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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1903
Page
6
This fragment hints at a noisy debate involving Major Callatan and a newspaper editor who jokes about threats and legal trouble. The piece mocks rival reporters and quacks while asserting continued entertaining mischief and a colorful local vibe. It references elections, editors, doctors, lawyers, and playful banter.
A New York Times excerpt notes a cruel story about a difficult pupil in Sunday school. The child resists reform, saying he will try to be good but doubts success. The tale, quoted with playful dialect, contrasts effort and outcome.
A Monday fire gutted a block owned by the Bird estate in Des Moines causing losses to three tenants. The total damage is estimated at 815,000 with 15,000 insured.
The Ackley World notes a strong reader base and community pride as residents engage with local events, businesses, and school activities, reflecting a close-knit town tone. The edition highlights upcoming gatherings and local achievements, underscoring daily life in Ackley.
A wave of robberies hits Rowan depot and the Interstate Lumber offices, and Jacob Pohl's elevator at Gaithler. Pohl reports a loss of 47.74 dollars. Inter state Lumber loss unclarified. Dumont reports Dr St Peters robbed of 300. Thieves fled each time. no identities. Authorities alerted nationwide.
Late Saturday Judge O'Donnell granted a sweeping temporary injunction in favor of the Union Electric company. The order restrains members of the local lodge of the Amalgamated Order of the Street Car Employes and their aiders from interfering with the operation of the Union Electric line and lighting plant.
The board of education considers amending rules on applications for teachers state certificates. Previously only college or normal school graduates or those with at least three years teaching experience were eligible to take the examination.
A cloud burst and heavy rain hit Sioux City on Sunday, flooding streets and cellars as Perry Creek surged. The torrent carried the body of Edward Corum, prominent contractor, who had vanished February 25, downstream toward the Missouri River. Citizens retrieved the body with long poles.
Davenport this week hosts visiting trade union representatives. Some 750 unions in the state with about 75 000 members will discuss issues of interest to workers. Delegates will tour the government arsenal and attend a banquet as part of the four day meeting that opened Tuesday.
The fiftieth annual catalogue of Cornell college Mt. Vernon reports a yearly attendance of 743, up from 726 last year. The senior class reaches 79, the largest in the school’s history, with a faculty of 40 drawn from leading American and foreign universities.
County and town items report Creston owns its burying ground while West Union faces bootlegger rumors. Marathon votes on a 14000 school bond. State Normal wins field meet at Cornell with 63 to 10 over Cornell. Wampton raises 800 for a semi pro baseball team. Foresters convene at Marshalltown June 9 and 10. Isaac Kelsey of Fayette county dies at 101. Pilgrim hotel in Marshalltown changes hands. Los Angeles man buys lease of Amen firm. A lone robber robs eight Alton residents in one night. Building and loan associations in town go out of business. West Del Monnca rejects ten-month school year. Mrs. Pauline Hoeft of Davenport attempts suicide, saved by daughter. Monument proposed for Rev. Haddock at Stony City site of 1886 shooting. One mile brick pavement per population touted in Oskaloosa. Davenport’s moral spasm subsides amid renewed gambling reports. Centerville C B Q case on Temple amendment to be appealed. Prof H L Adams seeks support for superintendent post. Cedar Falls mayor fines an agent for supplying liquor. Lt I H Gallup ordered to West Point to teach at military academy. West Point 1499 graduate. President Seurley declines Cedar Falls presidency of State College. Cedar Falls board member cites departure.
The Supreme Court convened in Des Moines on Tuesday to open the May term running three weeks with many important causes. The board of examiners also met for three days to test fifty applicants for state license to practice law. Members include Attorney General Mullan as president, Louis Black, E C Ebersole, J H Henderson, Finley Burke, W S Kenyon, and newly appointed examiners Henderson and Kenyon.
Henry Talbert aged 50 an elevator operator in the Equitable Building Des Moines was instantly killed by a fall down an elevator shaft He leaves a wife and eleven children.
The Mapes brick mill at West Point was valued at $12,000 and destroyed by Monday, presumably due to a dust explosion. There was little insurance.
A Boston Commercial Bulletin item quotes a housewife offering ten cents for a man’s services as a tramp questions legal risk under a new antitrust law. The exchange humorously contrasts social solicitation with statutory price pressures.
A Brooklyn wag remarks on a tailor's billhead design calling it a forget me not. The exchange highlights the small flower motif in the corner and its perceived meaning.
Detroit Free Press quotes Uncle Reuben arguing about conscience and restraint, noting a conscientious man should avoid extreme behavior even when following principles. The editorial tone questions consistency in personal conduct and public virtue.
A fragment from a Cleveland Plain Dealer item features banter about racing and a masked ball. Clara compliments Manuel on his mask at the fancy ball while joking about bookmakers and the races. The dialogue hints at social intrigue and fashionable entertaining with a dash of humor.
Iowa Central railroad sells round trip tickets Ackley to Los Angeles or San Francisco for 80. Valid May 12 33 14 14 18 and return by July 15 1903. Diversified routes and stops permitted in each direction. Contact local agents.
Special correspondence from Washington notes the U S Navy’s Pensacola target runs. Seven ships including the Kearsarge Alabama Illinois Iowa Massachusetts Texas and Indiana showed strong gunnery, with Alabama leading in accuracy and several accidents marred the record, prompting safety reviews and continued testing at Indian Head proving grounds.
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