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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1903
Page
3
Fragmentary lines evoke themes of wealth power and heritage with allusions to Carnegie and monarchs. The text blends historical imagery with requests for valor and heralded figures as a New Year approaches.
The article surveys how civilizations date years from Rome, Mecca, the Exodus, and Christ, and explains solar and lunar calendars. It traces day and month origins, the seven day week, and notable timekeeping devices from obelisks to Clepsydras, clocks, and the Gregorian reform.
Foxy Grandpa Grosvenor of Ohio boasted in Congress about American achievements in foreign markets until a tack in his metaphorical tire exposed a New York American item. Benny of New Jersey countered with rail prices in Beirut showing U S rails at 22 88 per ton, while domestic prices reach 28. The exchange led to a broader look at labor slack and industrial decline amid financial woes.
The Hon. J. G. Cannon said the day the Republicans nominated him for speaker of the House that the people sought prosperity and strong leadership. He framed the moment as a pledge to advance policies benefiting citizens.
The Republican national committee seats Perry Heath as secretary with Hanna's support and party grafters applauding. Roosevelt backs Heath amid postoffice fraud scrutiny, signaling control by sportsmen factions and undermining Bristow’s exposure efforts. Critics say Heath’s elevation harms good government and coverage of party scandals.
Dan's Index shows the cost of living higher on December 1 than November 1 and still well above five or six years ago. Millions have had wages cut in the past two months. The piece questions trusts for lowering prices and whether they can squeeze blood out of a turnip and when they will ease the pressure.
A lengthy editorial laments overcapitalized trusts in New Jersey and calls for stronger enforcement of the Sherman act. It contrasts public publicity with criminal prosecution and ends with a Christmas greeting to Commoner readers.
The Baltimore American comments that Colombia should reflect on the greedy dog fable and the bone it dropped, while noting the republic’s current diplomatic work for profit, allegedly straying from common honesty.
The steel trust plans a wage reduction from 15 to 25 percent affecting 150000 employees starting January 1. The move is projected to save the trust about $15 million annually. A promotional circular is expected to accompany the cut praising stability and the full dinner pail.
Perry Heath states he will resign again after exploiting the statute of limitations and tempts opponents to discharge him. He targets several pillars within the Republican establishment seen as vulnerable to influence.
The annual Nobel prize of Sec.1at) has been awarded to William R. Cremer M. P. for his work in behalf of international arbitration. This is enrocharg ing. That amount of money is almet one-half of the winner's ret profits in the last prize figh.
Captain J F Keil of McKeesport Pennsylvania requests information on the whereabouts of John P Keil a 54 year old plasterer and Mesonite fraternity member.
The text recalls Washington's warning on entangling alliances while noting public curiosity about a new Vanderbilt-born girl. It mentions a parade of infantile earls and dukes being schooled to observe high society circles.
The quote questions the Sherman anti trust law and calls for the president to testify about the Panama deal. Senator Hoar seeks full disclosure and is said to be out of favor at the White House over this issue.
The text claims Nebraska has plunged into debt since Republicans ended fusion rule, describing the rising costs as a costly form of redemption for taxpayers at a rate of about 1.05 dollars per minute.
Secretary Root says he is willing to stand for all that General Wood did in Cuba. The remark is bold yet suggests he may overextend if he takes on more duties.
Mr Hanna weighs current conditions and future probabilities suggesting Roosevelt could secure the nomination by Hefault. Caele Marins appears cautious about opposing a foreordained defeat.
A British scientist forecasts that in about five billion years the day will be fifty five hours long. He notes that society may adjust work schedules as the cycle changes and people sleep longer, affecting labor time.
The remark questions whether senators use office power to secure re election rather than win elections. It implies a general concession that incumbents may leverage official positions to improve chances of re election, contrasting with standard campaign methods.
The excerpt shows debate over placing an emancipation proclamation in the Sulu stocking and whether administration would object on a technicality about stockings. Mr Hanna resists, yet speaks with confidence tied to a trusted ally.
A humorous remark credits President Roosevelt with wearing far sighted glasses to foresee Panama's independence. The quip frames the president as having anticipated events before they occurred.
British papers recall Transvaal history and urge the president to act decisively. Perry Heath resists resignation. Uncle Mark faces pressure as allies resist moves. The Panama affair dominates editorials with strong calls for leadership changes.
The item notes Zeigler attempting to belittle boodling charges as a temptation yields a larger misconduct issue, reflecting a political finance scandal tone.
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