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Newspaper
The Citizen Republican
Location
Scotland, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1908
Page
2
The Bavarian Young Liberal party at its national convention unanimously invited women to join all branches. Officials anticipate repeal of the old law barring women from political associations once legally possible. If enacted, Bavarian women are expected to join the Young Liberals and push wider party access.
Governor Sheldon to review saloon license revocation for Peter Thoden and a Wayne city officer after a polion case. mayor faced questions on enforcing laws against Sunday closing and minors in saloons. Also notes a Nebraska bishop’s body to be brought to America and a court ruling on deficiency judgments.
General Chas Mandersonyia slated for retirement from the solicitorship of the turiingian road after his criticisms of President Maoxevelt. Speech at Ornabit Thursday night featured Manderson remarks on screws and madness. James Kelbey and Akatatant Se ctor James Kelbey also tied to the shakeup. retirement expected today or tomorrow. James J. Hill reportedly drawn into a compact in the fight against Hapyi.
A major snowstorm swept New York and the East piling deep drifts as streetcars ferries and harbor craft faced severe disruption. Many homeless sought shelter and police stations processed numerous requests while workers cleared streets and one man perished from the cold. Elsewhere in the region a northeast snowstorm delayed transportation across southeastern New England and mid Atlantic states.
New York June 47 Mark Twain will sail for Bermuda Saturday. He has been with Tarsagilla for several days and doctors ordered a milder climate for the winter. He has been in bed the past week and said he did not intend to get up until it was time. He added it was lucky New York was a seaport, for otherwise he could not travel by rail again.
A chaotic incident reports a wild boar charging near King Alfonso during a royal event. The king reportedly fired to defend himself, dropping his weapon, then killed the boar. Eyewitness confusion and a narrow escape followed the attack.
Police appeal for help locating Lani Goltz a 80 year old man from Nebraska described as part of a family with ties to prominent locals. He disappeared after leaving his home with a gun and a supply of money and was last seen in Sioux City and Norfolk. Police urge any information to locate him safely.
A blocked text item reports Nebraska State Fair banning fake performances and outlines altered payments to county and state officials. Names include Lineuin Lineu University figures and Washington county treasurer Joussell with revised amounts and board changes.
The article discusses a proposed shift to federal oversight of grain grading and weighing. It notes support by Senator McGill Ver of North Dakota, opposition from some, and a vote outcome with a clear majority among those present.
A Burlington dining car caught fire shortly after leaving Dorchester, Nebraska, while the train reached its destination and the diner was detached. Cooks and waiters escaped unharmed, but other cars suffered damage.
New York news reports Mrs. Anna Debouln Fisher died after pulling a large birthstone ring from a clothespin on a sixth floor window. Her son Benjamin saw the ring snag the pin as she tried to free it, jerking her from the window and causing a fall to the street below. She leaves several young children.
Professor W. B. Elkin of the University of Missouri predicts a golden age ending the century with democracy flourishing into a heavenly era. He writes in the American Journal of Sociology that civilization will multiply fruitfulness, global population, and cheaper transport while bringing a new earth and heaven.
The War Department retires several officers after disability findings at retirement due to horsemanship issues. Names listed include Major J. Marshall assistant quartermaster general, Major D. Vance infantry, Major Geo Palmer Twenty first infantry, Major J Bonham Twenty third infantry, Major P Mavis Eleventh infantry, Major H M Hallock surgeon, Chaplain P J Hart coast artillery corps.
Oskaloosa Ge Jan 2 The home of Edward Northoades was destroyed by fire this morning. During the excitement Signiel Knoades, the aged father, died of fright. Long, 5097, Folk Out For Senator Jefferson City Mo Jan 25 Governor Wolk tedsy pave out announcement af Ma candidacy for United States sen atormip to sxcceed Seater Steger.
Rosalie Olson's family and the Rosalie officers deny that the missing four year old has been found. A Gypsy band was reported near Argus and a search continues with a $400 reward offered for the girl's recovery. Police say identification of the child remains uncertain and the investigation stretches across the county.
