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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1900
Page
2
Western man scorns wife. she bites his finger
A Western man mocked his wife who then bit off his finger. Doctors say he may not scorn her more than seven times in the future. The incident underscores volatile tensions in frontier households.
Market Breed Herds In Far Northwest State
A man in the far Northwest states keeps animals for market value, showing a method of keeping stock near the door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Far Northwest States
Wealth education and oddities of 19th century life
The piece notes 83 million dollars given to colleges in 1899 and jokes about teaching wealth advantages. It mentions a Chicago waiter inheriting a million, stockings with pockets, and ladies carrying loose change. It closes with a reflection on curfew laws and youth versus nights.
Belgium Seeks Half Million Dollar Military Machinery
Belgium moves to purchase about 500000 dollars of improved killing equipment for its army to further its participation in the advance of civilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
Pennsylvania Man Patents Changeable Bosom Shirt
A Pennsylvania man patents a shirt with a changeable bosom aimed at men who object to changing their shirts, promising convenience for those who want to refresh a garment without full replacement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Burglary Suspect Held on Diary Evidence
A man arrested for burglary was found with a diary containing clues that prosecutors say will convict him. The remark hints at a lingering belief in poetic justice.
Trade Organization Idea Spreads Amid Social Change
The text notes a growing spread of trade organization principles and hints that non-union workers face pressures. It suggests even single men without marriage may be affected by evolving labor norms.
The Century Becomes Real to Quiet Public Declarations
A reflective note on how the act of marking the year 1900 signals the start of a new century. The statement frames the public mood as recognizing time’s passing and the dawning era despite broader existential concerns.
Sand Diet Theory Draws Skeptical Attention
A physician promotes a sand eating regimen as healthy claiming it benefits digestion. Critics note humans lack a gizzard and suggest the idea targets sugar interests for gain or amusement rather than medical value.
Irresistible impulse defense in historic murder case
A man confessed to murder claiming an irresistible impulse. A leading case centers on whether a jury should consider if the culprit would have yielded to such impulse with a police presence.
Emma Goldman Leaves United States After Ten Years
Emma Goldman departs for Europe after a decade in vain attempts to plant the red flag in American life. The Haymarket murders and Johann Most's expulsion from a New York bed helped push anarchism to ridicule in Chicago and New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Emma Goldman
Miss Goldman
Europe
Haymarket
Chicago
Johann Most
New York
Britain to equip Dovercliff with giant 41 foot gun
Britain quietly mounts the largest gun in the world at Dovercliff. The monster gun is forty one feet long and weighs fifty tons and is said to drop an 850 pound shell on France twenty five miles away. Admiralty also authorizes 450 long range naval guns costing 22.5 million dollars.
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Great Britain
Dovercliff
France
Retiring from Business After 50 Proves Difficult
A physician notes that after age 50 a man should not quit work if he hopes for a smooth transition to leisure. Americans aged 60 or 70 often fail at retirement, unable to shift from a hustling life and frequently die trying to enjoy ease. The example of Russell Sage at 83 illustrates ongoing business activity beyond retirement.
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Russell Sage
Man Resumes Trade Despite Dangers
A man continues to conduct transactions while dealing with hazardous situations, arguing he can handle the risk as long as he remains capable. The statement underscores his willingness to press on despite potential electric danger.
