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Newspaper
Tri City Star
Location
Davenport, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1904
Page
2
A scattered 19th century column mixes odd claims about antitoxins for fever, imagined railways with kerosene motors, and economic speculations. It references the Archbishop of Canterbury, a bishop’s prayer for the King, and varied American and European interests, with speculative notes on tobacco prices and rail travel.
Philadelphia and Camden reports recount a cork works plant shutdown amid government seizure rumors and a cork weight boosting method. In Chicago a broken axle thwarted Bert Helcomb’s third attempt to break the New York speed record, with a crash injuring none seriously and a plan to try again. DeWitt’s Little Early Risers pills advertised as gentle liver cleaners.
In Durham Maine on October 12 Rev Frank W Sanford leader of the Holy Ghost jad Us society orders members worldwide to pack their goods and come to Shiloh at once asserting this is the chosen votage of God The leader warns that the red dragon will claim all who refuse to obey.
Mt Ayr Indiana October report: Pearl Sheris, a 14 year old girl from Liberty township Wyoming, was shot in the shoulder by a playmate while handling an old gun found in a corner of their house. The incident was accidental and the girls expect to recover.
Funeral services for General Charles W. Irish were conducted Monday afternoon at the Unitarian and later at Oakland cemetery. Dr. Ward Dr. Williams and other clergy led the ceremonies with hymns prayers and a reading of Psalm 90. The service commemorated Irish’s significant life and his role in local church history. Surviving relatives include his wife two daughters and several brothers and a sister. The body was brought from Gold Creek Nevada where he died after a brief illness Tuesday.
Washington reports a New Zealand system to prevent railway collisions. Consul General Dillingham explains drivers must possess a single tablet at each station. A driver leaving Auckland must deposit the tablet at Newmarket before another is issued, and a linked electrical system prevents tablet removal until reinserted at Newmarket.
General Corbin denied remarks attributed to him that officers should not marry without a $2,400 salary. He claimed misquotation and produced his original statement with notes on its recommendations. Accompanied by his wife and Col Webb Hayes, Corbin traveled by Union Pacific toward Manila for October 13 arrival.
Hartlane Wisconsin October 4 Miss Wilhelmina Guteman, a lifelong student of wasps, argues they are generally peaceful when sober but become quarrelsome and aggressive when intoxicated. She notes fruit as their wine makes the insect behave erratically and threatens others with its sting.
The third session of the Southern Illinois Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church ended in Utenfield Illinois with the appointments for the coming year announced. The event reflected ongoing church leadership decisions and plans for member congregations across the region.
The Sun at the World’s Fair, St. Louis, sustains Mr E. M. Studer’s high reputation as manager for furnishing comfortable, affordable accommodations. Its vast size and forest setting draw crowds, with convenient access via streetcar. Rates run from $50 to $5.59 per day European and from $4.00 to $7.00 American plan. A postal inquiry to World’s Fair Grounds, St. Louis, will yield reservation details.
In Ottumwa Iowa district politics a brawl over joint debates erupted as Congress candidates Lacey and Brewster faced off. The Republican committee blocked a meeting, while Brewster issued a personnel challenge to Lacey, who had already accepted. Lacey’s camp doubts the plan, fearing it would boost Brewster’s audience.
An old patent medicine claim describes rapid action by targeting the throat rather than the stomach. It promises to reduce inflammation and soothe throats, claiming permanent cure by aiding lung function and oxygen delivery. Sold by all druggists.
In Des Moines on October 4 a bullet pierced Mamie Young's lung after she attempted suicide at Lawler's saloon on Ninth and Lacast streets. Doctors feared she would die, but nurses report she slept well, remains calm, and shows determination to recover, increasing hope for her survival.
A major shortage of at least 740,000 is reported in the Iowa Lillooett Gold Dredging and Hawk Eye companies, dredging the Fraser River. Stock plunges from 50 cents to 1-3 cents, hitting Des Moines and Polk County residents hard as prominent locals fear losses up to 50,000 dollars. A special meeting is set in Iowa Falls to reveal the shortage, with ex officials and businessmen facing heavy financial risk.
An 19th century style testimonial advert promises a reward for Hall's Catarrh Cure with statements about F J Cheney and associates. It claims the product cures catarrh by acting on the blood and surfaces, and notes price and availability from druggists. The text imitates a testimonial contract common in period ads.
In Affiams Massachusetts on October 4 a platform collapse during the cornerstone laying for St Stanislaus Polish Roman Catholic church sent about 150 people into a basement pit. Bishop Beaven and several clergy were injured as 37 were hospitalized and the ceremony postponed.
Philadelphia's Joby Oliver declares he was near death with yellow skin sunken eyes and no appetite. After three physicians gave up he used Electric Bitters, improved after one bottle and continued for three weeks, claiming they robbed the grave. Available for 56 cents at Frank Nedler's drug store.
In Indianapolis Mrs. Jacob Strowe of Buntington was found dead from a pistol wound, initially deemed suicide though a bullet entry at the back of the head raised doubt. Her husband slept beside her and claimed not to hear the shot. Insurance collection attempts followed as authorities watched 43 under surveillance. John Gresley, a wealthy Monroeville farmer, and Frederick Hause, a young farmer, were arrested in connection with the crime. Gresley was nearby a Democratic parade when a marcher was struck on the head.
Assistant State's Attorney Barnes and Deneen staff met with county officials to plan handling of the Iroquois Theater cases. Potential venue change for Noonan and Cummins if traversing affidavits are not sought. Davis to be arraigned for immediate trial with a quash indictment motion possible. Prosecution may cite prejudice with 2,500 newspaper clippings if traversing affidavits are pursued.
Washington reports a German plan to build a rail route from Lake Nicaragua to the Atlantic Ocean. The 92 mile line would run northeast through Chontales to the River San Juan area, with harbors at Monlaya Pain, supporting cattle, farming, and logging of mahogany and cedar. The project foresees land sales to foreign companies and ties to the Pan American canal effort, with notable German interest.
Cites long use by Mother Gray at the New York Children's Home. Claims cure for teething disorders stomach cramps worms and restless bowels. Advertises 10,000 testimonials, says powder is pleasant and harmless. Sold by druggists with free sample and address for orders.
Rev F P Duffy of St Peters Episcopal Church on Thirty seventh Street and Indiana Avenue labeled Dr Dowie a devout man of strong convictions and clever to business while doubting his alignment with God. Apostle John Alexander in Zion City claimed no equality among the divine and that even Christ does not know everything.
At Holy Trinity church Sunday evening the Brotherhood of St. Andrew held its nineteenth annual convention. Rt Rev Charles H Brent delivered the opening charge stressing the need for a moral and religious life. He warned against moral failure even among religious individuals.
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