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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1901
Page
2
The Princess of Wales is 56 years old yet maintains social prestige that belies age. Russell Sage allegedly lost $50 to a plumber in a tale told with humor, while discussions of aristocratic circles mention a growler but hint no link to tin cans.
The report notes William remains unharmed after a recent hatchet incident, and no cherry tree connection is evident, despite sensational chatter. The line about a garden tree appears unfounded as details unfold.
The world already knows of enterprises run mainly on wind, not just air propulsion in Parisian omnibuses.
The article contrasts the Italian explorer Duke of the Abruzzi with Nansen noting Abruzzi advances farther north while Nansen wins praise from Norwegians for supporting his rival in the polar search.
A Pittsburg story profiles a local poultry grower who says a breed with asbestos-like feathers and fireproof eggs has been developed. The report suggests this may challenge the claim that Joe Mulhatton has retired, noting possible delays in publication of his previous efforts.
The author laments many modern curricula burdened with useless content and recalls thirty years ago when politeness was taught in and out of school. He notes reflections of civic courtesy such as a man offering his seat on a streetcar to a woman and contrasts it with current behavior.
The passage notes Count Boni de Castellane spending nearly 7 million dollars on bric-a-brac with Paris shops selling 100000 for a single purchase and 385000 for knickknacks. Much of this crockery was quickly sold at sacrifice after display, illustrating how wealth can be dissipated through lavish, impractical buys.
The New York automobile show featured a 40 year old steam road locomotive built by Richard Dudgeon of Locust Valley Long Island. It weighs 2 3 quarters tons and can reach forty miles per hour while delivering eight horsepower. Nearby stood the electric hydrant or electrant enabling electric vehicle users to draw power by dropping a quarter into a street corner slot.
A London society adopts a novel pledge to not serve as a crossing sweeper without salary. The move aims to curb the practice amid long skirts in streets, contrasting with European cities where crossing-sweeping remains paid work. The piece notes American women abandoning the trade and suggests fashion pressuring women to shorten skirts to avoid appearing underdressed.
A St Louis woman Mrs Frederick Hebner demonstrates burglar prevention by women facing intruders boldly rather than screaming for help. She notes many men fear women and suggests that burglars would rather avoid confrontation with a bold woman than be stopped by a man.
The text argues that punishing a criminal more severely if a woman in the house is harmed would deter burglars. It imagines women of a household tackling burglars could discourage burglars and reduce incidents, suggesting a shift in customary behavior among burglars and defenders alike.
The piece rebukes Dr Parkhurst for claiming newspapers exist only to make money, citing figures like Marcus Daly and Senator Clark as examples of patrons and journalists who emphasized ideals over profit. It notes New York and Chicago papers as endowed models and argues funding does not guarantee virtue or harm.
A collage of California items covers a San Francisco homicide where William Trewhella was killed by a partner, upcoming kidnapping law talk, port salaries in Los Angeles and San Diego, and Santa Monica's reorganization vote. Also reported: Riverside ex-administrator Frink’s arrest, Redlands bond election plans, Dawson mishaps in travelers tale, Echo Park boy killed by train, masked kidnapping attempt in Phoenix, Pasadena bond interest and redemption, Owl Drug Co. suit dismissed, San Bernardino grand jury on health officer Rene, Los Angeles franchise tensions, and Ygnacio Bilderain bribery case with CIA—er lawman Craig sting.
Prof L B R Briggs argues current education fails to educate as well as older methods when Latin grammar was memorized before translation. He cites crowded schools and uniform curricula, but notes progress. Kansas City now offers two high schools classical and manual training to prepare for college or polytechnic fields.
Travelers note Manchuria tobacco is prized in China and widely smoked by locals from age eight or nine onward. Mount Lebanon tobacco is favored by devout Arabs, described as mild and fragrant. Dealers bound for Mecca and Medina stock Lebanon tobacco to trade with Bedouin robbers in the desert.
A tall gaunt Mussulman lamplighter climbs a rickety ladder with an ornate scarlet jacket and turban. He lights a tin lamp, shielding the flame with both hands as he methodically ignites the dozen lamps, while citizens retire early and stay home.
A humorous exchange from the Chicago Tribune notes a traveling salesman who quits smoking because the cigarettes unfitted him for business. He reveals his new line is selling the very product he once quit. The joke hinges on irony and workplace practicality.
At an adjourned meeting in St. Louis on the 15th inst the California Improvement Company transferred 100 acres of land at San Pedro and Terminal Island to the San Pedro Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad Company. Shareholders authorized subscribing to stock of the Empire Construction Company for pro rata allotment.
The new company's board of directors met the California Improvement company later and carried out matters of detail connected with the transfer to the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad company.
Stanford University faces renewed turmoil as several professors resign in protest over interference with free speech. Howard and Spencer are the latest to depart, sparking anxiety among students and even conservative faculty. The campus senses a critical moment requiring calm judgment to safeguard the university’s material and academic future.
