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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1908
Page
6
Lord Wilfred Vincent and Archibald Terhune meet in England and pursue heiress Agatha Wyckhoff. A secretary, secretly married, probes Vincent about Agatha Fifth. The drama uncovers family secrets and a man’s flirtatious interference amid a web of identities and inheritances.
In a calm day excursion Agatha Third and I join Vincent and Agatha Second for a picnic by a swift river. A drowning rescue uncovers a Wyckhoff ring and proves Agatha Second is the Honorable Agatha, exposing the impostor among the group.
Salem’s Narbonne house on Essex street built in 1680 stands as a well preserved example of colonial architecture. It passed through several owners to Nicholas Narbonne a sea captain who died in Salem in 1890. His daughter Mary A Narbonne born in the house died in 1905 at 81. She kept to herself and prized old furniture and books, hosting few visitors who were asked to bring their own teapots.
A lone observer remains speechless as astonishment grips them during a secretive moment. The fragment hints at a surprising discovery or development unfolding in quiet surroundings.
A New York afternoon paper reporter, son of a wealthy iron magnate, arrives late to the office. The city editor jokes about a morning paper until the man explains his chauffeur woke him late, riding in his own car and wearing polished tan shoes.
Amherst College biology professor John Mason Tyler is rumored to have sold his head after death for 10000 dollars to scientists. His wife opposes the idea and Tyler hints at prior agreement while noting his head is widely believed to be exceptionally shaped and brainy.
Three Chinese women Faung Yuin Tson Wing Bisia Hu and Chiche Wang studying at Wellesley moved from native silks to American fashion after months of hesitation. A sea voyage outing in Chinese garments drew unwanted attention, prompting the switch to lingerie waists and tailor-made skirts.
The judge recounts a child named Willie who admits disobeying a swimming ban. Willie says Satan tempted him and that when told to resist the tempter, Satan kicked him in. The exchange shows a courtroom moment framed as a moral lesson.
The state lists 43 villages with populations between 1 000 and 2 000 that operate free public libraries. These communities sustain library services despite modest size and stand as examples of local cultural access.
Des Moines dispatch reports the death of Silas C. McFarland consul general at large for Europe. Found with a bullet wound aboard the Hamburg Berlin express, he left a letter for his wife. Thackara ordered a charge of the body in Ludwigslust while investigations begin. McFarland, born 1869 in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, had a long career in diplomacy and newspaper work.
A. T. Wheeler, noted lumber dealer, was poisoned after receiving by mail a bottle labeled Foley's Honey of Tar and a letter urging use. He swallowed a large amount, collapsed, and doctors treated him through the afternoon and night. The bottle contained strychnine and the package was mailed from Chicago stock yards post office.
The death of Thomas Walker, Hardin county resident and subject of a bitter guardianship dispute, likely ends a long court battle over his mental incapacity and guardianship. His son John Walker and son-in-law Barry clashed over appointment of a guardian for the elderly man, with property rights at stake.
In Council Bluffs the ouster proceedings against H. V. Battey, district court clerk, were dismissed by Judge O. W. Wheeler. Battey had been suspended during the case. a contempt charge and a separate civil action remain possible as he awaits a bar admission certificate.
Merritt Greene and Charles S. Hatcher request a receivership for the Reflector Printing Company publishers of the Weekly Reflector. Judge Parker appoints J Williams of First National Bank to take charge, amid claims editor Henry J. Thompson ran up debts for materials and supplies.
An election held on the 27th approved 60000 bonds for a municipal water works plant. Women cast the largest vote with mixed precincts showing both support and opposition, while men largely opposed in some areas. A second election will confirm any contract the council may sign as plans for the plant were tentatively accepted.
President A F Balch of Marshalltown State Bank inspected McFarland's personal effects to verify life insurance: 14000 total with 6000 Bankers Life Des Moines 5000 Northwestern and 3000 New York policy. He also held equity in a Monona county Iowa farm valued around 25000.
The Very Rev Father F Delsang of St Josephs Technical School Techny Itlay visits Dyersville to review ground for 200 acres to host a branch seminary. Aimed at training Missionary priests for the Divine Word order based in Steyle Holland and Techny.
Engineers sent by the national board of fire underwriters of New York City opened an inquiry into all Des Moines business buildings. They will report on the local fire department and fire hazards, building laws, and insurance considerations. Five inspectors will take about thirty days to complete the survey, with offices leased in the Observatory building.
Will H. Pettis former Sac County treasurer pleaded guilty to embezzling 27000 dollars from Sac County funds and was sentenced to ten years in the penitentiary by Judge Church. He had previously proclaimed innocence and his change of plea surprised many. He was taken to Fort Madison to begin serving the sentence.
The Beardsley theater in Red Oak shows walls well up and a roof expected by week’s end. Inside finishing work has begun, signaling the project near completion.
Henry A. Baker longtime Sioux City resident and Baker Overall Company veteran died at his home aged 66. Born in Crown Point New Labrador he represented Winneshiek County in the state legislature for eight years serving two terms in the House and one in the Senate.
Farm lands near Griswold grow valuable as buyers push bids. James R. Putnam sold his 120 acre farm just north of town for 1485 per acre while A L Burnham refused a 150 per acre offer for his southeast of town property.
An address urging women in lonely homes to seek healthy maternity through proper preparation. It emphasizes the desire to have children and asserts that organic derangement can block happiness, calling on women to learn about preparatory measures for motherhood.
Mrs. Maggie Gilmer of West Union writes that the remedy restored her health and made her a mother. Mrs. Josephie Hall of Bardstown says it cured her female troubles and she is now a proud mother. For thirty years Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound has been a standard remedy for female ills and has cured thousands. Mrs Pinkham invites sick women to write for advice at Lynn, Mass.
A reader suggests a home remedy for poison ivy involving scrubbing the affected skin with soap and water then applying a saturated solution of sugar of lead in 60 per cent alcohol. The mixture is claimed to relieve burning and the alcohol dissolves the poison while the sugar of lead neutralizes it.
A playful exchange features a philologist asking about campaign orators splitting infinitives and Senator Sorghum replying that they may hope the party stays intact. The quip highlights linguistic quibbles amid political chatter.
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