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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 02, 1906

Page

6

Bomb Killings Tied to Coeur D Alene Unrest

Report details a dynamite blast at a gate near ex governor Steunenberg’s home in Idaho with two suspects detained. Police believe the attack ties to the Coeur d Alene mining strife and the infamous Inner Circle, noting glycerine explosive and wire triggering. Investigators seek arrests for the scene duties while noting threats had been received previously.

Ida Frank Steunen- Mitte aDidwell Caldwell Steunenberg

Keuberg Governor of Fama 1607 to 1901 Passes Away

Keuberg who served as governor of Fama from 1607 to 1901 died after a long life of public service. He was born in Iowo and spent time in Idalo. He leaves a wife and Ta Afay. His era included the Bunker Hill conflict and martial service.

Keuberg Fama Iowo Idalo Bunker Hill Martial

Miners' Blowing War At Wardner Sparks Martial Law

The Minéra union waged a violent strike against the Wallace company, blowing up the concentrator at Wardner after seizing an engine and loading a railroad train with dynamite. Three strikers were killed in conflicts, United States troops arrived under General Merriam, a ward was sealed, over 1,000 men were jailed, martial law was declared, and leaders faced prison after a long trial. Congressional inquiries followed amid partisan reports on Governor Steunenberg and President McKinley.

United States H. C. Merriam Wardner Steunenberg McKinley Sulzer New York The Typographiea Union

Yerkes Death Sparks Double Life and Endowment Tale

New York reports sensational developments after the death of Charles T. Yerkes. Claims say he led a double life, sought divorce, and kept his wife prisoner. He allegedly built a palace for a young Cincinnati courtesan, left her a fortune and a New York residence, and planned a London deathbed gift. City art gallery endowment valued around several million dollars would be created from his estate.

New York Charles YT. Yerkes Yerkes Rane Cincinnati London

Notes of the Old Year

A Chicago year end tally for 1905 shows export trade up by 14.8 million and imports up by 183.9 million, total foreign trade near 3.775 billion. Railway revenue rose to 3.0017 billion. Donations to education religion charity libraries and public institutions reached 104 million. Crime deaths by violence rose, suicides also up, with homicide executions reported at 185 for 1903 and deaths of unknown figures in the south.

Chicago United States TSO Iyod Vietius Tus South Nevada

Milwaukee German papers merge to form Germania Herald

Milwaukee newspapers combine two German language papers, the Milwaukee Germania Abend Post and the Milwaukee Herold, effective January 1. Proprietors form the Germania Herald association to run both publications. Each paper will continue its existing policy and identity.

Milwaukee Jan Milwaukee Germania-Abend Post Milwaukee T Herold Germania-Herald Association

Moscow Reds Downed After December Uprising Ends

The Times dispatch from Moscow reports the December uprising ending with mass surrenders after white flags over Presnu district factories. The Workmen’s council has declared the strike off while authorities vow to crush any future armed uprising with full force.

St. Tetersburg Moscow Presnu Revolutionary Committee

No Murder Was Done In The Prokhrom District

Refugees crowd the Presna district as prisoners swell the ranks after a failed uprising. Allies report councils declared the revolution over and orders to surrender and escape were issued. Barricades are cleared while casualties are overestimated and chaotic scenes unfold in Prokhuroge and surrounding factories.

Presna Associated Press Iito Foldiny Ctor Tts Prokhuroge Manontom Nighit Harare Haighter Fle Gee Rerson Defenga

Strike Aims at Armed Insurrection Declared by St Petersburg Council

In St Petersburg on January, the workmen's council moves to end the strike and push to organize an armed insurrection, while the government vows firm rule. The dialogue reflects escalating tensions and the council's confrontation with authorities.

St. Petersburg, Jan. KL Work- Men's Council of St. Petersburg Council of

Dinner Brings Rail Officials and Conductors Together

Chicago January 1. Presidents and top railroad officials mingled with employes at the Masonica Temple drill hall for the twenty ninth annual Chicago division No 1 of the Order of Railway Conductors dinner. About 400 attended as letters from Roosevelt Fairbanks and others were read and speakers praised cooperation and harmony between employers and employees.

Chicago Masonica Temple Chicago Division No. 1 Roosevelt Fairbanks Jones J. Hit Great Northern Railroad

Ships report Dewey fleet speed increase at sea

Washington reports a wireless navy message from the Dry Dock Dewey indicating the vessel south of Cape Henry travels four to five knots in fine weather. In New York, Housesmiths and Bridgemen's unions vote for a general strike. about 4000 workers expected to refuse work immediately.

Washington Navy Department Dewey Cape Henry New York Housesmiths’ and Bridgemen’s Union

Nelson and McGovern to Meet in Philadelphia Bout

New York dateline reports signed articles for a six round fight between Tory McCroverh and Battling Nelson to be held in Philadelphia on March 16.

