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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1879
Page
2
A small town in Fayette County named Randalls was totally destroyed by a night fire. Incendiary work is suspected and residents report extensive damage to shops and homes, with investigations expected as authorities assess losses.
W H Waugh launches a barber shop in the northwest room of Dyers Block formerly Sam Biondin’s. He offers a neat setup, first class trimming, clean linen, prompt courteous service, and modest claims of skill without pretension.
The piece defends Alumbaugh against claims of temperance antagonism while criticizing his style and methods. It notes his sincerity but notes he misfired in Monticello, and it praises his earnestness and potential reform value. Also referenced are local topics: railroad progress, telegraph work, and regional developments around Cascade, Bellevue, and Washington Mills with mentions of Gen. Grant.
Miss Sue Wonderly and Miss Beckie Norris of Galena visit Mrs. Jno. O. Dyer and DeWitt family for a wedding, returning to Wyoming on the 10 M train. Aaron Kahn leaves Monticello for Leadville to spend winter, with a brother in business there. Z T Ruoner and M C Sperry of O A Whiting’s Glove and Mitten Factory report booming business after arriving in town. B W Blanchard Jr and wife enjoy Thanksgiving turkey with The Express editor in Monticello.
The Mamouth Guest introduces a six month trial with 75 cents and a free six shot revolver. This bold offer promises an elegant art premium and a free weapon to new subscribers within 60 days.
Remley and Brcanbrack of Anamosa offer carefully prepared Abstract Books for all lands in Jones County. They promptly furnish abstracts and specialize in Real Estate law.
A poem of farewell to a rural homestead is followed by a Dakota wedding notice. DeWitt Garlock wed Cora Garlock at Elk Point with family relations, gifts, and a large breakfast, as attendees wish happiness and broad future usefulness.
The New York Herald lauds Blind Tom as a singular colored child of genius whose piano artistry astonishes critics. Aware of his blindness and mental condition, the piece notes his mastery of Rhapsodie Hongroise and Trovatore, alongside original works, making him the most remarkable prodigy in Christendom.
Cash buyers are invited to inspect a large stock of flannels cloaks dolmans and a wide range of garments including jeans waterproofs beaver hosiery underwear blankets embroideries laces and more. Also offered are yarns and the largest selection of sewing machines including Singer Howe Domestic and Silent No 8 which won a grand prize at the Paris Exposition.
An owner proclaims a specially made hearse available to the public on reasonable terms. The note follows with multiple advertisements praising Wells, Richardson colorant, Kidney-Wort cures, Dr Price flavorings, Parker's Ginger Tonic, and the Family Sewing Machine from the Commercial? entering into a broad ad layout. The piece extols health products, domestic devices, and household goods amid a mixed ad column.
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