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Newspaper

Ireton Weekly Ledger

Location

Ireton, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1905

Page

3

Week of the War Sees Russian Fleet Northward Amid Uncertain Moves

The article tracks the Russian armada threading north through the China Sea after passing Malacca and Singapore, with Admiral Rojestvensky's fleet forming a unit. It notes possible routes toward the Tsushima Strait or the Philippine area, and mentions Japanese forces under Admiral Togo near Formosa, plus early land actions and internal unrest in Russia including land reform talk and strikes.

Togo China Sea Oge Strait of Malacca Singapore Dewa Lloyds Associated Press Torestyren- Sky Anambas Islands Saigon Philippine Islands Tsucaeu Straits Vindivostok Formosa Kelung Makung Pescadores Islands Rojestvensky Toxo Cruigzer

Doctors At Sea In Battle With Cerebrospinal Meningitis

A New York epidemic of cerebrospinal meningitis is described as a spreading, deadly bacterial disease. It causes deafness, blindness, paralysis, and chronic invalidity after recovery. Doctors seek methods to combat the outbreak as fear grows across the city and efforts emphasize cleanliness and air quality.

Togo Ilo Rojestvensky Pormasa Formos Japan New York York

Chicago Strike Persists Unsettled Amid City Mediation

Mayor Dunne failed to broker a settlement between teamsters and Montgomery Ward & Co. The garment workers strike remains non arbitratable per Martin I. Isaacs, Whole Sale Tailors Association. Strikers insist on arbitration linking to the strike’s root cause. Police guards protect Ward freight as clashes with strike sympathizers continue.

Dunne Teamsters Montgomery Ward & Co Martin I. Isaacs Wholesate Tailors’ Association Union Mena Federation of Labor Garment Workers Nursberas Ed Andantee Seriong

Ravages of Spotted Fever Alarm New York Health Board

Report shows a surge in cerebrospinal meningitis cases with 131 deaths in one week and 543 deaths over eight weeks. Health officials urge rapid investigation and possible remedies while noting non containment and spread to Chicago and the Midwest.

New York Health Department New York Board of Health Chicago Middle West

Growth of Christian Endeavor Movement Reaches Four Million Members

The Young People's Society for Christian Endeavor now reports about 65 527 societies with 1 919 600 members. Europe has around 560 societies and China Japan India Persia Syria Korea and Africa show expanding activity. Melbourne with 10 000 participants highlights Australian growth while Germany leads Europe in progress.

Christian Endeavor Organization Young People’s Society For Christian Endeavor Gr. F. E. Clark Europe China Japan India Jerusalem Persia Syria Korea Africa Australia Melbourne Germany

Various Global Turmoil and Domestic Legalities Reflected in News

The article surveys global and domestic tensions including debates on policy, executions, and leadership actions. It references Cuba, France, Spain, Japan, and Pennsylvania while noting political shifts, court rulings, and public discourse on imperial decline, internal connotations, and social progress.

Global Turmoil and War Threats Roil Early 20th Century News

Reports warn of a new revolution threat in Gustamain and months needed to reorganize the Russian army. Norway Sweden relations strain as Gen Rennenkampit loses three quarters of his force. Bubonic plague deaths in India total 511 since January 1. Russian plan to enforce compulsory education eyed. Thirty high officials condemned to death by revolutionists. Mexican mine owners seek tax relief. Colombia seeks to restore ties with the United States. Germany protests Turkey arms orders from French factories. Japanese loan of 150 million pounds concluded in London. Seismic shocks hit Saitilly and Moxies lasting about seven seconds. German Otto Schick patents a wheel to prevent tile begins rolling. Basian government ends compulsory Russian language teaching in Poland.

Gustemain Norway Sweden Rennenkampit India Germany Tarkey London Saitilly Moxies Otto Schick Aes Baasian Polam

Easter Bell Signals Newsroom Turmoil at Hotel Explosion

Miss Quinter defies gender norms in a crisis as an explosion at a hotel reshapes the city desk. Editor Hemans doubly stresses duties as reporter Mason warns of graphic scenes at the hospital while Quinter presses for the truth and a crucial confession before eight.

Birds Speak in Feathers and Feuds in Aesop Style Verse

An old verse fragment portrays birds debating fashion, church, and mercy in a mock council. Characters include the robin, sparrow, linnet, heron, oriole, kite, bittern, and others. A speaker named H. S. Keller echoes Easter requests and calls for punishment.

Voice of a Injured Woman in City Editor Interview

A wounded young woman, pinned by a beam, is cared for in a side hall while the city editor records her tale. She recalls a troubled marriage, cruelty, and lack of sympathy from her husband as she speaks through a curiously wrought silver key bag.

Hemans Sim

History of Easter date and calendar changes

The article traces the observance of Easter from early disputes through councils in 65 and 325, noting Rome's rule that Easter be the first Sunday after the 14th day of the Jewish month. It covers English adoption in 60, Gregorian reform resistance in 1582, and 1752 standardization to the first Sunday after the full moon on or after March 21, with adjustments if the full moon falls on a Sunday.

Etwee Nica England

Easter Tdeal Sparks Odd Local Exchange

Fragmentary notes describe a quirky Easter exchange involving a Mr. Ualdbrick Beany-Well and curious items as neighbors discuss playful speculation and imitation birds.

Mr. Ualdbrick Beany Tory

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