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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1903
Page
1
Des Moines County and other Democratic groups push reaffirmation at state platform meeting. Nine county conventions back the move while three oppose. Des Moines county delegates vote down anti trust resolutions unanimously in Burlington, signaling a new precedent for the Kansas City platform endorsement.
Sioux City Iowa June 22 A fierce fight for reaffirmation failed as a resolution endorsing the Kansas City platform was defeated 41 to 16. The convention did not endorse Van Wagenen’s government ownership of railroads nor did it support him for governor, though delegates are expected to back him.
Ottumwa Iowa June 22 Hon Charles A Walsh secretary of the democratic national committee heads the delegates to the state convention following Saturdays session A resolution endorsed the Kansas City platform but an attempt to instruct delegates to vote for reaffirmation failed The delegation stands nine silver men and eight for gold.
Enthusiastic endorsement of the Kansas City platform and instructions to vote for it were adopted at the Marshalltown Iowa county convention after a spirited fight. A committee was chosen to redistrict the county.
Jasper county delegates at Newton Iowa supported the Kansas City platform or nothing at the convention. A strong resolution favored the platform and a unit voting delegation was chosen headed by George F. Rinehart.
Mt. Ayr Iowa June 22 County Chairman W K Currie steered a county meeting to back the Kansas City platform by more than six to one and the delegation was instructed to vote as a unit.
New Hampton Iowa June 22 no resolutions adopted at the democratic county convention. Delegation to oppose the idea of adopting resolutions. T Donovan leads the delegation.
Democratic delegates reject several resolutions in Burlington on June 22. Geo. O. Ray introduced measures condemning excessive railroad rates and free transportation, with the final anti trust resolution tabled.
Eight convicts escaped from the Colorado state penitentiary at dawn. The prison physician was overpowered, the warden's wife Mrs Cleghorn and Steward Keefe were taken prisoner, and the gate blown open with dynamite. Guards later opened fire, wounding three and recapturing the others.
The long referred secret consistory was held in Rome this morning. The pope appeared fatigued and was carried to his apartments in a sedan chair. After allocution the pope announced the homes of those chosen for high honors and the new cardinals and bishops kissed his foot for blessing. No Americans appear on the list. President Roosevelt also acts today removing New Mexico Supreme Court Justice Daniel McMillan on charges of general immorality.
A public notice reports a fearful condition existing in China. Officials urge calm while authorities monitor the situation and assess potential risks to residents and markets. Details remain scarce as agencies coordinate a response and communicate guidance.
Allamakee county endorsed Fayette county’s Adams for state superintendent at a Saturday convention in Waukon. A resolution backed Adams was adopted, with Adams present to address the gathering. Delegates to the senatorial and state conventions were chosen, including D. H. Varr, A. S. Burdick, A. G. Stewart, and J. Drogset. Adams now holds one of the 114 delegates in the fourth district.
Laurel Maryland June 22 Miss Katie Atkins was shot and killed at her home in Salisbury by Elmer Heath her lover. Heath then fired three bullets into his head and collapsed. He was rushed to jail to avoid a lynching and may recover. Both were under twenty one and had planned to marry last week before she learned he had stolen from his employer.
By unanimous consent, the county Democratic convention enacted a remarkably broad action, described as possibly the most notable move in the area's political history.
Cerro Gordo county democrats convened on Saturday and passed resolutions urging delegates to vote for reaffirmation of the Kansas City platform. Delegates listed include W. Hollman John Clay Peter Gorman A J Kilmer C L Calvert and Burgess Carr. The gold democrats were entirely absent from the meeting.
Kokomo Indiana June 22 The alleged feud between Hemlock and Oakford towns ended with two couples from rival villages marrying Yesterday John Finley brother of Myrtle Finley whose betrothed Louis Yeager was assassinated wed Mary Stillwell a witness at the inquest Minnie Stillwell sister of the other bride married MUs Sutton brother of Francis Sutton mortally wounded seven weeks ago in ambush none of the feuding parties were harmed in the weddings but the unions are seen as a step toward reconciliation
In Council Bluffs on June 22 the Pottawattamie county Democrats chose delegates to the state convention. No resolutions were adopted, but a majority favor reaffirming the Kansas City platform and likely support Judge Van Wagenen.
A Washington grand jury returned a joint indictment against Geo Lorenz former Toledo postmaster and his wife ex superintendent Machen along with Dillon and Samuel Groff members of the firm that sold patent mail box fasteners to the government on conspiracy to defraud charges. The indictment covers the same transaction as earlier indictments against Machen and Groffs.
In Wyoming near Rawlins, loaded coal cars derailed on the Greenville hill and collided with a fast freight, killing Fireman Frazell Engineer Baker Brakeman McGrath and an unknown tramp as sixteen cars wrecked. In Missouri at Coles Junction four men died and a fifth was fatally burned by muriatic acid after a collision of two Missouri Pacific freights.
Mills County Democrats at Malvern convention endorsed the Kansas City platform with modifications as time and experience show. They defeated a resolution favoring government ownership of public utilities. L. T. Genung of Glenwood led the opposition to Van Wagenen's proposal.
Harlan Iowa June 22 Shelby county democrats in convention passed no resolutions but in selecting delegates to the state convention the silver men secured nine of the ten delegates.
Red Oak Iowa June 22 Montgomery county democratic convention passed resolutions favoring reaffirmation of the Kansas City platform and nominated Henry Ebert of Sherman township for the lower house of the legislature.
