On the Trail of the American Missionary in Asia
Shanghai reports explore the varied types of American missionaries from zealous lay workers to famed scholars like Dr. Arthur H. Smith and Dr. W. A. P. Martin. The piece notes most are not firebrands but practical, frugal workers living on modest salaries and facing scrutiny over boasted halos.
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Shanghai
China
Watatesmen
Arthur H
Timothy Richards
English Baptist Society
Toto
Arthur H. Smith
Three Old Missionaries in China and Their Lives
An analysis by Joseph B Bowles explores Chinese Inland Mission practices and the varied lives of missionaries. It discusses adopting native customs, homes, discipline, moral expectations, and the personal trials of separation from family, plus the nerve strain from cultural distance.
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East
China
Virginia
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Civilization
Patterson
Joseph B. Bowles
Curing White Plague Prevents Many Deaths
Medical authorities declare tuberculosis preventable and curable in early stages. They cite light, air, hygiene, proper food and rest as key factors, noting Chicago last year saw nearly 4 000 deaths from the disease.
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Chicago
Chicago Record-Herald
Benito gem found in San Benito county California
Prospectors describe a new clear blue stone with violet tints, brighter than sapphire in color though softer than it. The mineral, named Benito after its discovery county, turns bright red when heated and reverts to its normal blue on cooling.
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San Benito County
Cal
Benito
Copyright Notice From 1907 Author Works
A brief copyright notice appears citing author initials WS Exlson and year 1907, indicating rights claim on selected text. The fragment suggests formal attribution and protection language typical of early century publications.
Absalom’s Rise and Fall as Cautionary Moral
A sermon warns that destruction springs from within. Absalom’s grand ambition and pride led to his downfall, showing a life’s seeds of undoing. David’s repentance and submission to God exemplify faith as sole deliverance in the darkest hour.
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Absalom
David
Jerusalem
Heaven
Absalom Enters Jerusalem as New King with Great Triumph
Absalom arrives in Jerusalem with a vast army and cheering crowds to seize the royal palace. Ahithophel, once David’s adviser, anticipates loyalists to defend David, while Absalom crowns his ascent and vows allegiance to those who support him.
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Erusalem
Absalom
Hebron
David
Jerusalem
Ahithophel
Hushai
Israel
Absalom's Fall and Ahithophel's End in Tragic Folly
In a tale of betrayal from ancient Israel, Absalom crowns his rebellion with a grand army after he rejects Ahithophel's plan. Hushai advises retreat and a broad gathering from Dan to Beersheba. Absalom later learns Ahithophel hanged himself and dies after his forces falter, caught by pride and dread.
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Ahithophel
Absalom
Hushai
Israel
Jerusalem
Hungry Parrot Strains Brother with Daily Feeds
An anxious traveler to America worries about his parrot and asks his brother to feed it. The brother replies that the bird has already eaten and is hungry again, prompting a humorous exchange about what to do next.
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America
Atlantic
New York
Admiral Philibert and the French Submarine Fleet
Admiral Philibert commands French ships off the Morocco coast and is likened to Lord Kitchener in the British army. A progressive sailor and top gunnery expert, his influence shaped France's strong submarine flotilla and pushed submarines as a future naval power.
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Admiral Philibert
Morocco
Casablanca
Lord Kitchener
You Can’t Convince a Woman to Like a Novel
The statement claims a reader’s engagement hinges on a traditional romance arc with marriage and a happy ending in the final chapter. It argues that without such closure the appeal weakens for many women readers.
The Climbers Summit Call Proclaims Tough Alpine Goal
The Alpine summits are not for monks or sybarites. They are for climbers.
Chariton Banker Crocker Dies Then Bank Closed
Chariton, Iowa cashier F R Crocker killed himself amid a bank crisis. The First National Bank of Chariton and the private Bank of Russell closed while Receiver Bostwick and Bank Examiner Shaw investigate. Woodmen funds mischaracterized as a loan to Crocker, with large stake in estates and questions about reopening.
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Chariton
F. R. Crocker
First’ National Bank of Chariton
First National Bank of Chariton
Bank of Russell
Crocker
Davenport
Woodmen of America
Rock Island
Charit N
Cashide Crocker
First National Bank
Ariton Bank
Woodmen
Bostwick
Shaw
Woodmen of
Mallory
Woodman
May Be Murder John Childs Death Leads to Inquest Verdict
Ottumwa coroner's jury returns an open verdict on John L. Childs a Burlington brakeman believed to have died from a revolver shot. The jury cannot identify the shooter though witnesses note the wound lacked blast marks and powder signs and the fatal shot may not have been fired within eight feet. Childs had been shopping then returned to his room where his wife summoned help after hearing a gunshot.
