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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1904
Page
2
In France a law requires all seamen to deposit 3 percent of wages with the government. The fund funds a service pension for those who have served twenty five years under the French flag at sea. Pension amounts vary by service capacity, and after a pensioner dies one half of the pension continues to the widow.
A historical note links Lincoln’s saying not to swap horses while crossing a stream to Cyrus the Elder of Persia who reportedly advised assigning troops to stations when the contest begins, implying no time to change horses.
In a Westminster county court case reported by the London Standard a painting bought for 1s. was resold within a day for £78, changed hands again in two or three days at £250, and after another two days sold to a new buyer for £500. The rapid price escalation underscored volatile value perceptions in the art market.
The text argues that memory lapses stem from slovenly habits rather than inherent failure and stresses the need for reflection before action. It suggests initial thoughts may be strongest only after repeated consideration to refine them into sound conclusions.
A vivid anecdote about redoubt soldiers near Sebastopol who hold a soup ritual. A shell bursts in their midst and a composure-filled Russian runs to drop the shell into the soup pan, calling out Wel come, Mariah Ivanovica, and inviting the taste of their soup.
A description praises Russian generosity to the church noting weekly offerings come from all classes. The czar, nobles, officers, soldiers, and common people from prince to moujik contribute regardless of rank.
A reflective piece contrasts worry and work, arguing that true success comes from working without excessive worry. It cautions that both labor and anxiety together neither ensure success nor failure, and implies that excessive worry can be self-destructive.
Mr Fiatington scolds his wife for feeding the lap dog breakfast food and cream while the dog gnaws up his tone collar buttons on top of the dresser. The Cleveland Leader reports the scene with wry humor.
A municipal burial rule from Gies sen Hesse states that interments are only permitted after death occurs, and in all other cases a certificate signed by the mayor is required.
Cattle in Bavaria are widely used for plowing and hauling. They are yoked in a curious method that directs the pull from the forehead rather than the neck or shoulders, unlike the ordinary practice elsewhere.
A London worker has amassed hundreds of Union Jack flags of varied shapes and sizes. His entire home furniture is covered in bunting and even his shirt is red white and blue.
A New York Press quote notes a woman’s view on bargaining, suggesting she pretends a sale item isn’t desirable when selling and that she cannot live without it when buying. The remark reflects gendered stereotypes about shopping and value.
Ostriches live about thirty years on average and a captive bird yields two to four pounds of plumes per year.
Objectors in Transvaal resist a census as an invasion of private life. They deem the government data collection an improper intrusion into personal affairs.
Last year fishermen at the Azores netted a whale from which they extracted ambergris valued at 3475 dollars. The harvest highlights early 20th century whaling profitability and trade in marine byproducts.
The King of Denmark owns a vast and valuable birds eggs collection with specimens of nearly every known kind. The aggregate value is estimated at about 76000.
Rockefeller to spearhead a colossal amalgamation of American and European mineral interests. Key players include Heinze, Clark, Moffat, Sullivan, and Western and Haggin affiliates. The plan targets control of vast US mineral output, with a delayed final move anticipated by January 1, 1905.
Linton Indiana June 13 James McDonald recently acquitted of murdering Bedford school teacher Miss Sarah Schafer has moved to this city and taken work in the coal mines He says he was warned he would be lynched if he did not leave Bedford within twenty four hours Miners have purchased a set of mining tools for him
Antlers Oklahoma Territory June 13 five members of the Smith family were drowned at Wadena during the flood. The father mother and three children perished as floodwaters swept the area. Communication is cut off and Antlers has had no mail service since June 4.
Dr. Barton Wallace of Franklin Indiana, father of young artist Earle W. Wallace, arrived at Queen's county jail and escorted his son to a private sanitarium after police found him running wild with a pack of dogs in Highland woods.
Montreal dispatch reports five killed and over 100 endangered after the Richelieu and Ontario company's steamer Canada collides with the Dominion Coal company's Cape Breton near Sorel at dawn. The Canada sank within twenty minutes. Passengers fled to the Cape Breton as crewmembers and boats rescued many. four named victims and details of the ships and sequence are given.
River erosion near Lakeport township, south of Sioux City, consumes a 400 acre farm once owned by Robert Buchanan, valued at 75 dollars per acre. In five years the Mis souri river has completely swallowed the land and continues to threaten other farms, including the John Nairn estate with over 200 acres lost.
West Plains Missouri June 13 1911 William Hesterly a schoolteacher was shot dead by George W Bundren a farmer at Bundren s home after a quarrel over a charge. Hesterly tried to draw a revolver but Bundren seized a rifle and killed him Bundren surrendered to authorities.
A representative of the English Venture company has inspected the Gold King Consolidated Mines in Silverton Colorado and reports indicate the English firm is seriously considering purchasing the mines. Eight years ago they were new and little known, but through development work they now pay handsome dividends on a $6,000,000 capitalization.
The Bank of North Manchester, among northern Indiana’s most conservative, passed into the hands of Louis Signs as assignee after posting the notice on Saturday morning. The failure involves a capital of 42000 dollars and was caused by bad loans.
