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Newspaper
Buffalo Center Tribune
Location
Buffalo Center, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1908
Page
4
A collage of quotes and observations on money, politics, and technology from Buffalo Center Tribune readers. Notes on aeroplanes, airships, and trials of modern life mix with references to Carnegie funds, royal commissions, and empire figures. Includes remarks on tuberculosis, happiness, and human nature.
A nine member family watched their ship sail for France from a New York wharf after the wife sensed danger. The ship survived, yet such superstitious forebodings are often mistaken for cause and effect in coincidences.
Rockwell City officials report the Calhoun County treasurer's office under McCrary is in good order after expert accountant Burnap audited the 1905 to 1907 period. The grand jury had urged a full county-wide review, but only the treasurer's office was checked, yielding a favorable account of its management.
Mason City reports Judge J Clark ruled that nearly all assets of the failed Bank of Corwith, about 70000 dollars, are owed to claimants who proved funds placed there were in trust and thus preferred. Claimants alleged Standing’s cashier’s receipts were fraudulent as duplicates were sold to multiple institutions.
The Modern Woodmen of America abandon the assertion that their 9500,000 deposit was a preferred claim in the failed First National Bank of Charlton. The claim will share pro rata with others, yielding about 140,000. receiver Jamieson has 250,000 to distribute, likely totaling 40 percent after a potential 15 percent later dividend.
An election on the 27th authorized bonds for a city owned water works plant by a two to one margin. Women cast the largest vote with mixed precinct sentiment, while men showed reverse trends in some areas. A follow-up election may confirm any contract the council considers, with plans tentatively accepted.
Joseph Hekiman, a youth from Servia, arrived in Ames to enroll at Iowa State College and study agronomy. He aims to return home to teach his people the science, and, though late to join this term, spends time in Ames observing and preparing to join as a student with enthusiasm for the work ahead.
Marshalltown bank officials reviewed McFarland's personal effects to confirm life insurance coverage totaling 14 000 dollars. Policies include 6 005 with Bankers Life Des Moines 5 000 Northwestern 3 000 Equitable New York, all long in force. He also owned a Morena county Iowa farm valued at about 25 000 dollars.
About six hundred women suffragists marched through Boone at noon on the 29th led by Rev. Annashaw. Miss Rendell and Miss Cortellos of London accompanied the demonstration noted for English suffragist protests. The town turned out en masse to witness the spectacle.
Creston attorney Walter J Locke died October 25 at Cottage hospital after a four week illness. He underwent an operation for liver and lung issues but deteriorated. Age 47, he came to Creston in 1870 and was admitted to the bar in 1882. He was among Creston National Bank’s oldest directors. Survived by a widow and three daughters.
Engineers from the national board of fire underwriters in New York have begun examining Des Moines business buildings and the fire department. Offices are leased in the Observatory building. The team of five men will take about thirty days to complete the inspection focusing on fire hazards building laws department readiness and insurance-related conditions.
Judge John F. Oliver in district court holds Justus beer intoxicating and fines May Lawrance, resort keeper, $300 for contempt of court and attorney fees for selling near beer. She argued the beverage was non intoxicating and that injunctions by H. H. Sawyer of the Ani-Saloon League barred the sale.
Mason City report says Ole Olsen a young Norwegian found dead in bed with gas on door locked and windows down authorities ruled accidental death due to incomplete gas shutoff others suspect self harm Olsen brother Charles Olsen lives in Hampton state dairy and food inspector R Wright has charged two Des Moines grocers with adulterated food
Arrangements are under way to begin a glove and mitten factory in Iowa Falls around January first. Mr. Freedman will start on a small scale, expanding as demand grows, with an option on the second floor of the Rigg block for canvass gloves and milking garments, and more linen goods to follow.
A posse led by the sheriff and marshal chased two suspected bank robbers who jumped from a freight train at dusk. Shots were exchanged and one fugitive was wounded in the leg before the men fled into the darkness. The pair are believed to be the safe crackers who operated in Sheldon in recent weeks.
Sac City over a $27,000 embezzlement case. H. Pettis, ex Sac County treasurer, pleaded guilty before Judge Church in district court and was sentenced to ten years in the penitentiary. He claimed innocence previously and was transported to Fort Madison to begin serving the term.
