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Jackson Herald

Location

Jackson, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1903

Page

3

Washington House Adopts Brief Adjournment After Long Tariff Talk

The House adjourned after a 16 hour session devoted mainly to tariff debate. Members quizzed the Speaker on a thirty minute “talk” allowance guiding debate while Armond and others clustered around committee appointments and party representation questions. The scene mixed humor and pointed critique as lawmakers navigated procedural clashes.

Washington House Payne Willams Mayne Speaser New York Mishtissippi Athenanimous Miaseuri Mir Willitte Minincippi Mr. Gaines Tentessee Thall Polley

Mitchell Peabody confer over strike settlement

Jo4nn Mitchell and Gov Peabody held a Sunday conference amid a persistent strike. Mitchell warned the strike would continue, while Peabody said he would tolerate science but would deploy troops if provoked. Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the talks and pledged to pursue mutual understanding. Mitchell then left for Chicago to attend a miners conference.

Peaver Colo Mitchell Peabody Bonday Chicago

Eight Hour Bill Endorsement Move by Industrial Group

Davion and others at a meeting of the executive committee of the American Industrial Association urged Congress to endorse the eight hour bill when it comes up for consideration. The group proposed restraining all members of employers associations linked to the national body and placing the union table on output. A plan was outlined to establish a national information bureau to tabulate records of lawbreakers and undesirable workers.

Senator Josée Le Jewell arraigned in Kansas City court

In Kansas City Missouri Senator Josée Le Jewell faced arraignment on alleged soliciting and brie in commerce. He pleaded not guilty and posted a bond of 1000. The bond was signed by Banjwell Scott, former postmaster of Konsac City, and Jewell was released. Case set for February hearing.

Kansad City Josée le Jewell Jefferson City Banjwell Scott Konsac City Jewell

Tokugawa Named President of House of Peers

In Tokio Prince Tokugawa is elected president of the House of Peers while Konoe, the progressive leader, is chosen president of the House of Representatives.

Tokio Tokugawa House of Peers Konoe House of Representatives

Burglars Hit Hammond Post Office in Night Raid

Decatur reports burglars entered the Hammond Post Office Wednesday night. With prior burglaries in mind, patrons had deposited valuables in the local bank, but the thieves escaped with only four cents in small change.

Decatur Hammond

Salem couple marks golden anniversary in Salem

Mr and Mrs Samuel 8 Chance Trenday celebrated their golden anniversary tracing back to their Salem wedding on December 1 1853 an event noted by local friends and family in the community.

Salem Samuel Chance Trenday

Washington inters thirty Nevada soldiers at Arlington

The bodies of thirty Nevada soldiers killed in the Philippines were interred Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery with impressive ceremonies. The transports Sumner brought the remains to the United States for burial.

Washington Philippines National Cemetery Arlington Sumner

Versailles Mos Corn Show at Morgan County Farmers Institute

The corn show at Versailles in Mos Morgan County Farmers Institute drew a large crowd Tuesday. Seventy seven entries competed in the car contest with eleven prizes awarded.

Versailles Mos Morgan County Farmers’ Institute

San Domingo Asks for Recognition from United States

The provisional government of Santo Domingo sent an official request in Washington for U.S. recognition. terms require honoring prior administrations’ agreements, previous court rulings, concessions to Clyde Steamship Co, and rights to establish at strategic points. failure would block recognition. Three revolutions are noted in the country, led by Morales and others in Monte Christo and the south.

San Domingo United States Powell Improvement Company of New York Rowe and Bath Mint Clyde Steamehly Company Washington Senor Galvan Wor Y Gil Santo Daomingro Eppresiiontie Santo Domingo Mahan Ron Oselone Santo Trimingo Morales Monte Christo Bowly Jimines Straiger Teland

Flood Submerges Venice and a Treaty Signed

Flood waters surround Venice harming St Mark's Square with four foot depths inside the cathedral. Gondolas move between shops as bridges weaken. Meanwhile the Jamaica treaty with the United States is signed by Junta members after discussion. Admiral Walker arrives with Senor Esprilin aboard the cnoco train. Hays statement on Panama policy criticized in Bogota papers as lacking fidelity.

