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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1902
Page
5
The passage laments ongoing political turbulence as coal miners and operators seek a direct settlement while politicians prepare for another campaign. It notes rapid shifts in public affairs and looming Battle lines among influential figures in the Thirtieth General Assembly of Iowa.
The Marion Register reports that every republican paper in Linn county except one denounces C. F. Clark's attorney contest. It notes defeated candidates rarely gain support by filing election contests and usually lack sympathy in post election battles.
The census shows few electrical manufacturers list lightning rods and only one electrical engineering firm handles or designs them. Yet unscrupulous salesmen could still profit, as many localities lack proper oversight and temptations for swindlers remain.
The Vinton Eagle cites a year after McKinley’s death as anarchists led by Madam Goldman hold an anniversary meeting in Chicago while Hearst is elected to Congress. The piece laments public overreaction then and warns of future sacrifices and remorse for breeding social vipers.
The ExPress thanks readers for a prosperous year and encourages gratitude amid hardship. It notes some households face want and sadness but urges cheerful spirit and clear conscience, echoing a church lesson that the end is the beginning.
The Brooklyn Chronicle argues socialism rests on a flawed view of human nature and opposes anarchy by misinterpretation. It warns that even educated individuals who are socialists should not be used as examples for youth, suggesting social theories may breed dissatisfaction and unrest.
Oxford Junction residents urge Milwaukee company to build a new depot at the station. The report notes regional civic activity including smallpox cases in Manchester and vaccination orders for schoolchildren.
The article cites failures of Biglar and Sons Victor stockmen Boardman Bros egg men Nevada as signs of a tightening money market after years of overexpansion. It attributes the distress to inflated speculation ending as banks pull back loans and demand for money rises with a looming recession, urging caution for conservative firms.
The Vinton Eagle notes Senator Spooner will be returned to the U S Senate from Wisconsin with no thanks given to any politicians. Republicans resent insults aimed at him last summer and have backed 85 percent of the state legislators in his favor. The piece compares Iowa lawmakers pressuring Senator Allison to adopt positions before reelection.
A Davenport Republican excerpt argues the Second district will be dead weight in government for two years, hindering progress as results remain stagnant and opposition grows.
Irish immigrant Luke McLaughlin died in Muscatine at age 103. He was known for his long life and local eccentric reputation, leaving behind a small circle of friends and neighbors.
Hopkinton Leader notes Barker Bros sold goods to Arthur Fairbanks while the Hopkinton creamery paid 100 dollars per hundredweight for 4 percent milk. Roz Fox, Henry Cutler to wed in San Francisco. W C Kirkwood mourns wife in Milwaukee. Freddie Blair dies at 2 1 2. Lovell House hotel expands under H J Wilson. Merriam declines statewide bank examiner run. Patrick Britt battles tree-faker contract and plans suit in Des Moines.
Mr A J Schoonver of Wayne township and family move into his brother Lawrence’s First street home during California absence. Daughters to attend high school. Judge Stacy and Mrs Stacy celebrate their fortieth Ruby wedding anniversary with visitors. event began Nov 16 1862 in Buda Illinois amid illness and care from Miss Kellogg.
Park and Chamberlain returned from Missouri to report church land sale of the Hickory Grove lot near David Osborn farm brought in about 300 dollars. Rev J C Orth of Walker Linn county will assume local Presbyterian duties as the society plans to have the new church ready in a month while courthouse worship continues.
The Wyoming Journal notes Republicans in Iowa debate district boundary changes after Democrats reclaim the Second District. It questions if the next legislature will act, given doubts about restoring solid Republican control. The Prohibition party failed to poll enough for next year’s ballot, while land deals near Onslow emerged. Stephen Walsworth sold 60 acres at 80 per acre to Robert Streeper and bought 180 acres at 76 per acre adjoining his property.
The third Exposition will run November 29 to December 6 in Chicago with world record potential for livestock quality. Breeders and feeders from across the nation will enter top-class animals only. The Hotel and Boarding House committee provides lodging lists at reasonable prices. The Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway offers reduced excursion tickets via ticket agents.
The ad targets weak thin people labeled chronic cases, claiming Scott's Emulsion builds new flesh, rich blood, and stronger nerves. It promises renewed vitality, appetite, and endurance, and offers a few free doses to prove its benefits.
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