Springfield June 13. Gov Yates issues flag day proclamation marking the anniversary of the American flag and calls for display of the flag on all public and private buildings in the state along with appropriate school observances.
The corner stone of Prince Hall, a home for colored Masons orphans and widows, was laid in Rock Island on Sunday by Grand Master H. Barris. The building cost $5,000.
The 1903 agricultural survey cites losses mounting into hundreds of millions due to plant diseases. Potato blight hits New York hard at 10 million. cotton root rot causes 2 million in Texas. widespread threats to corn, apples, grapes, and peaches follow in multiple states. The Mexican cotton boll weevil emerges as a key pest.
Thomas Ryan aged 23 of Jersey City is shot dead by Salvator Rossi after a clash at a Jersey City ferry slip. Rossi and a companion, fleeing the scene, knocked Ryan’s young daughter down during the rush to depart. Rossi fired once, then walked away and was later captured.
Fort Wayne Indiana June 13 Charles Dunn was found guilty of murder in the death of Alice Cothrell and the jury sentenced him to life imprisonment.
Washington Pennsylvania June 13 Mrs Maria Cooper colored born a slave at Winchester Virginia died here aged 110 She lived through slavery the Civil War and long afterward in the town and was one of the oldest residents in the area Her death marks the passing of a witness to a broad swath of American history.
Subterranean noises have been heard for days in Jalisco with sharp shocks reported in Colima. No serious damage noted. Eight further shocks recorded in Guerrero and Chiapas.
In Nashville Indiana on June 13 two children of Louis Kuhn Morgantown ate poisoned bread intended for a dog. They were saved by rapid, heroic medical intervention from physicians.
Halifax reports a fatal bare fists fight in Glace Bay between 6 foot 226 pound father Bully McRae and his son Jack. They clashed in a bar over money, barred others from entering, and fought for an hour until the father died. Police arrested Jack McRae.
National League Brooklyn four St Louis three in an early game. New York two Chicago zero. Cincinnati seven Philadelphia two. St Louis six Brooklyn two. Pittsburg nineteen Boston one. American League New York six Chicago. Detroit eight Washington three. Philadelphia one Cleveland zero. St Louis seven Boston one. American Association Columbus ten Milwaukee six. Louisville three Kansas City one. Indianapolis six St Paul six. Minneapolis four seven Toledo two. Milwaukee five Louisville three. Kansas City one Indianapolis one. St Paul six four Minneapolis four seven Toledo two. Western League Denver three Sioux City six. Des Moines five Omaha three. Three Eye Springfield six Dubuque two. Decatur nine Rockford six. Rock Island six Cedar Rapids four. Davenport three.
Prairie du Chien June 13. Patrick Davie aged 60 section boss and Lynas Marsden aged 30 laborer were killed on a Burlington train on a sharp curve before they could remove their hand car. Davie had supervised the line since its construction nineteen years ago and leaves a wife with seven children. John Kendall aged 65 was also killed by a north bound passenger train while walking from La Crosse to Lyndville to visit a daughter and sleeping on the track.
Two hundred Lincoln-McKinley Memorial association members who voted for both presidents arrived in Springfield from St Louis. Local members greeted them and the visitors attended proper ceremonies at Lincoln's monument, with exercises held to honor the memorial.
In Mahonoy City Pennsylvania on June 13 Thomas Thompson a railroad engineer killed Philip Curley age 21 during a quarrel at Girardville. Thompson was committed to jail. Earlier he had shot and killed his younger brother when he rushed his mother with a knife.
Miss Kate Lendry aged 22 shot and killed Nelson Prowse foreman of the Austin Statesman office to protect her sister’s life. The incident occurred in Austin Texas on June 13.
Reports from St. Petersburg and Tokyo describe rumors of a major clash near Port Arthur with claims of Russian and Japanese battleships sunk, but no confirmation. Other dispatches recount Japanese flanking attack at Hai-Cheng Manchuria, ambush losses, and Russian withdrawal.
Springfield news reports the appellate court may uphold a lower court ruling allowing sportsmen to fish or hunt on overflowed lands in Illinois without being club members. The decision would end hunting reserve exclusivity, permitting any hunter to use reserves if compliant with game laws.
Maud Ella Crowell daughter of Frederick Crowell a Brockton shoe factory worker, marries Henry 8 Flete of San Francisco. The groom is said to be a millionaire.
Barton Wisconsin June 12 George Johann and Martz Wilkins both fifteen were drowned while swimming in the Milwaukee river. The boys were swept by the current and unable to reach shore.
Prairie du Chien Wisconsin June 134 four railroad employees were arrested when they allegedly poured hot coffee over a woman during carnival closing and then resisted police attempting to arrest them.
Lebanon Illinois June 18 amid commencement exercises McKendra college conferred the degree of doctor of laws on Maj. Gen. Peter Joseph Osterhaus of St Louis. The moment highlighted Osterhaus long military service and ties to the region as the crowd gathered to honor his achievements.
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