08 Mar 1902
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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1902
Page
1
Rebels lash out across Kwangsai region as fires burn buildings and loot spreads amid ongoing clashes. Authorities report widespread unrest, with reports of insurgent activity disrupting markets and transportation networks.
Hong Kong reports the Kwangsi rebellion spreading as Triads join rebels looting and burning villages. At Kai Chow the guard was overpowered. prisoners were released and 5s Ske remained.
Des Moines reports Dr A B Marshall of Central Presbyterian church connected with the Midland Chautauqua confirms Miss Eben Stone will visit Des Moines for a lecture on her captivity with Bulgarian bandits. She will share experiences from the cave and mountains during her ransom ordeal. A tentative arrival on July 9 is explored, subject to schedule.
Keokuk, Iowa march 8 The proposed trolley line from Keokuk to Mooar Iowa has been abandoned Chicago capitalist D M Farson would have built it if Keokuk subscriptions reached 10 dollars but only about half that amount was raised Keokuk businessmen oppose the Keokuk Mebchanant would donate 200 for a line to Nauvoo Warsaw and Carthage others would follow suit
Miss Ethel Foraker daughter of Ohio Senator Foraker had a wild horseback ride at French Lick Springs with an unmanageable horse. She and Miss Katherine Maitland of Michigan were riding when the horse bolted after a piece of paper and ran for over three miles.
A follower of Dowie sent three 2 cent stamps as the smallest known contribution to the conscience fund at Chicago Post Office. The stamps were received by Postmaster Coyne on March 8.
A follower of Dowie stated he was paying his tithes to the government, marking a transfer of religious obligation into public revenue. The remark reflects tensions between faith ledgers and state taxation during the period.
The University of Pennsylvania debate team defeated University of Michigan representatives in Philadelphia. Judges voted two to one in favor of Pennsylvanians on the question whether compulsory voting should be adopted in the United States. Pennsylvania carried the affirmative.
Mrs Evelyn H Belden who led the Iowa Equal Suffrage Association for three years will move to Washington D C where her husband Captain W S Belden has been assigned a treasury department post. She has lectured nationally and helped organize Nebraska and Iowa suffrage efforts.
National council of the Knights of Columbus votes at their annual session in New Haven to stop paying death benefits to members who are liquor dealers. The ruling reflects the organization's temperance stance and affects all chapters nationwide.
Akron businessman Charles A. Semier, a prominent young figure in the city, is missing and is accused of taking $10,000 from others. The report notes his prominence and the alleged embezzlement.
A fragment notes fatigue during a journey and a traveler’s limited willingness to meet visitors, signaling plans altered by exhaustion.
Prince Henry stayed in his Waldorf Astoria suite through the forenoon resting after the journey and declined all social and official calls. He dined with Mrs. Ogden Mills and later rode in to the Mills mansion with cavalry. The guest list included Assistant Secretary Hill General Corbin Admiral Evans Mrs. John Jacob Astor Mrs. Alfred Vanderbilt and J P Morgan.
New York March 8. The long running labor dispute between the New York Sun and Typographical Union No 1 is settled. Both sides confirm an agreement reached at a conference of Sun directors and union representatives. The office will be unionized and displaced compositors may remain if they join the union. Senator Hanna reportedly helped broker the settlement.
New York reports the steamer Etruria has not been heard from. Cunard officials announced this morning the vessel is overdue and missing.
Memphis March 8 burglars blew open the Bank of Collierville but the inner vaults remained unopened. Initial reports claimed $15000 stolen. later examination showed the inner vaults untouched while the outer safe was demolished.
Miss Mabel Lacey won first with The Soul of the Violin Miss Mamie F Jayne took second with Reuben Toasts Tricycle and Arthur Sprague placed third with Toussaint L Ouverture The event featured three judged classes and will send the trio to the Wa pello tri city contest in two weeks with judges Miss Adelaide Lasheck Prof E F Schall and Prof I S Peppers.
The Supreme Court today granted Jessie Morrison a new trial in Topeka. She was convicted of murdering Mrs. Olin Castle, who had married her former husband.
In Belleville Newfoundland Maren 8 the Circuit Court heard Harry Meyers once a notorious safe blower testify against his brother Charlie Meyers and co defendants Sylvester Savignac and John Stevens in the National Stock Yards Bank robbery trial.
A concise report states that American forces opened fire at Manila in the early fighting, marking the initial combat action of the engagement. It notes the start of hostilities and identifies involved parties and location. Further details were not provided in the fragment.
Washington reports Gen nishes said during testimony that Filipino forces wore charms to avoid death and could not hit a barn with a rifle. He claimed the first shot came from American forces and described Filipino fighting as superstition driven.
Mrs Chittum and Miss Lillian Davis learned of Eleanor Burrell’s death in Moline Illinois. Morning Sun and Columbus Junction prep contest selected Mollie Gunnells Pearl Hayden and Bert Christie to represent Wapello in the final event.
