25 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
1
A fragmentary verse recounts soldiers marching in blue uniforms as a bugle laments and widows cry. The lines note marching men returning, a woman weeping, and memories of sabres and battered capes amid a somber refrain. Written by W. D. Nesbit in Baltimore America.
An enigmatic figure named Simon Friend arrives in Evansville during a blizzard, stirring disproportionate interest in a quiet town. He settles in at the leading grocery store, attracting curiosity and amusement as villagers speculate about his origin and purpose.
In Evansville a poor, clean stranger named Simon arrives with a calm humor and talent for storytelling and mimicry. He wins over men but arouses suspicion from women led by a doctor’s sister. After a year of lodging and entertainment, Simon breaks a leg and faces a hostile wife who exposes his supposed rheumatism as a ruse.
Fragmented aphorisms on promise versus action and the value of deeds over eloquence. Includes lines about responsibility, time, and power, with garbled wording and stray names.
A collage of quips and jokes from multiple papers shows playful remarks on romance aging and society. Snippets include lines about unreturned kisses, birthday fears, social foibles, travel, and witty exchanges among lovers and friends.
Birds differ in migration timing and height. Small songbirds hide from hawks by day and rest at night while larger ones travel by day. Most migrate at one to three miles high guiding by rivers, mountains, and coasts with younger birds following their elders. European Russia has about 780 newspapers and periodicals, far fewer than New York State.
Washington reports that an expedition led by General Davis into Mindanao to seize murderers has been halted by orders from Washington. General Chaffee informed of the decision, while forces under Lt Col Baldwin and Major Moore engage Moros near Mindanao. The action risks American prestige amid Moslem resistance and possible further operations.
A special ecclesiastical court opened the tomb of Bishop John Nepomuk Neumann after forty two years near Pandelphi to identify the body and assess preservation. Two physicians performed a detailed examination before reburial at the tomb in a Rome destined conclusion. The event follows a long inquest and will be sent to Rome for action.
Rioting erupted in Paterson New Jersey as silk mill workers strike the Auger and Simon Weldman Dyeing Works and other plants. About 1200 to 1000 strikers, largely Italian foreigners, clashed with managers. glass and vats were broken, a manager was injured, reserves were sent, and the walkout spread to Dester Lambert and Astley Bailey mills. The walkout followed low pay and lacked prior talks with bosses.
The Van Wormer brothers Willa Burton and Fred were found guilty of murder in the first degree for the killing of their uncle Peter Hallenbeck. The jury returned the verdict after deliberating since the previous day, and sentencing to electrocution at Clinton prison was set for the week of May 30 1902. The court postponed arrest of judgment and adjourned to appeals as needed.
Colonel B H Crowder reports to the President after investigation at Port Chalmette Louisiana. He finds no evidence of recruitment of soldiers for Africa nor arms shipments for British troops. He notes that horses and mules are purchased and shipped only as needed for such shipments and that neutrality laws appear not clearly violated.
Chaos and destruction sweep Guatemala as a strong quake rocks Quezaltenango and surrounding towns. Reports say 200 persons killed, many injured, with churches damaged in the capital and Quezaltepeque noted for its cathedral and civic buildings.
The will of De Witt Mage, late of Washington, leaves more than 300000 in estate. The widow receives one third. Mrs Tabunge’s share and the remainder goes to Mage’s children or their descendants. The gold enamelled voice given to the widow is to pass to the oldest surviving child, then the next oldest, and so on.
General Milter Kag ueen Melonavy surrendered to General J Provkiin Bell at Lipa Batangas Province, with Batangas and nearby areas signaling the end of armed resistance. General Wheaton reports all departments finished and surrenders announced, ports opening, and detainees may return home to plant crops under General Bell's supervision.
Edward Moore of Philadelphia was treated for tetanus after face injury from a glass door. Antitoxin injections by spinal method led to recovery in what doctors call a notable case. Earlier blood infection and nerve involvement followed the injury.
A garbled news montage reports the death of Sam Moy from pneumonia with scattered notes on Chitamean figures, U S race politics, and international incidents. It mentions Arizona Governor Murphy and Lt Col Beadle, a demonstration in France, Bulgarian incursions, Sudan readiness, and a shooting in Gotfrtown, plus a wife murder case in Cleveland.
