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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1910
Page
5
A collage of far ranging notes covers Spain unrest, insect eggs in storage, summer jobs, air artillery and air guns. Humidity returns with seasons while Rome recalls fever and incubation. France seeks marching songs for soldiers and playful quips about apples, hotels, sparrows, and London doctors.
Scientists claim raisins energize people yet note most energy from eating raisins is used to remove seeds. The paradox highlights a net small or negative energy gain from the snack.
A Missouri inmate, noted for mathematical skill, petitions for clemency claiming a method to reduce tenth degree equations could shorten his sentence. A study of English might also aid in presenting his case.
The passage notes concern among fans of history that the leaning tower of Pisa could topple, while observers speculate that a contemporary skyscraper might be built to display an even more remarkable structure if disaster strikes.
A New England minister speculates that heaven will host baseball with streets of gold and diamond fields while joking that umpires will be sent to the other place. The quip mirrors a churchyard humor tone about sport and afterlife.
A wealthy California attorney employs a $2,000 private car to move his pet across the country. The dog, confined in luxury, appears to envy the freedom of street life, observing fights and scavenging scenes outside. The piece notes dogs mirror human indifference to imposed luxuries.
Census returns indicate the country grows quickly in population with notable gains in several cities. The ten year improvements reveal local thrift and prosperity and challenge pessimistic views about national conditions.
An English lad received a jail sentence for taking a flower from a railroad right of way to decorate his father's grave. The report compares conditions in America and England as part of the broader context.
Rhode Island reports a 26.6 percent population increase since 1900, the first to publish a complete census this year. The strong pace suggests the nation may near the 90 million population milestone if other states follow suit.
An Indiana judge held that composing poetry does not equal insanity and suggests it may simply reflect poor judgment rather than a mental illness. The remark frames poetry as a creative activity rather than a clinical indicator in judiciary observations.
The plan to establish an aviation school in Italy is framed as advancing higher education interests. The statement emphasizes educational value without detailing dates or supporting entities.
New York health officials advise mothers to boil pasteurized milk to ensure infant safety amid concerns over contamination. The guidance stresses proper handling and verification of milk supplies for young children.
In Scotia near Perry Iowa three Curry children aged 8 4 and 2 died from a kerosene can explosion and burning oil as their mother Mrs Carrie Curry and an aunt Miss Coleman rushed to save them. The blaze also badly burned Mrs Curry who is under a physician’s care.
The Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters of Iowa reveal a slate of officers led by Grand Chancellor Dr. J. Fay Cole of Oclwe in and Grand Matron Mrs. Ora D Rogers of Boone. Other posts include grand vice chancellor Louis A. Wineke Cherokee and grand matron of finances Miss Margaret France Tipton with several district leaders named.
The Central Church of Christ in Marshalltown, cost 50 000 dollars, will be dedicated Sunday Sept 18 with Rev Dr I N McCash of Cincinnati delivering the sermon. The church is expected to be debt free, with 15000 dollars still unpledged. The pipe organ dedication recital is set for Sept 16.
While repairing a locomotive at Illinois Central shops a torch ignited the grease on J Lyons clothing making him a human torch. He fled the round house pursued by coworkers who tackled him and dumped him into a cinder pit where the flames were smothered. He was badly burned but expected to survive.
At the O Y P C U convention held in Indianola officers were selected for the coming year. Dean McKee of Winter set was named president with Cecil Taylor of Newton as vice president Agnes Brown of Indianola became secretary Sara H Mcllrath of Stinnell was chosen treasurer and Rev S F Sharpe of Monroe was the corresponding secretary.
The thirtieth annual Baptist convention in Burlington closed with special services. Department heads presented final reports citing excellent conditions across the conference.
Hon Alexander J. Miller a longtime Iowa resident and prominent G A R member died at his Oxford home after a brief illness He was nearly 80 years old and well known for local veteran affairs.
Sheriff Ed Rawlings beaten into unconsciousness during a jail escape at Onawa Monona County jail. Three prisoners charged with burglary fled but were quickly captured after the incident.
Police in Clinton recovered $1,072 in cash and over $5,000 in certificates of deposit from the pockets of Myron O'Meara who lay in a saloon after an assault. The man was pronounced the apparent victim, with officers flagging the incident as an attack.
Fort Dodge hosts the Municipal League Convention with Mayor J. Bennett announcing committee appointments for the year. The list assigns state legislation, judicial opinions, street work, lighting, sewerage, water works, franchises, accounting, district membership, sewerage disposal, and municipal exhibits to various mayors, councilmen, city solicitors, and engineers from multiple Iowa cities ahead of the Waterloo state meeting September 20–22.
A disease has appeared in cattle herds across western Logan, with fever and loss of appetite as early signs. Ulceration of the mouth and swollen tongue follow, and in some cases the feet are affected. Observations suggest possible contagion and isolation may stamp out the outbreak.
The thirteenth district of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union of Iowa closed its convention in Mount Vernon. Elected for the coming year were: Minnie L. Skinne of Cedar Rapids president, George H. Thompson of Waterloo vice president, Inez McKenzie of Hazelton recording secretary, Sarah Cotton of Cedar Falls corresponding secretary, Edith Bergen of Shellsburg treasurer.
President Virtus Lund outlined at the Clinton County State and Territorial Pioneers picnic that about 100 eligible members by age and residence died in the past year. The report reflects members lost among the county’s longtime residents.
Davenport resident Mrs Ernst Slintz and Indianapolis native Mrs Annie Vannier, sisters who came from Germany in 1886, were joyfully united here for the first time since their separation at New York arrival.
