27 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Buffalo Center Tribune
Location
Buffalo Center, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1907
Page
1
A widowed hostess and a bachelor debate the futility of New Year resolutions. They compare giving up small vices to cleaning a crowded house, confess temptations, and note vows, marriages, and social vows often collide with desire and habit. The dialogue turns to how vows shape behavior and love.
A reflective verse recounts the newborn year as a living child, surrounded by gifts from earth and sea. It speaks of dawn, gold light, and springtime promises, with a fatherly gaze toward future days and the shaping of a heir from creation’s wealth. The poet Arthur Lo Satwom signs his contemplative piece.
A widow and bachelor discuss resolutions and romances as they toast New Year. vows, temptations, and social expectations collide with playful sarcasm. The dialogue pivots on promises of marriage and lifestyle choices, ending with a midnight chime that hints at weddings.
New Year's visiting customs trace back through history with Chinese visiting cards listing all titles. Made of silk backed fine paper, they are large and rolled for carrying. They are so valued that they are often returned to their owners.
A bitter clash on the House floor saw John Sharp Williams of Mississippi strike David A. De Armond of Missouri after a disputed tie passing over a committee assignment. Blood flowed as blows traded between the rival lawmakers until aides separated them and the scene ended amid shock.
The supreme court ruled the anti cigarette law does not apply to cigarettes with pure tobacco but authorizes banning cigarettes with health harming additives. It also struck down the June 1907 theater ticket price act and found Mayor Busse lacked authority in removing five Chicago school board members appointed by Mayor Dunne.
A massive blast at Palermo's military powder magazine Thursday night shattered the town. Flames rose to destroy ruined houses as panicked residents fled. About 25 people were killed and 400 injured, with troops sent to assist firefighters and clear wreckage.
Buck Hinrichsen known as Buck Hin richsen died at his Alexandria home on Wednesday after a long decline in health. Former Illinois secretary of state under Governor Altgeld, he was about 59 and a prominent figure in state politics for many years.
New York youth William White, 17, confessed thief in a $32000 jewelry theft from the United States Wzpresa company. He was arrested in Jersey City, according to police.
Princess Terr Po mare of Tahiti’s royal family, daughter of Queen Marau and niece of Prince Arii P., arrived in San Francisco on Friday aboard the Ocean to Uner Meriposs from Papeete.
Des Moines reports indicate state and savings banks hold a reserve of 18 percent with deposits up more than 18 million over the past year, despite a slight net decrease of under 10 million in deposits since August. The Des Moines Savings Bank transfer to a national bank accounts for much of the observed shifts, while overall conditions improve and capital stock declines are offset by consolidations.
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