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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1903
Page
4
In a Washington Star quote, Uncle Eten notes that contention is closer to wealth, but hints a proper opportunity that could bring both into reach, suggesting a cautious view on achieving gains.
A Philadelphia Press voice warns against lovesickness as a malady. The piece recounts a doomed elopement, a bride-to-be’s refusal to defy parents, a man’s collapse from passion, a doctor’s diagnosis of lovesickness, and community quips about strong will and folly.
A sixteen car Illinois Central coal train bound for Chicago was halted by a mob of about 800 in Arcola amid a weeklong fuel famine. Citizens loaded wagons in tan lots, weighed goods, and sought to distribute coal to the needy while officials refused to sell. Church leaders and local dignitaries helped marshal the scene as residents faced widespread fuel hardship.
Feito fired a shot at the royal carriage but missed. The would be assassin, once confined in a Buenos Aires asylum, was identified as Velto. The second carriage held Duke of Sotomayor and the Queen Mother. no one was hurt. King Alfonso remained calm and later greeted well wishers.
Berlin reports Dr. von Molleben plans no return to Washington except when recalled. Debated reasons include failing to quell U S public opinion and difficulty securing Roosevelt as arbiter in the Venezuelan dispute. Baron von Sternberg named temporary Washington chargé d’affaires, to decide later if von Holleben resumes ambassadorial post.
Health officials warn 200000 Chicago residents suffer ailments from coal famine and cold. Death rates rise, with under five and elderly showing sharp increases. authorities label culprits as constructive homicide. Reports also cover politics and industry events in brief items across the country.
In Manila a large crowd pleads for Governor Taft to stay, with signs in English, Tagalog and Spanish reading We want Governor Taft. Representatives from Federal, Liberal and Nationalist parties urge Taft to remain to preserve order and maintain current policy, while Taft stresses policy over personal fate as millions cheer.
A distorted Civil War era missive from Major M C Tiouse offers 150 cavalry to defend Indiana against Negro domination. The letter, dated Panola Ark, references Governor Jefferson Davis and Major Wonse with a note on his youth and prior service. The text also mentions the Eagle Rangers and Governor Jamie Eagle.
The State Department reports Baron Speck von Sternberg will visit Washington as a minister on special assignment. Ambassador von Frolleben, on sick leave, left Berlin without farewells to the President or Secretary Hay. His illness may excuse the departure, and retirement is possible under German diplomatic rules. The embassy anticipates a full personnel change after Baron Sternberg’s appearance.
In Providence the Rhode Island House organized with Republicans holding a narrow majority. Democrat Joseph P. Burkins won the Senate seat by eight votes over J. J. Fitzgerald. James D. Richardson plans to retire as minority leader. The era notes include various international and cultural items and a French parliamentary proposal.
Henry Phipps, former United States Steel director, plans to endow a Philadelphia hospital for isolation and treatment of advanced consumptive patients through a gift exceeding 1 million dollars. Dr. Lawrence Flick will lead the project, with a temporary building to be rented in the city within two weeks. Plentiful funds available from Phipps.
Fragmented text reports famine concerns in Chicago with cries of families unable to eat. It cites wool imports and farm issues, plus mentions a murder linked to a rejected assault and various international political tensions and protests across multiple countries.
Wholesale listings show milk exchange quotes and various prices for creamery products, meats, fruits and vegetables, poultry, grains, and farm goods. Entries name sellers and item categories with per unit and bulk rates, reflecting a broad regional market snapshot.
The Weather Bureau summarizes crop conditions with a promising Ohio Valley winter wheat outlook aided by snow cover. Temperatures in upper Mississippi and Missouri valleys drop to near zero to twenty degrees below, while Australia faces heavy import needs as New South Wales yields shrink.
A Beaumont Texas report notes shipments totaling 27 000 000 barrels of oil for the year with storage at Beaumont La Vine and Port Arthur. The article cites an estimated 10 000 000 barrels net and mentions related figures for sugar and cotton crops in Cuba and the United States.
Readers learn of postmen in rural areas who read letters aloud for recipients. Tales include farmers tipping for reading, wives pleading eyesight issues, and requests for mourning lamps or wedding stamps. A London postman jokes about fashion trends and a Metamora obituary ends with a note on forgiveness.
Surgeon Captain K Tamura told military surgeons that paper windows in place of glass allow air to pass freely yet reduce germ transfer. He cited a test showing 97 percent of air bacteria removed and joked that Parisians suffer far more germs daily than Japanese due to paper use in homes in Philadelphia Ledger report.
Fragmentary reader message discusses remedies for colds and chronic catarrh. It suggests Peruna as a remedy to prevent recurring illnesses and health misery if used whenever a cold or cough appears, claiming it could reduce catarrh to almost unknown levels.
A fragment discusses first stage catarrh and urging Vertins usage, then moves to a Berlin court debate on theft involving a starving man and a loaf of bread. The text includes commentary on Le Gallienne anecdotes, midday hours, and various global notices, ending with multiple quotes on weather, finance, and social topics.
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