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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1906
Page
4
A mosaic of quotable items and aphorisms touches on England's cabinet changes, Alfred Harmsworth, women's independence since the pencil sharpener, courage in trials, and a humorous anecdote about a rock thrown and missing. It suggests a light editorial collage rather than a single narrative.
The obituary notes the death of John Bartlett, editor and compiler of familiar quotations, and quotes a line about life and sleep. A Kansas City judge is mocked for ruling silk skirts are not a life essential, with playful remarks about marriage.
An 80 year old Chicago man has secured a marriage license, marking a notable late-life union. The report references a provocative jibe at Osler in the same item.
The remark ends the message with a brisk, practical plea for funds. It reflects the austere, resourceful tone of expedition correspondence and underscores the immediacy of support sought for polar undertakings.
A man referred to as Mr. Ryan is described as a bachelor who avoids answering questions, illustrating a stereotype of bachelor independence and reluctance to engage in inquiry.
A fragmented note suggests Henry Sienkiewicz should devote attention to Russian politics and accelerate his Napoleon trilogy. The text reflects a personal wish or critique rather than a formal announcement.
Studios forecast a comeback by artist Charles Dana Gibson within two years returning to his iconic black and white illustration style. Skeptics wonder if the creator can reclaim previous form and public interest.
A quip notes there are about 3 567 822 stars visible in the night sky as a playful measurement of the idea of many stars in a lover's eyes.
A rich farmer relies on an Ae automobile to pump water and provide shelter for corn, showing a pragmatic approach despite lacking a poetic soul. The scene highlights inventive adoption of tools in agricultural life.
A quoted writer of sporting gossip claims vast sums vanish in a single season from national sports and Wall Street. The remark warns that money leaks away faster than circulation, reflecting broader concerns about finance and fame.
A fashion writer notes a modest evening hat priced at $50 and warns against candidates who send bills as a form of electioneering for a job, reflecting local political pressures described by the Chicago Journal.
A fragment describes New Jersey bringing a muley cow that barks like a dog and facing a challenge from Massachusetts involving a rabbit that attacked a man and bit his nose. The language is odd and the overall meaning is unclear.
A fragment notes eight titled Hag Hunters killed 3,800 pheasants in three days. A reference to an American live-pigeon shooter implies a need for apology for remarks made about them.
Fragmentary Boston note discusses annual spending of 6.5 million dollars and attempts to estimate remaining funds after losses. The text is incomplete, with outdated punctuation and mid sentence thoughts, offering no definitive figures or context.
The fragmentary text references Sage Mor Ot and J. Pierpont Jugsell in a garbled note. No coherent event or clear identities emerge to form a full news item.
Moscow reports indicate a deepening crisis with ongoing battles in Baltic states and Poland. Insurgents gain accessions from nearby towns while government troops rush reinforcements but face border rail disruption. Baltic provinces threaten annexation to a new Lithuanian republic as unrest widens.
Call money in New York soared to 125 percent, the highest since 1899, as banks rushed loans ahead of January disbursements. A $400000 loan on this basis was reported, with early bids at 30 then rising to 60 and 70 before noon. Demand remained urgent as brokers sought funds in anticipation of year-end needs.
Thirteen traffic men from the West have traveled to Washington to confer with the interstate commerce commission. The aim, sought by railroad officials, is to secure a universal observance by Western railroads of all laws pertaining to transportation.
A crowd of black residents allegedly mobbed a white manager in a new colony town between Fargo and St. George in Valdosta Georgia. He barricaded himself and opened fire, killing five men and two women and wounding seven others.
Armed Livonians crossed the railroad line between Saint Petersburg and Berlin at Redjitza after burning estates and looting churches. They tore down images and sacred relics before retreating eastward. Troops from Saint Petersburg pursue them.
Mrs Joseph Brown aged 18 was buried here after a life of six marriages. The fragment notes her marital history and local burial, with limited readable details on dates or relatives.
Paris reports the minister of marine ordered Northern squadrons to ready cruiser division for immediate deployment possibly to Russia. The article notes a prior French loan exceeding a billion dollars to Russia since 1870 and warns that a political upheaval could complicate debt collection.
In Oregon’s eastern region a popular subscription aims to raise about 80,000 dollars for Miss Roosevelt’s wedding gift. States across the Union will host lists, with 10 cent pledges allowed per person, and funds sent to state treasurers then to the U.S. Treasury. Subscriptions close February 8.
Clarence J. Shearn, Hearst's chief counsel, says Hearst will pursue his bid for mayor. He plans possible recounts of votes, investigations into campaign contributions, and quo warranto actions to challenge Mayor McClellan's right to hold office, though steps are not yet ordered.
