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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1910
Page
2
A compact notice captures a busy man’s latest activities and schedule. It highlights key engagements and upcoming deadlines, naming the individual and organizations involved. The item reads like a brief newsroom snapshot for fast readers.
The report notes interstate rail disputes over long haul rules, Missouri passenger rate law validity before the U S Supreme Court, and a surge of political, social, and industrial items including Secretary Baltinger's Indian lands inquiry, Rockefeller gifts, a Kitchener invitation, and aviation milestones.
The small steamer Valeria from Reval to Hamburg foundered in the Baltic Sea. Four bodies were washed ashore and the entire sixteen man crew is believed lost. In Europe, King Manuel plans a manifesto to explain his side of the revolution for press distribution after his England arrival. The Philippine legislature has convened. Governor General Forbes notes a surplus of over 1 million dollars for the fiscal year. George Fong, alias Fong Ming Sung, linked to an assassination attempt, was ordered to answer by Judge Mortimer Smith in Oakland.
Crippen convicted of killing his American wife Belle Elmore after a five day jury trial in London. Lord Chief Justice Alverstone sentenced Crippen to be hanged on November 15, amid public debate over execution on circumstantial evidence. The jury faced questions over a note shown to the judge and left the court area to mixed reactions from the crowd.
Bangkok reports the death of King Chullangkorn I of Siam on Saturday night after a brief illness. Born September 21, 1853, he was the eldest son of King Maha Mongbut and ascended the throne in 1868. He was renowned for enlightenment, arts, letters, and travels in England and Europe.
Bangkok reports King Chulalongkorn died from ureamic poisoning after nephritis. Crown Prince Chowla Maha Vajiravadeh was proclaimed king immediately. He was born January 1, 1880 and became crown prince January 17, 1896.
A new interurban car in Cincinnati uses a height line to determine fares for children. If a rider is taller than the line they pay full fare, if shorter they pay half. The system will also be used in Pittsburg and applies to companies that have dropped age limits for children.
Washington report by retired Captain F Parker notes eighty five percent of American Samoa’s population suffers hookworm disease. About 5700 natives are affected.
Memorial services for the late Senator Jonathan P. Dolliver of Iowa were held Sunday at the Foundry Methodist church in Washington. The church was draped in black and the altar was adorned with wreaths from Washington and Iowa friends of the deceased.
In Lisbon the republican government fears the attitude of regiments that enabled the revolution. Soldiers, buoyed by victory, display growing independence and push for strong military control.
In the 1911-1912 budget, the Panama venture faces a large deficit. Officials warn of likely funding gaps and potential reprioritization as authorities seek remedies.
Railway Commissioners Henry T. Clarke Jr and H J Winnett adopted resolutions noting the death of William H Cowgill on October 16 1910. They praised his two years of service as a diligent official and expressed deep personal bereavement and sympathy to his family.
Professor A L Haecker head of the dairy department at the state university farm requests a ten month leave of absence with possible approval by the board of regents on October 27. He initially considered resigning to start a business but will remain to oversee dairy bulletins and assist dairy work as time allows.
The Nebraska national guard general court martial set for November 15 against G. M. Boehler R. L. Liberty and E. A. Miller of Alma, Company L, Second Regiment, is dismissed. Absence without leave and disobedience charges were withdrawn after the captain reported the men provided evidence of their inability to attend maneuvers at Fort Riley.
State Veterinarian Juckiness reports successful hog cholera serum experiments using USDA formulas. A Nebraska legislature appropriation of 5000 dollars to support the state farm’s work proved insufficient, leading stock raisers to obtain and apply serum themselves under supervision.
F L Haller of Omaha, a library board member and Nebraska library commissioner, was elected president at the state library association business session. Other officers chosen include First vice president Miss Clara Craig of Lincoln, Second vice president Mrs. Frank of Kearney, and Secretary treasurer Miss Guess Humphrey of Lincoln.
State Superintendent Bishop proclaims the first Friday in November as Fire Day to educate pupils on fire risks and safety actions. A fire prevention textbook has been prepared and distributed to teachers for use that day.
W A Philpott alleges he was employed at the Lincoln asylum for the insane and filed a claim seeking $5,000 personal damages. He says while operating a coin at the asylum’s silo he lost fingers and part of the left thumb.
Altogether 540 members have been pledged to the university Y M C A. The notice records a large youth organization commitment indicating expansion and community involvement within the university.
Funeral of W H Cowgill held in Holdrege and three railway commission vacancies receive applications. Fred Beck released on 600 bond after jail stint for alleged assault on a girl. Golden anniversary celebrated near Waterloo. Deaths: de Lund in a Clarksville mine accident, Victor Wilson argues Nebraska oil rates lower. Beatrice upset over mayor's ban on Reno prize fight films at Lyric. Rebekah officers elected in Lincoln. Hair injury at Prattsmouth restaurant. Hay Springs fire destroys multiple buildings. Plattsmouth seeks rifle range site. Grand Island police curb liquor clubs. Beatrice editor Billy Greves injured in crash. Lincoln bank robbery suspect held in Nebraska City. Judge Lake remembered in Lincoln court.
A Black Duck Minnesota reader endorses Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a tonic for female health. The ad claims relief from sickness and suggests women seek Mrs Pinkham's free advice, noting widespread use across the United States.
A Minnesota farmer Mr Olsen negotiates with a railroad claim agent over a cow killed on tracks. The agent cites trespass rules and offers sympathy but seeks a settlement. Olsen answers with a blunt bid of two dollars in a humorous exchange from Everybody's.
Dialogue plays with a humorous kitchen moment as a spouse compliments a novelty doughnut creation. The exchange slides from affection to a tongue in cheek boast about early success in making artificial rubber, framing it as a light, witty quip in a domestic scene.
A saying about church mice being poor is debated as a metaphor for fundraising. The remark questions whether clergies should rely on collections or find other support.
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