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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1903
Page
2
A mosaic of short items and quips touching on politics, society, and culture. Topics range from King Edward and parsimony to Bacchanalian jokes about new notes, a Michigan man awakening in his coffin, editor Stead’s vigilance, and Sir Thomas Lipton’s repeated Cup optimism amid ongoing race prep. Includes brief asides on Macedonian uprisings and deaf-mutes at opera.
The humorist Charles Buttell Loomis wins a seat as justice of the peace in New Jersey on an independent ticket. The Buffalo inquest reveals a society leader ran a boarding house, hinting at possible vindication of Buffalo society. A girl’s plea about theft cites education funding as a fault, suggesting critique of education. The piece closes with a wink at the King of Spain and the freedom to marry a grown woman.
English writers who liken Joseph Chamberlain to Daniel Webster are witty critics of political history whose specialty clearly lies in humorous work.
An American woman named Granville Gurdon, who has lived in Chicago, is mentioned as awaiting further particulars before any boasting. The report notes America and Chicago expect more information before claiming achievement.
The speaker suggests that Cuba’s distinguished senator could bolster American trust regulators if he could be imported. The remark frames a possible cross border influence on regulatory oversight and governance.
A fragment notes that the czar’s reform plan appears far reaching but will not prevent newspapers from smudging or delaying articles about it before they reach readers in Russia. The excerpt hints at ongoing censorship and public confusion over dissemination.
Army and navy officers in Washington now wear uniforms at theaters and private events, a shift from years ago. A Kansas story notes a local Scrooge hiring a colored boy to haul coal for 15 cents and tricking him into a craps game, winning the sum back.
A column notes a Chicago report claiming 1,700 young women signed a total abstinence pledge. It questions whether the pledge means lifelong sobriety or prior habit simply continuing, and mentions a preacher declaring women with plumes cannot enter heaven, while four women burned their feathers in response.
W L Dudley reports in the Rec ord at Fargo that western North Dakota has shed its cow country image. Settlement, railroads, and land syndicates boosted diversified farming, with yields in wheat and flax surpassing expectations and a population surge of about 100,000, reshaping the state’s economic balance and growth outlook.
Dakota Dan recounts a feud over a saddle sale that wasn’t his, sparked by a summer he claims the man deceived him. He notes they fell out after the betrayal and adds the man’s widow recently married the sheriff, suggesting local tension.
A child aged four tilts upside down to find relief from tired feet. Her mother asks what she is doing and the reply reveals a playful, puzzled outlook on rest. The line captures a child’s simple logic and gentle humor from a family chronicle.
Humorous yet crude exchange cited in Chicago News. A boy flirts with a girl by asking to kiss her baby sister, provoking disgust from the girl and a cautious retort about boasting courage. The vignette highlights social humor and generation gap in early 20th century urban life.
A dispatch from Militia Morocco reports 4000 insurgent Moora attacked the Frajana fortress forcing garrison Muley Amrani to readiness. Another report from Tangier says 180 men were killed in a tribal fight in the Ujda district.
Stockholm April 9 Aftonblad dispatch says on March 26 the czar signed a decree making Gov Gen Bobrikoff the supreme authority in Finland with dictatorial powers He has begun by ordering the arrest and trial of men who evaded conscription.
A quotation notes European royal marriages by proxy and a widow laments identity in marriage. The Brooklyn Eagle cites that a wife may find her husband is not the same man she married, reflecting on marriage ambiguity.
A revivalist praises courage of convictions while a character named Dan the Kid notes Bill Swipes has faced seven convictions without revealing details, reflecting a tense exchange from a Brooklyn Eagle piece.
Marie-Oh compliments Ella on her thin figure and asks for the secret. Ella smiles and answer that she took a “heroic measure” by boarding in Brooklyn, implying a humorous lack of a real diet or medical plan. The exchange ends with Comfort's light tone.
In North Fond du Lac Wisconsin Central shops two workers were fatally injured when heavy timbers fell on them. Both men died from the crushing injuries sustained at the scene.
Mrs. A. G. Barquist of Stratford drowned in a pond near her home after suffering despondency over her mother's death. The incident occurred near Webster City Iowa on April 9.
Rome reports Rt Rev George Montgomery coadjutor archbishop of San Francisco named archbishop of Manila. The interior secretary ordered withdrawal of four townships totaling about 100000 acres in Oregon’s Dalles land district to await feasibility of the Uma river survey for irrigation purposes.
Startling disclosures from Case No 6 in the postal service scandal detail a promotion syndicate influence across the nation. Charges name a Washington salary division officer as city agent and describe paid promotions, upfront fees, and monthly percentages routed through a New York office.
In Scopio Indiana the father of Minnie Peterson died of smallpox thirty nine years ago and Minnie contracted the disease after opening an old trunk with his clothes. She died yesterday making this the longest known duration for smallpox germs to remain deadly. Medical experts and the state health board study the case.
A mob of about fifty armed African American men attacked the town hall in Clives Ohio while a dance was in progress. Doors and windows were demolished, several youths were injured, and a group of men with revolvers later drove the mob away. A negro is reported wounded as a running gun battle occurred through the village.
