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Newspaper
Kingman Star
Location
Kingman, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1907
Page
3
Attorney General Bingham spoke at Anderson as the Reipal orator about railroad fare laws in Indiana and Ohio. He argued that persistent fare disparities and cross border tickets justify renewed calls for federal control to provide direct relief, warning against excessive local distrust of federal power.
Two three story brick structures in Indianapolis wholesale district collapsed early Sunday, causing $220000 in losses and a large fire. Had the fall happened on a weekday business hours, many lives could have been lost. Major losses were Daniel Stewart Drug and Glass Co, Martha Stewart building, Brunswick Balke Collender Billiard Co, and Sleary C Ball estate building.
In Marion Indiana Samuel Wiley let Thomas Lilsworth stay three days at his home without paying board amid suspicions of a stolen watch. Lilsworth, 70, was tried and acquitted. Judge Williams advised the Wileys to call the police if they could not eject an intruder.
Physicians report Mrs. Otto Lawless of Columbus is in danger of blood poisoning after attempting to spank her unruly son Geo. The boy retaliated with a pencil, injuring his mother in the scalp as the lead point dug in and caused a deep wash.
A stranger in a white horse drove to the Kaplan home in Evansville at noon and lured three children aged 6 8 and 10 into a buggy, taking them away while the parents watched. The woman and vehicle are unnamed and authorities seek clues to their fate.
Warden Reid of an Indiana prison is reported seriously ill at a New York resort with Dright's disease. Physicians say mental strain from officiating at thirteen hangings since taking office caused the illness. He has been granted indefinite leave by Gov Hang. Horace V. Birdsell wins case to overturn a judgment of unsound mind against Frank Funk, with judge ruling Funk never was insane.
In Claypool, Robert Newby broke his arm during a Sunday game. A child's body was found in the St Joseph river at South Bend as police probe the death. John Allison a Richland safe blower tied to Mo line Illinois faces possible parole after recapture, home in South Bend. Herman Gustin a 20 year old cartoonist drowned in an abandoned quarry near Anderson. William Reagin 20 from Vandalia fell from a Terre Haute bridge after inviting Rollo Apple to jump. Apple refused and Reagin vanished.
Legal notes discuss the re enacted spite fence statute and private nuisance rules, six month lien limits for horse shoeing, and homestead exemptions. Questions cover collecting on a husband’s debt via wife’s property, and guidance to consult a local lawyer on final proof and possible $1.25 per acre payments.
Technical World Magazine describes India as suffering vast losses from poisonous snakes with 25,837 deaths among men women and children last year plus about 66,000 cattle killed and 4,500 by wild animals. It notes cobra as dominant killer and cites district head taxes and 762,221 snakes destroyed earning nearly 50,000 rupees in rewards. Bengals leads in fatalities and snake destruction.
The government estimate for 1907 grain yields values wheat corn oats rye and barley at 2.458 billion dollars with a slight drop in total bushels from last year but higher prices offsetting the loss. Winter and spring wheat totals reach over 617 million bushels valued at 569.9 million dollars. Corn yields are forecast at 2.517 billion bushels, oats at 919.6 million, with prices lifting sentiment among farmers nationwide Benton.
The article extols the northern Atlantic spring as the most alluring season marking the germination of life. It describes the fading lupins, budding laurels, warming air, flowing rivers, and the world awakening with promise, while noting lingering cold nights and shifting moods before summer is fully formed.
Senator Allison of Iowa seeks another term amid age rumors. William Jennings Bryan speaks on equal rights and limited government, endorsing Jefferson’s principle. Senator Knox argues Congress limits on commerce power, cites Beveridge child labor debate, and praises states’ rights. Bryan praises Oklahoma constitution and urges “Let the people rule” as a campaign motto.
The article discusses natural swallowing mechanisms in fish and snakes with double hinged jaws. It notes a Southern woman's patent handbag based on similar principles but cautions that large items from luggage cannot fit into a handbag. It mentions practical use during travel for small articles.
The bag is designed to avoid blind rummaging. A double hinge lets it open widely so contents are visible from all sides. Users can instantly reach any part of the interior without unpacking.
A familiar friend quips on the mystery of a family title as Mr. Comrox admits few know all about a son-in-law until a court divorce case surfaces, signaling hidden details in domestic affairs.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes a famous pitcher courting his old rival’s sister and forecasts the outcome as a tie. The exchange plays on the clash of past rivalry and romance.
A Detroit Free Press remark jokes about a local habit of women doing the wooing, suggesting a place in India is not required. The quip hints at social courting norms in the city, reflecting period attitudes.
General conditions indicate commerce at unprecedented volume with confidence intact. Daily bank payments average near 50 million dollars, production near capacity, weather boosting distribution, and summer goods rapidly reducing stocks. Building activity remains high and raw material costs stay elevated. Failures in Chicago district fall vs 1906, with 151 debts over 5,000.
Continued favorable weather boosts crop development and light summer goods trade while reorder business strengthens. Weekly market collections improve across many markets as manufacturers and wholesalers eye future price trends. Business failures in the week ending July 4 numbered 135, compared with 150 the prior week and historical weeks.
A regional price survey lists Chicago Indianapolis St Louis Cincinnati Detroit Milwaukee Buffalo New York and Toledo markets. Cattle hogs sheep and various grains including wheat corn oats rye and clover seed with bid ranges and quality notes. Prices show wide variance by city and product.
Carnegie Museum director W J Holland reports that cave bones from Holidaysburg Pennsylvania belong to a colossal bear dating about 20 000 years ago. Small bones are mammoth offspring remains and other extinct creatures were found. another cave near Greensburg Pennsylvania is to be dynamited.
Kansas penitentiary twine plant to shut down temporarily due to wheat crop shortage. Surplus twine stored there. Two golfers and their caddies were struck by lightning at East Liverpool Ohio while holding umbrellas. Viscount Hayashi Japanese foreign minister dismissed recall rumor of Ambassador Aoki from Washington as unfounded.
The Weekly Historian lists major events with dates and brief notes. Entries include battles, political milestones, explorations, technological advances, and notable appointments across centuries, naming places such as Boston Alaska and New York alongside figures like Washington Porter and Garfield.
Striking New York ice wagon drivers resume service after failing to win higher wages and union recognition. The American Ice Trust says the strike was orchestrated by union leaders and lacked support from rank and file, with funds running low and new workers filling posts.
Foreign diplomats in Guatemala City have joined in a protest against President Cabrera after 160 prominent citizens were arrested and slated for trial amid ongoing preparations for war and a prevailing state of chaos.
Pennsylvania enforces a new law on wholesale and retail milk receptacles with heavy penalties for violations. Philadelphia Milk Exchange dealers previously used a 40 quart can that held 46.14 quarts and a quart bottle short of a true quart in sales to the public. Glass factories and can makers profit by supplying legal containers.
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