02 May 1895
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1895
Page
1
The Express quotes a mix of opinions on education wealth misery Japan and reform while noting mock cures for rheumatism with gin and horseradish It also says US military authorities deem Indians unfit soldiers with only about one in twenty five applicants accepted and asserts it takes a sound man to join the army
A Pennsylvania woman named Dis cord marries a Buckeye farmer named Harmony. The couple’s first daughter could be named Melody reflecting a playful nod to musical harmony and united cultures.
Professor RickMoRE lecturing at the Museum of Natural History in New York showed a wooden Egyptian image he claimed to be at least 4,000 years old to illustrate wood durability.
A peculiar crank in Doylestown Pa signs letters "A Friend" and sends two to six dollars to multiple well to do recipients with no stated purpose. The scheme appears enigmatic and targets affluent individuals.
The claim states Dr Hansen located the North Pole on a mountain chain, challenging the prevailing view that no land exists at the pole. The remark recalls the long dream of an open polar sea despite scientific consensus.
English letter writers avoid phrases like Your's Truly and Yours Cordially and instead sign as Your Obedient Servant. The habit spans writers from daughters of the queen to shopkeepers, reflecting formal etiquette in correspondence.
The article notes a monument planned for Prospect Park to honor Maryland troops who saved the day at the Battle of Long Island on August 27, 1776 after American forces began retreating. It mentions other historical commemorations and a broad reflection on rising interest in nobler histories.
The U S Department of Agriculture statistician notes corn per capita fluctuating from 28 in 1870 to 18 in 1894 with peaks at 34 in 1885. Hog feed per hog per year varied from 37 in 1871 to 61 in 1876 and down to 27 in 1882, then up to 42 in 1886 and 274 for three months ago. Admiral Mreade’s squadron in southern waters records 13 knots, surpassing prior nations. flagship signaling reads hindered by distance, but the American navy is regarded as capable.
Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific announces a program to equip six cars with rainmaking supplies to demonstrate cloud seeding in the arid western regions. Last season three cars operated with limited success while agricultural department agents from Washington will accompany the effort to test the theory scientifically.
A summary of weekly U S events touches on May 6 Supreme Court hearing its income tax case. Shifts in government spending include Fifty third congress appropriations totaling 47 008 520 and creation of 1 773 offices. Court actions, naval academy nominations, immigration trends, business failures, and fires across the country are noted alongside disasters, crimes, and local incidents.
At Falls of Schuylkill Pennsylvania the carpet and plush mills of James Dobson closed indefinitely, leaving about two thousand employees out of work. Other items include political resolutions, bank robberies, burglaries, and a fatal cliff fall in North Carolina.
A sweeping des Moines report lists poisoning, hangings, fires, floods, and murders. Notable items: Cora McCamley Smith jailed for poisoning her stepfather in Des Moines. executions of Robert Ford in Nashville and George Geschwilm in Columbus. Fires devastate warehouses in Charlotte and Minnewaukan, and hailstorms ruin crops in Texas towns. Also noted are colorful incidents and aging deaths, including Mrs Christina Bordner and ex Senator James Wilson.
Japan states no modification to peace terms despite Russia urging alterations. Fire at Montreal tobacco factory kills or maims many women and girls, with $500000 loss. mine explosion at Denny Scotland kills 13. floods in four Hungarian towns cause $5 million damage. Hartney Manitoba fire destroys 14 business places. Nicaragua protests Britain occupation of Corinto and seizure of funds claimed as unpaid.
The Tennessee legislature was told Gov Turney was elected by a 2458 vote plurality. A minority Evans report was filed by Republican committee members. The text notes multiple violent incidents, fires, a cyclone in Nebraska, a fatal quarrel in Canada, and other assorted items.
United States envoy Bayard offers Nicaragua a fortnight to pay indemnity while Britain lands marines at Corinto. Rear Admiral Stephenson declares martial law as the British seize the customs house and square. Nicaragua closes Corinto and blocks goods to isolate the port, fearing further territorial moves.
Diplomatic rumors swirl of a triple alliance with England and Japan against Russia Germany and France. Possible U S participation as a mere commercial alliance to deter the treaty fallout between Japan and China. Reports from Yokohama and Peking outline tensions over Liao Tong and treaty terms, with China and Japan’s future in balance.
The desecrated body of George W. Ebersol, missing since election night April 2, was recovered Sunday in the Chicago river at Dearborn street. He was last seen with brothers Charles and John at Dearborn and Randolph after a Masonic temple initiation. Police debate foul play vs. accidental violence, pondering robbery or revenge. Ebersol had recently fired several employees from George M. Clark stove works where he was foreman.
Emil Sanger, brother of cyclist Walter Sanger, was shot and killed by Robert Luscomb, former Milwaukee city attorney, at Luscomb’s home after Sanger sought entry to check on his wife. Luscomb is jailed for the murder. Sanger’s wife, Luscomb’s sister, had sought shelter there alleging ill treatment. The shooting occurred through a plate glass door with a double barreled shotgun.
The Waasimatox report outlines Chief Justice Fuller's April opinion on the income tax case. It reviews direct and indirect taxes, apportionment, and uniformity, concluding rents or income from land are taxed as direct taxes and that taxing municipal bonds or state securities inhibits borrowing power and violates the Constitution.
Galena Ill marked the fifth anniversary of General Grant with tributes. Judge Kohlsaat presented a 9 by 12 foot Thomas Nast painting Peace in Union to honor the commander, to hang in Grant memorial hall. Mrs Ulysses Grant attended a large ceremony in Curacao.
Erinau France April 30 The Bonzey dike in Vosges burst at 6 am flooding ten villages including Bonzey and Uxegeny. Over 200 believed dead with many homeless as canals and rail lines are washed away. Estimated damage about 10 million dollars.
John Perkpile, a Sidney man, fatally shot his wife in her jail cell after learning of her alleged infidelity. The couple were young, reputable, and their home was well appointed. Police launched a manhunt as the killer fled, leaving no clue to his direction or fate.
Tacoma April 26 ex general land agent Paul Schulze of the Northern Pacific corridor committed suicide amid embezzlement doubts. Experts now estimate shortages up to 700000 with recovery efforts. A farewell letter to actress Marie Wainwright was found on his person, amid whispers of a stalled divorce.
In Wasinetox on April 29 Judge Cox granted a motion to reduce bail for Capt. Henry W. Howgate the ex army officer charged with government embezzlement. Bail dropped from 33000 to 15000.
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