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Newspaper
Humeston New Era
Location
Humeston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1908
Page
2
The essay argues dirt is matter out of place yet useful, highlighting women’s labor in cleaning and sanitation across society. It notes Holland’s rough cleanliness, then discusses a rising epidemic of self destruction, arguing crime cannot be solved by law after the act and urging societal attention.
Edith Abbott argues women must act to advance industrial rights in the franchise push while praising skilled workers who organize for independence. The column criticizes a wealthy heiress amid a forced marriage scandal, denounces title worship, notes William M. Chase’s portrait, and cites a female physician praising modest dress for women’s health.
Iowa officials review Henry Albert twenty-first quarterly health report on Fairfield outbreak with 60 to 75 cases blamed on contaminated milk and ice cream. State labs logged 2,055 exams with typhoid among key investigations. details uncertain.
Rolfe family inherits whole estate of wealthy W. B. Hall after years of devoted care by Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Williams. The 397 acres of town land, 3000 dollars in cattle, 1500 cash, 800 in insurance total net value to Mrs. Williams at least 25,000 dollars, with debts under 3000.
In a federal habeas corpus ruling Judge Reed declares government cannot compel Tama reservation parents to send their children to Toledo schools or arrest them for noncompliance. The decision also holds the Muckwakis own land in fee simple, not a reservation, limiting federal rights. This marks a complete victory for the Tama Indians and sets a notable precedent affecting Native communities.
Des Moines raised nearly 23 909 dollars from fifty young women with red tags and coin boxes for the Home for Friendless Children. Tag day profits exceeded expectations and prompted plans to repeat next year. Miss Gertrude Hewitt led with 163.32 dollars, with several others close behind.
A Davenport blaze destroyed elevator B of the Rothschilds Grain Co and a nearby glucose warehouse with thousands of barrels of syrup. Losses: elevator end train about 75000, syrup house 15900, lumber mill 10000. Total estimated damage exceeds 100000, with origin in a neighboring grain shed. Insurance covers part of the railroad-elevator loss. Fire origin remains undetermined.
Des Moines plans a new textile firm to manufacture men’s guaranteed hosiery. The project, led by R. B. Dennis and others, will remodel the Iowa Knitting building on East Grand Avenue. Two floors will host equipment and workers within about thirty days.
Fire destroyed a barn and several sheds on the farm of C. P. Rugg south of Waterloo. Waterloo milk was used to extinguish flames in the farm buildings, saving the remaining structures and contents. Nine horses, seven calves, and crew were incinerated. much machinery and grain lost. Loss exceeds $5,000 with $2,000 insured.
Mason Citr Frank Trigs of Rostord operates a 24 acre apple orchard under scientific care. The harvest produced 826 barrels this year yielding $1,529 in cash, about $59 per acre, reflecting strong returns from the ten-year-old orchard.
The Iowa Congress of Mothers closed its fourth biennial convention on the 13th selecting officers. It was decided to raise funds for an organizer by assessing each of the twenty seven plots in the congress 16 dollars netting 274 dollars, then to seek fifty women to donate to swell the fund. Several Des Moines women immediately contributed with donations totaling 250 dollars.
Cedar pids. Announcement that W. G. Dows and Isaac B. Smith of the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City Railway and Light Co have purchased water power rights in the Cedar River at Palisades six miles below the city. A twenty foot dam will be built and it is estimated that 5000 horsepower will be developed. an electric line is planned to Mount Vernon.
Central shopmen resume work after a strike, with many strike breakers released before contract end. Employers expect a return to full operations within days as shops plan to run with increased forces day and night.
The State college stock judging team won the team prize at the American Retail Live Stock show in Kansas. If the team repeats next year the award trophy becomes permanent possession of the state college. Three team members also won individual prizes.
In Winterset an overwhelming vote of 778 to 11 approved issuing bonds to build a new water works plant, exceeding $60,695, with strong support from both men and women. The measure aims to provide abundant water and first class fire protection, and women cast a notably large portion of the ballots.
