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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1908
Page
8
An old account recounts Lord Wolseley using his prosthetic eye to threaten a captured Arab near Arabi Tasha. He removed the glass eye, pretended to throw it into the air, and reinserted it, forcing the prisoner to capitulate. The tale credits this act with gaining critical intelligence and contributing to Arabi’s defeat.
A Heston Herald correspondent reports a famous anecdote about Gustave Planche the eccentric critic. The tale contrasts his wit with a hostess remark and a self mockery about dirty hands from holding a book while bathing.
The Be douin Ix ttt employ trained trackers who identify each animal by its distinctive footprints. They pursue stock theft across camps from Ismailia toward Sudan, with one camel recaptured after weeks of pursuit and the thief punished. The system relies on natural ability forged from boyhood training to distinguish every hoofprint among thousands on dusty roads.
Pearson's Weekly notes Lord Curzon as a bright but mischievous boy at Eton who vexed a mathematics master by ragging yet repeatedly provided lucid and satisfactory solutions to difficult problems, often being the only pupil who could.
A discussion argues that people are not inherently equally good and that moral and intellectual capacities vary widely. Some individuals are born with little or no will or intellect, making them morally and intellectually inferior. The piece cites Etrand Magazine to illustrate the concept of moral idiocy alongside intellectual limitation.
A reader recalls attending a performance of Verdi's Aida or Trovatore last night with disappointment. The note mentions the crowd's reaction and frustration at the band organs continuing familiar tunes for years, as reported by the Plittsburg Post.
A fragment from Chicago News presents a cryptic line about unspoken thoughts and personal revelation. It mentions Windig-Say and Knox with vague self references and a sense of hidden emotion. The wording hints at inner conflict and unreleased sentiments.
A brief proverb style note quotes a Chinese proverb about folly as a hidden personal secret, framing a reflection on human conduct and restraint.
Ada C Sweet of Chicago, a pension commissioner under Grant and early advocate for women’s rights, makes her public debut in Lombard. She faces a hush then delivers a decisive shout to the Lombard soldiers as the crowd erupts, while her father cheers from his horse and the village’s literary figure remains stern.
A medical writer explains a gargling method with patient seated and water swished by tongue action. The procedure involves controlled swallows, gurgling, and forceful expulsion through the throat and nostrils. The account notes relief when correctly performed and suggests practitioners try it on themselves.
The town council, after a long session, aimed to adjourn for luncheon but faced mayor opposition. An alternate member quipped about hunger aiding dispatch of business, while another caller exclaimed in surprise at the mayor’s reluctance to lunch. The London Scraps reflects the humorous exchange.
A traveler asks a rural man how far to the next town. The man replies in dialect that distance is not very far yet not very near, suggesting it lies between near and far, enhanced by the remark that without its closeness it would be farther.
A fragmented note describes two pound trout behaving cannibalistically, unusual for their size, as streams and conditions influence feeding. The shared text mentions Sy and Lan as potential sources or observers of this odd trout action.
Geo Osborne visited Petersburg last week for well work. Spencer opened a new Methodist church on Sunday. The Spirit Lake Board of Supervisors met to address district matters amid a calm, clear June-like day. A grand social at the Great Tea Cream parlors by the west side band of the Presbyterian Leauge drew a large crowd with an excellent program. Election results in Spirit Lake named Dr. G. O. Fitz mayor, John W. Cravens treasurer, H. M. W. White assessor, and Geo F. Buck councilman, with Atty H. R. Kise relocating to the Peterson residence from Baxter in May.
Tribune reports Cushivan was passenger to Batherville Tuesday where he will work with Arnett and Wel this coming summer. Cain a veterinary surgeon from Hincherville treated a horse hurt earlier in the week. Shertie Culver of West Union pursued Walter Whitbeck for his father’s murder and captured him at Bast Lake, Minn., now jailed. Public opinion remains split on Whitbeck’s guilt.
Perry Dowden and other residents spent Sunday in Dolliver while new families moved in Tuesday. Abe Pickell made a business trip to Armstrong on Saturday. Mrs S K B Green is on the sick list. Myrtle Naubuskish of Swea City visited over Sunday. J H Merriott of Graver and Hazell Taylor visited the A. H. Pickell home Sunday. A Friday dance was enjoyed by all. Dowdens expected home Tuesday. Dorothy’s 6th birthday party given by Mrs Shifler. Mrs Andy Wildes of Grover visited Monday. A J Wilder returned Friday from Grundy county after funeral. Merriott visited Calliver. Mrs Enos Mills returned from Duluth. Chrig Juhl home briefly from Ames. Mrs Arthur Pitcher drove to her farm Monday. B F Taylor pulled a car from mud after midnight chase. Five in party. two ladies. Miss Nelson of Ketchikan Alaska visiting sister Mrs A S Anderson. L Dobbie ate Estherville friends Saturday. Jim Coon of Estherville visited Leopold last Friday. Etta Van Emen stayed with sister Mrs Wim Lesher. C S Barber and OC Rewey visited. Mrs Geo Weir visited Geo Schmidt in Huntington. Adelaide Nichol spent a night at J A Barber home. Mrs Wm Lesher of Estherville visited Thursday. Walter Bombarger called on Mr and Mrs A Adolph last week. Chas Schultz spent Sunday with Mrs W Leopold in Center township.
Last week Akre conducted business at Baltis while social events and visits filled the area. Elvira Pierson to host a social at Kennedy schoolhouse on Friday April 17. J C G Jensen and family visited Ringsted. Y Garson came from Graettinger. a local baseball team organized. Rev Poaulerad to preach near town. L O Kallestad and sister Olaia visited relatives. Sarl Markley from Estherville. Marion Barnma of Dolliver visited. Nob Nelson left for Michigan to manage real estate, P H Paulson of Estherville on political business. Wallingford school to host shadow social April 23, proceeds for new organ. Linch and pockets urged for attendance.
Seeding and plowing underway with workers I B Taylor for Mr. Hornby and Elgie Stoltenberg for Mrs. Bielding. Mrs. Will Irwin visited her parents in Ketherville after weekend. Alva Baker of Wisconsin, formerly Graver, was seen on the streets Friday.
Raleigh N. B. Peterson and others visited in the area during midweek and weekend. Farmers report plowing and seeding while social events are planned including a Walling dance. Timothy seed stocked for sale at Greig and Zeeman’s Elevator in Laersoy.
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