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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1896
Page
6
A New York Sun feature describes sertularia as a delicate bush formed by countless tiny animals. Fibers reach a foot or two, vary in shade, and are used by shorechildren for hair and facial hair.
The New York Times notes similarities between East Indian pachisi and Mexican patolli with square marked mats and differing implements such as cowrie shells and beans. It cites Professor Tyler and old Spanish writers, mentions gambling tools, and compares divining sticks used by several Asian cultures to Indian gambling practices.
The Westminster Review outlines Biskra as a thriving oasis with 150000 palms, a two mile span, and several villages fed by the Oued Biskra. It highlights the Compagnie de l Oued el Richs wells and plantations, a 6000 pound town hall, and a tramway to Hammam Salahine. The piece notes climate, military importance since 1844, and risks of heat, pests, and illness.
A three way scuffle among newsboys on Park Row ends when a long whiskered eye glass wearing passerby intervenes to separate the large aggressor from two smaller youths. The big boy suffers a blow to the eye and the crowd disperses as bystanders retreat.
A Philadelphia Times summary explains D Arpentigny system of chi rognomy dividing hands into seven classes. It describes elementary large palmed hands, spatulated, conic, square, knotty or philosophic, pointed psychic hands, and mixed hands with notes on traits and affinities.
City council met in extra and regular sessions with rolls calling. They granted a 10 foot sidewalk on Flrat street from railroad to Maple and from railroad to Center street. Water main extension bids awarded to C L Van Meter for 77.40 and two committees appointed for hose cart and scale building painting. Peter Young elected fire marshal by full vote.
The London Spectator recounts a story from Saltcoats where a dog terrier repeatedly bit a man named Nelson. After repeated provocations, Nelson drowned the terrier in shallow water, then laid the animal on the sand. He claimed no personal animosity, asserting the world is better without such a snarling cur.
Mrs Ulysses Grant recalls Isabella's jewels seen in Spain and a crown worn briefly at a royal display. She notes Ulysses Grant feared newspaper attention and capitalizing on the moment. The anecdote reflects their wary stance toward public scrutiny.
A Chicago Tribune excerpt shows Kajones family debate over extra bicycles with a child claiming a sixth ride. Mr Kajones jokes that a fifth wheel is useless while contrasting a child’s view of luck and omens with a Watts quote on belief. The passage ends noting rapid seed production by some flowers and a man who fortunes then goes bankrupt in England.
Detroit Free Press notes a witty exchange about knots in a handkerchief. Stimson explains the knots signify errands his wife asked him to do, but he admits he tied them to forget, not remember.
A fragment from Tit-Bits contrasts a robber demanding money with a rural minister lamenting lack of willing givers, joking that energetic plate-passers could fund donations. The tone is satirical and lighthearted, reflecting social tensions through humor.
Mrs Phoebe Thomas of Junction City Illinois was told she had consumption with no hope, but two bottles of Dr King’s New Discovery cured her and saved her life. Thomas Eggers of 139 Florida St San Francisco suffered a dreadful cold nearing consumption, used one bottle and was cured in two weeks. Free trial bottle at J H Bacher & Co drug store with regular sizes 50 cents and one dollar.
Queen Victoria's line now includes 25 great-grandchildren with 16 boys and 9 girls. the first arrived sixteen years ago and the count has grown since.
A humorous note from Il Fliegende Blatter captures a husband joking that his wife insists he should remember her age. The quip highlights playful marital banter and language from the period.
Old people needing medicine for bowels and kidneys are advised to try Electric Bitters a tonic without whiskey or stimulants. It acts gently on stomach and bowels adds strength and tone aiding natural function. An appetizer aids digestion and helps the elderly. Priced fifty cents and one dollar at J H Bacher's drug store.
The nearest living relative of Professor Roentgen is said to be his first cousin the Rev Dr J H C Roentgen, pastor of the First Reformed Church of Cleveland.
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