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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1902
Page
2
Strange and humorous items from Nicaragua to New York touch on rain in Dawson fame of hats and derbies and a 104 year old groom. Notable quips on suffrage, wealth, voyages, and Pierpont Morgan with a $45 Bible wrap this fragmented roundup of curiosities.
The text notes King Leopold of Belgium emerging to survey a changed world after his absence. It then recalls a naval event where seven of eleven shots fired by the Kearsarge’s gunners struck the sea target, claiming this as the navy’s strength and praising seamen’s shooting skill.
The mayor confesses paying a fine for unknowingly violating a provision of the water ordinance. The report does not clarify whether the violation involved mixing the substance or using it as a chaser.
The passage contrasts stage Irish and stage Yankee caricatures, noting the Irishman with the crookened speech and the Yankee who blurts b-gosh, both deemed unnecessary for the scene and unfamiliar to New England audiences.
A volcano is described as erupting near the Danish West Indies. The text notes American settlement at St Thomas and imagines harnessing eruptive power to plow fields, reflecting a speculative colonial-era vision.
A historical note claims Hetty Green carries a revolver as a precaution but suggests a placard with her name would suffice to deter any potential attack from men. The remark reflects period attitudes toward personal security and gendered threats.
Senator Platt of New York says his bid for reelection hinges on health, with a later note stating his condition is steadily improving. Dr Nyrop, author of The Kiss and Its History, teaches Romance Philology at the University of Copenhagen. This underscores Copenhagen's link to kissing in prior evidence.
Dr Edward Everett Hale contributed a condensed sermon to the first issue of a western college paper urging readers to keep the ten commandments and to speak only if they have something to say. The remark reflects a cautious, thoughtful stance on communication.
A dated remark asserts that Wu dismisses American games though allegations arise from a countryman Ah Sin. The text alludes to the Heathen Chinee hiding cards and references an Archduchess, Jove, Salm Salm, and a nickname quest, framed in wry period tone.
A Pretoria dispatch reports Boer leaders have accepted British terms and gained minor concessions. Boers may retain arms on outlying farms. Milner and Kitchener conference signals near end. Lord Milner left Pretoria, Balfour expects to announce peace results Monday, though cautious about budget.
May 31 Fort-de-France Martinique reports newspaper man George J. Kavanagh and geologist Prof. Robert T. Hill approached Mont Pelee crater within one mile. Guided by an elder woman, they found an iron cross buried in ashes and observed ash filled valleys and two great rifts before turning back at Morne Rouge as a major eruption followed.
In Mindanao Lake Lane district Col Frank D Bald win warns Brig Gen Geo W Davis that lasting peace requires wiping out the defiant element. The natives urge action, fearing for their lives, while Davis notes capturing every fort as friends is not allowed under orders.
German ambassador Von Holle ben informed Secretary Hay at the state department that Emperor William expects Generals Corbin Young and Wood to visit Germany next fall to witness army maneuvers. He said Germany would extend a cordial welcome to them as guests. This follows a prior cable notice from Ambassador White.
A cyclone swept the stockmen country seventy five miles south of Dickinson on May 31 demolishing several ranches. One ranch lost 100 sheep and 100 tons of hay were blown away. It marks the first recorded cyclone in Western North Dakota.
In Nashville on May 31 the Tennessee Democratic state convention nominated James B. Frazer of Chattanooga for governor and J. Neil McKnight for railroad commissioner amid strong enthusiasm.
Promotion notes that on May 31 the senate committee on military affairs authorized a favorable report on the bill to retire Gen Brooke with the rank of lieutenant general. The action signals approval for his retirement and accompanying rank elevation.
New York May 29 Alonzo J Whiteman former Minnesota legislator was discharged from jail by Judge Foster Whiteman had faced multiple criminal actions including a March 1901 arrest for a $100 bad check He was sentenced to two years six months but the sentence was appealed and a higher court ruled the evidence insufficient The district attorney could not find new evidence and the state moved for his release.