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John Childs
Ottumwa
aAfter
John L. Childs
Burington
de Childs
W. Sanford
Mackown Granted New Trial In Webster City Fire Case
After nearly four hours of argument Judge GC G Lee in Ames orders a new trial in the state of Iowa v George Mackown over the Northwestern Felt Shoe factory blaze in Webster City. The judge notes circumstances point to a crime but finds Mackown's connection unclear and cites ends of justice against a penitentiary sentence.
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Webster City
GC. G. Lee
Ames
State of
Iowa
George Mackown
Northwestern
Halir
Davenport Watchman Dies After Auto Collision During Paving Work
Davenport watchman William Smith was fatally run over by Fred Schick while attempting to stop him from driving over new asphalt paving. Smith died in hospital. Schick was arrested, posted $2,000 bond, and awaits charges.
Man Injured After Train Incident Near Illinois Central Line
A man giving the name George Williams, claiming to be a section hand, was found by the Illinois Central track side bleeding heavily from head wounds and unconscious. He said he was kicked from a freight train by a brakeman and was hospitalized with an even chance of recovery.
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Dubuque
George Williams
Williams
Car of Sheep Burned Alive in Yard Fire
A fire at Milwaukee road yards in Council Bluffs destroyed three cars and damaged a fourth while leaving about 150 sheep burned in the upper deck of one car. Rescue crews saved the sheep in the tower deck as the blaze raged.
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Council Bluffs
Milwaukee Road
Des Moines Leader Jefferson Polk Dies After Long Illness
Jefferson Polk longtime Des Moines lawyer and head of the Des Moines City Railway company dies at 82 at his West Grand avenue home after a two week illness. Polk born 1820 in Kentucky rose to prominence in Iowa law and railroad circles, helped organize the Inter Urban Railway and Equitable Life Insurance of Iowa, and led major Des Moines enterprises for decades.
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Des Moines
Jefferson S. Jolk
Jefferson
Polk
Georgetown
Georgetown College
P. L. Cable
Chicago & Rock Island Railroad
Second Street
Judge Casady
Iowa
F. M. Hubbell
Equitable Life Insurance Company of
Dickinson Is Free After Murder Trial Verdict
Des Moines jurors acquitted H B Dickinson after two weeks of testimony in a case alleging running and enticing in a conspiracy tied to the death of a motherless girl. Dickinson shook hands with jurors and planned to remain in Des Moines while Dr Gadd faces further trial on related conspiracy charges.
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Des Moines
Criminal Court
Dickinson
Dr. Gadd
Indict Water Works Officials in Dubuque
Dubuque grand jury after four weeks returns nineteen indictments. Arthur McArthur former superintendent and Peyson Berg collector face embezzlement charges. McArthur admitted a twelve thousand dollar shortage and Berg a modest sum. Bail set at ten thousand for McArthur and one thousand for Berg. Expected indictments against former trustees not returned.
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M’arthur and
Berg
Dubuque
Arthur McArthur
Peyson Berg
McArthur
Davenport Ministers Deny Reported Resolution
The Davenport ministerial association states no resolution was acted upon or presented on October 20 regarding disturbances linked to liquor prosecution. They denounce lawlessness and immoral conduct in Davenport and pledge support to lawful, moral efforts to suppress it.
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Davenport
Davenport Ministerial Association
Ministerial Association of
Mrs Hubbard Granted Divorce in Cedar Rapids Court
Mrs N M Hubbard Jr obtained an absolute divorce in a Cedar Rapids district court and was awarded alimony of 35000 dollars agreed by both parties. It is understood her husband, living in Washington DC, may seek reappointment in the United States Navy where he is entitled to a commission. He previously served briefly in the Spanish-American War.
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Cedar Rapids
N. M. Hubbard, Jr
Hubbard
Washington, D. C
United States Navy
Annapolis Naval Academy
Dubuque Saloonkeeper Fined for Late Hours
Judge Matthews of the district court fined Charles Moore, a saloonkeeper, $200 for keeping his establishment open after 11 o'clock in the first prosecution under the local liquor injunction.
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Dubuque
Matthews
District Court
Charles Moore
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Halogs
W. A. P. Martin
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Presbyterian Board
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London Missionary Society
Beard
Hudson Taylor
China Inland Mission
Absalom the Usurper
Samuel
Hushal
Ahthophel
Dan
Beersheba
OWA State
Chariton Cashier
Mackown
Mrs. Hubbard
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