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Newspaper
Saco Independent
Location
Saco, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1913
Page
2
A collection of witty jabs and sardonic observations from the Saco Independent columns. Items touch on sunburn remedies the Balkans Krupps aviation and public manners with light satirical takes on fashion, food laws, and future society. Notable quips reference Sir Thomas Lipton, duck clothing, coffee manners, and Wu Ting-fang.
The report notes that Bontnetter Réeve was summoned to assist a disabled tango dancer and had left an Eisteddfod for the task, but was not present at work on the Eisteddfod.
New York officials consider using a fingerprint system to monitor drinking. Experts forecast overtime for analysts as three fingerprints would be evaluated per case.
A public critique argues that many film love-making sequences fail to meet real intimacy, claiming viewers deserve more authentic portrayals. The remark highlights dissatisfaction with existing on screen romance and its impact on audiences.
A Chicago alienist notes love as a form of lunacy echoing Shakespeare’s ages old view. The remark is dismissed as a revival of a debated topic with little contemporary relevance.
Citizens warned after reports of mistaken use of bichlorde mercury tablets as headache remedies. Authorities stress reading printed guidance to avoid harmful drug substitutions.
A man described as the meanest so far has been found in New Jersey after abandoning his wife and offering excuses that she suffered from tuberculosis. The note hints at social attitudes of infidelity and neglect amid a public interest story.
A meditation on finding balance where the bather feels too cold in water yet too hot on shore, a troubling paradox that philosophers note as hard to attain.
An American woman travels to Italy aiming to recruit a singing bandit for grand opera. The tale notes he might be drawn to the box office and fame.
A sophisticated graduate masks broad knowledge when applying for work, keeping his true capabilities concealed from a crude interviewer. The remark highlights social tact and strategic self-presentation in early employment.
An era of aviation faces a warning as collisions risk the skies. The text notes limited space for rival ambitions in the vast atmosphere and underscores danger amid early flight.
A note mentions cabaret dancers missing a lesson observed after a rivetter dropped a hot belt inside his waistband during work. The event prompted speculation about safety and timing at the venue.
In justice to our domestic industries it must be said that home grown sunburn cannot be distinguished from the imported variety.
A playful note describes a scene where spectators endure a hot stadium while watching a marathon. The piece contrasts fan cooling with the effort of runners and hints at the season's fatigue and humor in sports coverage.
Fragmentary text mentions dogs and a germ during unspecified times. No identifiable events or persons are present to anchor a fuller summary.
Portland July 26. Attorney General Me Reynolds files civil anti trust action against the American Telephone and Telegraph company and affiliates. Government alleges absorption of independent lines to create a regional monopoly in Oregon Washington Montana and Idaho under Sherman law. Case seeks transfer of control of Seattle Independent Telephone and Puget Sound Home Telephone Northwest Long Distance Interstate Consolidated and Independent Long Distance companies, or appointment of a receiver if needed.
Mrs Ade Broughton a 30 year old woman in man s clothing collapsed at La Crosse police headquarters after an unequal struggle for money to support two children. She is hospitalized in serious condition as her mother travels from Rice Lake to her side.
Chicago July 26 David S Byrne a Pittsburg evangelist came to Chicago to claim wealth from a will. The legacy stems from his prayer six years ago in a Chicago saloon rear where a girl named Lucy Byrne said her father was wealthy. She promised to return home after their talk.
Two men plunged toward the American falls to rescue a small dog clinging to rocks above the cataract. The animal ran along the river bank and slid into the water about 100 feet above the falls. It was swept downstream but managed to grab a foothold and hold on for dear life.
A militant suffragist tried to attack Premier Asquith as he walked to Morley town hall to receive the freedom of the city. Police intervened, preventing the assault.
Sixty convicts from Sing Sing arrived at Auburn in silence amid a crowd. Guards lined the way from the train to the prison gates as the exhausted prisoners were led inside amid noisy demonstrations at several stations.
Washington reporters note the senate lobby investigating committee nears the end of Mulhall letters as hearings resume. Mulhall shows strain and asks mercy while lawmakers debate foreign influence on tariff cuts and permit AFL and NAM attorneys to question him with pre submitted queries.
Manuel Courtitis, a Greek, and Julia Gatyas, a Hungarian, wed at Crown Point with an interpreter aiding the ceremony as Judge Harvey Nicholson pronounced the vows. The couple could not understand each other’s language, highlighting love crossing linguistic barriers.
