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Newspaper
Benton County Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1903
Page
2
A collage of jokes and brief items from Benton County Times columns in Vinton Iowa touches on wireless telegraphy and politics, Marconi messages, royal gossip, a new battle ship named after Vermont, and odd quips about actors, doctors, and industry. The column lampoons current events with satire, references to Spain, Honduras, Uruguay, and Pablo Marconi, plus lighter notes on a cauliflower trust and sauerkraut business.
Miss Marie Glessner of near Cedar Falls suffers a dislocated jaw after a yawning incident and will be unable to use her jaw freely for several days. The Marson bank, led by vice president George A. Griswold, pledges 2500 more to the Santa Monica reward fund for the Griswold murder case.
Des Moines March 30 union of Joliet Davenport Des Moines Omaha interurban interests projects an electric line from Chicago to Omaha via Creston Winterset Iowa City Newton Des Moines and other points. Key figures Waterman Polk and Hippee discuss survey work and potential routes but no firm year plans announced while Governor Cummins may meet Roosevelt and several local incidents including a Perry patient improving and casualties from Mapleton gas tank explosion are noted.
Des Moines March 31 strong prospect of creating two state officers to oversee farmers institutes in Iowa. A proposed change to the state agriculture department would add an assistant with general supervision, salary 1000 to 1200 dollars, plus travel allowance. Advocates urge active coordination of institutes, better speakers, and harmonized scheduling across counties to maximize participation and minimize conflicts. State Dairy Commissioner Wright supports a superintendent tasked with organizing institutes in counties lacking them.
Clinton March 27 report on Judge P F B Wolfe ruling against Serman Trust Co Davenport. ruling taxes trust property in Iowa including notes notes and mortgages held in trust. decision expands tax base to city and county across state. notes implications for banks and trust agents statewide. The piece also lists resignations appointments and local urban changes including counterfeit money warnings and plans for new opera houses and schools.
A US Senate vote approved a Cuba United States reciprocity pact with the goal of single session action before December. The measure passed by a close 12 to 5 vote, with amendments debated by Senators Sansenky Tamara and Rece, stressing consultation with Congress and commercial interests before final approval.
Two companies of Macabebe forces attacked San Miguel and drove the Spanish troops from the position. The action left several wounded and a commander dead, with a fort erected near San Miguel. Reinforcement orders were issued to send prisoners to Savigeo province.
Lowed workers deserted the mills in Lowell Massachusetts as a strike spread across textile plants. Union committees urged action though only a few workers remained at the gates. Production halted and stock tied up as talks faltered and suspensions threatened.
British Antarctic Expedition claims conclusive new data from Captain Scott's Discovery voyage. They penetrated farther south than previous explorers, finding extensive mountainous terrain extending toward the pole. The team suggests a connected landmass reaching S320 south, marking a major geographic milestone.
Madison March 28 a factory and sale ban on cigarettes or cigarette paper was approved in the assembly without debate. The law takes effect July 1, prohibiting manufacture or sale of cigarettes and cigarette paper within the state.
President Roosevelt issued a general amnesty order affecting United States prisoners confined in state and federal facilities. The policy allows those with eligible sentences to be transferred to the United States penitentiary at Atlanta Georgia and discharged if their conduct qualifies, extending to prisoners transferred from Ohio and New York.
Minister Bowen outlines steps toward drafting a peace proposal for the Caracas arbitration. Officials from Britain and Venezuela discuss preferential treatment for payments, with ratified terms set to be delivered by April amid ongoing protocol talks.
President discourages further reciprocity measures as Congress debates the future of trade pacts. Senate leaders push back against broader treaties, citing limited character and potential impact on duties. Agreement remains uncertain as discussions highlight domestic and international implications.
A blurry report covers language clashes and crooked policing in a Croatian context with German language changes. It mentions marches in the streets, police removing signs, and a call to restore order under threat of penalties. It also notes an interview on the high seas relating to Central American leaders Cabrera and Escelon and a post-conference separation with a firm stance to resolve differences.
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