17 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Benton County Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1903
Page
1
Des Moines officials and state leaders express broad backing for Senator J P Dol liver's push to repeal the bankruptcy act. They argue the law was meant to aid distressed borrowers and creditors remain protected, while recent events prompt debate over its effectiveness.
A jumble of Iowa items reports a house fire with a mother and children lost, a staged brutal murder trial and a pastor attack, suicides and hangings, a crane of accidents, a gun accident scene injuring two, a county sheriff or judge’s actions, a river barge, a man’s death, and a wealthy Winton merchant dropping dead.
A chaotic report describes a confrontation involving American citizen Attarian and Davis aboard a departing steamer, with police intervention and assaults noted. Turkish authorities threaten action while American authorities seek explanations and full reparation from the Porte amid deteriorating ties and recall of the Beirut consulate.
A blaze erupted in a palace bedchamber causing the queen to flee with attendants. Miss Knoles narrowly escaped smoke and stairs were damaged as the chamber floor collapsed. Officials said the incident produced much feeling in Golomea and prompted a formal statement from Secretary of State Hay.
A Chicago on December 11 mob of women sym pathizers attacked a streetcar driven by a union conductor and motorman. Both were badly injured as the car was wrecked and crew escaped to a nearby outlet where police searched them.
Dispatch from Cartagena reports rising tension as a US cruiser Atlante and Marines prepare for an overland move toward the Isthmus of Panama. Officials in Washington weigh the impact on Panama, Colombia, and regional stability amid conflicting signals and uncertain troop movements.
A company of US Marines from the Dixie auxiliary cruiser landed yesterday at Empire near Panama to establish a camp in the canal company buildings. Fifty more Marines joined the camp later the same day. Water supply from the Dixie will top up the camp pending water analysis. The move aims to train camp-building and ease confinement aboard ship while potentially signaling US resolve amid regional tensions and suspected plots in Panama.
The president sent to the senate the nomination of General Leonard Wood for major general and the promotions of 607 officers tied to his advancement. He also transmitted about twenty five civilian appointments rejected on confirmation, including Dr Crum for collector of the port of Charleston. The commissions are dated from their original appointments and viewed as recess appointments.
London December 9 Herbert Spencer the renowned author died yesterday morning at his Brighton home after months of failing health. He was born in 1820 and had requested minimal information be released during his illness. He passed quietly after becoming unconscious Monday night.
Washington December 9 Congress renewed work as the Senate closed the extraordinary session and began the regular one. The Cuban reciprocity bill and a Panama canal treaty were discussed while a postoffice inquiry resolution moved forward. Executive action and debate highlighted the day with signatures and the Spooner law reference.
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