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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1908
Page
7
In Paris M Rochefort warns buyers to beware when purchasing art from dealers abroad. He cites a tale where a customer bought an authentic old master, but a dealer swapped labels on the back to mislead. The buyer’s attempt to prove authenticity failed as the dealer claimed the original tag was preserved.
A hotel proprietor cites holiday crowds and brisk trade as good for business. A grocer's boyhood tale warns that claiming excessive activity attracts customers, while a rich judge's wife briefly visits, then leaves after a brusque exchange. The anecdote ends with a witty remark about staying busy.
A fragmentary art critique describes the sculpture of Saint Caudens, praising a poised yet delicate nobility in the figures. It questions identity and inspiration, noting the serene elegance of the caryatids and the enigmatic presence of a posed angel, with references to a silent, mournful beauty and a distant, poetic aura.
A Londom Fishing Gazette note discusses red fishing in the sea by methods and gear. It mentions a twenty foot balloon pod and rolled pre, signals at Biarritz and La Pointe, and notes that red lures are known but rarely used by common anglers.
A playful note on the term engine and its roots in Latin origin ingenium. The author explores how ingenious and ingen are misprinted or diverge in meaning, praising the clever inventor behind the engine and the man who calls it an Ingen.
A fragment from the Philadelphia Press captures Rev Mr Goodley declaring he never understood profanity until meeting Mr Tulf. Dumlsy counters, praising Tulf as gravitating and capable of making a saint swear.
Residents describe loss after a blaze tears through a dwelling located on a city block. Local officials report assessment underway and emergency crews securing the scene as neighbors rally to provide support.
A long open letter from W. S. Rich of Clinton County questions the governor on reciprocity with Canada, farm prices, duties, and party strategy. The writer urges direct, explicit replies to numbered questions about reciprocity, tariff policy, and support for anti-prohibition stances, noting publication if responses are received.
A Georgia tale recounts Judge Mose Wright in Chattooga County fining a nonarrestee fifteen dollars for tardiness as a witness. The mountaineer tricks the judge by offering to “preckon” the fine with a joke, promising punishment if any fire trouble returns, and eventually settling in Sumnerville while the judge stays at Menlo. The anecdote, told by the Athens writer, preserves local humor about court and summer resort life.
An account from Blackwood's Magazine portrays Raymond as a Napoleon of crime. He planned and executed the theft of diamonds valued at 450000 pounds, using post office access and ferry diversions to hide the convoy. After unlocking a safe, he sold the treasure to its rightful owners in Thatton garden, leaving a trail of clever deception.
A fragment from a New York Times piece quotes a hostess noting a clock that strikes as unwelcome to guests. The passage reflects social wit on hosting and guest comfort with an implied critique of timekeeping in social settings.
An elderly man arrived comatose with snake bite symptoms but was found bitten by a dog that had itself just died from a venomous bite. Medical treatment neutralized the dog’s poison and the man steadily recovered from the snake venom indirectly transmitted.
A playful exchange about a trip abroad where many old rules were seen. The heiress responds archly that one rule wanted to marry her, as Harper's Weekly notes.
A quirky exchange from St Andrew's cadet mocks the university professor by saying anyone can teach Latin and Greek, but golf demands real skill. The line captures a playful clash between academic study and the practical art of golf.
A Wise Student asks a why question, but the professor reframes it to where the patient goes, highlighting a classroom discussion from a Philadelphia Inquirer excerpt. The passage notes the city’s literary line about hearts as books and events as tutors guiding action.
Mok rEen Duren of Eldora Iowa announces candidacy for Representative in the legislature from this county subject to Republican primary voters decision. William Welden announces candidacy for Representative in the legislature from this county subject to primary voters. Gro W Wann states intent to run for County Attorney on Republican ticket at the June primary.
FAL BURLINGAME Bidard Iowa April 1908 announces candidacy for Clerk of the District Court subject to Republican primary on June 2 1908.
A disruptive fragment announces no candidacy for the Hardin county treasurer office subject to Republican primary voters. Indicates names and states Iowa as the location with a stray numeric token.
Announcement lists R A Wigans Barron and James Mraodrn as potential candidates for county auditor subject to Republican voters decision at the primary election.
Jonathan M. Srou't declares candidacy for Recorder of Lardin county subject to Republican voters at the June 2, 1903 primary election. The announcement stresses party decision and county office seeking.
A candidate announces intent to run for sheriff of Hardin County at the primary, subject to decision by Republican voters. The statement names Tus Walsh as the announcing individual.
A Dunia candidate runs for comity superintendent of schools in Hardin MOLIDLY. The campaign hinges on Republican voters at the primary, with decision expected in early June. Supporters promote reform and experience in local education.
A fragmented notice announces a supervisor candidacy for J C Packson Barron PDmsatie and RT Sw wallual along with travel deals for Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo via Union Pacific and North Western lines. It mentions sale dates June 1st to September 30th and a return limit October 31st with the Colorado Special to Denver.
Bloomfeld Republican business manager Cnoe Gerisey argues Senator Allison of Town should be kept in national politics. He lauds Allison as Gladstone of America and compares him to Bismarck, saying his long service shapes policy, supports Roosevelt era trust reform, and boosts Republican strength entering the June primaries.
The Vermilion Vermilion district paper lauds William Boyd Olson for long, principled public service. It contrasts him with changing politicians and notes his career under the dome, faithful conduct, and untainted record despite political shifts.
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