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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1897
Page
1
A Kentucky man left his family for five years and returned to find his wife married to another man, then shot him. The note adds that Klondike is nearer the states now than California in 1849 1850, and mentions a possible Russia Germany collaboration to curb British expansion.
One fifth of a column in the New York press now covers an execution by electricity. The editorials suggest the electric chair has a serious mission to curb the spread of sensational yellow rhetoric.
The long time precedent shows President McKinley receives about sixty begging letters each day from people nationwide seeking aid. A recent tally indicates requests totalled twenty five thousand dollars.
A New York paper surveyed governors of states and territories for current population estimates. Compiled reports indicate the national total now sits around 75,000,000 people in round numbers.
A Portland cyclist disassembled his bicycle to clean the wheel parts and set the balls and bearings on the doorstep. Local chickens pecked them up, leaving the rider with a flock of ball bearing hens. Neighbors marvel at how the birds scatter through a flower bed in a display of mechanical activity.
A Pennsylvania wife tied her drunken husband in bed and beat him, then had him arrested for assault. The judge praised the wife and sentenced the husband to ten days on bread and water in the workhouse. The report mocks men who fail to value a good wife.
The article recounts the romance tragedy of Lena Olson and Christopher Bergstrom two lovers who spent their lives apart in the Dunning asylum. Both died there after years in sad isolation, never realizing their youthful bond.
The text notes felt sombreros shield wearers from heat more effectively than straw hats, a principle also recognized by Arabs in deserts and Hindoo in India who wrap multiple linen folds over their heads to block tropical sun.
Klondike discoveries spark renewed gold fever in California and across almost every state. Prospecting thrives but yields are often tiny. many hopeful seekers face starvation without substantial finds.
A Minnesota farmer argues corn is a cheaper fuel than coal, heating his home and feeding livestock on ten acres. He notes coal has a single use while corn offers multiple benefits and could become a major export, prompting thoughts of future energy innovations such as maple molasses heat.
The Morris report for the year ended July 1 1896 details total school and college enrollments at 15,997,197 with an additional 418,000 in special schools and institutions, bringing the national total to 16,415,197.
Proposals in Pacific coast cities imagine dredgers moving earth and gravel to Yukon waterways to mine tide lands. Machines, claimed to process vast gravel like 500 men, would remove sand bars and supposedly yield gold bricks in American territory. The idea envisions long standing Alaska interest and a flood of American activity reshaping the region.
In the seven days ended the 27th there were 223 business failures, unchanged from the prior week and down from 288 in the same period last year. U S wheat crop is estimated at 640 million bushels, the largest since 1891 aside from that year. Farmers are projected to gain 400 to 500 million dollars extra in farm product receipts this year.
J P S Gobin of Lebanon Pennsylvani a was chosen as commander in chief at the national Grand Army of the Republic encampment in Buffalo. Cincinnati was selected for next year’s meeting. The adjutant general reported June 30 membership 319,456 with 327,412 at year end 1896 and a relief fund of 516,020.
Wheat prices topped the market in Chicago at 1031 while Fitzgerald Trunk plant burned for a 100000 loss. Fire hit Hensehell in Sheboygan for 200000, and a scaffold collapse in Rock Island killed two. Obits include Floride Wilkinson and abolitionist William Cratty. Other notes cover Yukon gold finds, rising cigarette prices, a bank vault heist in Elmdale, and a fatal airship accident in Toledo.
Congressman D B Hennerson of Town had his left leg amputated at the knee in Dubuque after three Civil War wounds. A fire destroyed the Anniston Pipe Foundry main building in Alabama causing a loss of 500000 dollars.
Reports list British forces defeated by Afridis in India and Fort Ali Masjid captured and burned. Mayon eruption wipes towns in the Philippines with 400 dead. Spain and Germany seek European archist surveillance with America Britain and Switzerland.
The conference of labor leaders in St Louis heard President Ratch ford of the United Mine Workers call for a special congressional session to settle the dispute. If rejected he urged a complete business paralysis via a sympathetic strike.
Three Chicago letter carriers reach 30 years service and will wear six stripes. Mrs Louisa Sebra of Fayette Missouri noted as oldest postal representative, with office in 1812. North Carolina crops expected to exceed 30‑year totals. Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria at 67 to celebrate fiftieth year on throne next year. Chief of Police Peter Conlin retires from NYPD with $3000 yearly pension. Susan B Anthony hosts Monday gatherings with Rochester and national leaders. Uruguay grants honorary citizenship and 10000 to Dr Lanarelli for yellow fever microbe discovery. Halifax moves to erect monument to Joseph Howe father of responsible government. Consul H W Roberts in Cape Town urges South Africa trade opportunities. Dr Von Holleben named German ambassador to the United States. Montreal bridge to be built by American contractors with 23 spans. Nellie Patterson of Mount Carmel Connecticut completes machinist apprenticeship and eyes toothmaking. North Elba cemetery, site of John Brown, now state property under custodian.
