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Newspaper
Galena Tribune
Location
Galena, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1905
Page
2
William W. Krape declares his candidacy for member of the Illinois General Assembly in the 12th Senatorial District subject to Republican primary voters decision. He seeks party support at the upcoming primaries.
The Galena Tripune looks back on 1905 and forward to 1906 with optimism, praising street improvements and civic effort while urging residents to drop petty resentments. It predicts 1906 could be Galena’s greatest year with a boom on the horizon and calls for united action to boost the community’s prosperity.
The Boston Gazette prints an ad praising Paul Revere as a goldsmith offering artificial teeth fixes. It claims he learned the method from John Baker, Surgeon Dentist, and promises to replace loose false teeth with secure fittings near Dr. Clarke's Wharf in Boston.
Advice urges business people to speak sparingly about plans with only genuinely interested parties. Talking too freely risks exposing ideas and diluting effort. Maintain a firm life purpose and beware of casual acquaintances who gossip about ambitions.
The diamond challenge sculls of the Henley royal regatta are crossed silver sculls with a laurel wreath, a diamonds pendant, and velvet lined case and a list of winners. The prize is contested annually, with the winning boat earning a silver cup in addition to the sculls from 1844 by the Royal regatta committee.
The Elgin Courier reports the slain prospector Lu ther Jewell's body was found in an abandoned mine shaft after a Mexico departure and murder. A skull-crushed victim later identified as Jewell was located, with his mother and Col. Jewell in San Diego confirming related items. The report notes a Mexican desperado disappeared the same day, Jewell carried about $2,000, and local figures Geo Mort and others connected to town events.
Gov Roble’s administration faced a Passamaquoddy incident where a chief sachem, mockingly dubbed Lying Joe, offered a blunt reply to a trust request. He warned the governor that no other Indian should be trusted but himself, revealing tension in tribal relations during a ceremonial visit.
The Pilgrim notes strong bonds between writers and their sisters. Goethe and Cornelia shared intellectual gifts and affection. Byron cherished his sister Mrs Leigh, remained loyal amid his unpopularity, and wrote four poems for her. His last words referenced his sister and daughter.
Guests at dinners hosted by English clergyman and geologist Dean Buckland tasted bizarre dishes. Menus featured pickled horse tongue alligator meat and other odd delicacies like tortoise, ostrich, rats, frogs, and snails. Henry Labouchere recalled the dean swallowing the heart of Louis XIV.
Gracious hearts reflect most upon themselves and seek self amendment rather than reproach others. They look inward, aware of their own feelings, and are tender when reflecting on others weaknesses. Those most inquisitive into others eves are usually least reforming their own.
The Western Association of Shoe Wholesalers met in Chicago and agreed to maintain the United States Rubber company announced price schedule to take effect January 2 advancing prices on shoes and hundreds of rubber made goods. Officers elected include J. Sawyer of St. Louis as president and Samuel Campbell of Chicago as secretary treasurer.
The Youth's Companion notes minute level city activity. Two hundred twelve letters are written each minute. A fire starts every forty eight minutes with $25 lost per minute. Police arrest for drunkenness every ten minutes. A pauper buried every two hours. A new lawsuit begun every ten minutes. An alien immigrant arrives every forty seconds. A baby is born every six minutes. A death occurs every seven minutes. A railroad train arrives every fifty five seconds. A ship sails away every forty eight minutes.
Patti recalls her proudest moment during a dinner at Alfred Rothschild's house honoring the upcoming marriage of the Prince and Princess of Wales. King Edward, Queen Alexandra, and Madame Patti are described, with the Queen lifting Prince George to pose for a kiss that would be remembered as Patti's happiest moment.
A boy arrives at school with dirty hands and tells the teacher he would remain silent if the teacher came to school with dirty hands because he would be too polite. The exchange ends with the humorous line about politeness preventing response.
A motor car speeding through Constance was overturned after a hen was struck and caught in the machinery. One occupant died instantly and three others sustained serious injuries, according to a Geneva correspondent.
A French woman wrongly imprisoned for a husband and brother's death lived with others in Malaunay near Rouen in a cottage that shared a wineshop. Fainting and nausea deaths in tenants led to scientific checks uncovering a hidden kiln venting carbon monoxide through cracks, misattributed to the woman. She was released after six years.
A normally calm traveler returns from three months in France and vents fury at porters and servants. He explains his swearing stemmed from bottled wrath. no one there understood his words, leaving him frustrated and amused.
In 1790 Count Rumford used Cromwellian methods to purge Bavaria of tramps beggars thieves and undesirables. On New Year’s day four cavalry regiments patrolled the state and arrested over 10 000 people including 2600 in Munich.
The Ponston Post quotes locals debating Lucky Jim Beerby and his luck, contrasting fortune with achievements. The chatter frames Beerby as unusually fortunate, with neighbors questioning his real accomplishments amid lighthearted brag.
Publication notice from Jo Daviess County Illinois to the January term 1906 shows Josepha Schrerre administratrix petitioning to sell estate realty to pay debts. Names numerous defendants and properties in Galena Bridgeport addition. Summons issued for January term at Galena Court House, unless defendants appear and plead the petition will be confessed and decree entered.
In the Circuit Court an order authorized J J King guardian of Grant C Nierling to sell Lot 14 fronting 50 feet on Broadway Galena River side Ishah January 24 1906 at the court house Daviess county Illinois at ten in the forenoon public vendue cash terms. Hodson and Campbell attorneys for guardian.
D B Blewerr administrator of Louisa Wolenetz estate in Jo Daviess County Illinois gives notice to creditors to appear at the February term in Galena Court House for claims adjustment and to settle debts. Dated December 2 1905.
Administrator appointed for the estate of Frank Casserly deceased in Jo Daviess County Illinois. Court at Galena meets February first Monday to adjust claims. Creditors must present claims. debtors to pay promptly. Dated November 29 1905 by Peter Cagsseriy.
By order of Jo Daviess County Court a conservator sells Catherine Dormer estate at public auction December 30. The property lies between Franklin and Elk streets in Galena near the Galena River, includes lots 68 and 67 with 40 feet off 67 and part of 66, all to be sold for cash at ten o clock. Masby Marion, conservator, with Hopson & Camren, Attorneys.
Latest Style Best Quality, low est prices are the leading features of the fall and winter line of shoes just received at Strohmeyers Shoe Store tf.
Mary Wachter executrix announces before Jo Daviess County Court in Galena during the March term that all claims against Heinrich Wachter deceased must be presented. Creditors should attend for adjustment and debtors must pay promptly. Dated December 21, 1905.
Alice P. Timmermans Administratrix announces in Jo Daviess County Illinois that she will appear before the County Court in Galena on the February term to adjust claims against the estate. All debts should be paid promptly. Dated December 15, 1905.
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