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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1901
Page
2
News notes excitement among pearl hunters after John Emery found a round lusterous pearl in the Mississippi adjacent to Taylor's Falls Minnesota valued at least two thousand dollars. Also reports typhoid and diphtheria outbreaks in Belfast with rising hospital cases and calls for more doctors and nurses.
Lud Madison, who was to be hanged in Parkersburg West Virginia for murder, has been respited for sixty days by Guy White. Madison argues he has already been executed and cannot be hanged twice for the same offense. His lawyers cite court records errors and plan to appeal to the U S Supreme Court.
At a Magnolian Lodge meeting in Sharpsburg Maryland resolutions denounced United States Senator Wellington a member for remarks about the assassin of President McKinley. The lodge demanded his expulsion from the Knights of Pythias Mountain City Lodge in Frederick Md passed similar resolutions. A separate report tells of Mrs Theodore Prin escaping a gun attack by her insane husband while protected by her three month old baby and four year old daughter in the Bronx New York.
A Daily News reader shares a dilemma about passing off a Beauvais tapestry imitation as genuine. She recalls a neighbor’s praise, fears embarrassment, and contemplates whether to correct or withhold the truth while a charity loan exhibit pressures for her prized piece.
Tailor describes a medium length coat of blue broadcloth with black braid embroidery, an afternoon gown of pearl gray cashmere with narrow blue velvet bands and an ecru lace collar. The remark notes riches can buy a man a lot of trouble.
The Daily News notes ornate bridal attendance with young train bearers in empire ivory gowns, white silk veils, and mauve sashes at St George's Hanover Square. Nine bridesmaids wore white lace and pink rose petals, with gowns laced in pink corsage garlands, rose petal hats, and floral crown accents.
Household hints discuss reusing starch by boiling Defiance starch and letting cold water starch settle for reuse. It mentions carbolic acid in water for wiping flour and woodwork to deter fleas. Notes on wallpapers, prints, engravings, and furniture finishes describe a dining room with orange distemper walls and orange velveteen bentags, mahogany furniture.
The piece recounts Mayor Tom Johnson of Cleveland urging state officials to value railroad and corporate property fairly to relieve taxpayers. He urges audit, calls out public boards, explains the need to sustain equity across counties, and warns of court action if duties aren’t fulfilled. He frames reform as necessary for householders and farmers against undervaluation by rail interests.
An AP article notes concern over reciprocity as a form of free trade, warning that the National Association of Manufacturers may misjudge the issue. It says manufacturers, pressed by business duties, have little time for statesmanship debates and may rely on the Inquirer for guidance, risking poor decisions this fall.
A Republican weekly praises William Jennings Bryan while noting how party rancor faded after a crucial national election. The Fort Lupton Colorado Register editor recalls a interview with Bryan and describes him as a man greater than his party with lofty ideals and magnetic leadership.
At the Populist gathering in Lancaster County Nebraska Lincoln states bryan condemns violence linked to Buffalo events. He praises Fusion conventions for denouncing the act and urges lawful means to redress wrongs, calling for a government responsive to the people.
Perry Heath has steered numerous appointments for Senator Hanna, with many nominees now in federal custody. The combined influence of Heath and Hanna appears aimed at shielding these picks, including Indiana connections and spots reaching to Havana and Nogales. A hidden campaign saga lurks behind these alleged patronage maneuvers.
The article argues Russia faced little European opposition in annexing Manchuria, gaining Pacific access beneath the ice line, while the United States only regains troops and a nominal indemnity. It also notes Cuban courts, lawyers, and the War Department target Neely and Rathbone, with the Attorney General involved.
Dr Benjamin Bison notes lemon juices may aid remedies for nasal relief. A mix of one part juice to three or four parts water is used as insufflation after clearing nostrils by blowing. In emergencies undiluted juice has been used, though not advised for ordinary cases. The author offers no credit for the method and claims to have adopted it years ago.
Walter Baker and Co of Dorchester Mass have spent years perfecting their cocoa and chocolate preparation. They developed machinery and methods claimed to preserve purity, palatability, and nutrient character, earning praise from medical practitioners, nurses, and household caterers worldwide.
A Turk believes the day begins at sunset and fixes clocks to 12 at that moment. He notes the sun governs daily reckonings in Turkey as in other places, making daily clock setting essential. A watch that runs weeks without error would have little value to a Turk.
The proposal to stock Maine woods with game from Wyoming or the western states draws attention from Maine guides hunters and residents alike. No official word has been given yet but it is likely a bill will be introduced at the next legislative session.
The trend of going bareheaded among youths along the Atlantic coast waned this summer after three summers of practice. Only two original Newport participants remain active, their deeply tanned faces making them noticeable.
The article notes Nordenskjold’s lineage includes several crowned heads among ancestors. It mentions his grandfather and great-grandfather plus three earlier forebears as prominent in the army, and royal blood via his mother, Nansen, with a claim of royal connection in the family line.
Chicago obituary recalls Charles A Spring Jr philanthropist of rare modesty who gave about eighty thousand dollars to the Illinois Manual Training School and remained unobtrusive. An unrelated Lancashire Cotton Industry note contrasts ten years ago to current raw bale needs showing rapid growth.
A Boston Herald observation notes a colored city church introducing a new religion with public "initiation" by the congregation. It discusses the method's strengths and weaknesses as part of its texture.
Avon Hedin, the explorer, reached Chalkhill in the heart of China last April without hearing of the troubles in the eastern empire. He found the Chinese polite and obliging.
An old style ad touts Potuis for women defiance starch as the best cold water starch. It claims sixteen ounce packages cost ten cents, guarantee refunds if not satisfied, and ads its fabric protection, gloss, and safe use for delicate weaves. Sold by grocers via Magloette March Co in Omaha, Nebraska.
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