Banquet Honors Whitman Reid in Liverpool Speech
Whitlaw Reid at a Liverpool banquet claims South Africa peace will be lasting, with a united Anglo American power forming from former factions. The event, attended by British and American figures, echoed themes of empire and moral progress amid growing international tensions.
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German Letters Influence on Language Learning in America
H. Fiake in New York Ties argues German letters strengthen language learning, noting few German- American children study German cursive in school. He cites alphabet familiarity, perseverance, and parental reading, contrasting German versus English letter usage and urging national adoption of a single German-based alphabet to ease learning.
Thomas Graham Dies in Cambridge at 92
Thomas Graham died at the home of Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Nash in Cambridge on Thursday July 17 1902 at about one o clock aged 92 years 6 months 8 days. A native of Pennsylvania he settled in Illinois as a young man later returning to Ohio five years ago to live with his daughter Mrs. Nash. He was well preserved in body and mind for his age and his faithfulness as a Christian spanned nearly three quarters of a century. Interment will be near Monmouth Hills beside his wife. Services were held at the Cambridge residence conducted by Revs. Wagar and Miller with his body transported by rail to the interment site. He was the last of his family with several siblings and cousins noted in a former sketch. four of his children survived with their respective locations listed as well as his daughter Sarah Nash in Cambridge and sons Adaline Donnell Denver Samuel L Graham Kaye Stone Oklahoma and Mary Chickering of Ashtabula.
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Geological Freak Sinking Catalina Area Supports Claim
A scientific note argues Santa Catalina and nearby lands sank or rose with oceanic shifts. Ritter dredged cobbles from 270 feet depth on Catalina, suggesting an old ocean beach now far from shore, aligning with Lawson’s theory of regional subsidence and uplift during geological periods.
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Hawthorn diversity in United States surpasses Europe study shows
The Arnold Arboretum in Boston leads a nationwide effort mapping North American hawthorns. Researchers report 81 new varieties identified, with grafting speeding flowering. Field work across Rochester to Florida aims for a comprehensive monograph, while seeds and cultivated forms boost Boston parks and private estates. The piece also recounts a Turkish humor tale about Nasreddin Effendi.
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Man Tries Feeding Hens 100 Eggs A Year Then Fails
A Missouri man Silas Wakefield tried to profit from poultry by making hens lay 100 eggs daily and altering day length with curtains and light. He shipped eyes, set up dramatic lighting, and claimed high profits until the flock collapsed from death and disease. The lesson: the great discovery failed to pay.
Whistler and Zorn Pride in Art Sparks Quick Dismissal
Edward Chaltant of Chicago recalls how Whistler and Anders Zorn both view themselves as great artists. Whistler famously dismissed Velasquez when asked who is the greatest artist, while Zorn answered simply I am the greatest elder since Rembrandt in a laconic reply.
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No General Strike Proposed by Miners Convention Plan
Indianapolis July 18 The convention heard President Mitchell urge continued work by miners and propose funding through assessments and donations to avoid a broad strike. A plan included $60,000 from national funds, weekly $1 dues, 25 percent salaries levies, and appeals to unions and the public for support. Open sessions followed with widespread applause for the recommendations.
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Burglar case leads to arrest of husband in Mendenhall tragedy
From West Union Ohio July 18 coroner orders arrest for Jono Mendenhall who shot his wife claiming mistook her for a burglar. Also reports Cincinnati Miss Castello burned to death after a servant tended flame wind toppled a hinge. Delaware board of trustees eyes vindication at Girls Industrial Home amid a pending adjourned session. Other incidents include accidental nitro wagon crash Findlay and detective Ryan’s return, plus local corporate filings and a gas oil discovery in Knox county.
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International conference urged to curb trusts across nations
London sources disclose a government proposal for an international conference to combat trusts through both public measures and private cartels. M. DeWitte's note to Russia and France's ambassador circulated to signatory powers argues for joint action to curb artificial price depression and production control, signaling a Hague principle approach.
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