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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1911
Page
1
The Charlton News and Courier argues that some colleges breed indolent students from wealthy families who seek social life over study. It urges sending 18 year olds to smaller colleges and finishing at universities only after gaining discipline and maturity.
Dr. Taylor of Vassar argues that women attend college to learn whereas many men seek sport or pride in showing activity. He notes physiological factors and past restrictions that shaped girls to focus on study and so excel in youth scholarship.
Platinum now trades at 43 dollars an ounce, up ten dollars in six months. A century ago it barely differed from gold, but rising industrial use has strengthened its price, while 1906 figures show volatility with gold trends.
The funeral ceremonies concluded for the late King of Siam who died October 28. His death likely brings relief to his many widows and ends a long period of royal mourning.
A remark notes that some people stay unexcited by young women leading new skirt styles and fashion movements.
A Denver girl placing a matrimonial ad in a newspaper drew about 150 proposals within two weeks. The note suggests a scarcity of suitable girls in Denver.
The note argues that the phrase should reflect plural reference with them instead of it, highlighting common errors in pronoun agreement when describing multiple garments. It discusses usage rules and stylistic implications for writers and editors.
The reader asks if the trousers skirt includes hip pockets and seeks practical details on garment design. The question reflects interest in pocket presence and functional features for wear.
This passage notes veterans assuring inquiring friends they will surely come back this season. It captures hopeful talk around baseball comebacks and the morale of players and supporters.
A saying notes the greatest strength lies in a person who declines to marry a rich widow, framing independence over financial alliance as a bold personal choice.
President Taft thanked the Democratic House for its stance on Canadian reciprocity at the Waldorf Astoria. He praised the House for a statesmanlike approach and urged the Senate to pass the agreement. He warned against expanding free trade via favored nations clauses and noted farmers were influenced by circulars.
A bitter clash over books and papers at the International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers headquarters followed the McNamara arrest. Lawyer Geo Rappaport and President F. M. Ryan resisted police seizure, while prosecutors seek grand jury material connected to the Von Spreckelson explosions. Deputies guard the association basement compartment where dynamite was found.
A gulf storm barrelled along the western Texas coast causing more than 500000 dollars in damage and wrecking the United States regulars camp at Camp Crockett. Tents housing about 4000 men were blown away while rainfall exceeded 12 inches and winds reached 65 miles per hour forcing many to flee to Galveston for shelter.
The railroad reports over 3,000 miles of dispatching telephone lines now in service with 3,000 more planned. Upon completion about 40 circuits and over 900 telephone stations will be linked along the lines, with extensions anticipated. The system offers faster safer dispatching than the telegraph and does not require an expert operator.
Former Speaker Cannon urged careful consideration of the Canadian reciprocity bill in Congress. He criticized the administration for sending the measure to Congress without House consultation and said he would vote against it as contrary to constituent interests.
Mrs D H L Ingersoll of San Francisco identified James B McNamara as J B Brice the man who rented a room in her house and who is linked to the giant gelatine used in the Times Building explosion authorities say. The man is among three who purchased the gelatine near San Francisco.
Representative Gardner of Massachusetts introduced resolutions of inquiry after Representative Ickfenderfer of Pennsylvania charged that money and influence granted an eastern manufacturer a monopoly on army and navy shoe contracts.
In Washington the Lorimer case revelations provoke panic among senators. The mention of Senator Stevenson sparks interest and hints at possible investigations into the elections of several senators, suggesting discomfort beyond Lorimer himself.
The Railway Mail Clerks of Missouri Kansas and Nebraska refuse AFL affiliation following resolutions adopted at their annual convention at the Coates house in Kansas City Missouri.
In the closing immigration season Halifax, Nova Scotia reports more than 40,000 new settlers entering Canada through its port. The surge highlights the port’s pivotal role in national settlement efforts.
Snow fell in Vicksburg Mississippi for the first time in history while reports from the gulf coast of Florida to Louisiana indicate a mighty storm with hurricane proportions. Wire and railroad communication between many points were cut off due to the severe weather.
Negotiations nearly complete for leasing grounds near Washington Illinois for use as an aerodrome by the War Department. The department plans to purchase several aeroplanes as part of the project.
The census bureau reports U S paper production in 1909 at about twice the 1899 level, with total output valued near 286 million dollars. Major gains are noted across the industry reflecting rising demand and industrial capacity.
The Interstate Commerce Commission publicized that operating revenues of all steam railroads in the United States rose to 215,037,017 in January, up from 210,808,246 in January 1910. The gain reflects overall growth across the system and highlights year over year momentum in railway earnings.
Dr H E Peterman of Johns Hopkins argues at Osler Hall that uric acid exposure is not the main factor. He states tonsillitis triggers rheumatism and removal of tonsils cures the condition.
A bill to enlarge the national house of representatives from 391 to 433 seats and apportion them to states by the latest federal census passed the house.
A nurse with twenty years of experience touts Resinol Ointment as the best remedy for skin troubles and eczema. It is praised for cooling healing effects on sore nipples and advertised as available at the drug store.
A rustic exchange depicts Péle’s claim that Sam’s wife attacked him with a rolling pin during a heated incident. The remark hints at celebratory mood tied to a wedding, with wood and kindling flying in the tense moment.
Miss Elizabeth Gehrki of Forrest City Arkansas describes six months of intense eczema on her neck. After trial of doctors and other remedies she used Cuticura Soap and Ointment for three weeks, reporting sleep return and healing with scab shedding. The advertisement notes samples and a 32 page booklet from Potter D. & C. Corp.
A clipped dialogue from London Opinion sets a wary tone about employment for Bill. The exchange emphasizes reassurance that the work is temporary and not cause for anxiety.
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