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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1900
Page
1
Reports say Salson, an anarchist once in Paris, attacked the Shah of Persia and disappeared in 1895. Officials cite a possible widespread anarchist plot as Berlin and London note royal murder fears and tougher measures.
In Oskaloosa Iowa on August 3 a young man named Lambourn was arrested after forgery charges. He and alleged partners posed as Washington agricultural officials gathering farm data then forged promissory notes from completed forms. Jerry F. Fyerett testified. Everett and Brantner alerted banks and authorities, leading to Lambourn’s arrest and jail pending trial.
The remains of an elderly veteran, identified as John C. Miller of Woolstock Minnesota, were found beside the Milwaukee track in Mason City with a bullet wound to the head and a revolver nearby. A Milwaukee rail ticket to Arlington Iowa was found in his pocket. Authorities, noting GA R attire and age about 65, await developments as they investigate possible self-inflicted death.
American yachts from White Bear Yacht Club Minneapolis battle Royal St Lawrence Yacht Club Montreal on Lake St Louis for the international small yacht cup. Races underway with finish expected tomorrow and Americans seen as strong contenders.
Grant Reed, a Black man convicted of murdering his wife and father in law at Haywood in Madison County, faces execution in the Luray jail today after two prior death sentences and a new trial granted once by the Supreme Court and denied on his latest appeal.
Assistant Engineer W S Smith ordered to Cavite station sailed from San Francisco for Manila today. He is expected to return to the United States in December.
United States training ship Chesapeake arrived Aug. 1 at Newport, Rhode Island and departed this morning for Boston.
Harriet Synder five fell fifteen feet into the City of Milwaukee steam well off Chicago. An engine oiler pulled her from the beam’s path before the swing descended. The child suffered serious burns and injuries from heated oil but was saved from machinery harm by the quick act.
Dubuque Iowa Aug 3 during a severe storm Wednesday the barn belonging to John Healy near Farley was struck by lightning and in a few moments property valued at 5600 was destroyed Healy had just finished getting in his hay and small grain There was no insurance.
The Columbus Grand Circuit meet closed today with nearly $35,000 in prizes paid in trotting and pacing events since opening. Most horses driven in Cleveland last week competed here for the purses.
Oak Harbor Ohio August 3 The six day Oak Harbor Camp Meeting Association gathering opened at Locust Point with about 8000 people in attendance. Rev C S Baron of Toledo leads the program amid several noted speakers.
The twenty third annual Connecticut Commercial Travelers Association meeting opens in Norwich with C B Nichols of Bridgeport as president and speaker for the day and presiding officer of the festivities.
Amos B. Smith, a Black man, convicted of murdering Sadie James on Orchard Street last Thanksgiving Day, will be hanged in the Baltimore jail today. A special force of deputies will surround the jail during the execution.
Port Carling Ontario August 3 The annual meeting of the American Association opened today at Muskoka Lake near Port Carling with a large turnout of enthusiasts. The gathering will run through August 15 and focus on canal sport interests.
Seven American missionaries and families reached Troitzkosovsk in southern Siberia after fleeing Pekin ahead of the siege. They endured privations as Russian cossacks cornered and rescued them in the desert crossing toward safety.
Trinity M E church approved at the quarterly conference to create a large institutional church in Chicago modeled after New York's Metropolitan Tabernacle. The plan aims to control two million dollars in South Side property, beginning with First church trustees buying the Fifth Presbyterian property at Indiana Avenue and Thirtieth Street for 15 500. The project will take many months and involves uniting First and Trinity churches and sorting vast property interests.
James E. Simpson, who just finished a Massachusetts penitentiary term for forgery, was released at the prison gates and re arrested by Belfast officers. He will be returned to Belfast to stand trial for a similar 1899 offense.
Italians in Mount Vernon New York hold an unofficial Madonna del Arco celebration amid tensions with the Italian parish. Police fear a clash as precautions are set to avert trouble during the day’s events.
Raleigh August 3 Democrats secure a large statewide majority with about 60 000 votes more for the party fusionists win less than twenty of 97 counties indicating a strong Democratic result across the state.
Norfolk Aug 3 Grand Reid hanged this morning for the murder of his wife and her father Peter Jackson a year ago in Norfolk Virginia and held by state authorities as the executor of the crime and the evidence presented led to the sentence being carried out without appeal.