Emperor William tests an alcohol motor plow at Kadinen. Stamp total for the current fiscal year reaches 4 028 514 645, up from 3 174 748 830 last year. A life sized bust of McKinley, gifted by Italian residents, unveiled in Schenectady New York with G P Bacelli delivering remarks. Veterinarians at West Point posts gain salute rights from enlisted men per War Department ruling. Commissioner Evans retirement prompts wave of rejected applications seen as call for justice. Michael H King contractor and politician dies suddenly in Des Moines Iowa from apoplexy. Lyman D James brother in law of Marshall Field dies suddenly in Williamsburg Massachusetts at 66. former state insane hospital trustee and legislator. Representative Babcock’s chin whiskers cut for first time in 15 years. a bodyguard at the door required for admission.
Yaqui Indians on the warpath according to El Correo de Sonora report. Bands attacked La carmen hacienda near Hermosillo, killed the ranch governor and a servant, and seized provisions and stock. Another raid targeted Don Juan Maytorena's ranch near Guaymas. occupants fled. Other haciendas were robbed.
Madrid dispatch says Senor Sabanio, Biscayan national party leader, sent a cable to President Roosevelt congratulating him on Cuba’s republican government. The Spanish censor reportedly suppressed the message and ordered prosecution of Senor Arana. Roosevelt reportedly instructed the U.S. legation in Madrid to seek explanations.
Chicago June 1 Dr E Wesly Johnson head physician for Miss Mae Thompson who died Thursday was arrested and held for investigation. Police contend he practiced medicine without a license and used a facial close mask in treatment that may have contributed to her death.
Washington June 1 Surgeon General Rixey of the navy says Attorney General Knox was dangerously ill Wednesday with threatened pneumonia and acute Bright's disease. Radical remedies checked a collapse, but he must stay in bed for several days after contracting the illness Tuesday during a storm while in night clothing.
Rome reports the Taft mission is likely to succeed. The Vatican will place Philippine monasteries under civil law and allow expropriation of their property. The American government may authorize new dioceses in the Philippines under American bishops.
London June 1 The Hon Michael Henry Herbert secretary to the British embassy in Paris will probably be the next British ambassador to the United States in succession to the late Lord Pauncefote. Announcement awaits Lord Pauncefote’s remains arriving in England and the King’s approval.
In Wichita Kansas on Decoration Day a weapon from Battery A Kansas State Artillery exploded during preparations to fire a salute. Three crewmen were wounded, one fatally, in the accidental blast.
The annual Berlin garrison parade at Tempelhof Field featured superb weather and the shah of Persia riding in an open carriage drawn by four horses. The event was viewed by the Shah.
Lincoln Neb June 1 In a signed statement Chancellor B Benjamin Andrews says he intends to remain with Nebraska university several years unless the regents decide otherwise or his health fails.
Tama May 2 a young county farmer arrived home without his wife after a town trip. He telephoned her and she told him to sober up and return the next day, marking what locals call one of the worst cases of forgetfulness in memory.
Wenatchie Washington May 99 The steamer Camana carrying wheat was sunk in the Columbia River yesterday. Officer L B Doval drowned and a number of persons were reported injured.
Western Oklahoma and northern Indian Territory flood fronts persist as North Canadian and Washita rivers rise. In Winita Ind Terr half the town submerged four to five feet, main street two feet deep. Lawton towns see four feet water, Wallers site stalled trade and Cache Creek floods carve a 200 foot wide current with debris and cattle losses. An unknown traveler reportedly drowned in Cache Creek.
A strong detachment of American photographers has arrived in London for coronation coverage. The American embassy is besieged by applicants seeking special privileges beyond police passes and press-boat tickets. Only a limited number of Westminster Abbey seats for foreign correspondents are promised, but not yet issued.
Chicago June 1 Every packing house in the West linked to the Big Six is to be attacked by the Teamsters if local companies refuse to recede and sign the agreement. The Chicago tie up is declared complete and will spread to Omaha Kansas City St Joseph and St Louis with assurances from city locals that the order will be obeyed and the movement go national.
Cornell, Ithaca, N. Y. dominated the triangular eight oared race on Lake Cayuga yesterday finishing two miles in 10 48. Burn was second over three lengths back and Harvard's Newell club eight trailed by more than four boat lengths.
