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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1902
Page
3
A chaotic river of recollections recalls a bear encounter in Arkansas, where a hunter forgot his gun during a pursuit and relied on improvised hand to paw combat. The tale centers on Billy and the bear described as a grizzly, with other hunters watching and reacting to the near-miss.
The Baltimore article recalls a lighthearted social outing with playful observation of city life. It mentions a cousin visiting the metropolitan scene, a trolley ride, a playful game, and a later country club visit, all described with a sly, amused tone.
A garbled passage shows a Philadelphia street scene with stray dialogue and scattered names, featuring a woman, a man named Holland, and a lounging figure watching a boat. The text mixes stray quotes and fragmented narration without clear events or resolutions.
The report notes about 1 000 diamond workers in Amsterdam out of work while U S Steel spends about 100 million annually on wages. It cites scarce Mexican labor prompting recruitment of Jamaicans guaranteed a year of work. Kansas unions gain power to elect the state Labor Commissioner. Georgia fruit and peach crops promise higher returns than cotton. Platinum remains scarce with production mainly in Russia and California. Rail line workers sent for care to California and a broader tally of child labor and factory employment in the United States is highlighted alongside early 20th century strikes in England France and Italy with varied success rates.
The New York Times notes Senator Pettus of Alabama is genial and influential. He explains that a new senator who flatters every pending question loses credibility as he repeats assurances on unrelated issues.
Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman recently spoke on the coin tax. A man told three friends about his servant breaking china. The Englishman advised dismissal, the Scot suggested deducting from wages, and the Irishman urged raising the wages to cover the damage.
The shortest street in Paris, Rue des Degres, features fourteen stairs, no shops or doors, and no swelling houses. Carriages cannot stop on it, but it allows passage along its length. Most of one side is lined with posters while authorities have still given it an official name.
A historical note on Roman emperors shows that among ninety three rulers who governed large parts of the empire, sixty two died by murder or under suspicious circumstances. The text comments on fashion trends and social wealth, reflecting late antique concerns.
Official tallies from the state canvassing board show Republican and fusion candidate votes for the November 4, 1902 election. Mickey R Thompson F ledger lists 5,355 11,811 13,084 across the statewide ticket.
The address discusses economic changes shaping nation power focusing on Britain Germany and the United States. It notes Britain’s historic lead in iron steel machinery and coal, America's rise to wealth and manufacturing, and the mobility of capital and labor. It argues that home demand strengthens export power and that large scale production lowers costs.
A Black person was hung from a telegraph pole. a wretch assaulted and was removed by the sheriff. No further details on location or individuals are provided in the readable text.
James Moore, a Kentucky man identified as the assailant of Mrs. Mary Davis of Sullivan county and Mrs. Lemon of Knox county, was seized by a mob near John Lemon’s farm and lynched from a telegraph pole after a pursuit that began in Lawrenceville. Law enforcement arrived too late to prevent the mob action.
The coal strike commission heard testimony on miners health and wages. Gibbons warned against underage mining and critiqued ambulance service. Dr. Butler reported high miner inmate rates at the Wilkesbarre poor house and lungs black upon autopsy. Wage advocates cited annual incomes from 375 to 450 dollars for laborers and 400 to 450 for miners.
In Nebraska City on November 21 Robert Spencer, eighteen, was attacked by a vicious boar while feeding penned hogs. He fought the animal with no weapon, was knocked down four times, and sustained severe gashes and bruises. His younger brother aided from outside, drawing attention and helping him reach safety. He faces two weeks bedridden before recovery.
A chaotic incident disrupts a horse show as an intruder storms the box occupied by the Vanderbilt family, triggering security measures and a tense standoff. No injuries reported.
Carrie Nation caused a stir at a New York horse show, haranguing attendees including the Vanderbilt party and then seizing a bottle to denounce drinking. Police removed her after she disrupted the gala and targeted caterers and guests with sharp rebukes. The Nebraska notes follow with a list of local incidents and civic items.
W J Campbell arriving from Guatemala cites heavy losses from the volcanic disaster. He estimates up to 5,000 native deaths and widespread ruin of coffee fincas valued at millions. Albert James finca, with machinery worth 300000, is wiped out. Meyers finca, 750000 in gold, ruined. Quezaltenango city damaged as residents flee amid sand and ashes.
Admiral W. S. Schley visiting en route from Kansas City to Washington attended a Hamilton club breakfast in Chicago. About 100 guests filled the plated tables as prominent citizens greeted him and listened to toasts. He departed at noon on the Pennsylvania for Washington.
Matt Patterson cashed a $500 draft at Bonesteel South Dakota and rode to the Whetstone creek north fork with 2000 cattle owned by J S Walker of Page Nebraska. The next day his hat was found on the trail, blood on the saddle and lariat, and missing half the bridle. A 20 man posse has searched without success and authorities believe rustlers killed him and cast his body into the Missouri River.
Guthrie Oklahoma November 22 One of the Lincoln Nebraska Burlington train robbers is under arrest in Oklahoma for a serious offense authorities keep his name and confinement location private The heist resulted in eight thousand dollars being stolen from the express car and the public awaits further details
G A Darlington, a packer and music student, shot Bertha Sheldon in the arm after a quarrel over last night’s escort from a store. He then shot himself in the head and died. Darlington, from Strathcona Ontario, served in the South African War and was about twenty four.
Telluride Colorado reports Arthur L. Collins general manager of the Smuggler-Union Mining company was shot by an unknown assailant on Wednesday night at Pandora and died this morning. He was born in England thirty three years ago.
Nebraska City reports a journal error dating from a Syracuse man named William Lempkey accused of harming a minor. A subsequent dispatch wrongly charged William McTice, who fled the country and was later captured. Incorrect naming caused by officer confusion harmed a respected citizen.
Climate and terrain along with road conditions and the distinct populace hinder the growth of automobile use in Brazil.
In Chicago on November 21 a railroad guard, Charles E Dillon, was shot fatally while stopping a freight car looting by thieves in the Chicago Northwestern yards. A switchman, Cr Yoran, was arrested nearby with broken car seals in his possession.
Chinese Minister Wu Tingfang, on stop in Chicago en route to San Francisco, criticizes today’s reports of a planned expulsion of foreigners from China. He calls the rumors false and says they disgust him. He was hosted by Hip Lung, a Clark Street merchant, during his brief stay.
A cable from the Philippine commission reports cholera cases reduced to five daily from thirty four a week ago. The relief is noted and officials believe the Mariquina watershed feeding Manila’s water supply remains uncontaminated.
Fremont Nebraska Nov 22 The horse and buggy of A Allen stolen from Cedar Bluffs Wednesday have been found abandoned several miles away. Thieves left a quantity of Bahde Bros store plunder with them and remain at large. A farmer recovered the rig and it was reclaimed. Authorities believe the thieves had another rig waiting and fled after transferring their booty.
Rear Admiral W S Schley and other guests of the Commercial Club spoke briefly to students at Manual and Central high schools in Kansas City. The group then toured suburbs and convention hall before Schley departed for Chicago on a special Chicago and Alton train this evening.
Governor Durbin notified Sheriff Dudley that the Sullivan county office is vacant and the coroner becomes sheriff ex officio. Indiana law requires a sheriff to vacate when a prisoner in custody is lynched. Last night a mob removed Monte and killed him, leaving the sheriff to be reinstated only if he signs he was powerless to protect his prisoner.
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