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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1900
Page
2
A collected column notes how politics creates odd bedfellows and mocks Cape Nome devotions. It contrasts Chicago family rivalries the Johnsons and Smiths with a New Jersey burglary involving a nine year old girl and ends with a jab at the Prince of Wales and William Waldorf Astor.
The French writer who found that American and French women are inventors will now admit that men excel in making excuses. The remark shifts the focus to gendered claims about creativity and accountability.
Shanghai estimates 880000 residents with 379000 labeled liars and about 1000 deaf mutes, prompting cautious reception of local reports.
Li Hung Chang asserts China was a republic five thousand years ago, equating it with the United States. The remark implies a historical view of Chinese governance and suggests past attention to the Chinese vote.
On election day in Havana the streets showed no visible intoxication and no fights were recorded. The calm noted implies a level of political self-government discipline and restraint.
A Western city woman was sent to a cell on a charge that she kissed a man willfully without his consent having first been obtained. The piece voices a broader sentiment that men must be protected, even by the entire standing army of the United States.
The passage asserts American superiority over foreigners across many activities and likens Europe’s reaction to bold Western achievements to the U S Navy at Manila and Santiago. It emphasizes the growing American prominence and European discomfort with the Western surge.
The author argues that some work harder during vacation for pleasure than profit and advancement. They contend civilized humanity needs a period of mental and physical relaxation and that hot weather should be used in its natural economy to benefit individuals and the community.
The comptroller of the treasury in Washington holds tips paid to sleeping car porters as legitimate expenses. This ruling could broaden the scope of deductible government expenses and may influence expense accounts of federal workers, potentially affecting campaign funding and official recognition of tipping practices.
The article argues that Germany shows progress in business and planning while also increasing philanthropy. It highlights gifts to schools libraries and charitable institutions as signs of corporate responsibility and wise wealth use. It cautions the world to recognize deeds labeled Done in Germany alongside Made in Germany.
An editorial note discusses Gov Roosevelt’s aversion to red books and the cultural taste for decorative red rooms. It weighs which authors’ works suit certain cover colors, suggesting Emily Dickinson’s poems suit a sober crimson hue while other poets might appear out of place in bright tones.
The article argues for welfare institutions at worksites like Krupp as a humane remedy to labor issues. It contrasts these with profit sharing, noting English examples and limited success in the United States, while stressing employer philanthropy and moral obligation as key drivers of better labor relations.
The text argues that soldiers with bad character hinder units and mutiny, while moral courage and integrity drive success. It cites the American Revolution as proof that disciplined, principled men endured siege and hardship, whereas rowdies never become worthy soldiers. bad men never make good troops.
Col D C Dodge of Rio Grande Western recalls a Denver tale about a young reporter who cannot decide what to ask. The colonel notes the Postman already knew the questions and answers, while the novice seeks guidance to be square in his interview.
In the Sierra Mesilla west of El Paso the most lonely highlands of the national territory show sparse woodlands and deep glens. The only inhabitants are marmots in burrows and rare birds, with a silent vulture seen occasionally en route to the Gila River caves.
A Philadelphia artist claims women with high collars appear to have longer necks. He cites life studies and student exhibits as evidence. He notes that many women complain their husbands favor neighbors over home duties, and adds bread remains the staff of life though rolls of Jane vary.
Movements for school savings banks in San Joaquin County headline the coast notes. Articles report Adgie the lion tamer seeking a Pasadena ranch, dog show entries from Victoria to San Joaquin, and lemon exports from San Diego County at about 55 000 dollars monthly.
Washington officials in the State War and Navy departments report no new dispatches on China’s affairs and no sign General Chaffee has left Peking. The government remains opposed to any territorial partition of China and will use all diplomatic resources to prevent it.
Yardmaster John W Lorbeer was fatally shot by Samuel Barney of the Oahu Railway during a Sunday morning quarrel at the railroad station. Barney, from San Antonio, Texas, is in custody charged with first degree murder and claims self defense.
Dispatches report Transvaal President Paul Kruger issuing a counter proclamation to Lord Roberts. British intelligence locates 8000 Boers led by Louis Botha, Lucas Meyer, and Schalkberger at Machadodorp with heavy artillery. Lord Roberts relays August 21 update noting Lieutenants Sitwell and other troops engaged near Ventersburg. casualties and missing men reported. Hamilton reportedly crossed the Crocodile River.
Lieut Cordua formerly of the Transvaal artillery is found guilty on all counts in the indictment. Sentence is deferred until the court is confirmed by Lord Roberts.
Democratic headquarters announced William J. Bryan will attend Chicago on Labor Day and speak at the Labor Day picnic. If confirmed, Governor Roosevelt and Colonel Bryan will appear on the same platform.
King Oscar has formally agreed to act as arbiter of compensation claims for losses suffered by British and German subjects and American citizens in Samoa. He will oversee settlement discussions and determine appropriate redress for the affected nationals.
Two children of Charles Zunker were struck by lightning while playing in a barn two miles north of Milwaukee during a storm. The county hospital building was also struck, tearing away a section of the roof.
New York Aug 24 The will of Co P Huntington filed for probate shows a 1 million dollar life trust for Princess Hatzfeldt with the remainder to her issue, 500000 for widow Mrs Huntington, and 250000 for Archer M Huntington. It also allocates two thirds of Southern Pacific stock to Mrs Huntington and one third to Henry Edwards Huntington with restrictions on sale during their lifetimes.
The Sun set district drill reaches oil at about 500 feet with three feet of oil sand, signaling a four mile oil-rich stretch. Fullerton’s third well at 600 feet is in oil. Fresno firms contract with Union Oil to route production up to 1000 barrels daily. Pacific Slope strikes seepage at 240 feet in the new Los Angeles field. A new field 40 miles west of McKittrick shows promise with 150000 acres located. Jim Jeffries joins McKittrick investment, Westlake plans flow from 40 wells, McKittrick shipments reach 50 cars in August. Parker Oil declares 1 percent dividend payable monthly. output runs about 5500 barrels a month.
The California Supreme Court voided the Pasadena sanitation ordinance charging Werner with retail liquor sales without a permit. The court held the 1891 sanitary act lacked power to regulate liquor sales and struck down the 1895 amendment as unconstitutional for altering a title. Werner was discharged from custody.
In Sabine County Texas fears of racial conflict grow as Black residents post notices threatening harm to three prominent white men and intimidation of women. Peace officers have been requested from neighboring counties to restore order.
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