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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1905
Page
2
The new parliament building in Stockholm, begun ten years ago, is finally finished. It sits on a small island and reflects the era's architectural ambitions.
Various items note royal assurances freezing executions in Belgium after King LeoPold vowed not to sign a death warrant. Other tidbits include a dog sale record price, a proposed 20 mile Mercer speedway, and dance as part of physical culture at Columbia.
The state, rich in soft coal and a larger anthracite share than West Virginia, has mined about 40 million tons of soft coal and 60 million tons of anthracite annually. Officials warn Pennsylvania nears its productive limit and coal beds may exhaust in 40 to 50 years.
The Honduras market, though small, is near and should be controlled by American manufacturers. Implements and tools for manufacturing or agriculture could sell well if their usefulness is demonstrated publicly.
The Droojba oil well in Baku yields up to 2 million gallons daily valued at $55,000. Its oil shoots over 200 feet high, creating a grease laden sand flood that buries nearby houses and workshops. Global coal: Britain 12,000. Russia 20,000. Australia 24,000. India 35,000. Canada 65,000. United States 200,000. China 232,000 square miles.
California, aside from Russia, was the globe's top crude producer in 1904 with an estimated total exceeding 28 million barrels, over twice New York and Pennsylvania combined, and surpassing Ohio Indiana and several others, indicating vast potential beyond current totals.
Mrs Charlemagne Tower represented the United States in three European capitals Vienna St Petersburg and Berlin in succession. Her last season social representation for the United States in the German court was described as brilliant. It is said her husband provided $200000 a year to sustain American prestige in czarist Russia.
Chicago May 20 report says the teamsters strike is near ending with terms of surrender largely approved by the unions. Stores will reinstate orderly strikers, express firms refuse reemployment, and the Employers' Teaming Co will keep operations. Police to relieve strike duty post settlement.
In Warsaw on Friday a bomb exploded killing the man carrying it, a Polish shoemaker named Dobrowolski, and two detectives who were pursuing him, wounding 23 others. The blast, linked to a planned attack on Gov. Gen. Maximo vitch, followed a stumble near the curb as officers closed in. A revolver and papers were found on Dobrowolski, said to be a socialist party member, with arrests and searches ongoing. Authorities note the act is the sixth in a succession of similar incidents since January disturbances.
President Roosevelt appears set to skip calling Congress for an extra session in October. He plans a southern tour of at least three weeks, with a possible November call still uncertain. Senators and representatives say a satisfactory railroad reform bill could pass in the regular session, aided by assurances from key Interstate Commerce Committee members.
A 3 000 mile race to the English coast opened at Sandy Hook Lightship at 12 15 p m led by the American schooner Atlantic. Starters include Atlantic Ailsa Hamburg Hildegarde Endymion Fleur de Lys Thistle Sunbeam Apache Utowana and Valhalla with owners and tonnage listed for each vessel.
Elbridge Gallet Keith president of the Chicago Title & Trust company died at his residence 1900 Prairie Avenue Chicago after months of illness. He had long been associated with the citys financial interests and succumbed after a brave struggle.
The Wisconsin senate unanimously passes the administration railroad measure after rejecting several amendments. The bill creates a three member appointive railway commission with a 5000 dollar salary per year to set fair rates and regulate freight and passenger charges and to curb rate abuses.
In St Louis on May 18 Rev Dr Cushing president of the Baptist university at Rangoon India collapsed on the rostrum as the Baptist convention neared adjournment. He died before medical help arrived while delegates offered a prayer.
Cleveland May 20 Mrs Louisa Southworth a renowned figure in the national woman suffrage movement died here at 71 from heart disease Mississippi?
Governor Deeneen signed Senate bill 3850 the Chicago charter bill extending mayor and alderman terms from two to four years. The measure includes a referendum clause and heads for voters to approve.
City counciles of Philadelphia voted to lease the gas works to United Gas Improvement for 75 years at 25 million dollars, to be paid by end of 1907. Crowds protested in chambers and galleries as votes were announced. Mayor Weaver may veto. court challenges chatter among opponents.
Reports from the Mariposa describe a hurricane sweeping French Oceanica from March 28 to 25, with 100 mph winds. The northern Tuamotu archipelago suffered the worst, destroying villages and half the coconut trees, wrecking small boats and three large vessels, with over 200000 dollars in losses and about ten deaths. Six years will be needed to replace the coconut trees.
Abraham Levy announces he withdraws from Nan Patterson's murder case with finality. He believes Patterson plans to accept a theatrical manager's offer and expresses strong disapproval of the move.
Colorado politician Phil Stewart says President Roosevelt is writing a book with a focus on his bear hunt in the state. Stewart notes two magazine contracts exist and later these pieces will be included in the book.
Fire Friday morning levelled J. E. Duval printing house at 99 North Water Street and heavily damaged Burhall Wholesale Shoe Co. Loss pegged at about 80000 dollars. Local authorities reported no fatalities.
A. S. Ayres known as Patsey Ayres a leading telegraph operator died in Cincinnati on Monday from paralysis at age 50 He was famed as one of the fastest sending operators in the trade.
Springfield May 19 Gov Deeneen orders a special election for Saturday July 1 to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Charles B Gainsey judge of the 12th judicial circuit.
