Peace Edict Reported
An allied forces message calls for sufficient strength to protect 800 foreigners and 3,000 Christian natives as part of a peace edict.
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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1900
Page
1
Edict Names Li Hung Chang For China Peace Talks
Reports from Pekin say an edict appoints Li Hung Chang to negotiate peace with the powers. Conger’s Aug 10 message notes nine Americans killed and sixteen wounded, including Captain Meyers of Company D Lippitt. Wounded are reported to be recovering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghai
Pekin
Li Hung Chang
Washington
War Department
Taku
Karven
Wilhelmina
Seattle
Argyle
Portland
Siam
San Francisco
Philippines
China
MacArthur
State Department
Conger
Department
Adee
Garland Centennial Celebrated in Maine Town
Garland Me August 10 the town marks its centennial with a large turnout from residents and country folk. A historical address by Hon Lyndan Oak pleased and educated attendees. A women’s assembly will close the celebration this evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garland
Lyndon Oak
Louisville and Nashville Declares Semiannual Dividend
The Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company pays a 2 percent semiannual dividend to stockholders today as declared by its board of directors. The notice appears in New York, Aus. 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Aus
Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company
Madama Yacht Club Regatta Opens In Chicago
The Chicago regatta opens with the Foster Stevens Co cup race as the principal event. Races are sailed on Ma catama Bay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Madama Yacht Club
Foster, Stevens & Co
Macatama Bay
Emperor William Arrives In Hamburg Amid Grand Welcome
Emperor William reaches Hamburg as business nearly halts for a citywide reception. Crowds gathered to greet the monarch while authorities organized ceremonies and dignitaries prepared the commemorative events.
Famous Case Decided Denies Widow's Allowance in Craven Fair Will
In San Francisco on August 10 Judge Troutt denied the plaintiff's motion for a widow's allowance from the Craven Fair will case involving a millionaire's estate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Troutt
Craven Fair
Manfaced Odd Habit Amid Forgetful Fellow
A reader notes it is odd that a man tends to blow his nose most when he forgets his handkerchief. The observation frames a light humor about daily mishaps and small embarrassments.
Big Fight Tonight Fitzmonns versus Ruhlin Looms
New York Aug 10 All is ready for tonight s bout between Fitzsimmons and Ruhlin with Fitz the favorite ten to eight in bets. Crowds from across the country have gathered. Fitz claims peak condition and a two round victory. Ruhlin shares confidence and a hard fight is anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitz
Ruhlin
New York
Fitzsimmons
Woman Kills Child With Laudanum in Iowa
In Creston Iowa on August 9 Mrs Mary E Seales killed her 2 year old daughter by giving laudanum. The 5 year old boy survived and alerted others after escaping. Neighbors report the mother was demented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Creston
Iowa
Mary E. Seales
Fitzsimmons Ruhlin Fight Draws Historic Interest Tonight
New York Aug 10 The Fitzsimmons Ruhlin bout at Madison Square Garden in front of a capacity 14000 draws unprecedented anticipation in boxing history with experts split on the outcome and bettors favoring Fitzsimmons while Corbett McCoy Sullivan and others predict Ruhlin may win. Fitzsimmons notable wins include Dempsey Maher Sharkey and Choynski. Ruhlin rose after defeating Sharkey in June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitzsimmons-Ruhlin
New York
Heenan
Sayers
Madison Square Garden
Robert Fitzsimmons
Gus Ruhlin
Fitzsimmons
Jim Corbett
Kid McCoy
John J. Sullivan
Ruhlin
Jeffries
McGovern
Peter Maher
Frank Erne
Bob Armstrong
Tom Sharkey
Australia
James J. Jeffries
Jack Dempsey
New Orleans
Bie
Maher
Sharkey
Choyinski
Jim Hall
Corbett
Rublin
Missouri Canning Factories Start Up in Southwest
Ash Grove area leads a statewide tomato crop push with twenty large canning plants now beginning operation. Farms within forty miles average several hundred acres per town, including Ash Grove about 250 acres Fair Play 590 acres and Humansville 500 to 700 acres. Each farmer plants three acres and yields seven to eight tons per acre with gross receipts from 20 to 40 dollars per acre, season depending.
