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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1910
Page
6
A collection of quirky notes on prices and living costs, postal savings banks, and new tech ideas. Jokes about universal languages, a Duluth ski jump, a baron in Japan, and remarks from public figures appear in a satirical roundup.
The text records scattered items from a newspaper page: efforts to honor an author of a famous song, a B F Yoakum remark on Mississippi Valley drainage and agricultural potential, a London woman’s black wallpaper design, reflections on the cost of war, and estimates of Civil War expenses in the United States and a French war cost aimed at humiliating France.
Cooperation between individuals and the State would extend a vast park along the Hudson for fifteen miles spanning 25 000 acres. The Palisades were saved by private generosity and dedicated during a celebration. A million plus donations and 19 096 acres support the effort, with Governor Hurhes seeking legislative appropriation to complete the project.
The author argues that many households accept higher costs for telephones gas electric lighting and heating and nicer furnishings. He notes wives and daughters take music lessons and theater tickets. while desirable these items should be weighed against the overall rise in living costs caused by higher food prices.
The piece portrays Baltimore as the world s largest village famous for hospitality and quiet routines. It contrasts historic grandeur with a stagnant wholesale district and describes daily life on marble front steps where colored servants scrub and polish homes while neighbors exchange mellow voices in a long street vista.
An Oklahoma inventor describes a household slicing device with a stand, two rows of spikes to grip produce, and a parallel blade array operated by a handle. Aimed at restaurants and large households, the blades quickly slice vegetables with precision, saving time in busy kitchens.
The passage presents a dialog where a pompous society man boasts of childhood pride and a witty reply remarks on fulfilled ambitions. The terse exchange hints at cynicism about character and public image, with metaphorical lines about a fence blown down by wind.
The Maybray trial is scheduled to open in United States district court in Council Bluffs on March 10. The government has subpoenaed over 100 witnesses and will have about twenty defense lawyers present. Public interest is expected to be intense as court room space is limited during federal building renovations. Government offices will be housed on the third floor and witnesses will be escorted there as they arrive.
Treasury officials in Cedar Rapids pursue numerous Syrians suspected of fraudulently securing entry to the United States. A large Syrian community exists there and abetting papers issued locally are sent abroad to aid entry of others. Arrests and deportations are anticipated as government suspicions grow.
A local board approves moves to appoint Pritchetts Sneas and enact changes by the executive action. Officials say the measures streamline operations and realign responsibilities within the agency.
The state board of education approved concessions by Kr. Prichstt, president of Carnegie Foundation, allowing all freshmen to enroll after the present term at the university. The law school curriculum in New York City will be altered and the university aims to place the law school in Ann Arbor along with other high grade schools.
Police say RB OE Phillips of Chicago assaulted and chased a young woman in Maron City after accusing Alisa Mary Myers of stealing a diamond pin worth 2460 dollars. He allegedly dragged her, damaged her watch, and fled. He was fined 25 dollars.
A Friday blaze leveled the Myles Furniture Manufacturing building the Spokane Furniture warehouse and the Pulp Board box company machinery at Cedar Hapids causing a loss of £34,000 covered by insurance.
Reverend UR fh Reta, pastor of a Sioux City church, visited Des Moines seeking appointment as chaplain of the Tenth United States Cavalry stationed in northern Vermont. He is expected to obtain the position.
The Wright and Nobles of Waterloo and the Modern National Reserve of Charles City merged at a Waterloo meeting. The new order retains the name Highland Nalles and will base its headquarters in Waterloo.
Thirty seven farmers from southwestern Java sent corn samples for testing. Only sixty percent were fertile, thirty seven percent weak, and two percent worthless.
Wamiltton Landry Pnncorporates of Rioux City files amended articles of incorporation with the Secretary of State Hayward, setting capital stock at 50000 dollars.
A fire swept Riverton damaging Peak and Widd’s Drug Store and its contents. The blaze started from an unknown cause and gutted the building, with neighbors reporting extensive smoke and flames. No injuries were reported publicly.
A Tuesday morning blaze in Montezuma razed a frame building owned by George Jackson, causing about 12000 in losses with 5000 insured. The S. K. Needham publishing plant and multiple tenants including J. H. Kelley and Griffith suffered heavy, partially insured damages as flames spread before discovery.
Dr A G Storms resigns as president of the state agricultural college accepted by the state board of education effective August 31. Storms served four years and will return to the ministry. A conference with Dr Pritchett indicated wider interest in state educational developments.
Local farmers report seed ears tested over the past month yield poorly with many averages around 50 to 75 percent. One 100 ear sample of carefully nurtured beet inoking corn produced only one ear that would grow, suggesting little prospects for seed corn imported for spring planting.
Last Saturday charges were filed against O Brien county druggists by the anti saloon league for selling liquor to medical applicants. The state law requires ink written applications, and the filings stem from pencil applications. The cases are set for the May term.
An infant, exposure suspected, was found on the porch of Police Chief Van Nait at Mastaline Tuesday. It was taken to Hershey hospital and feared dead. The baby, only a few hours old at discovery, showed deformities and appeared abandoned.
Notice of a lawsuit against Tar. MLE. Corbin and an associate by Mickwood alleges medical negligence in treating a broken limb. Plaintiff seeks $5,600 claiming unprofessional care and shortened limb use.
A buyer named Ric Band Teal purchased 42 acres in Texas within six miles of Palhart. The parcel lies in an area with undeveloped potential and features a stated price per acre described as under multivation.
Brakeman Irjuries fatal after accident on the Northwestern raid. He ran out of Storm Lake, succumbing Wednesday to injuries received Tuesday at Parkershore.
Archaeologists in Nubia uncover six millennia of disease history linking gout and tuberculosis to ancient populations. Examined mummies show a downward shift in body types, salt preservation methods, and copper use, with widespread rheumatic gout noted among family graves.
A revival of china painting among young girls emphasizes homespun training and domestic science. The article notes study of museum examples inspires modern pieces, with costs for paints and equipment around three to four dollars and a few lessons guiding independence from a teacher.
A dated note describes urgent calls for a safer method to burn household rubbish. Sparks and flames pose danger, while new sheet metal enclosed devices promise containment and reduced risk of damage during use.
In a retrospective tone the Esquire piece recalls ancient attendants and armor bearers amid the classical era. It sketches ceremonial roles and the dignity associated with guarding leaders in Greece and Rome.
The article notes that in England esquires were made by neck collars and silver spurs and the title persists by heritage or office. In the United States the term arose as a courtesy for men not in trade, though this is seen as a flimsy justification. The piece contrasts national practices and attitudes toward the title.
Mr D known as miserly yet doubted as such refused to donate to the organ fund. He answered with politeness and a final air that charity is a pleasure one must do without.
A man accustomed to operating via checks views a $20 billion sum as a substantial amount. The figure contrasts with his usual method and highlights the scale of the transaction in financial terms.
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