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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1905
Page
4
President Roosevelt spoke to a crowd at the National Congress of Mothers in Washington. He urged mothers to train children with courage and duty, warned against selfish indulgence, and linked family training to national strength and happiness.
New York on March 16 reported slight improvement in elevated rail and subway service. Striking Interborough employees who had received wage advances based on service length secured reemployment, easing disruptions and restoring more normal operations.
Washington March 16 Much talk centers on who will replace Hemenway as chair of the House appropriations committee. Hepburn of Iowa is a likely candidate and could sit alongside Smith on the panel if chosen, with Mann of Chicago potentially heading the interstate commerce committee if Hepburn moves.
Washington March 16 ex senator John M Thurston Nebraska spoke in favor of Secretary Shaw for president in 1908 at a dinner honoring Robert B Armstrong Shaw served as toastmaster His earnest address urged Shaw nomination and was met with enthusiasm from the assembled guests.
Caracas reports hearing of the New York and Bermuda Asphalt company appeal against sequestration delayed to allow Venezuelan government action against the French Cable company. President Castro allegedly ordered a judgment annulling the contract and seizure of the cable company property. Coast cables cut to impede communications with revolutions in Trinidad. Europeans in Caracas are alarmed.
In Topeka on March 16, the Kansas anti trust lawsuit against Santa Fe stalled as Frank Monnett moved to dismiss subpoenaed Santa Fe officers. Only two witnesses testified, W J Black and W J Healy. Healy’s testimony was found misplaced. depositions to Chanute are planned, and hearings may resume later with fresh notices to all subpoenaed witnesses.
Washington confirms Chas W. Anderson, described as colored, as collector of internal revenue for the second district of New York. The nomination was approved by the Senate on March 16.
Dover March 13. The legislature voted to adjourn sine die on the 2nd leaving eight days to finish the fight for a United States state. The report notes the chamber pressed toward final action as time runs short.
A collision between an Alton train and Three I service in Streator Illinois on March 13 left six people hurt. Serious injuries reported for Mrs L D Howe Jr of Blackstone and Mrs Alonzo Brown of Streator among the injured passengers.
Great storm along the southern coast ends after forty eight hours with one known death of a laborer near Cajon Pass. City damage exceeds $700,000 with streets, sewers, and bridges washed out. Rail lines including Southern Pacific and Santa Fe suffer extensive washouts and a major landslide at Cajon Pass. Several seacoast towns report about $300,000 in losses, Santa Monica at $200,000.
Federal investigators probe Utah coal land frauds with Salt Lake Herald noting hundreds of thousands of acres acquired by questionable filings. Lands filed as coal later shifted to agricultural or grazing use at low cost, with many filings lapsing and titles secured via state offices or power of attorney from a commercial firm.
Washington March 16 Francis B Loomis first assistant secretary of state will be appointed ambassador to Mexico in succession to Edwin H Conger when Conger retires next summer to run for Iowa governor.
A rundown of backstage humor from actors and vaudeville acts at Millau the Barry More Lambs Tub and Keiths. Jokes cover audiences, political quips, oysters, and ventriloquists with punch lines about theater life and theater folk.
The text urges avoiding preaching and instead fostering interest in life. It advocates giving people something to love and live for to make them happy and guide them toward happiness.
The article profiles Crown Prince Gustaf of Sweden and Norway as he assumes duties during King Oscar’s illness. It notes his cautious, authoritative style, longstanding Norwegian tensions, and hopes for improved consular independence, while warning of potential clashes with Norwegian factions and lingering distrust.
In the Philadelphia Press, Tess and Jess discuss a relationship moment with Tess noting congratulations are due and Jess confirming the gesture is already accepted after a recent rejection. The exchange hints at social dynamics surrounding courtship.
Mr Collier Downe complains the social scene keeps him from bankruptcy court while Mrs Collier Downe quips the opposite. The exchange hints at money worries and social pressures without detailing specifics.
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