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Newspaper
Grand Traverse Herald
Location
Traverse City, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1903
Page
2
Nassau New Hampshire June 4 fires darken the state causing great damage. Maine suffers heavily with reports that half of Sherman and Stacyville in Maine are wiped out.
A Pacolet South Carolina report states Mill No 1 of the Parcolet Co. was completely washed away by a cloudburst. Pacolet River overflowed, flooding miles of low lands and causing extensive damage. Property losses are estimated near a million dollars, with 38 lives reported lost.
Washington June 8 The federal grand jury indicted Samuel A and Diller B Groff for conspiracy to defraud the government in connection with August W Machen. Machen was indicted last Friday for profiting through collusion with the Graffs in the sale of patented mail box fasteners, totaling about $20 000 over three years.
A satchel of dynamite was found near the Chicago and Alton tracks in Lincoln close to where President Roosevelt departed a train. Police suspect a plot and a thorough investigation is underway.
Fires persist across hundreds of points in northern and eastern Maine with a potential for rapid spread if winds rise. Caribou area in Aroostook reports the gravest danger while a large force from Greenville has saved Shirley for the present amid the challenging blaze conditions.
Flint Michigan June 8 Judge George HL Durand died suddenly at 10 this morning at his farm two miles north of Flint. He had been in frail health since withdrawing from the gubernatorial race last year. Survived by wife and two children Charles A and Elizabeth Rand. A public funeral will be held Thursday under the Grand Lodge F and A M.
A Washington special reports that dishonesty in the post office department led to a massive counting of over one billion dollars in coin, currency and securities in the U S treasury. Treasurer Ellis LT Roberts defends the unprecedented audit to ensure vaults reflect the full national wealth.
A hurricane has driven vessels ashore and wrecked several ships near Leyte. The U S transports Snamshus and Pearla de Vianyas are reported lost with partial crew saved aboard, while Naura fol and Mayflower were driven ashore with all aboard saved. The Army notes a small Philippine vessel named Samshui, not the transport Shamsbhui.
Marseilles reports the Liban sank after colliding with the Insulaire near Isle of Marle. 240 aboard, 53 percent rescued, 184 dead, divers search the wreck, captains and survivors endure severe distress while relatives perish in the disaster.
Kansas City reports the Missouri River at 32.9 feet with a 15 inch fall in 24 hours. Union Avenue and West Bottoms streets become passable and preparations for resuming business proceed. In Topeka the Kansas River falls, North Topeka rehabilitation may start soon, with 22 dead known and 5 unidentified. Governor Batley urges help as the flood response continues.
A classic ad notes that kidney trouble harms both women and men, causing diminished ambition and cheer, urging treatment with Swamp Root by Dr Kilmer and Company. It advertises sample bottles by mail, lists sizes, and emphasizes a long tradition of testimonials from sufferers cured.
Reports detail relief funds for flood victims in Kansas with totals surpassing 14 000 pounds and 32 500 dollars in governor’s hands. North Topeka remains safe while over 200 deputies guard property. Railroads operate Missouri Pacific South and Santa Fe west as governors consider extra legislative sessions for state aid. Simultaneous flood updates from St Louis Venice and East St Louis describe rising waters and mass homelessness with city gauges showing up to 37.5 feet and predictions of severe inundation.
Bodies of Mrs. John Murphy and her child were exhumed at Fife Lake Michigan and sent to Ann Arbor for analysis. Stomach contents likely to reveal poisoning, as officials and locals expect strychnine. Mrs McKnight remains in custody as investigators press for facts amid guarded interviews and shifting theories.
Prosecutor Ernst C. Smith outlines a strong case against Mrs. Mary McKnight for the murders of her brother John Murphy his wife and their three month old baby. He cites family testimony conflicting statements and new evidence to be revealed after arraignment. Local sheriff says mortgage tampering ties into the case.
Lansing June 4 after weeks of debate the house passed the Wade bill creating a state highway commissioner office funding road making schools and appropriating 5000 yearly for two years Opposed by Representative Colby and a key vote from Vandercook Grand Rapids The senate must approve before it goes to the governor Warle Detroit a former spot roads advocate is favored as the commissioner despite Colby objections to the measure’s constitutionality.
A New York merchant grows rich selling celery for two decades by buying in season and freezing carloads for off season sale. He ships dozen bunches in 100 pound ice cakes at no charge, delivering brittle celery to wealthy customers. Also noted are Burlington mayor James Burke, a blacksmith, who kept working in his shop after Supreme Court affirmed his election, and Arthur Agnan who devised a device for wheel attachment in prison.
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