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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1903
Page
1
European press reports grave rumors about the Russian czar facing assassination by a member of the imperial family. Die Nation notes danger from internal dissent, claiming some believe the czar's weakness endangers Russia and malcontents may consider murder patriotic.
Brazil Indiana June 20 Guy White a school teacher and religious worker narrowly escaped lynching after being brought into court on a paternity charge filed by 16 year old Miss Mabel Sanders who said he first assaulted her when she was thirteen and his pupil at school
Post master General Payne presents clear evidence that a New York post office ring sold appointments and promotions. August W. Machen, former free delivery superintendent and indicted for bribes, led the operation and shared profits.
In Logansport Indiana on June 20 Alice Fairchild aged 11 months attempted to eat a dozen live snakes in imitation of a circus act. She suffered numerous bites from the snakes and remains in precarious condition.
The head camp of the Modern Woodmen announces admission of Virginia Kentucky District of Columbia and Arizona. Regions Tennessee Texas Arkansas and New Jersey are rejected.
Chicago reports Charlie Burns a famed pugilist pressed a revolver to his heart amid a mob seeking vengeance for an assault on a woman. He fired and fatally wounded himself as the crowd closed in last evening.
Iowa forecast calls for possible showers tonight with Sunday partly cloudy conditions. Sun rises at 4 15 and sets at 7 28 with the moon rising at 12 54 a m.
Disgrace claims target a United Brethren minister who cannot be located. The Webster City District presiding elder is cited as making allegations about the divine. Other details are not available in the readable text.
Cardinal Herbert Vaughan archbishop of Westminster died at seventy one after a long illness in London England. Rev A B Roberts United Brethren minister who served in Webster City left the city amid grave charges alleged by Presiding Elder Hicks regarding inappropriate conduct in an Ohio town.
The event centers on a fast paced race at the Chicago track with a $32,500 purse and thousands of dollars wagered. Officials expect a tense afternoon as horses strain for the prize at four o clock.
The sixteenth American Derby at Washington Park features Savable High Chancellor Judge Himes Claude and others with a $32,500 purse. The field includes 12 starters and several doubtful entries as spectators await the result of post time.
President John Mitchell of the mine workers is on the verge of a breakdown after constant worry, hard work and travel. He had to leave his office today and officials urge him to take a long rest as his condition appears very ill.
Local Democratic actions in Clinton and Keosauqua reflect rebukes to delegates tied to Bryanism and the free silver position. Vinton would keep its delegation uninstructed but aligned with past pro Bryan line. Van Buren county congress delegates condemn failure to reaffirm the Kansas City platform.
Daniel J. Bantz aged 24 of Independence and Muscatine, a fireman on the Illinois Central passenger engine, perished after being trapped under wreckage near Waterloo. He resided at the Transfer hotel in Waterloo, was unmarried, and left insurance of 1000 with the Locomotive Firemen and 1509 with the Maccabees along with 1000 with Continental Casualty. He begged for chloroform before death and died after about forty five minutes.
Chicago reports seventy five percent of striking cooks and waiters back to work after an agreement reached last night. Restaurants and hotels resume normal operations ahead of the Derby crowd.
A Tangier dispatch says Morish troops and tribesmen fought at Ainmedinna. The Moorish general and 6,000 men were reported killed or lost in the engagement.
Will Van Benthuysen, managing editor of the World, died at his home in Prospect Park South Brooklyn at 4 PM yesterday afternoon. He resided at 120 Buckingham road. His death ends a long career in journalism.
Companies from Waterloo Independence and Maquoketa reach Dubuque tonight by governor order to restore order during the street car strike. Troops were requested by leading citizens. cars likely to resume service tomorrow.
Dubuque attorney C J Longueville announced as candidate to succeed Judge Shiras in the northern district of Iowa. He is a prominent figure and reportedly enjoys strong support in the race.
Judge Oliver P. Shiras of the United States court for the northern district of Iowa announces plans to retire on November 1 upcoming. He will be 70 years old in October.
A blast at the Central Torpedo Manufacturing plant in Cincinnati resulted in the death of proprietor Fred Pape and likely fatal injuries to one worker. The explosion occurred this morning and authorities are investigating the cause.
In Hamburg the Kaiser unveiled a statue and barriers broke causing chaos. Wild scenes left fifty eight injured as ambulances carried victims away.
Vienna dispatch June 20 reports Belgrade published a false tale that the sultan of Turkey had abdicated. The rumor is stated to have no foundation and the ruler remains in control.
A Vatican cardinal’s telegram from Paris reports the pope’s indisposition has passed and that His Holiness is again enjoying good health in June in Paris.
Major James H. Pond, famed manager of lectures and singers, had his right leg amputated to save his life in Jersey City New York on June 20. The operation followed a severe illness and aims to preserve his overall health and future activities.
Karl Mayne a prominent young banker in Council Bluffs Iowa was shot and killed while digging bait for a fishing expedition. His revolver caught on the shovel handle and exploded in the incident the weapon firing through his body authorities reported.
The Union in San Diego California reports that U S Grant is a candidate for the Republican nomination for vice president next year.
The steamer J S arrived at noon bearing an excursion from Moline. The trip was organized by St Angelius, the Swedish Episcopal church of that city.
Hilton Brown manager of the News Arthur Stahl a St Louis detective James Noel attorney for the council investigating committee and George Hunt secretary of the Citizens league were indicted in Indianapolis on a conspiracy to corrupt Edward Logsdon commissioner of public works Stahl allegedly offered 1.50 for the privilege of operating 150 slot machines and the others conspired to pay it.
Rome reports the pope wishes to consult an American or English physician about his illness. The note underscores the papal desire for expert medical opinion abroad as he manages health concerns from Rome.
Open high low close futures for Wheat Corn Oats Pork Lard and Ribs listed with small gains and losses. Chicago hog receipts 17 000 open 5e lower close 5c lower. Cattle receipts 3090 steady. Kansas City and Omaha hogs and cattle receipts show modest activity. Weather shows scattered showers across several states.
Dubuque Iowa June 7 striking conductors and motormen rejected Union Electric company settlement offer and proposed a board of arbitration to hear appeals from the general manager’s discharge decisions. Company rejected the idea but negotiations are expected to continue.
New York closing prices show varied movement across sectors. Major rail and industrial shares fluctuate with Atchison, Missouri Pacific, Unione Pacific and Reading among notable entries. Steel, Wabash, Sugar and Copper futures indicate mixed sentiment as markets end the day.
Atalissa resident Nyemaster, named temporary chairman at the county Republican convention, argues tariff revision should suit people’s interests and praises Republican policies over Democratic theories. He notes prosperity under GOP leadership, higher wages for workers, rising farm prices, more mortgaged paid, and increased college attendance.
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