Venten Venter Cathedral of St. Mark Cris Dt United States Junta K. G. Walker Senor Esprilin Janta Walker Hay Hiogota Hays Roosevelt Panama Bogota

Barber Pierry Reestoker in Jail After Shooting Man

In Greenville Alabama on Sunday barber Pierry Reestoker shot Charles Griffith three times during a dispute over race. Griffith, who is described as colored, was uninjured as one round was stopped by a metal plate. two others missed. Reestoker is jailed on a charge of assault with intent to murder.

Greenville Pierry Reestoker Charles Griffith Grifith Hie Wan Ponders

Seard Delay In Drainage Canal Case Testimony

Indefinite postponement of testimony in the enann case before a United States Commissioner follows the seard of ex Congressman Springer who was chief counsel for Illinois in the drainage canal litigation between Illinois and Missouri.

Chicago Springer State of Ilinois State of Missouri Enann United States Right

Vienna professor argues Britain must seize Tibet to save India

In Die Zelt Professor Vamberg warns that a British expedition to Tibet could trigger international complications. He contends Britain must acquire Tibet unless it wishes to imperil India, framing Tibet as essential to British imperial strategy.

Vienna Vamberg Die Zelt Theng Great Britain India

Earthquake Shocks Felt in St Elmo Illinois

Two minor earthquakes were recorded in St Elmo Illinois on Wednesday with the first at eight o'clock. Windows and doors rattled as a rumbling shock passed through the town.

St. Elmo

Nelson Convicted of Murder in Effingham County

Hwi nelson convicted of murder in Cumberland County Court Wednesday for the May killing of Charles Hawked. The Moccasin residents were involved in the case. Nelson received a twenty five year sentence to the state penitentiary.

Effingham, UI Moses Tipsaword Charles Hawked Moccasin Cumberland County

Nevada Voters Approve 300000 Bond for City Waterworks

In Nevada the proposition to issue 300,000 bonds for a municipal waterworks plant was carried Tuesday by a two thirds majority, enabling construction of the new utility system for the city.

Nevada Mos

Strube Confesses Henninger Murder to His Captors

Macon Mayoralty police report Fred Straube, 20, confessed to killing Alice Henninger near Topeka after a love triangle with the victim. He detailed meeting at a social, the drive, the assault with a monkey wrench, dragging the body to the river, and his subsequent travel through Illinois and Missouri before returning to Macon. He claimed deep jealousy and love driven by fear of losing Henninger. He faces possible restitution and a $1,400 reward.

Mise Henninger Lgve Manop City John Deere Déere Ale Eid Mine Henninger Henninger Strabe Fred York Systeter Nic California Wina Speingiett Peoria Lutheran Church the Cave James Stub Mieseurl

Zion City receivers named after Dowie debt saga

Chicago creditors secured a federal court appointment of Fred M. Bloninit and Albert J. Carter as receivers for Zion City to manage Dowie’s church headquarters assets. Bonds set at $100,000. bankruptcy claims accuse Dowie of insolvency and a preferential payment to Streeter Lumber Co. on November 2.

Chicago Alexander Dole New York Dowie Zion Chey Dowie’s Fred M. Bloninit Chicago National Bank Albert J. Carter Boutell Judee Kohisant United States Dietriet Court Dowte Streeter Lumber Company Dowle Christian Catholic Church Zion City Wee and Candy Industries Stevenson Race Salse Renenty Lake County

New Farmer's Alliance Organizes Nationwide Cooperation

Chicago reports formation of a national farmers alliance with whites to control food distribution and eliminate middlemen profits. A 5,000 member comittee from local associations will unite under a central body, hire HQ in Calenzio, and coordinate with farmers societies to form one business corporation. Officers include Robert Lined blom chair, L B Day, J N Goines, and W F Hendricks.

Chicago Waslesan Weissentay Agsooclathone Hreghout

Senate routine session and Panama note

Washington reports the Senate adjourned after a brief routine session on Friday. The House convened briefly with Members Hunter and Nevin sworn in, and Representative Livernik introduced a joint resolution clarifying United States intent regarding the terms of Panama and affirming no aim to impair Colombian sovereignty or back Panama against Colombia.

Washington Senate House Hunter Nevin Ohio Mon Bers Representative Livernik California Tenn Mus Panama United States Colombia

Washington Judge William Springer Dies at 60

Judge William Springer a Democratic representative in the lower House from Ulingle died at his home Friday morning at age 60 from pneumonia contracted on Thanksgiving in Chicago. The Forty fourth Congress had been meeting when his death occurred.

