26 Sep 1907
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1907
Page
1
A jumble of wry observations touches on prohibition and pontifications from a Hoboken force request to Mark Twain jokes, noting a Kansas woman preventing a wreck with a bottle on track, the patent folly of tree hoop economics, a North Pole search by Commander Feary, and a widow’s snoring verdict.
An extended reflection on rural life in Nebraska highlighting the farmer’s wife and household needs. It contrasts summer heat in the kitchen with winter burdens, notes the value of practical travel comforts, and urges modest, selfless preparation for seasonal work and travel. It emphasizes temperament and hospitality as key virtues.
An imaginative student in St Pauls Massachusetts inspires a new fad titled Dutch Decorations that has captivated students at Wellesley Vassar and Bryn Mawr and threatens to invade Fifth Avenue homes. The trend features pasted labels and painted scenes inspired by rural Dutch attire and scenery spreading across Easter Seals regions. Notable figures Jay Gould and sister Marjorie are linked to the continued expansion of this collecting craze.
A fragment describes imperial petitions received during the emperor's fortnightly audience. We read of citizens and often very young petitioners seeking pecuniary help, with pages of letters delivered to a waiting coachman who ferried them to the sovereign.
A New York City resident wakes to Thomas Anish singing from a nearby apartment. The critic notes a grand romantic performance sung with powerful baritone quality, praised for depth and emotive phrasing despite sleepers surrounding him.
A New York Herald report describes William Morgan evolving a flying machine inspired by a rooster. A small model uses rubber band motors to drive two front propellers and can be wound for power. The craft, tested at a Bowery hotel, claims no gas. steering relies on propeller speed changes and aeroplane positions to descend gradually.
By H. B. Hulbert, former adviser to the emperor of Korea, discusses Japan's pride in its victories over Russia and warns that great powers must unite to check Japan's rising power. He cites Portsmouth and American indifference as factors shaping Korea's fate and critiques complacent leadership and vested interests.
Essay argues for the home as a precious, self-contained refuge. It contrasts devoted Virginians who value simple homes over worldly gains, praising the fireside as center of character and daily life. The author urges renewal of home spirit and pride in domestic virtue.
In News borg New York farmers in Searsville organize the Orange County Union to sell directly to consumers with union labels on produce. They aim to form a Central Labor Union backed co op exchange in Newburg handling onions tomatoes cabbage and other garden produce at prices below current merchants. Labor leaders welcome lower prices but questions arise on how to stamp labels without damaging produce and whether eggs and hens can be included for labeling.
President K L Butterfield of Massachusetts Agricultural College argues rural schools should emphasize vocational training and community service. Schools should act as social centers, collaborating with churches, granges, libraries, and adult education groups, and hold joint meetings with patrons to discuss school aims and community issues.
The essay argues that in all industrial sectors fierce competition favors nations using science and art, and higher education is essential. It states that early training unlocks natural talent and that only well-educated individuals can reach mastery in any field.
Sergeant N A Berg of North Yakima Washington earns top honors in the President's match at the national tournament defeating leading U S military rifle shots. He also places seventh in the President's match bowl skirmish and helps his team win the national regimental skirmish. Berg, a farmer, entered national shoots three years ago and joined Washington's first team his first year. He will receive a decoration and Roosevelt's autograph letter. Sundberg of Jamestown New York sets a world record with a police revolver scoring 4400 of 6000 at 50 yards.
Fragmented text shows an agent at Mendelson's Candy Nest and a Seer named Pyphapaht Ate Biranders debating a fresh spoil incident. Mr Saunders notes a recently dumped catty and remarks on a plan to test a mysterious mixture while locals observe a tense delay and caution.
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