Washington June 1 Mina Alice Hay daughter of Secretary Hay was thrown from her carriage when frightened by a passing car and sustained painful though not serious injuries from the incident.
A fire destroyed the grand stand at Hawthorne Face track yesterday evening about half an hour after the final race. The loss was estimated around 75000 dollars, with no injuries reported.
On May 29 United States Commissioner Heacock ordered war rants for Capt. K. F. Martins and First Officer W. G. Hars tedt of the army transport Buford. Third cook B Beckhoefer alleges they punished a sailor by tying him up for an hour and a half, while Martins says the punishment lasted fifteen minutes. Additional charges claim the brig was overcrowded and unsanitary.
The Fargo experiment station reports eight years of frost data using 26F as killing frost. It shows earliest frost Sept 9 in 1898 and late frosts as late as Oct 12 in 1897. Percent risk by frost dates informs wheat planting by maturity timelines and notes growth-stage effects on frost tolerance.
The bulletin explains maturity implications for millet, corn, and small grains, noting millet hay use and corn’s post frost ripening. It cautions that eight to nine year figures are not final and provides first fall frost dates over eight years. Mailing delays may occur. subscribers on the mailing list will receive the bulletin when available.
The Fargo Far go college commencement exercises are set for Wednesday morning June 18 with Rev W A Bartlett of Chicago delivering the address. A commencement concert directed by Prof Ira B Penniman will follow in the evening. Morley will deliver the baccalaureate sermon Sunday morning June 15. Rev T M Edmands of Wahpeton will speak at the religious societies in the evening. Four students graduate from the college and nine from the preparatory department.
Fargo May 30 Local officials prepare papers to extradite Forrer Saunders a convicted forger who escaped jail the night before a five year term was to begin in Bismarck. Canadian authorities deem the case extraditable and the papers will go from Governor White to Washington Ottawa and Ottawa to Ottawa.
Lissie Scroggins, 19, arrested at Waterloo on charges of attempted murder by poisoning her husband, 65. The couple married four weeks ago and she allegedly laced his tea with strychnine, authorities report.
Wattribe Presbytery in session at Ackley with Rev Hugh McAnich of Ackley presiding. Assembly will conduct important business and grant opportunities for young men entering the ministry. First sermon to be ordained amid notable proceedings.
The third annual Woodmen picnic in Wis is planned for June 19 at Balsam Lake. About 300 county Woodmen are expected to attend.
A wide array of North Dakota items from Grandin to Devils Lake shows growth and development. Banks in Minot report deposits of 273000 dollars, new creameries operate in Sykeston and Wishek, a lead mine is found near Minot, and towns plan buildings from a temple to a flour mill while shortages in housing appear in Coopertown and Crary. Crime reports include a purse theft at Donnybrook, fake cream separators in Devils Lake, and a Wild wolf tally by Dan Wright near Stutsman. County politics flare in Richland and Langdon, and infrastructure expands with new apartments, repairs, and street improvements in Jamestown and Casselton.
Dr Robert F Weir of the College of Physicians and Surgeons performed a nasal reconstruction using a duck’s breastbone to replace a lost nose bone. The patient was pleased with the result, but the doctor joked he would not repeat the procedure, fearing the patient would call him a quack.
Marie Corelli criticizes Glasgow's plan to add half a million pounds to borrowings to fund a 10 million gallon daily water draw from Loch Katrine and Loch Arklet. The move aims to raise water levels for city needs, despite concerns that it erodes the Lady of the Lake’s historic presence.
Ashley North Dakota June 2d J H Hanson reports relief from dropsy and rheumatism of the heart after using seven boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. He says swelling diminished and heart trouble eased, enabling him to work again and promising continued use if symptoms return.
Bread recipe details steps from milk to baking with yeast and egg wash. The text then shifts to reports on the National Educational Association convention in Minneapolis 1902, noting sessions, departments, attendance estimates, and travel rates. Minor humorous vignettes follow from the era.
The fragment discusses new captains of industry and the term robber baron, referencing Washington Star style and a domestic preoccupation with attire and marriage. It hints at public perception of monopoly figures at banquets and political influence without clear facts or events.
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