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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1902
Page
3
A fragmented summary describes wage cuts and hiring practices in various regions including Neah Bay Washington Japan China South Africa and Germany. It notes proposed workday reductions in the United States and discussions of arbitration in Illinois alongside labor actions and management responses.
An engineer in a Sumatra rail system reports sea water exposure corrodes steel rails. He cites Port Emma’s line as twenty years old and heavily affected by rust. Rails on the breakwater line have lost weight and width, with annual corrosion around four percent of new rail.
A fragmentary exchange shows a New England man arguing about rail timetable delays. The conductor replies calmly that the issue reflects yesterday rather than today, implying uncertainty about exact departure times and future schedules.
A concise, cautionary note discusses order and restraint in actions. It emphasizes that one must avoid harmful behavior and maintain clear measures to know one’s limits when sharing resources.
Fragmented text mixes patriotic strains and hymns about Columbia the gem of the ocean and the Red White and Blue. Includes lines about war, liberty, victory, and sailors at sea attributed to Emma Willard, with chorus and naval references.
A Negro man was charged with aiding grave robbers after bodies were found dumped with ashes. The incident appears linked to soldiers in India and authorities are investigating the motive and suspects involved.
A physician explains that colds arise from many causes and no single method works for all. Nasal deformities, digestive issues, and overindulgence contribute to susceptibility, while laxatives, fasting, and abundant fluids are advised. avoid alcohol and hot toddies, emphasize cool baths, fresh air, exercise, and sobriety in living habits to reduce colds.
Neighbors surmise the historian novelist is overwhelmed by publishers demanding an immediate tale. He contemplates dramatic options such as Pat Crowe kidnapping Peter Power or marrying Peter Power to Mary MacVane in the final chapter.
A humorous explanatory note accompanies a wedding gift from a friend. The note describes a box containing a thingamajig related to eating, likened to a cross between a harpoon and a haymork, possibly a tool for spearing pickles on shredded cabbage. The couple is promised happiness regardless.
A fragment discusses the pace of life after breaks, likening a man to a pair of soles in rapid motion. It suggests a quick recovery or continued effort following interruptions.
The readable text hints at a discussion around initials or letters representing names, suggesting a puzzle or coded reference. No clear persons, places, or events are identified in the fragment.
London reports the British government weighing dispatching Indian troops to Somaliland to counter the Mad Mullah. The Berbera vice counsel cites Colonel Swayne’s dispatch and mentions Karl Inger, an AustrianHungarian officer, as linked to Mullah movements. General Manning travels from London to Somaliland to speed reinforcements.
General Davis reports nineteen commissioned officers faced court martial with six acquittals. Two cadets were convicted. Enlisted men convicted total 4,854 with 158 sentences disapproved and 430 acquittals. Dishonorable discharges reached 2,965 and eight death sentences issued for murder, desertion, enemy service, or robbery. Commutations and alternative penalties followed.
The body of Zella Short who was accidentally shot near Parsons Kansas was buried in two cities. Funeral services conducted by Christian and Methodist ministers were held in Parsons Friday and again in St. Joseph this afternoon. A large crowd attended both solemnities as the remains were laid to rest.
Indianapolis detectives report that on Saturday a wagon was unloaded at the northwest dumps. Among trash barrels were parts of a human body including feet arms and the torso. The remains appeared burned supporting a theory that a grave robber disposed of bodies in stock.
The American Royal Cattle show opens in Kansas City with hundreds of entries from fifteen states. Prize winners from British and Scottish fairs are present, with swine breeders and Angora goat breeders nearby and many Brokshire Poland China and Jersey Duroes on display. Theown Agricultural college sends a fifty strong practical agriculture class to attend.
Three masked men robbed the Tillamook stage five miles from North Yamhill Oregon last night taking about $200 from passengers. They forced everyone to line up on the roadside and surrender valuables before escaping into timber. No arrests reported and capture seems unlikely due to heavy timber.
Switchmen of St Paul and Minneapolis demand an 18 percent wage increase and shorter hours. The grievance committee of the Great Northern met officials twice and received no definite reply within forty eight hours to consider concessions or a strike.
Oakland Calif October 24 reports from Tribune interviews with railroad union leaders and members indicate a planned demand for higher wages within thirty days. The push targets Southern Pacific and about twenty two western lines, arguing rising living costs, higher workloads, and increased business profitability justify raises for over 30 000 workers and potential growth to 250 000 on the system.
After a week of trial and fifteen minutes of deliberation a Chicago jury in Judge Brentano's court returned a not guilty verdict for Edward Coughlan charged with the murder of Chas Hart. Coughlan a cabman had claimed self defense saying Hart first attacked with a wagon wheel weapon. Hart reputedly left an estate of over 400000 dollars and had threatened to dock back pay. The state had sought the death penalty but the jury found justifiable homicide.
In Jefferson City Emil A. Musenburg of St Louis appealed a bribery conviction. counsel for defense and state presented arguments as the case moved toward a possible ruling within thirty days. Musenburg, ex city council member, received a two year penitentiary sentence. In St Louis Judge Douglas ruled Colonel Butler cannot act as bondsman for several indicted legislators, with Butler's bond limit established at 135000.
A chilling murder scene in David City unfolds as investigators probe the death occurring in a bedroom. Authorities describe the incident as a shocking homicide with details limited as the inquiry continues.
Local report states Harvey Lillie was shot at his residence during an alleged burglary. Police are investigating the motive and searching for a suspect described as a masked intruder. No further details on injuries or victims released.
