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Newspaper
Mills County Tribune
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1903
Page
5
A newly patented aerial structure with three tracks carries a regulation sailboat. Wind propulsion drives the craft along, simulating waves and sailing maneuvers. The boat tilts and tacks as it travels, offering the excitement of ocean sailing without water danger.
Colonial Secretary Chamberlain announced in the House that British operations in Sokoto and Kano, culminating in the capture of the emir of Kaho, added 100000 square miles to Northern Nigeria under colonial administration. Details describe a 560-strong force with four guns and four Maxims repelling about 6009 enemy soldiers amid hard marching and dawn engagement.
Ressia explains troop movements in Manchuria and Russian reassurances quell travel barriers. Plancon announces Manchuria is open to foreign travel with passports no longer required. About 500 Russian soldiers left New Chwang and the same number later returned. The returning force used forts as resting places en route to the southern peninsula.
Milwaukee dispatch reports Grover Cleveland will not seek the Democratic nomination. The statement comes from William J. Vilas, secretary of the interior and a close friend, who recently visited Princeton and spent days with Cleveland and has since corresponded with him.
Edinburgh enjoyed a holiday atmosphere as King Edward and Queen Alexandra were greeted by immense crowds from Dalkeith Castle to Holyrood Palace. They held a court and a levee, the first in the historic palace for eighty years, and received several public addresses on arrival.
MINNEAPOLIS Minnesota William H. Johnson superintendent of the poor farm during the Ames administration was found guilty by a jury of misappropriating 150 of city funds. Sentencing set for Wednesday with appeal possible. Johnson had received appointment from Mayor Ames and later served under the former mayor.
Armenian revolutionary bands have entered the districts of Bayazid and Susun in Armenia, coming from Russia to intensify their activity in the region. The influx suggests growing unrest and organized efforts against authorities in the border area.
Washington officials report increased Russian garrison in New Chwang Manchuria with confirmation from agents in China The state department weighs a joint step with Japan and England or alternative approach depending on President Roosevelt's approval Secretary Hay wires him from California as tensions rise over Manchuria events and Russia’s stance while Pekin dispatches hint at a partial withdrawal then return to city limits.
Senator Gerard Pulecio argues in Correo Nacional that Panama’s canal must be built by the United States if Colombia cannot, contending renewal of the concession is legal and Colombia must have sovereignty recognition to secure eventual control. He warns no company or European power will fund the venture after De Lesseps failure.
Wellington Kansas Samuel Fox a wealthy farmer was killed in his pasture when a bull gored him His body was crushed and mangled in the incident reported from Wellington Kansas authorities stated the accident occurred early today on his farm near the city
The United States government reports a new outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Argentina, leading to export bans on Argentinian animals. Secretary Wilson warns of serious impacts on livestock if the disease spreads to open ranges, and a Massachusetts outbreak prompts renewed quarantines. Rhode Island also tightens controls after destroying infected livestock and disinfecting premises.
Vienna reports official mood improves sharply between Turkey and Bulgaria after twenty four hours with expectations of war fading. Porte reportedly withdrew note to Bulgaria and Constantinople calm returns. Despite serious Turkish grievances, rulers see unlikely victory from war and avoid risk of ruin. Also notes Callao finds damaged equipment of engineers’ mob attack in Hong Kong.
Washington reports the Turkish government apologizes to Bulgarian diplomats for domiciliary police visits in Constantinople last week, with about sixty Bulgarians arrested and Bulgarian secretary’s papers seized. The Bulgarian agent threatens to leave unless satisfaction is given. Reports note Bulgarian revolutionaries attempted an attack at Monastir but were thwarted. Salonica hosts ten warships as a siege tightens. Bulgarian revolutionary leaders risk escalation. Consular dispatches allege Turkish forces murder Christians in Monastir suburbs. Macedonian leader Delicheff reportedly killed near Florina.
Philadelphia reports an outbreak of spotted fever also called spinal meningitis among 1,209 recruits aboard the receiving ships Minneapolis and Puritan at League Island navy yard. Three have died and five more are critically ill or near death.
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