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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1911
Page
5
A collage of antics and opinions runs through Monticello items: remarks on fashion, sports, science, and society. Notes mention velvet cuffs, harem skirts, Halley’s Comet rumors, footprints, dinosaur prints, folding furnishings, a Pennsylvania rain, a riot in Brazil, a rising coronation, and a Brooklyn octogenarian planning a flying machine.
The report notes a worsening lobster famine but also signals a potential bumper frog crop this year, suggesting a hopeful shift in the natural balance. Government agencies and local observers monitor fishery yields and amphibian forecasts amid fluctuating seafood markets.
A Youngstown horse has been fitted with false teeth raising questions about nightly care. The owner jokes whether the animal keeps the dentures in a glass of water on the bureau at night.
A New York judge advised parties in a property dispute to settle to avoid escalating costs and losing the property to the lawyers. The remark, seen as prudent guidance, underscored court encouragement of negotiated resolution.
A proverb-like line compares a man who sleeps outdoors as doing a splendid thing yet eager to boast much like a man who takes a cold bath every morning. The note hints at vanity clashing with personal discipline.
A Scotchman received a $10 penalty from a Chicago judge for planning to commit death by his own action. He likely would have faced a larger fine if the bus plans had been executed.
An obliging agent has set up in New York to secure titled foreigners for American heiresses. He also must be convinced that the fool-killer has not been loafing on his job.
The battleship Texas was sunk after a brief target-ship exercise. The incident is noted as a reminder of what might have occurred if Spanish gun crews at Santiago had possessed decisive naval fire.
A lawyer's lengthy courtroom performance stretched to fifty and a half hours with over a hundred thousand words spoken. Judges complain that pay often fails to reflect the demanding workload and time spent listening.
Among those who greet visitors with cordiality in the theater world, managers and press agents profit from a woman's clothing or absence thereof.
The piece questions labels used for unmarried women and men in society. It notes a move toward Frau for older German spinsters and master for bachelors, reflecting changing perceptions of romance and identity.
New Jersey passes a law prohibiting keeping bees with contagious diseases. The measure aims to curb spread of illness among apiaries and protect public health in rural areas.
A New York aviator has consented to transport a cargo of eggs by air, hoping to avoid a Humpty Dumpty style mishap. The stunt aims to speed shipments and raise headlines despite risks.
A Kansas City girl sues for 15900 claiming she was mussed by a young man who insisted on kissing her. The filing marks the first public notice of objection to such an act as described in a disputed romantic encounter.
Des Moines construction firms begin excavating and grading for a Rock Island spur extending 1.5 miles from Flagler toward a new mining camp in East Knoxville township. J H Johnson Construction Co and Bebee of Des Moines lead crews. Grading, cuts and bridges must be finished and roadbed ready for ties by August 1, 1911.
Judge W R Green of the district court orders the sale of the Atlantic Northern and Southern railway at a receivers sale on July 24. The 75 mile line was promoted by farmers in the territory it traverses and has suffered financial difficulties for months with headquarters at Atlantic Iowa.
Work begins this week on the Perry Driving and Amusement park to be built and managed by J. W. O'Brien and E. F. Sammon. A large race meet is planned for July 4 and 5 featuring automobile races and harness and running events.
Ottumwa water works trustees close a contract with Woodin McNear Moore of Chicago for $275,000 bonds. A portion bears 4 percent interest and the balance 4 1 2 percent. Trustees receive a $2500 premium.
Iowa City deputy brings monster bloodhounds to aid Johnson county search for burglars who robbed a clothing store in Oxford. The dogs trained as man hunters accompany Sheriff Theodore Fautz and help in tracking suspects.
Estherville Gruver, twelve miles east of here on the Rock Island railway, was nearly destroyed by fire and is unlikely to be rebuilt due to population decline making the investment hazardous.
Federal jury finds Edward Vaunter, a section hand from Dyersville, entitled to $900 after suing the Illinois Central railroad for $10,000 for injuries alleged during employment. The verdict ends the Damages case in Dubuque.
After heavy rain the temperature dropped to freezing as rain turned to snow. Authorities fear statewide fruit crop damage. Northbound trains ran four hours late due to the snow disruption.
After months of work the Iowa State Bankers Association located W. C. Williams wanted for forgery and had him arrested at Ottumwa. He is also accused of forging checks in Des Moines and Sioux City.
Plans for entertaining the delegates to the state convention of the Traveling Men's Protective association, to be held in Mason City on Saturday May 6, are practically complete.
Ottumwa resident L. J. Newquist reports seventeen year locusts on his farm signaling the expected invasion year for the ravaging pests. The discovery fits the local cycle of periodic outbreaks.
