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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1908
Page
4
At Lissa Technical High School in Posen on March 16 fifteen minutes of cane dueling ended when one fighter overstepped the ring. Both opponents were slashed with cane wounds while observers saw heavy injuries. The ringed match sparked debate in university circles over replacing swords with canes.
The Tatsu affair is settled as China concedes to Japanese demands. China will buy arms and ammunition aboard the Watsu and hoist the Japanese flag over the vessel. A Chinese warship will fire a salute as the flag goes up amid relief.
Des Moines March 16 Republicans of Iowa plan a state convention in Des Moines to elect 1 184 delegates to the national convention in Chicago. Attorney General H W Byers named temporary chairman with George D Perkins frequently mentioned as permanent chair. Delegates at large and district choices hinge on Allison Cummins faction rivalry, with Allison supporters believed to hold a majority of delegates and Taft nominated in three districts.
Tokio reports the government is considering tentative projects to relieve the burden of nationalized railroads. The plan aims to strengthen industry, supply additional exports for subsidized steamship lines, and raise government income through higher production revenues.
In a statement by Eugene P. Carver counsel for Charles W. Morse it is said Morse believes he can pay all his just debts with creditor cooperation. The statement argues Morse is solvent and that efforts to petition him into bankruptcy will be opposed.
A dispatch from Port au Prince Hayti says serious disturbances erupted there. Reports indicate several deaths in street fighting and numerous arrests of prominent men. Rumors of summary executions circulate.
Reports from a special train describe a serious clash in Grant parish lumber camps after wage cuts for African American workers. More than twenty shots were fired and several people were injured in the confrontation.
Police under Director of Public Safety Clay stopped several Socialist gatherings in Philadelphia causing outraged organizers to consider court action. A planned Marx anniversary address by Carl M. Zomatkin was halted, and a Zionist talk by Dr. Charles Worstman drew complaints though the main Socialists’ Paris Commune anniversary rally proceeded with thirty officers present.
In Harper's Weekly a humorous exchange has Mrs X seeking a ping and her son, starting Latin studies, suggests they fall to the earth and become ter rapins, a playful mispronunciation. The dialogue captures a light domestic moment with a child’s linguistic curiosity.
A Louisville Courier Journal style quote highlights sun as a universal resource while critics argue daylight should be limited to key areas. The exchange reflects differing civic views on public space and exposure.
The first mail steamer arriving from England reached New South Wales in 1853 marking a milestone in colonial communications. The voyage underscored improving links between Britain and the Australian colonies and strengthened maritime connections.
In Wilmington on March 16, 17 year old Matthew Kraschefsky killed his father Louis Kraschefsky at their home after being scolded for not seeking work. The incident follows a heated argument and police are investigating the motive and details.
In Fort William Ontario on March 16, William Garton, an elderly resident, quarreled with his wife and fired a revolver, wounding her in the head. He then shot himself, with reports indicating he will die.
A Lyceum dialogue notes conflict between a dissatisfied committee member and a lecturer over fees and effort. The committee member declares partial payment, while the lecturer defends his hard work and the rarity of a failure.
A schoolboy's essay quotes a London Pick-Me-Up line about England as a foreign country, coal beds and brain power as fuel, noting the remark's irony and its reflection on energy and national identity. The snippet highlights literary critique rather than direct reporting.
A brief quotation extols friendship as the richest and most complete form of progress, attributed to Philips Brooks, highlighting its enduring value.
Telegraphic briefs report the death of Prince Stephen, five-year-old son of Prince Mirko, in Cannes. The items mention a rumored plot in Lisbon, a Barcelona bombing injuring a woman, another nearby bomb, and a sweep of arrests of hundreds of colored men after a murder and highway robbery attempts in New Orleans.
Market notes from Minneapolis show May wheat at 1.07 and July at 1.05 percent. On track values list No. 1 hard 1.11144, No. 1 Northern 1.08%, No. 2 Northern 1.05% 1.06%, No. 3 Northern 1.00% 1.03%.
In Duluth on March 14 wheat futures were on track with No 1 hard at 1.09 and No 1 Northern at 1.07 May 1.05 and July 1.06. Flax futures also on track with May 1.16 July 1.18.
St Paul cattle quote range from good to choice steers 4.75 to 5.50 with fair to good 4.00 to 4.75 and cows and heifers 3.25 to 4.25. Hogs bring 4.35 to 4.50. Sheep and lambs read weth ers 5.76 to 6.15 and 6.60 to 6.35 respectively.
The financial note lists cattle and hog prices in Chicago dated March 14. Beef categories show varying bids from $2.00 to $6.75 per hundredweight, Western cattle and stockers around $3.00 to $5.00, and hogs priced from $3.80 to $4.72 with terms like light and heavy. Sheep and lambs appear at $3.75 to $7.10, with yearlings near $5.50 to $6.50.
Chicago wholesale prices show Wheat May at 96 1/4, July 92 1/4, Sept 9 3/4. Corn May 66 1/2, July 62 1/2, Sept 61 1/2. Oats May old 54 3/4, May 53 3/4, July old 47 1/2, July 45, Sept 38. Pork May 12.30 to 12.32, July 12.67 to 12.76. Butter Creameries 22 28c, dairies 20 26c. Eggs 11 4 1/2? Poultry Turkeys 14c, chickens 11c, springs 12c.
A college student in Europe lacks funds to return home. He assists a mother with a crying baby on a Liverpool ship, offers to pay passage to America in exchange for caring for the child, and keeps his word. He later becomes a prominent lawyer and reflects on the episode.
A young culprit recalls a whip punishment and the teacher's claim that it hurt him more than the student. He explains being punished for telling stories, reflecting on punishment and remorse.
A humorous exchange as Mr. Cumrox says he cannot go home because his mother and sisters are hosting a tea and have not invited him. The Washington Star records the light anecdote about social awkwardness and family dynamics.
A lean steeplejack climbs a 300 foot chimney using two bo's'n's chairs three L shaped pegs and a hammer. He fixes pegs to create hanging chairs and uses a ball of twine for safety as he ascends to inspect and repair the brickwork and weather fittings. He reaches the summit to set up holdfasts for rope and pulley systems enabling safe descent and continued work.
A sharp tongue remark about a man and his wife leads to a confession that he picked up Miss Redpepp at a bargain counter. The exchange highlights a boast about choosing the prettiest girl who stood behind one.
Ed Schiewek, head of the largest ladies tailoring establishment in the country, invites all ladies to have suits made to measure for a perfect fit. Prices equal or lower than ready made garments.
A dialogue shows a Showman offering payment in kind for a four week fast while the other party resists, stating no salary but offering living support. The exchange reflects a barter like arrangement in a historical clipping.
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