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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1905
Page
6
The Herald notes a mix of quips and curios from Fila Wheeler Wilcox to Elbert Hubbard about marriage, money, and art. It cites the era’s humor and social buzz, mentions a leaping baseball feat by Miss A Belding, and jokes about a sailor, sociology, and a stretching midshipman in a brisk collage of opinions and curios.
The piece notes dwindling chatter about radium while current meat prices fail to generate excitement. It contrasts speculative interest in radium with the public focus on rising meat costs, suggesting waning enthusiasm across both topics.
Reported in New York that legislators receive 1100 per session with several members allegedly earning between 25000 and 40000 annually. A separate quip critiques political stances, suggesting a self fight in front of a mirror for John J. Sullivan.
A laborer learns his wife left $40000 unseen by him before her passing provoking talk that women keep secrets. Meanwhile critics mock Edward Atkinson’s dress suggestion for every year readers spend 65 dollars on attire. A Scotch scientist chases rumored striped horses in Mexico as Edinboro locals joke about pubs. Italian Spanish and French orange crops fail with hope for cotton-seed olive oil yields intact.
A New York author has bought more than 4000 acres in the Adirondacks using royalties from two novels. The purchase prompts publishers to wonder why so many people are turning to storytelling.
A worker sues an elder employer, claiming $800 in unpaid wages earned while denying the aged man’s authority. The case raises questions about respect for elder business figures and the obligation to settle earned wages.
A Detroit man secured a judgment of 2000 against an order for injuries he sustained during an initiation into an organization. The claim centers on injuries received when a goat butted him during the ceremony.
A Cincinnati man agrees to remain sober for three years in exchange for $50,000, illustrating how money can tempt people to pursue drastic personal changes. The deal highlights the lengths to which individuals may go for wealth.
The remark notes King Edwards will likely lack a prized adjunct many American gentlemen deem essential, a pretty operator. It suggests he could obtain one by advertising, though.
Pugilist Jeffries declares he will retire from the drama at season's end. The news follows the death of Mr. Jefferson and Modjeska's farewell appearance, leaving the drama scene notably unsettled.
John D. Rockefeller Jr plans to resign from leadership duties and withdraw from all official connections with Standard Oil. The move follows public outcry over tainted money and reports of strained talks with his father about the company's methods. Health concerns are mentioned but not the main cause, with nervous dyspepsia linked to heavy responsibilities and recent worry over the family business and allied interests. The private Bible class at New York notes his deep concern for modern corporate practices and a possible European medical stay to continue treatment.
Washington May 22 August W Machen former general superintendent of the free delivery service of the post office department who was brought here from the Moundsville West Virginia penitentiary for trial as one of the defendants in the Crawford Machen Loretz case has been taken to a local hotel Deputy Wardens Bloyd and Haddox of the West Virginia penitentiary are at the same hotel Warden Waris is said to have refused to be responsible for Machen although he extended to the West Virginia officials the courtesy of the jail during their stay Machen was allowed to visit his family.
Edward Kelleher was sentenced to twenty five years in the penitentiary for the killing of St. Louis prize fighter Tommy Sullivan. Kelleher pleaded self defense. The sentencing occurred on May 22.
In Richland Center Wisconsin on May 22 a crowd of about 1500 men tried to lynch Charles Tyler and his sons Roy and Wil for an alleged assault. The sheriff intervened and prevented the mob from harming the prisoners.
Helena Mont May 22 Judge Henry G Smith sustained the demurrer in criminal proceedings against five packing houses on grounds that the Montana anti trust law is unconstitutional.
Mrs Mary Shepard died at her home in Poughkeepsie at age 104. Born December 25 1800 in County Kilkenny Ireland, she lived a long life rooted in her Irish origin.
A powerful wind storm at 6 30 PM Sunday struck Fort Worth from the southwest with speeds near seventy miles per hour. The Texas and Pacific Passenger station west wall collapsed, train dispatcher John Young was killed, and many buildings including churches, banks, and the Grand hotel suffered severe damage. Widespread roof loss and telephone and telegraph outages occurred across the west portion of the city, with effects felt as far east as Terrell and Mandley.
In Toronto on May 22 Josephine Carr a 123 year old suspect allegedly stole a month old baby from a department store wheeled it to railway embankment near her home stripped it and threw it to its death at an eight foot drop. She later joined a play near the embankment with her sister and a neighbor’s boy pretending to find the dead infant. Police and volunteers searched as the missing child’s parents frantically sought help. The girl’s family recently moved from England.