Irvin Gilbert age 65 a bachelor died by self inflicted shooting at his farm home between Macksburg and Lorimer due to ill health. He used a revolver and ended his life at once. The coroner was notified and an inquest will likely follow.
Judge J. J. Clark has been indorsed by the Methodists of this region as the conference delegate to the general conference to be held in May.
Western Iowa Vocational college has filed incorporation articles and will open a summer school in Harlan under Prof. George Gallowey. The college plans a new building on a 20 acre campus that is nearly completed.
A monument will be erected soon to mark the site of the old Fort Defiance where Estherville now stands. The marker honors the historical fort and its role in the area's early history.
J A Trawick of Stone and Webster explains the proposed public utilities franchise at a Keokuk businessmen meeting. He says improvements costing 300000 to 400000 will be made at once and the utilities will be operated jointly with the water power project.
Wanted in Ft. Dodge on embezzlement charges, H. F. Hume was arrested here by Officer Badgley. Charles A. Post, sales manager for an eastern publication, filed the charges saying Hume misappropriated company funds for personal use while employed as solicitor.
H. J. Curtin, longtime head of the speed department at the Iowa state fair, is boomed for president of the Iowa Bankers Association. At the Group Four meeting in Ialkader he received endorsement, with W. G. C. Bagley of Mason City named for treasurer.
Keokuk hosts a Class of Seventy Knights of Columbus initiation. Rev. A. R. Foley of Quincy criticized Associated Press coverage as spreading false news about the Catholic Church and urged expanding the Catholic press. More than 500 knights attended the banquet.
Za-Ga-Zig temple of Des Moines grants dispensation for a ceremonial session in Marshalltown on May 25. Shriners of central Iowa will initiate a class of fifty and follow with a banquet.
Ashley A. Dunham chief of the Waterloo fire department has awarded Edward Sohner a half interest in a grocery store in recognition of seventeen years of faithful service.
The body of the boy killed on the Great Western tracks has been identified as Willie Fries, son of a widow in Omaha. A picture of a girl found in his pocket prompted clues from friends in Oakland who alerted investigators.
The Iowa Academy of Science elected officers: President L Begeman Cedar Falls. Vice presidents A A Bennett Ames C N Kinney Des Moines. Secretary L T Ross Des Moines. Treasurer George F Kay Iowa City.
Aaron V. W. Harlan a Croton resident and Lee County figure died at age 99 years 5 months and 15 days He had lived in the county for sixty years and served in the Twenty first Missouri Infantry during the Civil War He was one of Iowa's oldest residents.
Logan Deputy Grand Master T Stevenson spoke at the county convention in Council Bluffs. N S Lawrence Magnolia was elected president with D A Wright Modale as vice president and O O Rock Logan as secretary.
Belle Plaine hosts a banquet to welcome newcomers from Boone including Northwestern crews dispatchers and clerks due to a new division. Officers of the new gas company will also attend as guests.
Waterloo resident for over fifty years John C Duke aged 66 and longtime employee of the Waterloo and Cedar Falls Union Mill company for forty five years has died leaving a longstanding local career and presence.
Francisco I Madero Jr presented a resignation appeal to Judge Carbajal Mexico's envoy through revolutionist peace commissioners. The note urged Diaz and Corral to resign with de la Barra becoming interim president until elections, arguing only public assurances can secure peace.
Grand jury in Los Angeles returns 21 indictments against James B. McNamara John J. McNamara and Ortie E. McManigal for the Los Angeles Times blast and 21 deaths The other two indictments involve McManigal as principal with the McNamara brothers as accomplices in the Llewellyn Ironworks explosion Witnesses included Llewellyn Ironworks officials Paul Stuperich hotel proprietor and Douglas Burrows Pastime owner linked to dynamite transport.
In Denver the house, after protests ignored by Speaker Mc Lachlan, concurred with senate amendments to the Moffat tunnel bill 33 to 30 and passed it 35 to 27. The measure lets the state build a tunnel through the main range of the Rocky Mountains to be leased to the Denver Northwestern and Pacific railroad, with the project to be decided by a referendum at the next regular election two years hence.
Charles G. Gates sought to block his wife Mrs Mary W Gates from filing in the supreme court after a cross continental chase costing about 5000. Mary Gates, deaf to his plea, named a Broadway singer in the complaint and asked for a referee. Former Justice David Leventritt heard evidence, reporting for Mrs Gates and Justice Gerard granted an interlocutory decree.
W. G. Pooley files a $50,000 damages suit against O. J. Dutton and his wife, alleging alienation of Pooley’s wife’s affections. The wife is named as the defendants’ daughter.
A smallpox outbreak is reported at Still College in Des Moines with seventeen cases in the detention hospital and nine of the patients being Still College students. The spread prompts health checks and isolation measures at the campus.
