08 Jun 1899
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Newspaper
Emmet County Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1899
Page
1
Jenkins and Nichols listed as Republican figures in Emmet County Estherville Iowa with party alignment and local political context for the period.
A 21 month old girl kidnapped from New York City on May 21 was found two miles south of Sloatsburg at the Youmann farm. Mrs Jennie Wilson confessed to abducting the child and keeping her hidden, while James Wilson was arrested as her husband. Arthur Clarke identified the child as Marion. Deputy Sheriff Charleston secured warrants and the Wilsons are jailed on abduction charges.
New York actor Sam T. Jack left his wife Emma Ward to his brother James T. Jack in his will filed for probate on June 2. The document directs that Emma become James's wife, a plan described as remarkable. The estate is valued at $75,000.
The full committee unanimously backs the mediation plan, with article vii reflecting a sub committee draft altered by the group. The first commission approves prohibitions on dumdum bullets and explosive bullets, while Italy, Austria, and Great Britain oppose. A majority sees little chance of success for the initial commission’s work.
A St Pierre report says Lafayette will carry officers and men to Paris for a new Dreyfus trial after delivering him from Île du Diable. Guards for Dreyfus to Cayenne will transfer to Ville de Tanger. Volunteers petition to be sent to Manila with travel pay to enlistment site.
The Reichstae on Friday received an anti-strike bill with provisions milder than those initially proposed by the emperor. It would sentence anyone who threatens or enforces work stoppages to up to one year in prison, but the measure is unlikely to pass in its current form.
Maprio Premier Silvela addressed a meeting of a majority of the Senators and Deputies urging radical reforms. He warned that failure of his rehabilitation programme would plunge the country into a dictatorship, producing the greatest of evils.
Prof Obershall of Presburg Academy killed Herr Putucky with a pistol duel in Klausenburg after a dispute sparked by four jests. Eyewitnesses report a swift fatal shot, with authorities investigating the incident as a homicide.
A political upset sees Liberals seize momentum against the Conservative government as public support shifts amid ongoing turmoil. The move signals a potential cabinet shakeup and realignment of power in the capital.
A cyclone formed southwest of Kinestry Iowa last Tuesday evening moving north. It demolished Wm Adams farm buildings and then the Stevens farm where a Johnson family sought shelter in a cave. The Kellner and Kohrburg farms suffered wrecks with a fatal injury to a child at Kohrburg. A separate wedge cloud struck Jefferson area, destroying homes including E Berehard's residence, with one fatality reported in nearby Minneola region and extensive damage across Ponca and Plainview areas. no other losses confirmed.
The News reports wide newspaper support for Gen Joe Wheeler to run for Alabama governor amid Democratic party disarray. It notes Wheeler might enter if not sent to the Philippines and could win nomination and election, potentially paving a future U S Senate seat, though The News believes he will not accept the governorship.
Burrano New York freight handlers struck again affecting about twelve thousand workers across docks. The Lehigh Valley freight house triggered the action after a boss allegedly ordered extra loads. Non union workers work at several docks, Lehigh Valley officials dispute the claim.
The new Spanish minister Duke d Arcos and Duchess arrived May 6 with Secretaries Riano and Pastor. They were greeted by friends, then driven to the Arlington Hotel where Spain’s flag flew in their honor. In St Louis, Bishop Janssen will close St Patrick Church due to parishioner opposition to the appointed Vicar General Cluse until obedience is assured.
Commodore Baker at Manila sends the first direct news of Lieut. Gilmore and several sailors captured by insurgents on Luzon’s east coast. An escaped prisoner says Gilmore and others are well, and Gilmore was allowed a horse.
General Lord Kitchener, sirdar of the Egyptian Sudan, declares the expedition against Khalifa Abdullahi essential to pacify the region. He has gone to England and will likely decide the matter with British authorities.
Washington reports Gen Otis will accept a maximum army size of 80 million dollars in value terms. The President approves a force of 30,000 to meet needs in Manila. Current troops total 36,000 with 24,000 regulars after volunteers depart. Reinforcements will adjust totals. distribution favors more troops in the Philippines while garden companies are reduced domestically.