Gen. Hunter reports 750 more Boers surrender. Commandant Lieberg demands surrender of Smith-Dorrien at Friederickstadt, which is refused. British losses total two killed and seven wounded. Ian Hamilton moves to aid Baden power at Rustenburg sees light opposition with one killed and five wounded.
Bremerhaven reports that steamers converted to transports for the China expeditionary corps plan to sail today. The German press fears a Chinese fleet attack, but the foreign office dismisses this, deferring arms shipment controls to the admirals who are on alert.
Winnipeg reports the first squadron of 1,000 immigrant farmers arriving today. A Vancouver contractor secured placements, planning another thousand if the experiment succeeds. He says Japanese workers cost less and will be used to repair farms in winter, challenging Ontario workers.
Nickel Plate Road promotes three deluxe sleeping car trains between Chicago and Buffalo and Boston with dining car service. Train No 2 leaves Chicago at 10 35 a m for Boston New York and intermediate points. Train No 4 departs Chicago at 2 30 p m for Buffalo and connections via Lackawanna and West Shore roads. Train No 6 leaves Chicago at 10 30 p m for Buffalo and Brocton connections. Dining meals priced 5 cents to one dollar. Rates claimed lowest. contact J Y Calahan in Chicago.
July 9 17 and August 1 1900 excursion fares offer round trip tickets to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Glenwood Springs Salt Lake City Ogden and to parts of South Dakota Wyoming with a fare plus two dollars. Tickets are good to October 31 1900. Inquiries to Geo S Batty Marshalltown Iowa.
Washington reports state that Chinese ministers face danger as foreign troops advance toward Pekin. Proposals to protect ministers are discussed while consuls in Shanghai and Chefoo report limited distress and continued shipments of provisions. Yuan governor notes ongoing protection talks as the cabinet weighs new evidence amid unclear situation.
Georgetown Kentucky August 3. Tallow Dick Combs the African American accused of firing the fatal shot in the Goebel case has confessed to all he knew. He alleges he was offered 1200 dollars to commit the shooting but refused the offer.
Gen Jas S Wilson, after a year in Cuba, sails from San Francisco on the America Maru for China to take part in the war. He knows China well from travels and doubts most Chinese, except Li Hung Chang whom he trusts. He expects a hard fight for supremacy between Prince Tuan and the Emperor and aims to reach China in about three weeks.
A large crowd attended a stylish social at Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Otto’s North Prairie residence. The house and lawn glowed with decorations and flower scents while a graphophone on the lawn played humorous tunes, and cream and cake funds sold out, aiding the North Prairie church.
A pleasant day's outing invites travelers to ride the steamer Young from Muscatine to Rock Island for 75 cents. Electric cars then access Black Hawk Tower, now open with added conveniences. The Young offers free round trips for Tower parties of ten or more from Rock Island. Basket dinner accommodations are excellent. Steamer departs Muscatine at 6 30 a m Sundays Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays and returns at 7 45 p m. Contact agent Wm G Block for details.
Saturday forecast notes fair conditions for Iowa with expected showers in the northeast portion. Chicago reports a fair night with possible shower activity in the city area.
Miss Edna Persons married Prof. L G Focht at the bride’s West Fourth Street home with Rev N A McAuley officiating. The couple, cheered by relatives and friends, plan travel to Burlington and Red Oak after a reception, with guests from West Liberty Marengo Creston Victor and more.
Delicous new honey at Van Gent’s and fine cooking apples attract customers. Mackey’s features a line of late summer neckwear and bathing suits at sale prices. S. & L. Cohn’s promotes Bryan and Stevenson hats. A note on a lost pocket-book on Second Street near First National and Musser Banks. The Baptist infant class enjoyed a picnic at Weed Park guided by Addie Washburn, Mrs. Henry Becker, and Miss Mary Shoemaker with a generous lunch. over sixty children attended.
An 18 month old girl at a East Hill home suffered a severe cut to the first finger at the knuckle when her brother swung a hatchet while chopping sticks. The child was resting calmly when seen by a reporter later in the afternoon.
Tripoli Stone Germ-proof filter marketed by Aug Deutschman claims to solve water issues. Advert shows strong claims of satisfaction and value, urging calls to view products.
Wyoming Lodge No. 76 K of P members are urged to attend this evening's meeting to discuss important matters. J Coster C C.
A terse reflection notes people rarely acknowledge receiving gifts or favors voluntarily, implying social pressure or pride shapes admission. The remark suggests honesty about benefaction is uncommon in social exchanges.
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