27 Jun 1905
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Newspaper
Fargo Forum And Daily Republican
Location
Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1905
Page
1
Theodore Roosevelt attended Harvard commencement as a class of 1880 alumnus rather than as president. A two day program marked the twenty fifth reunion of his class. He arrived by special train and was greeted by Bishop Lawrence before proceeding to Cambridge.
New York June 27 James J Hill head of Great Northern was traveling to Lenox Massachusetts in an automobile when his driver was arrested for speeding at Lafayette Boulevard. Driver held for trial after Harlem court appearance grip by Magistrate Mayog who greeted Hill and Hill posted bail with his office furniture.
Survivors of Hood's Texas Brigade meet in Corsicana, Texas for an annual reunion marked by singing Dixie and Confederate colors. Mayor Johnson gives greeting as President Harding delivers opening remarks. The two day program emphasizes social events with about 400 of 4000 March 1862 brigade members remaining, twelve having died since last year.
Grand Forks North Dakota observes Old Settlers Day with a large gathering of pioneers. Local association members arrange a full program to entertain visitors arriving by train and bus tours of the city with a reception by the Commercial Club and planned events throughout the day.
Washington reports Acting Secretary of the Navy Darling held a hearing over alleged disputes between Civil Engineer Walker and New York Continental Jewell Filtration Co. about dock construction at the Charleston Navy Yard. Contractors claim Lieutenant Walker was overly exaction. a transfer order was stalled pending full facts, while Walker reportedly acted to fulfill his duty.
Seattle June 27 Frank Ward and Thomas Driscoll, suspected in the hold up of the North Coast Limited near Tacoma Thursday, were arrested by officers after one man answered the description. The investigation continues as authorities pursue additional leads.
Panama, June 27. The aqueduct system will provide easy of pure water to the isthmus. The official inauguration is set for the Fourth of July with great rejoicing expected across Panama.
In Portland Oregon on June 27 Harry Robertson former private secretary to United States Senator John H Mitchell testified for the prosecution in Mitchells trial. Robertson described Mitchells schemes with the firm of Mitchell and Tanner to expedite Krib s claims and his belief that prosecution was futile. He provided details of plans to evade justice and corroborated the indictment s charges as Mitchell displayed visible mental distress during his testimony.
Washington June 27 The second day of the National Association of Educationists convention saw higher attendance this morning. Speakers and sessions on public speaking and oratory drew educators from across the country including J W Wetzl Haven and others, with focus on training in effective speech and dramatic performance.
George Frentz, convicted with Machen and the Graffs in a post office fraud case, was turned over to the district jail warden for transfer to the Moundsville penitentiary in West Virginia to begin his term.
Egin June 27 arsenic said to have been discovered in the stomach of Mrs W H Duriee whose death raised suspicion on her husband. Lake freighter launched at Lorain Ohio the William A Rogers a 10000 ton steel freight steamer built for Niagara Transit Co christened by Mrs William A Rogers wife of Tonawanda Iron and Steel Co resident to operate in the Buffalo Superior ore trade.
Grand Forks North Dakota June 27 Mrs Anna Eaves was granted a decree of divorce from George Eaves who had recently been released from the state penitentiary for grand larceny He stole tools from a threshing machine owned by Sheriff Turner and has not returned to Grand Forks since Mrs Eaves seized the chance of his sentence to obtain the divorce Judge Fisk granted the decree Gen Standish acted as her attorney
New York June 27 Streams of immigrants pour into New York through Ellis Island, breaking prior records. More than 72 000 have landed since June 1 and official estimates for the month end reach 84 085, compared with 51 731 in June last year. Immigrant origins remain varied with Lithuanians and Poles prominent for labor in mines and sweated industries, Swedes Greeks heading northwest, and Germans diminishing.
In a June letter to President Roosevelt, C A Nell questions the annual free seed distribution run by the Agriculture Department. Nell claims communications to Roosevelt were sent to Secretary Wilson and argues an ex parte report could have been made, noting a broader government shakeup amid ongoing distribution scandals.