The Franklin syndicate and its lessons in gullibility
The piece condemns ignorance and greed behind the Franklin syndicate failure. It argues investors who risked money for high returns deserve harsh lessons, while warns that law cannot prevent predators from preying on fools. It views the affair as a public reminder that chasing something for nothing harms all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Syndicate
Inherited Wealth Backed by Character in America
The essay argues that inherited wealth does not blight intellect or energy when the heir also has character and public duty. It cites New York’s governor Seth Low and financier John Jacob Astor among rich figures who toil for education, science, peace, and war efforts. Money becomes opportunity for service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
New York
Seth Low
The
Hague
Prof. Marsh
John Jacob Astor
Cornelius Vanderbilt
Pre-Boer Meeting in Buffalo Raises Funds for Boer Hospital
A packed Lyceum Theatre heard ex-Congressman Mahaney and others call for an American foreign policy toward the Boers. The event raised over $800 for Boer hospital corps aid and passed resolutions expressing sympathy and urging a traditional American stance toward the sister republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
Lyceum Theater
R. B. Mahaney
Father Cronin
T. H. Powers
C. H. Kimball
Mackey
Tragedy in a Bank in Columbus Georgia
Captain J W Murphy cashier of the Third National Bank shot and killed teller P T Schultz and then killed himself soon after the bank opened for business in Columbus Georgia on January 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
J. W. Murphy
Third National Bank
This Place
P. T. Schultz
Innocent Man Hanged in Long-Closed Case Revealed
A deathbed confession from Mrs. Van Horne in Washington implicates her as the killer of Mrs. Thomas Egan near Sioux Falls on September 12, 1880. Egan, her husband and the man hanged for the murder, maintained his innocence until death. Egan's clothes were found in a barn with blood, leading to conviction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
S. D
van Horne
Washington
Thomas Egan
Egan
Trainmen Grievances Conference Opens Behind Closed Doors
The Post-Dispatch reports a major conference of railway workers began at the Laclede Hotel in St Louis to address service grievances since 1894. Attendees include A B Garretson W G Lee R M Arthur and P A Sargent as they weigh wage increases for conductors engineers firemen and other train staff.
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ST. Louis
The
Post-Dispatch
Laclede
A. B. Garretson
W. G. Lee
R. M. Arthur
P. A. Sargent
Merely a Matter of Color at Col by Auburn
Rev. Fred M. Preble recalls college days at Colby in a Lewiston Journal story about a colored janitor named Sam. Sam teased the freshmen and humorously defended burning grass by saying the grass would grow back green as he is, turning a tense moment into a light anecdote about race and resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred M. Preble
Auburn
Colby
Lewiston
Sam
Queen Maria Cristina Encounters Kidnap Plot Rescue
Queen Maria Cristina rides to Madrid station en route to court with King Alfonso beside her. A crowd notices a smiling wave from her along with a radiant woman who is Alfonso’s former nurse, now hailed for saving him from kidnappers years ago.
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Maria Cristina
Madrid
Alfonso
Horseshoe Found and Tire Located in Brief Exchange
In a short exchange, Jones-Well reports finding a horseshoe while Johnson-Huh! notes discovering an automobile tire. The Kansas City Independent records the lighthearted interaction as a local anecdote.
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Jones
Johnson
Kansas City
After-visit silence settles at the house
Report notes that once a guest leaves the residence, the hosts do not voice loneliness or dissatisfaction, suggesting calm post visit atmosphere and lack of social pressure in the home.
Murdered the Jailer at Howell County Jail
West Plains Missouri January 1 1880 County Jailer Alfred Henry was overpowered and killed by prisoners Ben Richardson and Ed Grady while feeding inmates. Richardson an escaped Tennessee convict and burglar was among the attackers. The men escaped after locking the jail door. a posse searches the woods and a $1000 reward is offered for their capture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westplains
Alfred Henry
Howell County
Ben Richardson
Ed Grady
Richardson
Tennessee
Henry
Two Naval Scandals Stir Manila Bay Dispatch
A Manila dated letter reports two US squadron scandals in Boston. Captain McCowan allegedly fired at a Filipino on Monadnock causing a hip wound and death, and Commander S W Very of the Castine has most officers suspended with one objecting. Proceedings will go to Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Manila
United States
Monadnock
McCowan
S. W. Very
Castine
Washington
Americans Offer to Fight for Boers Amid War Urgency
George W. Van Siclen, treasurer of the American Transvaal fund, reports daily appeals from 10 to 20 able-bodied men seeking to join the Boer side in South Africa. He notes a total of about 1000 applicants since the war began, but says he has no funds to send them and would not send them anyway due to British patrols and travel costs. He declares the lawful act for Americans is to aid Boers’ widows and orphans with money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
George W. van Siclen
American Transvaal Fund
South Africa
van Sielen
Transvaal
England
Delagoa Bay
Recruits from Office Acknowledge Frontline Duty
The men who seek to be sent as recruits are a fine lot. They are not beggars but bright fellows who sympathize with the Boers. Many give up good positions and come on hoping I can send them to the front.
