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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1906
Page
1
A writer argues that dullness breeds complacency and misjudgment, warning that self satisfied people reject lively ideas. True simplicity comes from discarding hindrances and living by trained impulse and instinct, not inherited poverty of spirit.
The article cites O S Marden and Success Magazine noting the first forty years of life are training and preparation. It argues wisdom comes with time and growth, with examples from Osler and Lincoln illustrating varied paths to achievement and the idea that many only mature after forty.
A special Agriculture Department report outlines U S food exports with the United Kingdom and Ireland as major customers. It notes Britain obtains about half its meat supply from American sources and discusses broader export patterns amid uncertain phrasing and historical context.
Seven heavy wind storms were reported in Rice county and adjoining areas. Rushton suffered the most damage with downed wires. no fatalities confirmed. Bend in Barton county reported seven winds near the town. a vacant district 62 schoolhouse and a thrashing machine outfit were ruined. Rain and hail occurred. past tornado activity recalled in the area with some property damage in Stafford.
A wind storm lashed Stafford and Rice counties, damaging Bushton and causing extensive destruction. Seven houses collapsed in Bushton, the Friends church ruined, part of Stafford hotel destroyed, and many barns wrecked. Several injuries reported, with one woman mortally injured in Rushton as the storm followed a loud roar prompting hurried evacuations.
A Kansas windstorm day leveled a district 62 schoolhouse northeast of Great Bend while the building was empty. Morning rain gave way to strong winds and later small cyclones with additional rain and hail in the afternoon.
Washington reports that Garfield plans to urge the Justice Department to take action against Standard Oil Co. after completing an investigation directed by a House resolution. Garfield conducted much of the work himself visiting Kansas Indian Territory Texas and other states gathering confidential information.
Robert G. Proctor private secretary to Senator Lodge pleaded not guilty today to an indictment charging he did not turn over to the Republican state committee a $225 contribution received from John G Bestgren of Quincy in 1904. He was released on bail.
In government circles a belief persists that Japan has not fulfilled its pledge to open Manchuria to international commerce. Officials say the region remains unsafe for foreigners and therefore the doors have not yet been thrown open.
J. H. Hawley, lead state counsel, says Western Federation of Miners retained W. Bourke Cochran to assist in the defense in the Moyer Haywood Pettibone murder case in Boise Idaho.
Willie Hoppe the boy billiard wizard has accepted a long match challenge from Jake Schafer for a $10,000 stake. The match will be played in New York after the world championship tournament concludes.
A boy shouted Fire inside St. Ludmila’s church at Twenty fourth Street and Albany Avenue triggering a deadly panic. Three people died sixteen injured eight seriously as chaos spread among fleeing worshippers including many children. the culprit fled and remains unidentified.
Washington reports the treasury has recovered with a surplus of at least 10 million by year end, contrasting last year’s nearly 24 million deficit. Revenues from imports and cigar tax steady. spending cuts under Cannon and Tawney shrink the deficit. February surplus reaches 1.1 million, March balance climbs to 5.77 million, despite canal costs.
Mrs. Ethel Beatty daughter of the late Marshall Field sues the Chicago executors to compel turnover of stocks and bonds totaling 857000, claimed to have been given before her father's death but never delivered. The action is described as friendly and intended to grant legal authority for transfer, adding to her inherited 6 million dollars from the estate.
Lawton Oklahoma. Indian Agent Silcott found about fifty miles of fence torn down around the Kiowa Comanche pasture reserve south of Lawton. Lessees claimed a right to the fence and had removed it.
S H Velie Jr of Kansas City leaves Glenwood Springs with Samuel Hines to hunt bears on White River near Buford. They are the first party to start out after a bear this season in the mountains of Colorado.
In Bluefield West Virginia a woman a man and a child were found dead in the mountains south of Richlands. Authorities say the victims may have been dead at least a month. The man shows a bullet wound in the forehead while the woman and child have crushed skulls indicating foul play. Remains are not identified.
Three stables and five cottages near Breckinridge Street burned, damaging ten horses owned by George W. Biscell of Pittsburgh and James Baker of Lexington. Loss estimated around fifty thousand dollars.
President Roosevelt held talks with Senators Long Warner and Hopkins over proposed amendments to the Hepburn Bill. Officials say the president favors some changes but cannot secure votes for broad reforms including court review. He may veto if a sweeping amendment advances, while a limited injunctive clause remains uncertain in passage.
Boston reports estimates of Edward C. Swift estate from Swift & Co. head’s fortune. Figures vary by several million with estimates around 9 to 10 million dollars. Friends note prudent management, disposing of risky investments for top securities. Swift held 2,000 shares in United Shoe Machinery and stock in United States Smelting.
Indian Agent Kelsey has 112000 for the Delaware tribe settlement. About 1100 Delawares will share the payment in full settlement of all government claims. Payments start April 23 at Bartlesville and proceed to Nowata April 27 and Vinita May 2 with adults drawing for themselves and guardians handling minors. Administrators will draw for Deceased Delawares since October 13, 1904.
In a historic Iowa event Governor Cummins and Representative George D. Perkins met for the first time in a GOP gubernatorial debate. They spoke at Spirit Lake to a large crowd, with a warm reception as the party factions spar over Dickinson County representation ahead of the state convention.
Charles Billingsley and James C Robb, officers of the defunct Capitol National Bank, were arraigned before Federal Judge Irwin on indictments charging bank wrecking. Both pleaded not guilty after twenty four hours.
Telegraph from Corfu reports the royal carriage was struck by a cart carrying several drunken peasants. The incident did not damage the procession or the royal vehicle.
A promotional pitch for Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery. It highlights honesty in ingredient lists, claims medical endorsement, and asserts no alcohol or habit forming drugs. Also notes free consultation at Buffalo and promotes Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for constipation.
Dr. Dawson Burns analyzes official returns on alcohol consumption in the United Kingdom, noting a 1905 decrease of about 25 million dollars and marking the sixth consecutive year of reduced expenditures. The six-year total drop exceeds 110 million dollars, with 1904 alone down over 28 million dollars.
The Railway Age article argues railroads suffer too many wrecks, a claim noted by the Atlanta Constitution. The piece underscores the conservative, technical focus of the publication and its relevance to rail industry safety discussions.
A burglar, not inclined to talk, is expected to become a major nuisance once he discovers a locked safe. Police report he may reveal details only if forced to take action, highlighting the risk to property and potential cooperation with investigators.
A woman doctor recounts a neuralgic headaches patient who weighed 140 pounds in 1904 and dropped to 110. After trying many doctors, she took Postum Food Coffee prescribed by a female physician and gained weight, noting headaches faded within weeks. She now travels alone with clear head and stronger nerves, attributing recovery to Postum and referencing The Road to Wellville.
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