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Newspaper
Iowa Citizen
Location
Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1903
Page
18
Havana March 22 President Palma issues a call for an extraordinary Cuban senate session on March to ratify the Reciprocity Treaty as amended by the United States senate. Mirada's reply says Roosevelt not authorized to extend time, and ratification before March 33 is the only way to save the treaty.
In Stockholm on March 22 the rigsdag debated Nordic aid with the minister of agriculture noting that relief funds were insufficient by 258 000 plus an additional 28 000 already coming from American sources. The Quinteter welcomed Swedes in America supporting the homeland while others rejected further subscriptions from other nations. The minister rejected sensational depictions in American papers as humiliating to Sweden.
Berlin March 23 The director of the colonial office Dr Stenbel told Socialists that slavery is being abolished in German Africa and that in a measurable time it will be totally extinguished. He cited progress and steps toward emancipation by German authorities.
Bead KE argues slavery must end everywhere and rejects charges that German colonial rule is more costly than British and French. The article notes settlers and traders did colonization with minimal administration as civilization advanced. It reports a first $187,990 installment for the East African railroad to extend to Mombo.
A Halifax incident centers on Russian guard Thomas Jacobatez accused of taking money from detained immigrants to aid escapes from the immigrant hospital. Authorities say he confessed to conspiring with others to smuggle people into the United States.
In Cleveland on March 23 a clash between union and non union iron workers on the Seneca street bridge left about a dozen injured. Police arrived after a riot call as twenty five men fought with bricks and clubs until officers quelled the disturbance.
The Hagus reports former Orange Free State president Steyn is ill in Clarence Switzerland. He suffers from insomnia and has fainting fits, causing anxiety among residents and observers.
At the closing session the senate passed a resolution previously approved by the house protesting admission of Arizona and New Mexico to joint statehood under any circumstances. Also a classified line notes sale of 1,500 fence posts at We and a few brief local references.
Caracas reports President Castro resigns placing the presidency in Congress president’s hands after his message. Secretary Hay in Washington doubts Venezuelan congress will accept. Bowen and Sternberg react with concern over potential impact on Washington talks and the pending Venezuelan controversy.
The article notes that Italian and British ambassadors share views with Sternberg Bowen, who has not yet been officially advised of Castro’s reception. Bowen expects resignation not to affect ongoing negotiations. A silver loving cup, dated Feb 14 1963, honors Herbert W. Bowen of New York for his support amid Venezuelan gratitude.
Paris, March 23. Premier Combes refused to fix a date for denouncing the Concordat but said the day is not near and that it would be respected while it exists. The government would keep the Concordat only if clergy stay out of politics. A confidence vote passed 183 to 65 and a motion to cut credits for the ministry and public worship failed.
President Roosevelt says his forthcoming western journey is not political and aims to meet the people and honor last fall’s pledge when doctors advised postponement. Secretary Root notes local arrangements are handled by congressmen in their districts.
News from Victoria B C reports that Roman Catholic missionaries in North China arm themselves as Boxers mass along Yapgtz and concentrate near Chanking. Telegrams from Kaikiang warn the situation is critical with possible attacks on Kweiel, the provincial capital, amid rebel activity.
Haron Von Demburche Haddenhausen arrived to assume duties as first secretary at the German embassy succeeding Count Von Quai. Berlin cables that Minister Von Holleben will return to present his recall letter by May, and Sternburg will immediately succeed as ambassador.
In Delton Baraboo on March 23 a lightning strike struck the G A R Ball during a card game. Veterans John Murray William Truman Moses Crane G E Adams and Mathew Ritter were knocked to the floor. Ritter suffered a head gash and was dangerously stunned others also injured but expected to recover.
South Bend March 21 Notre Dame university awards the Laetare medal for 1903 to Charles J Bonaparte a Baltimore lawyer and phil anthropist. The ceremony recognizes humanitarian effort despite lesser known fame.
St Paul March 23 The Grey Western and the trainmen committee have reached a wage agreement. Freight conductors and trainmen get a 16 percent raise, passenger conductors and brakemen 12 percent, with yard workers in smaller yards placed on a lower scale.
The settlement cited here promises a quick accord with the Northern Pacific Great Northern and Omaha lines after terms favoring lower costs than those in St Paul, signaling decisive progress toward resolving the dispute.
Jefferson City March 23 the house declares L L Page a newspaper correspondent in contempt for refusing to reveal to the investigation committee how he obtained a $1000 bill he changed at a bank here Speaker White Cotton issues a writ of commitment to the county jail for Page and Senate Clerk Hickox who is also ordered imprisoned the sergeant at arms took them to jail
The executive committee of the National Association of Amateurists plans the annual regatta for August 14 and 13 on the Worcester Massachusetts course. The association lists 155 clubs and 27 169 members with property valued at 20 006 000.
Dense clouds of reddish smoke continue to issue from Mont Pelee crater as Soufriere remains highly active. Reports from Pointe a Pitre and Kingstown note ongoing volcanic emissions and increased activity at both volcanoes.
The 1500 workers at American Shipbuilding in Lorain Ohio reached a settlement. The employer recognizes the kyborera union and grants an average 10 percent wage rise, ending the walkout.
Cairo reports Chief of Police Bryan Stanley aged 11 was fatally shot by 19 year old George Aaron after Stanley ordered him to keep quiet. Aaron was arrested.
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