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Newspaper
Galena Tribune
Location
Galena, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1906
Page
1
A train on the southwestern ran into a flock of sheep near Madison Wisconsin yesterday. Several animals were killed outright and others injured, some tossed onto the depot platform. The sheep belonged to a nearby farmer.
Company M plans a new Springfield armory to cost 10000 to 12000 dollars. Architects draft plans. Camp Lincoln arrangements in progress with Captain Geiger A L Caulkins and Lt Melville. Local bidders hoped. work to start after a contract and be under roof by late November on upper Main Street lot.
Bell Bros reports more than a dozen young women employed across the overall factory with plans to increase the workforce soon. A delay in material arrival occurred but a sufficient supply remains to last several days, and by late next week the number of workers is expected to more than double the current total.
Peter Kelly of a Webster City shoe firm arrived home after a Northwest trip. He reports crop prospects in Dakota will be heavy this year with abundant rainfall and warm, favorable weather for farming. He spent a few days with his family upon return.
City sidewalk inspector Mr Grace finished a survey finding many walks in poor condition. Property owners were ordered to repair as cement walks are cheaper and rapidly replacing wooden planks. Youths and stray cattle contribute to damage, while a carpenter shortage slows fixes, though progress is seen citywide.
A meeting of the Republicans of West Galena will be held at the Galena court house on Monday evening July 16 at 8 o clock to nominate delegates for the county convention to be voted on at the August 4 primaries. By order of Committee. Jelly glasses with tin tops, 10 cents each at Coatsworths.
The Galena Daily Tribune announces a $300 Cable-Nelson piano for the female employee in Galena who garners the most votes in a subscription contest. The plan rewards paid subscriptions with voting rights, certificates, and ballots published in each issue from July 16 to September 15, with a 6 PM September 8 deadline for votes.
A Galena resident reports heavy camping along the Mississippi near Camp 19 with tents and cabins. Visitors from Galena and Dubuque arrive by launch or boat for day trips, while Dr. Phil Kittoe plans to develop Kelly's Island into a river park with new cottages, a bowling alley, and a dance platform. Bass and sunfish are plentiful due to high winter waters and state stock transfers boosting numbers this spring.
Miner B C Dinsdale drilling on the Michael Ehrler farm near this city faced a setback when the drill bit became stuck and was lost. He secured a new bit and continued work. Developments show progress with ore found and good prospects for a mineral discovery.
A brick-car from Galesburg was lost near Savanna delaying the Lower Main Street paving. The shipment is expected by Monday morning and the work should finish soon. Schnell will complete Diagonal Street and the Upper Main crossing, with Franklin Street paving starting likely the first of August.
The funeral for the late Mrs. Philip Koehler was held at 2 PM from A. J. Petz’s home with many relatives and friends attending. Rev. Yundt of the Episcopal church delivered a tribute and the remains were laid to rest at Greenwood Cemetery.
Henry and Edward Hire two fishermen lads were arrested for illegal fishing and fined. They completed their sentence and were released from the county jail this morning. They headed toward Menominee along Franklin street, evidently eager to return home.
Rio Janeiro July 14. Panic grips the city as reports claim rebels defeated government troops at Mato Grosso with about 4000 killed or captured and now march toward Rio. Authorities mobilize 100000 troops for defense as the city prepares to resist an imminent assault.
Fred Oldenberg resident near the city suffered a painful accident while repairing a drilling engine. His hand slipped and was drawn into the machinery, nearly severing a finger. He traveled to the city for treatment and dressing of the wound.
The article ponders a future where land is divided equally among all people. It estimates the globe has about 83.6 billion acres, divided by 1.6 billion inhabitants would give each person a tract of about 28 percent of an acre. It notes roughly twenty eight people per square mile.
In a brief exchange cited by the Somerville Journal, Hicks questions the certainty that a boy will attend the gymnasium session, and Wicks responds that the boy will not go because he was instructed not to.
Chicago market data shows cattle receipts at 700 with prices for steers cows and calves across quality ranges. Hogs receipts at 13,000 with strong demand for good to choice ships and standard hogs. Beginning Tuesday July 17, 26 cent photos offered at Gusyenheim's clothing store.
Street dust from new brick paving draws complaints on upper Main while two visitors praise Galena’s improvements and the mining boom. Prospecting continues with frequent drill arrivals. Black Jack mine shows activity and large labor demands, signaling potential productivity in the Illinois Wisconsin district.
Hiram Willard, formerly of this city and a well known resident, died yesterday after falling from an iron stairway at his Marshalltown home. He had lived here many years, prospered in business, and was very rich at the time of his death. Blind for several years, his inability is noted as the cause of the fatal fall.
Watermelons, first of the season, appeared on the local market shipped from Georgia and praised for good quality. Prices stood at 60 cents each before local dealers ran low, with abundant harvests expected around Sand Prairie this summer making melons affordable later.
Mayor Scheerer received a letter from an inmate at the Soldiers National Military Home in Ohio asking for information about Ralph Harrop. He is told to have lived in this city for years, died here, and was English by descent, but local residents no longer recall him and believe the inquirer may be mistaken.
Mr Carroll Democrat lauds Pattison as a bright representative and likely minority leader next session. The endorsement notes Pattison’s cross party appeal in a Republican district, cites his three terms in the legislature, and says Carroll County Democrats will rally behind him at the primary against an opponent named Phillips.
A traveling salesman died suddenly in Pittsburg and his relatives ordered a wreath with extra wide ribbon inscribed Beat In peace on both sides and if there is room We shall meet In heaven. The undertaker’s new assistant delivered a startling floral piece bearing I test In peace on both sides and If there is room we shall meet In heaven. A humorous mishap at the funeral.
A Galena relic, a stall poster for a Centennial Cornet Band ball at Turner hall on November 15 1877, is found by Frank Willy. It recalls musicians earning $25 for a single night and bands traveling long distances for work, contrasted with modern dances and pay.
Reports from scientists warn seventeen year locusts may arrive within weeks across Iowa Nebraska and South Dakota adding to a possible simultaneous thirteen year infestation. The forecast notes rare overlap occurs once in two centuries and pairs with low housefly numbers to boost locust eggs survival amid changing conditions. Meanwhile Mineral Point district mining grows with multiple active mines and new ore discoveries including Tripoli Hazel Patch and Little land operations. prices for lead zinc jack dry bone and sulfur are listed with July Victor records now at Coatsworths.
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