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Newspaper
Chariton Democrat
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1904
Page
1
A Potpourri of comments from Chariton Democrat columns covering global affairs from Russia to Spain, hints on Panama fevers and isthmian risks, lampooning slang, a hoard of Tolstoy volumes sold, a dig at Mr. Davia, shifts in phone voices, sea of Azov references, Milton’s Paradise Lost earnings, and a Boston jury verdict on forgery by an unmarried woman.
Another revolution has begun in San Domingo, dissolving the need to settle the earlier ongoing revolution that began before this breakout. The development signals a swift shift in the political turmoil gripping the region.
A light anecdote notes M Quad’s 64 cent champagne and a stenographer who confidently guesses she will have some, prompting a humorous moment when he need not ask her to guess again.
The note states Brown Dartmouth Harvard Yale in a new intercollegiate proportion following Dartmouth’s wins over Brown in debate and football. The remark reflects a shifting balance among Ivy League rivals in early competition.
M Bertillon expands his crime detection method by incorporating physiognomy so a detective may identify a criminal by appearance. The advancement suggests future ability to recognize offenders at a glance.
In a cheeky note on class and fashion, British elites push Queen Edward era style as the model for today’s Four Hundred to imitate. The editorial hints at social status shifting away from old aristocracy toward trend and spectacle.
A lighthearted note remarks that skating would be less entertaining if boys and girls separated on different ponds, while the cold 10 degree temperature adds humor to the scene.
A fragment hints at General Ortiz pursuing a $10 000 legacy left by Cardinal Herrero y Espinosa for the first Spanish general who could invade the United States. The remark links historical figures and a contested inheritance in a speculative tone.
A French chemist notes enough phosphorus in the human body to make 820000 matches, but the operation remains financially unprofitable.
A reader asks why young men insist on paying marked attentions to young women, noting they are most often identified in potential breach of promise suits. The query suggests concerns about future liability and social expectations.
As each power gauges how much the other will concede without fighting the talks between Japan and Russia proceed toward an amicable settlement.
Lens grinders press for higher wages as wholesale glass material prices rise. The report notes a looming impact on spectacle costs and hints at the public viewing events described as free shows for the near sighted.
A critic argues that in England the pattern is patronage rather than corruption as officials grant jobs at home or in the colonies, often funded by government expense. The remark highlights a view of widespread influence over appointments.
Miss Crabtree, famed stage favorite known as 48 Lotta, is reported to have earned millions in real estate deals. The text suggests these earnings secure ongoing benefits, with no need to rise for further payouts.
Des Moines reports the Iowa Capitol suffered a major blaze within a week of the legislature opening. The House chamber and galleries burned, water flooded corridors, and several were injured. Guards, engineers, and Gov. Cummins helped seal off the senate chamber to prevent spread as officials evacuated offices and protected the state library and treasurer’s funds.
Fire destroyed much of the state capitol building with water flooding lower rooms. Clerk John Crockett removed valuable Supreme Court pictures to the vault as officials planned an immediate legislature session and investigation into the blaze. The governor promised a fast repair plan.
In Macon Georgia a farmer built a conspicuous marble cemetery monument to himself. Residents fired revolvers at the shaft, offered $500 for the conviction of anyone involved, and burned him in effigy. They also posted a $1,000 reward for identifying the attackers.
The article notes Japan’s frustrated populace seeking relief in death near waterfall routes with police stationed at several sites. A conspicuous sign warns against drowning, cites personal crisis reports, and references priestly authority and prefectural bans on the act. It also briefly mentions a separate line about women excelling men in dexterity and a Connecticut wheelbarrow shipment to Brazil.
The First National bank of Storm Lake was closed by order of the comptroller of the currency amid insolvency evidence. Deposits had fallen sharply, about thirty thousand dollars withdrawn in two weeks, but officials say depositors will likely recover their funds as the bank resumes operations. Receiver F. F. Faville will report a deficit for the Linn Grove institution, tied to previous bank failures. President Brown and other leaders deeded land and business lots to the receiver to cover deposit shortfalls.
Iowa State College won the Spoor trophy as top team with 375 1 4 points, Ohio 351 1 4, Minnesota 346, and Kansas 325. C. B. Howard of Iowa won the Clay Sanders prize with 0 1 2 points. C. G. Eling of Kansas 80 1 4. W. A. Tener of Iowa 79 1 4. The Weare Grain and Commission office in Grinnell was closed by the sheriff on attachment for $106 25 owed to H. M. Bray. a draft was rejected by H. W. Rogers of Chicago. The office remains closed pending settlement.
The Dubuque city council will invite other Iowa cities with special charters to join in efforts to repeal amendments to Section 1370. They note the Supreme Court decision from Davenport is pending and argue the levy basis must be changed to avoid ongoing deficits.
Des Moines dispatch reports chief consulting engineer C. L. Linley of the Capitol Improvement commission died after a roof collapse in the state house ruins. He advised workers to move carefully before a beam gave way, sending brick and mortar down onto the south gallery below. Linley, 35, had been in charge of repairs and was previously tied to the B. F. Sturdevant Heating Co. He fell fifteen feet to the gallery and twenty-two to the floor, life fading after ten minutes of rescue efforts.
The Missouri River district of the Iowa Retail Liquor Dealers Association met in Sioux City to plan efforts against the Martin liquor law. They propose lowering the license vote threshold, local closing-hour control, and allowing saloons to stay open on holidays while closing on election days and Sundays. Five delegates were chosen for the Des Moines convention, and there was criticism of reformers seen as pursuing money over principle. A strong lobby at Des Moines was discussed.
The funeral was held for Otto Brier Minnie his wife and Grace six year old daughter at Sheldon's undertaking in Chicago after a fatal theater fire. The bodies were sent to Bikader Iowa for interment. the mother shielded the child as the fire consumed them.
The document names city officials including Mayor Golisitor Treasurer Marshal and councilmen Dyke C P C Palmer DD A Euslow with the roles of physician and seeses noted among the posts.
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