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Newspaper
Iuka Vidette
Location
Iuka, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1912
Page
6
A small town scene at Ames station features an elderly woman puzzled by railway fare to Greensburg. The agent explains regular and down grade rates causing lighthearted confusion as she opts to wait for her train. Youth's Companion noted.
An old newspaper passage argues Mecca as a religious center drawing Muslims under the Turkish caliph and Sultan’s influence. It notes the harsh stance toward non Muslims in Mecca and claims a seventh of the world’s population participates in the pilgrimage, framing Mecca as a unifying force for Muslims globally.
The London Express recounts Tristan Bernard in a witty exchange about peace at any price and a street altercation on the Champs Élysées. He quips on handling a taxicab collision with humor, noting limited space for extra vehicles and commenting on the notion of peace amidst street mishaps.
The article surveys odd tobacco practices over four centuries, noting the Neg- Mites of the Philippines as cigar smokers who hold lit ends in their mouths, and the Hottontot of Africa ready to sacrifice for tobacco, including a Patago wing smoke swallowing method described as drugged ecstasy when one lies on a chair.
A provincial manager balks at staging a new drama saying there is nothing in it while a young producer vows to push ahead. The mayor allegedly threatens to intervene to stop the production leaving the town divided over artistic risk and public standards.
Reported uproar in Berlin over actions of Roebrig a famed stylist alleged to orchestrate hair collection from a noted statesman and his associates. The scene involves a valet and a controversial display tied to last eight years of the politician's public life, with buyers and transfers noted in the fragmentary account.
Col Roosevelt replies from New York offices to La Follette and seven Republican governors, saying he will accept the nomination for president if tendered and will adhere to the convention’s decision. He stresses the selection should reflect the will of the people and the public interest, not personal or local preferences.
Veterans of the Confederacy will not march the long distance at the next reunion. They will be granted grandstand seating while the parade proceeds. The lineup includes state militia Sons of Veterans and citizens groups. Maids sponsors and matron will be seated with veterans in gray.
Amid Italian bombardment that leveled Tolet and killed sixty, anti Christian sentiment surges. Turks’ declarations inflame native followers, raising fear of a broader massacre while calls for international intervention grow louder.
A deadly tornado struck Northeast and Central Arkansas late Sunday causing extensive damage. In Pine Bluff region towns Sweden Swan Lake and Tarry reported multiple fatalities with nine killed near Sweden Swan Lake, one dead and two gravely injured near Tarry, and overall damage estimated at about 100000 dollars. Firemen battled blazes as alarms sounded and dozens injured were rushed to hospitals.
Frank B. Kellogg of St Paul was retained by Waters Pierce Oil Co for the fight against Standard Oil in a bid to control Waters Pierce. The Waters Pierce interests responded to Standard Oil’s mandamus suit alleging attempts to gain control in violation of a U S Supreme Court decree. Kellogg had previously served as United States attorney in the suit against Standard Oil.
Omek district report details a dramatic cold spell with numerous fatalities. Omsk records thirty-one deaths while Koktopatavak notes thirty-two and Petrapavalaal lists one hundred five fatalities.
Chicago banks, national and state, posted best figures in history as deposits surged to 61.6 billion. The report highlights robust growth across institutions, signaling strong liquidity and confidence in the city’s financial sector.
Kenneth Wallace, the young son of Mr and Mrs Chester Wallace of Padural Kentucky, fell into a boiling pot of soap. He was badly scalded and died eight days later after the accident occurred when his mother turned away briefly.
Winifred Ankers a 24 year old hospital kitchen worker confessed to poisoning oxalic acid into babies milk at the Brooklyn Nursery and Infants Hospital eight infant deaths under investigation since autopsies indicated poisoning. She claimed anger over pay and nurses and said she did not intend to kill, only to sicken the infants to cause trouble for the nurses.
A fierce norther fueled a massive blaze in Houston destroying a mile long path through the Fifth Ward. Nearly 60 000 bales of cotton and two large compresses burned, with hundreds unemployed and many destitute residents. A seven month old suffering from cerebrospinal meningitis was rescued by his mother who carried him to safety across railroad tracks.
Washington report states Colombia rejected its minister Gen. Osping's action and sent an invitation through Armerican Minister Dubois for Secretary Knox to visit Cartagena on his current voyage. Knox, aboard the Washington, will decide whether to alter his itinerary. The foreign affair row is viewed as a disagreeable incident.
