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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1910
Page
6
A Telegraph Doomed article notes that railroads are rapidly adopting phones via the modern selector, replacing telegraph lines. It cites widespread tests by major railroads, cost savings, and the shift to telephone dispatching to meet nine hour law requirements and improve efficiency.
A writer argues against leaving the U S for Canada citing abundant U S land from Lake Michigan to the Gulf and urging wage workers to buy land. The author shares plans to settle on ten acres, grow vegetables fruit and poultry, anticipating income from potatoes and future orchard crops as a path to independence.
The piece argues embezzlers use falsified papers to drain bank assets over years and criticizes bank examiners for failing to trace assets and balances. It cites a $137,000 theft at Lewis ton Idaho over five years and calls for absolute, precise investigation of all funds and accounts.
In a spirited survey of boxing gossip and sport politics, the author asserts Frank Gotch will not fight Jack Johnson, cites Gotch’s wrestling prowess and differences to boxing, notes Corbett’s affiliate plans, and predicts Johnson’s odds and potential international bouts. The piece also covers controversy over moving pictures of the Jeffries-Johnson bout, costs, and the broader struggle in baseball’s National League with Thomas Lynch and John Ward amid leadership tensions.
John F. Sheridan, longtime American League umpire, announced he would quit after citing deteriorating vision and the need to wear glasses. President Johnson sent him to an eye specialist while recalling his earlier route from a Chattanooga tryout to Macon, Georgia, and a $76 monthly umpiring offer under Henry Grady.
The Naps signed college outfielder James H. Rutherford after a strong showing with Cornell varsity. Scout Sam Kennedy endorsed the rookie after seeing him in key college games, adding depth to the lineup.
Fielder Jones, manager of the White Box club in 1808, has severed ties with the Chekalls of Wash. and may be unable to join the Chicago team when trying to test for a place. The move signals a possible reshaping of early baseball affiliations and player management.
In this 1810 reminiscence Joseph B Bowles quotes a veteran player arguing that baseball offers slim chances of lasting success and many temptations. He recalls learning in St Louis neighborhoods, teaching peers, and the value of watching seniors to improve. He notes the lure of major leagues yet stresses continuous learning and humility.
Detroit Tigers manager Hughie Jennings is rumored to seek top pitchers Walter Johnson and Frank Smith with reports of offers to the Nationals and White Sox. Speculation suggests Comiskey could trade Smith for Ty Cobb and Noyes might accept Johnson for cash. Navin denies the rumors while catcher Beckendorf is linked to Washington.
A breezy sports note praises the St. Louis Browns rookie Ray as a potential star who could rally against the Tigers. The piece jokes about a fearless debut and mentions Cobb and Crawford in a playful, opinionated tone.
Fragmentary OCR reads about Josh Devore banishment during a gale incident at Brooklyn roatel. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate a disciplinary action linked to weather-related disruption at a Brooklyn location involving Devore.
The passage recalls Jesus in Perea teaching the value of childlike faith and blessing children. He challenges the disciples, invites the little ones, and urges following him for eternal life, emphasizing loving kindness and kingdom entry through simple trust and obedience. The discourse spans Mark and Luke references, highlighting Jesus’ rebukes of hindering children and the call to generosity and righteous living.
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