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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1905
Page
5
Observation notes that people judge success or failure mainly by income, equating earnings with personal worth. The reflection questions society's emphasis on money as the ultimate metric and invites a broader view of achievement beyond wealth.
A commentator notes the United States, despite its resources, must source materials from Europe for Panama Canal projects, warning of inefficiency and strategic risk if reliance on foreign supply persists.
A physician in McPherson is revealed for presenting a $300 bill to the Marquette relief committee for medical services to tornado victims.
The battleship Kansas is slated for launch around September 1 and will exceed four million dollars in cost. Governor Hoch's daughter will christen the vessel with champagne, serving as sponsor.
The piece argues that public sentiment toward stopping a distant war should mirror Russia's stance against Japan. It asks readers to imagine the United States at war with Mexico and facing repeated naval and land defeats, suggesting Americans would not surrender or pay a large indemnity. It emphasizes fighting to the bitter end as a national trait.
President Roosevelt sought to persuade Count Cassini that the war in the Far East should end. Cassini indicated Russia would fight on until victory and warned Japan’s indemnity could rise beyond one billion dollars, potentially forcing Russia to reconsider any future war.
A quip notes that a man who fully loses his temper and a man who becomes completely drunk share a class. Each will perform equally foolish acts according to the speaker’s observation.
In a light noted observation the piece mocks strict dress norms in a boarding house during cold weather. It highlights how polite norms may clash with practical comfort and everyday dining routines.
Secretary Taft warns Russian battleships at Manila Bay to leave or be interned. He signals firm policy to contain ships in the Philippines and at home.
The Kansas Christian Endeavorers plan a Topeka gathering from June 20 to 22 1905 with state officers and speakers including Rev Allen S Davis Rev Frank Fox and Rev Chas A Finch The Topeka Local Union aims to raise 1000 dollars and hopes for 1000 delegates Railroads may offer special rates and trains The pamphlet by state press secretary Thomas C Roe is being distributed free by Mrs T A Jackson Wichita to inform and attract attendees
The article notes advertising as a constant effort in business and remarks that Saturday's Daily Freeman prints from the Telescope office. It mentions Belleville editors often get chances to demonstrate they are good fellows.
A reader recalls last winter when thermometers fell to eighteen to twenty five below zero. The note reflects on longing for that extreme cold and a sense of satisfaction now that warmer days have returned.
After 91 years united to Sweden Norway secedes amid differing governance ideas and industry interests. The Swedish king protests the action, and possible trouble between the nations is deemed unlikely though not impossible.
A Wathena Times quote urges printing a grand sermon and a racy divorce tale aimed at a broad readership. It notes that most of the elite will eagerly read sensational pieces before breakfast and react with moral self questioning.
A ship departed from New York harbor bound for Porto Rico carrying 100 cases of Naptha 55 tons of dynamite and large quantities of gasoline. The crew faced danger like a man seated on the muzzle of a loaded Krupp gun.
Cuba Rojestvensky visited Scandia Tuesday for a friendly with Scandia Togos. Scandia won 16 to 8 in a fair game with Henry as umpire. Cuba players praised the hospitable treatment and noted the Scandia squad played a very stiff game.
Mrs Eva Wolf of Havensville brought Geo Garber s baby last night. The child has been with Mrs Wolf since the death of Mrs Garber, who were sisters. Freeman newspaper report from Wednesday.
A heavy rainfall along School creek from Belleville caused widespread flooding in Scandia. Seven inches fell in hours washing out bridges east of town, submerging cellars, drowning livestock, and flooding the Free man office. Havoc spread across crops with hail near Belleville and losses total in the hundreds of dollars.
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