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Newspaper
Mills County Tribune
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1909
Page
2
A letter from London Graphic notes a phenomenon where three to two weeks before a birth anniversary, a person experiences renewed vitality lasting two to eight days, then wanes before the date. The writer suggests a possible link between birthday recurrence and health maintenance.
A column reflects on curious contrasts in male perceptions of sweethearts and wives, noting how pre marriage flirtations charm while similar flirtations after marriage may go unseen. An Annesley Kenealy piece in Woman's Life comments on such behavior amid general social observations. In a separate note, three China men at St Paul’s Chapel observe communion quietly, highlighted by a New York Press remark on the chapel’s diverse attendance.
A Paris judge sentences a woman for manslaughter after detailing a violent history. The judge described her as a female Apache who endured multiple stabbings and revolver hits from lovers, and who repaid one lover with a stabbing while asleep before his recovery. The tone paints a troubled life behind the crime.
The Colorado Midland Railway-backed booklet on Fishing Hunting and Camping in the Colorado Rockies guides a party through Frying Pan River Wood’s Lake Glenwood Springs Rifle Twin Lakes and the South Platte area. The narrative highlights rustic hotels open seasons for 22 sports outfitting tips and Western hospitality with a deer hunt and cattle round-up. An apology over a round-up foreman incident is noted and the editor endorses Colorado as Paradise.
Edward Ganmack of Black Diamond learned his bride was Rosa Dranata not Rosie Shara after a year of marriage. A court license correction required a second ceremony in Seattle to confirm the spouse's true name and status, with officials guiding the way.
Former Montana governor Sam Hauser, called by the U S senate in its probe of mining magnate William A Clark, testifies about contacting Clark in Butte to influence his chances of winning a senate seat, prompting questions from Senator Hoar.
The text critiques Moroccan official correspondence for ornate flourishes that mask real meaning. It cites an finance ministry loan order beginning with grandiose phrases praising power and felicity, noting that the so-called incorruptible servant may be siphoning funds.
Mint plants have been installed in the grill room of the Hotel Walcott New York Herald says they will be harvested fresh for juleps and renewed as demand requires. The cooler, refreshing aroma fills the room as mint becomes a seasonal feature.
The German government foresees a larger war and cites the expansion of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal as pivotal. The canal will be deepened to 36 feet with possible 46 feet later, widened, and new lock dimensions will greatly exceed prior plans, signaling a major strategic buildup.
The duke of Bedford offers six yaks to the Canadian government to assess their suitability for domestication in northern regions. Tibet’s yak herd represents the most important animal life there, used for various purposes except tillage and draft, and could become a valuable economic factor in the far northwest where conditions resemble Tibet.
Research in Macon Georgia shows a fine grade of paper can be made from okra stem pulp. A pulp plant for papermaking is likely to be built in Macon soon. Okra, a southern staple in the hibiscus esculentus family, grows easily and could yield large quantities for industry.
A marketing note urges firms to assess letterheads envelopes and advertising literature for professional appearance. It compares a firm’s stationery to that of John Jones and advises sending next print orders to an office that prints on its honor with first class quality. The Tribune is offered as a model of reliable job printing.
A historic fair program lists events for all ages and genders including 100 yard and 50 yard foot races, greased pole, egg race, sack race, wheelbarrow race, bun eating, nail driving, ball throwing for ladies, fat man race, and contests for oldest man and oldest lady. Prizes range from 1.00 to 5.00, with several entries indicating special prizes for distance from Glenwood and family attendance.
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