and 1 million bonus to British users. Germany allows girls as university guests but not students. gymnasia may admit them. Nathan Stubblefield demos wireless phone. 200 yards heard. Texas grain dealers export 2 500 bushels red must-proof seed vats to Germany. 5 000 Americans witness bullfight at Suarez near Texas line. two Spaniards kill six bulls. 12 horses die. Isthmus of Panama tense. censorship of diplomatic messages. US may intervene.
London reports indicate peace responsibility may soon rest on the United States and Germany as Russo British Anglo-Japanese alignments prompt questions of neutrality. France and Russia seek pledges, while Britain expects U.S. restraint to avoid triggering a broader war. Boer peace talks in South Africa add further regional considerations.
News aboard the Duke of Fife reports a massive avalanche at the Ohiro petroleum works near Katsunozawa Niigata. A blaze followed burying and destroying buildings, with 80 bodies recovered and at least 200 feared dead as of telegraph reports from Yokohama.
New York reports say a blaze at the hunting stable of P I Collier in Eatontown New Jersey consumed 16 valuable hunter horses worth about 100000 dollars. One horse named Greenfield valued at 10000 dollars was lost. Fire suspected incendiary and third such blaze in two weeks.
Acting President Schalk Burger and aides arrive at Balmoral on a flag of truce and meet Lord Kitchener before proceeding to Kroonstad. London desks weigh the move as a potential peace overture amid cautious expectations and fear of Delarey rebuff. Cholera spreads in Manila with 16 cases and 15 deaths. health steps curb spread and ban Chinese vegetable imports.
Assistant Secretary Taylor sold the old mint building and grounds in Washington to Felix Timan for 2 million dollars. Part of the price is paid now, with the balance due in six months. The report notes the sale occurred March 24 with the other items listed as separate dispatches.
A former bartender turned police justice presides over his first case Mary McMannis stands before him for drunkenness She insists she does not drink and blames an officer The judge, slipping into old habits, offers her a cigar Beveragea
The Burlington system with 8000 miles of track operates over 85 000 wheels across its cars and locomotives. Each year about 40 000 wheels are purchased with a six year or 75 000 mile guarantee. Wheels are numbered and recorded. failed wheels are returned to the maker for loss coverage.
Travelers to New York praise Lackawanna Railroad service from Chicago. Three through trains daily showcase fine car building and solid comfort as passengers see scenic Eastward views. Inquiries to George A. Cullen Western Passenger Agent 103 Adams St Chicago.
At a captains of industry luncheon the host asked the prince how he liked America. He replied with dry humor that he is having the time of his life but jokes that he is only used to be sent to funerals, reflecting a sailor like candidness.
Advertisement from John A. Salter Seed Co. La Crosse Wis promotes Earliest Russian Millet as a prolific hay crop promising 5 to 8 tons of rich hay per acre. Prices listed 50 lbs at 1.90 and 100 lbs at 8.00 with notes on low freights.
A judge presides as a woman remarks her husband will miss her because he cannot hit her, while the lady notes his absence will be felt since he is jailed for wife beating. The exchange highlights domestic abuse and legal consequences.
An item notes that using PUTNAM FACELESS DYES lets amateurs dye hair as well as professionals. A lecturer quips about farm advice, while Uncle Si mocks the notion of relying on a farm boss and mortgage.
An assortment of vintage advertisements tout swelling foot relief and general cold cures. Product names include Allen’s Foot-Enn, Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets, and Piso’s Cure for Consumption. Each ad promises quick relief and money back guarantees from various towns and druggists.
The piece notes peak death times from five to six a m and quietest window from nine to eleven p m. It cites a home made fire extinguisher using pearl ash and water. It lists Winchester founded 1366 as England’s oldest public school with Eton 1440 next. It reports Washington state’s largest fir tree cut near Arlington Snohomish county, 18 feet base diameter and 200 feet tall, with a 20 foot section needing two flat cars.
Wm T Payne of La Farge Wisconsin reports four weeks of back pain ending after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. He says four to five doses helped, four boxes cured the pain, and one box was worth five dollars of doctor’s medicine. He credits the remedy with real improvement and urges acknowledgment.
D R Mas Pinkham describes marital pain two years after marriage with doctors claiming a turned womb caused inflammation. She recounts persistent discomfort and the prescribed treatments, indicating dissatisfaction with medical guidance and outcomes.
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