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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1903
Page
1
The report suggests the former Speaker will not seek a congressional seat and could be placed on a federal bench to sideline him. It frames the tale as speculation about political moves and court appointments.
Dubuque reports claim former Speaker David B. Henderson may seek his third Iowa district seat again. Henderson, now counsel for New York Life in New York, denies the rumor, saying there is no truth. Sioux City coverage ties the rumor to Iowa federal judgeship jockeying with Birdsall as a possible appointee.
In Dayton Ohio today twelve girls escaped possible suffocation by leaping from the Canby building fifth story to the roof of a one story structure below. Dr Lambert caught several as he broke the fall and likely saved their lives. The fire was minor but prompted a panic among the girls.
Judge Gray in Philadelphia today sustains District Judge Kirkpatrick at Trenton in the Asphalt Company of America case. Harry C. Spinks and other stockholders appealed against an assessment called by Receiver Tatnall. the court rules the assessment legal and enforceable.
The British steamer Kingsley chartered by United States authorities at Manila as a transport is ashore at Murcielagos North Mindanao with a rock through her bottom. The incident occurred on December 18 in Manila Bay area waters.
New York December 18 1923 members of the steel belt pool met in New York to day and decided to maintain the present 23 per ton rate for billets.
Paris report says the United Colombian committee outlines three steps to press Colombia’s 1846 treaty rights. First a commission to win U S recognition, second submission to the Hague arbitration court, third war with Latin American aid if blocked.
Berlin report states Emperor William shot nine stags and three wild boars at Goehrde today in a royal hunting outing.
A Congregational church group ordered an organ costing 4000 dollars. The organ committee was authorized to close the contract immediately and plans to start construction at once with installation no later than the end of the year.
Wheat prices ranged from 70 to 89 cents with Dec and May contracts noted. Corn values showed No 2 and No 3 yellow and white grades with Dec and May trades and drooping highs. Oats, rye, timothy, clover, barley and flax listed with spot and futures figures for Chicago Produce Market.
Chicago December 18 cattle receipts 4000 steady with good to prime cattle at 4.90 to 5.75, poor to medium 3.00 to 4.50, stockers 1.75 to 3.90, cows 1.35 to 3.90. Hogs receipts 37000 ten cents lower with mixed and butchers 4.25 to 4.55, good to choice heavy 4.40 to 4.50, rough heavy 4.20 to 4.35, light 4.15 to 4.45, bulk 4.35 to 4.45. Sheep receipts 8000 steady 2.75 to 4.00, lambs 4.00 to 6.00.
Chicago markets report poultry prices easing with turkeys at 14 cents, chickens 8 to 9 cents, and spring chickens around 14 cents per pound.
Chicago market notes show butter easing with creamery prices 16 to 24 cents and dairy at 14 to 21 cents. Eggs hold firm around 27 to 29 1/2 cents as of December 18.
New York December 18 Wheat May 8550 and Corn 49 1/2 cents. Market in early trading shows steady demand with gains noted in wheat futures.
New York Butter and Eggs Market reports alive poultry steady with chickens at 10 to 14 cents, fowls 10 to 14 cents, turkeys 13 to 14 cents. dressed poultry quiet with chickens 12 cents, fowls 11 to 12 cents, turkeys 17 to 20 cents.
New York market report for December 18 notes butter prices unsettled and egg markets showing fluctuating bids. Vendors report stable creamery supply while dairy buyers weigh demand, with no firm price levels established today.
News from New Orleans and Des Moines mark the 100th anniversary of the Louisiana purchase. Louisiana and New Orleans host official ceremonies with French warship guests. In Iowa 13,000 schools observe the anniversary with statewide services led by Gov Cummins and Superintendent Barrett.
In federal court Julius M. Nissan and Arthur J. Herbert were sentenced to eighteen months in prison and fined $500 each. They posed as the Western Supply company and used the mails to defraud numerous reputable businesses nationwide.
President H R Berry of the Iowa City Davenport and Muscatine railroad announces a 56000 dollar steel bridge contract across the Cedar river. Planned completion by May or June, seven miles east of West Liberty and routes via Blue Grass Mosquito creek and the Big Slough toward Iowa City with grading contracts to follow.
The listing shows creamery items priced at 24c for extra creamery, 16 to 23c for common to choice. Eggs are advertised at strong firsts 36c, seconds to firsts 30 to 34c, with refrigerated at 26 to 28c.
