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Newspaper
Galena Tribune
Location
Galena, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1905
Page
2
The Galena post office notes mail issues and reports M E Daniels resigns from Tribune Publishing Company board. A meeting accepted his resignation December 15 1905. The town eagerly awaits a new town clock and relief from disturbances, signaling focus on local improvements.
Henry Baur a 60 year old Pittsburg retiree was bitten on the left hand by a copperhead while staying near Connellsville. He treated with whisky, fell into a coma, and nearly died after companions misread his condition. A physician later treated him and he regained consciousness.
An automatic fire alarm patented in England sounds an alarm twelve seconds after fire starts in any hotel room. The device uses heat induced expansion to complete an electric circuit, triggering the alarm.
The Dubuque high school confronted its first color issue when a Texas newcomer complained about a Black freshman. Authorities removed the Texas girl after protest from her parents, while one Black student remained enrolled and performing well.
The annual election of officers for Black Hawk eyrie 952 Fraternal Order of Eagles was held at the lodge hall on Wednesday evening. Officers elected include PAW Peto ah W. F. Lobeck W. J. J. Eulberg W. Jos Pilfner W. Fuchs Ww. W. C. W. LG Andrew Ivory Bert Favor W. HL. Hurst Geo. Hats W. C. Cae Use Menegnin Trustees John Weber IF J Burrithter Philip Friesnecker.
Rumor says Dr. Johnson of Pittsburg has purchased mining leases on 90 acres of the Reed farm and 61 acres of the Marsden farm in Rawlins County. The property sits adjacent to Buck Hill range, a longtime Galena district landmark.
A Bristol tale recalls a lean stranger who frequented the Bush Inn at noon every day to read the London paper. He paid sixpence, never dined, yet the generous landlord John Weeks offers a Christmas feast and a guinea gift. The stranger vanishes after the act and Weeks later learns the man was the secret beneficiary behind a bank offer. The story ends with Weeks facing loss, then a twist as the stranger reappears as the bank messenger. A moral on charity and its costs.
Josepha Schnerre administratrix files a petition in Jo Daviess County Court at Galena for an order to sell estate realty to pay debts. Target properties include multiple lots in Campbell's subdivision Bridgeport addition and parts of lot four in Block fourteen, Galena. Summons issued returnable January term 1906. defendants urged to appear or risk decree. Clerk J C Williams, solicitor Josery M. Nack.
Peter Casserly Administrator announces proceedings in Jo Daviess County Illinois estate matter. He will appear at the County Court at the February Term on the first Monday in February to adjust claims and require all debts be paid.
A conservator of Catherine Dormer insane petitions and a December 1905 sale at Galena courthouse. The real estate lies between Franklin Elk and West streets, with Lot 68 and portions of 67 66 described for cash sale at 10 o'clock. Attorneys Honson and Campbell represent the conservator.
The undersigned appointed Administrator of the estate of Louisa Wolenetz late of Jo Daviess County Illinois deceased. At Galena Court House February term on the first Monday in February next all persons with claims against the estate are to attend for adjustment. Those indebted must pay promptly. Dated December 2.стройства
Barry Bros promotes home goods and decor with lace curtains blankets rugs and towels. A free Jersey Lily Mour barrel is offered to one of 100 buyers of a 100 pound Jersey Lily Flour sack with a coupon for a barrel chance. The piece notes dwindling river mills and looming decline of steamboat rafting as northern Mississippi mills fade.
Court advertises public sale of minor Grant Nierling's interest in Lot 14 on Broadway Galena River side by J J Nierling guardian. Sale set January 14 1906 at 10 am at the courthouse front door in Galena Davis County Illinois. Terms cash Hodson Campbell attorneys. Also features a short humorous column about a 6 year old prayer routine and a minister hiding to avoid disruption.
Alice P. Timmermans administrator announces before Jo Daviess County Court in Galena at the February Term the first Monday in February for all creditors to present claims and for debtors to pay promptly. Dated December 15, 1905.
An inscription on Susannah Farford who died in 1652 notes life as a short tragedy and heaven gained. In Lee County Illinois the Chicago and Northwestern railroad contributes 1600 dollars to help farmers build a public turnpike, aiding grain shipments.
The Washington Star argues against overreliance on elevators and streetcars, praising walking for recreation and health. It notes risks to the body from auto and elevator use, urges more outdoor exploration, and lauds walking as exercise for both body and mind.
Herbert Russell recalls his father W Clark Russell finishing the plot of The Death Ship, a Vanderdecken tale. He served as amanuensis and notes his father planned to begin the story next day after receiving a letter from W S Gilbert urging a Flying Dutchman novel.
Sage 2 Billville philosopher quips that cars inflate pride and that true ascent requires humility and patience like an ox cart, urging slow progress rather than reckless speed. The Atlanta Constitution attributes the remark to a local thinker.
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