Nelson McGovern New York Tory McCroverh Battling Nelson Philadelphia

National Civic Federation forms permanent immigration dept

Executive council decides to create a permanent department on immigration. Pope Pius XII receives farewell audience with Rt. Rev. Henry Joseph Lichter, bishop of Grand Rapids. First snow of the season falls in Dallas. Losses from Milwaukee Bay City plant fire reach 250000. Chariton post office and six blocks burned, 100000 loss. UK revenue for year ends December 31 shows 481758000. Heaviest snow storm affects Kansas and Oklahoma. Havana customs rise six months to 6000000, up 17 percent from 1904. C W West hosts banquet for 500 workers. Petition to save the oil ship Constitution at Kosten. Racehorse Himyar dies in Tennessee. Walton Wellman plans pole expedition with Santos Dumont in Wanloon. Mrs Painfield Andrews dies in Richmond England.

National Civic Federation Au Permanent Department On Immigration Pope Pius Henry Joseph Lichter Grand Rapids Mich Dallas Tex American Shipbuilding Company Bay City Chariton Postofice United Kingdom Kansas Oklahoma Havana C. W. West Battle Creek Kosten City Constitution Himyar Avondale Stud Nea Nashville Tenn sWalton Wellman North Pole Santos U Painy

Wild Ducks Foretell Nighttime Events in Old County Tales

A rustic tale recalls a wounded wild goose in town and a wild duck that once flew through a courthouse window startling card players and sparking belief in divine warning. Nearby in Paulk county a night raid by ducks against a homestead wall solved a meat shortage and inspired local speculation.

Seneca Paulk County Paul Dispatch

Stead Rules Offspring Law Fees Paid Back

Springfield Illinois January 1 Trustees of the University of Hingis must requisition on the state board of prison industries before printing and purchasing materials elsewhere. Attorney General Stead holds releases are required and audits depend on Board approval. Also ruling that no state or county costs can be recorded in court without statutory basis. Two new justices appointed and a state treasurer deposits $10 657 under Stead interpretation of law.

Springfield University of Hingis State Reformatory Pontiac State Board of Prison Industries Charles M. Tinney Stead L. A. Cranston Ford County Willian C. Hippard Third District Hentz Springfeld Jay J. Keen de. Keen Evanston John McAnron Hyde Park Becker

Canine case redefines dog as non property in court

A Tazewell county decision last week held a dog is not property for levy or estate purposes and has no standard standing in court. The dog is not animal ownership nor theft subject, even as bulldog theft charges against William King were dropped.

Bloomington Tazewell William King Worthington

Barbecued Open Air Event Draws Large Crowd

A monster barbecue at Mainie drew a large crowd with over fifty opossums and raccoons served. The event, titled Barbecued Possam Ad Lib, featured Carmi Ub Dan and a festive open-air setting.

Carmi Redimen Mainie

Kennedy’s Laxative Honey and Tar Cold Cure

An old advertisement touts Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar as a liquid cold cure that thoroughly evacuates the bowels to drive all cold from the system. It claims effectiveness for coughs and croup and states it is sold by all druggists.

Kennedy

New Steam Laundry Opens for Business

Announcement for 4 New Steam Laundry at 164 Van Buren St. to service Bun dle of soiled linen. Patrons asked to call phone 792 and a wagon will call. Product and location imply a local laundry business inaugurating service.

Clark's Bream Launppy van Buren St

Dean's Kidney Pills Boosts Painter's Back Health

Charles Weiss of 424 South Galena Avenue, a painter troubled by kidney trouble and back pain, tried Dean's Kidney Pills from Hetmett & Burrell's drug store. After a few days he felt better and improved until cured. Sold by all dealers, 60 cents. Foster-Milburn Co. Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Dean's.

Charles Weiss Galena Avenue Dean Hmmett & Burrell Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo N. Y United States Dean’s Joe Hmmert

Young Man and Woman Drowned in Wakefield Lake

In Wakefield Massachusetts on January 2 the bodies of John A. Ritchie 21 of Stoneham and Grace Holden 19 of Wakefield were recovered from Lake Quannapowet after a skating outing. The double drowning occurred when they went onto the lake to skate.

Wakefield Mass John A. Ritchie Stoneham Grace Holden Lake Quannapowlct Ritchie Miss Holden

Railway Man Resigns for Midland Valley Vice Presidency

Holden, freight traffic manager of the Rock Island system with Chicago headquarters, resigns to accept the vice presidency of the Midland Valley railroad, headquartered at Fort Smith Arkansas.

Chicago Holden Rock Island Midland Valley Railroad Fort Smith Ark

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