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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1902
Page
2
Emmons Co records a quip filled banquet scene with jokes about Congress, Shaw, Beckham, Sullivan, Morgan, London, Mayor Low, Uncle Tom, and other public figures. The piece lampoons stock phrases and current events, blending humor with political and social allusions from Washington to Spokane.
The elderly organist who boxed aims for fame now, though critics think he should have waited until Prince Henry left town. The remark hints at a stirred public profile during a royal visit.
A mapmaker who once boxed J. Pierpont Morgan for misdeeds in a church gallery remains alive and hopes to win favor with the American public by presenting himself as gear to the people. The remark hints at a bold, era specific public figure appealing to national sentiment.
A Wisconsin man reportedly died of laughter after enjoying a humorous tale, prompting reflections on mortality and the comic moment. The anecdote highlights the sudden end many fear despite seeking relief in humor.
An editorial note compares future Siberian growth to western U S expansion over fifty years. It suggests people in eastern Siberia and the United States may sing together in harmony to a new tune as ties strengthen.
Great Britain invites bids for ten torpedo destroyers with the key contract condition that the ships must float for a reasonable period after leaving their docks.
The daughter of a Kentucky politician accompanies her father on his campaign for a congressional nomination and performs songs to sway voters, contrasting with the usual practice where money buys influence.
The piece notes that England has long praised Washington and cites Byron calling him a unique historical figure. It recalls Washington’s English lineage and his lasting impact, suggesting his actions in later life aided England’s freedom. The author also supports Mr. Bull’s Washington heritage with pride.
The notice notes the opening of the Baghdad railroad has been postponed until after the Baiamrin feast. A future extension by trolley to Jerusalem is planned.
After July 1 1902 the only pistol lawful to sell in South Carolina will be a formidable twenty two inches long and weigh not less than three pounds. The note warns that bootlegging in pistols will occur after that date despite the ban.
In nineteen Russian cities only, among 139 enumerated, the female population is slightly higher than the male population. In the remaining cities, males far outnumber females, with many cases where women total only about 70 percent of the population.
A Paris journalist ranks four eminent men, placing Marconi first and Carnegie fourth, claiming the list highlights science while noting monetary gain as a factor.
Chicago police report a dramatic case revolving around Joseph Hopkins shot by Daniel Ripley in Ripley’s Ludgate flat. The tale links Hopkins to a Dr Jekyll figure in church life and a Hyde persona as a safe blower, with ties to the Twenty-second Street area and Lillian Arlington alias Diamond Lill. Investigators searched Hopkins home at Palos Park but found only burglary tools, not proof of involvement in the $74,000 post office stamp robbery.
The Senate approved two key measures, repealing war revenue taxes and shielding the U.S. president. Delegates debated the presidential protection bill, Patterson of Colorado opposing and Fairbanks supporting. Amendments were rejected as the vote stood 62 to 15 in its favor. The House also passed the river and harbor bill totaling 60,688,267 dollars with only minor changes.
The merger broadens Northwest access to Asian markets, creating remarkable prospects for growth. Officials say the railway system will profit from expanded shipping routes and increased cargo capacity, linking regional industries to continental trade networks.
The New York Journal of Commerce reports J J Hill claims two giant Asiatic trade ships can beat foreign rivals despite higher American seaman wages if crews are better managed. The plan links Hill methods to a broader scheme with Great Northern Northern Pacific and Burlington railroads to channel transcontinental trade with Asia, reduce freight costs, and boost U S influence in Pacific markets through concentrated tonnage and a northern trade corridor.
Mrs. Susan B. Okle of Washington sues son John B. Okle, Lost Cabin sheep owner, for 100000 claiming her 1898 sale share in his sheep business. Judge Riner, federal court, ruled against her, denying the contract's set aside amid misrepresentation claims.
Robert M Morse and Harrison Dunham, serving Mrs Julia French's estate case, say she died intestate with a $100000 estate to be split between two sons. Dunham notes a dream of murder and questions the death as they cite a wrench on the floor as suspicious evidence.
Berlin reports show Emperor William studying why the United States leads in industry. Royal councillor L M Goldberger sent foreign office analyses to the emperor who awaits new findings and offers German condition inquiries. Goldberger’s papers are not available for disclosure yet.
Edinburg and Belfast tobacccon merchants meet to vote to sign Imperial Tobacco’s pact not to sell American goods for years. They condemn Imperial for trying to out-American the American, hiss the name, and consider fair pricing for British goods with or without bonus.
