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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1903
Page
7
A collection of concise telegraphic items compiled to inform a broad readership. The feature highlights notable facts, discoveries, and ideas presented in pared down summaries designed for quick consumption.
A blast in furnace 1 at Edgar Thompson steel works Braddock Pa. killed one worker and seriously burned fourteen others of whom three died later. Seven were taken to Mercy hospital Pittsburg by street car and seven by B&O railroad. An investigation into the cause is underway.
The Niece to Saturbie motor race covering fifteen kilometers ended with Count Sehorowski of New York killed when a sharp turn overturned his car. His chauffeur was hospitalized and thought dying. The countess waited at the finish and collapsed upon learning of the death.
New York expects a spring wave of immigrants breaking records with about 80 000 arriving at Ellis Island before Saturday's close. Most entrants are Italians Hungarians and Scandinavians and Swedes. Railroads are shifting cars east to speed travelers toward western destinations.
Five men robbed the Wauseon Ohio post office. Postmaster Grigham estimated losses at 1100 dollars, including 900 in stamps and 200 in cash. Two guards patrolled outside while three worked inside. Sallie Grubb, a milliner across the street, cried out but was threatened with death. The thieves escaped.
A crash on the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad at South Brooklyn Conn leaves two dead and sixteen injured. Bull engines demolished and their hatters blew up. The passenger engine telescoped. other cars stayed on rails while passengers were hurled by the impact.
Sanford Thomsen shot Oliver P Evans at Monon Jirk then killed himself. Thomsen’s wife had filed for divorce earlier and soon married Evans. A town marshal found Thomsen with a revolver near the house, he placed it to his head, and blew out his brains as a crowd gathered.
Plans for President Roosevelt’s entertainment in Cheyenne Wyoming include a rough riding exhibition similar to the frontier celebration. Most riders from the annual show plan to attend and Elkton Perry, last year’s belt winner, is among them.
In St Louis United States district court Judge Elmer B Adams dissolves the injunction issued March 8 restraining Brotherhoods of Locomotive Firemen and Railroad Trainmen officials and other labor leaders from influencing any way the men on the Wabash system to strike.
An ammunition caisson exploded during a Fort Myer light artillery drill killing one soldier and seriously wounding four others. The incident occurred while the unit conducted a routine practice exercise at the post.
A London dispatch reports Cambridge defeated Oxford in the annual boat race by six lengths. The victory confirms Cambridge’s supremacy in this classic contest and adds another chapter to the storied rivalry between the two universities.
Consul General Maxwell states the government warships bombarding the land batteries held by revolutionists. He declares the situation critical and notes he has refugees seeking protection at the consulate.
Secretary Hay and Minister Quesada exchanged ratifications of the Cuban reciprocity treaty Tuesday at the State Department. Secretary Hay noted the agreement completes formalities for mutual tariff concessions and strengthened ties between the United States and Cuba.
Manila special confirms the death of San Miguel the Filipino leader near Mariquina. He and thirty guards tried to flee a fort, were surrounded by Macabebe scouts, and San Miguel and six guards were killed. The insurgents’ fifty bodies were moved to Caloocan and surrendered to relatives.
The German foreign office accepts Admiral Dewey's explanation to President Roosevelt about the interview mentioned in a Newark newspaper. No diplomatic contact with Washington has been made, officials say the U.S. government will act properly on its own if the report was accurate.
A rear-end crash on the Southern Pacific near Lacoste Texas killed three wealthy Mexican men and badly hurt eight others. The victims were in a private coach on the forward Eagle Pass train, which was stationary on the main line when the Sunset Limited hit it at high speed. The coach was telescoped and the engine of the limited demolished. most injured were aboard the limited.
Up to m1 000 members of expelled French congregations seek transfer to America amid Vatican support. Propaganda doubts French Canada and Spanish America. Monasticism faces poor results in the United States as two hundred thousand monks depart France in what is described as the greatest religious exodus of modern times.
In March two wells were completed with twenty-two failing to produce oil. The remaining wells yielded a daily production of 8 755 barrels, an increase from February when eight wells were completed, with thirty barrels per day more production and five fewer failures. Roads drying, preparations for high activity in April suggest a substantial rise across the industry.
New Orleans special reports a catastrophic flood at Greenville Mississippi where extensive inundation has submerged much of the city. One woman and five children drowned in a one story cottage, and four others perished before rescue. Losses total not yet known until levee crevasse is repaired.
