27 Apr 1903
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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1903
Page
1
A garbled text fragment discusses fair pricing and consumer guidance. It mentions not pressuring buyers, expectations about standard values, and a call to seek fair value at Yale, though readability is limited and many words are corrupt.
Murphy's advertises a week of sales with ribbons at up to 50 cents per yard, dresses cloaks skirts and baby garments at 25 percent off, followed by millinery discounts on hats from three to twelve dollars, muslin underwear values, lace curtains with tiered discounts, and carpets including rugs and patterns at lower prices.
Lieutenant Governor of Missouri John A. Lee resigns and mails his letter to Governor Dockery. Thomas L. Rubey of Law represents the Ninth District as he succeeds to the office. Lee issues a private statement and cites desire to retire from political life and public scrutiny.
Postmaster General Payne conferred with Attorney General Knox about appointing a temporary head for the postoffice department's legal division after Tyner’s removal. Christiancy remains in charge pending investigation, with a permanent successor to Tyner to be decided soon.
Shanghai reports a mass meeting planned for today with delegates from Chinese provinces to press the government for no concessions to Russia over Manchuria. Chinese officials say Japan has formally demanded Russia evacuate Manchuria at once. A Russian gunboat has departed for New Chwang.
A brief gossip note reports Mamie concealing a marriage as Maud learns, citing a Baltimore World remark. The fragment hints at a private alliance being kept from public view in a city publication.
Secretary Hay and Count Cassini conferred on Russia demands in Manchuria and their impact on American interests. The United States instructed McCormick in St Petersburg to file a strong protest note and Conger at Peking to urge China to resist concessions while reaffirming Open Door principles. The department expects trade safeguards but notes no official replies yet.
Berlin report says Hugh J. Cannon will appeal to Emperor William for tolerance allowing Mormons to remain in Germany. He cites Mormon teachings as moral and nonsubversive, notes polygamy is not taught, and mentions copies of the German Book of Mormon sent to the royal couple.
Daily Mail reports from St Petersburg that China accepts Russian demands to modify the Russo Chinese treaty. Provisions cover taxing Chinese arms imports to Manchuria, building a Kalgan manufactory for a railroad to Peking, Rhadin mining rights, free Russian goods in Central China, and closing Manchuria to all other powers. The accord aims to take effect after the Manchurian railroad opens.
Yokohama reports that even moderate newspapers now call for a firm front by powers interested in China's integrity and development to resist Russia's demands upon Manchuria. The statement stresses unity among the interested nations to protect Chinese trade and sovereignty.
Paris April 27 reports say Sunday disruptions across provinces from dispersing unauthorized gatherings. Many people sustained minor injuries in clashes with officers and soldiers.
April 27 report says elections favored Republicans with victories in Madrid Barcelona Valencia and other large towns. Minor riots broke out in Barcelona Bilbao Granada and other places with several people wounded by revolver fire in Barcelona.
Fire in Columbus April 27 destroyed the Brunson and Union Clothing buildings and nearby structures, totaling about 800000 dollars in loss. Fire captain Daniel Lewis was killed, his body burned in the ruins. Philip Nation the grocer was rescued from the Grunson building fourth floor as flames trapped him, seen at a fourth floor window just as a ladder reached him. A dramatic rescue and a fatal wall collapse marked the blaze.
In Boston on April 27, Lt. Joseph A. Kelly of the fire department was shot by Isabella Viola while defending her husband Luke Viola from Kelly. Kelly died several hours later after entering the upper apartment by mistake and grasping Viola by the throat. Isabella Viola fired three shots, killing him. Separately, John Marrotta killed Mrs. Kate Keenan known as Carmella and fled, later arrested after a man answering his description was taken.
In a crash between two electric cars in St Louis on April 27 one woman about sixty five died, ten others were injured and about 100 passengers were aboard. Panic followed as spectators and police rushed to aid victims. cause of the collision is not yet known.
Reports from Thebes and Santa Fe Illinois describe a seventeen year old negro hanged by farmers after an attempted assault on a ten year old girl. A mob attacked a nearby negro bridge labor camp, burning tents and shooting many, with no whites harmed. Separate notice from Beggs Oklahoma details dynamite destroying two store buildings tied to a recent Black family moving into town and facing threats of race trouble.
Major Gough in command of a mobile column attacked near Danop Bohodle Somaliland on April 27. He reports thirteen of his men killed, two officers among them, and four officers wounded. The enemy suffered about two hundred killed.
Extra police were sworn in after a disturbance in Santa Fe Illinois as the mob dispersed. The village in the extreme southwest near the Chicago and Eastern Illinois railroad is now under heavy guard amid high excitement.
A mob in Carthage hanged Tiensley Johnson, a black man accused of assaulting a five year old white girl, after he was captured by police and released on bonds. The report comes from Longview, Texas, dated April 27.
George John son, described as a negro, shot and instantly killed Louis Jackson and Walter Groman in a dispute over a girl. Johnson is under arrest.
The Cor della family home burned early in the day as Bona Cordella and his wife tried to escape with four children. An eight year old daughter was burned to death while Cordella and his wife suffered severe injuries. the mother is not expected to survive.
Bona Algeria April 27 President Loubet capped his Algerian visit with a municipal banquet in Bona then boarded the French cruiser Jeanne dArc amid cheering crowds and sailed toward Tunis.
Albert Martin conductor was killed and Grant Hodgins motorman fatally injured in a collision of electric trains in St Joseph Missouri. Several passengers injured as one train ignored orders in the incident.
Estimates place 150000 spectators and 300000 St Louisans in the area for dedication day at the world’s fair. Preparations include enhanced streetcar service, expanded boarding houses, and guides listing living quarters for visitors arriving to the event.
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The yacht Reliance was raced for two hours in Bristol Rhode Island, showing stiff and swift performance. She beat and reached well with a seven knot breeze and smooth water. Balloon top sails set finely, other sails lagged slightly perhaps due to lighter wind.
Milwaukee April 27 The nine month old strike of machinists boilermakers and black smiths on the Union Pacific may spread to other Western roads. John O Conner president of the International Association of Machinists arrived from Washington for the international convention.
National League games featured Cincinnati losing to St. Louis 5 to 6 and Chicago defeating Pittsburg 9 to 6. American League results saw St. Louis beat Chicago 8 to 3. American Association tallies included Columbus 2 over Indianapolis 1, Toledo 4 over Louisville 1, Kansas City 7 over St. Paul 6, and Milwaukee routing Minneapolis 8 to 0.
Berlin reports seven counterfeiters arrested in Posen. The group forged various coins and government bond coupons, including U S issues, and is said to have American connections.
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