Last Wednesday a gas blowout occurred at the Carbon Canyon oil company well in the Fullerton extension. The drill at 1070 feet tapped gas and nearly toppled the derrick, with 600 feet of water evacuated from the hole. The roaring plume could be heard for miles and oil prospects are rated good.
T E Metcalf of Los Angeles and Jacob Gruendike of La Costa will promote a new salt plant at La Costa. Sea water will supply the plant, and rising salt prices provide strong incentive for the undertaking.
William H. Crocker of San Francisco offers to fund a University of California solar eclipse expedition to Sumatra. An astronomer and assistant with Mt. Hamilton apparatus will sail February 19 from San Francisco and remain until July to set up an observation camp near Padang. The May 17 eclipse will cloak the sun for about six and a half minutes, ideal for photographing the corona and noting other phenomena.
The Call reports a San Francisco scheme behind a steamship company with 12.5 million capital to colonize Mexico with Chinese labor. Promoters seek a Mexico government concession of fishing lands and propose a million Chinese to run fisheries canneries and warehouses along the coast. A Chinese circular says the Pacific Charter Company will admit Chinese and Europeans with special privileges and duty free import of essentials for fifty years.
Gen Delgado former insurgent leader on Panay surrenders after a truce conference with Maj Noble adjutant general Visayas. Delgado and staff enter Iloilo and surrender to Gen Hughes. Remnant command of about 70 men urged to surrender while other commanders hold positions in Capiz mountains as Battery G tries to force open engagement.
Secretary Long writes to the congressional naval committee urging favorable action on recommendations from his annual report. He promotes reviving the vice admiral grade to elevate Rear Admiral Sampson, making him second in command after Admiral Dewey in the navy.
Speaker Henderson told Representative Waters that no public building bills will pass this session. He explained leaders have decided to delay such legislation until next winter, despite Waters seeking $85,000 for a Santa Barbara public building.
President McKinley convalesces after grip attack. Jim Jeffries says his bout with Ruberl will be his last. Admiral Dewey recovers from grippe. W A Clark and Matt M Quay elected senators. Lace makers barred from landing in Portland. A New York gambler reveals 2 million dollars yearly from gambling to politicians. Buffalo Bill Cody plans a big Big Horn hunt with Roosevelt Miles Lipton and the Prince of Wales. Ex secretary Alger threatens counter charges. Colorado coal strike worsens as fuel runs short. coal up to 10 dollars a ton. Denver gas and electric lines urged to pull through with Kansas and Iowa aid.
Rail fare reductions from Chicago to California take effect next month via Santa Fe and Southern Pacific lines with a $30 one-way during March and April, $27.50 from St. Louis Memphis and New Orleans, and $25 from Missouri River points. Second class drops to $52.50, a $22.50 cut. Tickets on sale Tuesdays in Feb April. routes via Albuquerque El Paso Deming Ogden. Competition with Chicago Florida lines remains heated as winter resort travel shifts.
Washington bill introduced by Senator Stewart on Tuesday aims to curb claims by a single holder. It prohibits locating more than one placer claim on the same watershed and more than one lode claim on the same vein by one person.
A. E. Frye, former superintendent of schools in Cuba and San Bernardino, arrives with his bride Maria Terra on a visit to relatives in San Bernardino and Highland. The couple wed on New Year’s Day. Frye formerly led San Bernardino schools and owns property nearby.
Railroads report a car shortage delaying orange shipments. Demand calls for 200 cars daily, but only about 150 are available. Estimated crop totals reach 25 000 with 18 000 awaiting shipment as embargoes linger and car movement remains uneven.
Washington report shows the house naval affairs committee approved the naval appropriation bill with Chairman Foss asked to report it to the house. No new Holland submarine vessels are to be authorized now. The bill totals 77 million dollars, up 13 million from this year, funding two battleships and two cruisers under the increase in the navy.
A purely vegetable compound acts directly on the kidneys with beneficial effects. It contains safe substances said to correct and tone these organs, thoroughly cleanse the blood, and strengthen all bodily functions.
A humorous exchange from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch features two city boys discussing cows eating wood shavings and chipped beef. The dialogue highlights rural imagery and everyday culinary humor.
The advertisement declares the tonic contains iron and quinine with plain labeling on every bottle. It claims no cure, no pay and urges customers to trust the printed formula.
Washington Senator Clark introduced a bill to raise Hawaii official salaries. The governor would receive 5000 dollars plus 500 in perquisites, the territorial supreme court chief justice 5000 with 500 for the chief, and circuit court judges 4000 dollars.
A Carterville Missouri mother recounts her daughter Josie Riggs 17 recovering from a winter illness through Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. The testimonial notes rapid appetite gain strength and improved health after three boxes, with notarized attestations in 1898 and a druggist price of 50 cents per box or six for 2.50.
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