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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1903
Page
3
A Washington dinner hosted by Secretary Root drew several speakers from the committee, with Congressman Cannon in attendance but not speaking until after others had. Cannon joked about being asked to testify, recounting a revival meeting memory and quipping that he was the next speaker after elder, minister, and deacon addressed the crowd.
Hall Caine admires actor craftsmanship and on a U S visit shared a matinee remark with a New York clergyman A church versus stage quarrel led to a quip The clergy speak of real things yet affect audiences less than actors who treat imaginary matters as real, Caine noted
Mimicry among butterflies moths and other insects is a life or death matter. Many moths bear a black mark and tails on hindwings resembling horns to mislead predators. Lizards shed tails to escape, while crabs shed claws and lobsters drop limbs to distract foes. Squirrels gain escape chances through a bushy tail or fur.
Wealthy Philadelphia manufacturer John B Stetson makes a drastic revision to his will affecting the John B Stetson University in Deland Florida. The move follows trustees exonerating the president Dr John F Forbes after an investigation.
A New England senator's fair constituent, a pension claimant, writes a pointed missive praising sacrifice and harshly criticizing the pension department. She laments loss of home and health, urges removal of officials, and imagines confiscating pay until officials suffer as she did.
A Mexican silver millionaire, Pedro Alvarado, began as a poor miner earning 50 cents daily and found a rich ledge that paid out to a fortune of 50 million dollars. He owns the Palmillo mine, expected to double his wealth in years. Recently his wife, needing a dentist, led the family from Parral to Chihuahua in a special train, about thirty people aboard with their belongings.
A Canton native raised by French parents introduces a new Parisian musical trend. The woman possesses semi transparent pink teeth resembling coral, said to be non decaying and incredibly hard. A dentist notes only diamonds can mark their surface.
Representative Kaboe of Kentucky holds an ancient 1762 sheepskin deed in perfect condition. A constituent sent it for evaluation of its value for a large land tract near Lancaster Pennsylvania. Bank and legal experts in the house doubt its value or validity.
Dr. Edward Everett Hale urged the Fathers’ club to favor open-air living and rural life over crowded tenement cities. He warned that tall crowded houses are wicked and hoped future generations would escape city life to learn simple truths of nature and avoid the industrial machine.
Gov Odelli of New York recalls a Newbury park tale in which a badly injured Irishman in Fishkill hospital loses both legs after an accident. The priest or doctor offers spiritual comfort and a sardonic dialogue follows about prospects. The tale ends with a stubbornly hopeful remark about the loss.
In the days before the election a Democratic candidate met a well known Republican at a Reading hotel corridor. The rival, an impecunious man, greeted him warmly and then asked for a $5 loan. The candidate implied his political support would shift for money.
An inscription on a private Chelsea house built for the painter Whistler, by Godwin, notes the artist as “noted for very peculiar ideas” on art and beauty. The owner, displeased with Godwin’s work, reportedly carved a reply over the entrance declaring the house was built “by Gadwin” with a malapropism of “Godwin.”
A centenarian named Jacob Belcher, a Polish plumber from Lodz, reportedly lived to 116 and, according to Cracow papers, remained active in his trade until a fall from a roof ended his work three years ago. The story highlights a possible entry among the world’s oldest men.
John Wesley Gaines attempted a parliamentary inquiry during a tense session over the claims bill. The house grew cross and stungry as Gaines spoke, then Congressman Olmsted interrupted, noting the gentleman is of year behind, and the body adjourned without hearing his point.
Jay Cooke, the veteran financier, owns several farms and hothouses. His guests enjoy a fully self-sufficient spread from his own milk, eggs, meat, bread, fruit, and specialty items. The scene highlights his 8,4 rule and pride in superior, home-grown produce.
In Washington last week Morgan spoke to a group of gentlemen about issues facing Wall Street. He offered opinions on problems, proposing actions to influence news and public perception. The exchange hinted at strategic moves, with Morgan suggesting arrangements favoring his side of the debate.