The Chicago Post reports that on June 27 the Brotherhood of Teamsters executive board decided to remove Shea as international president. The action targets the head of the teamsters organization amid a fizzle of the strike.
Chicago June 27 George Barthalo Maeus a wealthy contractor from Cassel Prussia is under arrest here charged with forgeries totaling from 10 to 24 thousand dollars authorities report the case stems from disputed financial dealings and involves alleged forged instruments may indicate broader fraud investigation continues with police custody of the suspect awaiting further action
In St Petersburg on June 27 military experts viewed General Linevitch's position pessimistically. They doubt he can be surrounded but do not foresee a Russian victory, signaling concern over his strategic outlook.
Stockholm June 27 a joint committee of the two houses of the Riksdag was appointed today to deal with the bill concerning the settlement of the Norway Sweden controversy.
Montreal June 27 the supreme court quashed the appeal of Greene and Gaynor against extradition to the United States with costs taxed against the appellants Boston June 27 the Rev P Levenson Tremont Temple attends Baptist Congress in London next month Dr Henson to deliver opening address
Delegates to the state convention of young people's societies of Christian Endeavor of Ohio arrive by train in Dayton and are expected to reach five to six hundred attendees. The program promises to be among the best, with meetings led by nationally prominent workers.
St Petersburg dispatch notes limited improvement in Polish conditions. Reports from Warsaw say the strike remains only partially successful and the separatists are keeping the situation under control.
In Lodz Russian Poland on June 27 martial law brings a quieter scene though unrest lingers. A rumor of a Jewish massacre prompted about 20,000 Jews to flee the town. Rioting occurs at times with a wall attack near a Protestant cemetery. A patrol bar killed twelve people, including five men, four women, and three witnesses, amid mounting disaffection.
June 27 reports show Hyelostok’s workmen presenting a demand tied to Wil’s jing, with suspicions of factory action. The note claims immediate satisfaction of all evinces, while members of the doumta react against the prevailing attitude, signaling potential confrontation.
John F Wallace chief engineer of the Panama Canal, resigns and the move is before President Roosevelt. Report says the resignation will be accepted tomorrow, Wallace quitting to avoid government red tape while continuing his duties.
Bismarck June 27 weather summary says past week was unusually cool and cloudy with light to heavy rains across all sections. Hail reported in several places but not damaging. Light frosts occurred in northern areas with little to no damage. Wheat, oats, flax, corn show slow or limited progress. grass remains strong with excellent reports from all sections.
Graeme Stewart, a Chicago reader active in commercial and political life and a two time Republican mayoral candidate, died at his residence after a month of illness from a series of apoplectic strokes. Circused employes arrested in Grand Mere Quebec for assault and firing on two young women.
At least a dozen ranchers and several women and children are said killed by Yaqui Indians along the San Mi River in the Ures district Sonora. A large American mining party heads to rescue the survivors as danger remains.
Philadelphia June 27 Kang Yo Wei claims to be a friend of the Chinese emperor and exiled dowager empress, delivering 100 Chinamen for a revolutionary movement. General Lee, also exiled, drills sixty-two battalions in seventy American cities as Kang seeks volunteers for reform. Put-in-Bay Ohio June 27 Buckeye State Teachers gather for the fifty sixth annual session with a symposia on country schools and a three day program of papers and discussions.
In Los Angeles in June a7 Lewis Skeets a former assistant cashier at the Santa Fe freight office confessed to embezzling about 5000 dollars, fled after writing a confession, and was seen last Monday. He promised to marry Miss Emma Son of Chicago to raise funds to reimburse the company and cover his falcations. Miss Nelson, believing Skeets to be single, came to Los Angeles. The National Supply Co. seeks his restitution.
Gloomy review of Russia under stress with open war fears in Poland and Caucasus. Reports of strikes and demonstrations, possible mobilization in St Petersburg and Moscow, police minister facing scrutiny, while zemstvos and a national assembly promise raise cautious hope amid unrest.
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