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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1903
Page
3
In this reflective piece the author contrasts autumn’s sadness with moments of humor. It notes dreary scenes of fallen leaves and brown fields while depicting cheerful vignettes from street life, schoolchildren, countryside activities, and a dancing calf, all shaping autumn’s mixed mood.
Sir Michael Herbert the British ambassador to the United States died in Davos Platz Switzerland after a long battle with consumption. He had served as ambassador since 1902 and was recalled by near famous Venezuelan dispute tensions. He left two sons and was survived by his wife and family. Interment is planned at Wilton England.
Paris reports reliable information that Japan plans to dispatch two infantry regiments to Corea, a move viewed as significant for Russo Japanese relations and potential war crisis. Authorities say 8000 to 10000 troops are involved, framed as experimental mobilization with no stated link to China.
The text argues for two realms of truth the scientific and the practical. It condemns those who deny economic or scriptural truths to protect interests and stresses that noble conduct follows truth in action. It maintains that institutions are built by men of high purpose and chivalry, not by money or buildings.
The piece argues that mob law arises from agitation and prejudice and that true patriotism requires active citizenship. It calls for loyal citizens to influence laws and governance rather than passive compliance to protect the republic.
In a heavy rainstorm near Camp Young West Point Kentucky on October 6 8 000 state troops and regulars contested a major war game. The Brown rear guard held four roads and maintained a retreat line while the Blue advance pressed the Michigan center amid foggy conditions and smoky powder puffs.
President Roosevelt works on two messages for the fall and winter sessions. He plans to cover Cuban reciprocity isthmian canal tariff reform currency needs and currency legislation. The Philippines Alaska navy and railroad safety are also on the agenda with prosecutions for government scandals and bills to advance western Indians.
Dr. C W Fuchs announces a new X ray method to color diamonds and other gems. He claims permanent color can be achieved and even bleaching to white may be possible, with topazes and pearls also treated.
London reports the cabinet changes with Brodrick moving to India secretary, Austen Chamberlain becomes chancellor of the exchequer, Lyttleton taking colonies, Arnold-Forster to war, Murray to Scotland, and Stanley to postmaster general.
A man believed to be John W. Lill of Lexington Kentucky collapsed and died at the Morris and Essex hotel after returning from a trip abroad. He had just reached the hotel to spend the night and was about to register when he fell and perished.
New York Oct 3 reports show 47 852 aliens landed at Ellis Island in the month, exceeding last year by 5 543. The opening two days of October saw 3 012 arrivals, indicating continued large inflows.
Elliott W. Shanklin secretary of the Kentucky Trotting Horse Breeders association collapsed and died Friday night in his Lexington office. He had complained of indigestion earlier that day and death was due to organic heart disease.
A lightning bolt struck at Eakins Corners near Grove City Pennsylvania killing John Moore age 20 who was unmarried and injuring two others. Thomas Graham 20 and Frank Moore 19 both unmarried sustained fatal injuries as they sought shelter under a large tree after leaving church.
Chicago stock news reports C. A. resigned Monday as president of the Ship Owners Drydock Co at his request following an arrest on forgery charges. Once reputed worth hundreds of thousands, MacDonald allegedly secured 6400 with a fraudulent note bearing J. H. Graham of the Graham Morton Transportation Co. He posted 7500 bond for a hearing set October 9 as the case proceeds.
An immense cooker exploded at the Corning distillery in Peoria on Saturday morning killing seven men and injuring three others. The blast destroyed most of the plant, scattering debris 250 feet, blowing out three walls, and causing about $100,000 in damage. The plant, owned by the Cornings, will be idle for months.
Chief Justice J Brewster McCollum of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court died at his Montrose home about midnight Saturday after a two year illness. A Susquehanna County native, he was 71 and admitted to the Susquehanna county bar in 1855 after graduating from Pooghkeepsie law school. He succeeded Henry Green as chief justice in 1900.
Dr. Frank Irving of the City hospital disputes a circulating claim that X rays kill mosquitoes and insects. He notes letters requesting information and says X rays may irritate insects. A Side note mentions a Newark girl preferring costly candy in a fancy box over cheaper candy in a bag.
Veteran Joshua Heller of Urbana Illinois testifies in a long ad insert that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved his kidney trouble and back pain after a fall 1899 episode with kidney disease. The ad promises a free trial by mail and notes the medicine is sold by druggists for 50 cents a box.
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