National League Chicago 11 Brooklyn 2. American League Chicago 2 Washington 1. American Association Minneapolis 8 Louisville 6. Columbus 2 Milwaukee 4. Toledo 6 5 Kansas City 5. St Paul St Indinanpolis 0. Three Eye League Roel Island 6 Decatur 2. Springfield 11 Dubuque 4. Cedar Kyaplids 7 Pearl 1. Davenport 3 Bloomington 1. Central League Springfields Yerre Tale 2 Grand Rapids 3 Wheeling 2. Fort Wayne 2 Ryansville 6. South Bend 4 Dayton 1.
Goshen Indiana May 22 growers in the nations greatest onion belt face losses as crops may be cut in two or more due to cutworms flooding and rains. In Koscinsko Noble Whitley and Elkhart counties fields suffer havoc while buyers already offer advances to those making contracts.
St. Petersburg May 22 report asserts the czar has signed a ukase convoking a national assembly for November 14. Elections for delegates run until December 21, when the assembly will begin sessions.
Charlotte Michigan May 22 Charlen Smith twenty year old murderer received a life sentence from Judge Smith who ruled the trial unfair and indicated concerns over due process.
Chicago May 22 The strike of Teamsters threatens a wider, harsher battle as lumber and allied drivers refuse work. About 800 lumber drivers and 600 each from sand and cement and brick trades face mass job stoppages, with city leaders weighing militia and police calls. Mayor Dunne and Sheriff Barrett pursue order while labor leaders Gompers and Perkins negotiate to contain spread and prevent further disruption.
Hiram explains three baking powder bases Mineral Acid or Alum Bone Acid or Phosphate and Cream of Tartar from grapes. Alum powders cost about two cents per pound and sell 10 to 25 cents a pound. Phosphate powders sell 20 to 80 cents, while Cream of Tartar powders fetch 40 to 60 cents. The Cream of Tartar option, from grapes, is deemed healthiest and most wholesome for baking soda.
Des Moines Iowa May 22 An unusual nuptial contract shows Irene Caster paid $1 to become the wife of Herbert B Ridgley a Des Moines retail house furnishing merchant She waives all claims to property or alimony and agrees to execute a quitclaim deed of her rights upon demand The agreement states the $1 settled all money matters temporary or permanent alimony in full and was received as consideration for the intended marriage
Empress Augusta Victoria slipped on stairs in Wiesbaden Sunday and sustained a slight forehead injury. The incident led to the postponement of the emperor and empress departure for Berlin.
Warsaw Indiana May 22 Frank Harris and Amos Clark two well known young men are in jail on a burglary charge linked to a spree during which the Centlivre brewery depot was broken into and a quantity of beer stolen.
Vienna May 22. The minister of marine has placed orders for all torpedo boat destroyers and ten torpedo boats with shipbuilders at Fiume. Key will be the first built in Hungary and will cost 3,090,000 dollars.
Serre Haute Ind May 22 Edward Dennis received an indeterminate sentence for the killing of David Braxton. Braxton's widow testified to improper relations with the prisoner on the stand.
A husband asks about their afternoon discussion at the literary club. The wife recalls they talked about the woman who moved into the house across the street and the poet Longfellow, suggesting gossip or curiosity about local residents and literary references.
One of the largest farms in the United States totaling 23,500 acres in Atchison County Missouri is owned by David Rankin and his son W J Rankin of Tarkio. They have added 3 500 acres in Fremont County Iowa. The Rankins employ about 300 persons.
The text notes that wire cables may rust and break inside without exterior signs. A specific slackness or yielding when pressed can reveal the defect, and corrosive water is cited as a possible cause of this hidden decay.
Buffalo May 22 Special F R McLean 90 East Ferry St says kidney disease kept him from working but after using six boxes of Dodds Kidney Pills he is completely cured and back at work He praises Dodd’s Kidney Pills as a remedy for kidney trouble including Bright’s Disease asserting they always cure even in advanced stages.
The El Azhar University in Cairo, meaning the splendid, is described as the greatest Mohammedan school with a long history of popularity dating back to 975.
Grand Trunk Railway announces excursion fares from Chicago with Asbury Park Baltimore Buffalo Niagara Falls Philadelphia Toronto and return options. Dates span May to September with varying departures and prices. Full details and literature available from Geo. W. Vaux A G P T A Grand Trunk Railway Chicago.
In a truncated courtroom exchange, a defendant quips about payoffs to attend school versus staying away as the judge notes the odd barter. The dialogue illustrates a juvenile case where education and truancy are central to the proceedings.
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