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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1906
Page
3
A collection of humorous notices and opinions spans topics from politics to fashion. Mentions include Nicholas Longworth shopping for wigs, boxing gloves on football, sealskin costs rising, a Vermont gold mine find, and social calls in Germany. The piece notes Boston Globe wit about splitting infinitives and a Grand Army encampment set for Minneapolis beginning August 13.
A German baron laments he cannot subsist on $40 weekly, pondering whether a baronial life could be sustained with such an income if he applied himself.
Col Pettit argues the nation exists to sustain the army, but the army exists to preserve the nation. He urges a reoriented view where military power supports national aims and citizens.
A Chicago professor argues beans and soup lack wholesome value and pancakes add to the concern, a view noted by the Boston Globe. The claim centers on nutritional balance and digestibility in common meals.
The passage argues that no individual in the country merits a 150000 annual salary and adds that much more could be said in support of the claim.
A letter written by George Washington sold recently for 250 dollars. The note humorously hints it would have been unlucky if Washington had relied on a typewriter.
Said Pat McCarren of New York before an Irish audience I would put dynamite under London tonight and blow it off the face of the map. The remark sparked discussion about strong rhetoric and its reception among listeners.
Fragmentary excerpt shows a figure named May Yo he seeking a divorce from Capt. Putnam Bradlee Strong. The text hints at dissatisfaction with supporting husbands and suggests an ongoing marital dispute. The source lacks clear dates or full names.
President Eliot notes the rich have their handicaps but the poor would manage with pocketbooks if they could obtain them. The remark contrasts social classes and access to resources.
A claim that a new province breaking from Russia will feature a chorus with the words Livoni-atl Livoni-at Swee-de-le-wee-bum Hi-rasa is not true. The report appears unfounded and lacks corroboration from official sources.
General Sollogub, newly named dictator of the Baltic provinces with supreme powers, is praised as a capable statesman but his name is noted as unremarkable and uninspiring.
President Corey argues he was not the sole financier at a stag dinner party and suggests there may be substantial grounds to believe others shared the role. He asserts there is more to the matter than claimed and hints at supporting details.
Miss Gilman calls the bathhouse incident greatly exaggerated and questions the status of several so called millionaires noting their wealth likely does not exceed 700 000 to 800 000 dollars each.
A Buffalo woman recalls her husband’s shift from once weekly to daily drinking after eight years of marriage. She notes marriage can have a negative impact on some men.
In New York the taking of testimony for Missouri suits to oust Standard Oil began in Henry Wollman’s office. Frank Rockefeller attended, and depositions may be filed in Kansas City and Missouri Supreme Court. An old New York law demands longhand writing. witnesses must wait while the commissioner reads questions. The process will take many days.
County investigators report Eliza Maursell aged 75 shot her sister Deborah then turned the gun on herself at a farm house near East Springfield, about fifteen miles west of Erie. Detective Frank Watson believes poverty and old age affected the women, leading to a deadly act.
The deputy marshal Bill Tilhma of Chandler demands the $500 territory reward for arresting and convicting Mrs. Sophronia Ames and Ben Jackson murderer Jim Woods. Claims also arise from John Ozman Sam Barteil and Shawnee Oklahoma City officials involved when Woods was captured. Woods, now serving life in Lansing Kansas, entered the Ames home at night and killed Mrs. Ames and Jackson. Miss Adelia Smith survived after a gunshot wound.
Washington reports Dominican representative Mr. Joubert sent a cablegram announcing General Rodriguez was killed at Puerto Plata on Wednesday after three days of fighting. The country was reported quiet and officials hoped the situation would soon clear.
Brunswick Maine William J Bryan has given a prize to Bowdoin College for the best essay on free government principles. The award is named the Philo Soerman Bennett prize.
In Louisville Kentucky Mrs. Sallie Pollard, fearing she would go insane, killed her infant son and fatally wounded herself in a grim domestic tragedy.
