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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1905
Page
3
A deadly tornado struck Marquette Kansas wiping out part of the town. Twenty nine people were killed and over a hundred injured as homes, churches, and the opera house were destroyed. Rescuers with lanterns worked for hours to save survivors.
A Chicago Post reprints Dr. Girdner’s warning on New York’s high death rate from heart disease and nervous strain. The piece argues people work like dynamos and play like idiots, sacrificing sleep and health for money and social position, questioning if such a life is worth the cost.
Washington Duke founder of the American Tobacco Company and noted Southern philanthropist died in Durham North Carolina in May at age 58. He was among the Souths wealthiest men and his charitable gifts were substantial including a $100000 donation to Trinity College to ensure coeducation.
Congressman Frank B Brandegee selected to fill the United States Senate seat of the late O H Platt of Connecticut He represents the Third Congressional District and is a Yale graduate who once rowed in the varsity boat He was elected to the Connecticut legislature twelve years ago and served as speaker in 1899 His father held the same office and was a Civil War congressman.
The text lists wartime and peace time military proportions from several nations. It states the United States at one soldier per 1000 citizens, France at one per 72, Italy at one per 100 subjects, Germany at one per 107, Austro-Hungary at one per 125, Britain at one per 225, Belgium at one per 130, Russia at one per 140, and Japan at one per 350.
The princess of Wied, a Berlin court figure, buys worn-out horses and houses them in her well-appointed stables. She provides rest and kind treatment, restoring countless broken-down steeds to working condition. The royal hobby funds equine sanatoriums where many leave “as good as new.”
Dr. Emil Hirsch lauds the man who makes us laugh as humanity’s great helper against worry. He argues laughter delays old age, lengthens youth, and offers relief from poverty, keeping the poor and rich alike momentarily content.
Will H Brill, special Chicago Journal correspondent, reports from Likampu near Mukden, describing a battle line where 2,000 dead lie strewn across a plowed field and village streets. Russian and Japanese troops, vast fires, dismantled walls, and cremations convey the ghastly scene of war’s devastation.
The appointment of William C. Fox to the directorship of the Bureau of American Republics has been announced. Fox has served with the bureau since 1898 after thirteen years as consul at Brunswick, Germany, appointed by President Grant.
The piece laments slum children with near zero chances for a healthy, honorable future and condemns land grabs that leave vast lands barren. It contrasts crowded, disease ridden slums with unused acres, urging millionaire action to unite landless children with productive lands.
A judge taunts a prisoner asking what he has to say and offers a three month excuse. The prisoner claims he could master a few oratorical stunts faster. The judge calls him dangerous and discharges him.
A witty exchange unfolds as a port salesman mocks a customer over silk rolls. The shopper retorts that more courtesy is needed, sparking a brief dialogue about service and politeness.
In a playful telegram era moment Esmeralda questions the four word missive as Gwendolen jokes about paying for extra words. The banter highlights communication limits and the novelty of sending brief messages.
A boy named Tommy protests a harsh spanking calling his father a coward. The mother replies that the punishment was deserved. Tommy adds that the act below the belt makes the father a coward, noting he will endure discomfort for some time.
In Paulding Mississippi May 15 locals report Dodd's Kidney Pills improved health for both genders in families. A couple, Mr and Mrs Erby, credit relief from years of backache female weakness and weak bladder to the pills, saying healthy kidneys mean pure blood and overall health. A brief humor note ends with a depot car question.
The note touts Defiance Cold Water Starch as never sticking to the iron and containing 16 oz per package, unlike rival brands sold in 12 or 8 oz amounts. It warns grocers may stock 12 oz packages to clear inventory and urges buyers to demand Defiance for time and money savings despite social anecdotes about a young man calling on a girl.
Railroads favor bringing private car lines under ICC jurisdiction. A railroad president says lines are paid mileage without discrimination and shipper action settles excessive charges if no law governs rates. Car mileage payment is deemed legal as rent for property. No Alonzo, it isn't proper to ask a girl for a kiss until after you have taken it.
A nurse in a New York Children’s Home promotes Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for children to cure feverishness headaches stomach troubles teething disorders break up colds and destroy worms. Sold by all druggists 25 cents a box. Free sample by mail from Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy New York.
An advertising line claims Defiance Starch is made by a distinct process, offering a higher quality product and one third more for 10 cents, distinguishing it from competitors.
The ad lists items from Lewis' Factory in Peoria and Louis Lewis including a Singie Binder product and guaranteed semi annuity offers. It promotes distinctive high quality goods with a longest price point of five cents. Also touts Defiance Starch for whitening clothes at ten cents per sixteen ounces.
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