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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1908
Page
2
A terse directive demands the release of an individual named Turner amid rising tensions. The note, attributed to a Loridon Standard source, hints at swift action and political stakes without detailing the context or charges.
The fragment references early 20th century remedies and medical claims including Pazo Ointment for piles with a 66 day guarantee. It mentions a telegraph circuit claimed as the world’s largest between London and Tehran Persia, about 4 000 miles long divided into twelve sections. It also cites names and a date October 2 1905 with witnesses.
A Philadelphia Ledger report on an accident case shows a lawyer asking a Swede witness about factory work amid mispronunciations. The exchange humorously reveals how language barriers and miscommunication can complicate testimony in court.
A woman writer praises Grape Nuts for restoring her appetite and strength after years of poor nourishment while nursing. She claims morning hunger returned, breast milk improved, and her brain stayed clear as she and her family, including her 10 month old, benefited from the daily cereal. The testimonial, signed Theresa Reason, appears in a Battle Creek Postum Co. notice.
In a small village, Madeline Glide lies near death then stabilizes after Dr. Holbrook and Guy Remington intervene. Guy offers support for her grandfather and finances, while Jessie visits brighten Maddy's room and reveal Remington’s concern. The tale centers on gentleness, pride, and steadfast care during illness.
A waiter notes newcomers in a restaurant appetizing more than regulars, asking for extra helpings to match their “new flavor” and the energy of starting anew. He observed first time diners act hungrier, suggesting adaptation to a fresh dining environment.
A brief note on Portsmouth New Hampshire as a founding seaport town established in 1623. It mentions poet and author Thomas Bailey Aldrich born there in 1836 and his books An Old Town by the Sea and The Story of a Bad Boy reflecting his boyhood in the New Hampshire port.
A sharp exchange in Philadelphia between a money collector and a debtor highlights the value of time versus cash flow. The debtor questions the cost of pursuit as the collector laments wasted minutes in debt collection.
A fragmentary report notes instruction by a teacher on neatness and cleanliness. It references a case of accident and mentions Tione, the inventor of the sewing machine, selling patent rights for passage to England.
The report notes weaker consumer demand in furniture and footwear amid a severe storm yet seasonal goods remained in demand. Wholesale buyers flocked to the district with increased forward orders for dry goods millinery boots and furniture, aiding a modest recovery. Bank clearings reach 4201,500,000 up 0.9 percent from the prior year while Chicago district failures rise with 12 liabilities over 4000.
Widespread storm and floods dampen distributive trade and railway traffic, limiting shipments to the market to the smallest volume in twenty two months. Wool and woolen goods demand remains steady while cheaper shoes and cotton products show irregular pricing and reduced shipments.
A dense listing of livestock and grain quotes across markets in Chicago Detroit Milwaukee and Toledo. Cattle hogs sheep and lambs show wide ranges while futures style grain notes cover wheat corn oats rye barley and clover seed with assorted No. 1 2 and mixed quality grades. Prices cited include prime hogs 4.00 4.50 per cwt cattle 4.00 6.00 and wheat No. 2 around 0 to 1.04 per bushel with other grains in lower ranges.
In Farmington Michigan an old water powered mill known as Meter Mill and later Philbrick Mill sits by a stream feeding the River that runs through the village. Built by Benjamin Power it prospered until debt and poverty drove the business and family away. The owner later found work on the railroad, rose to wealth as a railroad official, returned, married a Farmington woman, and left an estate worth over a dollar amount at his death. His widow, young at the time, became a teacher and led a local educational institution in Grand Rapids.
An agricultural notice touts Dakota grown wheat and other seeds from the Jocn A Salter Seed Co in La Crosse Wisconsin. It promises a seeds catalog and free seed samples including Macaroni Wheat Billion Dollar Grass Victoria Rape and more, inviting readers to mail for a two sachet seed package.
A set of eight illustrated animal post cards in five colors from the Washington Park area in Milwaukee will be mailed for twelve cents or stamps. Appealing to both adults and children. The Evening Wisconsin Company, Milwaukee, Wis.
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