07 Nov 1902
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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1902
Page
1
A simple apparatus uses a loop of cardboard and two bottle supports to show centrifugal force. A spool or small wagon placed at the higher end rolls around the loop and reaches the top without falling, with edges bent or paper strips added to keep it on track.
A fragmentary 19th century tale traces young Sheridan’s rise from a clerk earning 24 dollars weekly to seeking a West Point cadetship. It notes his push from rural Ohio, a district congressman’s aid, and the era’s war mood against Mexico, highlighting the shoes and reading that shaped his path.
The readable text is highly garbled and shows no clear names, dates, places, or actions to summarize. No coherent event or entity can be identified beyond partial phrases.
A collection of aphoristic quips on luck, style, love, and human nature. Observations range from bets on the top dog to the limits of brevity and the vanity of fashion. A humorous wrap of pointed lines about men and women, pigs, cats, and the social scene.
A collage of lines from recent titles including The Vultures Fame for a Woman and The Wooing of Wistaria. The snippets touch on love money power passion and the female soul. The page suggests themes of desire ambition and social perception through literary extracts.
An unusual editorial fragment notes the goal of the average man is to grow capital with minimal labor. It also suggests those contemplating murder or suicide should consider ending their own lives.
A nationwide polling snapshot shows Democrats claiming large margins in many states. Reports from Lincoln, Austin, New Orleans, Denver, Louisville, and other cities project Democratic leads, with expectations of substantial majorities in governors, legislatures, and Congress. Some states show Republican hopes in a few districts.
Washington reports bubonic plague increasing in San Francisco with 35 California cases this year, all fatal. Officials warn strong measures needed to stamp out the outbreak or risk spread to other cities like Chicago and New Orleans within days of travel, given climate and sanitary conditions.
Hamburg dispatches report Guatemala says 200000 hundredweights of this year’s coffee crop were ruined by the eruption of the vole at Santa Maria.
Lake Charles La November 4 Wiley Lewis six year old son of Alderman W Lewis a prominent resident of the community met an accident yesterday afternoon that may cost him his sight while playing with an old paper shell cartridge the powder ignited and exploded A valuable horse owned by M Hirsch of the city was killed today after contacting a live electric wire that had fallen from a pole The negro driver of the animal escaped by jumping aside
Pittsfield Massachusetts November 4 Euclid Madden and James T Kelly motorman and een of Myce Electric car collided with President Roosevelt carriage they waived examination on manslaughter charge Madden released on 5000 bail Kelly on 2500 This accident killed Secret Service Agent William Craig severely injured E J Pratt driver of the president s carriage and caused minor injuries to Secretary Cortelyou and the president
Tyler Texas November 2 A meeting of prominent prohibitionists decided to place in bank 100 dollars to pay the person who would cause the arrest and conviction of anyone violating the local option law in this city. Another meeting will be held to raise a larger purse. Prohibition in fact will be in force in this county. Two capable attorneys have been engaged to assist the county attorney in prosecution of this law.
The auxiliary screw steamer Scotia departed the Clyde yesterday carrying several members of the Scottish National Antarctic Association led by William E Bruce of Edinburgh. The expedition sets course for Antarctic regions to pursue exploration and research.
San Francisco November 4 The Holland submarine boat Grampus completed an afternoon surface trial achieving nine knots above contract speed and reported satisfactory steering gear and diving machinery performance.
Northern capitalists arrive in Rusk to study iron industries and reportedly plan to buy or lease a furnace. The venture hinges on iron prices, with expectations of profitable operation pending feasibility.
Thousands of natives along the Arctic coast are dying from measles as reported by the whaling steamer Jeanette which arrived yesterday after a whaling cruise. The distressing dispatch highlights a severe health crisis among Arctic populations with the Jeanette delivering the grim update to San Francisco.
Bert Casey and Jim Sims were killed in a rendezvous trap near Glen Springs Woods county after two deputy sheriffs in disguise gained trust. They fought back with several shots but the deputies were uninjured. The deputies signaled the ambush, while Cagey and Sima planned the murder trial of George Moren in Lawton.
Heavy rainfall across multiple Texas towns boosts stock water and grass. Reports from Weimar Corpus Christi La Grange Granger Henrietta Llano Smithville Denton Lady Wharton Sherman San Angelo note beneficial showers aiding wheat fall gardens and cattle conditioning, with two inches in places and continued warmth.
Pleasant Spratling is jailed for murder after allegedly killing a 4 year old boy and a 15 year old girl on a Kentucky farm. A lynching scare surrounds the case as neighbors pressure authorities. The father is said to have threatened the other children and fled with his eldest daughter into the mountains.
Pekin reports that Sir Ernest Satow, British minister, secured publication of an edict ordering the decapitation of the Chinese military official who failed to protect British missionaries Bruce and Lewis. The edict also calls for punishment of other officials implicated in the Chen Chow killings on August 15 in Honan province.
Walter Rhoades, superintendent of Gentry Brothers dog and pony show, was seriously injured when knocked from the track by an International car Saturday morning. Dr Bennet said he was very critical last night and gravest apprehensions for his recovery were felt. He was moved from the city hospital to the Austin sanitarium for treatment.
London November 3 Boer commander Viljoen writes to Earl Roberts offering his services if Boers are enlisted to oppose the Mullah forces in Somali land.
A blaze in Karehmont Westchester County wipes out the business district and ruins a dozen families, with estimated losses around $75,000. Authorities investigate the cause as firefighters work to control the flames and salvage what remains of shops and homes.
Private telegrams received yesterday report that Bishop Hugh Miller Thompson of the Protestant Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi is sinking rapidly in Jackson. Religious leadership and diocesan affairs are poised for potential transitions as the bishop's health declines.
The entry notes Bishop Tho underwent throat surgery in New York, details are limited to indicate a medical procedure published in the record.
Beaumont Texas November 3 Deputy Marshal Buck Smith and several policemen raided gambling dives Saturday night and issued orders that the crime must cease. They appear set on enforcing the law and will not overlook any violations from now on.
In Charleston on Saturday a local merchant named Davis was assaulted by unknown assailants. He died Sunday noon after being missing since the assault. Authorities believe the victim carried a large sum of money, which is also missing.
Paris Texas Nov 3 In a district court hearing Saturday Deputy Sheriff Short was tried and acquitted for the murder of Dr Rutherford six miles south of town about seven months ago. Prosecutors contended the shooting was unlawful but the jury found self-defense proven.
A terrific rain yesterday in Bryan Texas overflowed sewers and flooded streets. The rain lingered this afternoon with a north wind and was expected to bring a chill soon.
A dynamite charge exploded under the coal miner’s window in St Etienne on Saturday night causing some damage. Aside from this, no disorders occurred in the mining districts.
Waco Texas November 3 unsettled weather continues with tight rain and bells unopened likely to sour if not opened. The ongoing precipitation threatens top crop prospects and adds uncertainty to local farming plans.
Charles Mi a landscape gardener of national renown died at his Philadelphia home yesterday at age 73. Friends and associates recall his work shaping city parks and private estates, with plans for posthumous exhibitions honoring his contributions to horticulture.
Youngstown Ohio reports Herbert J man 22 and Florence 19 killed in a passenger trail crash while riding in a car.
Cholera toll climbs to 494 deaths in Jerusalem and Ghuzzeh amid severe distress as authorities struggle to cope with the outbreak. The city faces overwhelming disease impact and limited medical resources under a harsh public health crisis.
The report notes the sweet potato harvest is underway and considerable in scale, with strong yield prospects and ongoing gathering activities. The brief emphasizes thriving production conditions and farmer engagement in the season’s work.
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