13 Jul 1905
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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1905
Page
1
A bold mythic figure Storm-The King commands winds rains and storm power. It summons an eastward Armada to redden the coast with blood and drag trees by the hair as battles rage across island shores and seas. Poetic praise follows Saxon poets praising Storm-The King.
In this fragmented scene, Eliza Soliday hounds William over finances to outfit daughter Elise for social rounds. William, a frugal clerk, cites a hard winter and overdue accounts, while Eliza resents his thrift and envies cousin Charles’s higher earnings. The piece recalls shared memories and pressures of status within a late 19th or early 20th century family.
Mrs Soliday faces public scandal as news of Charles Soliday's arrest shocks the household. William consoles Eliza while discussing a fifty dollar payment on an old account, easing tension with a plan for modest sustenance and new clothes for their daughter Elise. The Soliday home weighs pride, duty, and forgiveness amid social scrutiny.
A London Sphere correspondent describes autumn and early winter hunts among the Kirghese in Southwest Siberia where eagles, heavy enough to bear a wooden support, swoop on foxes. The writer notes a bird killing seventeen foxes in six weeks and confirms witnessing the sport firsthand.
A reflective piece contrasts a city girl’s fond wish to wed a farmer with the harsher realities of rural life. It sketches a sequence of misfortunes as she meanders through wood shortages, wet grass, torn attire, and a demanding farm landscape, ending with a return home framed by hardship.
President Roosevelt plans to involve Attorney General Moody in renewing the Secret Service report and evidence from Secretary James Wilson of the Agriculture Department. Secretions over Cotton Association accusations prompt Cheatham to report to Atlanta. Wilson defends actions and refuses to retract statements linking Cotton Price to leaks.
Manila cable reports a half formed plot to kill officers of the Russian cruiser Aurora, interned here. Rear Admiral Reiter orders Monadnock to anchor near Aurora and move merchant ships away. Russian officers think ringleaders are known but await developments before acting. Mutiny seems unlikely as gun breech locks are removed and ammunition locked and sealed. American guards on board are possible but unlikely unless disaffection grows.
A major Nashville wholesale grocery house Phillips Webb & Co was consumed by fire causing an estimated loss of 150000 dollars. Fireman George Rogers was badly injured after falling four stories through an elevator shaft. It marks Nashville’s third serious fire of the day with total losses mounting.
In view of 20 neighbors, John M. Crane drove his wife from their home and shot her four times in the back, killing her. Mrs. Crane had filed a divorce suit last April alleging fraud and coercion.
Field Marshal Lord Roberts told the House of Lords Britain’s armed forces are unfit for war and urged a universal training system. In London he praised West Point as the finest military college. A British squadron sailed to Brest for naval festivities while a diver effort failed to raise the sunken Farfodet off Bizerta. Ambassa dor Reid hosted Seventh New York riflemen at Dorchester House. The Labrador fishery suffered from ice floes, and Paris reported the death of Grayon-Lits director George Naglemackers. Norway’s throne was offered to Prince Karl of Denmark, while the International Socialist Congress opened at Constance amid government bans. Adolphus of Sweden received enthusiastic support.
In Harrisburg Pennsylvania a rock powder blast intended for a new freight line exploded engulfing workers. Eight men died and two were injured including two slaves named workers from Harrisburg and Buffalo. A boy and others were hurled by the blast as debris spread over the scene.
Russia and Japan clash over Sakhalin as the island’s flag is raised on Russian soil. Japanese leverage from Sakhalin sparks debate on peace terms, indemnities, and potential shifts at Washington talks. Muravieff's Rome mission adds to diplomatic tension while Novoe Vremya critiques his Hague performance.
In Paris the American naval death ceremony drew vast crowds as 500 sailors and 25 officers paraded from Cherbourg to the Invalides. French and American forces paid military honors while crowds cheered "Vive Les Americains" and "Stare Spangled Banner" echoed along the route. A mortuary chapel at the rail station held the body before transport to Cherbourg.
J A Spekenhier was named receiver after banker John Bowman killed himself. The bank faced liabilities over 100000 while assets were much lower, with only 1900 in cash found. Investigators noted Bowman's control of affairs and said the death prompted the receivership. exact motive remained unclear.
Washington special. China asks to be represented at the Washington conference citing vital interest but faces resistance. Russia leans toward the suggestion while Japan refuses. Japan has pledged Manchuria’s return to China and argues it can enforce this without Chinese participation, noting China’s prior weakness in Manchuria.
The Japanese Emperor addresses the peace plenipotentiaries, stating that the United States President urged the two governments to appoint plenipotentiaries to negotiate a durable peace after a year of war with Russia. He says Japan accepts the U.S. suggestion and charges the envoys to pursue termination of hostilities and a lasting settlement.
Nine people were injured at the Fort and Hastings streets crossing when a Trumbull avenue trolley crashed into a wagon carrying visitors from Belle Isle Park. One man, Joseph Schwartz of Toledo, died from his injuries after failing to hear the approaching car. The wagon, with three improvised seats, was shattered.
Tribune reports 59 deaths and 3,169 injured so far on the Fourth of July, up from 52 deaths and 3,040 injured at the same hour last year. Correspondents tally the ongoing total across the city.
The engagement of Paul Nash, the American consul in Venice, to Baroness Ina Magneri of Piedmont is announced. The Baroness, a member of high society, is currently residing in Venice.
In a quarterly bulletin the New York state department of labor notes the disastrous effect of recent strikes on labor organizations that prosecute them. It cites the failure of the rapid transit strike in New York as a key example of strain on unions and their bodies.
Sixty thousand dollars in United States bonds deposited for safekeeping by private parties disappeared from the defunct Commercial Bank in Hagerstown Indiana. The loss was found during a routine safe contents examination. John Bowman, cashier of the bank, died by his own hand on July 3 and the bank doors have been closed.
In May Union Pacific profits rose by 114,669 dollars and Southern Pacific profits grew by 364,969 dollars as granger railroad shares edged higher. A Chicago reporter quoted Tom Lawson saying he is seeking a buyout or settlement for Standard Oil, with timing uncertain and the railroad climate ebullient despite wet wheat states.
Harry Nowak, fatally wounded by a pistol in a bizarre accident at Ferr Castleton, remains at St. Vincent Hospital West Brighton. Doctors report the bullet pierced the heart, lodged near the left chest, with X rays confirming the entry. Surgeons from several areas examine him. recovery is possible.
New York Special Grand Jury sworn in by Judge Foster of the Court of General Sessions will consider possible wrongdoing at Equitable Life Assurance Society. The panel may be asked to return indictments against directors as the judge notes.
Odessa reports 67 mutiny leaders aboard the Georgi Pobiedonosteff have been imprisoned at Kertch in Crimea with likely execution. Reports say 45 rebels who declined oath renewal have been shot already. Peoria special mentions Nelie Koobs of Pekin Illinois, a nurse at Bartonville Asylum, in a deep ongoing sleep.
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