Paris March 22 The budget committee of the chamber of deputies adopted a credit of 60000 francs for France's participation in the St Louis exposition. The funds will fund the fine arts and state manufactures exhibit.
A Northern Pacific freight stalled at Voss Station north of Grafton N D during the March storm left three cars with horses to perish in the cold. Five cars carried the horses. two cars were sent back to Forest River after covering to save the animals. Seventy five horses died in the three unfrozen cars while two cars were saved.
Federal officers identify J. L. Edwards arrested in Reno on a fraud charge as an alleged Towa outlaw once shot in the back during a train hold up. Edwards allegedly collected $10,000 via forged relinquishments to homesteads in the new country. Iowa authorities have been informed.
In St. Petersburg on March 13 officials led by Generals Komoroff and Ignatieff formed an inter Slavonic committee with Bulgaria and other nationalities to unite local patriotic associations. Congresses will be held in Slavonic capitals to foster pan Slavic solidarity.
Charles Francis Adams of Boston endorses in a Tribune letter a constitutional amendment to use ex presidents as senators at large for life. The proposal would appoint former presidents to lifelong Senate seats, with John Bigelow cited as recipient of the letter in New York on March 23.
In Philadelphia at the Industrial Athletic club Gus Rahlin KO'd Peter Maher in the latter part of the second round. Rahlin led the action and pressed Maher to the ropes while taking control early.
Berlin reports Geraldine Farrar, the American prima donna, was presented by the Kaiser with a magnificent diamond brooch. The piece features a letter W set with diamonds, topped by a sapphire wreath and a crown of diamonds and rubies.
A massive blaze in Winnipeg destroys the large Canadian Pacific freight sheds in the east end. Originating in the offices, the fire threatens total destruction with immense losses of goods for western merchants and settlers.
In Rome on March 23 the theft of a large sum from the pope was tried. Francois Scotto received eight years in prison while Angelique Scotto, who received the money, got eighteen months. The remaining two defendants were acquitted.
In Louisville on March 23 indictments were returned in the circuit court against Jennie Ashcraft Annie Harris and Enoch Gore for the murder of Edward Lambert a former U S soldier who was robbed and killed in Ashcrafts house several weeks earlier.
In Cape Town on March 23 the weather was cooler and rainy. Cecil Rhodes showed slight improvement with better breathing and nourishment, but his heart remained weak and he grew progressively more restless by midnight.
Frank Erne won a clear six round decision over Gus Gardner of Philadelphia in Chicago last night. The champion controlled the bout from the start and the outcome was never in doubt.
Myrtle E Young has filed for divorce from Cheater Young in Escanaba Michigan on the grounds of lack of support. Both are underage with he aged eighteen and she sixteen. They wed just over a year ago.
Farmers and business men of this community met Saturday to organize a co operative grain company to operate in the village. The meeting aimed to unite farmers in a cooperative venture for grain handling and marketing.
Herbert Cook of New Buffalo is jailed on an attempted wreck charge and refuses food. He swallowed medicine believing it poison and later asked another inmate to cut his throat. Doctors fear mental breakdown or death from starvation before his trial next month.
In Chicago a pickpocket returns a purse lost by artist Mrs Beachy in the Auditorium district. She had $17 in cash and keys with professional cards. The purse comes back but money is sent by monthly installments of $1, with a promise to continue for thirteen more months.
A two hour fray at the Omaha medical and dental college pitted 300 students against each other. Freshmen sparked the riot with sticks and fists, injuring two students and disfiguring about a hundred tables desks and furniture. Faculty failed to stop the melee as several dentist students abandoned patients to join the fight.
In Albion Nebraska on March 22 Mrs Amelia Patterson and George Thompson a divorce and damage suit principals dueled in the street. Thompson fired five times wounding Patterson and fired twice more. bystander James Fury was shot in the leg. Thompson was wounded critically though not fatally. Fury’s injury is not serious.
Henry Wright, a Negro, was convicted on a guilty plea for attempted assault on a white girl in San Marcos. He received ninety nine years in the penitentiary after the crime and conviction occurred within seventy hours, and he escaped lynching only due to a promise of speedy trial by the district judge.
A well dressed man visited the American embassy in London on March 22 claiming to hold indisputable evidence that the British government planned the Maine explosion. He asked to see Ambassador Choate, left sealed papers, and then departed.
Washington March 22. The bills of the physicians who waited on McKinley have been made over by Mr Hanna to the chairman of the finance committee of the senate and the appropriation committee of the house. They approximate fifty thousand dollars.
