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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1910
Page
2
The Lake Mohonk conference advocates international arbitration as an alternative to war. A Paris dispatch notes only seven happy married couples in the city, suggesting married happiness suits a quiet home life amid distractions in Paris.
The mild March of 1910 has been followed by seasonable weather that encourages outdoor plans, with old regional inhabitants noting its arrival and expecting a shift to longer outdoor opportunities soon.
The article notes that ICC delays in probing express charges may push back a formal inquiry until next fall and argues Congress should pass parcels post legislation in this session to address shipping rates. The piece stresses urgency for action by lawmakers.
The passage notes that few people possess enough knowledge to write extensively about comets, yet some men have claimed to be notable astronomers. It reflects on the limited pool of qualified writers and the pretensions of certain figures.
From Juneau Alaska comes the report of a harpooned whale that struck the Sorenson with its tail, wrecking the vessel and forcing the crew into small boats as she sank in four minutes. The tale notes the whale tail is firmer than a comet's tail.
A three million dollar appropriation for fighting tuberculosis in Pennsylvania reportedly fell into corrupt hands. Details of the sequestration remain unclear as officials promise to uncover the graft.
Henry F. Coleman of Cornell College Mount Vernon Ohio earned second place in the interstate collegiate oratorical contest in Omaha Nebraska. His speech titled The Philosophy of the Race Problem addresses race issues and prompts reflection among readers.
The item notes a dispute over a Kaiser remark that Roosevelt was the first civilian to review German soldiers. It argues Roosevelt’s military service gives him a practical record, contrasting it with the Kaiser’s lack of similar combat command experience.
The Flowery Kingdom government, awakened by contact with the Occident, ends slavery and seeks to gain respect abroad. China notes Japan’s progress and hopes to advance industrial and commercial enterprise, pushing reforms to elevate its international standing.
The battleship Florida had to be launched with the propeller and rudder in position and much of its armor bolted to the lower sides because Brooklyn drydock is too short to accommodate work below the water line. This highlights a persistent problem for navy builders racing to keep pace with ship tonnage.
Congress has approved a one hundred thousand dollar appropriation to raise the Maine. Work will proceed despite doubts that funds will cover all needs. A cofferdam may be built around the sunken ship in Havana harbor requiring costly dredging.
The Treasury Department will admit oil cake made from soya beans free of duty, removing the prior 20 percent ad valorem duty. The move aligns with flax and cotton seed oil cake, aiding stockraisers who feed cattle and reducing meat prices for consumers. Every factor matters.
The Saltillo steamer sunk near St. Louis causing twelve deaths. The captain says deaths occurred as passengers rushed onto a lowered gang plank before the ship settled. The plank struck a tree, tossing passengers into the river amid panic, a situation deemed hard to control.
The Sterrett, launched at Quincy Massachusetts, leads a new enlarged class of ocean going destroyers. These ships can act as cruisers and inflict heavy damage on enemy commerce, allowing fleets of battleships to remain at sea. Named for Commodore Andrew Sterrett, the craft would have dominated the Mediterranean against Barbary pirates.
A humorous remark from the Galveston News defines a widower as a man who believes widows are angered by his dating a younger woman.
A survey traces early attempts to power carriages with steam and legs from Franciscan Roger Bacon to Watt and Trevithick. It notes spring and wind wagon precursors, patents in 1644 and 1836, and the 1886 Duryea gasoline engine for modern automobiles. Then shifts to a desert camp account describing a cold dawn and sun heated desert sands in Arizona.
Ferruccio Busoni argues in the Delineator that Bach should be played with a firm noble style. He condemns affectations like soulful swells and too soft legato and advocates tempered elasticity to broaden interpretation. He notes that Liszt Tausig and others’ adaptations are not derogatory to Bach’s original style.
Two years after producing a light buggy with a two horsepower engine, the inventor's first complete vehicle appeared in 1892 marking a key milestone in early automotive history.
An illustrated travel note recounts desert nights and camper wisdom as the author references a New York Times piece. It discusses music by Raff adapting Bach for modern orchestra and the shift from Bach’s damper pedal traditions to present piano technique.
The article recalls early steam carriages like Cugnot's 1769 gun carriage and a later three wheeler with a rear jet for propulsion. It also describes desert bivouac techniques using hollowed sand for body heat and shelter in a windy Arizona trek.
In London Opinion a narrator recalls a High Passover carriage scene. A lorgnette wielding middle aged woman and a fluffy haired blue eyed passenger clash over an open window as the porter wavers. The commercial traveler proposes leaving the window open until one woman freezes then closing it.
The householder asks for an easy chair in a store, while the salesman says to check with the boss. The shopper wants guidance in choosing and jokes that the boss ought to be a judge, reflecting a humorous store interaction.
A terse reminder urges against declaring personal failure. It advocates relying on supportive friends for perspective rather than self assessment as defeat. The note underscores humility and resilience amid difficulty.
London May 18 Rudyard Kipling writes a verse tribute to King Edward praising his inheritance and leadership. The poet recalls his tireless service and unwavering devotion as his people rely on him, noting his sacrifice and unselfish service for the nation.
A Chicago Record Herald piece notes a monument to Yellow Thunder near Baraboo Wisconsin by the Sauk County Historical Society. It recalls his 1812 alliance with Britain, forced migration to Iowa, return to Portage Wisconsin, burial near Baraboo, and later reburial under the monument. It also mentions Catherine Te-kak-wi-tha the Mohawk nun memorialized at Auriesville and Mohawk history stages in New York.
The article notes Tekakwitha, the first Indian nun, who died in 1680 after enduring severe penances and who inspired visions at her tomb. It also describes Sacajawea’s grave tablet and memorials for Sioux leader Ish-Tah-Um-Ba at Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, with details on monuments, inscriptions, and associated individuals.
New York and vicinity warehouses report 1 119 000 cases of eggs stored, nearly double last year in twenty eight of thirty two warehouses. Prices for wholesale storage eggs range around 21 25 cents per dozen, with western and Pennsylvania origins fetching higher quotes.
Virginia plans to present France with a marble life size copy of the Washington statue from the capitol rotunda. The bill, introduced by Senator King, carries a 0,000 appropriation and requires a bond for marble safety. The work will occur in the capitol rotunda and may reuse the same artist as the Hall of Fame replica.
Mrs. Smith names a lone kitten Ben to honor an aged cat. Ben, the kitten, later fathers offspring. Mrs. Jones, a Bible student, asks for clarification and learns Ben’s last name is Hur, yielding a pun in the tale from Harper's Monthly.
The piece notes the largest air vehicles as the safest options, citing German Zeppelins as near perfected in handling. It suggests travelers should ensure their affairs are in order before boarding such airships.
A dainty afternoon gown is showcased with a fine ecru lace yoke. The batiste fabric is pale as described and the embroidery includes a touch of light blue for subtle contrast.
A Mississippi schoolteacher describes suffering from coffee caused nervousness and heart palpitations. After switching to Postum and following directions she reports improved mood, steadier nerves, and no heart trouble. She credits Pasturc and urges reading The Road to Wellville for more on the product.
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