Lafayette Indiana reports a westbound Big Four passenger train from Indianapolis struck an open switch at Otterbein. Engineer Holliday and his fireman were killed in the wreck that occurred Monday afternoon after leaving at 12 15 p m.
Harrisburg Pa May 20 another victim has died in the South Harrisburg disaster raising the death toll to twenty three The latest victim is J W Anderson of Pittsburg who died at Harrisburg hospital Friday
Kirke La Shelle theater manager dies at his Bellport Long Island home from diabetes after a week of illness. He was widely known for his stage productions and acting career.
Former Joliet mayor Crolius petitions in circuit court challenging Mayor Barr's victory by 116 votes alleging fraud in ballot counting. In Philadelphia, Thomas Brigham Bishop, author of John Brown's Body and Shoo Fly Dont Bother Me, dies at his home. born June 29 1835 in Wayne Maine.
The women of the Baptist church in Toronto Kansas have written to John D. Rockefeller seeking financial help to reconstruct their church which was wrecked by a tornado.
Archibald Mc Lellan 71 a noted Mason and G A R member killed himself in a room on the nineteenth floor of the Masonic temple Friday. Temporary insanity from ill health given as cause in Chicago.
Washington May 20 Secretary Morton will leave the cabinet July 1 if the President accepts his resignation on that date. He has not yet announced his future plans and has several offers under consideration.
Johann Hoch was found guilty by a Chicago jury in Judge Kersten's court of murdering wife Marie Walker Hoch with arsenic. The panel recommended the death penalty after a month long trial, with foreman William G. Messler stating jury deliberations would remain private.
Eight people are dead and several injured after a collision between two freight trains on the Illinois Central near McHenry Station in Owensboro Kentucky. The wreck occurred when orders were read incorrectly causing both trains to be on a collision on a curve. Named victims include engineers B English and Foster Bell, conductors Doc Turney and Ben English, firemen Charles St Clair and George Soulis, brakemen Cordin Smith and Mat Owen.
Public Examiner P. M. Kerst ordered the Northern Pacific bank in Brainerd to close its doors to allow a full review of affairs. Lack of cash on hand prompted the action, though officials expect a temporary closure. The bank’s capital is 25000 dollars with a 13000 dollar surplus. deposits total 165000 and liabilities 200000.
Evansville Judge John H. Foster, nephew of ex Secretary of State John W. Foster, was elected to Congress from Indiana's First District Tuesday over Maj. G V Menzies of Mount Vernon. He succeeds James A. Hemenway, elected U S senator.
On Gov. Gen. Wrights order the American bank in Manila has been closed and put under the insular auditors supervision. No financial statement has been issued. The closing aims to protect depositors and safeguard funds.
London dispatch cites a Tokio based Daily Telegraph correspondent describing a severe plague outbreak at Harbin. The death toll reportedly averages about 300 each day, signaling a grave public health crisis.
In Minneapolis Minnesota on May 17 the city s sawmills halted operations due to high river water. About 2500 workers lost their jobs as the river rose up to six feet above normal level in some areas.
Robert Isthmickell an organizer for the United Mine Workers was shot and killed by Red Sullivan a miner at Hansford on Tuesday, ending a long standing feud. Local reports identify Isthmickell as a union organizer and Sullivan as the shooter with authorities investigating the case.
The Southwest offers the best chance for men of modest means to pre empt or file on government lands with rich soil and temperate climate. The Missouri Kansas Texas Railway promotes growth in stores factories and new business as part of a broader push to develop the region. George Morton MKT Passenger Agent invites inquiries at Box 911 St. Louis Mo to learn more about this expanding opportunity.
A fragment quotes a reader’s quip about Jimpson reading a poem yesterday. The response recalls fixing a glass eye on the speaker and sleeping with the other eye closed, reflecting a humorous newsroom aside in Chicago Journal.
Travel deals from Chicago to Asbury Park Baltimore Niagara Falls Buffalo Philadelphia Toronto and more with Grand Trunk Railway. Fares range from 12 to 21 dollars with specific travel dates listed and liberal stop overs. Details and literature available from Geo. W. Vaux A G P T A Grand Trunk Railway System 135 Adams St Chicago Tl.
A Chicago Record-Herald snippet quotes a man with hay fever who says he is not worried about yellow peril and notes goldenrod will not blossom for months. He avoids borrowing trouble, expressing calm about seasonal concerns.
A dialogue contrasts self sacrificing men with gossiping women and a man who listens, while a line from The Commoner notes some men waste life by preparing to die, highlighting attitudes toward living and vanity.
Victims describe lingering weakness and nerve trouble after the grip with weakness, anemia, headaches, and breathing issues. Dr Williams Pink Pills are promoted as a quick, thorough remedy supported by Mrs. Van Scoy of Danbury who recovered after using the pills. Sold by all druggists.
Advertising copy proclaims Allen's Foot-Ease as a remedy for sweating, callouses, swollen and aching feet. Sold by all druggists for 25 cents with no substitute. trial package offered free from Allen, Le Roy, New York.
Albany Times Union cites a statistician's view that a woman could clothe herself on $65 annually sparking domestic argument. The piece situates the debate within contemporary economic expectations and gender roles.
Mrs. Sarah Kellogg of Denver sends thanks to Mrs. Pinkham for Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The letter touts the remedy for irregular and painful menstruation, leucorrhoea, womb issues, and general debility. It urges sick women to write for advice and warns against other medicines.
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