A severe cyclone passed over Comora West Virginia from the southwest and traveled nearly a mile. It unroofed houses, tore down fences, uprooted fruit trees, and carried heavy timber, scaffolds, and fencing material for yards. Huge trees were blown down and moved significant distances by the storm.
The Cologne trazette reports high American demand for German iron with large orders in the Siegen District. Buyers seek more shipments by year end, but ironmasters resist long term contracts awaiting further price increases. Domestic demand is also rising.
A collision between freight trains on the Erie railroad at Ashland Ohio fatally injures the engineer and kills two firemen. The trains were moving fast inside the city. An error in orders is blamed, but responsibility is not yet determined.
Reported pledge from President Roosevelt to call Congress in extra session if Cuba’s congress ratifies the reciprocity treaty without amendment. The move would finalize the senate’s recent ratification and complete the pact’s effect.
A coal train on the Evansville branch of the Southern Railway collided with a cut of cars outside Huntingbury yards in Indiana. Four cars were smashed and the engine wrecked. Fireman lead brakeman San Burn was killed, his mangled body found under the tender.
State Veterinarian Kelly of Albany and Dr J Brown McNeil inspected ten cattle at a Charlton farm eight miles from Ballston N Y and found eight infected with foot and mouth disease. The herd was ordered slaughtered.
The People's Rapid Transit company of Toledo is incorporated with 500000 dollars capital to build an electric railway linking Cincinnati and Toledo.
Two thousand carriage and wagon makers in Chicago walkout demanding union recognition a nine hour workday and a 25 percent wage increase.
James S. Narlan, attorney general of Porto Rico, called on the President to tender his resignation, which would take effect on April 30.
The President leaves Washington on a sixty six day trip spanning twenty two states and a distance of about fourteen thousand miles. He plans speeches on major topics and ceremonies during the tour while security measures and escorts accompany the special train and private car.
The notice column reports clergy appointments and proposals across the United States. It notes a Catholic filling position, appeals to clergy for contrition, and Vatican linked moves in Canada. The Rev Lands Stickney is named secretary of the apostolic department, and Bishop Thotter seeks connections with reformists. A Methodist gathering in Vincavia marks centennial events.
In St Louis a meeting with Thomas H. Carter and David R. Iraneis approved the three day dedication plan for the exposition. The events run April 20 to May 1 with daily fireworks and a grand April 30 program featuring Roosevelt and Cleveland. The parade and salutes proceed from Dearest Lark to the grounds, then a grand stand review.
Structural Iron Workers feud with the National Association of Manufacturers of Structural Iron Work is set to begin May 1. Talks show a wage scale fight with 60 cents on tour versus 44.0 a day. The fight risks widespread disruption in building, steel, and textile sectors, with potential impacts on women workers and prolonged shutdowns.
Judge Murphy closes Burdick inquest at Tiaffala New York finding identity of murderer not proven and pennell still suspected by motive from letters exchanged with Mrs Burdick while statements condemn Mrs Burdick but exonerate Mrs Paine and Miss Autchinson.
Reports from Columbus and St Louis record Cora Midge and Emil loeling taking their lives. In Missouri, Robert Craig, a St Joseph worker, is convicted of manslaughter for killing Walter Lincoln Rager and faces a two year sentence. Public notices deny a C and A railway strike. Minister Bowen hopes to return to Venezuela.
New York reports irregular retail trade due to weather with scattered gains in wholesale activity for groceries millinery and builders materials while jewelry remains strong. Manufacturing of clothing furniture footwear and iron and steel holds steady amid ample fuel. New England textile mills face threats from strikes.
Markets across Chicago Indianapolis St Louis Cincinnati Detroit Milwaukee Toledo Buffalo New York report cattle hogs sheep and grain prices. Values include wheat corn oats rye and butter with varied ranges per city and grade. Prices reflect shipping and market conditions for multiple commodities.
The Cuban Senate approved the reciprocity treaty with the United States by 12 to 9 after discarding a time limit amendment. President Palma announced Secretary Hay's message ensuring a special session of Congress before December 1. The vote included changes to the report and a substitute that affirmed the amendments without modifying the treaty.
Reports show carpenters in Wartford seeking eight dollars a day while Toronto workers organize a labor temple. Strikes win recognition in San Francisco and wage demands rise in Nebraska City, Milwaukee, and St. Louis. Belgians and Hawaiians adapt housing and immigration rules as unions press for eight-hour laws, union-made paper, and broader labor reforms nationwide.
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