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Newspaper

Tri City Star

Location

Davenport, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1905

Page

2

Congress to debate tariff revision and parade plans this week

A bill on interstate commerce is to be presented by both houses, with broad support from Republicans and Democrats. Officials expect a large street parade for the inauguration, featuring Governor Douglas and others, while debates over tariff reform and an extra session loom. The Beef Trust inquiry closes, with Garfield's report to Congress, amid questions on unlawful restraint of trade and judicial prospects.

Congress Douglas Massachisetts General Ailes Solomon Charles Deneap Cannon White Bouse New York Pennsylvania Ohio Lijanis Bureau of Corporations Beef Trust Gardela United States Supreme Court Garfield

David Warfield in The Pilgrim and The Auctioneer tale

Recap of David Warfield rise from vaudeville impersonator to star of The Auctioneer and then The Music Master in Belasco's New York theater. Admiring reviews call him the greatest American stage actor while noting critics' silence. Also includes a humorous anecdote about wedding gift snobbery and festive customs reflecting society's generosity and stinginess.

David Warfield Kenneth Herford East Side Hill Dave Warfeld David Belasco Warfeld Iisa Belasco Warf Sim Warfield Theatrical Daivid Warfeld New York

Cooking Course Proves A Success At Ames

Forty women from across Iowa participated in a short domestic economy course at Iowa State College Ames led by Miss Georgia Witter with lectures on sanitation food chemistry and nutrition. Ex-State Superintendent Barrett urged integrating domestic economy into schools while demonstrations showed wholesome recipes and meat and corn discussions. Prof Jones and Prof Bennett addressed corn nutrition and adulterated foods as the program drew praise and expectations for next year.

Ames Iowa State College Oye Department Georgia Witter Barrett Gosling Kansas City Chicago Jones Bennett

Coughs and Colds Warn of Grim Tragedy in Homes

A testimonial from F. G. Huntley of Oaklandout Indiana urges early treatment for consumption or pneumonia. He claims his wife cured after taking Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Col d s and that it kills germs, with a trial bottle offered free by Frank Nadler Co. druggist and a one dollar price.

F.G. Huntley Oaklandout Ind Frank Nadler Co

Strike Threat Hits Pennsylvania Railroad System

Jan 16 report from Pittsburg shows union workmen voting on a possible nationwide strike. Executives in Cleveland notified as Robert Pitcary n Pitt sburg travels to confer with A J Gassatt era. The dispute arose weeks ago on the Harrisburg Altoona line after management removed an extra man on heavy freight runs.

Pittsburg Pennsylvania Seagoard Chiago Brotherhood Cleveland Robert Pitcalyn A. J. Gassatt Harrisburg Altoona Areman

Witte Takes Mirsky's Place

Unconfirmed rumor from St. Petersburg claims Emperor Nicholas may accept Interior Minister Sviatopolk-Mirsky’s resignation and appoint M. Witte head of the mint committee to succeed him. Alternate report says Prince Obolensky could take the Finland governorship, while Grand Duke Sergei is relieved in Moscow and placed in military command. Prince Galitsin also relieved in the Caucasus.

St. Petersburg Nicholas Sviatopolk-Mirsky M. Witte Mintelers Obvlensky Gener Finland Prince Grand Sergius Realth Moscow Galitsin Caucasus

Judge urges respect for child witnesses in divorce court

In Cleveland on January 18 Judge Babcock urged courts to allow children to testify for or against departing parents in divorce cases and called for showing them respect after parents enter the courtroom.

Cleveland, Ohto Babcock

Canada Angered at Chicago Wheat Trade Clash

Canada blames Chicago Board of Trade for blocking Canadas wheat from U S markets and fears it derails reciprocity talks. Sir Wilfrid Laurier reportedly refused further sessions with the Joint High Commission over Alaska boundary considerations. Massachusetts trade hopes may be harmed amid strained relations.

Boston Jad Chicago Canada United States Flick Alfred Laurier Fairbanks Board of Trade of Chicago Joint High Commission Tegan

Fragmented Poem Preservation of a Dreaming Poet

A damaged verse fragment recalls the poet Sy Lattise Morgan Sir who died. Lines lament the loss of promise and youth. The speaker envisions a rich grave and the dreamer resting in immortal chairs, distant as a muted bell, with starlight and memory surrounding the poet in death.

