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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1903
Page
2
A collage of aphorisms and satirical asides on politics, science, and society. Notes on Kipling losing a lawsuit, United States statutes, and quotes about sailors, sailors, and ministers. Wry jabs at court costs, industry, and famous names punctuate the miscellany.
A Baltimore burglar attempted a disguise using skirts and nearly learned that both sexes must accept the handicap of their clothing. The remark about the “pesky things” highlights gendered expectations and attire as a social obstacle.
A Mississippi judge directs the grand jury to indict individuals chasing a progressive cadre for prizes. The comment hints the judge may seek public praise and a flattering picture of himself. The statement suggests a court action tied to a political or social clash and potential media attention.
A string of quirky notes from a newspaper page discusses letters to the White House, a Cleveland minister missing “julee” in modern prayer meetings, and humor about the chainless bicycle. It also mentions the pituitary gland in giants like Lincoln and Brooks, Oj found in Dublin, and a tongue in cheek remark about Trelami.
In a sensational murder case, Mrs James Gallaugher was found guilty of perjury after a trial in which jurors reported four decisive interrogatories. Judge Byington delivered lengthy instructions and the jury answered yes on an improper relations charge, surprising many who expected acquittal.
Railroad freight and passenger agents in Des Moines receive circulars warning against any violation of the Elkins law. The act bans discriminations in transportation with fines from 1000 to 20000 dollars per offense and includes printed copies of the statute. Officials say enforcement will curb dead-head traffic and require strict tariff adherence.
A Britt committee of citizens deposited 40,000 dollars with the county treasurer at Concord to fund a county courthouse at Britt. Locals claim the county seat will move there, with ten thousand dollars on hand for a field if needed, as Garner papers echoed Britt’s contested claim.
J K Ware a Walnut street horse shoer was arrested in Des Moines on a charge of practicing veterinary medicine without a license under the new statute. Major Mckenzie prosecutes for the state board, Walter McHenry to defend, court proceedings aim to test the law's constitutionality.
State College at Ames raises a herd of thirty blue-gray calves led by Shaggy Jack, a five month old Galloway weighing over 600 pounds, aiming for the 1904 St Louis exposition and Chicago world livestock show. The project, directed by Prof. W J Kennedy, includes cross breeding with Shorthorns and ongoing feeding experiments for Baby Beef, with a carload planned for Chicago next fall.
Armour Percheron Horse Co of Armour South Dakota bought the imported stallion Pour-Quoi-Pas from McLaughlin Bros for seven thousand dollars the highest price ever paid in America for a draft stallion. Pour-Quoi-Pas won first prize in class and championship at the International Live Stock exposition in Chicago last December and has won similar prizes in 1901 making him the most renowned prize winning stallion. Mason City March 9 The fourteenth annual meeting of the Farmers Cooperative Society of Rockwell reported business of 601083 a drop from last year due to poor crops.
Cedar Rapids reports Mrs An ton Tefer aged 40 wife of a Bertram farmer died in a cowshed during confinement. Investigation cites a fearful family condition and neglect as death cause with no foul play. Perry March 5 Harry Pattee reports show high fever and rapid wasting despite wound healing.
Senator Pricson, chairman of the Swedish relief fund commission, reports contributions to the famine fund have surpassed $800 from multiple locations within the state, indicating growing support for the relief effort as Boone marches on in March.
Des Moines and Southern Company to advertise bids this week for 44 miles of line from Winterset west through Greenfield toward Red Oak with a Missouri River outlet to Nebraska City. Project cost uncertain, estimates from 11,000 per mile for prairie rail work to 20,000 mile possible. Right of way secured, bids expected within 30 days, construction to start early April. The venture, backed by figures associated with F M Hubbell and managed by Mr Cherry, has spurred speculation on possible parent links or routes across the region.
Des Moines dispatch reports John Walker, convicted of Isaac Finkelstein's murder and sentenced to eight years, was moved to Fort Madison penitentiary after presenting a final statement in district court. He declared his innocence, claimed no knowledge of the killer, and described a distant, single business contact with Harris Levich.
Iowa man reports ex-marshal W A Richards seen on a line between Lincoln and Omaha. A Shenandoah resident identified Richards aboard a train and noted a woman met him at Union Depot in Omaha. They rode a southbound Tenth Street car away from the depot. Sensational breach of promise suit starts in Clare. Mamie Condon sues William Coleman for 5000. Both linked to Webster county settlers. trial expected at Fort Dodge in March.
A mass meeting in Brooklyn aimed at planning actions is reported with addresses by Grover Cleveland and others. The Buenos Ayres dispatch notes Argentine Foreign Minister Drago telegraphs Senor Garcia Merou about Secretary Hay's reply on Venezuela and Monroeism. Roosevelt and Hay favor arbitration where possible and insist South American debts must be collected if sovereignty is not involved.
A mass meeting at the Academy of Music and overflow at Plymouth church raised funds to erect a Beecher memorial. Mayor Seth Low presided, with former President Cleveland, Justice Brewer, Rev. Hillis, and Rev. Gunsaulus among speakers. Cleveland praised Beecher and recalled a Plymouth sermon from long ago.
The United States legation reports formal recognition of the American Medical College examination in Beyruth and a settlement allowing Armenian family members who naturalized to join relatives in the United States. Turkish ministers also back American educational and religious establishments, with imperial approval pending. Mr Banks may soon receive authority to excavate Tel Abrah am in Mesopotamia, site tied to Abraham’s tomb, after a three year wait. In Tangier a dispatch notes the capture of the Moroccan pretender Do you say your prayers every night, Robbie? No, some nights I don't want anything.
The Chicago firm Karrick Green & Williams, in operation just over a year, ordered all open trades closed yesterday. Lacking sufficient capital, they transferred all transactions and liabilities to Peavey Grain Company, which will assume those obligations.
A freight oil train derailed near Olean New York at nine pm. An explosion and raging fire killed about twenty two and injured forty five, with many bodies incinerated. Sydney Fish described the horrific scene, noting flames and several youths on fire along the tracks.
Former President Grover Cleveland denied he came to New York City for any political purpose saying he attended the Beecher memorial meeting in Brooklyn. He stated he is out of politics and that his meeting with Edward N. Shepard was only for a brief two minutes with no political talk. He emphasized tariff reform and cautioned on trust and tariff influence in the 1904 campaign, noting the trust issue would not be eliminated from the race and that tariff reform benefits the people. He dismissed thoughts of silver playing a role in Democratic debates.
Reports from Caracas say revolutionary forces surround the capital with control over the eastern region of Venezuela except Cumana. President Castro struggles to convene Congress due to lack of quorum as tensions rise. Meanwhile Lipton expresses growing confidence that Shamrock III will win America's Cup after inspecting challenger.
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