Mills Acquitted in Utah Murder Trial
Capt. Frederick J. Mills former Idaho lieutenant governor was acquitted of murder in Salt Lake City after a fifteen minute jury deliberation. He faced charges for killing John C. O Melveny chief engineer of the Oregon Short Line on October 3 following his wife’s confession of an affair. Mills cited the Utah honor defense and insanity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt Lake
Utah
Frederick J. Mills
Idaho
Mills
John C. O'Melveny
Oregon
Volunteer Army of the United States
O’melveny
Imports at Manila Port Show 3-Month Trade Peak
War Department releases Manila port figures for July to September showing imports valued at $5,802,581 plus $587,910 in coins from British India and China totaling $6,443,102. China leads supplier with $2,454,103, UK $916,501, Spain $662,405, Australia $410,452, Germany $357,823, US $329,114. cotton and manufactures account for $1,374,210 of total.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Department
Manila
Manila Customhouse
British India
China
Philippine
Archipelago
United States
United Kingdom
Spain
Australia
Germany
Netherlands
Denmark
British East Indies
Switzerland
France
Italy
Belgium
Japan
Russia
Lawton and Family Ties Span War and Peace
The New York Tribune recounts General Lawton’s life from his son Manley’s enlistment and bravery to his wife Mary Craig Lawton and three daughters. It covers their Manila campaigns, Mary’s courage under fire, his marriage in Louisville, settling near Falls Church, and later shifts to a productive orange grove in Los Angeles aided by Mrs Lawton’s writing and accounting skills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lugu ‘Ie Bay
Geronimo
Washington
Lawton
Falls Church
Fourth Cavalry
New York Tribune
The Pomelo Crop Thrives in Florida and California Trade
The pomelo crop along the foot of the hills is excellent with uniform smooth fruit, a heavy yield and brisk shipments. Trade data suggest Florida has no advantage over California in pomelo production, though the fruit cannot tolerate frost. Some growers may switch to oranges, but pomelo remains in demand for retail and by-products like tonics and delicacies from Southern California firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foota Hills
Florida
California
Arbona Mill and Mine to Restart with Higher Output
The Arbona mill will start up on the first. The mine force will be increased. The mine has been judiciously developed and the vast ore quantity and known value promise profitable returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arbona
Ten Stamp Mill Opens at Magnolia Mining Baker City Or
A new ten stamp mill belonging to Magnolia Mining Company begins operations at Baker City Oregon running night and day. The Bakersfield Californian notes a record orange train out of the yard. San Francisco officials issue a Chinese proclamation urging American born Chinese to sever ties with highbinder tongs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magnolia Mining Company
Baker City, Or
Kings County
Portland
Alsterkamp
Queenstown
Falmouth
Bakersfield
Californian
Ogden
Oakland Council
Stege
Dunbar
Oregon
Carnegie Gift Promises $50,000 for Oakland Library
Andrew Carnegie today instructed Oakland to draw on him for 50000 to fund a new free library. The building will be located on the Ebell Society site donated by Oakland ladies and work on plans and construction begins immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakland
Andrew Carnegie
Free Library
Ladies of the Ebell Society
Highbinder War Ends Trade Groups Back Police
San Francisco report says the Chinese Six Companies, led by Consul Ho Yow, donate 17500 to rewards for murderers in Chinatown violence. Chief Biggy guarantees protection for Six Companies members in exchange for cooperation with police efforts to curb the highbinder conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Ho Yow
Chinatown
Chief of Police
Biggy
Bohemian Invitation To President Attends Banquet
Representative Julius Kahn and California delegation delivered a silver engraved invitation from the Bohemians of America for a banquet in San Francisco on the President's birthday the 29th inst. The President declined. The group is based in San Francisco.
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Washington
Julius Kahn
San Francisco
California
Congress
Bohemians of America
The
Doric Passengers Allowed To Land In Quarantine
San Francisco reports the cabin passengers of the Doric may land tonight but the vessel will be detained for thorough fumigation. About 150 cabin passengers from Honolulu are bound for San Francisco aboard the Australia which sails next Tuesday. They avoided the infected area and appeared daily for examination by Dr. Carmichael, the U S quarantine officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Honolulu
Australia
Carmichael
United States
West Kootenai Mines petition repeal of 8 hour law
Victoria British Columbia January 18 A legislature petition from all West Kootenai mines argues against the eight hour law claiming it harms capital and miners profits. It challenges constitutionality and warns of mine closures or wage cuts if not repealed or amended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Columbia
Victoria
B. C
West Kootenai
Minister MacInnes Quits Pulpit Over Personal Liberty
Rev. James C. MacInnes of Oak Leaf Congregational Chapel retires citing belief in personal liberty including drinking and dancing. He criticizes church hypocrisy and says ministry is not for a young man seeking his own liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacInnes
Oakland
James C. Maciinnes
Oak Ieaf Congregational
Saide
Lushers
Hypocrisy Accusations Highlighted in Public Debate
A figure denounces widespread hypocrisy while urging accountability, arguing opponents overstate faults and overlook their own. The remark underscores a heated confrontation over ethics and integrity in public discourse.
