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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1915
Page
6
Grinnell college botanical garden received a consignment of medicine plants from the Bureau of Plant Industry. About a hundred medicinal species are being grown in orderly beds to test climate suitability in Iowa soil for drug production. The collection includes poison hemlock and hyoscyamus, with each plant potentially worth $2 when market ready.
Storm sweeps Sioux City area killing Jamis Dunning of Parker and drowning Lars Friese near Bronson. A Northwestern train struck Dunning as he crossed in heavy rain. Torrential floods ripped fruit trees and damaged plate glass windows throughout Sioux City and nearby towns, causing thousands in losses.
Miss Esther Smith a Tama teacher was killed when a bolt struck an elm tree near a church gathering as she and Miss Ellen Schaller rode home. Miss Schaller suffered severe burns from the strike and umbrella contact, with the accident described as a tragic lightning death.
Mrs Olaf Thompson died thirty minutes after being struck by an automobile driven by A C Larson a local dealer. She alighted from a vehicle driven by her son and stepped in front of Larson's machine.
Dr. Alden R. Hoover formerly of Muscatine sails to Constantinople after a summons from the American Board of Foreign Missions Congregational church to serve in Turkey. He faces wartime pestilence and famine threats with resolve.
The Corydon Woman's Suffrage club marked the national day by launching preliminary trips to organize local branches. Meetings were held at Cambria and Humesston to start countywide club formation.
A Sheldon construction company has signed the contract to build six brick store buildings in Paullina to replace an old wooden row. The project aims to modernize the town’s commercial block and boost local business.
The May Day festival at Chariton, organized by the United Commercial Travelers, drew a large crowd from near and far and was a grand success in every respect.
Alexander Herman, described as a French miner near Albia, shot his wife and soon after killed himself. The incident occurred about three miles from Albia and is reported as a personal crisis leading to the double tragedy.
A lightning strike set a large barn on the Ehler farm ablaze in Rockwell City. The fire destroyed the barn and nine head of horses belonging to George Hayes the lessee, along with 3800 bushels of grain and substantial harness.
T. E. Brents, a special officer in Indian service, was found guilty in federal court here of accepting a bribe relating to Waterloo saloon cases.
In Waterville a private bank renamed Farmers' First Bank has raised capital stock to 25000 dollars and filed for a state charter. If granted it will become the third state bank in Waterville, joining three local institutions in town with about 200 residents.
The Iowa River Light & Power Company plans to enlarge its facility to double capacity in the next few months, aiming to boost electric output for the Iowa Falls area.
Fayette ends a long two-telephone nuisance by uniting two rival companies into a single joint exchange. A Commercial club committee and town officials helped steer the compromise after failed meetings and injunctions, creating a modern system for a town of its size.
Osceola authorities report Aulene Thompson aged unknown committed suicide at her residence. A note requested burial in current clothes and no motive was found. Former Osceola telephone operator, she recently moved to Nebraska for stenography work.
Aviator Billy Robinson and Newton druggist Mr. McBride survived a near fatal crash near Newburg when a cylinder on the Robinson monoplane broke at 1200 feet. McBride suffered a cut nose from flying glass as the heavy part tore loose and landed in a plowed field. Robinson righted the craft and landed safely.
An indictment was returned against Oliver and Alfred Brooks on a statutory offense after affidavits from two 15 year old Ottumwa girls alleged they were forced into a car and kept near Floris until almost daybreak.
At the Winneshiek county agricultural society meeting officers were elected with Senator Enger named secretary. The fair is scheduled for August 17 through 20, shifting from its usual September slot.
Women searching for wild flowers discover the lifeless body of John Martin Noll, a wealthy Civil War veteran, in nearby woods. Officials believe death by his own action and inquiries seek the cause behind the act.
A tornado struck Grand View near Muscatine leveling farm houses and barns and uprooting trees. Mrs Will Kimp and Tom McDaniel were injured by flying debris.
Alex Skinner, arrested on a minor charge, confessed to killing W. F. Nichols, a construction foreman, by throwing a hammer at him in Marion, Arkansas. The report identifies Skinner as the suspect.
