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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1901
Page
7
The slate lists Albert B. Cummins for Governor John Herriott for Lieutenant Governor M Weaver for the Supreme Court J O Brown for Railroad Commissioner and R C Barrett for Superintendent of Public Instruction among others.
An editorial tribute honors President William McKinley mourning his assassination. It lauds his rise from the people and his wartime leadership, and notes national sorrow across churches and homes. It also comments on President Roosevelt's youth and potential, comparing era figures.
The article discusses Vice President Roosevelt taking the oath last Saturday to become President of the United States. It notes the calm, simple ceremony and weighs public expectations of his vigor, independence, and potential radical action versus conservatism and mature judgment. It compares his record as New York governor and police commissioner.
Tax levy summaries across Anamosa Monticello Oxford Junction and Onslow show higher rates for property owners in Anamosa and lower in Onslow. Board of Supervisors proceeds detail illiteracy-based European comparisons, county road and bridge projects, and numerous warrants for labor, lumber, and repairs across townships, including Madison Clay Fairview and others with specific costs and receipted items.
Upon notice of President McKinley’s death Governor Shaw issued a proclamation urging Iowans to abstain from secular pursuits on the day designated for the President’s funeral.
An old advertisement uses a tiger and bird shot comparison to promote Scott's Emulsion as a remedy for consumption. It claims the product strengthens the body, soothes lungs, and slows disease progression, urging readers to request a free sample from Scott & Co. and buy from druggists.
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