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Newspaper

Iowa Citizen

Location

Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1903

Page

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Date Set For Start Of President's Western Trip In April

Washington reports President Roosevelt will depart in April for a Western tour, with stays in Yellowstone Park and multiple stops from Chicago to Milwaukee and beyond. The trip includes California visits to Yosemite, a Saint Louis start for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition dedication, and an expected lengthy itinerary across northwestern states.

Washington Roosevel Yetlowstone Park Park Chicago Milwaukee la Crosse Madison Wis Minneapolis Pan Yankton D. D Yellowstone St. Louis Pacific Coast California Yosemite Valley Mexico State Department Hague Arbitration Council Dewey Roosevelt George Dewey U.S. N Senate

Gov Cumming Stands Pat On Iowa Idea At Convention

Des Moines March 10 Governor Cumming urged delegates of the York County Republican convention to press a plan to insert the Iowa idea into the national platform. He argued tariffs should be reconsidered, favoring reciprocity and lower duties on some iron and steel schedules to boost U S trade while opposing blanket protectionism. He defended his past remarks on consumer rights versus producer protection, asserting the need for reform in tariff policies.

Des Moines Cumming Aum Iowa

Des Moines Cruiser Nears Trials at Fore River Yard

Boston dispatch reports the US cruiser Des Moines near completion at Quincy Point Fore River ship yard. Engines and shafting installed. midship living quarters partitioned with corrugated steel for lightness and cooling. Ashestog reeled hull lining aims to resist dampness and fire with fire proof treatment. interior painting proceeding.

Boston Mass United States Des Moines Fore River Quincy Point Des Alcines

Will CBSPETE With Trust Patents Taken Over

A dated notice reports a trust related action involving a company at Cine mee and Ps patents. The entity has been taken over by a Chicaza equinist with a base in Arkland Kentucky and plans facilities in Fort Worth and other places. Local property and commerce stakes are noted.

Ipnati Devione Cinemee Sith Chicaza Eaquinist Arkland Ky Willase Karsae City

Surprise in Cotton Market Opens with Liverpool Rise

In New York on March 16 there was excitement at the opening of the cotton market. Prices advanced from 46 to 2% points on the cure rise furnished by Liverpool. After reopening a reaction followed with May dipping 12 points. Private advices attributed the English rise to Egyptian speculators returning to the Liverpool market.

New York Mareh Frese Liverpool

London grant aids royal commission expenses noted

An item in the financial estimates shows a grant of 150000 dollars for expenses of the royal commission for the St Louis expedition. The document explains that any future contributions will be included in estimates for following years, and that the sun of 180000 dollars may be appropriated in aid of ongoing costs.

London March Effi Sun Royal Commission St. Louie

Canal Would Aid American Railroads, Derew Tells Senate

Washington March 16 Immediate senate session on canal treaty. Spooner disputes Morgan on Colombian credentials and church relations in Colombia. Depew argues railroads gain from canal. Spooner favors treaty terms but seeks improvements. Baron discusses US exclusive rights to regulate and defend the canal with land and naval forces as needed.

Washington Senate Spooner Morgan Senor Herran Colombia United States Panama Canal Company Spooter Depew Baron Morwear

Jesserand Heads Chicago Alumni Banquet Address

Paris ambassador Jusserand spoke at the University of Chicago alumni reunion before 400 guests. His remarks praised the university and stressed Franco American friendship, calling for enduring ties and noting Paris and Washington share a lasting alliance. Other talks included “The Ministry and Technology” and “The Republic.”

Chicago Jesserand Ata Danauet University of Chicago M_ Jusserand France Paris United States Ministry and Technology Hev. F. WW. Gunnntilus Circe the Republic Per. Henry Vandike Princetown

Unfavorable impression cited by Rafarl Heres on canal transit

Celey March 1. General Rafarl Heres, president of Calombia, in an interview expresses doubt that the recent interpretation of United States. He fears politicians may forget the human incidents of the ingurgeyit busti between here and Janama while deciding the fate of the canal and the transit across the isthmus.

Celey Rafarl Calombia United States al Ls Aly Reirrizh I-Thatus Republic Here Janama

Moody and Party in Havana

The Stolphin with Secretes Womly and party on board has arrived and saluted the fortress in Havana. Cabanas returned the salute and sent the ship’s party ashore to pay respects. Moody stayed onboard through the evening as the congressional party went ashore briefly.

Havana Vark Stolphin Iard Cabanas Onl Aloody

Vast Federal Lands to Open for Settlement in California

The federal land office in Los Angeles announces plans to open large tracts in California for settlers within days. Areas include Needles Mojave and regions near the Colorado River. Much land is described as valuable for agriculture and development opportunities.

Los Angeles United State Federal Land Office California Iver Needles Mojave Colorado River

Welcome for Chamberlains at Southampton and London

The officers arrive amid a grand greeting as Colonel Chamberlain and Mrs. Chamberlain land at Southampton from South Africa. Crowds in London cheer them, with Premier Balfour and Cabinet in attendance. Royal Box seats include Ambassador Choate and US officials. The queen and king visit Indian camp and greet Native riders and children warmly.

Lorfe Southampton Howe Britain Chamberlain South Africa London Balfour Seay Victoria Prince Ad Charles Denmark Prince of Wales Choate White United States Royal Box Col Cody Dedr

Riot In Missouri House Over Textbook Bill

In Jefferson City on March 16 Speaker White Corton accused boo diie of helping defeat the Davidson school textbook bill. Rep K Selph and Doorkeeper J E Clark clashed as the door keeper demanded quiet. Clark struck Selph and the chamber erupted with members shouting for order. A committee was appointed to help clear the lobby and seat members.