Mr and Mrs Andrew Vaughn of Guthrie Center mark their sixty third wedding anniversary after more than fifty years in the community.
One hundred union carpenters walk out demanding a minimum wage of 45 cents an hour. The current scale ranges from 42 1/2 to 50 cents. Fourteen union carpenters remain at work.
The Mahaska county supervisors awarded a contract for 41 steel and concrete bridges in the county at a total price of $20,500. The project covers multiple bridge constructions and represents a significant county infrastructure investment. The contract marks a major public works decision affecting local transportation and ordering requires compliance with county specifications.
In Albia, Alex Herman killed his wife at Hocking before taking his own life. Police confirm the double tragedy as investigators described the scene and secured the area. The incident leaves the community mourning and seeking details on motive and circumstances.
From worry over domestic troubles, T. H. Rogers steeped himself in despair and died by his own action. His lifeless body was found leaning against a tree beside the road a short distance northwest of West Liberty.
A double decked bridge with a viaduct approach will replace the present Mississippi River crossing at Keokuk. The draw span will remain unchanged until after navigation ends next fall.
Patterson post master R. Gillogly was arrested by a deputy U.S. marshal on a charge of sending an obscene letter to Miss Letitia Potter of Des Moines. The case involves misuse of mails and a federal allegation.
The Iowa Association of Nurses concluded a highly successful convention in Iowa City with a social event at the university nurses home. The program included a clinical session and a rousing reception.
Des Moines reports the Anti Saloon League says nineteen states are dry with Idaho Iowa and Utah recent additions. The movement argues state by state progress toward nationwide prohibition, with South Carolina Montana Vermont Minnesota Kentucky Florida South Dakota and Ohio approaching the goal.
Des Moines to the state labor commissioner announces new fire escape rules from the thirty sixth general assembly. Requirements vary by building type with time limits from two to fifteen minutes. Enclosed escapes are preferred and ladder use on high structures is forbidden.
Des Moines recounts the 1832 survey of the Halfbreed tract southern of present Lee County. Jenifer Sprigg led from Keokuk with three aides, while two others traveled by horse. They marked boundaries and town sites at Keokuk and Montrose to aid river steamboat traffic, completing plats by March 12, 1838 and sending notes to Washington.
Sioux City mayor A. A. Smith will face a district court grand jury to seek indictment for criminal libel of Rev. Wallace M. Hamilton pastor of First Presbyterian Church over a sermon by Rev Nam Iton citing the mayor and John Dineen in a contentious dispute.
John Coffman aged 22 of Magnolia allegedly attempted to end his life at Yorkshire by taking poison, according to information received.
Former county citizen and state senator for the Marion Monroe district in the Twenty sixth and Twenty seventh assemblies, Dr Samuel Druet served as physician at the state reformatory from 1898 to 1910. He died in Anamosa.
Fire at the Will Dahl residence in Cedar Falls caused several hundred dollars in damage after an electric iron was left in a closet with the current on.
Voters in Denison including men and women participated in a bond election authorizing twenty thousand dollars to sink a deep well and extend the water mains through the city.
Ernest Kerby a young farmer living near Farrar shot himself on a public highway two miles north of Farrar and died Andrew Knopp notified the sheriff and called it a suicide.
Mrs Field advises early fall planting for bulbs with dealers shipping from late September. Use rich sandy soil, proper drainage, and at least six inches of drainage material. Store bulbs in a cool dark place until planting and avoid exposing to air to preserve vitality. Hardy bulbs can be planted among shrubbery for seasonally bright效果.
Plant guidance for pot and garden care includes pruning faded branches from shrubs and roses, promoting dahlia growth, staking, and watering. Emphasis on adequate light, shielding from harsh afternoon sun, and using shade where appropriate, with tips on rooting cuttings and managing weeds and moisture.
A practical guide covers soil blends for geraniums ferns begonias palms and roses plus watering tests and light needs. It explains using old sod for soil making dry manure liquid feeds and root propagation tips noting that foliage plants require less light and that women can readily propagate indoors.
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