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Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1906

Page

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Public Building Bill Clears Lower House

The public building bill passed the lower house without amendment. All towns named in yesterday's dispatch receive a share and await senate action with broad expectations of passage.

Court martial finds Captain Wynne guilty of insubordination

The court martial of Captain R. F. Wynne of the United States Marine Corps has found him guilty and recommended dismissal from the service. The case is now with the President for final action.

Washington, D. C R. F. Wynne United States Marine Corps

Arranged Anti Trust League Names Bryan Meeting Committee

A committee was appointed to organize a meeting with Bryan. The group will oversee the arrangements and carry the task of coordinating the event under the league’s oversight.

A U W Decides to Assess Members at Meeting

The Asssociation of the Ancient Order of United Workmen votes to levy assessments on all members amid debt worries. Prominent Democrats from across the country attend as the President approves Captain Wynne's resignation, to be effective immediately. Letts Iowa June 26 reports detail a Methodist district convention with Rev J W Hancher and various papers on church unity. Afternoon sessions include minister reports, a fine luncheon, and upcoming talks by Rev J W Potter and J R Hanley with a Muscatine quartet. High rate jurisdictions agree on a fixed rate plan, with a Bryan reception committee named by the Anti-Trust League including Tom L Johnson and others, chaired by Governor Folk. Possible aid-guarantee fund mentioned.

J. W. Hancher Mt. Pleasant Hancher Muscatine Pugh Riverside New York N. Y Commercial Travelers Anti- Trust League William Hoge League Bryan Tom L. Johnson Ohio Francis Burton Harrison Bird S. Coler Augustus Thomas Lewis Nixon Alexander Troub A. H. Eastman John H. O’brien Congress Governor Folk Montreal Canada Supreme Lodge of the Ancient Order of United Workmen Agzo

Thaw faces murder charge in dramatic New York case

Harry Kendall Thaw, son of a Pittsburgh millionaire, is held after fatally shooting architect Stanford White at Madison Square Garden. Thaw’s defense contends insanity, bail denied, coroner’s inquest set, with Mrs Evelyn Nesbit Thaw key to ongoing proceedings.

Harry K. Thaw New York N. Y Harry Kendall Thaw Stanford White Thaw Tenderloin Madison Square Roof Garden Harry Thaw Pittsburg McKim, Mead & White, Architects Evelyn Nesbit Thaw Young Thaw

Public building bill advances through House without opposition

Washington June 26 Special The public building bill including all towns previously granted has passed the House without amendment and now proceeds to the Senate. With no opposition or proposed amendments in either chamber, supporters expect smooth passage and a presidential signature after Senate approval. Muscatine's new public building project is farther along than ever, with Congressman Dawson noted for progress.

Washington, D. C House Senate Frank J. Stillman Cannon Allison Muscatine Dawson

Woman Balloonist Hurt In Fall At Park

Miss Lota Ails worth, 25, amateur balloonist from Lewis town Illinois, fell about 100 feet from her parachute while making a ascent at an amusement park in Peoria yesterday afternoon. She landed on a rock pile and suffered internal injuries believed to be fatal.

Peoria Ill Lota Ailsworth Lewistown

National Bank Supervisors Hold Annual Convention

State bank examiners from many states attend the National Association of Supervisors of State Banks annual convention in Milwaukee. They aim to improve banking department efficiency and secure uniform examination of banks and laws across states.

Milwaukee Wis National Association of Supervisors of State Banks

Aledo Baseball Team Arrives for Series with Independents

The Aledo baseball squad reached our city last night aboard the steamer Helen Blair from New Boston Illinois for a three game set with the Independents. The Illinois lads are fast and the series promises interest. The Independents landed this afternoon on the El Paso from Moline after delivering a measure to Rock Island yesterday.

Helen Blair Aledo New Boston Independents Illinois el Paso Moline Rock Island

American Magazine sold to Phillips Publishing group

The American Magazine long known as Leslie's Monthly and led by Frederic L. Colver with Ellery Sedgwick and others has been sold to the Phillips Publishing company. The buyer includes John S. Phillips Lincoln Steffens Ray Stannard Baker Ida Tarbell A A Boyden Peter Dunne and William Allen White. Price is about 400000.

