Local Town and City Officials Listed for Borough and Township
A historical list names mayoral and aldermanic officials for the city and township, including mayor Hilas Burk, aldermen Wm Norbury D Thoman Wm Hampe Fred Gerfen and H Hoge, city clerk A R B Snodgrase, treasurer, street superintendent Julius Barth, marshal and police magistrate Soh Hagler, township supervisor S B Avis town clerk John Deimling collector George Liebler assessor Wim Schultze highway commissioners H Kuhlmann W Mills and E Jacobs school trustees R C Morriss C F Edwards Edward Joseph peace justices J N Jarvis Philip Eckart constables H C Kersey Robert Holliday pound master Fred Schuler, and Troy Lodge No 588 A M F and A M officers Beuxnanot W M and Suiru secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ad &. H. Hoge
A. RB
Snodgrase
Tressurer
Streata
Julius Barth
Soh. Hagler
Avis
John Deimling
George Liebler
Veteran's tale of shell trick and brother’s fate in war
An old veteran recalls a daring ruse to obtain vital information by using a shell fired from a gun position. He explains how his brother, a skilled gunner, mounted the plan, aided by a disguise of promotion, and how both brothers became casualties in the conflict. The recount emphasizes wartime bravado and tragedy without graphic detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lota
John Smith
Hia
Locomotive Engineers Statistics Gathered by a St Paul Writer
A St Paul writer compiles statistics from two hundred locomotive engineers seeking work. Data show 84 percent American, average age 36 years 5 months, height 5 feet 9 inches, weight 172 pounds, 80 percent married, average railway service 12 years 6 months, and many workers having long tenures with single railways. The figures are used to critique current engine crew handling practices and claim most men are fit and experienced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Goodyear
Chicago Great Western
St. Paul
Mr. Goodyear
Railway Age
Americ Gang
African Coal Discoveries Near Johannesburg and Krugersdorp
Rich coal deposits found about 15 miles from Johannesburg and 11 miles from Krugersdorp, with a coal layer 65 yards deep. The new mine promises better coal nearer the gold fields than prior sources. Diamonds found at Rietfontein near Pretoria, with the mine projected to be twice as rich as Kimberley. Gold reefs found between Johannesburg and Krugersdorp at 2,000 feet, noted by Kebler and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johannesburg
Krugersdorp
Rietfontein
Pretoria
Kimberley
Kebler
Krugerndorp
Two Eggs on Hash and Five Cigars Seven Cents
A stroller maid recalls signs on the east side of town promising two eggs on hash for a small price and even cheaper five good cigars for seven cents, highlighting thrifty bargains.
Queer Timekeepers The Long History Of Clocks And Winding
A fragmentary survey of ancient and medieval timepieces from water clocks to pendulums. It notes England and Germany clocks, Hampton Court curiosities, and an atmospheric mercury clock that marks time without traditional winding. A windmill and weather cock idea are described as perpetual motion concepts. The piece closes with a dramatic travel anecdote and a personal confession about hair turning white.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Oliver Cromwell
Monasteries
England
St. Paul's Cathedral
St. Paul’s
Project
Philadelphia
America
Hartford
Conn
London Times
Hampton Court
Advertiser
William
Westminster
Ald
Rich Cripple Creek Boss Faces Surplus Cash Dilemma
James F Burns of Cripple Creek Colorado, bachelor and president and chief owner of the Portland gold mine, earns about 26000 dollars a month. Despite wealth he jokes about spending plans and surplus cash while the mine produced 128000 dollars in a single month, about one tenth of the district’s output.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James F. Burns
Cripple Creek
Col
Burns
Portland
Alsa
Mr. Burna
Colorado
Cubé
Every dog is entitled to one bite and one worry
A legal discussion on dog behavior and owner responsibility notes that a gentle dog remains harmless until it shows vicious traits. Once owners know of their dog's danger, the animal is deemed vicious and must be controlled or put down, with ethics covering liability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruno
Lord Coleridge
Lost Dog Insurance Ends Red Tape For Pet Owners
A novel concept, lost dog insurance registers dogs with full description and issues a company tag to be worn along with city license. The company keeps a poundsman to release any tagged dog to its owner, aiding disease prevention and easing recovery. Detectives track missing dogs, while the public pledges to report found dogs bearing the company tag.
Debate Over Teaching Spanish in Chicago Schools
A Chicago debate argues against teaching Spanish in public schools. Proposals claim language aids commerce with the West Indies and Philippines, but critics say few pupils will need Spanish in life, urging English mastery instead. They warn schools should avoid special instruction funded by the state and stress national unity through English as essential to citizenship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
West Indies
Philippines
Porto Rich
Faa
Also Mentioned on This Page
Hilas Burk
Aldurmen
Wm. Norbury
D. Thoman
Wm. Hampe
Fred Gerfen
Township Officials
Troy Lodge
A. F
A.M
Masonic Hall
Hr. Beuxnanot
Suiru
Pisgah
Franx Comine
C. P . Scribe
Stauson
Mentor 1
CDGE
K. of
Castle Hall
Schott
San. Huaurs
C. C. Annton Honscey
Amity Camp
Droll’s Hall
B. W. Rawson
V. C. August Drout
Germania Lodge
U.O
K of P. Hall
Hesman Suiru
T. M. Faro Eirxert
M. Bosomworth
T. A. Riggin
Thos, H, Bell
Troy Dist
C of H
Mesta
Croft’s Alr
Evtiorr
Chancallor
A. A
Canopy
Recorder
United Mine Workers of America
Troy
Central Hall
Black
Geo. Hughes
Citizens’ Buildiing and Loan Association
Tanga A. Busco
FB. Auwanren
Baptist Church
Anil
Jan,Qaborne
Methodist Church
A. Sead
Presbyterian Church
Thos W. Hynes
G. Plissman
Lutheran ST
ST. Jerome's Catholic
Ang. Forater
Epworth
Troy Cemetery
Miebata
Mra Sulla
Sarena Davy
Troy Public School
May Lint
J.C. Hollis
McCray-Diewey Academy
W. W. Edwards
W ‘Cook
Beoy
Board of Education
Jh, Harding
Smith
Beckere
L. ‘Tilly
W. Ogok
Jas. Collins
Locomotive Engineers
St Paul
African Coal Dincoverten
Queer Timekeepers
Fortuna
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