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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1913
Page
3
The piece argues Paraguay is a potential sole producer of cattle for South America but insect pests hinder stock improvement and refrigeration. It contrasts this with rising industrial labor demand in Cleveland and warns against bird slaughter harming insect control, urging preservation.
The custom of carrying a deceased squire to burial in a farm wagon drawn by a wagon team endures among families and nations. The Pall Mall Gazette notes the practice reflects historic ties between landowners and tenants. The wagon is not specially funeral, the team is not mourned, and the wagoner bears a crepe on the whip and a black armband on the smock.
Miss Helen Louise Johnson urges women to treat household administration as a serious business, like men handle their affairs. A mix of quotes shows gendered views on labor at home and public perceptions of women’s roles.
In London on January 18 the house of commons approved the Ulster home rule bill by 363 to 258. The result sparked tense debate and wild demonstrations. The measure moves to the house of lords with provisions on an Irish parliament, police control, pensions, and tax powers. In Belfast similar passion erupted as Orangemen and Unionists protested, trampling copies of the bill and burning one on a pyre before the city hall.
The British steamer Veronese ran aground off Leixcos at the Oporto outport in heavy seas. Of 129 passengers, 84 were saved by lifeboats, while 16 perished despite a prodigious rescue effort. The Lamport & Holt ship, from Glasgow to Brazil and New York, faced hazardous conditions during the ordeal.
Grand Duke Michael brother of Emperor Nicholas is removed from his army rank and property guardianship after secretly marrying a woman against the emperor's will. A guardian appointed here Thursday.
Fragmented report notes a change in New York seat allocation with a monetary figure of 81 dollars and a reference to Yonge street area. Details unclear, but indicates a new seat arrangement and related costing.
Washington January 16 The House banking and currency committee heard witnesses on the Aldrich plan with sentiment against a central bank voiced by Chairman Glass. Festus F Wade of the American Banking Association praised the central feature but was rebuked as the Baltimore platform settled the issue. George M Reynolds of Continental and Commercial National Bank warned against money and credit concentration as a menace and opposed interlocking directors in competing banks.
The cruiser Denver sails from San Diego to Acapulco Mexico to assist Americans in danger. The ship carries 270 sailors and marines. American and other foreign nationals may be taken aboard if they wish upon arrival.
Rapidly rising Ohio River waters forced nearly 800 families from Oldudala suburb area of Evansville Indiana. Refugees are being cared for in nearby towns as relief crews assist. A tugboat aided flood victims while towns like Rockport report hotel occupancy at capacity. Many refugees move to other river towns seeking shelter.
The Gaiety girl Olive May married Lord Victor Paget in London on Thursday. The ceremony followed a public display of excitement as guests noted the event amid social pageantry and celebratory crowds.
London Jan 18 The Asquith home rule bill cleared the house by 368 to 5 and was sent to the house of lords. It provides provisional Irish parliament control after six years including army and navy matters while the imperial treasury taxes remain, with vetoes and pensions outlined amid bitter debate.
Three men were killed at the Greagent coal mine six miles west of Peoria when a blast preparation triggered a massive explosion. The incident occurred Wednesday as workers prepared to blast.
Fragmented OCR notes mention names Angeles Sal Jan Couch and Aungtrian with a reference to a fine or decor, but details are unclear and no coherent event or outcome is evident.
Washington January 17 members of the Pujo committee voted to have William Rockefeller examined by Chairman Pujo and counsel Untermyer in private, likely in the south. Dr Richardson reported Rockefeller was examined in Miami on January 12 with limited vocal ability and signs of serious weakness including high pulse and shaking palsy, making long testing dangerous.
American Sugar Refining company urged a smaller tariff at a Ways and Means hearing on refined sugar duties. They argued a proportional cut protects the industry while preserving revenue, warning abolition would ruin raw sugar markets and depress prices in Louisiana and other beet and Porto Rico Philippine supplies. Edowv Vier presented for the company, while opposition cited harming local and regional sugar producers.
A blaze on January 18 at Bath Creek in Battle Creek Michigan gutted a three-story city block in the business district and spread to several adjoining structures. Estimated loss runs around $200000 to $700000. Fire crews fought the flames throughout the day.
An old advertisement touts Globe Pine Compound from Globe Pharmaceutical Laboratories as a guaranteed remedy to break a cold in a day and cure coughs. It explains mixing glycerine and Globe Pine with whiskey, dosed by age, and urges readers to seek genuine concentrate from their druggist or wholesale house.
The Rev Edmund Heslop of Wier ton Pa suffered a year with dropsy causing swollen limbs fainting spells and fatigue. After using Dodds Kidney Pills his swelling subsided and he reports lasting benefit and renewed faith in the remedy. Ad shows price 50 cents per box and distributor details.
A murky OCR fragment hints at a municipal event or festive board discussion about popularity and public hoard or mast Ing. The exact details are unclear, but the item suggests a public meeting or advisory vote tied to communal celebration.
Fragmentary text argues about who benefits a country more a steadying figure at the base of ladders or an climber. It suggests blame may fall on those who seek public judgement and that calling a man prominent can influence perception.
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