New York American Magazine Leslie’s Monthly Frederic L. Colver Ellery Sedgwick William Morrow R. C. Wilson C. D. Spalding Phillips Publishing Company John S. Phillips Lincoln Steffens Ray Stannard Baker Ida M. Tarbell A. A. Boyden MacClure S Magazine Peter Finley Dunne William Allen White

Sel fridge Waring to open London dry goods store

London June 26 H G Selfridge of Chicago announces formation of Sel fridge Waring a London dry goods corporation with capital stock 35 000 000. It has an Oxford street building option and plans a Sept 1 1907 opening modeled on Marshall Field Chicago about half its size.

London H. G. Selfridge Chicago Selfridge & Waring Oxford Street Marshall Field

Notire to Militia Officers on Rifle Practice Benefits

Acting Secretary of War Oliver issues guidance to state and territorial militia officers on using recent legislation. At least 25 percent of federal funds for National Guard operations must go to rifle practice. Land bought with government funds for rifle ranges is US title. states act as trustees. Loss or destruction costs may be deducted from the state's next year's allowance.

Washington, D. C Oliver United States

Found Dead in Panitorium in West Liberty

Charlie Hormel proprietor of a panitorium on Third Street was found dead in the bathroom at 11:15 am by a Davenport traveler. Dr. Kimball said he had been dead for some time and epilepsy is suspected. Born September 9, 1881, he was son of Mr. and Mrs. George Hormel, with sister Mina and brother Harry, and was well liked in town.

West Liberty Charlie Hormel Third Street Davenport Kimball Charles Hormel George Hormel Fifth Street Mina Harry

Death in Palmist Parlor Ends Cedar Rapids Bottling Proprietor

John Brown, proprietor of Brown & Hurtt Bottling Works, died in a palmist's parlor in Cedar Rapids after a brief moment of prognostication and fortune telling. Readings completed in minutes as fate ended his life.

Cedar Rapids John Brown Brown & Hurtt Bottling Works

Couple Elopes From Marengo Seized By Police

J M Cummings a traveling man from Chicago and Ruth Wilson of Marengo were arrested after attempting to elope. They fled down a third story window using a fire escape as officers pursued them. Cummings is alleged to be a bigamist.

Towa City J. M .Cummings Chicago Ruth Wilson Marengo Cummings Oes

Morrison Accepts Special Counsel Post for Standard Oil Probe

Chicago June 26 District Attorney C B Morrison announced he had been appointed special counsel for the government to conduct the investigation into the management of the Standard Oil company and related railroads and had accepted the role.

Chicago Standard Oi! Co C. B. Morrison Standard Oil Company

London to Get Meat Law From Parliament

London reports the county council health committee recommends parliamentary powers to establish food inspection stations and public slaughter houses in London and to inspect all food entering the city.

London London County Council

Children in the Lake Drownings Near Chicago

Mary and Leonard Faulkner, children of John D. Faulkner of Langley Avenue, disappeared last Thursday and were found drowned in a Lake Michigan lagoon near the Thirty-eighth Street pier. Police used dynamite to locate the bodies. the boy was found first with clenched hands and a coat and shoe nearby, the girl surfaced after another explosion. the injuries were not described as bruised.

Chicago Mary Leonard Faulkner John D. Faulkner Langley Avenue Lake Michigan Thirty-eighth Street Pier

Basil Rederer Found Dead in Goose Lake Hotel

Basil Rederer a about 50 year old stone mason was found dead in bed this morning in the Goose Lake hotel near Clinton Iowa He had gone to Goose Lake to work Saturday night and retired in his usual health An investigation was started to determine whether death was from natural causes or self harm.

Clinton Basil Rederer Goose Lake Rederer

Continuance Granted in Nagel Murder Case

William Nagel charged with the murder of Carl Brady on Island B near Muscatine Iowa will not be tried this term. The case moved from Rock Island to Henry county on a venue winge. Judge Graves granted a continuance until the November term while awaiting the supreme court habeas corpus decision. Nagel remains in Cambridge jail until trial.

Cambridge Ill William Nagel Carl Brady Muscatine Iowa Henry County Rock Island County Graves Supreme Court Nagel Cambride

Leaders surrender on Cebu last resistance to Americans

In Manila on June 26, Quientin and Adva, leaders of the Puila jane in Cebu, surrendered to Governor Osmeno and the constabulary. The surrender ends the armed resistance with the rifles and ammunition of their band also handed over.