Havana reports a constitutional convention to assemble May 6 to examine credentials and electoral votes. Senate sessions shift to the Second Panama? headquarters while the House meets in a building now used by the Marine Department. May 20 inaugurates President Ferreda Mama. a fatal house fire in Wall a, Michigan kills Mrs. Wallace F. King and two children. A British loan row follows Morgan and Barings with Rothschilds taking control. public subscription offers pour in.
Presidents fleet arrives at Glbara port city on the coast of ma elind from the United States. General Wood pardons WLR Reeves for complicity in Cobra postal frauds and Reeves is released after a ten year sentence. Princess Louise of Orleans saves her brother’s wife by shooting a wild lion bound to a pole.
WwW. G Whitney trains twenty one horses at Far. Eyelists in New York City show renewed activity. Crete racing faces a renewed sprint for seawort at Vall sburg New Jersey. Okoless tribe of ductine prepares wary shots for Battle Creek in August. Luna’s dam Wirxmann dies at Palo Alto. Ten of her offspring earn $100 000 like Gaudine the seater. Vancouver Rowing Club has been asked to reach. Boston American League club changes scene. Charles A Clancy of Westery Ho LL a young pitcher shows late promise. Annapolis to face Pennsylva nia Qualor varsity race at Philadelphia not Ithaca.
Nebulous confession by Lester and Riley details a two year crime spree from Pittsburg to New York City. They describe methodical church burglaries, pawned goods, and a warehouse haul of varnish in Manhattan along with razor thefts. They were held for Grand Jury in Brooklyn.
The House approved the Cuban Reciprocity bill 247 to 52 after an amendment to end the differential duty on refined sugar during the treaty. Democrats and bolting Republicans backed the move, reversing a chair ruling and showing the GOP leadership bends under cross party pressure.
Dublin reports three sections of the Crimes Act are being enforced in multiple counties including Cork Clare Leitrim Mayo Sligo Tipperary Waterford and the Cork and Waterford boroughs. The United Irish League is active in these districts though the League itself has not yet been proclaimed. Proclamations by Earl Cadogan as Lord Lieutenant authorize summary jurisdiction trial by special jury and venue changes at the Crown’s option.
The Senate adopted the Flatt substitute to re enact the present Chinese exclusion law and extend it to the Philippines by a 76 to 0 vote after a 48 to 33 initial approval. Senator Morr was the sole negative on the second vote. The measure was supported by conservatives wary of strict exclusion and by those who saw the Diltt proposal as too weak.
New York City reports the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court affirming Governor Odell's removal of Sheriff Charles Finden. The court stayed further action and appointed Norman S. Tike to fill the post while Justice Gaynor holds the decision.
A jumble of reports notes wage changes and work stoppages across states. Striking workers seek higher pay while employers push back amid tense labor negotiations. Local actions include planned returns to work under current schedules and stalled deals delaying normal operations.
A wide range of events and figures dominate the week. Among them Captain J B Coghlan is nominated for Rear Admiral. The Senate passes a 70 million river and harbor bill with added funds. Panama Canal land lease terms become public. Roosevelt praises Brigadier General Bell after campaigns in Batangas and Laguna provinces. A Hawaii special election ends in a Republican win. Philippine finances authorize epidemic relief. The Manila court martial for General Smith is formed. Insurgents in Mindanao show willingness to surrender to Malaya. A jail break in Princeton West Virginia. St. Louis murder trial ends in a hung jury. Kansas City fire wrecks structures and causes substantial loss. Auto speed record set Philadelphia to Atlantic City. Violent incidents occur in Alabama and Ohio. Eskimo and Alaska cleanups resume. Various European, British, and colonial affairs on tariffs, peace talks, and colonial conflicts are noted. Deaths include former King Don Francisco d Esgise of Spain. The week closes with ongoing conflicts in South Africa and Europe, and rising commodity prices in the UK.
A strong guard inside Essex County Jail in Newark thwarted an external assault believed to be planned by Philadelphia criminals to free John Wyckoff John McDonald William Cave and Joseph Earn. A tunnel from the boiler room to the Warden’s House was found, and authorities credit precautions and publicity for stopping the daring break.
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