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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1903
Page
6
A shaky Yukon Country telegraph reports bank purchases showing massive volumes with projections to exceed prior sums by about 3 million dollars. Officials hint at a record quota for the season while conditions remain uncertain and subject to rate changes in Burlingtone and nearby areas.
The Union Pacific boiler makers strike ends with workers returning to their jobs under terms of a New York settlement with the European Squadron. The Navy announces Kiel visitation by the European squadron, led by the battleship Alabama with the Chicago Mechias and San Francisco, proceeding north to Nici.
The United States Secret Service will investigate peonage cases near Montgomery Alabama at the request of the Justice Department. An indictment charges Robert Franklin with keeping a Negro in servitude to work off a debt as a magistrate system allegedly prevails. Punishment ranges from a $1000 to $5000 fine or one to five years in prison. The plan reportedly involves a magistrate oath then a forced labor contract to repay advances, trapping victims in long cruel servitude.
German wheat prospects are dire with estimates showing over 3 million tons needed from the United States. Officials cite heavy replowing and poor yields on many fields. The Produce Exchange market remains steady amid hopes of harvest improvement.
A dispute at Columbian University in Washington centers on awarding Doctor of Civil Law to Emma Bailes wife of a prominent figure. Six male seniors protest denouncing her as unqualified while the faculty backs the degree and plans to confer it at commencement. The president confirms the plan though some seniors threaten to skip the ceremonies.
Information from Tahita reported by the British Consul in Yabita that three small islands near Pitcairn were taken by England. The move, seen as valuable for Panama Canal completion, prompted actions by Mr McCoy on Pit cairn Island to secure the islands for Britain.
Daniel Wo Miller assistant Attorney General for the Postoffice Department was arrested for alleged acceptance of bribes to favor John Juan Co. Joseph M Dobns of Mochester Ind. was arrested as alleged co-conspirator in the case.
Methodist Presbyterian and Protestant Episcopal church leaders in New York plan a campaign against divorce with Arch bishop Farles of the Roman Catholic Church asked to cooperate. The report notes diverse church roles and a forthcoming joint effort.
Police investigate a fatal explosion at a Gloversville leather dress plant in New York. John Kennedy, son of Michael J. Kennedy of J Kennedy & Co, is dead after likely entering the building with volatile explosives to learn a rival formula. another son Daniel is reported injured but denied by the family.
Joseph Becker an anarchist is held in a city jail at Wola Walls Wash on suspicion of intending to kill President Stuosess The episode stayed quiet until the President left town Becker allegedly spoke of a ballot for Roosevelt and for the German Emperor He fled toward Walla Walla with a Pendleton partner Pat Ivine and was arrested after being found near a butcher shop and hiding the suspect’s accomplice
A long list of news briefs reports the death of Colonel Brewer, founder of Brewer Pottery in Titton, on the anniversary of a prior case. Indictments for manslaughter related to hiring a man in a saloon are mentioned, with the trial repeatedly postponed to June 15 and later denied by the doctor.
A W Machen, former superintendent of free delivery, was arrested at the request of the Post Office Department on charges of receiving bribes from contractors.
A fierce blaze consumed ten large structures at the Panama market wharf in Panama City Colombia the commercial heart of the city. Authorities fought the fire through the night with extensive damage reported.
Premier Combes halted the Versailles to Madrid race after multiple deadly crashes. Hecht and others killed or injured as vehicles collided across the course from Versailles to Bordeaux and beyond. Renault and others suffered severe injuries as the first stage ended in Bordeaux with horrific wrecks.
A collage of satirical notes and political jabs from multiple papers. Bits reference court cases, notable figures, and foreign events with a humorous, sardonic tone. The scattered items mention Philadelphia, Maryland, Ohio, and California outlets, plus curiosities about industry and culture.
The May trade review highlights strong retail of summer goods due to warm weather, with vegetable crop delays and cautious planting. Growth centers on heavy rail freight, higher raw material costs, and cautious investment as manufacturers resume activity. Wheat and corn exports rise with year over year comparisons. overall prospects remain positive amid industrial peace.
The bulletin lists live stock and grain prices in major markets including Indianapolis St Louis Cincinnati Detroit Milwaukee Toledo Buffalo New York and others. Cattle hogs sheep wheat corn oats rye barley butter and eggs are given with bid ranges and grading terms across cities and rail hubs.
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