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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1904
Page
2
A column of stray notes covers naval, literary, and social lore with jabs at submarine mines, a crash on stage, bicycle revival, moralizing on The Sweet Girl Graduate, and chatter about Rhode Island battleship, hits on U S public schools, and a Pittsburg suicide linked to organ music, reflecting light gossip and commentary.
The text claims non-professional military authorities guiding Japan into Siberia and Russia in under three months are revising their estimates. It also asserts that boll weevils propagate massively, implying a strong warning about the consequences of collective inaction on race death by own action.
Fragmented text hints at a corporate decision by Western Union directors amid a $5,000,000 pool room service income dispute. It references Uncle Rus, a chivalrous man, Oxford season, a ruby ring valued at $15,000 robbed from Spencer Trask, and alleged limits on women’s higher education in Boston with high jump mentions.
Reports claim the emperor has deposed a favored aide who allegedly ran affairs for a decade. The text suggests a divided stance on modernization, with plans to save money now and limit future entitlements, while a couple marries in St. Kans and limits on spending are implied.
A New York banker received a nine year prison term after stealing $10,000. The sentence signals that judicial leniency for large thefts is no longer presumed and that enterprise crime carries serious penalties.
A Chicago university professor named Starr describes a "miserable continent" as not fit for the development of the highest type of animal life. The passage suggests he may have been pressed to work hard, possibly shipping another ton of coal.
Charles R. Flint of New York has bought two Chillan cruisers for 5,500,000 and is seeking a third. For a private individual, Flint appears well fixed in sea power.
The Journal of the Deceased devoted to obituary work is the latest Paris newspaper venture. Ethical concerns will push doctors to avoid listing their names in the publication.
Old seadogs note the Gulf Stream runs at an unwanted speed. Politicians will claim credit or blame once they decide whether this is advantageous, framing the issue against the other fellows.
The quote attributes praise to Senator Depew for speakers Gledstone at 80 and Simon Cameron at 90, while noting Chauncey is reminded of his own age of 70. The exchange highlights public figures and aging in a witty framing.
Japanese torpedo boat destroyer Tkaguchi reports explosion and mine clearance near Talieh Wan Bay. Volunteers from Kushid province, superb divers, offered to remove Russian mines and worked under water for long periods. The effort highlights Japanese resolve as Admiral Togo confirms Russians destroy or beach remaining ships to avoid capture.
In Wisconsin the state secretary of the Baptist Association reports that John D. Rockefeller has withdrawn his annual $100,000 support to the Baptist church of which he is a member, with $1,000 previously allocated to Wisconsin churches now redirected to missionary work in China, ending local funding.
Knoxville June 6 Suits Attorney General CG Cates and Speaker Tyson of the Tennessee Legislature filed a libel action for 25000 dollars against State Senator W Lodgerwane and the Journal and Tribune in a sequel to the bitter senatorial battle in the state.
Washington June 6 President Roosevelt has joined the United Spanish War Veterans Association. Commander in Chief Harold C. McBrew of Indianapolis is arranging for his formal introduction into the organization.
City Engineer Ericson and Streets Chief Mitchell visit Terre Haute to inspect brick streets with Peter Klolbyssa and Andrew M. Lynch of Chicago.
William Randolph Hearst discusses his presidential nomination bid and argues the party faces real issues beyond conventions. He rejects bolting and urges a progressive Democracy focusing on trusts and monopolies as the central campaign question. He emphasizes issues impacting masses over party platforms.
In Dubuque Iowa on June 6 the Dubuque Retailers Association announced plans for a tristate fair to be held in August. The event aims to surpass Des Moines' state fair in scope with exhibits showcasing industrial and agricultural progress from Winds Wisconsin and Iowa. The fair, set for one week, is expected to attract over 40 000 visitors and seeks to become a lasting annual fixture. The promoters have incorporated the fair association with a capital of 80000 dollars.
In Syracuse two burglars hit a safe for 800 dollars then attempted another robbery. Police interrupted the second break in a pistol duel in the street. One man was captured badly wounded, the other fled by diving into a large sewer. The arrested suspect withholds his name, deemed a famous crook by police.
Five hundred freight handlers of the Southern Pacific Railroad Company walk out in San Francisco on June 6 demanding higher pay and a nine hour workday. The action disrupts equipment and schedules as the workers press for better conditions and rest periods. Local officials monitor negotiations and anticipate further labor actions if demands are not met.
