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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1910
Page
4
The itemized column surveys odd notes from Missouri and beyond, mentioning a state school for poets, civic questions about sidewalks and spitting, local business woes, and reflections on social mores. It sketches a stream of quirky observations, pointed humor, and brief opinions from a late 19th or early 20th century periodical.
A fragmentary item notes extraordinary natural displays after the Etna eruption. It mentions a powerful hurricane in the South Seas and unusual solar activity. Bermuda observers report striking northern lights, while many expect mention of Haltey’s visit.
Washington May 3 Richard A Ballinger secretary of the interior charged with contradictions before the Halinger Pinchot investigating committee denied misrepresenting to Taft the reclamation service's recommendation to restore water power sites. He said his hands were tied and he would like Newell replaced, while asserting no hostility to the policy. He dismissed claims of a black tent affair and said there was no truth to directing Perkins to take no action reflecting on him.
Washington May 2 A formal protest against confirming Charles E Hughes as Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court was led with the Senate Judiciary Committee today by the American Anti Trust League. The protest argues Hughes mind is friendly to the aims of those leading trust conspiracies against the people.
In San Francisco on a Friday night Tommy McCarthy died in a bout with Owen Moras, sparking church and civic groups to oppose the Jeffries Johnson clash and existing state fight laws. A separate Brussels report notes a 40 cent tax on every wife over the first under Congo reforms opening July 1 to free trade.
William A. Purcell of Jersey City advertises in New York that he will give 1,060 trading stamps to each marrying couple between now and July 1. The notice urges couples to consider the offer as a wedding promotion linked to his rights as a Justice of the Peace.
John Quincy Adsman Ward, a renowned American sculptor in his eightieth year, died at his New York home after a three month illness. He had long been regarded as a leading figure in American sculpture.
Boston May 2 Speaker Cannon defended the present rules of the house of representatives at a Middlesex club address honoring General Great’s birth anniversary. He warned against letting a minority dictate regulation for special interests and cited Thomas B Reed on loud minorities as the voice of the people. He traced rules to 120 years of development and drew parallels to attacks on Grant and the current administration.
In a single raid, Frank Maler of Morrison Miter is seized by government detectives. Joseph Becker, tied to T. Marian in the Lincoln Trust building, Jersey City, is also arrested. Officials say the arrests cut off bucketshop access to New York Stock Exchange quotations nationwide.
Official dispatches report Kachenik Pasa captured after heavy fighting between Turkish troops and Albanian rebels. Rail line damaged but repaired with rocks. Foes’ losses not yet tallied. Authorities expect morale boost for Turks and plan reinforcements to quell Albanian resistance. Catholic Albanians align with insurgent factions. Hakki Bey appeals to the pope for intervention.
Boston on May 2 reports a milk shortage as producers halt three fifths of the regular supply to contractors after Governor Draper failed to settle the dispute by arbitration. Governors aims to mediate but contractors refuse arbitration over alleged unfair price increases to consumers.
Kingston Jamaica May 2 Lord Alexis ex president of Hayti died there after a brief illness His health had been broken by experiences of the last year and a half since he was deposed and exiled A refugee since the 1908 revolution he owned considerable property in Kingston His age was estimated at ninety to one hundred years
In Allegan Michigan on May 2 flags on principal buildings were lowered in honor of the 102nd birthday of Mrs Hannah Melutosi Cady upon the announcement of her death the same day.
Chicago May 2 A sensational bribery tale surfaces as Representative Charles A White confesses to State's Attorney Wayman that he took 1000 for voting for Lorimer. He accuses Democrats Lee O Neill Browne and Robert E Wilson of paying him part of a slush fund to influence the United States senate vote. Grand juries in Cook and Sangamon counties prepare to investigate the alleged scheme and payments ranging from 1000 to 3200 are cited along with a 3900 addition White claims receiving.
Tension mounts as charges against Lorimer threaten his Senate seat with bribery accusations. White’s confession looms, with State's Attorney Burke seeking grand jury testimony in Springfield. Labor leaders had suspected a planned exposure of backroom deals and election methods tied to Lorimer’s election.
Governor Deneen and Attorney General Stead conferred over the bribery charge in the Illinois General Assembly. They agreed the initiative for action lies with local state’s attorneys, with the attorney general ready to assist Cook and Sangamon counties, and no special session planned.
Hundreds of delegates from about three million American farmers gathered in St Louis on May 2 for a multi-day Farmers Union convention. The meeting, backed by several agricultural groups including the American Society of Equity, aims to press reform legislation in Congress, notably a law to curb futures gambling on farm produce. C S Barrett, president, urged consolidated farmer leadership and noted growing recognition by lawmakers. The program features national figures and local entertainments around St Louis.
Washington marks the twelfth anniversary of Manila Bay's battle as Admiral Dewey and about twenty officers attend a Raleigh hotel dinner. A silent toast honors Captain Gridley, former commander of the Olympia, who has been dead for years.
Louisville May 2 George J Tedmond a well known business man connected with the printing interests fired three shots at his thirty year old son Edmond Redmond killing him instantly. The son had displeased his father with extravagant habits and failure to hold a job, and was ordered to stay away from the family home.
Maj. Gen. J. P. S. Gobin, retired Pennsylvania national guard leader and former commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, died in Lebanon at age 73 after a long illness. Death was due to paralysis.
Long Island, New York reports a distinct earthquake shock beginning at 3 p.m. with continuous tremors felt at multiple points across the area.
In Kansas City Star prose, Stra complains the church pews are crowded and struggles to reach a speaker. A hostess notes the dust on a Gobelin tapestry as they discuss sermons and a preacher’s manners and robes amid parishioner traffic.
A Findlay Ohio resident credits Doan's Kidney Pills with curing years of kidney trouble. She reports back pain and weakness disappeared after using the product, and she has remained symptom free for three years. Sold nationwide by dealers at 59 cents a box from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
Mrs Wise questions the popularity of the pew millionaire who cannot express himself, while Mr Wise notes he can pay the freight. The exchange highlights contrasting views on merit versus wealth in public regard.
A Philadelphia physician recalls a humorous exchange with the late Bishop Foss. He mentions asking about sleep talking and the bishop responding that he does yet talk in his sleep. The anecdote showcases a light, men‑of‑the‑cloth moment from a medical exam.
A Skeptician ponders the idea of a skeptic and explains it as a man who will not eat chicken salad because he believes it is sinful to butcher calves. The exchange highlights humorous, moralizing views on food and animals.
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