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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1902
Page
1
Col Arthur Lynch, M. P., is accused of high treason in a sensational political case. Proceedings focus on alleged acts against national authority. Local citizens await further developments as authorities pursue legal action.
Irish Member of Parliament Colonel Arthur Lynch faced arraignment in London on high treason charges. A treasury witness proved he was a British subject when he joined the Boers, while detectives testified to his Boer army cards. The case was adjourned to next Saturday.
Miss Mary Curtis Lee daughter of Gen Robert E Lee was arrested in Alexandria for violating the Jim Crow law by riding in a car reserved for Negroes She boarded a rear car with baggage and refused to move Mayor Simpson released her on recognizance to appear in police court the next day if charge pursued
Rome announces a papal commission to discuss church state questions in the Philippines. Cardinal Rampolla presides. other members include Cardinals Vannutelli Vives Tuto Gotti Steinhuber and Monseigneur Gasparri as secretary. All are part of the congregation of extraordinary ecclesiastical affairs.
Ensign Alfred Whitney and Ensign Elizabeth Sudworth of Englewood corps Chicago were married on June 14 as ragtime music played. The couple entered the stage after the ceremony and sat to the tune Break the News to Mother.
President Roosevelt signed the river and harbor bill last evening. A full cabinet meeting today confirmed the measure received his complete approval.
Carlinville June 14 Mrs Mor ris Hyde wife of a prominent farmer near Woodburn was killed when an open buggy they rode in ran away after she raised a parasol. The horse dashed away injuring her fatality occurred near Woodburn Illinois.
The M. N. and S. arrange an excursion to Peoria for Sangerfest on June 19 with a $3.90 round trip fare. A popular Sunday excursion on June 22 is offered at $1.50 round trip.
Carbondale Illinois June 14 Rev Joseph Lindsey long time Christian church minister in southern Illinois is jailed on a charge of robbing George Wright a Desoto farmer while intoxicated at a Murphysboro resort. Clothing believed to be Wrights was found in Lindseys possession. Lindsey once a successful evangelist and had fallen from grace years ago. His recent claimed reform disappointed friends.
In St Paul on June 14 the Minnesota Supreme Court held the sale of meats cannot be barred when preservatives are used. Justice Collins writes the opinion. The case from Hennepin County involved J N Rumberg of Minneapolis convicted under the pure food law for using borax and other preservatives. The court states the law applies to dairy products only.
Colfax June 14 rumors say the Cleveland syndicate led by Mrs. Alice M Butler of Des Moines and J B Coffinberry of Cleveland will sell their Des Moines Colfax interurban rights to the Iowa Central railway.
Edward Hale the young farm hand who killed Miss Zora Donaho in Cantril May 31 confessed to editor J W Rowley of the Keosauqua Republican that the girl's treatment unbalanced his mind before he hanged himself in the Keosauqua jail.
Carlo Catta pani the Marquis of Decordova, who claims Italian nobility, was discovered bound and injured on Hudson River railroad tracks. He states he obtained papers proving his claim to a valuable estate, then was assaulted by three men who robbed him and forced him to resign. He remains unconscious as police investigate.
Port Washington June 14 Theodore Bode a blacksmith escaped drowning when a repaired automobile went out of control during a trial spin. It backed into the harbor, dragging him with it before he managed to escape.
Captain Bronson, owner of the Ra venna, arrived in Dubuque and will begin raising the steamer at once. Divers work to recover four bodies trapped beneath the wreck. About $1,000 is in the safe and total repair costs are estimated at $3,000.
The Muscatine delegation to the Davenport bar convention next Wednesday includes Wm. Hoffman J. Carskaddan P. M. Detwiler J. F. Devitt and M. W. Stapleton.
Local Mystic Shrine members learn Des Moines failed to split Kaaba Temple jurisdiction. Telegrams from W. C. Hayward and George Titus report Des Moines delegation’s bid to take part of Kaaba and El Kahir territory was defeated. Boundary lines remain unchanged after Washington meeting.
R W Thompson and Miss Gertrude Carter of Muscatine quietly married in Dubuque on Thursday. The couple faced religious differences and parental opposition yet found permission from a deputy clerk and a local clergyman. Groom 23, bride 21.