Washington William Springer Congress Ulingle Tach Springer Chicago

Foreign office nerves in London over Japan policy

London dispatch from the St Petersburg correspondent notes increased nervousness in foreign office circles. Some express disappointment that Japan has refused to handle under Ridin, while others fear Russia may concede to avoid war.

London St. Petersburg Hallway Telegraph Kven Japan Riedin Russia

New Haven Appeal Filed Over Probate of W J Ryan Will

In New Haven Connecticut counsel for Willan J Ryan executor of Philo Menger’s will filed a Superior Court appeal against Probate Judge Cleveland’s ruling that a sealed letter to Revan and family be excluded from probate. The case will be heard in January alongside an appeal by Mrs Hennett widow challenging Judge Cleveland’s decision to admit certain sections of the will naming Bryan as executor and denying funds trust for college scholarlships.

New Haven Conn Willan J.ryan Philo 3 Menger Superior Court Cleveland Jwo Revan Moldel Hennett Bryan College Scholumelipa

Washington fraud case targets St Louis employment bureau

Washington postal investigators Thursday joined a fraud order against the St Louis employment bureau and its manager P Tre. He awaits trial on a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses. The bureau in the Porszont building Ninth and Chestnut offered World’s Fare jobs to distant-state applicants.

Washington Poat Officer Department St. Louie Employment Bureau P. Tre Employment Bureau Porszont Building Ninth and Chestnut Streets

Blacksmithing Dept Fire Hits Parlin Orenndorf Plant

Canton Ohio reports a blaze in the blacksmithing department of Parlin Orenndorf Plow Manufacturing Company burning Friday. Loss pegged at 80000 dollars but the plant will continue operations without delay as all shifts remain fully manned.

Canton Parlin & Orenndorf Piow Manufacturing Company

Quarantine Laredo Lifted in Nueces County Texas

Corpus Christi reports the Nueces County quarantine against Laredo was raised at noon Friday. The first regular train since September 16 arrived over the Texas Mexican at 6 p.m.

Corpus Christi Tex Nueces County Laredo

Change of Venue Denied in Farmington Murder Case

P McCarver who shot and killed Harry Lett on November 21 was denied a change of venue by Judge Anthony. The case will proceed to trial here on January 18 before Judge Doering in the district court. McCarver is held without bail.

Farmington, Mo P. McCarver Harry Lett Anthony Doering Disatriet McCarver

Taylorville Youth Shot Dead in Hunting Mishap

Taylorville youth Burley Mercer, age 17, was shot and killed instantly Sunday by companion Edward Nora while out hunting. The accidental discharge severed the jugular vein and windpipe, ending Mercer’s life. Local authorities investigated the incident and mourners gathered as the community sought answers and safety reminders.

Taylorville Uss Burley Mercer Edward Nora

Blair Bond in Forgery Indictments at St Louis

James L Blair former World’s Fair general counsel stood before Judge Daniel G Taylor as two indictments for forgery in the first degree were returned by the grand jury Blair appeared with counsel at the Four Courts and posted bonds of 6000 each The cases involve forged deeds tied to the Blow estate a misappropriation claim of 352000 and related testimony from Blair associate Roberts and others in Philadelphia and St Louis events followed including injuries to Blair and delays in the investigation

St. Louisa James JL. Blair Daniel G. Taylor Blair Taylor James A. Seddon John ¥. Lee Mullan Phy Howphal T James T Roberts Roberta Dick Bros & Cie Philadelphia St. Louis Hapbeyts Hee Hall KH. Mek George & Graham Oattorney St. Louie Teremilaettiios Jey Wale Tin Kiviwood Robert

Barrett Receives Five Years For Aiding Frauds

Thomas E Barrett and co defendants Dolan Garrett were convicted in the United District Court on November 15 of aiding and abetting fraudulent Wirral frauds. Barrett was sentenced to five years hard labor in the penitentiary and fined $1.00. His attorney noted an appeal. Judge Adams set bond at 20000 and released Barrett. Dolan Garrett and others had prior sentences of five years, with appeals pending.

