26 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
Davenport Daily Republican
Location
Davenport, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1902
Page
1
Moses M. Hall aged 69 longtime editor of the Dubuque Herald and national Democratic committeeman from 1872 to 1886 died tonight in Dubuque. He had served as state senator and postmaster of Dubuque under Cleveland's administration.
In Algona this afternoon Harry Adams shot and killed his wife with a shotgun before taking his own life. The couple had a troubled marriage, with reports of an elopement by the wife to another man before returning to Adams. She leaves two children.
Des Moines different bowling duel ends 2952 to 2673 as the All-American Bowling team wins four of five games against the local Des Moines squad this afternoon and evening.
Polk City reports a 15 year old girl named Dot Bryant assaulted in a cornfield two miles north of town Tuesday. George Huffmier of Knoxville brought two bloodhounds to track the culprit, but the trail faded after rain and a subsequent freeze washed away signs. Bryant described a middle aged, shaggy man with a mustache and beard who threatened to kill her if she told.
The University of Iowa will use Smith's armory for winter track training with raised sides to allow turns for jumpers, weight men, hurdlers, and sprinters. Directed by C. W. Eastman and S. H. Bush, with Dr. A. A. Knipe taking charge in April, the program aims to improve sprinters and overall speed for next fall.
Orsky returns to sprints Bar ker rejoins high jump and Ross competes in broad jump for a second year this spring Briggs and Siberti out for the 440 dash and a large group of freshman sophomores from last spring’s races expected to show up strong in quarter mile events.
Des Moines reports that the State Federation of Labor will push Iowa teachers to form unions amid ongoing low wages in rural schools. A federation official cited Chicago’s successful effort as a model and believes unionization is the sole solution to the wage dispute.
James Russell collapsed and died in a corn field about two miles southeast of Bedford while husking corn for Paul Hunter. The hard working man left a widow and six children in poor financial condition. Heart trouble is suspected as the cause. he started the day appearing well.
Jesse Miller reports a treasury secretary communication indicating the U S government plans to establish a United States court in Waterloo once the new government building is finished. The note places the court arrival after the construction completion in Waterloo.
Atlantic reports Rev. Roland Hills, once of this place and jailed in Nebraska for bigamy, has been pardoned by Governor Savage. He plans to remarry his second wife now that he is released.
In Lansing on December 25, G. Kerndt & Bros. purchased what is described as possibly the largest turkey seen in the state. The bird weighed forty eight pounds and brought six dollars at the sale last week.
In May's Prairie two year old child of Mr and Mrs Andrew Landry died after a washing tub overturned spilling boiling water. The accident occurred quickly and the child died within minutes.
The lifeless body of Franz Luetthans, about 40, was found beside Northwestern railroad tracks near the ice house in Chancy at 5 o'clock. He had both legs severed and suffered severe mutilation. A Clinton resident and former Geiger tailor, he had lived here after his wife died and had been working in Streator recently. The body was taken to the local undertaking establishment for burial preparations.
President Mac Tean of the State university reports contractors expect the new medical building to be completed by next fall. Weather and heavy rainfall slowed work, with only one full week possible in a year. Foundations of granite are in place and sturdy.
A crowded street scene highlights varied people needing Scott's Emulsion. An old man with weak digestion, a pale girl with thin blood, a young man with a narrow chest, and a sickly child are depicted as benefiting from the product to warm, feed, strengthen, and healthy growth.
Officials plan all future educational structures to use granite foundations. The present medical building adopts the policy and contractors stage materials now to avoid spring shortages amid a building rush. Past delays stemmed from granite supply difficulties and other materials.
Des Moines on December 25 reports the city council will start next Monday an inquiry into a long standing quarrel between the police department and the police judge. An alderman says they will be brought together or forced apart. The police accuse Judge Silvara of bias and releasing arrestees. The city may also address taxing disorderly houses as the treasury runs low and funds from these houses are alleged to be diverted.
Eleanor and Homer Laneford sue Rex Embalming Co W F Pettis & Co and W C Harbach for 10000 damages claiming they unlawfully removed and embalmed John Allen’s body in 1896 then exhibited it as a petrified man in Des Moines and statewide asserts heirs rights and outraged feelings.
Carroll Indiana reports the Chicago and Northwestern Railway weighing a new route from Warlan toward Kansas City with surveyors due next spring. Possible extension would pass Harlan Griswold Clarinda Junction New Market and reach Kansas City. Rumors hint at division HQ moves to Carroll but are regarded unlikely. Officials have shown interest in the territory and could divert existing business.
An old advertisement promises a quick cure for a cold in one day by taking Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets, noting the signature printed on every box.
Berlin dispatch reports Emperor William spent Christmas in his usual way. He walked in Sans Souci park distributing gold pieces to gardeners and watchmen. At 4 o clock dinner followed by lighted Christmas trees in the Shell hall of the new palace with all imperial children present and each child having a tree sized for their age.
Seismic disturbances persist in Andijan Russian Central Asia with four to five shocks daily, especially during the night of December 22 and the morning. Damage from the recent earthquake runs to several million dollars.
Syracuse December 25 James F Dolan of Synahiok president of the Ancient Hibernians has signed final papers uniting the order under a single governing board and authority.
An uptown reader recalls a tiny tale from a strawberry festival where a girl from a family boasted of their status. Rival children argued over possessions, coal use, and parental dignity, ending with a playful jab about family initials in packages received.
Chicago authorities and Governor Yates are asked to act as coal carrying railroads stand accused of holding 150000 tons in caryards near Chicago to influence prices. About 4000 cars await movement across key yards with 1000 in Illinois Central, 600 in Baltimore and Ohio South Chicago, and others in Panhandle yards. Officials warn a change in ten days as holiday demand eases.
A Philadelphia Ledger item recounts a veteran traveler who, while boasting of his Spanish, mocks others as he describes visits to Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippines. In a Chestnut Street drug store a clerk responds in Spanish revealing the veteran’s ignorance and the pair depart.
A wire dispatch notes Illinois Governor Yates and Mrs. Yates are much better and plan to return to Springfield next Tuesday from Florida. Other items include a 10 percent pay raise for Chicago and Alton railway workers, Frick denying US Steel presidency rumors, and a series of accidental deaths and legal notices across the country.
An anonymous essayist argues against the modern languages cult, sparked by Lord Rosebery's Glasgow remarks. He contends English isolation from French and German narrows intellectual horizons, and says learning languages broadens sympathy and perspective, making a nation more aware of foreign viewpoints.
The London press argues the union jack is the true national flag while the red ensign marks merchant ships. Royal standard is personal, flying only with sovereign permission. Knollys confirms the royal flag limited to coronation use. union jack serves as national_flag across ships.
In a Buffalo club room a dozen prominent men shared a convivial evening. An impromptu toastmaster opened by praising the wittiest guest, describing him as a household word and symbol of civic pride, while the crowd teased that the man’s name would not come to mind.
Senator Pritchard of North Carolina recalls a 92 year old mountaineer and his 90 year old wife returning from their oldest child’s funeral at 71. They grieve and the wife quips that she warned they would never raise that child.
A New York Sun report contrasts Chicago and New York views on dancing. It notes rising generations dance the same dainty steps yet favor less graceful movements, with two-step and waltz dominating programs while older dances fade. It cites New Yorkers’ fashion fads and the role of dancing masters in public balls.
The Atlanta Constitution extolls American farmers as the most prosperous and independent citizens, noting their role in breadstuff supply and their increasing profits as industries grow, while mentioning occasional leisure at circuses and distancing from speculative sectors.
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