24 Jun 1902
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Newspaper
The Bellefontaine Republican
Location
Bellefontaine, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1902
Page
1
The REPubilian office invites visitors to the ground floor of Logan House Block two doors east of the Bank. It is in the room formerly occupied by Woosnam Dry Goods Store, facing the Public Square and north of the Court House.
The piece links early labor strife to Solomon and Rehoboam, showing a strike sparked by burdensome labor, led by Jeroboam as a demagogue ally, resulting in a split of the kingdom. It argues soft answers, patient arbitration, and moderation might have avoided the lasting division and loss of power, warning that harsh rhetoric fuels upheaval.
A dramatic reflection on rulers and humanity cites Rehoboam and Jeroboam to argue that inner restraint matters more than external conquest. It notes passions easily inflamed by indignities and quotes a wise adage that ruling one’s spirit is greater than conquering a city.
Washington June 14 Captain Charles E Clark, whose promotion won acclaim, is described as modest yet capable. A Vermont native born 1840, he joined the navy in 1860 after graduating Annapolis and has held the rank of captain since 1901, with a noted Oregon service record in the Spanish American War.
Springfield Ohio June 17 Colonel Harry G Williams a government postoffice inspector recently back from Cuba says Cuba will be annexed to the United States within a few years. He notes the island is in tight condition and that a majority favor annexation as the logical solution to its government problem.
Washington June 17 The House passed the McCleary bill creating a commission to plan and report on a Lincoln memorial site and design. Members favor placing the memorial on the Potomac bank along the Capitol Washington Monument axis to align with nearby monuments.
The weekly weather bureau summary reports broadly favorable temperatures for corn across the central valleys, with excessive heat in the Central and West Gulf States. It notes heavy rains relieving drought in the South Atlantic, drought intensifying in Central and West Gulf, and variable conditions across regions including Wisconsin, Michigan, and Ohio. Harvests progress in Kansas and southern Illinois while spring wheat faces damage in Iowa and South Dakota.
The Directors of the St Louis Exposition voted to open on Sundays but Secretary Shaw objects. He says the $5,000,000 government appropriation required Sundays to be closed and will seek a guarantee from the Directors to enforce a Sunday closure.
Baltimore manufacturers switch to oil for boiler heat citing lower costs, cleaner operation, and elimination of smoke and soot. Firms including South Baltimore Car Works and Maryland Steel Company adopt oil, largely sourced from Standard Oil refineries byproducts. Insurance rates remain unsettled as trials expand and Texas oil prospects loom.
A compact guide lists authors by virtue: for clearness Macaulay. for logic Burke and Macon. for action Homer and Scott. for conciseness Hacon and Hope. for sublimity Miton. for vivacity Stevenson and Coliog. for imagination Shakespeare and Job. for elegance Virgil Milton and Arnold. for common sense Franklin. for simplicity Barnes Whittier and Bunyan. for humor Cervantes Chaucer and Mark Twain.
Beecher W. Waltermire is slated to deliver the Fourth of July address in DeGrall. The Bucyros Telegram credits the Sons of Veterans for arranging a lecture on The Orator of the Revolution. The speaker lauds Patrick Henry as a notable orator and patriot, praising him beyond previous historical recognition.
A 1900s style feature describes summer fashion notes. It covers hair trends with updos and empress curls, veils, rosettes, and hat coordination. Guidance includes multiple hats per gown, black and white combinations, veiling, ribbons, and lace details, plus seashore frocks and flannel blouses.
The piece surveys prevailing millinery and dress trends. White dominates fabrics from linen to muslin with matching accessories, while bold greens like Patrick green rise in popularity. Black crepe de chine evening gowns feature accordion skirts and lace inserts with sheer yokes and lace sleeves.
The Bentley family estate on Chesapeake Bay suffers through war before being broken up and controlled by former slaves. Joe, a trusted enslaved servant, uncovers Jeannette Bentley's plot to elope with her lover Hetherington. He saves the master from murder and robbery, earns Maggie’s freedom, and that night George offers Joe and Maggie freedom and a stall on the plantation. Joe’s wisdom saves both master and estate, and the property remains in the descendants’ hands today.
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