21 Mar 1908
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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1908
Page
1
Editor W JARVIS notes varied musings on life and society. Juvenile crime, court decisions, and hints of wartime sentiment mingle with jokes about weather and fashion. The piece cites a Pittsburg paper on Count mi and references Easter bonnets and politics.
The proposal to run women only street cars in London sparks concern among suffragettes who fear infringement of rights. Activists argue that if the plan targeted men, resistance would be stronger.
A Washington Post line notes friendship tests worth and need revealing values while the Baltimore American counters that such tests reveal the loss of ideals and illusions, presenting a sharper social reflection on esteem and realism.
A young Connecticut man who urged a young woman to elope was discouraged when a can of hot water was thrown at him. Ironically the hot water cooled his plan as the attempt was thwarted and the couple's hopes faded.
A remark on why rare matches occur when the groom is an American heir and the bride is a daughter of foreign nobility, noting the unusual nature of such international unions.
A man told a girl of a plan to dry wet shoes with oats. She said she had no oats. He then sent her a bushel of oats the next day, prompting a serious mistake and unintended consequences.
French military experts believe Japan would face little trouble defeating the United States if war were declared. They draw a historical parallel to 1870 when French experts thought France could whip Germany with minimal delay, suggesting confidence in rapid decisive action.
Public school teachers in New York press for the return of corporal punishment for flagrant offenders. After testing moral suasion and newer methods, they conclude Solomon understood a harsher approach.
The Philadelphia mayor asserts George Washington truly authored the spoils doctrine, while predicting a future critic may expose him as a candidate for the Ananias club, challenging enduring national traditions and the Father of His Country image.
John Ryder Randall who recently died wrote Maryland My Maryland one of the war’s stirring songs. The Words drew from the clash between Massachusetts troops and Baltimore residents and were set to Lau riger Horatius. The Youths Companion notes the song moved from local to national hymn as the war began.
Reports from Washington ordered an inquiry into a $5 000 to $6 000 shortage in Charles F Gallenkamp's customs surveyor office in St Louis. Chief Deputy Clerk A F Shriner relieved for ten days as secret investigations proceed. Shriner away from post, rumors and secrecy noted by Secret Service.
Bandits entered the George Peebles general store in Crab Orchard east of Marion and blew the safe, taking stamps cash and other post office valuables. Bloodhounds tracked the trail but the fugitives were not yet captured.
In Saratoga Texas on Tuesday Albert Clampitt surrendered after firing a single shotgun shot at Thomas Williams at Williams barbershop. Williams died while R Wilson and Blase Laticolas were wounded. Wilson worked at the shop and was also a bystander. Authorities note family trouble between Williams and Clampitt.
Samuel A. Phillips, manager of the Great Western Fiscal Agency, was arrested in St Paul Minnesota on a warrant sworn by U S district attorney C C Houpt. He was arraigned before a court commissioner and held on $2500 bond furnished by Andrew Lindholm.
Two hundred fifty Woolsetown university students were absent Tuesday to mark St Patrick’s day. The student body sought March 17 as a holiday, a request that was denied. The university will report actions taken when the absentees return.
Philadelphia Mayor Reyburn announced immediate steps to borrow $9,000,000 in loan bills authorized by councils last year. The funds will fund municipal improvements aimed at creating work for the citys unemployed.
United States District Attorney C. O. Houpt filed complaints in nine suits against the Great Northern Railroad Co. alleging violations of federal law that cattle in transit must receive food water or rest within 36 hours.
Denver reports machinists in the western Gould properties walk out after a contract dispute over open shop terms. A general strike order targets Denver & Rio Grande, Rio Grande & Western, Rio Grande Southwestern, and Missouri Pacific lines, with potential wider action if unresolved this week.
Investigators on the Lazarus Averbuch case halted by Chief Shippy dispute, as Miss Jane Addams Hull House leader backs the probe with Mrs. Joseph T. Bowen and Mrs. Mary H. Wilmarth, noted social donors and former Hull House trustee.
Augus ta Georgia hosts a growing immigrant colony as Berckmanns nursery expands to thirteen Austrians. The experiment has proven satisfactory for both sides, prompting further recruitment and settlement in the area.
Washington society notes the entry of Mrs. H. H. Hosley widow of Commander Hosley who commanded the dry dock Dewey to Manila into business by opening a millinery shop at a central Washington location.
PittsburgArthur I Bennett is sought by police on embezzlement charges. H J He Nulty, a wealthy broker, testifies Bennett handed him a fixed orange and, while under the influence of the drugged fruit, he signed away fifty thousand dollars.