St Louis market notes Wheat cash May 81 4 cents per bushel. Corn 48 cents. Oats 37 38 cents. Prices listed for St Louis market with dated market report.
Peoria market bulletin from December 18 notes corn steady for New No 3 at 39 cents per bushel.
New York Dec 18 Directors of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad elected Daniel Willard of the Fire road as second vice president of the Burlington system. He succeeds Howard Elliott who recently became president of the Northern Pacific.
An official estimate shows New South Wales wheat yield up by 12 5 million bushels from 1901. About 18 5 million bushels are available for export.
Berlin Dec 18 The Paris report that Princess Charlotte Saxe Meiningen sister of Emperor William has cancer is denied as nonsense. The princess is not ill.
Washington dispatch notes Democrats aim to defeat the Panama canal treaty to discredit President Roosevelt and attack his policy. Iowa’s Harold Matin cites a party campaign with a heavy burden, the threat of public disapproval, and ongoing Colombia and Reyes maneuvers as the canal saga unfolds in Washington.
Sixteen hundred livery drivers backed by Chicago's teamsters union struck today, tying up nearly 400 livery stables. They demand a two dollar weekly raise. A funeral procession at West Eighteenth and Allport streets was disrupted as pickets compelled hearse drivers to abandon their posts under threats of violence.
The article discusses a U S policy push for a modern navy and notes a chance that Representative Wade might obtain craft in ships under construction for his district. It suggests cruisers like Des Moines could bear a district name while Iowa City likely misses out amid preference for exotic names.
Des Moines reports from a Democratic politician indicate Davenport Judge C M Waterman will be urged for the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent Judge Martin J Wade in the Second District next fall. Several party leaders indicate Waterman is the leading candidate, with A F Dawson also seeking the nomination but viewed as less favored by Democrats.
A Chicago meeting of twenty five western sash and door factories at the Auditorium aims to form a price unity combining effort. W L Roach and H W Huttig are unnamed in the plan with Huttig refusing to confirm membership while Roach is away in Chicago. Return to the city is expected Saturday with no confirmation of Muscatine firms’ involvement.
Charles Holada, who confessed to killing James Gallaugher, complains in a letter from Ft Madison penitentiary that life imprisonment is intolerable. He describes bedding and clothing as unsatisfactory and alleges rats, bugs, and misjustice. He reiterates his claimed innocence and cites a desire for execution over life.
During a visit to Fast Hill school patrons heard two poems by Mrs. Howell and Mrs. Longstreth. The verses thanked teachers and praised the children’s learning while wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Charles B. Alexander of Alexander & Green testified on their early role in forming a ship building concern in New York. He avoided providing significant or sensational testimony as Attorney Untermeyer pressed for key details in the United States ship building receivership case.
A heartfelt Christmas greeting to teachers expresses gratitude for guiding children each day. The poem celebrates togetherness at a Christmas dinner and wishes for friendship through sunshine or storm, pledging to build better homes and schools with faith in God.
The senate passed a resolution urging the printing committee to improve the Congressional Record type. Senators stated the current records are hard to read and requested clearer type for all readers.
Fire devastates a North Twenty Third street tenement in St Louis injuring Miss Ray Pelmont who leapt from a third floor window. Esther St Cisir died of burns as flames swept through the building.
A Wright brothers trial near Kitty Hawk North Carolina yesterday saw their flying machine cover three miles despite a 21 mile per hour headwind. Operated by two Dayton Ohio men the device has no tether or balloon attachment and lands where the navigator selects a spot.
A traveler returning from Manchuria reports Russian forces continually push toward Port Arthur with troops moving day and night from St. Petersburg.
Rev E Reinemund reports a $1000 donation to the Old Ladies home building fund from an outside donor. The donor's name is not released. Plans for the home were once deemed too costly but may be revived if enough money is raised.
The A. O. U. W lodge in the Vail building on West Second street postponed final plans for its twenty-ninth anniversary. The hall completion date is uncertain, delaying a January 9 dedication. a new meeting will decide arrangements next week. Membership drive remains active with a class of about 150 expected at the January meeting.
River gauge shows a 2 inch rise in 24 hours to 7.4 feet as ice behind an gorge pushes toward Muscatine. Experts warn the gorge may soon rupture, risking ice near the bank and making shore access risky while inner ice remains farther out.
Rain or snow expected tonight and Saturday. Warmer tonight and in eastern areas Saturday. Colder conditions in western portions Saturday. Sun rises 7 15 AM sets 4 20 PM moon sets 5 31 PM tomorrow.
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