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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1905
Page
7
Early Manchurian War reports confirm Japanese landings on Sakhalin Island. The maneuver follows a maritime show of force and involves battleships and cruisers, with troops advancing between ports as Russian defenses reeling.
The battleship Kaias Potemkine and a rebel torpedo boat yield to Romanian authorities after ten days of Black Sea terror. About 7% of the crew will be evacuated to safety, with promises they may choose where to live. The mutineers seek asylum and demand passports for exiting to avoid Russian custody.
Fragmented text discusses Japan and Russia over the Kurile Islands. It mentions national sentiment to reclaim territory, possible cession explanations to the Japanese people, and the role of wartime spoils in peace negotiations as a broader political dynamic.
Former Judge Selden P. Spencer was named receiver for the People's United States Bank of St Louis after a federal postal order halted operations. The appointment was made by the St Louis Circuit Court at the request of Missouri Secretary of State Swangar. The bank's assets include cash on hand and stock, with a total value of hundreds of thousands, and the bank will be wound up under the supervision of Edward G. Lewis of St Louis.
The Teck Island and the St. Lesiis and San Francisco railway companies nearly finalize plans to erect a vast warehouse at Wanata City. Project cost about 1,000,000 dollars and would become the world's largest building if completed.
Article reports confusion over divorces granted during a slate where many county and city officers were elected together. It notes the Supreme Court ruling affecting eligibility and the Bush amendment fallout, with parents fearing illegitimacy stigma for children and funding disputes among Democratic and Republican officials.
A report from New York indicates a baby boom with births averaging one every five minutes over the past week. City officials note the birth rate has risen to about 15 per 1000, higher than any other U S city, a trend not seen since years past.
The Chicago Tribune reports a sweeping view of graft by officials in two thirds of U S states. Indicts and corruption probes touch California Arkansas New York New Orleans Philadelphia Oregon and more. notable cases include bribery by legislators and police-criminal alliances with dives. Prominent citizens face shame as investigations reveal neglected probity.
The article discusses the census figures showing manufacturing growth and its impact on the economy. It notes how mining, forests, and agriculture contribute to business, with wages and output highlighting manufacturing overtaking farming over generations.
Associate Statistician Joimes discharged by Secretary Wilson after a Secret Service inquiry found he took bribes from New York cotton brokers for advance market information. Wilson released a report criticizing the department’s handling and promising a tightened reporting method. The probe also touches on related bankruptcy filings and local incidents.
The report says Elihu Root will join President Roosevelt’s cabinet as Secretary of State to replace the late Tobiny Hay. Root, aged a little over 60, is credited with upholding the open door policy in China and has a long career in law and public service in New York.
Dr Freock B Clark was reelected head of the interdenominational Christian movement at the Baltimore convention held at Armory Hall. Receipts for the past year stood at $90 11 with expenditures of £8591 24 and treasury balance of £99 37. Eight thousand delegates gathered for the national convention as 16 000 rents filled the vast hall. The audience applauded a Roosevelt letter read by Treasurer Shaw. Governor Edwin Warfield gave a welcome, Major Clarkman Baltimores, and Thor Smith Daker spoke. The convention chorus sang The Heavens Are Tellin and the annual review was presented by General Secretary Van Ogden Vort.
Col Stephen N Winstow linked to Philadelphia Tagguirer for 63 years. W Diatchinson, last of the abolitionist band, recovering in Lynn Mass. Tear Seison, 82, Living peer and House of Lords member at Queen Victoria's accession. Charles Y Hola of Massachusetts, father of 24 children, enlisted in 1837. Lords aged 72 to 90 listed in Leeds, including Gavydyr 5, Lord Wield 82, Earl of Granbrook 81, Lord Masham 90, Grinthsepe 83, Lord Brampton 58, Duke of Ruteland. William W Dean, 1, birthday noted. works in Washington Treasury Dept. Judge Chaclea Fiell of Athel, Mass. oldest active judge, birthday celebrated. James B E Hyde, city treasurer of Lincoln Neb., likely oldest active municipal officer, present daily at opening hour.
The weekly weather bulletin describes crop conditions across regions. Northern districts report temperatures too low for rapid growth, while southern states enjoy favorable warmth and heavy rains in central areas aiding drought relief. Corn is progressing well in most belts though late varieties and Missouri rains slow some cultivation. Winter wheat harvests advance, with gains in Missouri and eastern Kansas. Oats show good yields. apples decline, peaches near failure, and potatoes average-to-short regionally.
The seventh international convention of the Epworth League opened in Denver with three crowded meetings at Coliseum Hall Trinity Church and Central Presbyterian Church. About 20 000 delegates attended. Bishop Lane W Jorce of Minneapolis planned to preside but was unable due to illness. Chairmen included Bishop Joseph F Berry and Stephen J Dechen.
Chicago editor of the Epworth Herald and the Rev Melvin Taylor of Quebec joined officials including Gov Jeme I McDonald Mayor Het ett W Speer Congressman Robert Ban yree and others. Responses were offered by a group of clergy from Iowa Tennessee Ontario and California, including Rev H D Atcheson and Rev H M Dubos and Rev GFL Saltan.
Sixty die as a cyclone devastates Montague County Texas including Montague Nacona Salt Creek and nearby towns Gainesville Belcher and Dixie. Homes farms and churches are flattened and the county faces immense losses with many families wiped out. News notes the broad destruction across the Texas Panhandle and distant alerts for aid, with casualties and damages still being tallied. The text also oddly mentions Japan’s 1904 rice crop figures.
The Kansas Supreme Court unanimously rules a state bill to build and operate a state oil refinery unconstitutional. Justice Green writes the opinion, finding the refinery a misused device to bypass constitutional prohibitions. The decision blocks bonds and prompts Gov Hoch’s disappointed reaction. The piece also notes plummeting oil prices and industry disruption linked to Standard Oil in nearby territories.
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