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Newspaper
Buffalo Center Tribune
Location
Buffalo Center, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1908
Page
5
A long reader letter argues chivalry survives in modern America through courtesy and heart, contrasting busy ferry chases and grand European court habits. It cites October Appleton's and the Boston Herald on kings, guards, and travel gear to illustrate enduring norms of respect and discipline among men and women.
In Salem, Mags, society men accused of cruelty to polo ponies stir public reaction as the group suffers arrest and fines. The piece notes education and public opinion shifting against cruelty, while suffrage advocates argue ballots attract male attention, and mentions investors eyeing buffalo prices at 1,000 with cautions on value.
Mundt on charge radiated response to appoint a new minister from Turkey succeeding Monmied. Al-Boy had been pensioned. Formerly a n Arie ta of the sultan.
The passing of Thomas Walker, a wealthy Hardin county pioneer, likely ends a long, heating lawsuit over guardian rights. His death shifts a dispute between his son John Walker and son-in-law Barry over alleged mental incapacity and valuable property. Heavily contested, the case had lingered through the courts before the senior Walker’s death.
Gen Richard Hoxie of Iowa City, 83, longtime army retiree, will cast his first presidential vote this fall. He enlisted at 16 and never voted while in service, honoring a principle of nonparticipation in partisan politics yet staying informed on public matters. He may be the nation’s oldest member of a social club, officials note.
A blaze on Oct 19 gutted the Galvin Jones general merchandise store barber shop and pool room at Valeria. Warehouses connected to the store burned and the post office nearby narrowly escaped. Fire started around o'clock and by 10 o'clock the buildings lay ashes. A revival gathering at the Methodist church halted to help prevent spread of the flames.
Newton reports Dr Perry Engle cleared of adultery after Tasuce J. W. Alltyos ruled he and his wife failed to prove the accusation malicious. Miss Mary McMannus, the co-defendant, was not tried and a suit by Mrs Engle for divorce and by Miss Mc Mannus for damages is expected. attorney J C Hawkins announced plans for actions.
Merritt Greene and Charles H. Hatcher, owners of the Reflector Printing Co, asked Judge Parker in district court to appoint J L Wileman of the Marshall National Bank as receiver to take charge of the property. They allege former editor Henry J. Thompson ran up debts for materials and supplies and seek a receiver to avoid personal liability.
A dispute in district court involves David Bradley & Co. dealers and several jobbers in a demurrage challenge against the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railroad. The Bradley firm seeks relief over nonarrival of material claimed to be fault of the railroad, testing demurrage law on railroad-delivered delays.
Very Rev Father F DeLang superior of Bt Josepha Technical school of Techny visited the site of Dyersville to inspect ground for a new complex. About 200 acres of land would be required with a branch general building planned for educating missionary priests of the Society of the Divine Word based in Steyle Molland and Tuckny IL.
In Griswold area farm land value climbs as transactions occur. James R. Putnam sold a 120 acre farm just north of town for 136 dollars per acre. A L Burnham rejected an offer of 160 dollars per acre for his southeast of town farm.
Fire swept through Shell Rock on October 19 as flames gutted a large house and destroyed the engine house and its equipment. Waterloo and Waverly fire departments aided efforts, limiting further damage. total loss estimated around 26 thousand four hundred dollars with contents and in town businesses around 13 thousand six hundred.
November 10 was chosen by the Austin Flint Medical Association executive committee for its emis annual meeting at Hampton. An excellent programme on surgical and medical topics is planned with a banquet in the evening. The association includes a large membership from the medical fraternity across about a dozen counties in the region.
Henry A. Baker, long time Bloug City resident and Baker Overall Co. member, died at his home. A native of Crown Point, N. L., he was 66 and served Winneshiek County in the Iowa legislature with two terms in the house and one in the senate.
The jury in the McHugh will case disagreed and was discharged after a dispute over testimony. The test verdict stood seven to five for the contestants, and the case will be retried.
A high wheel at the Keokuk Electric Mailway & Power company exploded on Oct 20 killing James D. Jonas. Fragments weighing about 1,200 pounds flew 600 feet wrecking a frame. His family narrowly escaped death as the city went dark and streetcars halted. Fire crews extinguished the flames and power was restored in time.
Silas C. McFarland of Marshalltown Iowa, consul general at large for Europe, was found dead with a bullet wound at Ludwigslust station after the Hamburg Berlin express arrived Oct 24. Investigation by General Trac kard began. McFarland, born 1859, had risen from printer to prominent diplomat with a wife Miss Marie Bibocker.
Indianapolis readies for the unveiling of Gen Benjamin Harrison memorial with a parade by the Tenth United States infantry and Indiana National Guard. Speakers include Gen Join W Noble, John Griffith. Miss Elizabeth Harryman Harrison’s daughter to draw the cord. Officials from Washington expected but many campaign duties noted.
Booker T. Washington, principal of Tuskegee Institute, releases annual figures for the year ending May 30. Total students in all departments reach 1,421 with 1,085 young men and 540 young women. Regular institute students average 1,400 in attendance. The white agriculture short course and 144 training school children are excluded. Students come from 28 states and 21 foreign countries, average age 18.1, none under 14. By year end 110 persons received diplomas and certificates.
Boston October 26 Judge Cutler reports the Chelsea blaze of April 12 was caused by wanton carelessness involving ragpickers employed by Rubin Bros. The inquest findings, filed with the Chelsea superior court clerk, determine the catastrophe's cause and avert further danger to the city.
General Drederick von Versen arrived at Ludvelgelust to remove the body of Silas McFarland of Tong the American consul general at large for the Duropgan division who died by his own action on the Hahbure Berlin route the body was taken to a location per request by Mr Molar Tawyer for disposal.
Prominent Louisiana families figure in a Texas Pacific Cannonball incident near New Orleans. Bride Mrs Fred Van Ingen, on her bridal tour, watched as Fiz Beauvé fired at her husband Prof. Fred Van Ingen before an uncle restrained the weapon. Beauvé, 24, had pursued the couple from Alexandria where the wedding occurred. Van Ingen, 23, a teacher, is related to Gov. Blanchard. Beauvé was arrested after the shooting.
Rome reports Italian cruiser Etruria and steamer Fiera ordered to New York to await the fluke of the Abruzzi mission. The ships will escort the duke and bride to Italy. Senator Eukles to Italy may receive the title of chevalier of Annunciade during a later visit. In Germany, Princess Alexandra Victoria to Prince August William of Prussia wed with imperial family and officials present. A Missouri saloon keeper is murdered when a bartender is shot by a drunk patron after a dispute.
A drunken incident on July 2 ends with James, the accused negro murderer, cornered after entering Bal linth street home and stabbing Miss Blancha Ballard. Ballard, Meath, and others chase James who flees but is captured near Ballard’s property and jailed after a violent confrontation.
Official estimates on storm deaths are incomplete with varied figures. Refugees and cholera concerns rise as authorities assess losses, locations, and rescue needs amid flooding.
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