A unique railroad event occurred aboard the Los Angeles Limited’s initial run. Union Pacific officials hosted a formal Christmas banquet for forty Eastern newspaper men returning home after Salt Lake City as the train departed Ogden, Utah.
A report circulated in St Pauls states James Hill will retire from active railroad work January 1. Hill says he will retire soon but would not specify when. He will be succeeded by his son L W Hill, and James N Hill, vice president of Northern Pacific, will assume duties formerly held by L W Hill.
Chairman Shonts and Chief Engineer J F Stevens arrive to present canal preferences to the isthmian canal commission. Stevens backs a lock canal at a moderately high level as the preferred design option.
Boston report states the American board of commissioners for foreign missions received a cable from Constantinople about a severe earthquake in the Harpoot vilayet of Eastern Turkey. It destroyed many houses left numerous people homeless and destitute.
Cedar Rapids Iowa reports B B Kynder former banker linked to a $100000 depositor losses fled to St Louis and was captured Anamosa court imposes a fine for his crimes as details outline his arrest and sentencing.
Reports from Santa Domingo say President General Carlos Fr Morales fled the capital for an unknown destination. Government troops pursued the chief magistrate and a fight occurred about ten miles from the city, with rebel General Pimentel attacked by government forces. The fugitive president’s whereabouts are unknown and he may seek the coast to board a sloop toward Puerto Plata to join Governor Perez who has been dismissed. Mail from Monte Christi notes Guayubin Dajabon and Lebaneta have risen against the government amid the Dominican American fiscal agreement.
An immigrant aboard the Carthagenian named Andreas Stockberger said in an interview that in Odessa the violence was driven by Jews attacking soldiers. He described troops marching through main streets as a mob of Jews fired bombs and attacked soldiers, with civilians on rooftops and windows urging bloodshed.
Charlestown naval station notified Washington that Admiral Dewey's Christmas greeting from Cuba was read by wireless telegraph operator at the station. The reply, sent from Guantanamo by Commander Rodgers, traveled 1100 miles before being read at the naval station here.
New York report from the insurance investigating committee was considered and referred to the counsel. At the close of the meeting Mr Fowler said nothing could be released. Mr McCall stated that the report was favorable to himself.
Fire practically ruined the interior and contents of the Exchange hotel one of the citys largest. Guests fled in their night clothes. Several members of the Princess Chic Theatrical company were nearly asphyxiated and carried to safety by firemen.
Charles M. Crouse, a leading Syracuse man, received two letters purporting to be from the Black Hand demanding $2,400 in cash placed in a cigar box outside his residence or his house would be blown up.
In Bluffs council 1A Odd Fellows lodges held a Christmas observance marking the fiftieth anniversary of General Grenville M. Dodge joining the order. Ex-Congressman Thomas Bowman delivered the principal address.
Secretary Taft approves Lieut. General Nelson A Miles retirement from further duty with the organized militia of Massachusetts. Orders have been issued to carry out the relief from militia service.
George Powell county clerk elect of this county received a letter from President Roosevelt announcing the first Medal of Honor awarded under the 1905 act for conspicuous bravery. Powell, a locomotive fireman, ran along the engine to save a child on the track, saving the child at his own risk and losing a leg and suffering other injuries.
The Civic Federation finds 80,000 residents granted naturalization by Cook County courts since 1870 are aliens. They argue universal suffrage is negated as these papers created voters unfit for citizenship, urging Congress to revise naturalization laws after a 1903 inquiry into night court sessions and hasty naturalizations.
Washington reports the removal of Irving Baxter, the United States district attorney for Nebraska, by President Roosevelt. Baxter prosecuted Richards and Comstock, cattle raisers charged with fencing public lands. the defendants were sentenced to six hours in custody, with the marshal deputizing Richards and Comstock’s attorneys to supervise the six hours. The marshal faced removal for showing leniency.
Leading Seventh Day Adventists warn friction between Ellen G White and Dr John Kellogg may trigger removal of about 3000 church members from Battle Creek. Two mass meetings have been held and report an early emigration of many Adventists to Tacoma Park near Washington D C where the church already has a colony.
Washington reports 2009 smallpox cases and 69 deaths from June 30 to December 24, far below last year’s 5192 cases and 159 deaths. District of Columbia shows a rise by nineteen cases while Illinois Indiana Kansas Missouri Ohio Wisconsin各 record declines.
The general land office orders withdrawals of 7 280 acres of land in Washington for irrigation projects. Thirteen townships in Walla Walla and nineteen in the North Yakima districts are affected.
Oxnard California report states Senator Bard, recovering from a fractured hip after a carriage accident, is not in immediate danger and improving. Physicians expect a full recovery though he will be confined to bed for months.
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