08 Jun 1907
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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1907
Page
1
A Nashville Ill telegram reports a tornado destroying New Minden killing four and injuring many, with York Ind forced to confront a cyclone and Duquoin Ala storm causing millions in damage. Weihe family lost, York communications cut, and numerous homes wrecked.
A Greensburg to Gradyville telegram reports a late night cloudburst in Gradyville with five bodies recovered and twenty-one missing. Eight houses were washed away as the creek overflowed, prompting fears of at least fifteen fatalities. The storm also caused widespread flood damage across central and eastern Kentucky.
In San Francisco on June 8 the Schmitz trial heard Camille Mailhebreau, former proprietor of the Franks, corroborating parts of yesterday’s testimony from other French restaurant keepers as the prosecution presses its case.
Springfield Ohio June 8. Application filed for a receiver for the Farmers Co operation Harvesting Machine company located in the city. The firm is capitalized at 500000 and was organized by William N Whitely a noted agricultural implement manufacturer.
In Duluth on June 8, Sister Borromea of St. Clement's Catholic School was kidnapped yesterday by two men who have since vanished. The incident prompts a police inquiry and appeals for information from the public.
President Roosevelt will speak at the cornerstone laying in Washington for the New Masonic temple. The gavel and trowel used will be the same as those used by George Washington for the 1793 U S Capitol cornerstone, and the Bible in use is Fredericksburg lodge No 4’s Bible from Washington’s Mason era.
July cotton futures surged early on the New York exchange, rising by 1.50 per bale within half an hour and leaving prices 3.75 higher than yesterday morning. Rumors of an English and American corner pushed activity before profit taking trimmed gains.
Karl Hau confessed to killing Frau Moliter in Baden Baden last November. The case drew wide notice in Germany England and the United States after Hau, once well known in Washington society and law, faced money troubles that led to the crime. His wife later killed herself in Switzerland following the arrest.
Budapest observes the fortieth anniversary of Emperor Francis Joseph antenna coronation as king of Hungary with a broad amnesty decree. The action pardons many convicted of lese majesty.
The Twenty-fifth Infantry, linked to the Brownsville incident, was ordered to sail for the Philippines from San Francisco on July 25. Their departure will remove nearly all negro troops from the United States.
In Stockholm on June yesterday Princess Margareta wife of Crown Prince Gustaf Adolfus welcomed a son. He will be the future heir to the Swedish throne.
Constantinople reports the village of Serai, about 50 miles east, leveled by an earthquake yesterday causing extensive destruction. No further details on casualties or rescuers are provided in the readable text.
Parsons College alumni in Fairfield Iowa organized the Living Endowment Union at the annual meeting. Members pledge to donate 5 percent annually of any sum to the college to deepen interest and support. Rev Edwin Mercer Sharp received the honorary Doctor of Divinity.
Waterloo authorities recapture J. E. Hosman a 20 year old quarantined for diphtheria after a morning escape in night clothes. He eluded nurses, was pursued two miles through the countryside, and is feared to die from exposure and exertion.
Iowa City council approved a $200 appropriation to cover railroad fares for local firefighters traveling to Muscatine on Tuesday for the intercity firemen’s celebration, despite the general fund being several thousand dollars overdrawn. The invitation from Muscatine’s mayor and council was formally accepted by the Iowa City aldermen and city executive.
Peoria Illinois market notes report corn at No 3 grade priced 53 and a half cents per bushel on June 8 with typical small lots and regional demand noted. Local buyers eye nearby harvest and seasonal price movements as trading progresses.
The board of directors met at Planters hotel in St. Louis and decided to hold the Rivers and Harbors Congress annual gathering in Washington D C.
Iowa City June 8 Special The 39th annual University of Iowa commencement exercises for the literary societies opened with Dean Amos N Currier presiding The Erodelphian Society named Ella Ham as presiding officer with orator Alice Caliste Wilson of Waterloo and diploma presentations The Philomathean and Hesperian societies followed with their respective officers speakers and diploma responses Zetagathian then held Its exercises with F H Dandall of Town City presiding and J T Colgrove Russell delivering the oration The event showcased multiple diplomas and student speakers from Iowa City Wellpinit and Burlington among others.
The Kansas Supreme Court granted a judgment of ouster against Anheuser Busch Brewing Co and ruled a receiver for the foreign brewery’s property in Kansas was proper to protect the court’s jurisdiction. The decision affects about a dozen foreign brewing firms.
Providence dispatch reports George W. Lonsdale killed his 11 year old daughter in Olneyville and seriously wounded his wife. He attempted to kill himself and shot at a boarder. the motive remains unknown as he lies dying.
Fort Dodge announces the Iowa Grand Council officers elected this morning. C. E. Roper of Fort Dodge is Past Grand Counselor and C. R Rohde of Waterloo is Grand Senior Counselor. Other officers include A. V. Weidel of Sioux City Grand Junior Counselor and L. I. Edson of Cornelia Bluffs Grand Secretary. Delegates to the Supreme Council are C. E. Roper and C. R. Olmstead of Sioux City. The next meeting location is to be announced.
Robert A Marmion United States Navy retired medical director died today in Washington District of Columbia due to apoplexy. He served as chief medical officer for the navy and held the rank of medical director.
Washington June reports say after long debate the administration will not prosecute E H Harriman for anti trust or rate law violations. Officials deeming him immune claim no crime under federal statutes has been proven and no substantial basis for action exists.
Railroad officials report an early yesterday attempt to wreck the outbound Southern Pacific train north of Los Angeles. A heavy log chain bound across the rails at a siding switch was found by a track walker, and would have thrown the train off the track if not discovered.
Chippewa Falls Wisconsin June reports that Thomas McGillen’s brother David and six other men were drowned in the Fayette river Idaho when two boats carrying 16 men tried to land and ran rapids the boats capsized nine men reached shore safely and survived
Defense conducts relentless cross examination but witness remains unshaken in the courtroom drama.
Testimony details Orchard's statements and possible connections to mine operators. Defense probes for motives and alleged ties to detectives, with court adjourned to Monday while Orchard remains on the stand.
Partly cloudy tonight and Sunday with possible showers in the western region. Illinois shows generally fair conditions in the north with scattered showers in the south. The sun rises at 4 16 and sets at moon rise 3 19 a m.
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