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Newspaper
New Ulm Review
Location
New Ulm, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1915
Page
4
The New Ulm Review argues against a $500 million military buildup, noting it would cost about $5 per person and $26 per average family, with many wage earners earning under $500 annually. It contends the plan imposes an income tax of five to ten percent on underpaid workers and offers no real benefit to them.
The Public argues that Democratic congressmen opposing President Wilson’s preparedness suggestions are the administration’s true friends. It suggests Bailey’s success in blocking or defeat of revenue measures would aid his party and country. Even a defeat could curb militarism and slow concessions, shaping future policy.
A Home Life column defends Warden Thomas Mott Osborne’s reform program at Sing Sing, praising the Honor System for convicts and criticizing the New York Association of Grafters. The piece argues for mercy, reform, and supporting efforts to uplift misguided individuals rather than branding them for life. It likens Osborne’s battle to Judge Lindsay’s in Colorado and urges public backing for humane punishment and rehabilitation.
Mrs. C. W. Miller traveled to Rochester last Wednesday when news arrived that her mother Mrs. O. G. Hanson suffered a paralysis stroke. On arrival Mrs. Hanson had regained consciousness and doctors hoped for recovery. The right side remains paralyzed but use may return with time. Dr. Miller and the children returned home while Mrs. Miller stays with her mother. Meanwhile the Doctor’s mother leaves New Ulm for St Peter as her son E. E. Miller returns home with his bride.
Last Thursday Frank H Behnke received a state warrant for 986.00 as the county fair’s share of state aid to agricultural societies. The Brown County Agricultural Society received about 300.00 less than expected due to a 85,000.00 state cap and pro rating at 73.7 percent. The Public Examiner C E Johnson found the society in good condition with net worth 16,180.27 and a 5,230 total attendance for the year, noting proper reporting to state authorities.
A playful pastimes segment describes a dumb crambo style game where months act before an audience. January scatters good resolutions, July evokes Independence Day, September hints Labor Day, and November recalls Thanksgiving. The audience guesses which month corresponds to each cue for a prize.
A reflective meditation on bids to the past year with Lamb and Charles Lamb cited. The passage laments the twelve months of deeds and sorrows, noting personal losses, time’s value, and a solemn, year end tone.
A sentiment encouraging steadfast faith through trials and joys. It urges marching on in fellowship with Jesus, determining to have Christ every day despite difficulties or ease. The note attributes the thought to Theodore L. Cuyler.
TheHolstein and Guernsey breeders meetings will feature W F Schilling of Northfield and G Watson French of Davenport as speakers. Minnesota Farmers and Home Makers Week offers lectures on farming, home care, foods, clothing, and con ferences for housewives, with evening entertainment and a major farmers club meeting to decide on a state federation.
The Census Bureau notes a higher death rate in Minnesota over 1912–1914, tied to a stabilizing, aging population and less influx of young migrants. Minneapolis shows a similar rise, with 12 deaths per 1000 in 1914. Dr Bracken cautions the rise reflects settlement and aging, not necessarily improved health.
Returns from the State Board of Health indicate New Ulm water is as good as any, with East Side residents pleased that their spring is vindicated after prior suspicions it caused local disease. The note suggests the East Side had resisted, while affirming water quality citywide.
Engineers tested stopping distances for cars at various speeds using a fifty horsepower car with perfect brakes. Results show that increasing speed by 50 percent over twenty mph doubles stopping distance. at 8 mph stopping within six feet, 15 mph needs at least fifteen feet, 20 mph twenty-five feet, 30 mph fifty-three feet, 35 mph eighty-seven feet, and 40 mph one hundred eight feet.
George Inhofer died Sunday after a six week illnesses from a stroke at his North Franklin Street home. Born November 16 1840 in Bavaria he came to America at age twelve and later settled in Nicollet County Minnesota moving to West Newton Gibbon and finally New Ulm. Survived by wife Agnes Mickel seven of nine children and four sisters the funeral was at Holy Trinity Church and St George Catholic Church with interment in St George Cemetery.
Mrs. Mary Schriever of St Paul visits her daughter and son in law Mr and Mrs Stanis Sperl in the city. Mr and Mrs Wm Roedel, visiting the Roedel parents Mr and Mrs Carl Reinke, return to Sleepy Eye. Alfred Reinke joins the trip home and will stay a few days in Sleepy Eye.
The week includes services at Holy Trinity First Congregational Bethel Nicollet and Friedens churches with variations on New Year observances. Rev Albrecht of Fairfax spent Monday at St Pauls parsonage and Miss Clara Ross returned from Minot to teach. An Armory New Year dance is planned after a strong turn-out at Monday night’s event. Debut of 14 year old pianist Miss Lorie Mayer praised for recital at Theatre Music room under teacher Miss Reed-Stone.
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