Morgan

The Girl of the Periods Fashion Piece

A playful New York press snippet describes a girl in period costume with a modern twist. She wears a quaint directed gown an eighteen shinty bonnet a Veil Du Barry a Grecian Square coat with Pompadour gloves Louis Quinze Napoleon’s gloves and a Charles II sleeve. She carries Continental furs and a muff and appears very periodical yet young in fashion.

New York Prres Louis Quinze Napoleon Charles Charlotte Corday

Humane Society ousts president over raccoon hunting incident

St Louis January 10 The St Louis Humane Society deposes president Rosefer Deigs after learning he hunted harried and killed a raccoon. John 2. Ryan is elected in his place to lead the society forward.

Asefer Meigs St. Louis’ Organization St Louis, Mo

Rob. County Safe Robbery Feeds County Funds Loss

Robbers wrecked the safe in the office of the county treasurer at Wauseon Ohio and secured 5000 dollars of county funds. Four looters stole a horse and sleigh and escaped. The treasurer had deposited 200000 dollars in tax money in the town’s beals.

Toleto Pynty Wauseon Teasurer

Attoons Man Praises Remedy For Skin Disease

A 1963 letter from Jonny F. Lmar of 125 East Fifth Avenue reports dramatic improvement after using a medicine for eczema and tetter. He claims the eruption dried up, leaving only two spots, and states he is nearly free from symptoms after twelve years of suffering and urges others to try the remedy.

Tetter Ieci East Pith Ave Jonny F. Lmar

University Chief Promotes Honor System to End Cheating

A Missouri university article reports President Jesse's push for a honor system to curb cheating in exams. Students receive pledges promising honesty, aiming to replace clandestine cribbing methods once common, with widespread support from faculty and most students.

Missouri moves to adopt honor system in exams

The Missouri movement to implement an honor system in examinations grows in size and support. Dr Jesse leads the initiative with coordination across universities normal schools and high schools in the state, pledges sent widely and adoption praised beyond Missouri.

Missouri Jesse Parta Buasourl

Chicago Terminal Plan Reorganization Outlines Stock Exchange

New York Jan 14 plans for reorganizing the Chicago Terminal Transfer company were advanced. Kuhn Loez & Co acting for Harriman interests agreed to deposit bonds and stocks with the reorganizing committee. Holders of outstanding securities are not to be assessed in leash. The plan offers 4 percent first preferred stock for $16.5 million in bonds, 4 percent noncumulative second preferred stock for $17 million in outstanding stock, about 360 old for 109 new per share, and 100 new for 80 old on common stock. Aiming to avoid cash assessments, the plan also contemplates issuing first preferred stock to raise funds for track improvements and other needs. Physical condition of the property is said to be good. consolidation with Stickney property and a new union passenger station were reportedly planned, though some sources dispute the report.

New York Chicago Termine Transfer Company Kuhn, Loez & Co Harriman Interests Chicago Terminal Chicago Terminal Frensfer Company Fleelly Braceling Inn Stickney Chieagu Torpunal Company Union Ha Catexga

Interurban Engineering Society Tour In Iowa City

Iowa City January 14 members of the Iowa Engineering Society toured the Interurban line after a 2 PM stop with the C. R. J. C. callway officials and the university’s senior engineering class. The meeting drew large attendance for the year. Prof C S Maguewan reported on sanitary engineering and Charles P Chase city engineer of Clinton read a paper on inaugurating sewer works and defects to Iowa laws. The talk focused on law and procedure for city improvements as Seth Dean of Glenwood presented the survey and drainage committee report and the ensuing discussion consumed much of the session.

Towa City Lotwa Engineering Society C., R. & J. C. Callway C. S. Maguwan Charles P. Chase Clinton Iowa Lawa Seth Dean Glenwood

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Tames Skin Troubles

Parriet Howard of 209 W 44th St New York says she suffered Salt Rheum or Eczema for years with no cure until Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. The quick healer treats cuts burns and sores, offered by Frank Nadler Co. at 25 cents.

Parriet Howard 44Th St New York Frank Nadler Co

Secret societies in high schools draw official rebuke

Cleveland educational authorities condemn secret student groups in high schools as fostering class distinctions and undermine school spirit. Superintendent Moulton vows no tolerance for such societies while urging expression through lawful literary clubs and organizations.

Cleveland Lat Supert Schoola

No More Church Fairs Hit Cincinnati Archdiocese

A damaged OCR fragment shows Archbishop Moeller warning priests about worldly entertainments and fairs. It notes opposition to church fairs on Sundays and bans on slot machines and dancing. Calls for elimination of church entertainments and urges public aid and donations at parish events.

Cincinnati Jan Moeller Pheles Assis Save

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