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Newspaper
Webster City Tribune
Location
Webster City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1905
Page
1
A collage of quips and observations on society politics science and travel. The item references Geronimo sympathy for the yacht Apache fashion hats whiskers a Panamanian cost of living and a London antique cup sale with rumination on education and warfare.
A humorous reflection on valuing a person who speaks many languages while admitting only one is understood by the speaker. The line contrasts broad linguistic skill with personal comprehension, highlighting language gaps.
An English golfer wins the international ladies championship. The report notes that Miss Chrysanthemum of Japan did not compete, suggesting comparisons between competing rivals. The Boston Transcript is quoted with a quip about which are worse gypsy moths or firebugs and thanks the Boston paper.
The renowned pianist Paderewski suffers from myalgia affecting neck muscles and the right scapular region. He emphasizes that such a condition is more than a mere stiff neck for a performer of his stature.
Readers note a recent social fashion in New York where fashionable women adopt a faint lisp as part of their style. The trend is described as charming and modest compared to bolder épaules of prior seasons.
An English observer abroad claims Canadians are learning to think Americanly and warns that close proximity will accelerate changes over time. He notes the influence of cross border proximity on language and thought.
A quotation emphasizes American leadership on the seas noting that rapid progress can blind to global power. The line contrasts America’s primacy with the rest of the world and suggests speed as a defining advantage.
A Pittsburg mother of seven teens asks for alimony or a pension. The father has not been accused of non support and should receive consideration.
The Earl of Wemyss says prohibitionists live 57 years, drunkards 69 years and moderate drinkers 71 years. He will not be invited to address the next WCTU convention.
A provision in William Yiepler's will requires the executors to locate Anthony Fiala who led the last Polar expedition funded by Ziegler. If they fail to find him the text hints at a fallback or alternative arrangement. The excerpt raises questions about successor appointments and the reach of the will.
Venus rises between two and three a m this month and stargazers must stay out late to view her. The note adds a caution that using this as an excuse at home could be misinterpreted.
Mrs Reginald Vanderbilt visits Philadelphia with her poodle. At the hotel the dog chews a hole in a $500 rug. The landlord charges the amount to board. The dog is for sale.
The owner of Walt Whitman’s birthplace refuses a commemorative tablet on the building or its grounds. The message suggests the owner has not been convinced Whitman is a poet.
Reports from leading wheat states indicate the 1905 yield will reach 670 million bushels the largest since 1901. The note warns that anyone aiming to corner the market faces a substantial challenge this year.
Fannie Frish a domestic at the Glove hotel in Iowa City died after ingesting carbolic acid. She suffered for an hour before death, with unclear motive though temporary insanity is considered possible. Her parents are said to be insane, suggesting hereditary risk.
The text notes a giant plow used on a California ranch near Bakersfort. It describes the machine as eighteen feet tall with capability to cut a furrow eight feet wide and six feet deep. It also mentions the British Museum housing over 1,750,000 books and shelving over sixty nine miles long.
Virgil H. White a rising Des Moines lawyer and son of former gubernatorial candidate Fred White vanished after a canoe trip Sunday night. A overturned canoe and clothing found near the river bank north of Flint brick works sparked fears of drowning though no body has been recovered and no motive for suicide is apparent.
Des Moines reports Senator James J. Crossley of Madison County plans to push a statewide primary election bill in the next legislative session after its defeat this year. He will study reforms from other states and prepare a remodeled measure, with Senator Allison likely to review and possibly influence its details.
Des Moines notes Midland Chautauqua has already contracted to spend more than $1500 beyond the usual budget for the Des Moines event. The program promises notable speakers including Bryan and Booker T. Washington, touring acts, and camping parties. admission is only $1.00 for an eleven day festival at 354 Good Block.
A youth, son of Alva, went fishing near the Patna River and attempted a swim, reportedly drowning. Local authorities investigated the incident as a fatal accident with no immediate signs of foul play.
Reports to Secretary Wilson indicate Des Moines may be chosen by railroads as a feeding place for cattle. Farmers push enforcement of unloading every twenty four hours, and railroads are complying. Sioux City is listed, others likely include St Joseph Kansas City and Omaha.
Omaha June 17 Tom Dennison acquitted of receiving stolen Pollack diamonds now faces robbery charges. Elmer E Thomas attorney for Civic federation and Jewelers Protective Association says a conviction is likely. Trial scheduled for October term at Red Oak with similar evidence as before.
Des Moines reports the Iowa supreme court ruled against basement and second story saloons in the McColl versus Bally and Fisher case. It held the bar was not in plain view from the street and the entrance did not open to a public street, prohibiting such establishments.
Des Moines police nabbed James Crippen linked to revenge killings after he paraded East Court avenue threatening Walter Scott and vowing retribution for Morris Shea’s death. Detective George Hedrix seized Crippen and the Shea Crippen faction amid years of gang bravado.
The body of G. G. Harger Randolph Jr. was found suspended from the rafters of a box car in Erie railroad yards Chicago. The man, about 66 years old, wore four handkerchiefs knotted together as a noose and had his name tattooed on his right arm. A silo of paper in his pocket bore the name Randolph Town.
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