Louie. Thoms Dyer Adams Harreth PLC Murphy Murray Carleton M. Shavennessy Juge Adams Barrett Field Net Garrett Dolan Garnett Adame Shose

Washington drives push to expel Reed Smoot from Senate

The national congress of women life and other women's organizations of the United States opened its meeting in Washington to urge Reed Smoot of Utah be expelled from the United States Senate. Delegates from various groups gathered in the city for the event.

Washington National Congress of Women's Life United

Manhat tan Fire Insurance chief on trial for funds misuse

Daniel Myers of Cleveland Ohio president of the Manhattan Fire Insurance Company was placed on trial Wednesday afternoon charged with misappropriating funds of the company. The case centers on alleged improper use of company money and awaits a verdict.

New York Daniel Myers Cleveland Ohio Manhattan Fire Insurance Company

Russians Supplant Chinese Officials at Mukden

London telegram reports Ti Raw sians expelled Chinese officials from the Mukden treasury on Sunday and installed themselves in the l ines.

London The Daily Mails Tien Tin Ti Raw Sians Mukden

Chicago Music Figure Frederick Gleason Dead at 84

Frederick Grant Gleason, director of the Chicago Auditorium Conservatory, died here Sunday from acute pneumonia. Born in Hartford, Connecticut in 1840, he was one of the most celebrated American composers.

Chicago Frederick Grant Gleason Chicago Auditorium Conservatory Prof Gleason Hartford Conn

Fire devastates Auburn town near Bowling Green

A Sunday blaze in Auburn Kentucky, a town of about 90 residents eighteen miles south of Bowling Green, caused an estimated loss of 75000 dollars. The fire’s origin is unknown and very little insurance coverage is reported.

Bowling Green Auburn

Leavitt injured after trap overturns in Humaneville

Humaneville Missouri Wm H Leavitt son in law of William Jennings Bryan was injured Thursday afternoon when a trap overturned. Leavitt suffered a fractured arm while his wife survived with minor bruises and both were thrown from the trap.

Humaneville Wm.h. Leavitt Wm. J. Bryan

Wenona Judge Gregg Suffering Pneumonia at Home

Marshall County judge Gregg, known for his service in Wenona, is reported ill at his home with pneumonia. Local medical staff monitor his condition as the community prays for a swift recovery.

Wenona Gregg Marshall County Bench

Premier of Spain Tenders Resignation

After Thursday's ministerial council Marquis Villa Verde the premier went to the palace and tendered the cabinet's resignation to King Alfonso.

Spain Madrid Marquis Villaverde Alfonso

Domestic Science A sso ci ation elects officers in Virginia district

The Domestic Science Association of Virginia's 26th congressional district elected officers on Wednesday. Mrs. Wills Davis was chosen president, Mrs. Henry Hunt the vice president, and Miss Nellie Robertson secretary treasurer.

Virginia Domestic Science Association of the 26Th Congressional District Wills Davis Mra Henry Hunt Mise Nellie Robertson

Reduction in wage rate hits 11,000 workers in nation

Joliet Illinois Wednesday workers at the Wire Raftle United States Sine! Company face a wage cut from six to one per cent affecting about 11 000 men across the country.

Joliet United States Sine! Company

Confession Ties Husband to Hatchet Attack in Mount Sterling

In Mount Sterling, Martha Fowler confessed, in the presence of Sheriff Grover and others, that A W Barrows urged her to kill Mrs Mary Barrows with a hatchet to gain property. She described instructions given to burn clothes and hide the weapon, and noted Barrows had previously planned the crime. Barrows awaits trial as he is held on related charges. Mary Barrows recovers from injuries.

Mount Sterling Sherif Grover Ward Mareau George Martha Fowler Mary Barrows A. W. Barrows Fowler Manny United States Generer Mr Barrows Mont Sterting Parrows

John Mitchell Fails to Settle Strike

Trinidad Coles President Mitchell enid Thuttredaw To can not fall when or how the strike Will etd Our organization 208000 strong cannot be driven from Colorado Men seek higher pay better hours and safer conditions as WILKE and owners plan to reject any proposals from United mine workers Actions imply a decisive stance by mine owners and leaders.

Trinidad Coles Mitchell Enid Colorado Wilke Oferatores Mr. Chappell Alieetell Liles Ced

Jackson Captain Witness Faces Mock Welcome in Jackson

Captain B. H. J. Ewen, the principal witness against White and Jett in Breathite County, walked through Jackson streets on Friday. Soldiers recalled from duty greeted him with cheers while spectators doubted his safety and feared potential retaliation.