The Younglove Construction company of Sioux City has received the contract to construct a 40,000 bushel elevator for the Farmers' Elevator company of Irvons, Iowa. The modern structure will be equipped with up-to-date features.
Davenport patrolman Henry Jansen was shot through the neck by Fred Smith a barber shop porter. Jansen gravely wounded Smith escaped after the shooting.
Canvassing work on the brewery petition of consent with 2022 names has begun. The dry faction that opposed the saloon petition makes no fight against the brewery.
Burlington firemen end the wage dispute with officials in Chicago. A committee demanded higher pay and secured a settlement, avoiding a strike.
Eight men were scalded when a steam pipe to a boiler aboard the State of Ohio exploded. Two were badly burned and may die. The steamer is operated by the Cleveland & Buffalo Transit Company in Cleveland, Ohio.
President Taft approves Navy boards recommendation promoting Capt. Austin M. Knight to rear admiral. Commanding officers and naval ranks note the historic advancement as part of a broader reshuffle in Washington.
A letter written by Martin Luther to Emperor Charles V fetched 25500 at an autograph sale in Leipsic Saxony. Florence dealer purchased it reportedly for J P Morgan.
Mlle Thirion an attractive Parisian resident in Cologne was arrested charged with espionage for obtaining German army mobilization plans from an army officer.
Governor Deneen pardons former Chicago Police Inspector Edward McCann after state pardons board recommendation. McCann was imprisoned in Joliet for graft charges and is freed.
John Henry Flagg longtime associate counsel for Standard Oil dies in New York of pneumonia at age sixty eight. He served over 12 years with the company and was widely known in legal circles.
Drexel & Co purchases Baldwin Locomotive Works for 150 million dollars in an authoritative Philadelphia announcement. The deal marks a major consolidation in the rail industry involving the famed manufacturer and its assets.
The Senate audit committee said it will report back the La Follette resolution reopening Lorimer’s case and affirmed the contingent fund is enough to cover any investigation. It stressed it did not rule on merits and powers to decide who conducts the inquiry remain unresolved. Springfield hearings yielded little new evidence from C A Taylor and W T Cable who denied knowledge of bribery links.
Huntington Wilson argues that prosperity achieved through foreign investment can prevent war by replacing bullets with dollars. He urges high ideals and strong military readiness, predicts Taft Britain arbitration treaty ratification, and calls for prompt Senate action to endorse arbitration.
The cases of Lee O'Neill Browne Robert E Wilson Louis D Hirsheimer and Frank J Traut charged with conspiracy to bribe in the fish fund legislative probe will go over until the next term of the Sangamon circuit court Judge Creighton asked for the case numbers indicating he will not decide the motion to quash the indictment soon.
New York a certified check for fifty five thousand dollars blew under pedestrians on lower Broadway for an undetermined time James McCarthy nineteen year old messenger boy recognized its value and turned it in at his office He received one dollar as reward for honesty.
George L. Fox a Brooklyn lawyer bequeaths half a million dollars to Brooklyn hospitals and charitable organizations, distributing funds to support care and community needs.
London telegraphic reports say Icelandic Parliament passed a bill giving women age twenty five or older the right to vote. The measure marks a major expansion of suffrage for Icelandic women.
Teincoln Neb Lieut Gov M Hopewell died at his home at Tekateah Pneumonia with heart trouble caused his death He served three terms as lieutenant governor.
Col Theodore Roosevelt says the Los Angeles Times bombing is a murderously vile act regardless of the suspects' union ties. He notes Burns and Heney prosecuted graft, warns labor leaders against joining a defense of alleged dynamiters, and urges fair trials without public opinion manipulation.
Springfield. Judge Creighton overruled a motion to quash indictments against Representative Lee O Neil Browne of Ottawa Representative Robert E Wilson of Chicago Louis D Hirschheimer of Pittsfield and Frank J Traut of Beardstown in a legislative bribery probe. They face charges of conspiracy to bribe linked to a fisherman fund along the Illinois River to defeat fishing regulation legislation.
Madison reports the Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the state civil service law against challenges from the secretary of state and attorney general citing both state and national constitutional arguments.
Bank of Rosemont in Hastings Nebraska was entered by robbers who detonated the safe after a third explosion. The thieves escaped with $1500 in cash.
Washington reports James O. Laing American consul at Malta will travel to Cyrene Africa to aid in the investigation of the March 11 murder of Professor H. F. McCou an American archaeologist killed by Arabs.
A Maryland Medical and Chirurgical Faculty committee in Baltimore seeks to establish a colony for the cure of inebriates and aims to raise $100,000 for the project.
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