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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1903
Page
1
Rome July 11 bulletin reports the pope remained alive after a second procedure to drain endopleural fluid. The operation removed about a liter of bloody serum. afterward his pulse was 92, respiration 28, and temperature 36 C. Kidneys remain functionally deficient and his general state is stationary.
In Rome on July 11 Dr Rossoni and other physicians analyzed the morning serum. The aim was to determine whether the cause of the condition stemmed from tuberculosis or a tumor.
Rome reports a bulletin stating the pope had hours of rest with no suffering and a steady pulse, suggesting pleurisy as the cause of illness. Meanwhile Mgr Volponi, secretary of the consistory, is buried after dying from apoplexy at the Vatican. The pope has not yet been informed of Mgr Volponi’s death.
Corrigan Texas July 11 a shooting left Euu gene McCall 22 a bookkeeper for the Texas Tie and Lumber Company dead after a morning gunfight with R Jackson. Jackson surrendered to the sheriff and no motive is given. The town mourns as McCall had been a promising young man.
Incentive to Peace dispatch reports General Bates informing the war department that nine militia regiments from the middle states and thirty companies of regular troops will assemble at West Point by month’s end for encampment maneuvers and instruction.
Chinese residents of Honolulu order a boycott of the Corea, the steamship running between the mainland and the Orient, after refusing Chinese Americans permission to visit the vessel while docked in port.
The Russian ambassador in London refused to receive a Catholic Herald petition on United States racial injustices. He said the matter is outside his purview and cannot act, with plans to forward the petition directly to St. Petersburg.
Thomas Walsh of Evansville says Evansville riots stem from politics. He accuses black voters of being imported to swing votes and selling them for whiskey. He condemns perceived lawlessness and white residents’ frustrations with courts not enforcing penalties for offenses.
In New Iberia Louisiana Sheriff Henderson and Chief Carter detained a man named Bennie Edwards seen arriving recently and linked to the Sour Lake shooting. He claims railroad work and reports differ. authorities say he may be the Black man wanted for killing brakeman Thompson and tied to a race riot.
A spell ing match in Chautauqua New York with Texas Pennsylvania and New York teams. top honors awarded to H C Krebs Lowmersville New York Miss Marietta Young Dallas Texas and Anna Jackson Port Deposit Michigan.
In Atlanta on July 11 the convention opened with morning prayer meetings in local churches. Delegates gathered in the city for the session of the International Baptist Young People's Union being held there.
The Prince of Wales leads a U. S. squadron visit to the flagship Kearsarge for an inspection voyage. Admirals and officers aboard review procedures and drills aboard the battleship.
The Prince of Wales visited the United States squadron at Spithead aboard the Kearsarge. He breakfasted with Rear Admiral Cotton as ships dressed in rainbow colors fired twenty one gun salutes. Attending were Ambassador Choate, Lord Selborne, King Edward and President Roosevelt toasted.
Admiral Von Koester has given notice of appeal against the revised two and a half year fortress sentence for Naval Ensign Russner over a salute incident involving King Artilleryman Hartman. The appeal follows a unanimous newspaper demand across parties.
Port Arthur reports Russia sent word to China that foreigners will be excluded from Manchuria and the opening of Manchurian ports postponed due to espionage by disguise among English and American nationals. The ports are said to reopen six years hence after stabilization.
Lake Charles La July 14 Bailing continued yesterday at the Edgewood well of the Louisiana Land and Oil Company after two weeks of hard rock drilling. The depth reached is 2350 feet.
In Dallas county near Garland, July 13, John Williamson, a Black man from South Texas who arrived three weeks ago, was shot twice in the head by Charles Nash, a prominent white farmer. Nash was released on bail set at $500 by Justice Tysinger.
Four boys aged 8 to 16 in Harrisburg have died from tetanus following slight Fourth of July wounds. Officials report the cases occurred since yesterday, highlighting dangerous infection risks after minor injuries.
Rome reports the pope had a restless night and awoke at 5 50 am before slipping back into a heavy sleep at 7 30 am. The brief bulletin notes lingering agitation but offers no new medical details.
A Rome dispatch at midnight reports the pope sinking rapidly with relatives summoned and the pontiff said to be unconscious again.
In Granger Texas on July 14 a loaded wagon toppled from a startled team. George L. Roberts, a farmer, fell from the wagon and broke his neck, dying within minutes near Dr. Gidney’s farm two miles west of town where a Storrs thresher was at work.