Mason City kept its headquarters as The Modern Brother won the vote over Des Mecines by about two to one. Davenport stood as another candidate in the ballot.
After a thorough investigation the state board of health cannot locate the source of the typhoid fever epidemic in Fairfield. A report to Mayor Jones notes the outbreak is not currently active. Prepared by Dr Henry Albert of Town City state bacteriologist the report reviews possible origins and offers prevention suggestions.
Reports from St Petersberg and Leidon detail talks between M Iswolsky and Baron von Ahrenthal about the Dardanelles and Bosnia. Britain Russia and France outline eight proposals toward Balkan settlement, including Bulgaria’s independence, Crete’s annexation to Greece, and Danube traffic rights.
Paris dispatch says Bulgaria rejects rumors of ultimatums or renewed mobilization. Diplomatic agent M Stanchioff cites Sofia as seeking peaceful settlement with Turkey and the powers via the international conference. He dismisses Belgrade reports of a secret treaty and notes willingness to offer compensation over the oriental railway and western Rumelia.
Tokio Oct 16 The American battleship fleet has been sighted by Japanese war vessels tasked with delivering a friendly greeting. Admiral Sperry and his crew are said to witness maneuvers near Kiushin in southeastern Japan. The gunboat Yorktown, serving as fleet tender, was sighted near Yenshu and is expected to reach Yokohama by 10 today. A reception committee will depart Tokio to welcome the Yashion.
At Fremont Nebraska on October 16 a riot among Italian railroad yard workers left Jane Tony dead after a stabbing with a stiletto and a revolver shot. Patsy Tony was stabbed eight times and is dying while Joseph Teno suffers two severe stab wounds in the chest and leg and may recover. The disturbance arose during pay day over a board bill.
New York receives Dr. Frederick E. Cook's message from north of Btab dated March 17 reporting extreme cold but progress toward the pole. He plans a straight line route, expects to return to base by May end, and asks readiness to travel with whalers to Acponie Island if delayed.
New York case involving Harry K Thaw ends with judge ordering return to Matteawan asylum. Justice Mills refused a jury trial on the sanity issue and scheduled a hearing, Thaw’s counsel not presenting evidence pending higher court ruling. An order to transfer Thaw was issued and Dr. Baker signaled readiness to produce him if served in Pittsburgh.
New York requests payment on a seven pound note issued February 16 1771 by the English colony of New York. Comptroller Meiz is stunned by experts estimate that redeeming the note with interest could cost the city about 29 000. Also reported Standard Oil tanks burned in Baltimore Maryland a fire destroyed three tanks and damaged pipes at the plant near the city limits. In Belvidere New Jersey Mrs Arthur Walters 25 died from lockjaw after having 14 teeth drawn last Saturday and tetanus developed the next day.
Til Rev Father Carl Schneuckle rector of St Nicholas German Catholic church of Aurora was found dead in bed Wednesday morning. He was 62 years old.
James S. Kennedy a New York banker and president of the Presbyterian Hospital fund announces a 1 000 000 donation for construction of buildings. The gift aims to expand hospital facilities and support ongoing development.
A Black man Foster George was arrested at 2914 Pine Street on a $35,000 theft from S Powell of New York. Unset diamonds, jewelry and watches worth over $26,000 were found, hidden in pockets and a razor case. He claimed the gems were given to him by a Chicago hotel employee. Evidence includes pawnshop tickets and claims of purchases in Kansas City. Also reported: Canadian Indians in Winnipeg case, Dr Daniel Gilman’s death, and a Cudahy house intruder in Omaha.
The tasters strike that halted operations across most Lynn shoe factories for two weeks was officially ended on Wednesday. Workers will return to all factories shortly. In Washington, the army dirigible balloon purchased from Capt. Thomas S. Baldwin will be fitted with wireless receiving and sending gear.
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