Narvey Lillie a prominent David City merchant was shot in bed by burglars who ransacked his home stealing 300. A bay team buggy with two men was seen fleeing south. Police, citizens, and bloodhounds pursue leads as a 200 reward plus 800 raised funds offer intensified effort.
In Jerome Iowa Mrs Juan Kreebs shot her husband after he threw water on her while she slept. The couple argued after he retaliated with a cold douche and she fired a shotgun into his stomach. She has been held for murder.
Bloomington dispatch reports police moved prisoner Robert Kirk to the county jail to curb mob vengeance at Clinton. Kirk faces murder and robbery charges against a railroad section hand. He will remain jailed as tensions ease.
In Clinton Illinois a gang of Italians confronted a resident after a slugging and robbery. Joseph Taylor, a railroad worker, was fatally shot by a gang member. The assailant was jailed and the rest of the gang was shipped out by the railroad to avert further trouble.
King Edward invited nearly four hundred recipients of coronation war honors to Buckingham Palace. The investiture took place in the hall with unusual ceremony. All great officers of state attended and wore the ribbons and medals they possess as directed by the king.
Belle Fourche South Dakota October 27 The cattle shipping season closed with the last beeves shipped from Middle Creek station two miles west of town This has been the heaviest season Belle Fourche has known with more cattle shipped since July than any other western point Officials estimate over 100000 head sent out 57000 to 80000 beeves valued at 4450000 to 5000000 Feeders to bring about 3000000 later lifting the year’s cattle business in Belle Fourche to near 8000000
Dr. Bellario Porras, leader of the first revolutionary expedition, calls for a peace commission to govern surrender terms between government representatives and revolutionists. He warns that prolonged war is a crime and fears American troop intervention may stay in Colombia.
John Walkman a barber was accidentally shot and killed on Thespian hall stage during a charity show. Chas Meinil a troop member led a apple shooting routine at twenty feet target. the third shot hit Walkman in the forehead killing him. Meinil is arrested on a charge of manslaughter.
The Lotos club entertained the crown prince of Siam and his party at a New York dinner with 250 members and guests. He thanked the hosts for the reception, spoke of America as a good neighbor, and expressed hope for stronger commercial relations with the United States. He added that his visit might direct American attention toward Asia.
United States Consul Alonzo Garrett of Huntington West Virginia reached the consulate after a twenty day hunting trip with friends in the Sierra Madre mountains. The party suffered hunger as they became lost before Garrett’s return to Lando Mexico.
Lead South Dakota October 25 The Elkhoro railroad now operates five narrow gauge locomotives for the Bald mountain ore run and the Lead Deadwood line. The latest engine arrived from the factory and was commissioned on the ore service. The five engines share the same design size and weight built for steep grades and sharp curves on the branch lines to the up-wind mines.
The Swedish Methodist church at Saronville has been reopened. Local reports note revival meetings led by evangelist A. W. Henry from Lincoln at Arborville. Mrs. R. M. Allen of Ames suffered a stroke last week while L. Speltz of David City moved to Ord to erect a large elevator. Mrs. C. E. Adams of Superior was named national inspector of the Woman's Relief Corps. Floyd Smith's 5 year old son in Beatrice was injured by a buggy but expected to recover. Frank Fentser died near Bradshaw from injuries in a runaway incident. he was a long time county settler.
The Roman Catholics of Roseland approve construction of a brick parish church north of Rosland with an estimated cost around 10000 dollars.
The five year old son of Henry Klusman of Wymore died from diphtheria after exposure during a recent trip to Atchison.
W. J. O. Keyonn of Omaha signed a contract with the Lincoln city council to purchase the Lincoln Rapid Transit company property and the Home Street Railway company assets for seven thousand dollars.
At a special meeting the Board of Education voted to submit to voters a proposition to convey the unused Alcott school building in the first ward to the new city hospital association for hospital use. Miss Hannah Ericson of Edgar was badly scalded in the face when boiling water spilled from a dipper she was lifting from a boiler.
Weather favored maturation of late corn with multiple loads shelled and sold for 45 cents a bushel. Apple and potato crops are reported large this year.
The Ord Milling Gralo and Live stock company secured a miller and their mill is back in operation after years of idleness. Work on the gas and electric light plant is advancing with the power house rising and mains to be laid. The plant should operate by December.
A mortgage was filed at the Beatrice register of deeds office by United State Gypsum Co to Federal Trust and Savings Bank of Chicago as trustee for $1000 at 5 percent interest. J. C. Burch of Omaha, formerly Wymore, serves as secretary of the Gypsum company.
A dispatch from Los Angeles warns to watch for John Gross who abducted his two children from his wife after custody was awarded to her in Lincoln. The children are 5 years old and 20 months old.
A freight car derailed from train TL near Falls City causing thirteen cars to pile in a ditch. No trains could run until late next night. No injuries reported as the car with people stayed on the track by chance and fortune.
About three miles west of Lindwood the Hastings train killed Anton Brezina’s year and a half old child as it toddled toward the track while the father threshing nearby. The infant was found dead after the train brought it in.
Robbers blew open safes at the Union Pacific depot and the post office and robbed the J. E. Cooley Lumber Office. About $200 taken at the depot 125 at the post office and 160 in the lumber office. Interiors of the depot and post office were wrecked by the explosions.
James N. Davis of Ithaca received notice of his son Private Alfred T. Davis of Company L, First Infantry, killed at Basey, Samar, P. I. He died September 9, 1902, at age 20 from acute pneumonia after enlisting March 20, 1901. He was buried with military honors and his body will be disinterred and returned to the United States.
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