In Salisbury North Carolina on June 8 J P Caldwell quoted from the Charlotte Observer recounting a tale of Andrew Jackson. While Jackson stayed in Rockford then the county seat of Surry the hotel keeper charged him a bill. After news of the January 8 1815 victory reached the area the landlord cancelled the debt by writing settled in full by the battle of New Orleans in the hotel register.
A shrewd farmer named Uncle Harvey dismisses a flashy incubator salesman. The Green Bag recounts the scene with the youth's persuasive pitch and low prices. Harvey replies with wit, noting he values a hen's time over the salesman’s rhetoric.
Mrs Gouverneur Kortright imports a new, neither nickel nor silver trimmed victoria in dark maroon with penciled yellow spokes. Copper trim replaces traditional metals with a copper clock copper book case and copper mounted mirrors and guides.
Beerbohm Tree, famed London manager, dismisses a provincial actor with a grand offer to join the last act. The aspiring performer remains poised and replies that he has not heard such humor since Tree’s Hamlet jab.
A pocket purse with money was lost by Thomas Banks two weeks ago. No notices were posted, but Banks placed an ad in the Argus and the dog, hearing the family read the item, apparently helped locate the purse in the backyard. Banks is $40 ahead and the dog is humorously claimed to be stolen at the first opportunity.
Lee S. Overman, 49, a North Carolina lawyer and parlia mentarian, becomes the state’s new senator after serving five terms in the House and as former private secretary to Gov. Vance. A Trinity College alumnus, he ran as the Democratic candidate to succeed Senator Vance and served as a state Democratic presidential elector in 1900.
Congressman Littlefield assures correspondents that journalistic talent is confined to national matters. A Maine coast wreck is described by a reporter who recalls a giant wave sweeping over a doomed craft and six sailors dying, prompting colleagues to vow none could beat that line.
Professor Koch reports a sucens ful method to destroy rats in ship holds. In Hamburg an experiment on the Bulgaria placed rats in cages in the hold and filled the hold with a gaseous substance. All rats died, and the system will be used in the German navy and major steamship lines.
A Columbus State Journal anecdote quotes a famed landscape gardener recalling John D. Rockefeller saying I never had any money to burn. The gardener anecdotally notes Rockefeller claimed to save a few dollars, prompting the gardener to quit smoking at Rockefeller’s grounds, with Rockefeller replying the stove isn’t going today.
A southern congressman living in a Washington hotel employs an old colored man as personal attendant. The servant, long in s ervitude, exerts notable authority and interrupts a whisky toast when the host says he will drink to ward off a cold. The attendant quips that they are trying to break up a whole winter, highlighting humorous workplace power dynamics.
Representative Louis J. Tichacek of St. Louis plans a bill to require the state to provide rooms and board for legislators during sessions in Jefferson City. He argues current meals are inadequate and expenses are rising, proposing a $50,000 appropriation to establish a hotel for members and state officials. If the boarding house fails to meet standards, the state could be held responsible.
The Chicago Historical Society's executive committee endorses August 1, 1903 as Chicago's centennial, noting it marks one hundred years since Federal troops under Lieut Swearinger established Fort Dearborn at the Chicago River mouth, founding the city. The committee regards this as the true start of Chicago's history, beyond the Kinzie arrival.
Bishop Coleman of Delaware toured the West Virginia highlands each summer. In a mountain inn he declined a drink and was mocked by locals who asked if he eats hay. The mountaineer then urged the group to drink, questioning the bishop’s fitness as company for man or beast.
Friends believed him dead after a Joseph H. Outhwaite of Ohio died recently and newspapers ran obituaries. The former congressman toured Washington and found that many associates assumed his death, recounting startled reactions as he greeted them.
Senator Platt of Connecticut and Congressman Metcalfe of California discuss a novel Metcalfe was reading. The scene unfolds in a house committee as Platt questions if the book is a detective tale about villains, with Metcalfe confirming and sharing the title page. The exchange sparks a brief discussion of this particular literature.
