03 Oct 1889
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1889
Page
1
The republicans of Iownsend greet ing to their new neighbors in the northwest. South Dakota voted for the home and against the saloon. Prohibition carried by a good majority. The fifty millions of dollars which the English have recently invested in American enterprises have loosened a good deal of capital which will soon seek reinvestment.
The piece urges voters in Jones County to cast a straight ticket from top to bottom to oust Democrats serving in local offices, arguing recent state election results prove voters are capable of responsible state governance.
State dairy officials from states with such officers gather in Cleveland Ohio for a national meeting on November 6 7 and 8. The session aims to share views and bring about reform with Mr H D Sherman Iowa Dairy Commissioner representing Iowa.
Horace Boies will deliver the first speech of his campaign in Waterloo on Saturday, October 5, promising a strong exposition of current questions. The Dubuque Herald notes his previous efforts, wondering if this speech will echo past denunciations of his present associates.
The Democratic newspapers spend much of their time explaining the true temperance plank in their platform. They cannot agree on its meaning and are in a pickle as the campaign nears.
The state convention announced its love for the old soldier but refused to place him on the ticket. Jones county Democrats followed, crafting their ticket without considering the veteran. The record of the patriotic soldier is weighed against devotion to the saloon and liquor.
The Inter Ocean exposes the Tribune for publishing circumstantial material claiming a deathbed confession cleared Snell of murder. It asserts the Tribune was misled and branded a victim of a fake report, highlighting repeated misjudgments by the paper.
The State Register notes the push for stricter temperance by Democrats who argue for restoring the era of banished saloons and saloonkeepers. It links the temperance cause to removing sour beer, bad whiskey, plug tobacco, and disreputable establishments blamed for crime and youth debauchery.
The four new states South Dakota North Dakota Montana and Washington held first elections on constitutional adoption and state officers last Tuesday. Early returns show Republicans winning across the board with solid majorities. Montana initially reported as Democratic but Helena Herald claimed Republican victory. Carter elected to Congress and both legislative branches GOP. Pierre likely temporary capital of South Dakota.
Unearthed volume details the first Jones County court at Edenburgh on March 22, 1841 with Judge T.S. Wilson, Sheriff Hugh Bowen and Clerk Wm Hutton. The US vs Robt Snowden led to a not guilty verdict after a two day term. a later civil case and the first divorce, Dianah Knight vs Tenas Knight, are noted. The piece also recalls editorials on Horace Bois and party shifts.
Capt Hutchison in Wilisea opened campaign by noting Iowa spent over eighteen million on state institutions and government without a state tax levy exceeding 2.5 mills. He contrasted with Illinois Missouri Nebraska Minnesota debts and levies, praising Iowa's stewardship and urging continued party power.
The Cascade Pioneer laments a recent defeat by Monticello's and questions if the wild sons of Erin have sunk into silence. It calls the team to rise, storm the castle again, and prove their grit with a public rally to lift spirits after a crushing loss.
A husband blames his wife for a sour breakfast muffin, a tough bearsteak, late laundry, a misgendered newborn, a sleepless night, aged eggs, missed kisses, a miscooked chicken, a lost boot heel, and tea not meeting army commissary standards.
Des Moines State Register reports Monticello dairy commissioner H D Sherman noting strong interest in the executive committee meeting of the State Dairy and Butter Society held in Manchester. The state convention is planned for Mason City October 12 13 and 14 with a large exhibition of dairy machinery including cream separators milk testers and butter extractors. The latter is expected to be the main attraction. Two such machines exist in the United States. Farmers institutes see many applications and will run from December until funds run out. The society may be incorporated early next year and seek state aid.
The LaPorte City Progress lauds Prof. F. E. Brown Republican nominee for county superintendent. A Cornell graduate, Brown has led Wyoming and Fremont City schools, and previously Dyerville, earning high marks for instructional ability and qualifications. The paper, with many friends supporting him, wishes Brown success.
Dispatches in morning papers show North Dakota South Dakota and Washington favor Republicans. Democrats concede a Montana congressman result while claiming state legislature. Montana counts incomplete with majorities estimated. Liquor interests fear prohibition passing in both North and South Dakota.
James G. Blaine has been chosen as president of the International Congress of American Nations, marking a significant leadership role in regional diplomacy. The election underscores Blaine's influence in North and South American affairs.
Sheriff McCann declines to run again while Epworth Seminary gains students. Delaware county votes on stock restraint. E H Conger to open campaign in Anamosa. Mar shalltown postmaster ousted. McFarland of the Times Republican takes over. Ex treasurer Stedman sentenced for forging receipts. Sheriffs attacked. bank vault blows thwarted in Belle Vue. Dubuque J P Farley appeals to Supreme Court. suit against Jackson county ends in verdict for county. Billings trial ends in second degree murder. life sentence imposed.
In a Washington Post account, two northwest children Tilly and Molly argue over bad words and tantrums. Molly prays aloud while Tilly bellows and bangs a tennis racquet, leading to a mock sermon about forgiveness and duty.
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