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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1908
Page
1
A new regime act names Knox to oversee a quay project tied to Sen. Penrose as the New Regime seeks to advance his election bid. The article notes efforts toward resolving tensions in the Dutch-Venezuelan dispute while political maneuvers unfold.
In Pennsylvania the retirement of junior senator Venrose triggers a scramble for his seat. Prominent names circle the race as party leaders weigh who will run. Analysts say the field could reshape state politics this year.
Washington observers say Senator Knox will exit early and Senator Penrose gains control of the state legislature to pick his replacement. With Knox out, the western Pennsylvania bloc and Penrose allies could seal a Penrose favored candidate for the Senate.
Talk surrounds a Catholic senatorial contest to succeed Mr. Knox as lawmakers mull a quiet settlement. A reform battle looms with contenders from Pittsburgh including George T. Oliver, newspaper publisher and millionaire. Rep John Dalzell, a leading tariff ally. and Rep James Francis Burke, who steered the Knox bid.
Des Moines December 22 the following recommendations were made by W. S. Syerson in a report to Gov Warren Garst. The plan would empower the governor to remove peace officers mayors and prosecuting attorneys upon complaint and reorganize the attorney general's department to closely align with the national department of justice. It calls for greater state role in prosecutions and grand jury appearances and expands oil and food inspector duties to aid prosecutors.
Six earthquake shocks in twenty four hours rocked Virginia City Montana causing widespread panic. The final tremor struck at 6 25 yesterday evening as residents fled into the streets seeking safety.
Marshalltown Iowa December 22 Frank Waters aged 40 nephew of Senator Charles Eckles Marshall County shot himself in the temple fearing tuberculosis. Police report the death was self inflicted a tragic personal crisis for a prominent local family.
Washington reports President elect Taft will lead a small party of engineers to the Isthmus of Panama to inspect canal progress. The visit is described as precautionary and routine with no signs of improper or futile work. Taft seeks firsthand understanding of developments ahead of March 4.
In Union City and Pittsburg eight defendants facing murder and assault charges appear in court with paired soldiers guarding them. Emma Johnson testifies about brutal beating by masked riders while Pittsburg officials including seven councilmen and two bank executives are arrested amid graft claims with warrants against Civic League figures.
Washington December 22 the tariff hearings of the house ways and means committee have concluded unless further witnesses are called. The article notes the session may resume if required.
Dr. Frederick D. Taft a third cousin of President-elect Taft and companion Walter J. Watson disappeared after going duck hunting at Bouldin Island Berkeley on Wednesday night and have not returned. No trace of the pair has been found despite the lack of a thorough search.
A blaze at the Gilsey House on Broadway in New York City began on the fifth floor and spread briefly before fire crews confined it to that level. A large crowd blocked Broadway, but crews quickly controlled the fire with no reported loss of life as guests were few.
Columbus Ohio December 22 Charles P Taft declares support for an open caucus on the senatorial question and a public caucus with stenographic reporting. Other candidates reportedly oppose open caucus. James R Garfield named as a possible dark horse. Rumor ties Harmon to a plan to keep Republican officeholders and push a Democratic senator into place.
W G Foley a Muscatine bricklayer and Cedar Rapids resident was found dead on Rock Island tracks north of Burlington this morning. The death face remains undetermined whether accidental or self inflicted. Foley, a widower, lived at 944 Eighteen avenue West Cedar Rapids and worked in Muscatine last spring.
A Cedar Rapids resident W. G. Foley was employed in this city last spring by F. W. Blasing. The note records Foley as a brick layer linked to Blasing in the period referenced.
New York Central president W H Newman resigned effective February 1. Board accepted the move. he may remain a director. In St Louis A B Stickney and C H F Smith of Chicago Great Western resigned as receivers. Horace G Burt to succeed Stickney. six months for release from receivership.
In Flushing on December 22, John C. Stephens testified Thornton J. Hains said he came to protect his brother and would shoot anyone who interfered after William E. Annis was shot by Captain Peter C. Hains Jr. Mrs Helene Annis described the killing as she testified for nearly three hours, nearly fainting at one point.
The Right Reverend John Steven Michaud bishop of the Roman Catholic diocese of Burlington Vermont died in New York city today of Brights Disease aged sixty five.
Washington December 22 Secretary Garfield denied reports he would be a dark horse candidate in the Ohio senatorial contest. The statement clarifies his political plans amid ongoing maneuvering for the seat.
Reports from Caracas and Willemstad detail the resignation of Castro’s cabinet amid anti Castro demonstrations. The Venezuelan government revokes a shipment ban, drawing Holland relations toward settlement. Maduro allies, military movements, and rumors of delegates negotiating with Curaçao officials unfold as Gomez gains influence.
California Promotion Committee receives official canal commission notice from secretary Joseph Buckline Bishop stating the Panama Canal will open on January 1 1915. The announcement confirms the date for the opening ceremony and public access plans in San Francisco.
Fair tonight and Wednesday across Iowa and Illinois. Sunrise at 7 15 a m and sunset at 4 24 p m Moonrise is 6 22 a m.
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