Jackson BH. J. Ewen White Jett Breathite County

Missouri high court division to hear motions and opinions

Jefferson City Missouri division two of the state supreme court will meet Wednesday morning to rule on motions and issue opinions. It is unclear if there will be an opinion in the bribery case, but several other important opinions are expected. There is speculation that the Butler cane may be acted upon at the session.

Beardstown Hilinore Gunes Jeffereon City Missouri State Supreme Coutrt

Alleged outlaw wounded by railroad employee in tower

William Howardeon of Williamson West Virginia, an alleged outlaw, was fatally wounded by Mies Katie Rowbough a 26 year old telegraph operator for the Norfolk and Western railroad at Thacker. She fired four revolver shots, two hitting Howardeon in the chest, after entering the tower where she was alone.

Katy extension to Ada to be turned over Thursday

The Katy is to hand over the Coulgar to Ada extension to the operating department on Thursday. A mixed train will be put on with three stations at Ow!, Stonewall, and Ada.

Ardmore 1. T Katy Coulgar Ada Stonewall

Glasgow speed trials show Liber tad at 20.3 knots

Speed trials of the Liber tad and sister ship Conttitution, recently sold to Great Britain by the Chilean Government, averaged 20.3 knots per hour, indicating the vessel’s strong performance and prompting praise for its sailing capabilities.

Glasgow Libertad Conttitution Great Britain

Day night denial on employment discrimination claim

In Indianapolis Indiana DM party Tes day night denied that the Citizens' Industrial Association of America will make any effort to discriminate in the employment of labor.

Indianapolis Ind Citizens’ Industrial Association of America

Roosevelt urged to protect Telluride miners rights

President Roosevelt received a telegram from the executive board of the Western Federation of Miners urging protection for miners ordered to quit the Telluride district in Colorado under threat of imprisonment. The note stresses civil rights and timely government action in the dispute involving labor and mining interests.

Washington Roosevelt The Western Federation of Miners Telluride Colorado

Wenona Catholic Parochial School Dedicated

Catholics formally dedicated a new 920,000 parochial school building in Wenona Wendn NL. Ceremonies were led by Blebop Spalling of Peoria.

Wendn Peoria

Washington Mourns Helen Douglass Widow of Frederick Douglass

Helen Douglass widow of the famed Frederick Douglass dies in Washington on Tuesday at age five.

Washington Helen Douglass Frederick Douglass

Small Boy With Brains Wins Job At Hardware Store

A hardware dealer recalls hiring a sharp young job seeker who sorted brass screws and tacks by using a magnet. The boy quickly proved clever, attracting iron to separate tacks from screws and earning a steady wage the next Saturday.

Nelsons Wish Realized Portraits The Death of Nelson

Nelson meets Henjarin West on a voyage eve and jokes about a Death of Wolfe scene. The artist paints The Death of Nelson days later after pushing aside wax and glass in a tense moment.

Ambiguous World of Fancy Music and Stage Charms

A fragmented piece describes a sextet of performers in a distant mermaid tale of theater and song. Vivid stage imagery blends magic and whimsy with imagined names, orchestral flourishes, and a parade of fantastical scenes.

Tear Chemistry Across Races Echoes Old Stereotypes

A dated note claims eye tears from white and African individuals share water, salt, soda and mucus but differ by phosphate of soda and a trace of ammonia. The text then vague ly compares Eskimo and pioneer tears, using dubious racial generalizations and faulty scientific jargon.

Not a Club of New Women

Frank R Stockton visits Boston and is invited to speak to a well known women’s club. A member hints the club is not for new women while Stockton politely answers that he would not call them an old club either.

Frank R. Stockton Boston Humoriat Tam

Microbes on Bank Billa In overheard bank talk

A patron overhears a comical exchange among two Black customers in a Washington bank line. They discuss microbes in money and reference Mistah Russell Sage’s age, with one humorously doubting disease spread through banknotes.

John Allen Washington Billy Mistah Russell Sage

The Woman In Politica and the Question of Tarnmany

The District Attorney Jerome explains the political state to a group of women. He pauses as one asks sharply what Tarnmany is and what kind of man he represents, seeking a plain assessment of his character.

Jerome New York Times

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