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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1901
Page
3
Expect a shower around 5 PM each afternoon during the rainy season at Panama. The document notes that no military parade or drill is lawful on election day in New York except in cases of war riot invasion or insurrection.
A family prompt to choose a dessert featuring Jell O. Quick two minute preparation with hot water and cooling. Flavors include Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry available at grocers Mets.
Advertisement notes a money back guarantee if the medicine fails to cure. It states W Grove’s signature appears on each box and the price is 25e. The ad urges purchase from all druggists and mentions EB.
The Tribune invites correspondents from all townships of the county to contact the office or address the editor for terms and particulars.
The notice promotes No-To tobacco cure as a quick way to quit with guaranteed results. It urges men to take the remedy to gain vigor and stamina and offers a free booklet and sample. Sterling Remedy Co. markets it from Chicago or New York.
A digest of recent events covers Congress actions including the army bill and ship subsidies, Alaska and Philippines developments, China alarms, and domestic incidents. Notable mentions include pensions for veterans, tax changes on vessel property, and notable deaths.
Report notes say Salisbury may not resign and King Edward VII remains cordial. Tolstoi and Kruger health claims arise as De Wet and Boers move in Cape Colony. Abys sinia fighting with thousands dead, Cape Town martial law looming. Queen Victoria remains moved to Frogmore and funeral crowds cause damage. Kitchener launches offensive in the Transvaal. International trade tensions rise over US imports.
McAlister Campbell and Death received thirty years and Kerr fifteen years for the Jennie Bogs murder. Robert S Fossburg Jr is freed on ten thousand dollar bail in the alleged murder of his sister May Fossburg at Pittsfield Mississippi. Joseph Wilhoff, a blind pig detective, was knocked down and the report ends there.
Chicago, February, the first in a series of mid winter harness horse sales opened yesterday in the Dexter Park pavilion under the Chicago Horse Sale Company. Eighty head of forty nine horses catalogued were sold, bringing prices from 150 to 1500 dollars.
Fred Repp lies badly wounded at the Wheeler house after a family row with farm owner Jack Shea. Shea’s wife faces adultery charges with Repp. Saturday night Shea with two daughters tried to enter the house. Repp fired, bullets missing Shea but striking Repp near the heart. Mrs. Shea shot in the hand. Shen is in custody.
The Supreme Court in Des Moines nullifies the Titus amendment to the towns constitution, voiding the 1900 ballot result and forcing a statewide election this fall. Senator George M. Titus remarks he favored fewer campaigns and accepts the court’s ruling after a failure to copy the amendment at length in the house journal.
Ottumwa Iowa February 5 After living as husband and wife for thirteen years without a word between them Mr and Mrs Sim Bell of Mount Zion near Keota finally spoke again during a Mount Zion church revival The couple aged about fifty had argued over naming their youngest child in 1887 and vowed not to speak to each other. the revival reportedly prompted a thaw in their long silence. Joe A Anderson conductor and a new crew reportedly failed to switch a track on a Ames bound train causing a delay of an hour after leaving Ames Des Moines February 5 Republicans consider a joint conference to urge Minister Conger in Peking to accept the governor nomination following Titus amendment setback
Robert H. McBride once famed as a war correspondent and newspaperman died suddenly in Mitchell, South Dakota. He had married a wealthy widow, critiqued banker John P. Lawler, and used The Mail to attack him, triggering a mob attack on the office and a $800 verdict in a $25,000 suit. McBride died impoverished and alone.
A westbound Chicago and Northwestern passenger train went off course on the main line near Sioux City Iowa causing a two hour delay after failing to connect with the Union Pacific at Omaha. In charge of the train remains unclear.
A Victorian style advertisement extols Benson's Porous Plaster as superior for coughs colds chest diseases rheumatism grip neuralgia kidney trouble and back pain. It warns against inferior plasters and claims wide recognition with many awards and endorsements from physicians druggists and buyers. Seabury Johnson Mfg Chemists New York supplied.
A Michigan woman reports complete relief from long standing catarrh after Peruna treatment and praises the medicine. Congressman J H Bankhead of Alabama writes from Washington endorsing Peruna as a top tonic and catarrh cure. The piece touts Peruna as reaching mucous membranes and curing catarrh, inviting readers to request a free book from The Peruna Medicine Company in Columbus Ohio.
Des Moines Iowa February 5 Governor Shaw issued a statement declining to seek a third term. He says friends urged him to run but he could not speak while the biennial amendment extending his term by one year awaited action before the supreme court.
Rioux City Iowa February 4 The coroner s jury returns a murder verdict against Frank Dennie in the John Worrell case and Dennie has been arrested.
The article traces the saying as mad as a hatter to hat making when hats were handmade. Hatter beat wool and hair in hot water with sticks, driving the felting process. The vigorous beating looked like anger, giving rise to the expression.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer item recalls a lively scene at Splinter's home where a late walk led to a comic clash as Splinter swung at his wife's raised palms thinking fingers. The odd confrontation is labeled a boxing match due to the knuckles versus palms moment.
Quote about a man who laments his life spent chasing money to buy basic needs, only to face food that disagrees and ill fitting clothes. The exchange reveals a bleak assessment of personal success and fulfillment.
A playful exchange prompts a wish that an alarm clock will not return, reflecting lighthearted domestic humor in the Ohio State Journal. Mrs Sleepyize Henry greets the morning as Mr Sleepyize expresses relief at the momentary peace after the alarm.
A distracted passerby on West Third Street receives 25 cents from a woman who urges him not to spend it on liquor. The man plans to use the money for drink, while another beggar, overhearing the scene, is warned that the gift is not for him. The episode ends with the woman’s quick departure as the beggar eyes a nearby saloon.
A Washington Star poem-like vignette portrays a boastful uncle in Oggy Bottom, proud of a dollar and a half, watching youths race as he muses on wealth and social contrast. The narrator hints at ready money, high times, and the track’s pace set by the elder man.
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