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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1899
Page
2
A collage of quips and vignettes touches on France, speed, a millionaire's stage, a death by own action, tornado beliefs, a long-serving official, luck and fortune, loaded guns, mule fattening, rug theft, and royal hints. The piece ends with a New York judge’s odd ruling about spanking a husband.
A Brooklyn figure of 1079 dollars is cited as the amount paid for spanking a neighbor's boy, described as steep but noted that many men might pay that much for such a privilege.
The sister of the Duke of Orleans, a cautious claimant to the French throne, has sold some of her artworks. It is noted with irony that her brother remains unsold, described as the most useless work of art in the family collection.
The passage notes Oliver Twist affirming hunger while nothing edible is near and foresees a time when nations will declare they have finished despoiling and have no seizable territory left to claim.
Britain declares reconquest of Sudan complete and notes two thirds of costs funded railroads and improvements. The government announces commercial doors are wide open to all nations in the name of humanitarian conquest.
The passage compares a bald eagle snagged by a petticoat to heroic feats, noting that even the bravest men have faced similar fates. It frames the incident as a humorous parallel to legendary courage and restraint.
The traditional June 21 is not always longest. This year June 19 and 20 were each longer by a minute than June 21. Byron cited in Don Juan is quoted about moonlight and mischief challenging the fixed dates of solstices.
Prof John son at Washing ton University St Louis says consumption diphtheria typhoid and scarlet fever stem from preventable infection. He cites more than 350000 deaths in the United States from ignorance indifference incompetence or all three and notes contagion from drying Expectorations in streets rail cars stores factories schools hotels and even legislative chambers.
The Chinese government shows enterprise in flood control with Li Hung Chang guiding engineers from Belgium. The proposal was sent to the grand council for six boards and nine discussions to determine its feasibility and execution.
A Chinese cabinet of 200 mandarins advised the Empress dowager to approve a river project. An appropriation of 1,000,000 taels was ordered with 600,000 from the general government and 400,000 from provincial governors. The plan mirrors the Mississippi River commission, calling for a dredged main channel and dikes along the banks.
Statistics show 92 percent of Illinois State Reformatory boys aged ten to fifteen were cigarette smokers at intake and 85 percent were called cigarette fiends by the court. The figures suggest the habit aids criminal development more than alcohol and other factors, with tobacco use tied to moral decline and health weakening.
In a nostalgic meditation the author recalls how annual singing games at dusk revive childhood vividly. Adults hear familiar rhymes and memory returns, turning Time backward for one night as voices drift through open windows and lull the day’s grown worries.
The article notes men and women adopt turned-in toes due to golf. It links heavy boots and peg-top trousers with the trend and contends driving and swinging in golf causes inward feet. It claims the fad spreads as people imitate golfers despite its ugliness and senselessness.
Among the Maoris golf has become a favorite game and they pick up the sport quickly. They travel far to watch matches and drive long balls. The Maori women also compete in a championship, rivaling white players.
A reflective aphorism notes that equality at birth contrasts with social and moral disparities that emerge as individuals pursue power status or advantage. It suggests inherent sameness fades under competitive pressures and unequal opportunities.
California unions seek Governor Gage to appoint A. J. Reed as labor commissioner. Fruit inspectors condemn 600 boxes of pears and 400 boxes of apples from Sacramento for codlin moth. Fresno moves to abolish nickel in slot machines amid broader prohibition debate. Phylloxera threatens Washinon vineyards prompting immediate replanting. Ensign Coleman of the Iowa nearly commits suicide after a court-martial call. A Stockton man pitches vacuum car for green fruit transport to cut ice costs, amid trust fears. Coastal crime wave notes daylight robberies and practical protection tips. San Jose hosts Rev. Dr. Kimura targeting Japanese residents. Philippines-bound First California volunteers receive a public reception with a charity auction led by Mayor Phelan and notable bids from Mrs. Townsend and others. Auction proceeds bolster veteran relief and Red Cross funding.
Enthusiasm runs high as Californians gather for a San Francisco reception linked to an auction sale of theater seats at the Orpheum. The event draws local interest and promotes attendance at the venue.