Cecil Rhoads who is seriously ill with angina pectoris in Cape Town shows slight improvement today as he rests. The report notes his condition remains serious but better from yesterday.
Four thousand seal fishermen in St John Newfoundland halted operations this morning by tying up twenty steamships bound for the sealing grounds. They demanded higher wages for the season, signaling possible delays in the expedition.
New York reports Payne Whitney and his wife to receive a wedding present of a fine residence on upper Fifth Avenue worth about one million dollars. The site has been purchased by Colonel Oliver H. Payne, the groom’s uncle, and the house will be a gift to the couple.
George Cas Coyne was sentenced to eight years in Corydon for the killing of Toby McCann a schoolboy by a whip in January. The case drew regional attention as a shocking act in Ottumwa Iowa.
Prince Henry of Prussia has completed a nine day American tour covering 4 358 miles and visiting thirteen states. He returned to the city last evening and expressed pleasure at the reception from hundreds of thousands of people through his aide Captain von Mueller. He said the trip gave a fair view of the United States and its resources and showed how hospitable Americans were to the German emperor's envoy.
Indianapolis readers report strong backing for Booth Tarkington in the Republican bid for the legislature. supporters claim 5 000 to 6 000 colored voters will back him due to his kindness to the colored community.
Thursday brought a joyful gathering at the Letts U B church parsonage as Rev L M Underwood and wife were toasted by the congregation. Friends delivered baskets and remembrances while Rev Brean and wife hosted, presenting gifts of gold rimmed glasses, a rocking chair, and a silver cutlery set before a hearty dinner.
Blairsburg Mayor McVicker pleaded guilty in Fort Dodge to selling liquor without a government license. He sold beer labeled Hop Cream and used his office to violate federal law in a prohibition town. He was fined 190 dollars plus costs and found practicing without a license.
New York March 8 It was not adulation of Prince Henry but the desire to secure the finest suite of rooms on the Kronprinz Wilhelm that drew several society women to apply for suite 9 on the vessel The ship begins its first homeward trip since bringing the prince to this country A cluster of wealthy women led by Mrs William Astor Mrs W K Vanderbilt Jr Mrs Charles T Yerkes Mrs Elisha Dyer Jr Mrs J A Harriman and Mrs Oliver Harriman Jr sought the room with clerks noting no oddity in the simultaneous applications
In Norfolk Virginia authorities press another attempt to arbitrate the street car strike after last night’s breakdown. Several cars were wrecked by mobs in the suburbs and the militia remains in charge to restore order.
A. W. Miller of United Typewriter and Supplies Co. in Davenport shows the New Century typewriter and says he will visit the city every 30 days.
Robert Seier and his young son visited Davenport yesterday with Mrs Seiler who remains a patient at St Luke's hospital. He reports she is progressing well and may sit up by next Monday.
Mrs John H. Baker and her two young daughters from Conesville are guests of her parents, Mr and Mrs va H Strong, in the city.
Several real estate transfers were filed for record yesterday. Names include Johanns D. Schroeder and wife to C. R. Schroeder for parts of sections 25 and 26 totaling 78 acres, N. Bast to George Fisch for a lot in the northwest quarter, and Henry Geiss to Walter L. Johnson for lots 1 and 2 in a specified subdivision. dollar values range from 3500 to 4000.
George Palmer, 50, single, was killed last night on the Burlington and Western near Butler. His body was found this morning beside the track. he was intoxicated.
Heinrich Mueller of the Orange Free State asked Secretary Hay whether the United States could aid Boers in the South African reconcentration camps. Hay cited neutrality and offered no help. London reported General Kitchener’s seizure of 35 Boers, 310000 rounds, a Maxim gun, and other stores at a cave near Reitz.
The county clerk records two suits filed yesterday and today. Catharine Kindler sues John and Anne Bern for 144 dollars 33 cents on an August 14 1891 note. Charles Cope sues F W Lafrentz for 67 dollars 53 cents on a February 6 1896 note. Both set for April district court term.
An item in last evening's column was in error. The Oriental Tea by the young ladies of the First Baptist church has no admission charge. Refreshments will be offered for a nominal price of lic.
Frank Nelson the proprietor plans to establish the Silver Grill Chop House as the best Sunday dinner destination in the city. He urges customers to call early to be first served and guarantees a reputation for quality.
Local dealer W. J. Vanatta warns that orders placed with out of stock suppliers cannot be filled by Decoration Day. He invites customers to view his ready finished cemetery work and stock at 51% Fast Second Street.
John Bennison came home last night aboard the midnight train after a business trip to Chicago.
Market update from Chicago shows cattle receipts at 200, sheep 2,500 with mixed to steady close, car lots of wheat 13, corn 99, oats 89, hogs 21,000. Liverpool and New York stocks and bank statement figures follow, with clearances totaling wheat and flour 264,000, corn 9,600, oats 1,600 bushels.
March 8 report from Chicago notes generally fair conditions for Iowa tonight and Sunday. Temperatures expected to be moderate with light winds and no precipitation indicated.
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