Elliott-John McCall, a local farmer, killed himself by shooting. He had been despondent for some time, according to reports from residents.
A joint meeting of Union and Potter Post Relief corps in Creston decides to locate the Union County soldiers' monument in McKinley park. The memorial honors Civil War soldiers.
Miss Emily Maxwell dies at 81 at the home of her niece Mrs. Charles Carroll in Creston. The body will be taken to Henry Ohio for burial.
Colonel Roosevelt refuses to attend a Chicago Hamilton Club dinner if Senator Lorimer is present. A 16 member Hamilton Club committee led by John H. Batten met Roosevelt in Freeport and arranged a telegram withdrawing Lorimer's invitation. Roosevelt approves the message stating he will not sit at the same table as Lorimer.
A gas company plant in Grand Rapids, Michigan, suffered a basement blast while a gang installed new gas making machinery. One man died, six were seriously burned, and logs are expected to reach seventy thousand dollars.
Eloise Davies thirteen daughter of a General Electric employeeSwam a mile and a half in 34 minutes to establish a world record in Schenectady New York on Thursday.
Frederic Gebhard a famed clubman died here Thursday after long concern with Lily Wangtry the English actress. The news notes his social prominence and his connection to Wangtry.
Plattsburg Missouri church dismisses Rev Clyde Gow former Lincoln county pastor on charges raised by Miss Elizabeth Gleason a schoolteacher who died two years after an operation described in the report
Philadelphia endured a 92 degree heat surge the hottest September day in 12 years. Many people collapsed or fainted amid the unrelenting sun as officials urged rest and hydration.
The International Court of Arbitration ruled in The Hague that the United States won five points and Great Britain two on Newfoundland fisheries. Britain loses on powers to prohibit American vessels employing foreigners and imposing harbor duties. The court says fishing regulations must be reasonable and decided by impartial tribunal if disputes arise.
An explosion aboard the battleship North Dakota during a fuel oil test in a fire room killed three enlisted men and injured eight others. The ship was ordered to Hampton Roads for inspection, with officials awaiting a Navy board of investigation and details from Admiral Schroeder.
A Columbus conductor suffered a painful foot injury when a Boxley suburb streetcar car was partly blown apart by dynamite placed on the track by unknown miscreants amid strike disorders.
A fire origin not known at Lebeau, South Dakota, destroyed the local business district on Thursday. Loss is estimated at 250000 dollars.
A Wednesday blaze at a dairy company’s five story pasteurizing plant caused about 200000 dollars in damage to the building and nearby tenement houses in uptown Manhattan. Three firemen narrowly escaped death when their retreat was blocked by a burst massive vat of milk.
Serious floods imperil Osake and Kobe on Mondo Island with river banks collapsing and extensive damage expected. Local authorities warn residents to brace for rising waters and possible evacuations.
Forty four thousand Illinois coal miners will resume work after an over five month idle period following a agreement with the Illinois Coal Operators Association. Wages rise by eight cents per ton, safety upgrades boost costs, and a contract through April 1 1912 is signed.
In Milwaukee and across Wisconsin Senator La Follette wins by a large margin over Samuel Cook. Insurgent candidates gain strength with Harry Cochems and a strong showing for the La Follette ticket. Detroit results show Townsend leading for U S senator with Osborne favored for governor. New Hampshire reports progress for Bass Ellis and Carl in party races.
Appleton captures the league title with Rockford in second place Fond du Lac third and Madison fourth. The race tightened until last week when Appleton secured Racine pitcher Eberly, finally edging out Illinois City. Aurora, the youngest club, finished last.
William Loeb Jr the col lector of the port of New York departed Wednesday for his annual big game hunt in the Rocky Mountain region. He travels with Samuel G Blythe a newspaper writer.
Washington report says Comptroller of the Currency Murray ordered the transfer of twenty national bank examiners about one fifth of the government force to new fields.
Cotton markets reversed trend Tuesday as September contracts fell to 12.40, about 2.25 per bale below last week’s close, ending a period of steady increases.
Santiago report states acting President Elias Fernandez Albano died Tuesday from heart failure after Montt’s death, leaving Chile in political uncertainty as the vice president-turned-acting leader passes.
Gifford Pinchot former forester and father of the conservation movement dined at the Chamberlain in Des Moines with Henry Wallace and a selective group of Iowan notables led by Senator Cummins and Judge Prouty. Pinchot praised Wallace and the National Conservation Congress as advancing practical conservation dialogue.
Des Moines reports the five express firms American Adams Wells Fargo Pacific and United States must explain why their rates are excessive. Attorney General Byers, acting as complainant, files with the state railroad commission charging high express charges and detailing company incorporations and governing laws. The complaint cites several rates to illustrate overall excessiveness in Iowa.
At the Des Moines Orpheum Theater the company presents On Stony Ground in the week of Sept 11. Miss Williams portrays Katie a hash lady with a script drawn from Mark’s gospel. The set is a Wast Side New York restaurant and a visiting artist Google sells ten million dollars of pictures.
A wallet belonging to John Craig of Huxley Iowa was found on a rubbish pile in an alley. It contained 265 in money orders and drafts and police fear foul play or possible suicide.
Red Oak Sept 10 Will Kerrihard 18 son of Ed Kerrihard was found dead in bed. Death caused by heart failure.
Fort Dodge Iowa Sept 10 James Reason fifth of the alleged bootleggers rounded up at Mason City was bound over to the grand jury His bond was fixed at 200 dollars
The Mary O Coldren Home for Aged Women in Iowa City opens today and reports immediate occupancy with residents already in place.
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