Henry Collette, a Northern Pacific lineman from St. Paul, fell from a telegraph pole near Mapleton and died a few hours later after landing on his feet. The incident occurred March 23 in Fargo, North Dakota.
Pierre Missouri notes the river ice breaking up on March 22 with a four foot rise and a three foot drop following. The last of the ice is moving out quietly as waterways begin to return to normal.
Mrs Emma Fernald sues Paul Fernald once president of the American Carriage Top and Cushion company for divorce in Chicago. She identifies the co-respondent as Carrie Green a title used to hide identity. Fernald admitted unfaithfulness and the judge granted the divorce as no defense was filed. Mrs Fernald is connected to Chicago society through her sister Mrs Lynn widow of George M Pullman Jr.
Indianapolis march 23 a fast freight train missed clear signals and two trains were put on the same track after a dispatcher altered orders. A switch engine raced to catch No 50 and stopped it just as No 33 bore down, averting a likely fatal wreck.
Felipe Buencamino former Philippine government leader and civil servant writes to Secretary Root praising his policy toward the Philippines. He urges prompt shipment of Gov Taft and expresses strong goodwill from Filipinos toward the United States efforts for better government.
Mrs. James McAlister of Keysport Illinois launched a weekly saloon crusade in Carlyle plan to hold religious services in the village tavern. She preached a half hour sermon Thursday night at Guilford N Welch’s saloon, sang several songs and ended with a long prayer while attendees listened attentively.
Elders Iowa March 23 Andrew Carnegie offers Hamp ton Iowa ten thousand dollars for a free public library building if the city provides a suitable site and maintains the library at not less than one thousand dollars annually. The offer will be accepted by the board of library trustees.
London editors invite colonial and American journalists to a coronation banquet. Ambassador Choate has been asked to set the date and suggests April 26 as the most suitable day.
Wilder College student Halversen aged eighteen shot himself in the stomach Sunday night about 9. He died Monday morning. His home was in Lamberton.
A two year old child of Mr and Mrs H Schulte south of Waubay accidentally drank two bottles of carbolic acid. The incident occurred on March 21 and the child died shortly afterward.
A promoter and business man discuss a bold oil prospectus and a British shift from swords to rifles. The piece notes changing warfare and domestic health trends, promoting Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a trusted remedy for headaches nerves insomnia indigestion.
Lew Dockstader relates a tale from the New York Times about a middle aged man who paid a dollar to the ticket chopper, dropped 95 cents in the box, sprinted toward a departing train, and was knocked back as the car doors closed, declaring he still wanted to go uptown.
La Farge Wisconsin resident Wm T Payne writes that four weeks of severe back pain resisted medical treatment. After four boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills he reports complete relief and credits the remedy with greater benefit than five dollars’ worth of doctors’ medicine.
Actor Kyrle Bellew paid 1500 dollars to W M Earle for Messenger Girl who won second prize at the Madison Square Garden show. He plans to take the dog to England in late spring for breeding at his Islington kennels, praising her as the purest strongest specimen in Earle's herd of nearly 100 bulldogs.
Frank J. Cheney sworn to pay one hundred dollars for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The firm J. Cheney & Co of Toledo declares internal system action, promising testimonials if requested. Sold by druggists with Hall's Family Pills touted as best.
Sporting editor and champion sculler trade quips about a race note, the contestant claiming the notice exaggerates his ears as nine feet long and of polished willow in the Philadelphia Press.
A brief note from Town Topics highlights Chatterly as the proud woman with a haughty bearing and calls her a champion ping-pong player.
The piece notes how eighty million Americans create demand for a million dollars in capital to run package dye operations. It highlights Putnam Fadeless Dye Co in Unionville Missouri as a major plant turning out over three million dollars of goods yearly, dyeing 9 to 18 million pounds and requiring 800 rail cars to transport the output.
Protest echoes in Brooklyn as Mrs Youngthing recalls a promise to Bridget to cook for the family. Mr Youngthing counters that Bridget seeks more than mere inclusion and aims to be the whole thing.
A brief fragment shows Reginald and Chica contemplating marriage. She fears weariness after wedlock while he replies they must marry to know. The exchange reflects cautious romantic doubt in the Record-Herald’s voice.
A fragment discusses the harvest mouse as the smallest British animal with a globular nest in wheat fields and a full grown specimen weighing about half an ounce. It also remarks on hospital treatment advantages and quotes Margaret E. Sangster praising hospitals over homes for surgical needs.
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