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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1905
Page
4
Scandia comments on a possible Boris czar dispute over a loan and on the itinerary of a grand fleet. It questions Edna May and Edna May's matrimonial speculation, mentions the sultan, Manchester duke, and a looming ultimatum. The piece jokes about Corea’s future, the Sun's phrasing, and Toothpick Pasha, noting death does not settle debts.
Albert Austin, called the poet laureate by a Boston paper, says he never reads press clippings. He remarks on a playful note about 216 eggs laid by the American hen in the past year.
A strong statement notes widespread revolt against bosses and autocrats amid tensions, suggesting extreme behavior as a possible consequence. The author contrasts national identities with provocative imagery to underscore anger and power dynamics.
W. S. Gilbert claims the Punch editor refused the collection Bad Ballads when offered. He says the rejection aligns with expected editorial tastes of the period and press.
A witty remark from Puck notes that courage is not confined to one sex and suggests both men and women display bravery in marriage. The quip implies parity in boldness between genders.
Several Korean officials have committed hara-kiri as a display of sympathy with Japanese institutions, a gesture the article notes to align with Japan’s desires for world attention.
A barber who used an electric device in bed to warm his feet ignited bedclothes but escaped serious harm. He avoided severe burns, narrowly avoiding a dangerous fire. Local officials cautioned against using electrical appliances in bedding.
The piece suggests the optimal period for consuming eggs is when financial means and egg costs are in harmony, addressing readers with a light practical tone about budgeting for eggs.
A Saturday Evening Post essayist claims the horse ranks as the world’s most dangerous animal and supports the claim with official statistics, presenting a provocative, data driven warning about equine risk.
The czar of all the Russians would likely part with much of his $12,000,000 salary to learn what will happen in the coming weeks. The statement implies concern over future outcomes and personal stakes for the ruler.
A farmer who can read Secretary Wilson’s glowing report without feeling prosperous may be labeled incurable and unimaginative. The remark frames optimism as rare, casting the reader as a persistent doubter.
A vagrant aided by a Denver policeman received a windfall of 32,000 dollars. The story highlights the officer’s persuasive talk and the unexpected dividend earned from his intervention.
The leading man at a San Francisco Chinese theater reports enemies or rivals offering 2500 dollars for his assassination. He notes the danger may come from within the acting community rather than just adversaries.
King Edward plans to award the Order of Merit to Field Marshal Oyama and Admiral Togo. The move evokes memories of childhood Sunday school Rewards of Merit.
A fragmentary Sunday note quotes Gen. Horace Porter with a Scot’s quip about going to church. The line suggests keeping eyes lowered and hints at finding a purse or something of value on the sidewalk in a pious, humorous tone.
The famed pianist Paderewski is reported entirely recovered from his American railway accident after two surgeries. It is noted that inviting his dog Syracuse into the presence of the planet would not be safe at the moment.
A Senate committee returns nominations that have already been confirmed, prompting questions about process and timelines amid ongoing confirmation debates.
In a unanimous Senate vote the six Panama canal commissioners were sent back to the President for reconsideration amid calls to investigate every salary, detail, and expenditure. John Bucklin Bishop’s nomination was also before the body as Congress presses for a public, comprehensive review of canal construction.
Washington reports note a electrified storm with heavy rain and winds up to fifty two miles per hour. Initial reports suggested a tornado in Florida City though telegraph links to Atlanta Augusta and Savannah were cut. The Weather Bureau issued storm warnings for Florida coast from Tampa northward and for the Atlantic coast from Jacksonville to Savannah while Jacksonville also felt strong winds and thunderstorms.
Executives of Western railroads met in Chicago and baring into an agreement to enforce interstate commerce and Elkins laws. They will inform the Interstate Commerce Commission of illegal acts and appoint a committee to represent Western freight associations to monitor and report violations.
Rio de Janeiro reports Baron Rio Branco refuses German explanations for an incident in which German officers seized a deserter from a vessel. Brazil may seek a new proposal and both governments could appoint a neutral commission to investigate.
Article discusses the New York pension bureau handling retired and aged employees. It outlines procedures for eligibility and possible benefits, aiming to streamline support for superannuated staff.
In St Petersburg and Moscow calls for a general strike gain approval from unions and workers councils. Railroad workers in Moscow back the strike. cadets vow to stop trains. The confrontation follows czarist repression as both sides prepare for possible bloodshed in what could be a decisive clash of government and proletariat.
Senate standing committees were announced with most Republicans given chairmanships. Burton of Kansas was excluded due to pending charges. La Follette of Wisconsin and Geary of Oregon were not sworn in, leaving vacancies. Leading chairs include Appropriations Allison and Finance Aldrich.
J P Morgan and directors reject contracts of the Cincinnati Hamilton Dayton railroad for the lease of the Pere Marquette and purchase of the Chicago Cincinnati and Louisville road. The move unsettles millions of bonds held by investors across the Midwest, with potential losses depending on the eventual value of the two properties.
Pekin officials say they cannot stop the boycott, despite instructions from Na Tung and repeated orders to curb it. A Nichi Nichi dispatch cites the American minister in Pekin and notes proposals to Congress to pay Boxer indemnity of 20 million dollars, but passage seems unlikely while the boycott continues.
A parcel in Clifton, a Cincinnati suburb, has been bought for a centralized Hebrew college to replace scattered institutions. The Union Hebrew College site sits near the University of Cincinnati on hilltops north of the city. Construction and planned buildings will cost over 200000 dollars and begin soon.
In Constantinople the Belgian legation demands surrender of Edward B. Joris for trial under the 1838 treaty. The Porte objects and unrest is anticipated. Joris, a Belgian, is accused with three others in the July attempt on the sultan and was condemned to death on December 18 by a local court.
In Cheyenne Wyoming Robert E Lee, grandson of the Confederate general, was acquitted of murder in the death of Thomas King, a fellow soldier in the same company. The verdict ends a high profile case linked to a storied surname and military ties.
A letter from William Scott, brother of Walter Geet, reports Scotty's, known as the Death Valley Croesus, has been missing for ten days. Search efforts have not located him.
Constantinople reports fourteen men accused of plotting to assassinate the sultan have been sentenced to death. The trial stems from the failed assassination attempt, with authorities vowing to carry out the sentences promptly amid heightened security.
Telegraphic briefs report Thomas Beck chief of police of Wallace Idaho killed in a mime accident. Also noted were bids for Philippine railway work, a new Enid Oklahoma courthouse, and other incidents nationwide.
William A. Franklis of the Franklin & Palmer Chemical Co. Rochester N Y recounts suffering kidney failure and back pain seven years ago, describes using Deans Kidney Pills and receiving prompt relief after three boxes, with continued cure of irregular kidney secretions. Sold by all dealers at 60 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo N Y.
A Detroit Free Press aside notes the stage as an elevator metaphor, with a literary fan praising it and a theater manager quipping that actors rise quickly then fall just as fast, reflecting show business volatility.
A Roxbury, Massachusetts reader reports severe cracked skin and pain in hands preventing housework. After two doctors and several remedies, use of Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment restored them. Also promotes Bo Tanic Blood Balm claims for cleansing blood and skin diseases with home care tips.
A housekeeper friendly ad touts Defiance Cold Water Starch with 16 oz packs at 10 cents amid claims it never sticks to fabric and is free from injurious chemicals. It notes grocers may push stock and emphasizes the printed 16 oz label as proof of value.
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