Victoria B C reports Count Festetics of Austria and his countess narrowly escaped death after photographing head hunting battles and cannibal feasts around Solomon Islands. Cannibals pursued the Tolna yacht for miles until the party fled with a favorable wind, according to the Miowara.
Doctors label alum a poison and urge state action to ban or warn about alum powders in foods. Minnesota Wisconsin DC already regulate use or labeling. Citizens are advised to avoid powders under twenty five cents per pound as likely alum while cream of tartar varieties cost more.
San Francisco plans a two day celebration after the California regiment arrives from the Philippines aboard the transport Sherman. A naval parade, electric light displays, a grand illumination, and a large public parade featuring civic and military groups are planned with the Governor and Mayor honoring the returning soldiers.
A miscellany of reports notes a boot and shoe trust forming while other items discuss Captain Dreyfus seeking genuine justice, Klondike fortunes and misfortunes, Yellow Jack in the U S, a Wakefield NY Bible theft, weak Canadian boundary claims, and a pointed question on the Czars sanity. Also covered are Cuban refugee efforts in Chattanooga, a horse shipment dying en route to Billings, a Pittsburgh auto-car firm seeking charter, and Mormon anti-propaganda issues in Kentucky with mob violence against elders.
Covelo blacksmith shop owner Covelo Frank Layton was inspecting the Round Valley Indian reservation when he was attacked by a group of Indians. He escaped to the brush as shots rang out. Wahmooh the medicine man is blamed for the assault and fled with his band to the Trinity Hills. Civil authorities await government action before intervening in the reservation incident.
At the county hospital a clinic will examine Julius Mattas of 513 West Eighteenth Street to determine if his continuous laughter stems from a joke book binge or something he swallowed. The laborer has been laughing uncontrollably, shocking his family after a half hour of nonstop mirth.
Mattas grew alarmed and sent for neighbors. In the early hour he lay unconscious yet laughing, leaving attendants perplexed by the odd scene and surprised by the reaction of those around him.
In Canton Ohio a farm laborer Edward Eckinger, 25, his wife 23, and their three year old daughter were found dead three miles east of the city. Mrs Eckinger shot first her husband and child with a shotgun then attempted suicide by cutting her wrists and finally shot herself in the heart. Neighbors discovered the bodies in the Eckinger home.
A Chicago Chronicle dispatch from El Paso, Texas reports Montezuma officials say Gen. Torres executed forty prisoners captured in a three week old engagement after learning his nephew was killed by Yaquis. Official counts claimed sixty Indians dead, hides the prisoners among battle casualties.
Washington reports 138,253,923 in total pension disbursements with a treasury balance of 1,857,188 from a 140 million appropriation. On June 30 the pension roll held 991,519 names, down 2,195. 40,991 added and 43,186 dropped. Spain war claims total 16,980 with 295 allowed.
In Arapahoe Nebraska workmen uncover a double tragedy in a high school room. James Bloodworth 21 lies dead with a revolver while Grace Cooper 15 lies unconscious and dies soon after. A joint note claims self inflicted death due to their love affair opposed by Cooper's parents.
Alameda county jury awards Rasmus Larsen $1500 for a Melrose home wrecking caused by an explosion blamed on a murderous Chinese. First such case in the state, with the appeal to the supreme court expected to set future precedents. Thirty-two similar suits to be filed soon.
Mrs. E. C. Dunn of Fresno was discovered dead in bed at the Grand Hotel. Autopsy pending. no signs of self harm. She appeared intoxicated, asked the clerk to wake her at 7, a half-filled flask and towel on the door indicated her condition. The body was moved from the morgue to a private undertaking establishment at request.
One of the largest coin shipments to the city has arrived in carload lots totaling $5,000,000. The money was sent from the Carson mint to the United States sub treasury for storage, placed in 5000 bags of $1000 each. Coined in 1890, it has since been kept in vaults.
Fairhaven Washington saw a record salmon catch one day last week at the Pacific American Fisheries cannery. A total of 136000 fish were received in a single morning with more than 80000 identified as sockeyes.
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