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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1908
Page
1
Davenport Iowa July 13 a white wife Mrs Mary Mason was killed after calling Lulu Bennett a black mink The Bennett woman was arrested and jailed on suspicion with possible involvement by the lover The victim died from skull fracture after being dragged to a dug-out behind the house
Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks will lead a large nonpartisan homecoming reception for John W. Kern Democratic vice presidential nominee on Thursday. Kern returns from Denver and had previously presided at Fairbanks reception, prompting the club to invite Fairbanks to repay the gesture.
Delegates gather in Columbus Ohio for the prohibition national convention starting next Wednesday and the state convention opening today. Thousands of visitors are expected with a brass band escort and a parade planned for the convention hosts on Wednesday.
H J Taylor aged 35 drowned while bathing in the Iowa river watched by his wife and seven children. The tragedy occurred Sunday afternoon in Marshalltown Iowa with no rescue attempted by onlookers.
Iowa files a two count suit against Western Union Telegraph Co of New York seeking 89850000 for alleged failure to pay capital stock fees and daily penalties for doing business as a foreign corporation. Attorney General Byers filed the petition in Des Moines on July 13.
From Tokio reports the Denver Democratic platform's exclusion of Asiatic laborers is seen as aimed at Japanese. The move provokes surprise and displeasure and is viewed as potentially violating Japan's treaty rights and humanity norms. Yet many Democrats are thought not anti Japanese and suspect the clause aims to placate labor interests.
Fred Cooper, sole survivor of the Cooper family massacre near Cadillac Michigan, was told his relatives were killed by the wife and mother. With a bullet wound in his head he lay in a hospital and showed little emotion as doctors outlined the slaughter and his family’s deaths. He remains in recovery and may be mentally affected by the trauma or stoic in nature.
Frank Wallace a 19 year old resident of 2543 East Lyon street drowned in the Des Moines river near the old starch works in southeast Des Moines. In full view of about a dozen fishermen who misjudged his danger he slipped from the river bank after falling asleep and rolled into the water. Despite being a fair swimmer and the shallow edge he could not reach the shore.
Atlantic City July 13 The eleventh annual Federation of Zionists convention opened with talks on settling Jews in Palestine. Officers report rising federation membership and new child societies forming nationwide.
Dr. J. W. Simpson who was acquitted of murdering his father-in-law Bartley L. Horner in North Port L I was shot at his wife and mother-in-law’s home and is in critical condition. Police have not yet made arrests and will question Mrs Horner.
White Plains N Y July 13 The Thaw mental condition jury trial bid adjourned to the September term of Westchester Supreme Court. Judge Hills, Thaw's counsel, and District Attorney Jerome agreed. Thaw remains in Sheriff Chanler custody in Dutchess County and will stay jailed in Poughkeepsie.
London July 13 King Edward Queen Alexandra and royal guests opened the Olympic Games at Shepperton stadium. Americans led the parade with Garrels of the Chicago Athletic association carrying the stars and stripes. The day featured multiple heats in track and swimming with winners from Ireland England Canada and the United States.
Chicago July 13 After thirty five years the secret of the fate of the Bender family is disclosed by Geo. Evans Downer of Downer's Grove Illinois on his deathbed. Vigilants pursued the fleeing family after Downer's visits. a running battle ended with the elder Bender and his wife captured and Kate Bender shot after making a chilling confession.
In Pana Illinois on July 13 farmer Isaac Whitehouse collapsed and died after a family gathering that involved playful romping.
J W Kern and Indiana Democrat W S Jackson arrived in Lincoln to confer with Bryan as labor leaders Gompers Morrison and Duncan joined. The talks centered on campaign plans for Bell in California and opposing attacks on Roosevelt reforms while labor votes flow to Bryan in November. Iowans Kern Walsh and Gannon discussed state prospects, with Kern traveling to Indianapolis for a midweek reception.
Martin Welter aged 70 of 305 South Locust street Dubuque Iowa committed suicide by jumping into the harbor after suffering with cancer.
Louisville Kentucky July 13 Mr and Mrs Shelby Bonie Miss Elizabeth Shirly Richard Menefee and Dr Carl Wiseman prominent society people and Frank Ball a chauffeur were seriously injured early today when their automobile plunged through a broken Salt River bridge.
Hot Springs Va July 13 The Taft team began drafting his acceptance speech to be delivered in Cincinnati on the twenty eighth Taft will clearly state his stance on the injunction plank of the Republican platform and keep the remarks brief while addressing all campaign issues.
George Lamar aged 91, living with daughter Mrs. A. J. Barger at 704 East Sixth Street, received quiet congratulatory calls on July 10. Known locally, his father Henry Lamar lived to 105. Health is frail, so no public celebration. friends visited and offered best wishes.
Corunna Michigan July 13 Hugh McCurdy former grand master of the Knights Templar in the United States and a leading authority on Masonic jurisprudence is critically ill at his home and may not survive the day.
Amesbury Massachusetts July 13 Etta L McLean who faced arrest in Chicago last fall on stealing papers in the John R Walsh case eloped yesterday with Walter Rollins an Amesbury plumber and they were married in Portsmouth New Hampshire.
Thousands of Shriners from across the United States pour into St Paul Minnesota for the thirty fourth annual conclave opening tomorrow. Today crowds tour local sights as part of the gathering.
In Cleveland on July 13 officials reported improving trade across sectors. Railroads show stronger freight demand and repairs at full capacity, with Grand Chief Engineer Stone noting widespread in service and many plants resuming operations and hiring.
A tornado at Kendrick Oklahoma damaged the farm of Joseph Rittenmeyer an Iowa City youth and caused heavier losses to neighboring farmers. His father F X Rittenmeyer Iowa City reports no injuries among them.
Ptomaine poisoning from codfish bought at a local grocery nearly claimed the lives of John Maher and his wife, pioneers of Iowa City. An attending physician fought for hours to save them as the man’s condition stayed serious for a prolonged period.
Dr. Henry Albert state bacteriologist and hydro phobia expert was bitten by a large bulldog running at large in Iowa City. The dog also bit Frank Cha dek, an artisan. Neither man is believed to be in real peril as the dog shows no rabies signs.
Partly cloudy conditions with possible showers tonight and Tuesday. Cooler air moves in from the north and central regions. Illinois skies stay partially cloudy with chances of showers and thunderstorms and cooler temperatures tonight. Sunrise at 4 25, sunset at 7 26.
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