Manila P. I Quientin Adva Osmeno Constabulary Cebu

Wife of Thaw to appear before grand jury

A subpoena was served on Mrs. Thaw by the district attorney calling her to appear before the grand jury on Thursday. She conferred with her husband’s lawyers at the DA’s office as Black Olcott Gruber and Bonynge, led by former Governor Frank S. Black, were engaged to represent Thaw’s interests in the criminal proceedings.

Thaw Police Criminal Court Daniel O’reilly Joseph Brewster Turnbull Tombs Lawler Lewis Delafield Evelyn Thaw Dooley

Hoffman Captured After Davenport Murder Suspect Surrenders

Davenport June 26 Special Hoffman known as Cappy Hoffman surrenders to Davenport police claiming self defense as his plea in the fatal street shooting of John Esberg after a Sunday morning disturbance. Wounded Paul Ross is reported to be recovering.

Davenport Cappy” Hoffman John Esberg Chicago Paul Ross

Shooting at Paxton Ends in Fatal Duel Over Cards

In a card game dispute at Paxton Iowa Sam Watkins drew a revolver and fatally shot Toby Hayden. Watkins was captured at Bussey this morning.

Oskaloosa Paxton Sam Watkins Toby Hayden Watkins Bussey

Woman jailed in Iowa for attempted murder by razor attack

Mrs Frank Parr is jailed in Oskaloosa Iowa on an attempted murder charge after locking herself in a closet with Edna Fritz and slashing the girl with a razor. A ferocious struggle ensued and Fritz escaped severely cut.

Oskaloosa Iowa Frank Parr Edna Fritz

Centerville Approves Two More Miles of Brick Paving

The Centerville city council passed resolutions for two additional miles of brick paving. A contract will be let on July 10, bringing total paving to seven miles in the town.

Centerville

Mrs Roosevelt Heads to Oyster Bay as Kids Join

Mrs Roosevelt leaves Washington for Oyster Bay on June 26 as the president’s children are already at the seaside home awaiting her arrival.

Oyster Bay Washington, D. C Roosevelt

Corey Denies Wife Charges in Divorce Case

W E Corey president of United States Steel Corp filed an answer in Reno Nevada denying that his wife is a legal resident of Nevada and denying abandonment. The document was signed in New York on June 19 and filed June 26.

Reno Nev W. E. Corey United States Steel Corporation Nevada Corey New York

Burlington catcher Whitney dies after pitched-ball injury

Waterloo Iowa June 26 Special. Catcher Whitney of the Burlington baseball team died this morning from a head injury caused by a pitched ball during last Sunday's game. He had remained unconscious since the accident.

Waterloo Whitney Burlington

Wolves Den Found Near 76 Township Farm

County Treasurer Stocker paid a bounty of two dollars on three young wolves. W R Scott of 76 township brought in the wolf cubs after discovering a den on his farm this morning at the courthouse.

Court House Stocker W. R. Scott

Young Girl Drowns Drawing Water From Well

In Marshalltown Iowa on June 26 Nellie Cross aged from Grand Junction fell headfirst into a well while using a rope and bucket and died.

Marshalltown Nellie Cross Grand Junction

James Fiske Sentenced Five Days for Prolonged Drunk

James Fiske was jailed for five days in Justice Howe's court on an information by Officer Zeug. He was arrested Sunday and released yesterday morning on the promise of good behavior.

James Fiske Howe Zeug Fiske

Weather for Iowa and Chicago forecast

The Chicago dispatch reports likely showers tonight or Wednesday with warmer conditions tonight. It notes sunrise at 4 17 and sunset at 7 29 with the moonset at 10 45 p m.

Chicago

Also Mentioned on This Page

Nad Patch Bill Methodist Ministers OF the Muscatine District Gath Anti-Trust League Department Wynne of the Letts F. B. Tucker J. W. Potter J. R. Hanley Muscatine Epworth League Tillman, Elkins and Cullom House Committee On Interstate and Foreign Commerce Hepburn Panama Canal Jefferson Market BUY American Magazine McClure Deal Field Store Place OF Business Palmist Morrison Will Ap Pear Grand Jury New York, N. Y Poena Mrs. Thaw District Attorney's Fice Frank S. Black Was Hoffman Buxton
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