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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1900
Page
2
A light comic page notes a dental expert warning ice cream harms teeth, mocks rheumatism cures of bee stings, and jokes about a bunco attempt in New York. It ends with a quip about the Turkish sultan peering out the window amid global confusion and bill collectors.
The piece contrasts royal life with American citizenship and practical attire. It notes potential penalties for railway hold ups and hints at the value of a simple, affordable daily straw hat. It blends satire with reflections on law, identity, and practical living.
A returned volunteer describes the capture of himself and five companions by Filipino forces. The six men came from Illinois, California, Connecticut, Honolulu, Washington, and one state unnamed, a striking and surprising mix.
The Crow Indians secured the contract to grade a road near their reservation, signaling a shift in their view of work. The Chicago News jokes the effort will rely on Crowbars and that scalpers may appear before tickets go on sale.
A Forum writer argues against Chinese superstition that digging up earth releases evil spirits. He says dirt from Hongkong and Tsing-tan carries disease germs in disintegrated granite, linking mortality to soil disturbance and dense populations. The piece then condemns anarchists as fearful criminals, debating punishment and deterrence.
The Century Magazine short story coins two phrases that reflect political deceit. Weasel word sucks meaning from its neighbor like a weasel from an egg. The stained glass plank misleads by showing shifting colors until an open window reveals the truth.
The article notes that while winter gear and homes reduce cold, summer heat remains challenging. It discusses electric fans and moving electric cars providing cooling via air movement, which does not lower air temperature but dries sweat to cool the body.
The author argues against impractical summer cooling methods such as artificial low temperatures in homes and shops. He notes moisture makes cold air unpleasant and cites the U S Senate chamber as a costly example. He predicts a future affordable method to cool building interiors while outdoor sun remains dominant.
The article argues that postwar industrial growth drives a push toward technical training in electrical and mining engineering. It cites 64 technical colleges founded since the Civil War, 89 engineering institutions, and rising student numbers in engineering compared with theology, law, and medicine, predicting engineers will propel America's commercial ascent.
A humorous exchange notes two travelers discussing corruption and government jobs. One jokes about seeking a salary without real duties while the other quips about preferring a meaningful role such as filling fountain pens for an assistant secretary of the treasury. The dialogue reflects skepticism toward cushy, nonperforming posts.
Eskimos have long used simple oil lamps made from sea stones with natural or artificial cavities for holding oil and wicks. At St. Lawrence Island pottery lamps mirror isotherm lines closely, enabling geographic positioning by shape. With one doubtful exception, ancient American lamps are confined north of the Eskimo regions.
A historical note traces paper’s origin in the East and its transfer to Europe via the Moors in the eighth century. It then muses on a proverb about dogs and tails, suggesting a short-tailed dog would be a stump speaker.
Reports from Bethlehem describe a train wreck on an excursion line near Hatfield with up to 1500 tickets sold for the seaside trip. Five thousand townspeople gathered for news, with injured transported to hospitals and coroner promising a rigorous inquiry into blamed parties. Representative W H Rosenberry of Lansdale is among the injured.
Thirteen people were killed and over thirty injured when an excursion train collided rear end with a milk train at Hatfield Pennsylvania on the Bethlehem branch. The impact wrecked ten excursion cars and two milk cars, with many bodies trapped and rescuers aided by axes. A relief train from Bethlehem brought doctors and nurses, but several died en route to hospital or before reaching care.
Central Oil Company adds a major producer boosting output by 150 barrels per day with another soon to start, projecting September gains of at least 3000 barrels. New Century Oil finds a 200-barrel producer in Placerita Canyon, its oil valued at 4.50 a barrel as it flows. Los Angeles Oil Exchange to publish daily bulletin starting September 1. Redondo Beach Oil Company abandons its well. Union wells near Sespe, Four Forks, Tar Creek produce about 20 barrels daily each. Torrey Canyon No. 46 nears 100 barrels, Nos. 40 44 48 drilling, Nos. 49 50 51 52 planned. Adams Canyon one well drilling. plan to drill a 4000 foot hole if needed. Lease recorded between Elsinore Oil and Development and Temescal Water allows wells on dry lake bed with immediate development.
Capt Grendahl reports from Skjervee Norway that Andree's buoy No 4 was recovered. The note inside details July 11 at 10 pm Greenwich time with ascent to 250 meters, initial bearing N 10 degrees E, four carrier pigeons westbound, ice and good weather, and high spirits above the clouds signed Andree Strindberg Frenkel.
The August statement shows total receipts of 49 500 688 755 and expenditures of 59 198, an excess of 811 443. In August 1899 there was a surplus of nearly 5 000 000. Revenue sources included Customs 21 384 494 and internal revenue 26 054 074 with miscellaneous 2 249 525. Expenditures covered Civil and miscellaneous 11 869 882 plus increases 4 305 331, war 15 231 700 plus 300 000, navy 5 456 553 plus 859 000, Indians 991 262 minus 225 000, pensions 13 780 779 plus 650 000, and interest 3 170 081 minus 805 000.
A plan proposes a fresh air home on Terminal Island to improve living conditions. The project involves city officials and local developers aiming to provide healthier housing options amid dense urban surroundings.
Public interest shifts from South Africa to domestic affairs as leaders signal possible election. Lord Roberts praised Buller’s tactics at Machadodorp. US consul Hay pleases Boers and Kinglish. A Maybrick case update reveals a new letter from Baron Russell supporting Florence Maybrick’s innocence, prompting a fresh memorial and government consideration.
Rumors from Wall Street suggest M. E. Ingalls of the Big Four might be offered the presidency of the Southern Pacific Railroad. No confirmation exists, but reports say neither H. E. Huntington nor Tweed would succeed the late C. P. Huntington, each retaining current posts.
Coroner Mc Mullen Sheriff Johnson and Dist Atty Baker were alerted to two killings near Folsom. William Taylor an elderly man and Hansen Rasmussen a 40 to 45 year old were found shot in their employers’ houses on adjacent ranches. No signs of robbery. Inquests planned for the evening.
The Boston Elevated Railway Company distributes free tickets each hot season to pastors and church officers for use by poor children, mothers, and the aged. Last year about 100000 free tickets were issued, enabling recipients to ride for free on weekdays and enjoy a day in the country or seashore, with tickets sent through church and association representatives.
Washington reports a Friday Cabinet meeting focusing on the China question, with actions proposed for Cape Nome destitute miners and Alaska Indians. The War Department would send a transport to Nome to repatriate penniless miners, while provisions and clothing would aid the destitute Indians. France reportedly expressed acquiescence to the U.S. stance on the Chinese issue.
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