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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1904
Page
1
Nonsense riddled page brims with odd names and phrases about secret orders, fashion, markets, poetry, and distant places. Amid jokes and ironies, observers note oddballs, a boy forecast as a future actor, and random cultural quips from various locales.
An advisory encourages obtaining a reputable newspaper to fold and tuck under the vest as a safeguard against sudden cold, urging readers to subscribe now for dependable warmth.
The article notes that Japanese authorities acknowledged the loss of a battleship months earlier, as reported by war correspondents and publicly proclaimed by the government. It comments on correspondents' knowledge and Russia's cautious peace stance amid ongoing conflict and broader war weariness.
Henry N. Goldfogie of Lavheior, a New York candidate for congressman, claimed to kiss 6000 babies during his early campaign paten but was defeated by the husband Mr. Elverson in the contest.
A string of Iowa notices reports a fatal hayload fall near West Liberty, a Chicago broker tied to a $1600 burglary case in Newton, a teen suicide attempt near Marathon, a fatal wagon accident near Rivergus, a Major fire at Fairfield area lacquers and creameries, and Jerome Brown marriage in Allison. The Burlington fast mail sets a record 188 miles Creston in 200 minutes with swift transit and few delays.
The report covers jury deliberations in a Mitchell murder case halted after 28 hours, a fatality from a buggy crash near Albry, suspicions of bank suits in Wapello county, and coal theft by railroad employees. It notes Addison Oliver drainage cases, possible Supreme Court appeal, a near-drowning on a barge launch, and multiple petty thefts and break-ins across Emmetsburg and surrounding towns.
Letson Balliet receives a three month jail term and $52600 in fines and costs after federal trials. Sheriff Lopar says confinement will be in the county jail with no special arrangements and notes Balliet’s poor health could threaten his life. Balliet did not attend the hearing, represented by his father Judge S. J. Balliet.
The jury awarded Jacob Schaupp $500 actual and $400 exemplary damages against Henry Handke Jacob Herges and D A Loughwell for belonging to a whitecapping group that beat Schaupp at his Denison home in October. The defendant says innocence and seeks a new trial.
Des Moines reports a debate on a proposed biennial elections amendment that would abolish odd year elections. The measure bundles many constitutional changes including extending terms for three Supreme Court justices raising questions about proper submission and potential invalidity. Governor Cummins said he has not fully reviewed the objection but doubts it undermines the amendment’s validity.
Attorney John Hudspeth was ruled insane by the liseus commission and sent to the state hospital at Clarinda. Two indictments on three counts include jail wrongdoing, a house of prostitution, and obtaining money by false pretenses. His actions followed threats, violence, and delusions, with his practice deteriorating and his family left in hardship.
Four year old Falta Willoughby of English Township accidentally ran a knife into her breast while playing with an open knife. The blade pierced near the heart and, after doctors attended, the wound began to heal but pneumonia developed from air entering the lung area, risking recovery.
Elkhart reports a three year-old boy, son of Charlee Higgins, drank a quantity of carbolic acid by accident. The child found the bottle and ingested its contents while his mother was briefly away. Little hope is given for his recovery.
Burglars visited Mediapolia on November 28 and fled with hats cups shoes shipta and other goods from Swigart Brothers. About 20 items were taken in the spree, authorities report no arrests yet.
Reports from Des Moines cover the Letron Batllat case funds and defense, indictments over fire escape violations with Judge Matix hearings, concern over charity systems, Iowa Humane Society updates, diphtheria worries in Low Moor, and a French army cartridge test claim. The piece also notes staffing for the state census and a charitable donor’s bequest.
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