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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1901
Page
2
The Silver Messenger notes Roan College Salem Virginia students with diverse origins. a Paradine Valley wedding marks the fifth in a series. It also reports on wartime bombs under development and a Rockefeller gift to Oberlin, plus news on Henry P Davison’s bank presidency and American bicycle exports to Russia and Europe.
A Washington state murder case grinds through nearly a decade of appeals with the condemned man awaiting execution despite multiple affirmations of the first degree murder verdict. The defense promises more moves, while the public witnesses growing frustration over repeated delays and perceived attempts to evade the gallows.
The United States government earns income from Arkansas hot springs, with the medicated water generating about $16,020 annually from 834 tubs. The springs, spread across seventy three sites along Hot Springs Mountain, were consolidated into a single outlet through development work supervised by several superintendents.
Correspondence from the London Foreign Office reports 98 percent of Zansibar and Pemba slaves wish to remain enslaved. In 1960 fewer slaves sought freedom than in 1939, as authorities note masters have grown kinder since new legislation and slaves lack ready means to support themselves.
Dr. Charles F. Rand of Washington D C is honored with an unoccupied burial plot in Abington National Cemetery, presented by the United States government, acknowledging his Civil War gallantry as the first Medal of Honor recipient. Rand enlisted at Batavia N Y and performed daring acts at Blackburn's Ford and during the 1862 Seven Days Battles, including rescuing Captain Barnum's unit while wounded with a shattered shoulder.
The account describes Dr Rand refusing hospital care, appealing to military leaders, and finally to President Lincoln who ruled him unfit for service. He was reassigned to a War Department post and later practiced in Washington before retirement.
A police sergeant notes that women facing suicide often choose their best clothes and accessories. Reports show deceased women appear well dressed, wearing silk waists and broadcloth skirts, as if preparing for a final public appearance. The claim links gentility to fatal acts across methods.
In Australia Sir Malcolm McEhachern of Melbourne spent 260000 to win a seat in the commonwealth house of representatives while a neighboring laborer spent 250. A rival candidate boasted of traveling 10000 miles and publishing millions of pages of literature and circulars yet finished last in the poll.
The Queen of Portugal, highly popular, saved a drowning fisherman after his boat capsized. She jumped into the water with her clothes on, swam to him, and helped him ashore, noting the man had a broken leg. The act strengthens her standing amid talk of potential upheaval.
A Paris animal dentist treats only dogs teeth with gold fillings, a novelty in the city. Fashionable pets display glittering teeth in jewel like settings, attracting attention from society pages. A famous actress reportedly owns a canine dental gem, though dogs’ reactions to the procedure remain uncertain.
The pawnshop in Mexico is a new but successful charitable venture. A 1890 official report cites over 3 million dollars in business, 600000 patrons, and about 500000 loan transactions, highlighting its broad community support and impact.
A set of 18 James I era Yer apostle spoons once owned by Lord Dormer sold in London for 5300 dollars. Only two other sets are known, at Coroua Christ College Cambridge and Goldsmith Hall London. An Elizabethan standing salt cellar weighing 2044 ounces sold for 6009 dollars, about 0.29 dollars per ounce.
A six year effort by David A Willard at the Tombs prison reshapes juvenile reform by placing boys in private homes rather than strict institutions. He avoids dwelling on crimes and focuses on practical education and future prospects, coordinating with judges to suspend sentences and place youths under his supervision with regular reports. Justice Jerome first supported the plan, and now all Court of Special Sessions judges approve the approach.
During five years Mr Willard has aided about two thousand youths in various ways and reports indicate only ten failed to meet expectations. His work is credited with saving many from prison and steering most toward productive futures.
Horwill argues small colleges offer greater social mixing and diverse daily contact than large ones, creating healthier social life. The piece also profiles Mr. Willard’s home for boys on Chrystie Street, detailing his humane care, supervision, schooling, employment help, and clubs that keep about 180 boys on probation engaged and respected within a family like setting.
Dietation advocates prioritize warding off inanition by constant eyeing of the patient rather than chasing ideal dishes. In fever cases, including typhoid, any useful food aiding recovery is welcome. Pea soup sauerkraut and roast pork may aid more than calves foot jelly and chicken breast, challenging old dietetic dogmas.
The late Augnate Sabatier, dean of Parisian Protestant theology, used Le Temps to defend freedom of thought. His best works focus on the life of Christ sources and a philosophy of religion. The Kimberly Miamond field covers nine acres.
The article discusses Jean de Bloch's view of China's rising role in world trade, contrasts China's resources with external exploitation limits, and notes large UK export figures. It also introduces Virgil Markham and Edwin Markham, plus W. C. Forgan’s call for practical business education stressing legible writing, accurate arithmetic, and concise clear expression as essential for business success.
General James F Smith has been appointed as a member of the Philippine Supreme Court. Official eligibility confirmed by government sources, with subsequent swearing in expected this month. Smith previously held high rank in the military judiciary and brings extensive legal experience.
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