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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1901
Page
1
Vienna dispatch reports the sultan’s secretary pushes him toward breaking with France by expelling French residents. The sultan dreads war, presses for funds from the Ottoman bank, and faces mounting pressure from Turkish press and foreign ambassadors awaiting action.
At Lincoln on August 29 the Nebraska Republican state convention named Samuel H. Sedgwick for Justice of the Supreme Court Carl J. Ernst and H L Goold for Regents of the University The platform aligns with party policy and notes a new record for industry in business handling Governor Savage’s parole of ex state treasurer Joseph S Bartley caused the only real excitement as resolutions on parole failed to get outside support and the convention backed the committee on the platform in demanding his return
Congressman John A. T. Hull of Iowa arrived in San Francisco aboard the Hancock with his wife and daughter after a tour of the Philippines. He praised his orient experience. Also aboard were Colonel A. S. Burt and Colonel Alexander Moore. The Hancock carried 838 enlisted men and 27 officers of the Fourth Cavalry, under Colonel C. C. Carr, plus 117 discharged soldiers and seven prisoners.
Winnipeg reports a fierce hail and rain storm that began after 4 PM and lasted about an hour. Hailstones piled nearly six inches in the streets, a record downpour noted by the city’s oldest residents.
The Clarkesville Star quips that when a load of hay appears on the streets, a dozen men rush to buy it, joking about hay fever triggering a buying frenzy.
The Register notes that losing interest in visiting the state fair marks a clear sign of advancing age. It comments on indifference to events once valued and reflects on changing personal ties to public celebrations.
Eldora Iowa August 29 The grand jury returned an indictment against the county auditor for failing to furnish a complete copy of the board of supervisors proceedings to official newspapers for publication. The case stems from the tax ferret controversy with mixed opinions on its outcome.
Maud Nollard, sister of Ruth Nollard killed by Bud Taylor, received a marriage license to wed Harry D. Chandler, a porter for Ridenour-Baker Grocery Co. Age 20 and 21. Bud Taylor remains silent in county jail.
San Francisco August 29 tragedian Robert Downing has hired attorney H H Davis to file for divorce on grounds of desertion after the couple had not lived together for about two years. Eugenia Blair linked to a leading man in past talk, has stayed in the east recently and was married to Downing about twelve years ago.
Plans for a 700 foot high glass and stone aerial globe at the St. Louis World’s Fair are advanced. A Blanke company with 1.5 million capital will build a 110 foot roof garden with two theaters and two restaurants. A 295 foot coliseum and 600 foot observation tower frame dramatic views of the grounds.
Thirty thousand people at the Concord state fair witnessed Mrs Mary Baker G Eddy in remarkable health. She traveled the grounds in an open carriage with Judge and Mrs William H Ewing of Chicago and her secretary Calvin Frye, greeting Governor Jordan as another distinguished guest.
London August 29 engagement announced of Helen Morton daughter of former New York governor Levi P. Morton to Count Boson de Portgord, second son of the Duc de Talley rand.
United States Steel Corp through Bethlehem Steel now controls all armor plate production in the country. To avoid government friction the Bethlehem operation may be run by another concern while policy remains controlled. Knights of Labor leader Simon Burns reports Schwab rejected arbitration for the steel workers strike. Shaffer dispels rumors that the federation of labor will expand the strike by 15,000 more workers.
In Pocahontas on August 29 a farmer with over 120 acres predicts a larger corn yield if frost holds off. Survey findings suggest about 45 bushels per acre on average, with abundant rains and late planting limiting heat damage. Farmers report rising town business as harvest excitement grows.
Saratoga New York August 29 Kid McCoy and his wife have reconciled all counter suits for damages and separation are withdrawn in a surprising turn of events restoring their marriage and peace.
Newton Iowa Aug 29 A Newton Business Men's Association meeting discussed eastern capitalists plan to build an electric car line from Des Moines to Newton The group favored the proposal and a three member committee was formed to study similar lines in Cleveland and other eastern cities and assess impact on small towns with findings to be reported later.
