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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1879
Page
2
The Express weighs Democratic misgivings and party management while Iowa tax law debates draw calls for reform. It mocks independent voters and questions figures like Frisbie amid commentary on conventions, nominations, and political strategy.
The piece notes Hureke should not celebrate yet and says if Frisbie is dead the Republican party will mourn his loss, though his death would only be known by his silence. It predicts he will keep speaking loudly until he stops, implying his influence endures.
A hostile pamphlet denounces Monger editor as a villain plotting Aldrich’s ruin. It accuses him of misreading Iowa school law and of duplicity while demanding full public-account audits and compliance with Sections 1767 and 1769. The piece warns conservatives about alleged misuses and calls for accountability before the Board of Supervisors.
A reader's letter argues that Monticello Congregational Church under Rev. Jenkins departs from the 1871 Manual and creeds. The writer contrasts Jenkins with HL D Smith and urges reaffirmation of scriptural infallibility and gospel doctrine.
In Chicago Iuter Ocean dated November 12 a speaker celebrates Ulysses returning to his homeland and neighbors after travels across the sea. The crowd praises his steadfastness to the flag and the west, with a warm welcome and heartfelt thanks from comrades. A letter from Elins to Hiram in Kansas notes rattlesnakes, a wolf, a deer, and Smith County prospects in a separate item.
The Western Rural from Chicago presents an upgraded look with improved topics and departments aimed at women readers. Subscriptions priced at 31.65 yearly with a free offer for current subscribers. package deals include The Ex PREss and the Western Reyal. Also advertises Parker's Ginger Tonic for various stomach and digestion issues with contact details.
An advertisement extols Parker's Ginger Tonic as a preventive and remedy for heat related illness and digestive troubles. It claims cures for diarrhea dyspepsia nervousness and liver disorders and recommends a bottle from druggists Svetje ds Tiarks. It also promotes the Family Sewing Machine by the Planing Sewing Machine Co listing features price and sales success with a promise to rent machines from 130 Broadway New York.
In Jones county Iowa a petition for divorce by Harriet Spears against Samuel Spears is on file. If Samuel does not appear and defend before noon on the second day of the December 8 1879 term, default will be entered and judgment decreed as prayed.
A new saloon named the Hotel Bar opens on Rail Road Street beside the Burnett House. It boasts a Monarch billiard table by J M Bin s wick Co and promises the finest ales and beer with a complimentary lunch. The establishment promises orderly service and reputable patrons.
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