Strikes, trials, and disasters headline a volatile week
The report lists mass strikes in Greater New York with 8000 painters, a USS Sheridan voyage to the Philippines, convictions in Bemidji for murder, and heavy crop losses in Oklahoma. It notes fatal wrecks in Los Angeles and Texas, a bank president indicted in Chicago, fires killing several in Arizona and San Francisco, a self-inflicted death in Omaha, a Chicago judge elect, Moscow university shutdown, and multiple other violent or tragic incidents across the nation.
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Oklahoma
William Cornell
Santa Fe
Los Angeles
Nebraska
Fioloff
Soropul
Russia
Amanetrov
Kenosha
Wis
Edward Collier
William Dryer
San Francisco
Utah State News Highlights From Across the State
Reports from Utah cover Otter Creek reservoir cost at 100000 Volney Gunnell named juvenile court judge in Ogden Governor Cutler proclaims Arbor Day April 15 Ephraim council blocks fighting game debate on wholesale house Merchants push for Ephraim growth Lehi clay works planned Sheep inspections for 2 500 000 head Rail injuries and deaths in Ogden Freight fire in Green River crops look promising Revenue taxes show 3170152 deer produced and 18510 collected Get Acquainted excursion set for April 24 North Sanpete seeks auger factory Dyno dynamite incident Lehi worker shot self Teddy the bear killed North Salt Lake City cow calves twice in seven weeks Park City inventor of smoke consumer Utah Construction wins Western Pacific contract Dewey sugar factory staff patent for smoke consumer American Fork patent for Buge brush grabber.
Nevada Prison Appointment and Wyoming Killings Report
Northwest notes record a new warden appointment in Nevada as 8 H Day succeeds John L Considine. Reports mount of elk-killing fines in Wyoming plus multiple homicides and accidents across Montana Oregon and Washington with rail and river incidents, strikes, and mining news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Day
John L. Considine
State Prison of
Nevada
Mining News Highlights From West to North America
Ex Senator W A Clark of Montana tours Colorado coal interests for purchase. Coeur d Alene mines paid 1,697,500 in dividends since 1907 across seven big producers. Tucker Mining and Milling of Wallace Idaho formed with 1 million capital. Dewey mine Idaho to start this summer employing 45. National Copper Bank of New York to open May 1 with 20 million in deposits. Ramsey Comstock strike ore yields gold and copper worn as a watch charm. Copper dividends total 349,739,183 since incorporation across 25 companies. Rosebud Nevada townsite boom with rapid price gains. Newhouse Mines and Smelters treated 23–24 thousand tons ore in March. 650 tons first class ore to smelters. All mining at Homestake Lead SD closed due to carbon dioxide gas. Standard Oil investments in Nevada and Utah explored. Ely mining and stock exchange opened April 1 with local stocks trading. Goldfield stocks eyed for listing. Rosebud miners report harmony with operators. Utah Consolidated Mining net profits 2,835,009 for year to Dec 21 1906. 9.45 per share. American Smelting and Refining earnings near 15 million for year. Sullivan Trust settlement with San Francisco brokers ratified. Yerington Nipper to send 50 hp gas engine to Yerington. deep shaft planned. Bur mine Lewiston Wye reports ore valued at 600 per ton. Round Mountain shows 511 gold per ton in a narrow streak at 40 feet.
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Rosebud
Nevada
Newhouse Mines & Smelters Company
Homestake
Lead 8. D
Standard O
Utah
Rube No More as Progress Broadens Rural Leaders
A Brooklyn Eagle excerpt argues that rural Americans have shed rustic stereotypes, embracing education, newspapers, and modern utilities. It credits farmers with national influence, political ascent, and leadership, urging respect for country folk rising to prominence and public service.
Beautifying a Living Room Window on a Budget
The article advises making a central living room window attractive with lace or sash curtains, dotted net for white decor, and bright Indian stripe fabrics. Add a maidenhair fern, a window seat with tapestry cushions, and a bulb box for winter color. If the view is poor, consider adjustments to harmony and concealment.
Notable Congressman's Frugal Frying Pan Exchange
A humorous exchange shows a congressman visiting home arguing over prices with a storekeeper. The conversation lampoons federal spending and a shopper’s stinginess as the congressman quips about paying thirty two cents for eyes and objecting to higher costs while demanding codfish.
Coming Day A Close Election Demand To Vote
In a Chicago Tribune clipping the exchange shows a husband urging his wife Maria to vote in a tight election. She laments she cannot vote today because she has nothing suitable to wear for the polls.
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Maria
John
Polla
Chicago
Which Prompts Tales of Fear and Courage
A quoted reflection by George Howry Lewen contrasts personal bravado with empathy for a beloved’s peril. It notes the difference between recognizing danger and feeling the motive power to overcome it, highlighting inner drives over outward daring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Howry Lewen
Removing Iron Mold Stains with Lemon Juice and Salt
The stain caused by rust or ink can be treated with lemon juice and salt exposed to air and sun until it fades. If ineffective, boil water and rub with lemon salts, then rinse thoroughly to avoid residue that may burn fabric. Do not use boiling steps on colored fabrics.
Butter Quality and Public Taste Highlighted
An article argues many establishments suffer from tasteless butter despite advances in production. It praises traditional method butter as superior yet rare, noting concerns about coloring, margarine, lard, and boracic acid in modern products and the difficulty of finding pure, old fashioned butter.
Chicken in Rice Cups Breakfast Dish uses leftovers
A recipe for small rice cups filled with finely minced chicken and a moist sauce. Add oysters for flavor, optional onion juice and celery, cover with rice, bake briefly, invert onto a platter and serve with sauce.
Way of Using Worn Blankets for Quilts
Step by step method to repurpose worn blankets into quilts. Wash and trim ragged edges, darn thin spots with cheesecloth, cut pieces to size, sew breadths, cover both sides, and bind edges with red or white yarn. Result is soft warm lightweight and easy to wash.
Silverware cleaning advice from old text
The passage advises cleaning silverware by rubbing with a flannel cloth and polishing with chamois leather. It notes avoiding soap and water with ammonia, then drying with linen and rubbing with chamois to prevent stains.
Gargle Remedy For Sore Throat Mentioned In Health Note
An old health tip recommends a cleansing gargle using equal parts salt and carbonate of soda dissolved in a glass of water. For recovery, gargle the solution several times daily.
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