A New York wedding featured fifteen bridesmaids all paid for their participation. Beside gowns supplied by the bride’s father, each bridesmaid received 25 for appearing in the train. Some received up to 100 for the tenor role, while one sought-after beauty appeared as bridesmaid at multiple weddings, amassing a considerable fortune through costly gifts.
Prof C A L Totten of Yale says thirteen governs luck in 1903, pointing to thirteen in heraldry on the Great Seal and the silver quarter. He notes thirteen letters in BE and cites biblical and historical ties, urging calm over superstitions.
Supreme Court Justice Woodward and Borough President Cantor discuss public dinner attendance and a tale about an old constituent from Fredonia whose weakness was strong drink. The town refused a license and a trolley to Dunkirk three miles away was used to obtain liquor. A drunken relative is described with a wary, humorous punchline about his progress.
In Galway ancient city walls four dated gates bear mottos addressing neighboring clans the O Fiarhearty O Daly O Kelly and O Madden. North gate prays deliverance from O Fiarhearty foes south gate from O Daly devils east gate from O Kelly cutthroats and west gate from O Madden murderers. The text notes the neighbors as a troubling "collection" for local folk.
The sculptor reports surviving rune usage by a few elderly Hungarian herdsmen, including Michael Tax of Temescher Komitat who still keeps accounts on wood in the antique style. The practice is fading as compulsory schooling spreads, with only three others said to read the script.
Delegate from New Mexico expresses astonishment at how many in surrounding states view New Mexico as a foreign land. A New York wholesale clerk mistakes gas orders for shipment to New Mexico, prompting a sharp geography lesson from the shopper about territorial status.
The London Globe reports German budget papers reveal the expedition to the South Pole has yet to yield any news. A silence has provoked anxiety, with £25,000 earmarked for a potential 1903 search expedition if no word by June arrives.
Reform in New York District Attorney Jerome of New York expresses pride in past work aiding the Alice department. Capt. Dunnon has been convicted of irregular practices and fined $250. Capt. Moynihan and others face reprimands or retirement as officials are held to account.
The sheriff asks what the condemned wants before death and the prisoner asks for a glass of new ale. The mug foams as it is poured, the sheriff questions the foam, and the gaoler explains the foam is for health before the drop is feared.
The Turkestan government press reports strict rules for foreigners in Central Asia. Foreigners may be barred from Kuschk and linked frontier zones. Those arrested are sent to issuing authorities or nearest town. Spying or other criminal acts trigger arrest and transfer to appropriate authorities.
A bluejacket who has recently wed relays a colorful description of his wife and her apparel. He compares her to a clipper built craft with a figure-head, notes a five foot eight inch keel, a light draft, and speed in the ballroom. The rigging includes lace, flowers, silk mainsail, Valenciennes forestays, and steel frame with whalebone stanchions, plus storm and squall canvas. He adds she answers the helm well and can turn in her own length.
A farmer recalls a New Year incident involving a Kaffir sent to fetch raisins from Waterkloof. The letter claimed several pounds but the fruit proved lighter as the man admitted eating most of them. The Kaffir hid the letter behind a rock to hide his theft.
Supreme Court Justice Dickey of Brooklyn lightens a dull trial with good natured wit during a assault damages case. A witness hesitated to answer and the court sustained him, prompting the attorney to push a point. The justice replied that the underlying principle was the plaintiff rather than the court.
During winter sports at Ottawa Governor-General Marcuis of Lorne wore fur clothing in near zero temperatures. An Indigenous spectator, mostly uncovered, explains his tolerance by noting white men’s faces are not used to the cold, concluding with the retort Injun all face.
Friends of former mayor Abram S Hewitt recall the romance surrounding his marriage. The article notes Hewitt as a tutor to the Cooper children and recounts a voyage in the Mediterranean where a wreck led to drowning but Hewitt’s bravery helped save a life, sparking a lasting friendship that blossomed into love.
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