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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1911
Page
3
A fragmented column from Titonka Topic by L. O. Wolfe reflects on human folly in a wry tone. It recounts a Bronx serpent diagnosed with bronchitis and wrapped in adhesive plaster, musing on the trouble of removing it and the snake shedding its skin like a person.
A writer argues that home is the place where woman governs and dictates its terms. He asserts that the ideal home owes its essence to woman’s role, while the man finances and enjoys the benefits provided by her leadership and the home’s comfort.
A New Haven man reportedly lost an eye after a hat pin from a woman's hat pierced the side of the carriage and connected with the owner of the deadly ornament. Opinions vary on the impact of such accessories and the dangers of hat pins, with debate over women's influence and the hazard posed by popular fashion.
Foot end mouth disease, which started three months ago in Hnaute Bavole, has spread rapidly and now threatens central and southern France. Pigs sheep and cattle are affected. The best policy is strict import inspections to keep the disease out, as France shows the difficulty of eradicating it once in.
Food experts attack sade fountain drinks accusing them of being habit forming. The report notes rising concerns about rapid consumption and potential health effects as the public raises questions about the drinks impact.
Sympathy flows as Hetty Green's son declares he will marry within a year but will not choose a New York woman. He remains in New York and has yet to pick a bride.
A Pine Brook New Jersey angler reportedly hauled from a stream a chest filled with silverware. The tale notes the item’s origin differs from nearby Windsor Connecticut, casting doubt on authenticity.
A recent order bans profanity by those engaged in the spnalruetion of the Patios canal. The privilege during doubt is reserved for the utilities of the work.
A stranger wins $100 by a quirky bet about words while spelling and punctuation amuse in small town chatter. A Newport tea room staffer elopes with a chauffeur and today’s social mood shifts toward daring romances with aviator hobbies.
A fragment reports an octopus linked to an animal world mystery and a nearby trial. The readable text hints at danger or death but lacks clear names or places.
In a scattered OCR fragment a bizarre phrase about cholera germs and caviar appears with stray words and unclear syntax. The unreadable text hints at a cryptic metaphor or garbled quote rather than a coherent report.
Des Moines informal truce remains in force today as Urick and Guernsey work to name a third arbitration board member After Judge W H McHenry declined the task both sides hope he may reconsider The delay and possible new candidate delay resolution of the dispute between the Des Moines City Railway and its employees
An Italian author in Tripoli issues a proclamation to suppress slavery, noting Tripoli as the last African coast area still practicing it despite Britain and France efforts. Advices report Turkish troops approaching to surrender and Arabs, armed by the garrison, returning to Tripoli to offer submission.
Electricity flowed from the Iowa Power Company's Oakland plant to Fairfield for six hours powering residential areas while commercial firms remained without service. The unofficial test, conducted on October 9, was reported satisfactory. Fairfield's light company holds a contract to use Oakland generated power.
Des Moines reports a new bakery site selected by M Campbell of Pittsburgh Pa The building and machinery cost about 68000 and the facility will be modern throughout devoted to four kinds of bread Production is expected to begin shortly after January 1.
Mount Pleasant residents vote on October 24 to establish a sanitary sewer district along Bripe Run valley and to approve a terminal sewage disposal plant with a $30,000 expenditure.
John Kerker a county farmer sues J W Rogers a Humboldt businessman for 6000 alleging injuries from a runaway bale hitch incident in Rogers automobile.
Bonaparte on Saturday dedicated a new public park with an official ceremony drawing a large crowd. Principal speakers were Hon. Lafe Young of Des Moines and Hon. J. 8. Iieh of Keosauqua.
Four wall paper manufacturers and four jobbers, part of a so called wall paper trust, were indicted by a federal grand jury in Cleveland for conspiring to restrain trade under the Sherman act. Indicted leaders include W A Huppuch of New York and others from Chicago St Louis Philadelphia and New Jersey. They allegedly met in Cleveland May 1920 to bar sales to five and ten cent stores and refused credit to a Pittsburg company that later failed.
In a rapid set of moves Solicitor George P. McCabe retires from the pure food and drug board. Associate Chemist F L Dunlap takes leave of absence until the president returns. Chemist Harvey W Wiley appears to take command with Dr R B Doolittle of New York named temporarily to the board.
The Austrian emperor plans a controversial transfer of two full grown buffaloes aboard the Pring Friedrich Wilhelm. The animals are destined for the royal deer park at Schoenpryan amid questions over their near extinction status and safety of the voyage.
A chaotic incident at a gallery in Vienna Dalmatia left injuries after a gunman fired four shots from a balcony. Authorities report no fatalities and are investigating the motive and target.
Chicago reports an 9 craft officers threaten costly action under Sherman Act as evidence gathered to prosecute strikers after traffic disruptions on Illinois Central. Clerks’ destruction of records cited amid McComb City Mississippi riot and fatal shootings near Memphis New Orleans offices. Strike breakers injured. Haley killed. explosions and gunfire reported. officials claim few workers remain at Harriman lines with 4 percent of force at work.
PLOT NEW MEXICAN REVOLT says San Antonio dispatch. Telegram claims followers of General Reyes and Diaz have formed a junta and await Reyes arrival to start a new insurrection. A second note predicts revolt before December. General Aberro is said to downplay the reports.
Secretary of Agriculture James Wilson will attend the International Brewers' progress in Chicago but will not preside at meetings. He faced criticism after being named honorary president of the congress. Captain Frank A. Cook resigns after a court martial for conduct unbecoming an officer. findings not released.
London reports Duke of Connaught and the Duchess depart for Canada. He is appointed Governor General succeeding Marl Gray, sailing aboard the steamer Umpress of Ireland from Liverpool to assume duties.
A public ceremony in Wap unveils a monument marking a historic battlefield site linked to the American Revolution. Officials and local residents gathered to honor the memory of the event and its legacy in the region.
Massive floods from the Hatfield dam failure sent millions of gallons into the Black River system. Towns including Hatfield, North Bend, Melrose, and Onalaska faced rising waters. homes and farms were destroyed, and many residents fled. Powerhouse and dam structures were overwhelmed as telephones failed and rail lines were disrupted.
Dispatches recount patrols along the voyage between Duluth and Keweenaw Point. The steamer Rophlay was found waterlogged and abandoned with a crew missing. Ship Hopking reportedly went down during Monday night’s storm.
The Washington War Department announces the resignation of Captain Gant Frank A. Cook, an officer noted for conduct unbecoming an officer. The president has accepted the resignation following a court-martial.
Fragmentary report notes a case involving Copper Morger Ia rappel and a plan by Miche Plane. The text asserts Superior copp were definitely dr fore of Matty.
A Augusta Maine letter lauds Restinol Ointment and Resinol Soap for curing an ulcerated leg after months of failed remedies. It highlights a nurse author and urges use for itching burns chafing and skin eruptions with sample offers and product promotions.
A fragmentary account notes Em Fane and Tom Cavanaugh at a Print Frolic where the Cohnna are described as Irish. The dialogue suggests in town church attendance and social ties hinting at community identity.
A misread travel anecdote describes two visitors with a host on a rough road. A splash from a roaring torrent wets the passenger seat as a wheel breaks the gate. The housekeeper recalls the moment and a remark about a splash.
An Allegheny Pennsylvania man credits Grape-Nuts with curing his acute indigestion and sleeplessness. He describes starting with four teaspoons of Grape-Nuts and hot milk or cream each night, then gradually improving to sleep through the night and return to work within a week.
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