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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1908
Page
1
In a humorous 1908 missive from Vienna, John describes Aunt Martha's misguided attempts to shed pounds. The extended satire follows her false cures from rowing machines to electric baths, causing comical mishaps and budget wreckage as family members chase jokes rather than weight loss.
A Cleveland man facing the death penalty for murder, a devout believer in spiritualism, promised to converse with his lawyer from beyond the grave to prove his beliefs. The lawyer, skeptical yet curious, waited for over an hour for the spirit to appear but the prisoner did not show up, leaving the risky test unfulfilled.
Two men who had not seen each other since a rough ocean voyage discuss the key day on the Banks. One recalls the moment the other went to lunch with a novel and cigar, narrowly avoiding a deadly roll and a possible overboard fate.
A witty saying from the St. Louis Globe-Democrat critiques the idea of women reforming men and notes self reform via a dressmaker. The remark reflects editorial humor on gender roles in the era.
The address to Nebraska farmers at Lincoln fair condemns policies said to burden farmers. It argues that military expenditures won’t directly aid farm families and defends past incomes, warning Bryan’s proposals would not help the agriculture sector.
The Cincinnati Times-Herald notes Bourke Cockran will tour the country on the stump for the Republican ticket. It says the speeches will amuse thousands but store little lasting effect on votes, comparing his current tour to his Bryanism opposition in 1896 and wishing him a pleasant outing.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat notes a bleak forecast if Bryan loses in November. Farmers weary of wind mill schemes expect the Democratic party to endure another campaign round before any shift.
William J. Bryan argues for a president with moral courage and the ability to see through special interest rhetoric. He praises Grover Cleveland as exemplifying these traits, noting Cleveland’s stand against free silver and its political cost. The piece implies Bryan admires Cleveland’s integrity more than his own views.
The piece notes Bryan’s remarks in St Paul on government growth under Roosevelt. It cites 99,000 new offices costing 70 million annually versus 10,000 offices with six million in salaries. It argues expansion of inspection regulation and control explains policy, asks why, and accuses Bryan of contradicting his own stance.
The Hisgen Hearst campaign tour has begun and will run through the south and to California. Cal Graves plans to join, delivering his florid Democratic rhetoric to old friends. Bailey supporters in Texas may resist Hearst despite past hard words from him toward their hero.
The St Paul Dispatch notes that property with no heirs reverts to original owners unless a will exists. Lawyers warn the rule may escheat to the state, though the speaker Bryan has a well known reputation for legal knowledge.
Cascade resident Michael Kelly died from injuries after falling from a window at the Jule Gavin home. Mississippi college appointment shifts Prof. J A McLean from Iowa State to head the Mississippi Agriculture College. Other items include injuries to Mrs Sam Scott in Corning, infant peril in Ottumwa, and several local obituaries, rail and fire news, and community notes across Iowa.
A bronze medallion portrait of Count de Rochambeau is placed on his Newport headquarters house. The memorial, dedicated by the Sons of the Revolution Society of the Cincinnati and Alliance Francaise, was crafted by Pierre Feitu and honors the French general who led allied forces in the independence struggle.
The article describes a sculptor’s precise likeness of General Count de Rochambeau aged 58 during his New Port stay in 1780 1781. The work relies on an engraving from an official Parisian document, with features noted as firm and soldierly and a uniform of a French general. The piece includes laurel and oak garlands beneath a medallion, fleur de lis corners, and a star-bordered border.
Washington reports that Wu Ting Fang, twice appointed ambassador to the United States, may be recalled due to his frivolous public utterances. The Chinese government previously recalled him in 1893 and again appointed him about a year ago. He is fluent in English and once practiced law in Hong Kong.
A Marcus Aurelius passage urges acceptance of events within or beyond one’s nature to endure. It advises bearing what one is formed to bear and not complaining for what one cannot endure, noting that endurance can be shaped by opinion and viewed as in one’s interest or duty.
A Washington Star quotation contrasts the old savage method of striking two sticks for fire with the modern convenience of matches, noting the rough practicality of the former despite its slowness and difficulty on damp days.
An aeronaut recounts a trip that ended in a farmer's pasture where a big red bull was present. The crew escaped unharmed, but the balloon remained in the field.
Fashion discussion in Baltimore prompts critics to consider harsh critique of the sheath skirt. The line suggests strong, negative reactions to the garment in question.
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