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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1905
Page
6
LDORA THE HERALD offers a satirical collage on occupation, American figures, and international ironies. It cites Russian students, New Orleans States, Philadelphia optimism about praying for their mayor, and Dr Osler amid debates on women's longevity. It notes a German count eloping with a shop girl and mentions Rockefeller plans and servant-girl strikes to stir sympathy.
The nitroglycerin trust appears organized but danger looms of an explosion. Venezuela suspends bean duties while Boston backs broad reciprocity extensions. Russell Sage claims to save a quarter of his income, proving rigid economy keeps the wolf from Uncle Russell's door.
The fragment mentions Dr Keeley and grip pills, a quirky forger named Jong who escaped detention after a clean shave, and general musings on color and horticulture with a hint of satire.
The passage criticizes a Trench editor for his view on U S actions in the French West Indies and remarks that the country does not export absinthe. It notes rising female forger activity and comments on gender shifts in occupations. Prof Loeb is cited for hatching sea urchins from unfertilized eggs while noting a desire to instead uncover how to obtain gold without a mine.
A brief note states Judge Andara asks the United States to pay no further attention to Venezuelan affairs until the next revolution is begun and ended there. The request appears not to cause a serious delay.
Henry Tollernache, M. P., has represented a Cheshire district for twenty four years and has never made a speech. We commend his example to -, M. C.,-, M. C. and -, M. Cc.
Mrs. Dwyer of Uerysdere New Jersey died after a shock upon learning she had fallen to 845000. The article notes shocks are risky but many would take chances with fortune.
Fragmentary text discusses preparations and implications of equipping the Columbian entity, suggesting broad implications for state resources and potential policy considerations. Distinct mentions appear to involve coastal settings and infrastructure, hinting at broader strategic discussions.
A remark on microbial lifespans noting they endure on paper money for about a month while silver coins sustain them for a day. The text speculates gold coins are squeezed so hard that microbes may only survive minutes, though no precise data is given.
Reports from Tokio detail a catastrophic Russian rout after Mukden. Japanese forces drive fleeing troops toward reinforced positions south of Tie pass while field marshal Oyama cites tens of thousands of Russian casualties, captures, and vast spoils. Kouropatkin seeks leave amid mounting losses.
Hazleton Pa March 13 The executive boards of United Mine Workers districts in this city will discuss tentative demands for 1906 when the strike commission award ends John Fahy district No 9 president says companies fight the certificate law as a prelude to next year He warns of possible frightful mine slaughter if the law is struck down and urges joint conferences to avoid big strikes while miners stay organized The certificate law requires two years experience in an anthracite mine before mining.
Mrs Cassie L Chadwick was found guilty on seven counts. The general charge alleged conspiracy to defraud the United States by certifying checks with no funds in the bank. Penalties could total fourteen years in prison and a $70,000 fine if maximums are imposed.
Iowa authorities report a $15,910 collateral inheritance tax paid from Hamilton county tied to the estate of the late Jacob M. Funk, who died in 1908 unmarried. The estate is valued around $343,000, with heirs including a brother five nieces and five nephews in the East. The tax rate is five percent.
In Elmira New York March 13 George Lattin shot at Miss Ads Howes. a corset steel deflected one bullet, sparing her. The other bullet hit her waist but caused no injury. Lattin then fired at two companions and killed himself.
Sixteen teen prisoners attempted a jail break at Hot Springs county jail at dawn on Sunday. Silas Love was shot dead, Dick Mastings escaped, and the others were recaptured shortly after. Among the inmates was Houston Hooker, who had been sentenced to hang for murdering Conductor Atwood of the St. Louis and Iron Mountain railway.
Reno Nev March 138 The bill compelling all gambling to be conducted on the second floor has been repealed. The measure effectively allows gambling in any place whether street or house as long as the gambler pays the license.
President Roosevelt told the American tract society that national ideal must extend beyond material wealth. He urged using fortune for good, warned against envy of great fortunes, and praised those who employ wealth for the common good. He cited railways telegraphs and ships as superficial progress and stressed enduring moral qualities.
The Van Dusen family celebrates an engagement of another daughter to a young Scotchman of Clan MacGregor. The match is notable for the MacGregor lineage and accompanying property linked to the title in Scotland.
John Tullon, a well known young man from Fast Stuntsville, became overheated while playing baseball and died shortly after. The incident occurred March 1 in Winterville, Ake. Local authorities investigate the accident and families mourn the loss.
Des Moines March 18 says H E B Snyder a Des Moines banker who made an assignment last December has disappeared and is a fugitive from justice.
New York March 13 The health department commissioner says cere bro spinal meningitis or spotted fever kills about forty people weekly in the city. Reports from Connecticut New Jersey and Pennsylvania show the disease is widespread as about 60 percent of those attacked die.
In Mishawaka Indiana on March 13 David Hosler aged 65 a contractor was found dead in bed by his son. He had suffered from stomach trouble and had apparently thrust a pocketknife blade into his heart after lying down as if to sleep.
In Pound Wisconsin on March 13 a mother saved a young child from a hay fork device after siblings tied the boy to a rope in their father's barn. The rescue prevented a potential serious injury or death. William Rhode, the father, is mentioned as caretaker of the children.
Daniel J. Bonner, president of Vincennes city police board, who operates stores at Decker and Hazelton, has failed. His liabilities are placed at 35000 dollars and assets at 18000 dollars.
New York March 13 A seat on the New York stock exchange fetched 82 600 dollars the highest price on record The purchaser’s name was not disclosed The sale signals continued demand for exchange seating amid steady trading activity.
CATTLE and LIVESTOCK prices listed for major markets with figures for butter creamery dairy items, fresh stock poultry, potatoes and onions on track from Wisconsin Minnesota Michigan, and grain and oats in Chicago New York St Louis and other hubs. Multiple cities show price ranges for live stock, dairy products, and produce with no clear single event.
The private banking house of Shilling & Co. in Columbiana made an assignment in probate court here to Charles B. Smith of Columbiana as part of the March 13 proceedings.
Fire destroys C Vetter dry goods store in Iowa City causing $78,000 loss with $61,000 insured. Tragedy near Mine Center Minnesota as John Frayland killed after being struck by a train amid suspected robbery. Colorado Springs creditors order sale of Telluride mill. Nevada governor vetoes liquor near government works. California condor shipped to New York zoo measures 11 feet. Yough mine blast endangers 150 workers. Portland mining suit hears oral testimony with Denver’s Howell. AFL president Gompers blames subway strike breakdown on contract violations. Norfolk arrival of Tancred prompts immigration arrest of three British aliens. Utah report about irregularities and forgeries at St Louis exposition accounts. Confederate Veterans leader Lee praises return of battle flag measure and Roosevelt signing support amid sectional tensions.
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