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Newspaper
Humeston New Era
Location
Humeston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1907
Page
2
A survey of involuntary bodily responses to emotions and their links to the heart, followed by Lecky on temperance and crime. It cites a Mesmer-like measurement method, then a San Francisco earthquake bank tale, and ends with fragments of Menander and a Missouri wife's rebuke over dinner delays.
A Pennsylvania investigation reports a wandering hunter charged over a malice driven act tied to a disputed purchase. Authorities allege a $10,000 transaction influenced the incident, with the case involving a dog linked to the dispute and unclear motives.
The report covers various recent happenings across the region, noting civic updates, public notices, and local developments affecting communities in multiple towns within the state. Officials urge attention to ongoing matters and upcoming dates.
Davenport mayor Waldo Becker issues citywide orders to saloonkeepers to enforce strict hours, no free lunches, no liquor sales to women or at improper times, and harsh penalties for noncompliance. Police chief Tomas Atkinson accompanies the measure as city officials demand uniform enforcement.
Frank Palmer, prominent Iowan, died of pneumonia on the 3rd in Chicago after retirement from the printing trade. Born October 11, 1527 in Manchester Indiana, he lived in Chicago with his children Robert F. Palmer, an insurance agent at 175 Lakeview Avenue, and a Chicago High School teacher daughter. Palmer held major posts including state legislator in New York, town publisher, Iowa State Register editor, congressman for the congressional district, Chicago Inter Ocean editor, Chicago Herald chief, and Chicago postmaster.
Gov Albert B Cummins drew the largest Davenport audience at Burtis Opera House and a second crowd later that day as orders urged officials to obey the law or face displacement. Davenport residents praised the city amid statewide attention while the governor, who declined interviews, prepared to address conditions.
A couple, Mr. and Mrs. William Tan Winkle, were found slain at their Fairport home six miles northwest of Muscatine. Both bodies showed severe skull trauma and entry concerns point to Harry Tones, a desperate drunken suspect, who was last seen claiming he would stay at War Winkle's. A posse and sheriff watch the area.
Iowa Agricultural College won most honors in the students judging contest at the international livestock show. Ontario placed second, Missouri third, with Ohio, Kansas, Texas, Washington, and South Dakota following. The Iowa school retained the bronze trophy for judging and Ontario the prize for judging cattle sheep and swine.
Pat Crowe is jailed following a long and short man racket that led to his arrest. A Pat was booked on the Aur Levi claim. A small man tall in the West End shop robbery morning, with minimal cash on hand, shows only 35 cents in visible assets.
Henry Havemeyer president of the American Sugar Refining Co. died at his Merrivale Stack Farm home in Commack Long Island following an attack of acute indigestion. He was 74, born October 15 1817 in New York City. He formed the company in 1887 and was succeeded by his brother Theodore A Havemeyer and then by H Q Havemeyer.
Pennsylvania delegation threw solid support behind Senator Philander C Knox as Roosevelt successor during a Washington dinner hosted by Joseph C Sibler. Rep Burke opened the remarks with strong applause as Knox's candidacy gained momentum.
Attorney R. I. Dale of Boone faces indictment over alleged criminal act in the Col Jonerson case. He claims Deputy Sheriff Meowerson was drunk when making an attachment on Col lin's property, according to filed affidavits.
Cedar Rapids resident Jack Alen, a man years of age out of work and despondent, committed suicide by taking morphine in his room. Authorities report a self inflicted death resulting from mood distress and unemployment pressures.
John Welsch, an elderly Keokuk resident and truck gardener, was attempting to cross a railroad track ahead of a Burlineicn train when struck. He died two hours later at a local hospital. he had lived in Keokuk for many years.
Neil Renther, traveling salesman for Bloom-Collier Co. of Keokuk, remains missing from his Moulton home area for a week. The employer reviews his territory and the exact shortfall will be determined in a few days. A woman is reportedly connected to the case.
Vere St Leger Goold and his wife were found guilty in Monte Carlo of Emma Levin’s murder last summer. Mrs Goold received the death sentence for instigating the crime while Goold was sentenced to life imprisonment. The pair had fled to Marseilles where bloodstains on a trunk led to their capture.
Michigan bank closure announced to prevent a run and ensure fair treatment of depositors and creditors. Chelsea Savings Bank will suspend operations Tuesday under the oversight of State Banking Commissioner Zimmerman. State Treasurer Frank P. Glazier holds about 681,000 in the bank. Attorney General Bird notes state protection via the treasurer’s $250,000 bond, shielding against losses unless assets fail to cover cents on the dollar.
Congressman George W. Smith died suddenly at his home after two weeks of illness. He was serving his twentieth year in Congress and passed away at midnight, according to local reports.
Mrs. Antonio Arimaska an elderly resident was induced to leave her home on the pretext of visiting a sick person and was escorted to a lonely city area late Monday night where she was robbed of $600.
In Three Rivers Quebec the residence of Mrs. Dunant caught fire while her husband attended a school commissioners meeting. Four of her six children were burned to death in the blaze.
The body of D. B. Rekin, cashier of the defunct Merchants' and Planters' Bank, who vanished about a month ago, was found in Cache Creek near Lawton on Tuesday night. Local authorities are investigating the case as a possible homicide.
Antonio Thompson and his wife of Los Angeles secured a writ of habeas corpus from Clayton County Circuit Court and recovered their 12 year old daughter Marie from a band of gypsies camped on the western outskirts of St. Louis after claiming the child was stolen a year ago.
The Sixtieth Congress opened with lavish ceremonies in Washington. Leaders Cannon and Williams received cheers from both parties while Bryan drew Democrats’ enthusiasm. Old rules sparked debate before adoption by party vote. President Roosevelt’s annual message dominated, with long reading in both chambers and full attendance early on.
Former United States Senator Henry Gassaway Davis of West Virginia aged four years, famed multimillionaire and last campaign vice presidential candidate, plans marriage to Maud Ashford. Reporters note the couple’s intimate friends. Los Angeles reporter HL Perry, a Salt Lake capitalist and Democratic National Committee member, is seriously ill in the city with acute Bright's disease.
Buenos Aires reports General Luis Saenz Pena former Argentine president died on a Wednesday. He was born in 1626 and served as president on October 12, 1662.
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