Chicago Division No. 1 Order of Railway Conductors held its twenty ninth annual anniversary dinner in Drill hall Masonic temple with Presidents and high railroad officials as guests of honor. About 400 attendees heard letters read from President Roosevelt Vice President Fairbanks and Great Northern president James J Hill among others. The event stressed cooperation harmony and good fellowship between employer and employee.
Washington reports growing hostility toward foreign interests in China. The Navy delays sending the Oregon home and plans to strengthen Asiatic forces. President intends two more battleships to join the squadron next spring. Secretary Taft orders reinforcements to the Philippines and immediate deployment of two infantry regiments and two artillery batteries, expected in Manila by March 1.
In Kingston Jamaica Gen Morales fugitive president and Gen Rodriguez clashed for seven hours at Puerto Plata with limited casualties. Rodriguez massed outside the town awaiting a second assault as Morales supporters within the city cause ongoing trouble from rooftops and windows.
New York reports the transcontinental freight committee raised the minimum loading of cars from Pacific coast to eastern points. Over ten years the dried fruit minimum rose from 4,000 to 50,000 pounds, with similar large percentage increases on other Pacific coast products.
A committee of traffic managers from Eastern trunk lines has assured the Interstate Commerce Commission of railroad intent to comply with laws on rebates and special privileges. After a recent conference with the commission, the committee continued work to secure pledges toward adherence.
The Steamer Touraine arrived two days late in New York as a gale delayed the voyage. The storm flooded the cabins due to rough seas and giant waves.
In a fatal case linked to jealousy, a 25 year old husband killed his wife Mrs. William Good, aged 15, then took his own life. The motive cited as jealousy and domestic strife.
FRANKFORT KY Judge Thomas H Paynter was nominated for United States senator on the first wallet Tuesday night.
A roundup reports Samuel Husted of Waterloo Iowa killed by an Illinois Central train. Governor Herrick pardons Leonard Kitzelman after 23 years for second degree murder. Balloonist M Marcillac plans a Spitzbergen start with wireless gear and an electric motor for 200 hours. Byron White of London reports a $5000 robbery on a Wabash line. Frank Bonner, major leaguer, dies of blood poisoning at 41. US artillery battery marches 1000 miles to Fort Sam Houston. Burlington railroad indicted on rebates. bonds set at $5000. Carnegie to winter in Dungeness. coronation notary Jessie Johnson, 14, in Indiana. Bob Fitzsimmons receives Roosevelt’s kind letter after defeat. Horace Eagle flies 800 feet from water works to Erie and Robery streets. Ohio lobbyist crackdown order. Foss calls for Americanizing US consulate service and salaried positions.
A parent recounts a six month old boy suffering severe eczema with crusts over the mouth eyes and body. After unsuccessful doctor visits the family used Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent and by ten weeks the child was well with clear skin. F Hobrath president of C L Hobrath Co. South Bethlehem Pa June 6 1905.
Georgia Senator Augustus O. Bacon, back from Europe, wears a minuscule watch on his lapel to fend off tedious interviewers. The contraption, not bigger than a thumb, is delicate yet keeps good time and signals Senator Bacon’s willingness to cut conversations short with a glance at the ticking device.
Dr. Carl Von Ruck of Asheville disputes Dr. Emi Von Behring of Germany over the tuberculosis cure. He says he first used the treatment and informed Behring in 1902 at Marburg, sent reports, but received no credit.
The fragment shows a Chicago Tribune headline quoting a fiery line about Hanks. It preserves a lively period voice and headlines style despite OCR gaps. The readable text emphasizes a spirited critique or remark linked to Hanks and a roaring stance.
A Denver reader credits Postum Food Coffee with ending years of chills fever headaches and indigestion caused by coffee. She reports sustained relief for over three months after quitting coffee and warns others to avoid coffee or tea. Her daughter also stops coffee and sees memory and health improvements. The ad claims Postum cures liver congestion and urges replacing coffee with Postum.
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