A Holy See delegate arrived in La Paz to renew diplomatic relations between the Bolivian government and the Vatican, signaling a possible reestablishment of formal ties.
Harriet Bartlett wife of Attorney Charles L Bartlett and daughter of Postmaster Wilcox shot herself Monday evening in their home. The body lay on the bed with a bullet wound to the temple the gun gripped in her hand. Bartlett testified she had suffered insomnia for weeks and often spoke of dying and suicide reflecting deepdespondency.
Washington reports show both Houses adjourning after general debate on the pension appropriation measure. The House discussed politics finance trusts and the president's message for about four hours before adjourning at 4 24 p m in memory of late Senator William Pinckney Whyte of Maryland. The Senate, in session briefly, also adjourned to honor Whyte.
Boise district judge recommends commuting the death sentence of Harry Orchard to imprisonment in a peniten tiary. Judge Wood cites Orchard's truthful testimony in the Haywood and Pettibone trials as the basis for the recommendation after convicting him of ex Governor Steunenberg murder.
In Guadalajara more than 300 spectators watched Jose Maria Moreno, owner of the San Pedro ranch in Conposital, walk into a bull pen and allow himself to be gored to death. Moreno had gathered the crowd by invitation, delivered a brief speech, and then met the bull.
Washington senate committee on public lands ordered a favorable report on a bill to return the $1 cancellation fee for land entries to the land office register. Since 1892 the fee was collected and retained by registers, later diverted to the treasury under new regulations. The bill requires an estimated $100,000 appropriation to implement.
Washington report notes a House public lands committee favoring Mondell Wyoming's bill to raise non-timbered non-irrigable land eligible under the homestead act from 160 to 320 acres. The measure requires five years continuous residence and soil cultivation. It targets semi arid reclamation by dry farming across multiple states and territories, potentially opening millions of acres to entry.
A bill to create a national university at Washington was ordered by Representative McKinlay of Illinois. Backed by the National Association of State University Presidents, it proposes an initial appropriation of five hundred thousand dollars to launch the university’s creation.
Representative Shackelford of Missouri, a committee on claims member, introduces a second resolution in the House to uncover what happened to the $61,500 shortage in the St. Louis sub-treasury as the bill to relieve Sub-treasurer Akins remains pending.
An off duty special police officer Jill I Edward C Heffer was shot and killed after ejecting Donald Starr from the Jackson Park elevated station. Starr, intoxicated, wounded bystander J L Morelan, then fatally shot himself leaving the bystander seriously wounded and Starr fatally injured.
Washington, D. C. Official announcement by Secretary Metcalf states Rear Admiral Evans will be relieved of command of the battleship fleet at San Francisco due to ill health. He will be succeeded by Rear Admiral Charles M. Thomas, presently second in command.
The operators are accused of starting a war to discredit President John Mitchell of the Mine Workers of America. The only thing that could avert a huge strike is the mine workers stance on whether to defend their retiring leader or push further for peace measures.
Senator La Follette spoke two and a half hours in the senate on the currency bill before asking to suspend his remarks. Senator Aldrich reported committee amendments exempting railroad bonds from emergency currency, limiting retirement and allowing issues to be par value of the bonds used to secure them.
On motion by Senator Culberson of Texas Senator Gore of Oklahoma was removed from the senate committee on privileges and elections and appointed a member of the committee on agriculture and forestry.
The senate spent hours Tuesday examining the legislative executive and judicial appropriation bill. Senator Cullom, in charge, said higher official pay was increased to prevent efficient employees from leaving the service in response to Senator Bacon's query.
A 19th century note explains a blowpipe test to distinguish pure metallic White Lead from adulterated paint. Genuine White Lead resolves to metallic lead under intense heat, while impurities resist change. The National Lead Company offers free blowpipes and instructions via mail in New York City.
A country clergyman questions a boy about Bible parables during a round of visits. The lad, under his mother’s wary gaze, admits a fondness for the tale about someone who loafs and fishes, delivering a gentle vignette of faith and humor.
A southern town livery firm added a one story frame stable to house wagons and equipment. Night watchman Jerry, long in service, boasted the firm’s growth, noting the substantial building to meet increasing business. Dialogue echoes a frontier tone from the era.
A light exchange jokes about sand in hair as balloon ballast, claimed to be the fashionable nod to aeronautics. The snippet captures period wit and urban flippancy in a social chatter piece.
A Michigan music student recounts severe nerves threatened daily practice. After switching from coffee to Postum, she notes improved well being, resumed hours of practice, and says her father, a physician, also recommends the beverage. The testimonial ends with a plug for Postum.
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