Miss Maud Gage aged 22, who had been missing from Ronogo since Wednesday, was found yesterday in men's clothing working on Ernest Peugnet's farm near Carthage. She had cut her hair and was confronted by her father Edward Gage and an officer while in a bay field. She said she left home because a letter to her had been opened by her father who thought it came from a young man.
Promoted for killing. In Belgrade on June 22 the army officers who took part in the assassination of King Alexander and Queen Draga are said to be receiving promotions from King Peter. Lt Col Miscus becomes commandant of Belgrade’s military district and earns a colonelcy. Colonel Popovitch, palace guard chief, becomes a general and senior aid to King Peter. Captain Kostitch, who opened the gates, is now a major. Lt Grouitch, guard commander outside the palace, is promoted to captain.
The Rev. G. W. Brownback of Reading announces he cannot find his ideal wife. Speaking at the Black Bear camp meeting he described a nationwide quest, traveling between 5,000 and 8,900 miles from Augusta Maine to Montreal and Kankakee Illinois.
A cloud burst at Knyajevatz near Belgrade causes 42 deaths and 54 houses destroyed. Property damage estimated at 2 million dollars.
Major James Burton Pond long known as a manager of lecturers and singers died at his Jersey City home following surgery on June 17 that led to the amputation of his right leg. He had been ill for a month and the wound failed to heal after a prior minor procedure, despite initial hopes for recovery.
In Morristown New Jersey on June 22 a man named R O Garmby sat by Hibena turnpike Beach Glen eating a live three foot blacksnake with grass as he bit the snake. Cyclists notified authorities and only the snake’s head remained when he was taken away. He said he is a follower of Mme Blavatsky and the reincarnation of a hog.
Jose Signoro and George Bruno of Hoboken were arrested on suspicion of robbery and involvement in a plan to blow up the liner Umbria. A letter on one prisoner mentioned placing an infernal machine at the Umbria dock.
Predictions of a stern battle between the Cunard company and the Morgan ship combine as Cunarders notify withdrawal from the Atlantic pact on July 1. Cunard has stayed aloof from the combine yet shared rate and sailing day agreements, citing White Star line as violating the weekly ship schedule.
Iowa forecast shows generally fair conditions tonight and Tuesday with a slight rise in temperatures on Tuesday. The report notes sunrise at 4 16 and sunset at 7 28 with the moon rising at 2 11 am.
Stanford Northrop nephew of Jay Gould and once a wealthy St. Louis figure died by suicide at Claude Kennerly’s home 3731 Delmar avenue after isolating in his room following a move from Laclede avenue. Police report he shot himself in the temple. Mrs. Northrop and an eight year old daughter are in Camden, New Jersey where he will be buried.
In New York on June 22 the Reliance led within twenty minutes of sailing and before the first mark as the Columbia and Constitution chased. The pair wore each other down, losing hundreds of yards, and the Reliance finished well ahead by 4 minutes 17 seconds over the Constitution and 7 minutes 31 seconds over the Columbia.
Berlin June 22 Tageblatt reports Russia and the holy synod are involved in propaganda against Jews in Russia. The article cites the newspaper’s assertion of coordinated anti Jewish campaigns.
In Glowitz East Prussia riots during progress of elections left several houses destroyed. Police killed one rioter and injured many others. Troops were deployed to quell the disturbance.
Mason City June 22 A Pinkerton detective and Adams Express Agent Buchannan are in the city after a thief who stole two stones valued at 500 dollars from the Chapin express Office. The thief has been located and officers are pursuing him.
The New York stock exchange led by the day’s closing prices lists a range across leading stocks and securities with figures reflecting the day’s trading at the close of business today.
At Thursday night’s council meeting Mayor R. S. McNutt appointed Dr. S. G. Stein L B Richman and Mrs Henry Jayne as trustees for the P M Musser library I B Richman succeeds J J Engel who resigned
Advices from China report famine in Kwang Si province increasing with thousands starving and humans publicly offered for sale. Two hundred thousand people are said to be famished as reports from Victoria B C dated June 22 describe the crisis.
Four companies of the Iowa militia guarded street car plants in Dubuque on June 22 as service resumed after last Tuesday night’s riot. Crowds filled the streets but no demonstration occurred while peace alliance members pledge support to the cars and the strike is expected to end.
A Great Northern train broke from its engine on a steep hill and ran three miles into Spokane. Part of the train jumped the track, wrecking the Crustie laundry and a sleeping shack housing nine men.
A Budapest message reports that dynamite exploded under the grand vizier's palace in Constantinople and Bulgarians are said to have fired the bombs. The incident caused a narrow escape with numerous arrests.
A Chicago Sunday edition features a half tone of Frank Koeckeritz, Muscatine pearl dealer, and recounts Bert Roby finding a precious gem two weeks ago. The piece notes pearls from Mississippi River clammers vary in color from white to heliotrope, and shapes range from near round to with unusual tridiscence, affecting value.
The First M E Sunday school held its annual Children day program yesterday at 7 30 pm featuring a primary department graduation. The class included Clarence Beck Glen Boose Farl Benson Lillie Smith Paul Shinn Helen Ruffner Flossie Samuelson Emma Durkee Rodney Lindsley Merle Mapes Clara Chamberlain Royal Mathis Harold Kemble John Chese brough Bell Shepard Mabel Vogue Della Hallof and Walter Zetler with a vacant chair. Each received a diploma and a testament from leaders Mrs Mason Mrs Mull and Pastor Dr C L Stafford.
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