Fragmentary text reports Gov Sheldon facing pressure after a juror in the Frank Barker double murder case, who voted death, allegedly contemplated or committed suicide amid deliberations. The note hints at prior refusals to intervene and mentions execution in Gage county.
A legal action filed in Live Neb. Sau. 2h seeks to restrain Nebraska jurisdiction of the Ancient Order of United Workmen from transferring funds to supreme officers. Petition claims the state unit is drained by heavy calls for aid as high death rates exhaust the assessment fund. the AOUW is described as a large and historic fraternal order with headquarters in exit.
The Pierce Nebraska assessor race ends in dismissal by County Judge Keller after delays and postponements. W W Quivey for E D Vulcifer the Republican nominee argued lack of evidence and the judge ruled for dismissal.
Roy Bortles once deemed the famous bad boy of Plainview Nebraska did not undergo throat surgery in Omaha. Doctors there disagreed with Pierce county physicians about the cause of his incorrigibility. Omaha experts attributed the boy’s disposition to his upbringing rather than a treatable medical issue.
New York officials audited Mrs Theodore P Shonts and her daughter after finding dutiable goods valued at 1200 to 1500 dollars from Europe. The family argued no duty was charged because none had been assessed, while a discharged servant alleged motive.
Laurel Neb Jan 22 Carl Goltz age 15 son of A C Goltz prominent local citizen has disappeared. He was last seen in Sioux City and was described as a diligent student. He reportedly informed family he planned to go out west before vanishing.
The 16 battleships under Rear Admiral Evans depart Rio de Janeiro on a 14 000 mile cruise toward San Francisco with a stop at Punta Arenas. Crowds bid farewell as the fleet enters the third leg toward the Pacific. The Magellan Strait passage, a neutral Chilean waterway, features treacherous narrows and deep channels as the ships sail toward their southernmost leg.
Senate hearings heard Col Goethals assure the Panama Canal would be safe from invasion once completed with armed guards at Mirafores and Gatun locks The locks are inland from coasts and average ships may pass in under eight hours with room for multiple vessels at a lock The U S fleet could be accommodated in Gatun Lake when finished. 1910 census costs and committee actions noted in brief summaries.
Pittsburg January 25 The Salvation Army press agent advertised a baby auction to draw a large crowd. The barracks were crowded with childless parents as carriages and cars lined the door. The infant would be given to the Lord while Salvationists acted as its terrestrial custodians. Disappointed the crowd left without foods.
New York Jan 25 Eugene V Debs arrived in the city and officials announced William D Haywood would be the Socialist candidate for president. A series of party conferences and meetings across the country has begun.
Apprentice Seaman H. A. Hartnett age about 28 from Philadelphia died of brain concussion after a boxing match on board the Cumberland at the naval training station. The contest followed a dispute with Apprentice Seaman H. M. Manning. an investigation will be ordered by Rear Admiral John P. Merrell.
New York January 24 Count Laszlo Szechenyi and Miss Gladys Vanderbilt signed a contract governing their property interests in their forthcoming marriage. The arrangement, presented as a love match, binds both parties to share fortunes. Miss Vanderbilt’s wealth is estimated at 8 to 16 million dollars while the count waives a traditional marriage portion.
Nashville Tenn January 24 an attempt was made to dynamite and burn the Hays Lory Regis tobacco factory at Clarksville last night Guards killed two negroes and wounded another When Guard Shanklin challenged three men one fled and was pursued He fired three shots and two suspects fell The door had been saturated with coal oil and four dynamite charges placed against it A stack of ammonite was found on the bodies indicating a planned large explosion
London report details Bernard Shaw and Max Nordau trading venomous open letters in a Frankfurt Zeitung feud. Shaw mocks Nordau for relying on Lombroso and calls him a god murderer, with barbed jabs about Jesus, Wagner, and cathedral builders while quipping on intellectual imposture.
Washington June 24 Admiral Evane sent the navy department word that his fleet with the exception of the Arethusa sailed today for Punta Arenas from Rio Janeiro.
Chicago January 24. The private bank of A C Tiedelle suspended payments to depositors and posted a notice declaring an assignment for the benefit of creditors. Police were asked to quell any disturbance around the bank, but no trouble occurred.
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