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Newspaper
Benton County Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1903
Page
2
A garbled column from Benton County Times in Vinton Iowa names Sir Thomas Lipton, Diaz, and Francis Wilson, mocks public life, mentions earthquakes in Asiatic Turkey, Shakespeare, and a New York court judgment. It hints at marriages, patents, and social curiosities, with scattered references to politics and culture.
A disastrous collision near Cedar Rapids involved a freight and passenger train, killing two, injuring several, and derailing cars. Investigations point to the wreck being caused as the passenger train failed to clear the track, while the Sunday School Convention in Des Moines reports its most enthusiastic and successful session yet with new officers and plans for the coming year.
A Des Moines report notes a long running case against Patrick Brady over alleged misuses of county funds during his time as overseer of the poor. The court ordered a judgment for costs and interest, with a proposed sale of the Beads homestead to satisfy the claim. The case has stretched across years through various courts.
A garbled report describes a legal matter linked to the post office, noting stamps, merchandise, and sums discussed. It mentions Hemttac Chicese and a trial context with references to a storm and an employee injury. The fragmentary text includes names and actions but lacks clear chronology.
Fragmentary readable lines show a hearing related to a toledo carpenter, Ivy W E, and a plan to remove an insect from the ears. The text appears distorted and may reflect medical or legal proceedings involving a person and a location.
A May article by Judge Kinne argues epilepsy, intemperance, and heredity drive insanity admissions. He urges prompt action, public education, and legal reforms to prevent the propagation of these “defective” families and avert a growing social crisis.
Massachusetts Senator Hoar addressed the University of Iowa commencement in Iowa City praising character as the final aim of scholarship. He warned against constitutional overhauls and noted the senate and supreme court as key to progress. Diplomas were presented to 296 graduates and 70 law candidates received bachelor degrees.
St Petersburg notes official recognition of King Peter Karageorgevitch as King Peter I of Servia. It urges him to avenge King Alexander and Queen Draga by promptly investigating the assassination and punishing the culprits, while cautioning that Servia should not bear collective blame for the crime. The note emphasizes Russia's stance on non intervention yet seeks decisive action.
Washington June 1 James T Metcalf longtime superintendent of the money order system in the post office department was dismissed by Postmaster General Paine over indiscretions in printing money order forms. The case centers on opposition to the lowest bidder Paul Herman of Rutherford New Jersey by 45000 and favors the next higher bidder Winkoop Hallenteck Crawford of New York, a firm with Metcalf’s son employed. Metcalf denied legal wrongdoing but acknowledged serious indiscretion. Edward F Kimball of Massachusetts will serve as acting superintendent. Metcalf had been in the postal service since 1882 and his salary was 3000.
Des Moines June 17 and three Iowa grain firms Churchill Elevator Churchill end White Grain Pad Dock Hodge Grain consolidated under United Grain Company The transfer of properties will be immediate with the new firm taking charge today Headquarters move to Des Moines under WW Morgan with Chicago as the main elevator base at South Bend Toledo and Buffalo No. 2 rivalry to Armour line of elevators in Iowa
Union County Democrats adopt a resolution opposing tariff abuses by the Republican Party, calling for reform to Interstate Commerce Act and tariff schedules to prevent monopoly. They affirm endorsement of the Iowa Idea and condemn perceived exploitation of workers and market manipulation.
A mob in Dubuque clashed with non union streetcar workers after service resumed for five weeks idle. Local militia arrived, police dispersed rioters, and Adjutant General Byers was asked for more troops as bricks flew and windows were broken. In Iowa Falls, W S Porter of Eldora bought rights to the Chicago Iowa and Minnesota line and eyed an electric northwest route, with plans tied to historical Chicago and Northwestern projects.
F Wallace Pike sues Mr and Mrs Siegel for 3000 alleging false arrest and malicious prosecution after extortion charge led to his jail term. He married Siegel's daughter Minnie after his release. Case notes Siegel's transfer of property to his wife to shield assets.
Des Moines reports that H H Polk a Western Iowa Interurban Rail road director says surveyors will be in the field soon pending securing funds. The firm aims to hire two corps of engineers for preliminaries to rush the Des Moines to Omaha line through rough terrain. Waterloo recounts the drowning of Selden McNamee found by a 1 year old boy after rowing on the Cedar River near Fourth Street dam. The city had offered a reward for recovery.
In Macon Georgia on June 19 Judge Emory Speer in federal court charged the grand jury to investigate alleged peonage in parts of the southern district of Georgia. He noted the state constitution bans imprisonment for debt and urged the jury to indict any guilty parties after diligent inquiry.
A section of the Madison street bridge approach collapsed during city carnival illumination yesterday evening, sending about 15 to 40 people plummeting 25 feet into a riverbank. Six were seriously hurt, many more injured, with hundreds watching. No names released yet.
In Chicago on June 13, an amicable settlement ended a two week idle period as hotel and restaurant workers will return to work Friday. Disputes will be settled by arbitration after strikers waived demands for union-only hiring. A joint conference will select the arbitration board.
In Belgrade June 16 the royal palace wing meeting led to the election of Prince Peter Karađorđević as king of Servia. The senate and skupština in joint session confirmed the choice and notified via telegraph.
In St Petersburg on June 1 9 Horonshévan editor of the anti Semitic Bessarabetz was attacked by two Jews in the street. He was stabbed in the neck but the wound is not believed fatal. The assailant was a former student of the Kiev polytechnic. Washington reports June 19 James T Metcalf seeks suspension after dismissal over contract matters. He defends his career as honest and in service of the public. London June 7 Brussels Telegraph says King and Queen of Serbia insured for 40 000 000 francs with a Belgian Dutch insurer. Half goes to Queen Draga sisters, remainder to ex Queen Natalie.
Melbourne reports the Australian government has opened confidential parleys to explore exchanges of territory near the British New Guinea frontier amid exposed conditions along the German and Dutch borders. A lighthearted quote about conscience follows in the same item.
In London the day’s Commons debate on the imperial trade proposals is viewed as a notable victory for Chamberlain though two crises loom. Belfour insists he has not altered policy while Campbell-Bannerman moves to adjourn over points raised by Lawson dispatches and colonial misgivings. The clash shifts toward colonial secretary’s stance, with Chamberlain highlighting German actions against Canada and Conservatives cheering his stance. The session ends with a fragile government position and possible new appeal to the country.
Federal grand jury prepares five indictments in a postal affairs case. August W. Macker Diller B. Grof Lemuel A. Grof and George E. Lorenz with Mrs Lorenz tied to the transactions. Conspiracy to defy the government alleged. a woman named as possible go between is reported but not confirmed.
The Missouri Supreme Court en banc ruled against Attorney General Crow in an ouster suit against Continental Tobacco, affirming dismissal and favoring thirteen railroads. The decision holds that a corporation acting in good faith may acquire assets of similar firms, implying trusts pursuing price control are not prohibited by Missouri law.
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