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Newspaper
The State Line Herald
Location
North Lemmon, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1909
Page
2
In Spain martial law takes effect as revolutionary factions gain ground in distant regions. A youthful ruler and Premier Maura coordinate to secure the capital while a major proclamation follows. Cabinet members await critical auditing of the military situation as unrest and religious tensions intensify nationwide.
Reports describe a violent mob incident near Barellona involving clashes between factions and authorities. The chaos disrupts Cabdonts and Tarra areas with injuries and property damage as security forces attempt to restore order. The event marks a tense phase in local unrest and prompts official responses.
Fragmented report describes Spanish forces under pressure near Melita with several commanders retired and ongoing activity around fortifications. Mentions Rotts and Boanot symbols, a Spantel catman in the ravine, and protection by Byanlell Sinbont figures amid scattered shelton fragments and fort rounds.
A meteor rock falls near Marinette causing a crowd to rush to the site. Observers describe a blazing object north west of town. Officials note it may be a rare meteorite and urge calm as debris is examined.
By court order the Alaska Central Railroad will be sold this fall and become the property of bondholders led by J. P. Morgan, a principal factor in Copper River and Northwestern interests. The line, currently under construction through Alaska toward the Yukon, has 53 miles built but not operated, with heavy coal field prospects along its route.
Dispatch from Polotsk reports a cholera surge causing massive exodus and panic. The city faces medical staff shortages with only five doctors serving daily patients as many wealthier residents flee amid fear.
In New York City Jettries reports a five thousand dollar forfeit posted by John Johnson as defense for the heavyweight title. Johnson claims the crown from Tomy Morrins after a prior victory in Australia last winter. Jeffries planned to post the forfeit before Europe departure but settled the matter quickly, declaring readiness to defend the title against Joe Jolanson.
New York stocks began with gains led by Prion Pacific common above 200 as a new high. Burk ON Sales traded at 5.00 while United States Steel rose on dividend news. The market opened with broad strength and active turnover across the board.
Harry K Thaw testifies at Mattonwan asylum hearing denying lifelong insanity aside from grief over Stanford White murder. He faces rapid questions from Jerome and asserts he has always been sane, while acknowledging possible brief insanity during the killing. Proceedings include debate over a confidential letter to his wife and his wife Evelyn Nesbit’s unexpected appearance.
New York July 20 The startling story told at White Plains by Mrs Susan A Merrill about the whipping of naked girls by Harry K Thaw before Justin Mills in a proceeding to ascertain his sanity may be used by Thaws wife Ayaland Nesbit Thaw as grounds for divorce She showed agitation when Merrill related the tale and a reporter asked why she was excited She said she knew it all and recently learned it causing a quarrel with her husband Merrill testified that more than 200 girls answered Thaws advertisements for chorus girls and actresses and that she had seen Thaw with a dog whip a riding crop and other lash devices in court
Senator William J. Stone of Missouri faced a central district police court charge of assaulting Lawrence G. Brown a Negro waiter on a Pennsylvania railroad car en route from Philadelphia to Washington. Justice Grannan ruled the assault justifiable and dismissed the case after hearing Stone speak.
President Taft declares he will insist on a lumber rate no higher than 1.25 and is prepared to stay in Washington as long as needed to secure a satisfactory tariff bill. He opposes a 1.50 rate and backs the Senate on glove schedules, while urging a commission to study tariff effects and assist administration.
Washington reports that tariff conferees reiterated a senate lumber rate of 1.59 per thousand on rough lumber amid debate over glove schedules. House increases were seen as likely, while northern lawmakers and lumber interests urged opposing the conferees’ report. Senators and representatives voiced strong objections to a higher lumber rate.
Bogota July 29 The resignation of President Reyes was presented to the Colombian senate and unanimously accepted. August 3 was set as the election date for his successor to complete the constitutional period ending August 7, 1910.
Chicago man Owen Rowles aged about forty dies after laughing hard at a joke told by his cousin Edward Rowley. The pair sat on an iron railing near Wells and Indian streets when a sudden spasm of mirth caused Rowles to tumble into a basement, reportedly fatally.
A man killed himself Sunday night over a feared exposure scandal. Police say the deceased, a machinist earning over sixteen dollars weekly, left behind a widow and a home valued at about sixteen thousand dollars. A young woman involved in the affair testified to a jury, while a marriage ceremony had been planned but not completed.
Minnesota's Attorney General challenges state aid for drainage projects with references to invalid acts and appropriations. The discussion includes drainage improvement funds, river evaluation, and a state park project near Ben-sha areas, scrutinizing permissions and auditorial oversight. The article notes officials and dates tied to the drainage policy review.
English miners consider a general strike amid stalled wage talks and pressure from union leaders. A government adviser warned of hostility toward wage cuts as miners demand a daily pay rise. A second conference was held with Moyers and mine officials to avert escalation.
Fragmentary text suggests a local notice or report mentioning names and roles. It references arrest hints and a farmer governor? The readable words imply nearby places and figures but specifics are scattered and unclear.
A report describes a derailment on a Chilenge line where two or more passengers were injured. Emergency crews responded as trains halted and investigators assessed the scene amid disrupted service and safety concerns.
Grain and provision prices from Minneapolis and Duluth list various wheat and northern prices. The jumble shows figures like 91.25 and 81.25 for Norhters, with references to July and arriving goods.
Market items list cattle for sale including yearlings and calves with prices, plus grain futures for Wheat and Corn with July September contracts. Also noted are dairy and poultry markets with prices and quantities across Chicago, July reports.
Chicago July 24 at the Union Stock Yards trading estimates show Western steers, yearlings, and feeders with prices ranging around 4.35 to 9.50 for various grades. Light hogs steady near 7.85 to 7.95 with good to choice cattle around 7.20 to 7.45 and yearlings between 4.00 and 6.60.
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