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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1907
Page
6
The Fairfield Tribune lists subscription terms for one year in advance and three months for a dollar or half a dollar, noting second class mail status and the paper motto A drop of ink makes millions think.
Northern Zephyrs have been wafting over Iowa lately outpacing Kansas Oklahoma and Texas winds. The report notes stronger gusts and broader reach reaching wider plains and midwestern regions.
The St Louis brewers have reached settlements with their workers removing the danger of a beer famine. Open shops are restored and employees have access to open faucets, ending trade disruptions evident in exchange language.
Henry Bureaker of Walnut Township witnessed a Chicago election fight last week. He says the clash pitted the Dutch against the Irish rather than Busse against Dunne, and the Dutch triumphed, taking Holland and Chicago in the process.
The article praises Billy Sunday for challenging false modesty and strict conventionality. It argues his meetings expand religious vision and leave attendees as better and clearer thinkers.
Harriman accuses President Roosevelt of knowing big corporations bought the 1904 election while Roosevelt denies the claim. Harriman vows to present proofs, despite the president's denial, in a vindictive twist on a long feud.
The article argues the U S government seeks to admit German champagnes sparkling wines and spirits under a low tariff to stabilize reciprocal relations The piece comments that once finalized Germany will be on the hog and America on a drunk reflecting a critical view of tariff policy.
Iowa house members denounce a flawed anti pass measure that would grant passes to railroad lawyers and doctors in every county. The editor questions why public funds should subsidize transportation for them while criticizing the law as inconsistent and likely to invite ridicule and political fallout.
The governor appoints a parole board led by Senator Berry and includes Hon. I A Smith editor of the Scranton Journal and Hon J M Emmert M D of Atlantic. The board handles pardon parole duties from the executive offices and will set the grade system at Anamosa reformatory under the indeterminate sentence law. It also oversees transfers between Fort Madison prison and Anamosa reformatory.
An abstract of A N Johnson's Pittsburg address shows the Illinois highway commission with a 25 000 annual appropriation achieving limited physical work. It recounts 1905 expenditures for 94141 miles of highways, $4.63 million total costs, $1.89 million for bridges, and a census of road traffic on 60 roads with monthly counts to study impact on usage.
A statewide bulletin notes 4000 road drags in use and outlines free crushed stone from three penitentiary crushers to aid rural roads. Low railroad freight rates and state cooperation enable experimental stone roads, better bridge designs, and cost savings without higher taxes, with farmers’ institutes seeking system talks.
Demolition of the Old Palace hotel in San Francisco proceeds with a new electrical arc method. Workers melt and cut massive steel girders in the court using 5000 degree heat from a dynamo, requiring about twenty minutes per foot of girder.
J Mayne Baltimore authored a piece in The Technical World Magazine for April. The fragment suggests technical discussion, likely on engineering methods or innovations, though details are incomplete.
A Northwestern Agriculturist column urges thorough pre spring cleanup around buildings and yards. It advises burning rubbish, carting off non burnables, mulching fruit trees, checking orchards for mice and girdling, removing dead timber, banking and mulching, making cuttings from willows and trees, grafting plums early, and ordering evergreens and fruiting stock for a prosperous, well kept farm ahead of seeding season. It emphasizes timely care, fuel preparation, tool maintenance, and balanced home produce.
Des Moines April 5 railroads will revise tariffs to apply the Iowa two cent rate to interstate traffic as the July 1 effective date nears. Local agents expect new passenger tariffs within six weeks and anticipate fewer local excursions. Special trains may run if crowds warrant. town fair pricing remains unsettled with options ranging from straight two cents per mile to fare and a half adjustments.
Mrs. Henry Rusterfer of Farmington Iowa was badly burned when she poured coal oil into a stove and lit a match. Gas flashed up burning much of her hair face and scalp but she saved her life by covering her head with her apron until help arrived.
A fire destroyed the Methodist parsonage in Bagley Iowa after a bonfire ignited near the house. A bucket brigade of local residents aided by wind saved the nearby church, preventing further spread toward Main Street and residences.
Cedar Rapids Iowa April 4 Too old to work and believing in the Osler theory that he had reached the span of his usefulness Wendl Becicka committed death by own action last night by hanging himself He had been an employee of the city for twenty five years in the street sweeping department and had become too feeble to do more manual labor Not caring to be a burden on his family he ended his life by his own hand The text ends with a reflective line about income and retirement.
The proverb compares water waste to overspending on beer, suggesting abundance devalues real estate and amenities. It warns that lavish use drains resources and reduces property appeal. The line links water usage to economic impact and lifestyle choices.
A sober women’s column urges readers to stop criticizing others at dances and in conversation. It argues unkind remarks harm the speaker as much as the subject, encourages focusing on the good in people, and invites a day without criticism to gain friends and improve social standing.
A call for families to honor and care for aging relatives with warmth and respect. Emphasizes attentive, patient treatment, avoiding neglect, and teaching children to serve elderly parents with courtesy and dignity. Warns that harsh treatment mirrors future aging for ourselves.
A tale remembers a man who refuses to reveal a business outcome to his wife who probes for the truth. She retorts that women do keep secrets, then cites a past engagement ring detail as proof the secret remains with her. The story mirrors timeless marriage trust and secrecy.
For varnished wicker remove varnish with boiling water and soda, rinse, dry, rub with turpentine, air dry, then sand. Wicker and cane take dye better than paint, with red a strong option. Wet surface with hot water before dyeing for even color, white enamel needs a clean dry base and two coats of white with smooth oil finish.
Sun faded spots on stained wood such as floors or window casings can be repaired by covering the area with a folded cloth dampened with benzine or turpentine for an hour, then rubbing with alcohol and washing with strong soda water to remove old varnish. Stain anew to match the old color, dry, revarnish and polish.
A column discusses economical black wear with two waists for multiple uses. It describes a blue silk forget me not pincushion made from heart shaped cardboard pieces sewn together and pinned around. Lingerie shifts to mull for sheer, ultra ethereal gowns and demands careful laundering.
A thoughtful woman argues women sometimes invite unkind conduct in crowds. A man rises to offer a seat but she refuses, while a smiling child in the same car draws kindness from strangers. The piece suggests future courtesy depends on character.
A compact pattern bag is described as a square yard of green denim with two rows of pockets large enough to hide patterns. Edges and pocket tops are bound in red tape and brass rings are stitched to the bag.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions items with red embroidered names on aprons underwear or shirt and placement near doors or walls. No clear subjects or events emerge, making precise reporting impossible from the readable lines.
A method for cleaning a silver teapot involves using hot soda water, soaking briefly, then rinsing with plenty of warm water. The process should be done twice weekly, including an internal rinse, to remove sediment and prevent corrosion.
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