A report states that Bryan will not participate in rowing in Denver and that the speed setting previously mentioned is settled, ending speculation about any pro money inducement.
Colombia recalls Minister Bagot amid a dispute with the United States over Secretary Knox's planned visit. The government says Colombia cannot uphold the minister's position on Panama arbitration as claims remain undecided.
Philadelphia report alleges a smuggling scheme to defraud the public, with four stockholders of the International Tanker and Development Company seeking a receiver. The Delaware-chartered firm, capitalized at 4.1 million, was created to develop timber and agricultural funds in Mesivu.
In a Snood trial over possession of four cents, two women Ming Mary Lang and Mrs. Georgia Husth clashed in a heated pin duel for ten minutes. Sheriff separated them, order restored, both left with minor injuries and no serious harm reported.
F Ryerson, a street car conductor, testified that Mabel Schoffeld rode with him near the Des Moines river the day before her body was found. He recalled ten years earlier Charles Thomas had received a fire sentence for her murder, but Ryerson said he was new to Don Maines’s area and avoided involvement.
In a historic but vague account two Civil War era colonels, Joni B. Stone of Confederate Kansas City and Benold Scott of Union Warrensburg, meet in a trench outpost at Blakestey Alaska, arranged to take place at a future gathering. Scott bears news of a Thursday day while Stone resides in Kanwae City. Jayven’s birthday anniversary marks the surrounding context.
Delegates from Alabama Arkansas Florida Georgia Kentucky Louisiana Maryland Mississippi Missouri North Carolina Oklahoma South Carolina Tennessee Texas Virginia and West Virginia formed the South Settlement and Development Organization in Baltimore. Davies Warfield is chairman Eli Frank secretary. The group plans branch offices and educational work to recruit immigrants, with state supervision and private business leadership, to aid farm labor and transport, urging federal support to parity with northern ports. More than fifty rail and steamship companies participated.
W A Jaudon longtime Confederate purchasing agent died at his Savannah home. In 1864 he went to Europe to buy supplies for the Southern army and arranged purchases in Liverpool to evade the blockade. He stayed abroad until hearing of the Confederacy’s fall.
Washington reports indicate widespread unrest in Mexico with rebels controlling several cities and towns. Protests by Americans grow as robber bands operate freely, raising fears of renewed civil strife unless factions unify.
A fierce snowstorm swept across the middle west on Wednesday with strong gales. Temperatures hovered 20 to 24 degrees above zero, hindering travel but reporting no major sufferings.
A heavy snowstorm moves across Kansas and western Missouri with strong winds, drifting snow, and mile high snowfalls in parts of Kansas. Rail traffic is impeded as towns in Oklahoma report heavy snowfall and forecasts anticipate more snow before morning. A Chicago firm pushes higher beef prices to Kansas officials amid a government trial, while a legal dispute unfolds over signatures and evidence in a case involving a dairy and beef department manager.
A short tale shows Dr. Aked and a friend hiking in Pas country when they read a tree sign forbidding trespass. A grim farmer declares trespassers will be prosecuted. Aked asks what they are and replies they are Presbyterians, then departs.
A mother's testimonial from 1910 describes severe baby eczema cured by Cuticura products. The letter says a dollar Resolvent, Cuticura Soap and Ointment cleared the child's head, restored hair, and avoided future outbreaks. It promotes free samples from Cuticura, Dept. I, Boston.
In Emanuel Hall market a young woman, deemed a new homewife, interrupts four market men debating Seminon butter to say she wants to buy three pounds. The butter and cheese stall keeper asks if she wants roll butter, she declines, saying she will eat it on toast.
A fragmentary snippet shows a boy named Tommy Tibbles at a coming out ball. The dialogue hints at a tense scene with a father’s return after a short weapon in the shed. The readable lines convey confusion and a strained family moment.
A partial dialogue shows Mr Cumrys questioning belief in hypnosis noting that every man fears someone who can keep a cook in the estimates. The readable text presents a distorted speech fragment without clear context or outcomes.
Fragmentary text describes a confrontation or critique at a central audience event. Incoherent phrases mention eating, calling, and flowery appearance being halted by the crowd. No definite names, places, or dates are discernible.
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