President McKinley attended a Grand Army of the Republic banquet in Buffalo after arriving at the Elliott building. He delivered a long speech praising the nation’s defenders and highlighted unity of former Grant and Lee troops. A large Veterans Parade followed with forty five thousand marching amid a half million spectators.
Aug 25 conference between miners and operators ends without agreement as miners hold to arbitration and 69 cent wage rate. Aug 26 reports show operators split from earlier stance while lake shippers plan to defend northwest demand. Aug 28 Pittsburgh coal operators announce plan to start mines on the Wheeling division with a decisive move expected soon.
The New American party launched in St Louis on August 27 after a convention of 40 to 50 delegates representing nine states and territories. Col E H Sellers of Detroit elected chairman, Detroit chosen for headquarters, platform favors demonetization of gold and silver and transition to treasury notes as universal legal tender.
President McKinley arrived early from Buffalo and stayed in Cleveland through next Wednesday He warmly praised the Buffalo G A R encampment as the greatest in history and credited Buffalo residents for handling the event.
The Pennsylvania Republican convention at the opera house nominated James S. Beacon for state treasurer and Levi G. McCaulay for auditor general. The platform backs the 1896 St Louis doctrines, the Dingley tariff, dollar wheat, and McKinley administration. Also notes Mount Saint Elias height and regional business news from Kentucky and Minnesota banks.
A Skaguay trail letter describes a booming influx near Skaguay Alaska with thousands of migrants, horses, mules and supplies arriving. A new sawmill begins operating, lumber costs rise, and a portable town of tents and shacks grows amid hopes of steady commerce. William Ogilvie cautions about the Klondike, noting a broad mining zone across British Columbia and Alaska with a harsh nine month winter. A new Seattle to Dyea steam mail service links the Klondike trail, delivering bi monthly mail from Juneau to Dyea and back via Seattle connections.
Chicago reports chaos as routes to San Francisco face new fares during the letter carriers convention debacle. Rates shift from 72.50 to 62.50 on Rock Island lines while disputes over venue between excur sion committee and association president intensify. Postmaster General instructs the meeting be held in Chicago, threatening rate changes if held elsewhere.
The New York subtreasury transferred 160000 to Kansas City and 25000 in silver dollars to Texas as banks report large remittance orders. The Treasury aims to speed transfers by placing supplies at subtreasuries in New Orleans Chicago St Louis and Cincinnati to aid crop movement and small bill flows.
A Cincinnati Tribune tale describes two men at Fourth and Vine discussing hiccoughs. After failed remedies arms overhead, breath-holding, water, and startled doctors, a sugar lump dissolved in the mouth ends the fits, paid for with a cold bottle and drinks.
The text claims that vigor comes from genuine stamina and that Hostetter's Stomach Bitters helps the enfeebled dyspeptic resume daily activity and enjoy life. It portrays the medicine as eminently useful for digestion, sleep, and sustained work without undue fatigue.
Chief Justice Peters of Maine recalls a humorous college tale while a coffee substitute ad promotes RAINO made from grain. The Grain-O product claims coffee-like taste without stomach distress and is priced at 15 and 25 cents per package, suitable for children.
In a Boston Courier fragment set in a Black community, a character jokes about “free pews” at a church. The scene depicts questions about looting the church building and the humorous exchange over taking the pews, tied to the claim that they were free.
Allen's Foot-Ease powder relieves painful swollen feet and bunions and makes tight shoes comfortable. It cures sweating and tired feet and leaves a cooling effect. Sold by druggists and shoe stores at 25 cents with trial package available. Write to Allen Olmsted in LeRay, N. Y.
A farmer’s wife offers food in exchange for help at the woodpile. The tramp refuses, saying he was raised not to work on Sunday and that a calendar error may mean any day is Sunday, so he cannot labor. The brief dialogue appears in the New York Journal.
The eminent tragedian Thos W Keene will begin an engagement at McVicker's Theater in Chicago this September. He will appear in a number of Shakespearean plays as part of his season. A Washington Democrat quote notes a woman’s remark about excess holdings.
Free pamphlet offer from Garfield Park San itarium Chicago 1776 Washington boulg'd. Advertises Piso's Cure for whooping cough and Hall's Catarrh Cure with internal use, priced 75e. Includes testimonial from M P Dicter Brooklyn NY dated Nov 14 94 and a worldly quip about funerals and sermons.
Personal testimonials from Mrs Macer Ports Cincinnati and Mrs Morren Philadelphia praise Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound Blood Purifier and Liver Pills for kidney trouble backache and menstrual irregularities. A third healer Mrs Lillian Careren St Andrews Bay Florida credits quick relief and cure of back pain and leucorrhea with the same remedies.
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