Eliza Illinois August 29 Despondent over love Will Manuel a farm hand for David Brancht five miles northeast of Keithsburg shot himself three times with a revolver early Saturday dying Sunday He left a letter saying he was des pondent in a love affair He leaves a mother one sister and three brothers all living in Virginia except one brother near Keithsburg
London observers voice growing pessimism over South Africa affairs as ministerial assurances fail to soothe unrest. The Times maintains a calm tone yet concedes the gravity of the situation amid widespread discontent and anxiety in the public.
Word reaches Fort Worth that Zarata county residents face intensifying starvation as conditions deteriorate and food runs scarce. Officials warn that without immediate aid, a large loss of life is imminent.
An advertisement touts Casearet Candy Cathartic as a guaranteed cure for biliousness sick headache furred tongue fever piles and other ills caused by constipation and sluggish liver. It promotes C. C. C. as a sure thing and offers boxes at 10 25 and 50 cents with a free sample and booklet.
Columbus Junction hosts its annual fair with crowds numbering in the thousands. Gate receipts reach $1,250 by last night as attendees enjoy events and races listed with purse amounts and times.
Louisville August 29 The Knights Templar encampment closes with a ball expected to draw twelve thousand attendees. Tomorrow many excursions will visit state points of interest while there is a lack of applications for the next meeting. Henry Bates Stoddard Bryan of Texas was elected deputy grand master and Henry Bates Stoddard Bryan was elected grand master.
Des Moines Iowa August 29 The upcoming Twenty ninth general assembly faces big tasks including redrawing congressional senatorial and representative districts amid shifting populations. Auditor Merriam plans to push changes to insurance oversight and a Board of Health data collection overhaul due to unreliable smallpox and infectious disease reports.
Constable Richley located Frank Armstrong in Louisa county area after a two week search. He is expected to be brought back to face charges for assaulting his wife in her Nisley’s grocery store apartment on August 11. Preliminary hearing likely tonight or tomorrow.
New York aug 29 authorities announce thomas a edison has invented a storage battery with vast economic potential. the breakthrough is described as a major achievement on par with the electric light, the result of years of effort and heavy investment by Edison and many other inventors.
Philadelphia Aug 29 the steamer City of Trenton boiler exploded and the death toll may reach thirteen with two more in hospital in critical condition. rescuers fear more bodies will be found among the beached wreckage.
A man pressures immediate marriage and the woman reluctantly consents after a tense exchange. He reveals he would have waited if she refused, then their dispute ends with agreement and relief. Reported in the New York Times tone.
E. F. Kleinmeyer of Wilton received fourth premium at the state fair for a yearling short horn bull and for a short horn bull calf.
The steamship Deutschland arrived off Sandy Hook this morning, breaking the Cherbourg to New York speed record by 24 minutes with a five days twelve hours five minutes crossing.
Journal report misled about the gathering at Mrs. Chas. Fox's with only lodge members who belong to the Orphans Home Society invited. The society formed within the lodge to support a Waterloo home, and funds will furnish a room named after the local judge. the meeting at Mrs. Fox's will discuss this and all Society members are urged to attend.
Rev. L. B. Hix reported by the Journal that the United Brethren excursion reached Burlington at 1:15 pm and will depart at 3:30 pm for the return, arriving home near midnight. Crowd smaller than usual due to competing attractions, but attendees enjoying the event.
Dave Brant states the Sioux City Journal attended the Des Moines convention as a stand in for Judge Thayer due to ill health. He notes Thayer avoided the trip and believes witnessing the event would have tainted the judge's remaining life.
Probable thunderstorms threaten Iowa with fair skies elsewhere. Temperatures dipped tonight with cooler air moving in. Forecast calls for unsettled conditions this afternoon or tonight especially in the east portion of the state.
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