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Newspaper
Chariton Democrat
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1902
Page
1
The Chariton Democrat columns mock public figures from John L. Sullivan to Krupp, Edison and Chamberlain. It jokes about hospitality laws, Hetty Green foreclosures, Krupp peace-makers purchase, and a planned AFL convention in Boston amid a cascade of satirical anecdotes.
Krupp implemented a pension system for his employees that also included plans and specifications allowing the employees to bear the pension expenses.
A Native informant’s tip led to locating the Alaskan boundary monuments, highlighting a crucial contribution by Indigenous people in mapping the region. The report notes this discovery was aided by the information supplied.
In a curious old world incident a Maine bride halted a wedding to pin her veil and straighten her attire amid the ceremony. The moment reflects practicalities and decorum in a traditional setting.
A Philadelphia wife left 1300 dollars in a store after misplacing a money amount her husband had just borrowed 10 cents. The casual loss underscores the odd timing and common mishap described in the piece.
King Leopold asserts resolve against anarchists while reports say he grows pale upon hearing a cook tenderize steak with a potato masher, highlighting a discordant domestic scene amid political tension.
The Doukhobors or Russian Quakers considering a move from Russia to Turkey have perhaps not heard the saying about the frying pan and the fire.
A doctor asserts habitual lying in boys stems from poor blood flow and suggests the same reasoning could apply to certain publications, a claim he presents as non speculative rather than rhetorical.
A physician states that people who sleep with their mouths closed live the longest. The claim notes potential extra benefit if the mouth remains shut during waking hours, suggesting greater comfort as well as longevity.
The painter Verestchagin sold 3143 045 dollars worth of his works in a single day in New York. The note adds that bringing the millennium now rests on somebody getting rich writing poetry.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes the rising unpopularity of the high silk hat. The New York Sun questions the garment’s definition, suggesting readers debate what a silk hat truly is and why its use has declined.
The article describes a military gun setup using one thousand pounds of powder to launch a two thousand three hundred seventy pound projectile across twenty one miles, illustrating a strenuous, forceful display of metal power.
Mrs Nation reacts to the extravaganza by New York socialites at the horse show and hints at a return of the shock when she takes the stage.
In Germany insiders scramble to decide who will become the next ambassador as the selection process unfolds. Washington signals a possible broader remit and a larger hat for the post.
A peace treaty between the Revolutionists and the government of Colombia has been signed. Both sides agree to refrain from any action that would dirty or damage the canal as part of the settlement.
The four year old child of John Knight of Creston was badly burned after allegedly finding a match and igniting clothing while the mother was away. The Chickasaw county district court, presided by Judge Fellows, adjourned with the sole sentence given to John Thompson for a statutory rape conviction near Jerico, sending him to Anamosa penitentiary for ten years.
The report details Woodson Readgon's second degree murder verdict after a 35 hour jury deliberation. It covers Kinney's fatal farm accident caused by a broken tree support, Fred Moore's gun shot injury, a failed water works plan for Ottumwa, a Rock Island train fight leaving multiple injured or dead, and Clinton shootings. Additional items include the Des Moines News first anniversary, government notes from Des Moines, and various oddities and notes from national life.
A Cablegram from Caracas to the U S state department states the Venezuelan government has asked for arbitration to resolve civil war related claims by British and German subjects. Secretary Hay authorized Bowen to pursue arbitration as needed, representing the United States if requested, amid doubt about a smooth settlement with France Italy and others potentially involved.
Caracas reports Italy has sent demands to Caracas similar to Germany and Britain over claims. The German commission seeks to delay the blockade by persuading the commander to wait. Venezuelan troops near La Guaira number 3200 as demonstrations continue and Madame von Pilgrim Baltazzi lies ill at the German legation.
Paris Temps argues the United States should offer mediation in the Venezuela crisis, a move Venezuela would accept while Germany and Great Britain could not object. Senor Maubourguet, Venezuela’s diplomatic agent, released Castro’s Caracas speech to the press. In San Francisco, Lucille Gage christened the Pacific cable with a champagne bottle as 30 000 to 40 000 spectators watched the shore end landing.
A group of New York bankers led by George F. Baker forms a rescue pool of 50 million dollars to lend in an emergency. J P Morgan & Co and major banks including City National, Chase, National Bank of Commerce, Hanover, Fourth, Western join with pledges totaling five million each. Corn Exchange subscribes 2.5 million and Chemical National 1 million.
In Willemstad on December 10 a new venture appears likely as General Nicholas Ricondo, a Matos lieutenant, proclaims himself chief with 2000 supporters. General Rivers, another Matos lieutenant, gathers 1200 men near Coro and attacked the railroad last Friday. Lationists surge in Barquisimeto as President Castro retakes 4100 troops to confront them.
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