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Missouri
Ash Grove
Fairplay
Humansville
Epworth Assembly Closes in Clear Lake Iowa
The Epworth Assembly at Clear Lake Iowa ends a two week session. The debate between Hon Champ Clark and Hon C B Landis is praised as the most instructive effort delivered at the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clear Lake
Iowa
Epworth
Champ Clark
C. B. Landis
Iowa Firemen's Tournament Closes in Cedar Rapids
The State Firemen's tournament ended today after one of the most successful meetings. The novelty hub and hub race, open to all participating teams, highlighted the closing day and drew a large crowd of spectators.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Russell elected Chief Justice of England
London reports Russell has been chosen as chief justice becoming the first Roman Catholic to hold the post in three centuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Russell
England
Commander Logan Arrives at War College for Instruction
Commander L. C. Logan, ordered by the Navy Department to report for a course at the War College, Newport, arrived this morning at Newport Rhode Island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
R. L
L. C. Logan
Navy Department
War College
Seance Ends in Bloodshed in Clayton Parish
In Stilesville during an entertainment by James & Loss Swiss bell ringers a mind reader named Professor White appeared. Dr. Masters, a local practitioner and I O C F noble grand, clashed with Mrs Loss prompting James C Loss to strike him. Masters drew a knife, cutting Loss twice in the abdomen and once in the thigh and arm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clayton
Ind
James & Loss
Stilesville
White
Sherman becomes Illinois governor in temporary succession
Lawrence V. Sherman is named acting governor as Governor Tanner leaves for a Colorado hunting trip. Sherman plans a light schedule with back and forth since he will not stay in the state capital constantly. He traveled to Quincy to address a Republican club convention and praised the shirt waist as a reform against the heat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hls
Lawrence V. Shermen
Illinois
Tanner
Colorado
House of Representatives
Sherman
Quincy
Leland Hotel
Populist National Committee Considers Stevenson Substitution
The Populist National Executive Committee met in Chicago and decided to locate national headquarters in Lincoln. They set a Chicago meeting for August 27 to consider substituting Stevenson for Towne, noting the committee had no power over the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Lincoln
National Committee
Stevenson
Towne
Reception Honors Nominee McClain For Iowa Supreme Judge
Iowa City hosts a Johnson County Bar Association reception at Hotel Minnnehaha in honor of Chancellor McClain’s nomination to the Iowa Supreme Court by Republicans. Toastmaster Stephen Bradley introduces speakers including M. J. Wade, Geo. W. Ball, Geo. W. Koontz, Judge Hayes, Chas. Baker, and Budd Sanders praising McClain as a capable judge and author.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Iowa
Johnson County Bar Association
Minnehaha
McClain
Republicans of
Stephen Bradley
M. J. Wade
Geo. W. Ball
Geo. W. Koontz
Clear Lake pamphlet promotes Iowa Central resort guide
The Central Passenger Department of the Iowa Central releases a new pamphlet titled Clear Lake ywa and the Oaks aimed at summer resort visitors. It describes Clear Lake as a charming summer retreat with sailing bathing the Oaks and getting there, includes engravings and views, and invites readers to secure copies from railway agents or Geo. S. Batty at Town Central Ry Marshalltown Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Central
Clear Lake
Ywa
Iowa Cental
Geo. S. Batty
G. P
T. A. Town Central Ry
Marshalltown
Iowa
Summer Outing Ticket Sale to Clear Lake
Muscatine North and South railroad offers round trip tickets to Clear Lake with two days board and lodging at Whitaker's Lake Shore hotel for 11.10 dollars. Tickets available during July and August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine North & South Railroad
Clear Lake
Whitakers Lake Shore Hotel
Early rising advice vs. user adoption dilemma
Many people hear that waking up early improves mood, yet only a small portion actually tries it. The statement contrasts broad guidance with limited behavioral change, highlighting a gap between suggestion and action.
