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Newspaper
Washington Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1903
Page
5
CORA PORTER is designated for the Republican county convention as superintendent candidate. MARTHA E. EMERY is also listed as Superintendent of Schools subject to convention action. KATHERINE MAUTHE appears among the filings for the same party convention.
The article notes that Cobden era free trade could end as Colonial Secretary Joseph Chamberlain proposes a tariff on imported goods. The plan targets American and German rivals with government backing. Parliament might overturn years of free trade doctrine.
A New York inventor patents a cradle phonograph that activates a lullaby as the cradle rocks when the baby stirs. The device aims to soothe with comforting tones while the child believes it has undivided maternal attention.
Analysts say Roosevelt will clash with Wall Street and trust interests if propertied leaders secure a satisfactory Democratic nomination, as the president maintains a firm stance on key policies. The issue centers on who can attract the backing of influential financial interests.
The piece argues Sherman act proceedings against trusts lack sympathy. It claims the public supports large capital but rejects rate advantages for big corporations. It credits President Roosevelt with this belief, aligning him with masses of Republican voters.
Editor D. H. Logan announces his candidacy for county representative before the upcoming Republican convention. He says he has not previously sought office but now intends to present his candidacy openly to the people and will accept the response given.
In a playful exchange the charactersAlgy and Gerald debate a cigarette's fate and how it evades health authorities, reflecting a lighthearted, urban newspaper tone from the New York Times.
An eccentric instructor demonstrates a crank action to students as he explains a machine is turned by a crank. A titter runs through the class, capturing a moment of classroom humor in the New Yorker tone.
A light humorous item from the Chicago News notes a domestic scene with Mrs Neighbors asking about a racket upstairs and Mrs Bleechers revealing her husband brushing off his baseball vocabulary as a playful setup.
A short dialogue contrasts betting morality with personal rights, concluding that no one has a moral right to be wrong. The exchange frames gambling as wicked only when losses occur.
The piece recounts the Cardwell Hargis feud in Breathitt County tied to the Jackson assassination of James B. Marcum. It details past shootings, disputed elections, and court house violence, noting witnesses fear and the continuing cycles of revenge within Kentucky factions. It also includes a second section urging recreation and sane work for mental health and productivity.
Tales recount Mistress Dolly Madison’s tactful handling of visitors at the White House. A country lad at a reception, startled by her approach, eats his saucer and pockets the cup, only to be eased with polite chat about weather, the crowd, and his mother. She guides him back to normality with a fresh cup.
The article notes that the horses in New York firehouses receive special care and affection. Each engine house stalls bears a horse name in large letters, with firefighters giving luxuries and candies such as leaf sugar and nougat to the horses daily.
The Coventry style anecdote recalls Mme Creswell buried at Bridewell, England. Charles II era dramatists praised her impact while a £10 sermon funded only praise. A preacher summarised, saying she was born well, lived well, and died well.
The Treasury notes that bishops rarely appear seriously in modern novels and serve comic relief. Deans often have a scholarly gossip habit, archdeacons are rubicund and self important, and rectors show bluster. Vicars emerge as true clerical villains in many stories.
A stranger and an old guide clash over spelling of muskellunge on a northern Wisconsin lake. The stranger cites Webster as saying mus-kellunge, while the guide boasts he has caught muskies, challenging Webster’s knowledge and implying real experience on the water.
In a playful exchange a man recalls Flo praising a woman’s beauty to win her affection. The reply reveals the flaw that her vanity eclipsed any regard for others, turning flattery into a mirror rather than a means.
A professional prophet notes tomorrow may bring more rain. He declines to offer a personal forecast, citing cautious indications rather than a firm opinion.
The quote emphasizes that success stems from capability and proficiency rather than seeking fame. It highlights consistent effort and mastery as the core driver of achievement.
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Local residents report illnesses and visit relatives while the Washington county Normal Institute opens June 15 for a two week session. Reports include travel, weather impacts on circuses, class day exercises for the 1903 Washington High School, and various social visits and sales.
Remnant advertises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for burns cuts and wounds. The notice urges stocking the remedy for accidents in remote living and lists Cook and Sherman Drug Store as the outlet selling it for 25 cents.
The committee on privileges of the Chautauqua will receive bids up to and including Saturday June 6 at 6 p m for the exclusive stand and lunch privilege and for the dining hall privilege. A R Miller W R McClean Com C M Kick
Thousands report relief from sick and nervous headaches using Dr King s New Life Pills. They claim to purify blood and improve health. Priced at 25 cents with a money back guarantee if not cured. Sold by Cook and Sherman Druggists.
Harry Gay, arrested at Runnels Ta last week for the murder of Arthur Meade at West Liberty three weeks ago, has been released after investigators confirmed his whereabouts on the murder date. The officers could have learned the facts with proper inquiry, avoiding a potential wrongful arrest.
Mrs S H Newson of Decatur Alabama endured three years of severe indigestion and stomach troubles until Electric Bitters cured her. She reports immediate improvement and full recovery, praising the medicine for liver kidney and bowel issues. Only 50 cents and guaranteed by Cook and Sherman Druggists.
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