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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1903
Page
6
A collage of satirical snippets touches on artistic swindles political records naval spending and social foibles. It notes Mme Melba’s media stance a campaign button image a Montauk lighthouse wedding and Spain US strike tensions while lampooning public figures and international quirks.
Two boys aged seven and five traveled alone from Scotland to Seattle, prompting debate over child checks on trains versus at home. The phrasing reflects a cautious media tone on international relations and safety concerns as conflict looms between nations claimed as friends.
A humorous report suggests a 26 year old hen is on exhibit in Budapest. The claim appears plausible since the bird is reportedly far away, and our landlady would likely have bought it if it were nearby.
A Canadian statesman proposes a practical use for the pole as a means to address Arctic strategy and potential expansion. The remark frames Uncle Sam as seeking the North Pole for annexation aims, drawing attention to Canada’s leadership in polar utility concepts.
H B Marriott-Watson argues that the American woman is a destroyer of civilized society and rejects diluted fiction in the page of the novel, stating there is no demand for such criticism in the current literary arena.
The bishop harshly denounces the one child family concept calling it deeply unfortunate for the child. He questions proponents of race suicide theory asking why they do not specify a preferred middle ground or balance in their proposals.
Dan Gillette, in a drunken frenzy, attacked Policeman L. E. Lillie with a cleaver in a meat shop. Lillie lost an ear and suffered a deep neck wound but is not believed fatal. Gillette was arrested as crowds grew dangerous and jailed.
Des Moines November report says former Deputy U S Marshal W A Richards, convicted in the Sullivan robbery, is nearing a perfected appeal. Attorney W C Mentzer of Knoxville, chief counsel, visits the state house and discusses plans for a supreme court reversal or new trial, with Richards in Des Moines determined to stay.
Rock Island officials in Des Moines believe the train bombing letters were a hoax. A wounded man found near Van Meter, hospitalized for ten days, refuses to identify himself. Superintendent Slifer says threats were not believed to aim at injury, but guards remained on rail lines for a week amid caution.
Emi Hendricks a 44 year old German born farmer living eight and a half miles northwest of Manson died from exposure after his team ran off a mile out. He walked five miles in darkness, fell into a pond beside the road, was found badly frozen and died in his home after midnight. He leaves a wife and eight children. He was wealthy and in good financial standing but reportedly addicted to drink.
A woman found dead near Belle Plaine is identified as Mrs William Meyers of Kiester Minnesota. Coroners jury confirms murder though exact killer motive remains unclear. Investigators suspect she was killed by thugs or railroad workers after arriving Friday night and was moved after being fatally injured.
A devastating blaze swept four buildings in Pocahontas’s business district shortly before 4 am as wind and flames thwarted firefighters. Losses totaled about 25000 with J Murray, J F Quinn, Hub Clothing, Pocahontas Telephone, Leavitt, and Willcutt among the affected. Origin undetermined. three narrowly escaped suffocation despite ample water supply.
Engineer Cummins and surveyors reach Jefferson as they map a Des Moines to Jefferson electric line. The 58 mile route would run north to Rippey and Grand Junction then west parallel to the Northwestern line, with a 100-foot right of way and grades not exceeding one percent. Proposed service may run four to five hours between Des Moines and the capital.
In Des Moines the bribery trial of East Des Moines constable John Vicker ended with a verdict of not guilty. The jury deliberated and acquitted him after he testified denying the bribery charges. The case involved alleged payments from Alice Williams tied to neglect of official duties.
Mason City reports two satchels of Mrs. Richard Wilbur were stolen from a moving dray near Clear Lake. The satchels held family silver and art cloth valued at about $1,000. No leads.
Sioux City reports the private Bank of Ireton did not open, a door notice says it closed for liquidation. The closure follows indirectly from Sheldon State bank's shutdown. H. F. Mackever serves as cashier. In St Joseph a 70 year old man from Clearfield, William Hook, was fatally injured by an electric car, suffering a shattered leg and internal injuries after being struck near Ensworth hospital.
Des Moines hosts a formal opening of Fort Des Moines with speeches by prominent men. Governor Cummins pressed the flag to unfurl, witnessed by General Bates and other officials. The day featured an auto parade, a barbecue, civic parade, football games, and an evening reception, drawing tens of thousands despite transportation and bridge concerns.
Reports highlight Cape Breton Nova Scotia as home to vast coal and iron deposits. Sidney hosts major steel plants near ore sources, boosting efficiency and lowering costs. Canada provides a strong, competition-free market, with Cape Breton coal deemed highly profitable due to favorable geography.
Des Moines reports Iowa's truant law fails to compel school attendance as no specific period is set. State superintendent R C Barrett plans to urge a revision in the biennial report, advocating a fixed twelve week period, likely the first twelve weeks of the year, to curb school avoidance.
A Kansas City robbery leaves H. C. Rich of Lorah Iowa and his brother D. B. Rich of Extra Iowa stripped of 5200 dollars by two masked men near their hotel. Rich had sold a farm and planned to purchase land. The incident occurred after leaving Union Depot as they navigated unfamiliar streets.
Reports show Judge Hubbard's estate paying 542.52 in collateral inheritance tax on 18,667.70 taxed. heirs listed. Grinnell’s Company K faces mustering out by 1904 unless armory and strength are improved. General Bates hints at expanding the Des Moines army post and parade turnout praised. Drakes pulls Booth for plagiarism. Williams Drake’s rep named. Pardons sought. Trotter case backdrop. railway safety complaints prompt probe. Street scenes in Lyons and domestic abuse note offer lighter touches.
Washington reports show Senators discussing Smoot’s seat, Cuban reciprocity, and Philippine duties while House members push forward the Cuban bill. Payne signals a committee meeting and potential vote. debates feature Grosvenor and Fordney amid mixed support and partisan friction.
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