McKinley Endorses Conger Stay in Pekin Security Policy
Washington reports Conger will not leave Pekin under escort due to threat of ambush. The U S government endorses his stance and directs safer arrangements. President McKinley orders no departure unless safety is assured and notes foreign troops will escort foreigners and converts as needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Conger
Pekin
McKinley
Canton
Tsung Li Yamen
Yamen
Baron Russell Dead Lord Chief Justice Dies in Kensington
Baron Russell of Killowan, Lord Chief Justice of England, died at Kensington at three this morning after gastric catarrh operation. He had been ill only two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Freedom of the City Celebrates Kansas First Veterans
In St. Joseph Missouri on August 10 the Society of the Kansas First holds its thirty ninth annual meeting at New Ulm Park with Union and Confederate veterans in attendance. The event marks the reunion of survivors of the First Regiment Kansas Civil War unit. The date recalls 1862 when General Nathaniel Lyon and 5 560 men faced Confederates for eight hours in a draw, with General Siegel's error costing Lyon 2 900 men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joseph
Society of the
Kansas First
New Ulm Park
Kansas
Missouri
Nathaniel Lyon
Siegel
Lyon
Cape Leois i ihe Murder in Racine Wisconsin
The body of William James, a resident, was found under the Ninth street viaduct with a crushed skull. An inquest showed he was with three men until around midnight and left about four blocks from the scene. Two of the men passed under the viaduct hours earlier and saw no one nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Racine
Wis
Arc
William James
Tiis Eftr
Ninth Street
Peope
Grant Relatives Visit Cantacuzene Estate in Russia
In St Petersburg on August 10 the newborn son of Princess Cantacuzene, daughter of General and Mrs. Fred D. Grant, is reported healthy. Mrs. Grant, guest of her daughter for six weeks, will join them to tour the Cantacuzene family estates and stay several weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Petersburg
Cantacuzene
Fred D. Grant
Prince Cantacuzene
National League and American League scores reported
Chicago games saw Philadelphia lose to Chicago 1 to 5 while Boston and Brooklyn led Pittsburg 3 to 2 and 7 to 3 respectively. New York defeated Cincinnati 5 to 2 and Detroit swept Cleveland 8 to 0 as Minneapolis beat Milwaukee 9 to 6 and 8 to 1 in a follow up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Boston
St. Louis
Brooklyn
Cincinnati
New York
Minneapolis -Milwaukee
Minneapolis
Miwaukee
Kansas City
Detroit
Cleveland
Farmer John Houck Struck by Lightning in Pennsylvania
John Houck aged 53, a farmer near Stone Church in Faston Pennsylvania, was killed when a sudden shower brought a bolt that struck him as he hauled grain from fields. His 45-year-old daughter, who sat beside him, was only stunned and unharmed. The bolt also killed the horses in the wagon during the storm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faston
John Houck
Stone Church
This County
Houck
Detroit Notables Mourn Charles C Bowen at 69
Charles Clark Bowen renowned Detroit citizen dies at home aged 69. Bowen served as secretary and major stockholder at ID M Ferry & Co and treasurer of the Santa Fe Phoenix and Prescott Railroad. He also held trusteeships at Kalamazoo College and the University of Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Charles Clark Bowen
Citzen
Detroi
Bowen
ID. M. Ferry & Co
Santa Fe, Phoenix and
Prescott
Kalamazoo College
Chicago University
Harper Bros Building Sold In New York Real Estate Exchange
The Harper Brothers printing plant at Pearl and Cliff streets plus presses and publishing rights were sold for 1.1 million dollars at the New York real estate exchange to Alexander E. Orr, head of the publishing house reorganization committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Harper Bros
Pearl and
Cliff Streets
Harper Periodicals
New York Real Estate Exchange
Alexander E. Orr
Illustrious Illinois pioneer Ira King dies after fall
Ira King, a founder family member of a county settlement since 1820 and the largest landowner in the area, fell from his bedroom window and was instantly killed. The incident marks the end of a era for one of Illinois’s early pioneers. Washington reports a plague case confirmed aboard a South American steamer tied to Hamburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robinson
Ira King
Illinois
Mr. King
Washington
The
Marine Hospital Service
J. B. Greene
Hamburg
South America
Fire at Atlanta Destroys Livery Barn and Horses
Springfield Aug 10 Fire at Atlanta destroyed the livery barn of John Longnecker incinerating twenty horses. The contents were owned by Lee Pamitt W. W. Mix hardware store and Pf F Angell's drug store. Loss about 30000 with light insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Hill
Atlanta
John Longnecker
Lee Pamitt
W. W. Mix
Pf. F. Angell
Social Democratic Convention Opens in Oskaloosa Iowa
The Iowa State Social Democratic convention opens in Oskaloosa with two key issues before the delegates. A proposal from the Populists to fuse with the Social Democrats and a bid from the regular Democrats to back Bryan Stevenson and the state ticket are on the table. The Aryan Democrats appear to have the edge in the fusion talks, while Populists remain less hopeful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oskaloosa
Iowa
Social Democratic Party
