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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1911
Page
3
The article traces the name Laura from its laurel meaning to its literary fame with Petrarch and Byron. It notes saints, prophecies, and a Queen Laura of songs, then shifts to local notices about court meetings and Knights of Columbus events with names and upcoming activities.
This excerpt traces given name variants for Anne and Nancy across literature and myth. It cites Dryden on Annabella, Poe on Annabel Lee, and references to Narcissa Nancy and Nana in French fiction, opera, and photography. mentions Shakespeare and Dickensen adaptations, and notes cross language forms like Nana and Nanna with mythic links.
The piece traces the name Letitia and its variants Letizia Lettia and Letty Lind, noting Latin roots meaning toy, its use by famous figures like Napoleon’s mother and the English titled, and its cultural associations with Laetitia and historic personages including Letitia Harvi from Mrs Cowley’s comedy The Belie's Biratemem.
A survey of Delia Della and related forms tracing origins from Delia’s Greek and Iberian links to Delilah and biblical echoes. Noting Irish associations with bravery, Roman poetry’s uses, Pope and Burns references, and the Latin Delicia meaning delicious or delightful.
The article traces various historical figures named Jane across Europe, noting their fates and roles. It mentions Jane Seymour as Henry VIII’s third wife who died after childbirth, Jeanne of France, Lady Jane Grey, and other queens named Jane. It references murders, executions, imprisonments, and tragedies linked to these women and their lineages.
A garbled survey links historical figures and literary characters all named Jane or Joan. It mentions Jane of Naples fleeing, Jane Countess of Flanders defending Brittany, Jeanie Hepburn as Mary Stuart rival, Joan of Arc driving English from France, Jane Lane aiding Charles II, and Jane Eyre and Jane Clairmont in fiction and letters.
The piece traces names Ethel and Geraldine from medieval forms to modern celebrities. It links Ethel to Etheldreda and St Audry with variants like Awdry and Ted, and Geraldine to Gerald and Geirhilda with Germanic forms. It notes literary figures and the emblem sunflower linked to Ethel, and mentions Geraldine Farrar as a soprano example.
The article surveys the name Edith, its male form Edward, and various historical spellings and figures. It traces Anglo Saxon and Norman forms, notable bearers like Eddeva and Edith of Hordaland, and mentions Edith’s links to wealth and home, with literary and royal connections across England, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland.
Philadelphia January 16 the battleship Arkansas the largest warship ever constructed in the country was launched at Camden New Jersey Miss Mary Macon daughter of Representative Robert B Macon of Helena Arkansas acted as sponsor No governor or state officials attended due to a dispute over launch timing A large Arkansas delegation was present The ship will mount 12 12 inch guns and 21 five inch rapid fire guns with torpedo tubes and 121000 pounds of broadside fire potential
In Toure France on January 14 Aunt TM DaAvibey de Gatigny was convicted of a bogus count and sentenced to one month in prison, already served during awaiting trial. The case involved a sale of a collection of pictures to her late husband, with the duchess withdrawing her complaint later.
Edith Meiber of Schenectady confessed to poisoning her 4 year old son George with carbolic acid after he asked for water. Arrest followed identification by telegraph photo and luggage, with police noting her earlier widowhood and motive of struggle. The report also notes a favorable committee action on Robert Peary’s promotion to rear admiral.
Boston February 16 In anticipation of probating the will of Mrs Mary Taker Glover Teddy at Concord next Tuesday and to consider legal questions raised by the missionary estate disposition a secret conference was held here today among Christian Science church directors and several attorneys.
Washington January 16 The Senate faced a vote on amending the constitution to require direct election of senators. A roll call followed a preliminary Yeas vote with 42 present and 22 Republicans among 43 negative votes. Debate focused on timing and amendments as Borah pressed for a vote by January 24 and unanimous consent was refused, sending the matter to Monday.
Washington January 14 Debate in the Lorimer case is set to break in full blast next week. Members of the privileges and elections committee who favored Lorimer will defend their stance as Senator Gamble prepares to speak. A dinner gathering of Republican progressives trimmed the doubtful, signaling a tentative 46 to 45 tilt for a move to vacate the seat.
Representative W. W. Trubband of Sioux City has been ill at his apartments with severe fever and malaria symptoms. He has been confined to bed part of the time and is under a physician’s care, hoping to resume duties soon.
Henry Z. Scott, a wealthy St. Louis resident connected with the National Light and Improvement Co, shot and killed himself at his home. His financial activities reached into public utility firms. Poor health was listed as the cause. He was born in Frederickspurg, WA, in 2 years age.
Bradstreet reports a cautious business mood with increased wholesaler activity for spring and widespread clearance sales. Leather output tightens, cotton margins stay slim, and prices hover. Overseas orders persist in iron, steel, tin plate, and rail purchases, while dry goods demand rises and the hide market remains only modestly weak.
Qunden Utah January 1 Chief Browning announced that two men who held up the Greatland Limited near Reese Utah on the night of January 7 were arrested this morning in a rooming house along with two companions. The four were asleep in bed when captured.
Reports from Salt Lake City note a 48 hour span ending at noon with the Sierra Nevada showing the worst air or smoke in 20 years. Western Pacific and Southern Pacific trains halted, four passenger trains on one line and ten on the other at standstill.
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