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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1908
Page
2
A discussion in The Herald Iowa on water power ownership as dam sites no longer define power rights. It notes Supreme Court rulings that governments hold navigation rights while states own water, landowners use power, and calls for a modern legal framework clarifying river ownership and rights from headwaters to sea.
Educators and parents renew the call for a thorough revision of high school curriculum. They stress placing courses appropriately to curb liberal education trends. The New York Tribune warns that without drops in certain courses, city high schools risk shrinking enrollment and future college preparation.
A New York Weekly note extols prudently followed fasting to curb overeating. It argues natural hunger motivates appetite, aids digestion, and restores balance, while excess eating strains the brain and body. It cites economics of living and hints at foreign policy humor and royal anecdotes.
Supreme Court denies writ of habeas corpus in the Harry K. Thaw case. Justice Marsehauser rules Thaw insane and a danger to public safety, delaying release and signaling continued confinement at a state hospital or jail pending further action. Attorneys seek alternative hospital placement but no appeal will be taken from the decision.
The body of an unidentified woman, believed murdered, was found Monday floating in a barrel in Little Hell Gate between Ward's and Randall's Islands. The woman's eyes were discolored and her nose bruised. Nearby is Thomas Jefferson park, a site where many Italian oulings are held.
King Edward VII and the Prince of Wales led a royal welcome as M. Fallieres arrived at Victoria station to begin a visit reflecting reciprocal French royal relations. The motor procession to York House featured a guard of honor and extensive military display amid cheering crowds.
Ballimrare Md May 26 The general conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church during a lengthy session endorsed the Anti Saloon League and supported local option for alcohol laws. The move marks new church endorsements though some opponents argued it violated church standards and that endorsement of a specific organization and local option was improper.
Police Chief Kohler announced that four striking conductors and motormen confessed to dynamiting street cars in various city areas. Several more arrests are expected. Most streetcars ran normally Monday with no injuries reported as the peace process hinges on a vote by non union workers.
St Louis May 206 Secretary W P Saunders of the States-to-the-Gui Yeep Waterway association, based in the city, issued a call for the third annual convention to be held in Chicago October 6 7 and 8. More than 2500 delegates are expected to attend.
Brig Gen Svan Miles retired U S Army died in San Francisco. He served with distinction in the Indian wars and the Cuban campaign. Born in Pennsylvania in 1838, he will be buried with full military honors by the local army post.
A street car crash near Chestnut Hill park about 12 miles from downtown Philadelphia killed two people and injured more than 40. It was one of the worst trolley crashes in years, according to authorities.
Severe floods across eastern Texas and southern Oklahoma send thousands fleeing to high ground. Trinity river hits record levels, bridges washed out, rail traffic halted, and Dallas faces widespread darkness and water shortages. Five killed in Oklahoma as gas main bursts near Oklahoma City.
Edward Walder, a 41 year old Chicago butcher discharged from the county hospital after stomach trouble, created a panic in the fifth floor offices of County Board President William Busse by demanding admission seeking to kill him, according to police.
Louis Sorenson, 61, was found dead on the river bank in Waukesha Wisconsin on Monday. Authorities report six head wounds caused by a rock and believe the man was murdered.
Brimson Missouri May 26 Mrs B B King Mrs Anna Coakley and the latter's five year old brother drowned when their buggy overturned in Sugar creek two others clung to the craft until rescued.
Lamphere defense attorneys Darrow and Worden claim new evidence supports the theory that Mrs May Orliey’s body was swapped for Mrs Gunness’s in the fire. A man in Arkansas alleges Gunness dressed as a man escaped and sent a letter before May 8, and will provide more letters and details to officials in Laporte or Arkansas.
The United States Court of Appeals in St Paul upholds the conviction and fines against the Omaha railroad and its general freight agent H S Pearce in the grain rebate cases. The Minneapolis ruling is affirmed with the government’s contentions sustained in full. Fines totaled $20000 for the railroad and $2000 for Pearce.
Naayard Gray, the last member of ex Gov Isaac P Gray's family, died in Portland on May 26 from apoplexy. He never married and left a large estate with no known will. His sole blood relatives are an aunt Terissa Swearer of Columbus Ohio and several cousins.
A Spokane dispatch reports John Sharpless, John Miles, and a young Englishman named Richmond, all from Nelson British Columbia, swept over the Kontanal river falls Monday and died. Ottawa notes Japan influx discouraged. Japanese consul general Shimizu says Tokyo instructions aim to curb further Japanese entry into Canada.
Paris reports attorney for Mme Anna Gould refutes claims of a secret Hoboken marriage to Prince Eleile de Sagan. Banns to be published next Sunday with civil and Protestant ceremonies planned under separation of property. Couple to reside in France. estate sales and custody actions by Castellana husband expected after banns.
Mae C Wood of Omaha sued Senator Thomas C Platt for divorce alleging a secret 1901 marriage. She was released on a five thousand dollar bond Monday and signed the bond Mae G Wood-Platt, facing perjury charges from testimonial hearings last week.
Seven men injured in a sensational airship accident at Berkeley are recovering at Roosevelt hospital. L V Rodgers assistant engineer in the 14 man crew is to recover after being believed fatally hurt. J A Morrell the inventor and Captain Penfold with both legs broken are also much improved.
May 26 Pottsville Pennsylvania reports Shortt Clay Evans plans to publicize the execution of Pelix Radzius to teach foreign workers a lesson. The move targets Poles Hungarians Slavs Lithuanians Russians and Italians in the coal regions. President Penna seeks congressional approval of a treaty protecting naturalized citizens who return to their birth country.
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