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Newspaper
The Caldwell Tribune
Location
Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1907
Page
2
A composite of late 19th century humor and brief notes touches on Korea and Japan with a tongue in cheek view of the open door policy, alongside quips about King Alfonso, the English sparrow, spiders, and various lighter curiosities. It recalls public notices and column-style jests typical of the Caldwell Tribune.
A public notice argues against casual firearm possession by youths. It stresses the dangers of rifles, shotguns, and handguns in untrained hands, urging parents to require proper training and a mindset that carelessness is a crime. It cites tragic incidents in Chicago and Boston to illustrate the risk.
A Spanish visitor to London in 1582 recalls a banquet of that day with cautious humor. He notes strange meats, a quaking custard dish in the middle of the table, the city fool leaping into it, and guests eating heartily despite the spectacle. He also cites 1601 satire praising London ladies for extravagant cherries and peas, and small rabbits and inch‑long chickens.
A light quadroon man disguises as white in an Atlanta restaurant. The head waiter suspects mixed blood, but the man claims Malay origin from Malaria. The exchange reveals racial assumptions and a pun on Malay identity.
An African explorer in a Washington Herald clipping faces a grim invitation as a head spear bearer proclaims imminent consumption next week. The explorer calmly refuses, stating he will not toil into a stew, preferring to resist forced labor.
In a Chicago News feature a man claims germs cannot be transmitted by kissing while a woman expresses lifelong interest in scientific experiments. The exchange reflects public curiosity about germ theory and personal experimentation.
Andrew Carnegie argues the German Emperor is a rising force shaping world peace through industrial vigor and naval power. The piece credits Germany with booming steel output and port development while envisioning the Emperor as a potential peacemaker who could end public life for women and restore domestic life if continent-wide conflict is halted.
Bishop William Stang argues that Christian civilization does not deem women inferior and that many complaints by women stem from social conditions. He blames a rise in public labor on unworthy male conduct and calls for men to support and protect women rather than allow them to leave home for work.
In a Columbia University address President Butler declares the President is chosen by the people for his character and principles and owes accountability to the nation. He argues private interests seek influence through Congress and state legislatures, not the executive, and that the people have only the President to voice their will.
Secretary Cartelyou declares continued national prosperity is possible if prudent measures curb wrongdoing, improvidence, and inflation. He urges honest government, clean politics, and straight business as essential, noting some disquiet in the economy but a brighter outlook ahead with courage and common sense.
A poem by Eugene Field portrays a parent hearing a child at the door seeking entry. The speaker reflects on earthly gentleness versus eternal longing, imagining waiting for reunion at the Heavenly Father's gate and asking for permission to enter. The piece blends devotion and familial tenderness in a contemplative, reflective tone.
A nerve wracking moment at a city recruiting office as a bashful country boy hesitates before stepping in for enlistment. The sergeant, pipe in hand, watches the scene unfold with trained eye and imagination of supper at a small hotel.
A nervous recruit to be, then a meeting with Sally reveals jealousy and a fatal confrontation. John Ridder, torn by love and duty, nearly signs up, but Sally's accusation and a dramatic confession lead to reconciliation. The sergeant quietly observes as Sally and John forgive each other, altering the enlistment decision.
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