In Washington on June 6 the statutory retirement of Rear Admiral M I Johnson led to Captain W M Folger being promoted to rear admiral and Commander G Blockinger to captain.
Senator Stew art of Nevada sold his dairy farm near Washington for 110000 less than prior value. He says the sale purifies the milk supply of the district and he does not regret the transaction.
An explosion in the gelatin e house at Hercules Powder Works in Pinole California on June 6 killed three men. The blast wrecked the building and its contents valued at about 20000 dollars.
New Haven Conn June 6 It is announced that to curtail expenses amid the depression a trade four of the large steel plants in the city will lay off 2000 men July 1.
Heavy rains across the Black Hills cause rivers in Whitewood Deadwood and City Creek to overflow. Homes, barns, sidewalks and a mining plant are damaged or destroyed. One man drowned while trying to save property. Rail lines and street bridges are washed out. In Kansas City flood conditions ease slowly with rivers receding and trains resuming. Arkansas City faces new danger as Walnut River rises, forcing families from homes.
Milwaukee June 6. L M Alexander a leading Chicago executive of the General Paper company says Wisconsin papermakers will try to break the strike this week. The first move targets the Combined Locks mill where enough nonunion workers have been hired to restart operations. If this succeeds the plan will spread to other plants.
Three hundred papermakers from Appleton Kaukauna Neenah and Menasha gathered in Appleton to plan actions for the strike begun Saturday night. President Mackey of the International Brotherhood of Paper Makers urged the locals to make no overtures to manufacturers and to let the situation unfold, pressuring employers to take the first step toward conciliation while workers ignore concessions until recognition is demanded.
Lancaster Pa June 6 Several weeks ago William Vandevere age 265 of Coatesville came into possession of his father's fortune. He went on a prolonged spree. He was found dead in his cell as the result of alcoholium.
Captain Matthew E. Hanna, former military attache at the U S legation in Havana, Cuba, has been ordered to rejoin the Second Cavalry at Fort Assinniboine Montana. He led the first reconstruction of schools in Cuba.
John A. Powell 30 of Livingston Kentucky died after brain bullet removal surgery. He had carried the bullet ten months without apparent mental impairment while serving as a private in the Ninth Infantry.
A 2500 strong crowd rioted when a planned bull fight at the exposition grounds was halted. They demanded refunds, attacked the stadium, and set the structure ablaze, valued at $25,000, as police and county officers struggled to quell the mob amid arrests.
Shelbyville Indiana June 6 The jury found Albert N Peake guilty of shooting at constable Robert McColly at Waldron on July 28 He faces a sentence from two to fourteen years at Michigan City prison Peake operated a Waldron saloon and resisted arrest for selling liquor without a license firing two shots one passing through the officer's hat
Monroe Mich June 6 Mary Cousino a long time county resident died at Erie Her funeral was attended by her ten children one hundred grandchildren and one hundred twenty great grandchildren
Curtin Jett, under a life sentence for the murder of Attorney J. B. Marcum at Jackson, has been moved to the prison at Frankfort, continuing his confinement after conviction.
Prof Hasse a Leipzig statistician challenged the Kaiser at a Pan German congress in Lubeck accusing him of personal government and placing courtiers between himself and the people. He is an author of statistical and political works.
NYU Chancellor MacCracken announced that at the seventy second commencement honorary degrees will be conferred on Elthu Root and Mrs Russell Sage along with seven others. Root will receive Doctor of Laws and Mrs Sage Master of Letters. Justice Willard Bartlett will be honored with LL D.
Ex Governor Frank S. Black of New York prepares his Chicago convention speech to place President Roosevelt in nomination. He has reviewed principal points with the president and agreed on the administration policy stance for the address. Seconding speeches will be made by local supporters.
Elmer Gilbert of Trenton sought death by self harm by the creek but became entangled on a spike at the bank and hung in his trousers. After ten minutes of wriggling he cried out for help and was pulled to safety by bystanders.
President M B Ingalls of the Big Four rode through Cleveland and, hearing the smoke from locomotives at the Union station, urged all railroads using the station to improve conditions at once. While in town, plans began for replacing coal engines with electric motors in depot work.
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