Marshalltown bank president Balch reports from Berlin that Mrs. S. C. McFarland and daughter Marian sailed on the Kaiserin Augusta Victoria to bring back the ashes of the late consul general for Europe who died by suicide on the Hamburg Berlin express October 24.
Mrs William Astor famed as New York society leader for eight decades died at 82 from heart disease at her Fifth Avenue home. Her era defined the 19th century social scene with the 400 and grand balls. Her son Col John Jacob Astor carried on the family legacy after her illness and travels, including Beechwood at Newport.
Baltimore reports the schooner Charles Hirsch from Brunswick bound for Baltimore wrecked near Paul Gamiele life saving station. Captain Frank Hunter and five sailors were rescued by life savers using the breeches buoy, while the cook and another sailor died.
Rear Admiral Alfred Reynolds Cowden was placed on the retired list of the navy Friday, marking the anniversary of his birth with a ceremonial retirement in Washington. He served in multiple commands and held key staff roles during his career.
The Upland life commission led by Liberty Bailey plans a nationwide tour beginning with a November 6 hearing at the Maryland Agricultural College. The itinerary covers the South and West before returning to Washington for December hearings, with Ithaca’s session set for mid December and involvement from YMCA leaders and ministers.
James Kerr Democratic national committeeman from Pennsylvania died Saturday morning at his New Rochelle summer home after an operation for an intestinal disorder. His wife and sons were with him. William J. Bryan had visited the day before, and Kerr had shown elation before a subsequent nervous collapse. Other physicians' consultations led to the decision that only surgery could save his life.
Jailed former county treasurer H. Pettis pleaded guilty in district court to embezzling $27,000 of county funds. The surprise change of plea led to a ten year sentence in the penitentiary. Pettis was immediatey taken to prison.
A deadly storm in New York City causes multiple accidents including the death of a 12 year old boy in the Bronx. The 40 mile per hour northwest gale disrupted the city with widespread damage and injuries reported across districts.
Bloomington men Wilam Doyle and Wiliam Sinney of Mason City were struck by a Chicago Peoria and Bt Louis switch engine at Petersburg Friday and killed. City officials investigated the fatal accident, with authorities identifying the victims and noting the harsh impact of the train collision near the rail yard.
Dr Charles A L Reed of Cincinnati told the New York Academy of Medicine that President Roosevelt will propose and push national health legislation in his next message to Congress. Reed, as chair of the American Medical Association committee, urged 13,000 physicians to back the plan and sustain a campaign for public welfare through these laws.
The Farmers Society of Equity was organized at a multi-state convention in Indianapolis. Officers elected include President J A Everitt Indianapolis and Vice President W Greflick Travis City Michigan, with Treasurer J C G Rous Indianapolis. Directors named W N Ashby Sebree Kentucky, J A Myers Ramsey New Jersey, K R Sherad Keosauqua Iowa, W H Mitchell Muncanton Kansas, L H Johnson Attica Indiana, F W Morris Rochester Minnesota.
A 110000 cubic foot balloon rose Friday in Indianapolis carrying Carl G. Fisher and G L Baumbaugh with an automobile acting as the balloon’s suspended basket. The experiment aimed to allow quick deflation and transport by loading the balloon into the car for rapid repositioning.
In Duane Street a basement blaze at Stilman Engel celluloid factory trapped Henry Jones and David Mahoney, who perished. William Settgast suffered severe facial and hand burns and may die. The trio were workers when a barrel of celluloid ignited.
A dispatch to the state department states Belgium will assume sovereignty over the Congo, which has been annexed by treaty on the fifteenth of November. The move follows formal recognition and sets Belgium as ruler of the Congo.
Orville Wright, famed aero plane designer, expressed joy at the prospect of returning home to Dayton after a hospital stay following his Fort Myer flight. He departed the hospital on Saturday amid public interest in his recovery and future plans.
Report says the Abruzzi and Katherine Elkins plan a private marriage away from public attention to avoid crowd curiosity. The timing and venue remain undisclosed, with no official confirmation from their families or representatives.
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