Jefferson City White Corton Davidson K. Selph St. Louis J. E. Clark Selph Clark Selsh ser+ seant

Harrison for renomination leads Democratic city convention

Chicago reports Mayor Harrison secured nearly all delegates to the city convention in the Democratic primaries and is likely to be the party’s candidate for mayor. The Thirty first ward aldermanic race drew high interest as Palmer defeated Dalton with Burke backing Dalton in that district. The convention is scheduled for Monday.

Chicago Harrison Robert E. Burke Honore Palmer Burke John C. Dalton Palmer

Wright as an American financier linked to absconding

Philadelphia reports Wright director of the London and Globe Finance corporation allegedly absconded from London. His earlier career spans fifteen years in financial circles with residences at Haverford and a stint in the Merchants' Exchange building. He was connected to speculative "get rich quick" schemes before disappearing from Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Stack Exchange Wright

Bank Statement Shows Mixed Shifts in New York

The weekly New York bank statement for March 14 shows Jpans decreased to 21,902,400 while deposits fall by 20,477,710 and reserves drop 4. Surplus rises by 275,025 and U.S. deposits increase by 250,225.

New York Jpans

New York Strike Is Settled

In New York on March 16 after four hours of talks between National Civic Federation representatives, Shipe Bonding Corporation workers, and union delegates, the four-hour conference led to a settlement of the strike.

Employes National Civic Federation New York Stirling Shipe Bonding

Justice Day's Physician Reports Improving Condition

Washington dispatch says Justice Day's physician Dr. Mardin issued a bulletin noting Nay had a fairly good night and that his condition continues encouraging. No further complications reported as of March 14.

Washington R- Mardin Justices Day

Body found on stage raid woman mutilated in Sonora

Hermosillo advices report a fifth victim in the Torreon to Totama stage massacre. A female body, flagging mutilated and strangled with rope, was found 40 yards from the scene. The Yaqui Indians are the suspects. five passengers, including wealthy Hiliberto Alverado, were killed. drivers and others robbed.

Tucson Ariz Hermosillo Mex Torreon Potama Totama Sonora Fve Hiliberto Alverado Alverado Yaqui

Clue to Wray Taylor and Embezzlement Case in San Francisco

San Francisco march 14 Wray Taylor commissioner of agriculture and forestry fled the city ostensibly for southern California. He boarded the Santa Fe road with a parcel bound for New York. The funds he handed over totalled 162000 dollars.

San Francisco New York Wray Taylor Agricultire Tlawati Fed

Defeat Rebels After Three Day Battle At Camara

In Coro Venezuela on March 74 revolutionary forces about 1250 strong were attacked by government troops near Camara. After a three day fight their fortified position fell and the rebels were defeated. the government captured the position and routing enemies. Wealthy Merchants Acquitted. New Orleans March 4 Henry Newman and Morris Hyman acquitted in embezzlement case. The firms formerly wealthy cotton traders faced prior charges over misappropriated cotton payments. The defense said payments aimed to avoid litigation.

Coro Venexuela Camara New Orleans Henry Newman Torris Hyman Colonel Buckner North Lonjsiana Ife Cotton Exchange

Famous legal fight Berlin vs Emperor is now closed

Berlin authorities won a historic court decision ending a long dispute over city funds for church construction. The case traced to Emperor William I's campaign and a 1872 consistory decree, with the police president urging $30,000 for St. Marcus and St. Simons. The civil court upheld Berlin after years of research and testimony.

Berlin Emperor William Neptune Imperial Palace Bertin St. Marcus St. Simons Consistorium Kanffmpanr

Hamburg American steamship profits show small decline

The Hamburg American Steamship Company reports net profits of 4,039,500 markes for the year, down from 4,405,034. A dividend of 4 12 per cent is declared. Write-offs reach 2,211,026 vs 2,957,398. Freight from the United States rose, exports to the U S expanded, and North Atlantic passenger business was strong despite Germany’s repressive laws and Deutchland accident setbacks.

Berlin Hamburg-American Steamships Company United States Germany North Atlantic New York

Judge issues restraining order in Union Pacific stock suits

Judge Lerton of the United States circuit court issued a restraining order in suits between the Harriman and Keane Interests over Union Central and Southern Pacific stock. Keene faction holds about 389 million dollars in Southern Pacific stock, bought for dividends. Union Pacific holds 90,000,600 in Southern Pacific and aims to use funds for betterments rather than dividends. The injunction targets the Union Pacific faction’s proposed course and seeks final court adjudication of the merits.

Cinginnari Lerton United States Circuit Court Harrimann and Keane Union, Central and Southern Pacific Keene-Tavior Southern Pacific Keene Union Pacific

Oil well strikes strong flow at Bau Mann farm Michigan

Miles March 14 At the Baumann farm Nilem Gas and Oil Co struck a fine oil vein at 75 feet depth with flow rivaling oil production. Operations paused for a directors meeting and a decision to shoot the well. Contractor Dabney expects a 45 barrel daily yield.

Miles, Mich Baumann Farm Nilem Gas & Oil Company F. Dabney

Jealous Wife Kills Husband in Kansas City Home

Mrs Julia Sharp shot and killed Jas A Sharp at their Holmes Street home acting from jealousy She fired two shots with the second bullet striking his heart She then tried to kill herself but was stopped by family members

Peoria William Minch Washington Taswell County Adam Oetzel Minch Santa Fe Kansas City Marcel Julia Sharp Jas. A. Sharp Holmes Street

Condition of Mr Day Improves, Family Hopeful

Reports from the head of Justice Day indicate all symptoms remain favorable and no unfavorable developments are seen. The attending physician issued a bulletin stating continued favorable progress as the family remains hopeful for recovery.

Washington, D. C Justice Day

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