Indianapolis April 11 David Goodwin of Wayne county is under arrest charged with attempting to poison Joseph Meyers a Richmond landowner his wife and twelve year old daughter He bought candy here and gave it to his daughter to mail to the Meyers home An analysis by Frank Hinton showed the candy saturated with arsenic Goodwin formerly worked for Meyers.
Butte Montana reports Henry Taylor a Black boxer who was knocked out in the second round by Harry White died yesterday White has been arrested in connection with the case.
A man and eight boys looted a house on East Fifty third street in New York. They carried off $5,000 worth of valuables. One eight year old boy confessed and named the others.
In New Hartford Iowa on April 11 Andrew Thomas who is described as very fat survived two suicide attempts by cutting his throat. The excess body fat prevented severing his jugular vein.
Deacon S F Pomeroy of Edgar erred in voting at Lincoln city election allowing saloon faction control. He is described as nearly crazed by the incident and its political consequences.
A four day clash between insurgents and Turkish forces occurred in Nelesh district Northern Macedonia. The village of Berovo was burned during the fighting.
President Roosevelt, with naturalist John Burroughs, enters Yellowstone for a sixteen day rest. He will avoid public duties and remain largely untouched, receiving only urgent communications via Secretary Loeb from Cinnabar. Guarded trails and multiple camps mark his quiet retreat at Maj. Pilcher’s park headquarters.
Admiral Schley receives a warm welcome in St Paul on April 10. He visits Hamline University for an address to students, attends a parade and a guard of honor, and meets the Minnesota legislature at the state capitol. The party then visits Former Gov Ramsey and the governor’s chambers.
In Madison on April 10 about 300 high school pupils, led by the superintendent’s son and local elites, walked out for single or half-day sessions. Police contained mob activity around the building as roughly two thirds of the 550 students were out. parents and some teachers reportedly support the action, forecasting friction in resolution.
Sioux Falls April 10 Henry A Stengeld the Illinois Central station agent at Benclair waived his preliminary examination after being held for trial for the February 27 killing of grain buyer Frank Howen He was remanded to jail in poor health and State's Attorney Scott plans to push for trial at the April term.
Albert Lea Minnesota April 10 Two young men Nelson and Botham were arrested after Thomas Donovan aged man was assaulted at his door Monday night. Botham confessed involvement claiming the assailants were intoxicated. No robbery occurred and both suspects are locked up for investigation.
Jewel cave located about sixteen miles west of Custer is described as one of the most wonderful and beautiful subterranean vaults explored. Reportedly the government plans to appropriate it as a national resort.
Slayton Minnesota April 10 material for sewer system is on the ground and work will begin immediately. The council granted a franchise to B J Weld to install a gas plant to provide public and private lighting.
Eau Claire Wisconsin April 10 H H Hayden's will admitted to probate by County Judge Blane. The contestant may appeal to the circuit court.
Butte Montana April 11 George Howard and George Cole robbed the Burlington express a month ago. Howard was found guilty yesterday and faces a sentence from ten years to life. The pair obtained $3 in the hold up.
Col. Mc Laughlin and Maj. Getchell return from Turtle Mountain region reporting Native people refuse relocation, stating they have never had a treaty and will not leave the area.
United States circuit court of appeals ruled the Northern Securities company violated the Sherman act by controlling stock in the Great Northern and Northern Pacific railroads. The court enjoined further stock acquisitions and voting rights, ordering the company to surrender its holdings. Judges Thayer Sanborn Caldwell and Van Deventer concurred in the unanimous decision.
Grand Rapids Wisconsin April 11 a sensational case as Walter Harrouns father swears out a warrant for his daughter in law Mrs Walter Harroun suspected of poisoning her husband who died March 25
A railroad sentinel fired on four workers who refused to leave the line after a warning. One man was killed in the incident reported from Rotterdam on April 11 as tensions between railway staff and security escalate. King Edward’s Lisbon visit dominates dispatches with cordial exchanges and mutual friendship remarks between Britain and Portugal.
A remembered anecdote from Dr. C. C. Abbott in Lippincott's describes Nathan as a boy who drifted into Sunday school and gave a blunt answer when asked about the chief end of man. When pressed on moral responsibility he remained silent, and finally stated his preferred activity as shirk work.
A transient guest objects to a bone collar button found in stew and is told extras are only for regular customers. The exchange, cited from the Philadelphia Press, highlights divergence over perceived service tone and dining etiquette.
In Velpen Indiana on April 6 W M O Sullivan a respected local farmer shares a personal experience to show genuine value remains amid frauds He says after suffering rheumatism kidney and heart trouble he tried many remedies before finding Dodd's Kidney Pills which he credits with curing him and restoring his health confirming they are a genuine remedy for rheumatism and kidney trouble
A terse dialogue features two speakers debating a recent act described as killing two birds with one stone and a pointed question about striking a dog. The line mix hints at humor or sarcasm amid a tense exchange.
Old patent medicine notice claims cure for constipation feverishness teething disorders and worm destruction used at the New York Children’s Home with 30000 testimonials sold by A. S. Olmsted Le Roy New York price 25 cents with free samples offered to druggists.
An advertisement features Reliable Rug Works at 840 W 11th Street Des Moines Iowa run by Mrs W E Ferrington. The item also includes fragmented personal remarks about a wife and a humorous exchange related to a life episode.
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