Rhode Island observes Memorial Day with inaugural ceremony for Elisha Dyer in Newport. Parade includes Newport Artillery and Admiral Sampson’s squadron. 1000+ attendees. Also notes public notices on census clerical hiring and a Yellow Fever report in New Orleans.
Gilbert earns high average 63 percent with 47 pigeons in 80 per cent cup. Crosby 38, Grimm and Sheldon win state team cup with 19 of 20. Parks wins Algona club cup after shoot-off. Gilbert also takes sweepstakes with 10 straight birds. Town Sportsmen elect officers. Marshalltown to host next meeting.
The Supreme Court at Des Moines affirmed the lower court verdict sentencing Novak to life imprisonment for the Walford murder of 1887. Dissenting judges noted disagreement. Evidence showed Novak and Edward Murry were seen drinking before the fire. one body found was Murry’s, not Novak’s.
The Iowa State Eclectic Medical Society plans a campaign to overturn a June law requiring out of state doctors to pass the State Board of Medical Examiners exam. They argue reputable graduates from other states should practice in Iowa without board exams. The report also notes various local legal and civic items, including bank losses, endowments, building projects, and a marriage-related court award.
Various Iowa items report votes on water works in Garwin and Perley Lance appointed post office inspector in Des Moines. Franchises granted for gas at New Hartford and local telephone in Pella. Lightning kills three horses near Welman. no recent burglaries in Ida Grove. County medical society formed in Muscatine. Des Moines Edison Electric to invest 50,000. Dubuque to install electric messenger system. fortresses and churches planned in several towns. hail damage near Casey. Des Moines banks preparing to fight assessments. Continuous notes on schools, post offices, churches, and infrastructure across the state.
Six people three men and three women drowned in the Maumee River beside Toledo’s busy dock as the Pastime steamship and State of New York steamer sought them with a searchlight. Despite lifebears and rapid aid, no bodies were found.
A garbled collection notes salaries, travels, and curiosities. It mentions Cok Piequart with salary R360 4 and various figures from royalty to authors, philosophers, actors, and editors. Names include Eugene Field, Virginian Fair Vanderbilt, Rumard Kipling, Catarina Ati, and Baroness Burdett Coutts. It references King Charles of Romania, Admiral Sampson, Delcasse, Liam’s crown prince, Ian Maclaren, Franz Ehbert, and President McKinley. The passage surveys opinions, habits, and achievements through short, incongruous items.
The Ohio Valley League of Bimetallic Clubs in Louisville declared 16 to 1 the keynote for the 1900 Democratic platform and for Bryan as leader. Speakers Altgeld Robinson Van Vorhis Tarvin urged keeping silver front and urged Louisville to host next year’s national convention. A banquet followed with Bryan and Altgeld among the 300 guests, addressing themes of democracy, money, and government.
Memorial Day services at Arlington National Cemetery drew the President and cabinet, with large crowds reflecting renewed interest in Spanish American War graves. Observances spread to Chattanooga Knoxville Omaha Manila Havana Santiago Paris Chicago and more, featuring wreaths, military bands, and joint G. A. R. and veteran ceremonies.
Lawrence Townsend of Pennsylvania will succeed Bellamy Storer as United States minister to Belgium when he departs Brussels for Madrid. A polished diplomat and lawyer, Townsend heads the American mission at Lisbon, Portugal, and has shown diplomatic skill during war times. He speaks nearly all European languages. Sixteen smallpox cases reported in Nicetown Philadelphia. Alaska natives now kill otters with skins worth 600 dollars each. Counterfeiting found in Shreveport Louisiana Greentree Hotel. Bank of England contributes 1000 to Dawson fire sufferers. Huntington plant in West Virginia makes clay shingles employing eighty workers. Thomas Eves of Versailles Kentucky drowned in the Kentucky river at Tillians Ferry. Demnification for destruction of property on the rescue bombardment discussed by Sabiogu commission. Dick arrested in Detroit with gold watches and diamonds. Coatmakers' Benevolent Association of Indiana incorporated by sweatshop workers aiming to raise pay and improve conditions.
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