Disabled Employees' Benefit Proposed by Southern Pacific
In San Francisco on January 194, A F Hess of Waycross Georgia a statistical expert for Plant Railway assists Southern Pacific in creating a voluntary accident and life insurance department for officers and employés. Members pay 50 cents to 1 50 monthly determining benefits including sickness weekly pay after five days illness with physician certification and pensions for retired workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
A. F. Hess
Waycross
Plant
Collis P. Huntington
Southern Pacific Company
Mail Carrier Completes First Winter Run to Yukon
Tacoma reports United States Mail carrier Holcomb arrived at Hagle from Valdes, finishing his first winter voyage delivering government mails over 430 miles to Yukon. He faced severe hardships including the death or euthanizing of ten to twelve horses and the construction of new mail stations every twenty miles. The department plans monthly service Valdes to Eagle and a 75 mile inland telephone line, with surveys for a Valdes to Eagle railroad. Maj. Ray ordered gambling closures after five soldiers were arrested for stealing to fund wagering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma
Wash
United States
Holcomb
Hagle
Valdes
Yukon
J. A. Leonard
Dawson
Eagle
Leonard
Ray
Commissary Department
Foreign fruits import resumed by Swiss government
Washington, Jan. 18. United States Minister Lershman to Switzerland reports the Swiss government has revoked a prior decision and grants general authorization for importing American fruits. Fresh fruit may be imported if examined at Basle and found free from scale or other parasites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Lershman
Switzerland
State Department
Basle
United States to Pass Nicaragua Canal Bill
The Daily Chronicle editorial reports from Washington that a canvass of Congress shows the Nicaragua Canal Bill will pass and in a form that diverges from the Clayton-Bulwer treaty, a move the United States would likely regret as unfriendly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Atlantic Cable
The
Daily Chronicle
Washington
Senate
House of Representatives
Congress
United States
France's wine output described for California viticulturists
San Francisco reports a Paris letter from William M. Bunker, commissioner to the World’s Fair, noting 1899 France wine output estimated at 1 265 550 000 dollars in value and exports totaling 884 000 000 dollars while imports, mainly from Spain, cost 60 000 000 dollars. Exports rose 13 000 000 dollars above 1898.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Scott
Chamber of Commerce
Paris
William M. Bunker
Chamber
Bunker
California
France
Spain
Burial Plans for Maj. Gen. Henry W. Lawton
The War Department says Maj. Gen. Henry W. Lawton will be interred in a national cemetery with full military honors after arrival in Washington. A funeral escort will include infantry artillery cavalry and mounted batteries. Remains aboard the Thomas expected in San Francisco by February 1. Mrs Lawton travels with him and arrangements will await her wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Department
Henry W. Lawton
San Mateo
Luzon
National Cemetery
Merritt
Department of the East
Lawton
Thomas
San Francisco
Lawson
Shafter
California Crop Totals for 1898 99 Shipments
California fresh fruit interstate shipments estimated at 139,560,000 pounds across 6978 cars. Cured fruit output 37,400,000 pounds across 1870 cars. Prune output 90,420,000 pounds across 4521 cars. Raisin crop 80,631,000 pounds across 4032 cars. Canned fruit and vegetables total 2,602,322 cases. Tomato pack 400,091 cases. Orange and lemon interstate shipments 10,875 carloads. Almond and walnut yield 12,200,000 pounds across 610 cars. Vegetable interstate shipments 76,940,000 pounds across 38847 cars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
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A. P. Shewman
Mesa City
Arizona
Lawton Fund
Havana
Capt. Mills
Pagifig Coast News
J. W. Craig
Bloomington
Golden Fruit Land and Water Company
Craig
Buda Pesth
Highbinder Tongs
Six Companies
Carnegie
Alaska
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