Oskaloosa hosts a major gathering with a special Iowa Central train from Muscatine at 6 30 a m round trip 150. The event features prominent order members spoken addresses a band and athletic events and a plan to attend for entertainment and value. Flyers or local ticket agents provide details.
A gathering of Louisa settlers convenes in Ello for a local community event. Organizers announce activities and address community needs as residents participate and discuss plans.
Governor Guariins arrives for Old Settlers Day events with hundreds in attendance. Muscatine G A R post and delegations from Louisa and nearby counties join flag day celebrations. Park exercises feature portraits of Governor Cummins and Secretary Shaw, with a large welcome at the speaker’s stand.
Muscatine marked the 125th anniversary of the first American flag in a quiet observance. The Woman's Relief Corps and the G A R urged citizens to display emblems, with circulars sent from their headquarters. Schools in session held appropriate programs elsewhere, but Muscatine had no formal event.
Harry Crull returned to his Letts residence this morning after spending overnight in the city.
Chicago June 14 Packing House Teamsters Union aims to enforce the post strike agreement. George F. Golden says Swift & Co discharged 21 union men the night before and other firms cut 20 more, testing whether the pact between the union and packers was binding.
President A. B. Stickney and General Manager Samuel Stickney of the Great Western arrive in Sioux City Iowa to spend Sunday. They will confer with terminal owners and study conditions for extending the line to Sioux City.
Des Moines June 14 contracts are being let by the state board of control for improvements at the Glenwood state institution for the feeble minded. Superintendent F M Powell is present and contractors are bidding on the work.
London reports General Kitchener says 1800 additional Boers surrendered, lifting total captures above fourteen thousand. The figure increases pressure as operations continue.
Muscatine residents win honors at Western College Toledo Iowa Grace Hix named Director of the School of Art and Ralph M Hix a newly minted A B graduate to teach Latin at Muscatine High School A recital by William Wade Hinshaw praised Hix musical skill and Dr Thomas E Green of Cedar Rapids addressed graduates The college year ends with 23 graduates and a debt free forthcoming year
Congregational church will feature unusually meritorious singing Sunday morning by special arrangement. Soloist Mrs May Moreridge and singers Mrs Einhausen and Mrs Will McQuesten will perform.
A quick notice from Hine Bros Daylight City Hat Store promoting stylish Panama hats arriving by express from New York. The ad emphasizes new stock and prompt availability for readers seeking fashionable headwear.
London reports the death of Rev. John Spurgeon a noted Congregational minister.
A heavy rain continues for nine days with persistent downpours disrupting daily life. Officials urge caution as streets flood and local businesses brace for continued wet weather.
London endures nine days of continuous rain as street decorations crumble and fears rise that the downpour may ruin the coronation celebration. Residents voice concern that rain will persist through the event, dampening preparations and public mood.
The House approved the irrigation bill 146 to 55 after numerous amendments. It creates a reclamation fund from public land sales minus land office payments and 5 percent to the state for education. Funds will finance irrigation works in listed states and territories.
Speculators hawked tickets to a public hanging in Montreal during the execution of Thorvald Hansen, a Dane, for the murder of Eric Marotte and a 17 year old boy last autumn, aiming to obtain pocket change from onlookers.
Ottumwa Iowa June 14 special report The candidacy of B F Carroll of Bloomfield for auditor of state on the Republican ticket was unanimously endorsed by Wapello county Republicans this afternoon.
Rumor from Jacksonville Alabama on June 14 states Dr. Joseph Robbins, longtime superintendent of the Central Insane Hospital, has submitted his resignation to Governor Yates with a plan to take effect July 7.
Columbus City Iowa June 14 Dr J Morgan sold his drug store residence and medical practice to D Harry Gilkey a Keokuk medical college graduate who will take possession January 1 1903.
A letter from a Friend commends Rev Broom for a practical sermon on the Fatherhood of God and brotherhood of man. The writer notes the Salvation Army in Muscatine doing much work and hopes citizens will investigate further.
Weather bulletin notes partly cloudy tonight and Sunday with local showers and thunderstorms. Indicates warmer conditions in the east and cooler in the northwest, with cooler west portions expected Sunday.
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