In Barbourville Kentucky on July 14 a posse of eight Clay county negroes attacked a country store raid. Deputy sheriff pursued them and a gun battle followed with twenty shots fired. One negro was dangerously wounded.
A burial service was held this afternoon at Bartlett Cemetery with Masonic honors. The observance included fraternal ceremony and local attendees paying respects to the deceased.
John Terrell, a wealthy farmer near Petroleum, killed his son in law Melvin Wolfe with a double barreled shotgun as Wolfe lay in a doctor's office ready for leg amputation. Earlier Wolfe had scorned Terrell and faced a support suit. Terrell fired on the crowd before surrendering to the sheriff.
A fire alarm at Sour Lake Texas July 13 after a gasoline stove explosion destroyed a tent on Fannin street. A gunshot hit Taylor Hall a Houston carpenter in the neck and he was reported with good recovery chances. The shooter was not captured. witnesses said the pistol fired accidentally.
A severe rain and wind storm hit East Baltimore yesterday afternoon. Within four blocks fifty houses lost their roofs and trees were uprooted. Debris filled streets and about 300 people lost homes, seeking shelter nearby. Property damage estimated at $100000.
In Clarksville Texas an ex justice of the peace from Halesboro is reportedly the father of a newborn born to his 17 year old daughter. The father has fled his home and authorities seek him as locals react with shock.
John Tobin of the Marble Cutters reports to the Central Federation Labor union that employers in Greater New York locked out 1600 marble workers to push acceptance of an arbitration plan.
Messrs. Z. H. Jones and T. P. Woodward announce the dissolution of the partnership Jones & Woodward, who ran a Front street livery in Yoakum Texas, and state the business will be continued by T. P. Woodward.
Beeville Texas July 13 The county has largely recovered from the flood effects. Malls and trains now run regularly, roads are being repaired and commerce moves along at a prosperity rate. With hot dry weather the year may prove banner for the county.
In Smithville Texas on July 12 Frank Dalton a 16 year old colored boy was shot and killed by Pearl Williams with a pistol. The shooting is claimed accidental and Williams was arrested as the case is investigated.
In St. Petersburg on July 13 the Kishinev relief committee reports receipts of 192,000 roubles from America and 363,700 roubles from Russia. Future expenditures are estimated at at least 350,000 roubles.
Reagan Texas board of trustees elects G. A. Pringle as principal and Dave Davis Irma Hagens as assistants for the coming school year.
New York records two more lockjaw deaths linked to Fourth of July fireworks. Walter Graham, a five year old from Mount Vernon, suffered a head wound from a blank cartridge explosion. Dr George C Weiss, with twelve physicians present, opened the skull and injected antitoxin, the jaw relaxed and he began recovery within an hour.
Fall River Mass on July 13 reports Antone Pullet aged 12 died last night of lockjaw from a pistol accident. Exeter N H records July 13 as John Dobson aged 13 died from a shot wound on the 4th leading to lockjaw. Cincinnati Ohio dated July 13 notes Charles Dodreska as the fifth toy tools victim, death details unclear.
Charles R. Hudson arrived in San Antonio on July 13 as the newly elected president of the San Antonio and Aransas Pass road and will assume control today. He refused to discuss policy or the road's affairs when questioned last night.
George McCluskey of Blum, Texas, a prominent local businessman, was staying in Cleburne after missing a Fort Worth connection. In his sleep he climbed out a second story window and sustained fatal injuries, dying today in Blum.
Battle Abbey in Richmond, Virginia, moves toward construction as General Clement A. Evans reports the Confederate Memorial Association treasury holds 16470 dollars more than enough to begin work. The official letter notes total funds at 164,470 dollars.
A cloud burst in the Little Blue area south of Hastings Nebraska drenched the region with nearly eight inches of rain. Property damage runs high and many cattle drowned as campers on the river barely escaped the rising waters.
The Baptist church in Kenedy Texas was struck by lightning on Saturday, riddling the cupola and shingles and damaging other parts of the building.
Gainesville Texas July 13 Lint Lockhard 23 a prominent young businessman shot and killed himself at 3 80 oclock yesterday morning. No motive given. Funeral services held today at 3 30 p m.
The new church of the Methodist congregation south of Glenwood was dedicated yesterday morning. Bishop Key of Sherman delivered the dedicatory sermon as the building has just been completed.
Sabine Texas reports arrival of Tug J. N. Gilbert with barge Spindle Top from Morgan City and departure of Tug J. G. Gilbert with barge Spindle Top bound for Paterson.
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