Mason City reports Mrs. 8. Strand aged 80 wife of farmer Irving near Thompson was thrown from a hay wagon when a swarm of bees attacked the horses. The wagon wheel passed over her head and she was killed instantly.
Chicago July 28 plans for a large women led protest meeting against the resignation of Ella Flagg Young as Chicago public schools superintendent were underway after the decision became known.
Fire roars through Brock Saskatchewan starting in a livery barn. High winds push the blaze, with half the town already destroyed and residents evacuating. Fire crews battle the spreading flames as the situation develops.
Washington reports the first payment of 250000 dollars for the annual canal zone rental, made yesterday. This sum adds to the prior ten million dollars already paid to Panama nine years earlier.
In Handel Saskatchewan on July 28 a worker fired a revolver at fellow workers without provocation. Foreman Charles Oldenfeld was killed and others injured. The assailant then killed himself.
A Chicago grand jury indicted Josey Fish, head of Joseph Fish and company, on arson and complicity charges along with nine others two of whom are women. The indictment follows multiple incendiary fires linked to the group.
Calumet Michigan reports an entire Michigan National Guard brigade deployed to the copper region to preserve order as a strike spreads. Merchants suspend credit while miners plan mass meetings and governors weigh potential arbitration, with militia protection in place and no immediate violence.
In Piedras Negras Mexico nearly 2000 supporters of Governor Carranza staged a pro American demonstration in the provisional capital of the constitutionalist government. Seventeen hundred Mexicans signed a telegram to President Wilson denouncing anti American demonstrations in Mexico City and accusing Huerta of organizing them.
Washington July 28 The House stalled by a Republican filibuster over the Cami netti case and adjourned after four hours of roll calls as members left for a baseball game. Majority Leader Underwood maintained a quorum and approved the journal for the last three days amid dreary repeated votes.
In New York on July 28 the New Haven Railroad directors elected Howard Elliott president and approved steps to appoint him later as chairman of the entire system with supervision over all owned or controlled properties.
In Shanghai the revolutionary effort shows signs of fading despite reinforcements. Rebels attacked the arsenal with 500 Cantonese and 1000 Hunanese but were repelled, while loyal forces and river defenses tighten control. Fires burn on city outskirts, refugees crowd streets, and foreign observers watch as government forces gain the upper hand.
Washington July 28 In a stormy house banking and currency committee session the Democrats failed to agree on the administration currency bill. After President Wilson talked with Representative Ragsdale who presented insurgent amendments the struggle to reach any agreement will be resumed.
Washington officials say a clear policy will be pursued before events in Mexico reach a critical stage as northern rebel armies close on Mexico City and federal strongholds.
Washington July 28 Information indicates former Congressman John H. Lamb of Indiana named ambassador to Mexico is selected by President Wilson to mediate between Mexican factions to restore peace The president will delay official announcement until after his conference with Ambassador Wilson.
Washington July 28 George Carroll Todd of Virginia nominated by President Wilson to be assistant to Attorney General Mc Reynolds and trust buster of the administration to succeed James A Fowler of Knoxville Tenn who will retire August 1.
Washington July 28 The House labor committee considers legislation to forbid hiring children under 14 in mines and factories and to limit women in manufacturing to eight hours a day The committee reviews bills by Representative Taylor of Colorado to prohibit interstate transport of products from such child labor mines or factories.
Washington reports drastic representations to the Huerta regime demand arrest and punishment of Mexican soldiers who shot US immigration inspector Charles Dixon at Juarez. Also called for release of mining engineers Bissell and McDonald, imprisoned at Chihuahua City, amid ambassador Wilson’s urgent telegraphs and Bryan’s backing. Dixon is moved from Juarez hospital to El Paso for treatment.
The Weather Bureau projects generally fair weather with only isolated thunderstorms. A cool Northwest air mass will move southeastward, bringing mild temperatures and no unusual heat across the week.
In Charleston West Virginia two ming watchmen and a striker were shot to death during a battle at Wake Forest, authorities report a deadly confrontation with fatalities among the guards and assailant.
Chicago July 29 Dr Rosalie M Ladova arrested at Jackson Park municipal beach for swimming in bloomers without a skirt. Police say she removed her skirt at water’s edge and swam. lifeguards pursued her in a rowboat. She claimed the act was a principle demonstration.
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