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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1899
Page
2
The item outlines subscription terms for The Hull Index and discusses political expectations around the Gear Cummins senatorial struggle. It envisions a prosperous era ahead with activity in mechanical scientific and educational fields and reflects on the public’s likely reactions to forthcoming events.
A Chicago judge denounces saloons as the root of crime and public costs. He links drinking to police courts, the Bridewell, reform schools, Joliet prison, the morgue, and destitution. He cites thousands of destitute unconned citizens and families wrecked by alcohol. The Chicago Inter Ocean reports.
The 122 year old Dr Charles Smith wed 45 year old Moss Sale May in a Delaware Avenue home. The Rev Thomas J Cross notes the priestly humor as the groom claims he is 129 and reveals an elixir tale. The ceremony was kept quiet while inquiries continue.
A stranger in a pub recounts a family rivalry that lasted three years with secret contests. George Shadwell, his cousin, mastered swimming after reading a manual, won several trials, and died in a fatal event abroad. The tale ends with the stranger revealing the final, lethal outcome.
Three friends in Chicago exchange anxious talk after a man in black leaves. They learn the visitor is an undertaker who also serves as a sas meter inspector and may return. The trio asks him to convey they think he is wanted and depart for the railway station in solemn mood.
The Woman's Industrial Council reports London child labor reveals 1143 work 19 to 29 hours, 729 in 30 to 39 hours, 285 forty hours plus weekly. A undertaker helper worked 23.5 hours for a cent and a half hourly. a city school teacher says newsboys are too tired to stay awake in class.
A decorative Christmas table tree using candied fruit gilded walnuts and punched powder is suggested. The piece notes Japanic evergreen tips and florist setup. Also advertised are three Puerto Rico tours leaving Chicago on January 11 February 16 and March 4 with rail car and ship travel under Walter Townsend and the Aguemont Tourist Association, tickets via Chicago Milwaukee St Paul railway agents.
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