Democratic Party
Bryan
Stevenson
Democratic State
Social Democracy
Towa
Stone Crushes Worker at Sullivan Bank Building
In Sullivan Indiana on August 10 a 400 pound stone fell from a second-floor window sill during remodeling of the National Bank building striking Frank Shepherd on the head. He suffered only a slight scalp wound with no serious injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan
Ind
National Bank
Frank Shepherd
Farmers Congress to Hold Largest Meeting at Colorado Springs
Chicago August 10 John M Stahl secretary of the Farmers National Congress said the attendance at the annual meeting set for Colorado Springs Colorado August 20 to 24 would be the largest in the history of the congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
John M. Stahl
Farmers’ National Congress
Colorado Springs
Colo
Congress
Roosevelt Rough Riders Help Charity Tournament Opens
The Children’s Home Society of Kentucky hosts a charity tournament at Fountain Ferry Park in Louisville to raise funds for destitute children. The standout event is a Wild West show by the Roosevelt Rough Riders aided by the Red Men, ending tomorrow evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt Rough Riders Aid Charity
Louisville
Children’s Home Society of Kentucky
Fountain Ferry Park
Roosevelt Rough Riders
Red Men
Minnesota Republicans Meet in St Paul
Republican State Committee holds an important meeting in St Paul to map out and decide on an aggressive campaign plan for Minnesota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Minn
Republican State Committee
Minnesota
Nickel Plate Road summer express trains offer low rates
The Nickel Plate Road advertises daily express No. 4 from Chicago at 2 30 p m with summer routes to Niagara Falls St Lawrence river Thousand Islands Adirondack Catskills and northern eastern points in Pennsylvania New Jersey and New York including El mira Binghamton Scranton Wilkes Barre and the anthracite region Chautauqua lake and more Dining cars offer meals 35 cents to one dollar No excess fare Write or call J Y Calahan Chicago agent or 111 Adams street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Niagara Falls
St. Lawrence River
Thousand Islands
Adirondack
Catskill Mountains
Ower
Rochester
Seracuse
Rome
Utica
Genessee
Mohawk
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Elmira
Binghampton
Scranton
Wilkesbarre
Chautauqua Lake
Nickel Plate Road
J. Y. Calahan
Adams Street
Mystery of Married Women’s Unpopular Looks
A provocative remark questions why some married women appear unfashionable, reflecting social attitudes toward marriage and appearance in a bygone era.
Fair to Night Iowa Forecast For State
Chicago report notes fair weather for Iowa tonight with Saturday fair except for showers and thunderstorms in the northern portion. Warm temperatures expected across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Iowa
Muscatine Medical Society Holds Wilton Meeting
The Muscatine Medical Society held its quarterly meeting at the Wilton K P hall with strong attendance. Dr. H M Dean presided, Dr. E H King secretary, and papers by Dr. Morg ridge on Inflammation and Dr. H Johnson Dean on Injuries of the Cornea of the Eye were read.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
H. Johnson Dean
King
Street Fairs Raise Moral Concerns For Local Teachers
Editors warn that previous street fairs disrupted schooling and exposed children to gambling, lewd shows, and vice. They urge citizens to ensure the upcoming fair remains harmless and supports proper education, reflecting community values and parental expectations.
Birthday gathering at Miss Pearl Dollerhide’s home
A merry party gathered last evening at West Second street to celebrate Miss Pearl Dollerhide’s birthday. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. R Gray, Miss Emma Maniove, Miss Fiera Maniove, Ellen Knoll, Rebecca Shoemaker, Mand Set Hemire, Walter Settlemire, Ed Settlemire, Harry Leu, Grove Brown, Frank Knipfer, and Harry Dollerhide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Pearl Dollerhide
West Second Street
R. Gray
Fmma
Fiera Maniove
Ellen Knoll
Rebecca Shoemaker
Mand Set- Hemire
Walter
Iowa Rail Fares For State Meet Transits Promoted
The Iowa Central Railway announces low round trip fares for travelers to several Iowa meetings. Events include the Burlington Saengerfest August 9 to 12 and the Humboldt Summer Assembly August 18 to 23. Certificates allow one third fare for travel to multiple gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Iowa Central Railway
Burlington
Northwest
Humbolt
C.G. T
Grand Lodge
I. 0
G. T
Clinton
Mississippi Valley Spiritualist Association
Morrison murder case returns for another hearing
Eldorado Kan Aug 10 The famous murder case against Miss Jessie Morrison charged with killing Mrs Olin Castle by cutting her throat with a razor on June 20 last was called in court for another preliminary hearing The case has drawn wide notoriety and the outcome will be watched with great interest Miss Morrison was held for trial after her first hearing
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Morrison
Eldorado
Kans
Jessie Morrison
Olin Castle
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Logan
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Kinley
Baron Russell
Kensington
Cape Leois i
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Medical Society
Muscatine County
Docs
Wilton
Iowa State Meetings
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