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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1906
Page
1
Reports from Cananea and Naco describe a violent border riot with deaths and property damage, including lumber yards and a mining office. American and Mexican forces move to restore order as Washington weighs sending troops and assigns rangers to Cananea.
Portland, Oregon June 2 An arrested Pole for assault on Russians reveals a large body of Russian nihilists in the city allegedly plotting to assassinate President Roosevelt. Detectives work toward arrests after funds are gathered for a Washington deputation to carry out the plan.
The committee on privileges and elections acted on Senator Reed Smoot case and Burrows sought to fix June 11 for consideration, but Teller objected to naming a date before the official report.
Chicago June 2 The jury found George Gill Roberts guilty of murder in the Kopf case, the murder of John V Kopf Cook county commissioner last November at a Republican club election. The verdict fixed Roberts punishment at twenty years in the penitentiary after five hours of deliberation. The sensational trial prompted tears from Judge Kersten as a juror’s ill son nearly delayed the verdict.
Senator La Follette declined to comment on reports of a planned speaking tour in Iowa to back Cummins. He smiled and implied readers could draw their own conclusions about the matter, as reported from Washington.
San Francisco on June 2 reports prolonged insurance claim settlements hindering city reconstruction. Protesters denounce perceived unreasonable restrictions as underwriters pledge goodwill yet delay settlements. At Ferry Building adjustment bureau 771 claims sit with a fifteen member Oakland committee.
Secretary Leslie M. Shaw told a Newton crowd that Iowa's congressional delegation should stay out of the state campaign while praising Republican policies. He argued party strength, not individual leaders, drives prosperity and condemned disorganized parties and manufactured issues in Georgia and other states.
Madrid reports 24 killed in Thursday bomb blast. A palace ball was canceled due to mourning while a royal bull fight was held this afternoon. Robert Hamilton, an Englishman detained on suspicion, was released after authorities deemed it mistaken identity. Street fetes continue in the capital.
Rock Island June 2 P C Murray roadmaster of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway Co was instantly killed at Blind Man s crossing four miles east of Cordova at 315 Thursday afternoon exact cause unclear whether thrown from his velocipede or run down by east bound freight No 79. Murray resided at Savanna and served the Milwaukee for years including stint as yardmaster he was an alderman there and about 56. Remains were taken to Savanna that evening.
Chicago mayor appoints a commission to investigate stock yards amid criticisms of beef and hog slaughter methods. In Washington, President Roosevelt receives the Neill Reynolds meat packing inquiry brief, a 6000 word report to be sent to Congress Monday.
Minneapolis June 2 a suit began by the present management of Northwestern National Life Insurance Co against Dr J F Force former president seeking accounting and return of funds misappropriated the complaint alleges the sum may reach 200 000 dollars as high as that amount
A unknown assailant opened fire in Reckasa’s Saloon in Hipping Minnesota killing John Kevister and fatally wounding Jack Reckasa before shooting himself. The department reports a man entered the establishment and began shooting without warning.
Representative Nicholas Longworth and his wife sailed for England on the steamer St Louis. A drunken Italian on the pier claimed to be an anarchist and vowed to throw a bomb at the Longworths but disappeared before a policeman arrived.
A broken rail derailed three coaches of a Chicago Peoria and St. Louis special at Forest City. The train carried 500 Dunkards en route from Iowa to Springfield for the national Dunkards convention. No fatalities but several injuries reported. passengers were brought to Springfield for treatment.
Washington June 2 conferees agree on main points of the rate bill. Pullman sleeping cars fall outside interstate commerce jurisdiction while express firms become common carriers. Oil pipes become common carriers. other pipes exempt. Interstate commission to have seven members. Statehood report signed. Arizona and New Mexico provision disputed by minority members. Democrats promise Senate opposition.
Clinton Iowa June 2 the Iowa State Firemen association backs profits from its tournament for a relief fund aiding sick and injured Clinton firemen. Delegates from major cities gather to push pension legislation during the state firemen tournament week June 18 22 with co operation urged from all departments.
Crowds line Dublin streets as Michael Davitt's body is moved from Clarendon Street chapel to Broadstone station for burial in Strade, Mayo. The scene reflects the widespread sorrow and high regard for the Irish nationalist leader.
The first joint conference in years begins in Columbus with miners and operators trading charges as they seek a settlement. The sessions are expected to be stormy with sharp exchanges amid ongoing disputes.
Seventeen colleges and universities competed at Shepard field Evanston for the western intercollegiate conference events. A record crowd witnessed the meet with strong delegations from participating institutions in attendance.
Mukden formally opened yesterday to international trade with broad celebrations. The opening follows a staged ceremony reported from Tokio noting the event's significance for regional commerce.
Berlin reports Emperor William opened the Tetlow canal connecting manufacturing suburbs with the sea. The project cost about 10 million dollars and expands Berlin's waterway links.
In Washington today the house entered committee of the whole to further consider the naturalization bill. The session focused on examining provisions and potential amendments for the naturalization process.
John Lavine state organizer of the Cigarmakers' union died after being shot by John Tobin at West Madison and Peoria streets. Lavine, 53 Austin avenue, had been fatally wounded by Tobin during a Local No. 14 meeting dispute. Tobin, a crippled cigarmaker, fired three shots as Lavine stood on crutches.
Waterloo Iowa June 2 Special J W Bingham ice dealer New Hartford died from injuries after a runaway wagon accident He leaped to the horses heads to save his son, was thrown down, and the wagon ran over him.
Washington June 2 conferees on the railroad rate bill have reached a complete agreement.
Chicago June 2. Fair tonight and probably Sunday. Warmer tonight and in the east portion.
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