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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1903
Page
2
A collage of humorous and provocative observations from The Herald in Eldora Iowa including hints on money reform social fashions such as crinoline and golf jokes about divorce trends and public figures like J D Rockefeller Jr Bret Harte and James Lane Allen plus shots at Columbia and Panama and a quip on women versus men leadership expectations.
A Washington paper contends Adam owned the first talking machine, noting he never spoke until Eve arrived and started it. It also warns Africa is plagued by a “sleeping sickness” more acute there than in the U S Senate, reflecting satirical commentary.
Mrs Langtry lingers over Chicago weathered charisma and a Jersey accent while a Missouri husband sues for divorce after being kept on the front stoop all summer to block the files from entering the house. The season’s Christmas magazines invite appreciation of beautiful illustrations and literature.
The post office sold 7 024 902 795 stamped papers last year and the country pays a large stamp tax without complaint. A New York preacher recently became the father of triplets and if he continues preaching peace on earth it will be a remarkable feat.
The piece questions reducing college course durations while noting an expert football player could not complete in three years what was planned for four. A remark about Lady Constance Mackenzie pursuing the Mexican wild hog instead of the American species frames a broader reflection on selective priorities.
Mrs. Ogden Goulet declares she is disgusted with America and intends to make her home in Europe in the future. She has not decided yet whether to refuse further contact with American industry and life.
Commander Robert E. Peary announces a farewell tour to the north pole next June and says he shall not take his wife along. Candid remark sparks speculation on Mrs. Peary’s stance and public reaction.
A New York artist reportedly left directions in his will for a friend to review and destroy the bad paintings while preserving the good. The friend declares all paintings are good. Meanwhile wind shields and paced records face a separate classification not as regular items, with a pun on Father Time receiving a square deal.
Readers discuss teachers who advocate phonetic spelling inspired by what they view as the writer's imperfect eee sounds. The exchange centers on how pronunciation guidance and spelling reforms might reflect wider classroom debates and educational approaches.
Miss Orris Morgan of Hamburg leaped into an 80 foot well suffering a broken wrist rib and knee. She gripped a rope at bottom and was rescued. The report lists other Iowa incidents including a murder exhumation at Belle Plaine, robberies, burglaries, and local court actions.
William Slifer, a young farmer from Melrose township Grundy county five miles east of the city, was arrested by the Grundy county sheriff on a murder charge after his wife died reportedly in her sleep with an empty ether bottle found on the dresser. Neighbors doubt his self defense theory. preliminary examination is set for January 7 and Slifer is released on $15,000 bond. He is noted as a photographer of talent and author of the picture Gathering Corn in Town.
Iowa State College dairy department announces a special two week course for farmers starting January 4 in butter making and farm dairying. It targets experienced butter makers and those with one year in a creamery or cheese factory. The program emphasizes overrun issues and hand separators and teaches proper cream handling to improve butter quality.
Des Moines reports a so called silent man shot by a Rock Island patrolman at Earlham weeks earlier, brought to Mercy hospital on suspicion of a threatening letter. He escaped from the hospital grounds last Wednesday and remains at large, with Rock Island officials unable to locate him. In Iowa, trains were halted after letters demanding $10,000 in two parcels. Also reported: Mrs. Joseph Echer of Lamoille gravely wounded by her son while removing rifle cartridges, and Karol Plummer found shot in a woodshed after mental strain and family disputes threaten her marriage plans.
The Klaw and Erlanger production Ben Hur with ornate scenery and vivid tableaux will be shown at the Auditorium Theatre in Des Moines from January 11 to 16. advance seat sales begin January 7 with Wm. Foster, manager, handling mail orders and replies with self addressed envelopes.
Secretary Wilson reports Iowa will yield 221,000,000 bushels of corn, second in the nation, with top oats production and strong hay. The year’s crops cover about 17,000,000 acres, livestock valued at 276,000,000 dollars, and state soil product value near 230,000,000 dollars. Governor Cummins notes vast arable land and widespread farm prosperity.
An authoritative Canadian-mines estimate places Cape Breton Coal and Iron Company's holdings at 13,000 acres with 26 to 60 feet vein thickness, yielding at least 825,000,000 tons of coal. Profits average $2.00 per ton, potentially over $325,000,000, with additional iron land and other minerals. The report notes rising stock interest amid vague price hints.
A Denver region report details high potato yields and strong fruit shipments in Mesa, Delta, Montrose, and surrounding counties. Farmers expect record cash returns from potatoes, onions, and oats, with beet sugar plants expanding and new markets opening in Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, Texas, and Oklahoma.
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