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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1905
Page
6
A collage of wry quips and quick takes mixes anecdotes from politics, sports, and society. The notes touch on ministers, flame of Vesuvius, marriage jokes, prizefighters, and curious laws while weaving in references to figures like Mrs. Russell Sage and Mayor Boyle.
The fragment claims Philadelphia’s filtration system cost $18 million in total, with about $6 million allegedly siphoned off by politicians. The note frames the loss as moderate relative to the total and references political involvement.
It is shown that the late Secretary Hay died comparatively wealthy. He abandoned the ambition to become a poet early enough in life to appreciate the value of money.
Au Tauwa man cutting corn unearthed a nugget of gold and the note urges local youths to work hard. It highlights that luck came to a man who was laboring rather than idling around a livery stable.
A historical note claims the United States produces 98 percent of the world’s known output of aRural sas and questions which bodies will claim nine percent of U.S. natural gas output, invoking Congress and other legislatures in a policy context.
A dubious traveler once aided by a Spanish seller and promised a mythical reward returns home. He brings no fortune, but reports improved health from the journey and hints at forming a new plan to recover losses.
In St. Petersburg on Nov 13 the czar issued an ukase delaying Poland’s plea for autonomy and a parliament, declaring Poland in insurrection and forbidding participation in the empire’s constitutional framework. The ukase cites past reforms yet envisions no share in governance while warning against revolutionary agitation and pledging military measures in Vistula districts.
Saybrook, I Nov 13 Thomas Blum aged 14 died after a shotgun discharge while climbing a wire fence during a hunting trip. The load penetrated his abdomen causing fatal injuries. Authorities said the accident appeared accidental and under investigation.
In Wharlotte Minnesota on November 13 Mrs Mary Krusen died suddenly of heart failure while dressing to attend the funeral of her daughter in law Mrs George Krusen at a local funeral home.
Henry M. Allen an employee of the government printing office in Washington surrendered to police after confessing to theft of 2200 from the printers association and intending to die by his own hand in the hills of Abington Montgomery county He swallowed laudanum in Abington then walked to Philadelphia while a sympathetic parson aided by giving a sleeping potion and his wife had alerted police days earlier after receiving his note of planned death.
Iowa Falls officials and veterans rally to challenge the dismissal of Tom Graham a state house watchman fired by Custodian McCurdy for being too fat. The old soldiers back Graham seeking reinstate ment amid an investigation into the dismissal and its causes.
In Frankfort Ohio Rev. M Wilson of the Presbyterian church clashed with Strawder McNeal marshal. Wilson called McNeal pumpkin head and coward. McNeal retorted from a seat and the two men faced off before bystanders. No arrests.
All Indiana was dry Sunday with liquor sales halted in every city and town. Officers watched for compliance with Saturday orders, saloon keepers warned, and arrests made where sales continued. Minneapolis Saloons: Close. Evangelists in churches left Minneapolis without open saloons on Sunday.
George W. Buttrick and William Jackson burned to death in the Lake City jail Sunday when a fire started by Butterick ignited cell doors. Two others, J Hippie and Isaac Allen, were rescued. All five had been arrested for disorderly conduct shortly before. Relatives threaten criminal action against prison officials while officers call it murder and death by their own hands.
Fire gutted the Columbia club house at Fox Lake Sunday destroying its contents. The event described amid local talk and mixed emotions, with community concerns and speculation about jealousy and motive in the aftermath.
Mendelson Texas November 13 Without firing a shot sheriffs and jailor of Rusk county allowed about 200 white men to break into the jail at 2 am Sunday. They seized five negro prisoners of the murder case of Elias Howell and hanged three of them to a sycamore tree in the courthouse yard. The victims were John Reese Robert Askew and Henry Shorrow. Two others were spared due to doubts of guilt and cooperation in telling the full story. The mob operated quietly, persuading officers not to resist and overpowering the guards after prying the jail door from its hinges. The three lynched were executed with no resistance as the mob dispersed once dead. William Williams who stood guard was spared and compelled to recount his actions before being jailed again. Authorities fear weak evidence but prepare to pursue justice in Henderson on November 22. Neighbors and Howell’s associates were said to compose most of the mob.
James T. Thorburn president of the William H. Elliot Co. of Detroit shot and killed his wife at their Second Avenue home after bringing a new revolver for her protection. He explained the gun’s use, then a cloth snagged the trigger, the cartridge exploded, and the bullet struck Mrs. Thorburn. The 16 year old daughter was also mentioned in the same report.
In Providence on Sunday two barges were sunk after a steamer struck off Pomham Light. Ira Av Allen of Albany New York and Bihenyah of Hartford Connecticut were aboard the vessel. The steamer sustained damage but remained afloat with the incident under inquiry.
A garbled notice reports a celebratory birthday event tied to a republic theme. The fragment mentions an 88th birthday and a parade or public celebration context with unclear local names and locations.
Wisconsin prosecutions target Pabst Brewing, Milwaukee Refrigerator Transit, and railroads including Pere Marquette, Missouri Kansas Texas, Erie, Chicago Rock Island Pacific, St Louis San Francisco, Chicago Alton. Cases aim to prove rebates hidden in private car shipments, with charges under the Elking law. Action press ahead with hearings early next year.
Thieves used a carriage to reach Schumann's Sons jewelry store at Broadway and Twenty second in New York and stole about $10,000 in silverware. The private watchman was away, the robbers fled, and a boy scout or youth was shot during pursuit. The incident was discovered minutes after the watchman returned.
A long stood dispute linked to the defunct Merchants Brokerage Company and its leadership, including former President Sultzberger, ignites federal inquiry in St Louis. Grand jury action and potential indictments loom as officials, including Postoffice Inspectors, meet amid hints that higher officials may face charges.
Latest cash market reports list Butter creamery and extras with varied prices across items. Includes eggs cheese grains and fruits with multiple vendors and fresh stock figures, plus stock market terms and noted price ranges for several commodities.
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