24 Mar 1902
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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1902
Page
1
Labor groups split over a proposed anti injunction measure. The federation faces opposition from unions arguing the bill threatens worker rights and collective bargaining protections.
The article notes a surge in smallpox with 24,571 cases and 707 deaths in the United States, up from 11,496 cases and 149 deaths last year. It also reports Gen. Elwell S. Otis ending active service and moving to the retired list.
Berlin argues that Germany bans preserved WRAx meats for both domestic and foreign products and that American exporters have no cause for complaint. German agents say thoracic meat preserving is unknown there and unlikely to grow, with rules aimed at blocking American competition.
In Houghton Michigan on March 24 a dynamite blast at the Bouilard residence eight miles north of the city killed two men and seriously injured another. The explosion started a fire while the family attended church and two dynamite boxes stored for stump blasting detonated. Neighbors aiding the blaze were struck by falling timber.
Liberty Kempf of Kempf Bros. was shot and killed by his wife at their home in Washington Indiana on Saturday night. Kempf was a prominent local businessman noted for his temperance issues and prior drunken disputes with his family.
Washington March 24. The Talmage family denies reports that he is dangerously ill and says his condition this morning is greatly improved, contradicting claims of despair over his recovery.
Mt Pl aint, Ia March 23 Judge W S Babb who had been named as a possible appointee to the proposed educational board of control absolutely refuses to have anything to do with it.
Andrew Carnegie has announced he gifted thirty eight new libraries, with Iowa receiving seven, leading in percentage. A list names forty four towns and allotments, including Maquoketa 10000 dollars Oskaloosa 20000 dollars Atlantic 12500 Iowa City 25000 Cedar Falls 15000 Denison 10000 Hampton 16000.
The school board will meet tonight at the high school building to organize for the coming year and discuss submitting the school building proposition to voters. A board member said no teachers' election will occur this evening and that this matter is postponed to a later date.
The Hope Again Conference for Peace has strengthened markets by boosting investor confidence and signaling renewed stability. Officials cited increased trade activity and cautious optimism among business leaders amid ongoing diplomacy.
Official explanations confirm Acting President Schalkburger and Boer leaders sought a peace conference with Kitchener. Safe conduct through British lines enabled the Boers to meet with ex President Steyn to discuss peace proposals, with government consent.
The article notes that proper supervision of various manufacturing tasks at the arsenal and the near completion of the small arms plant will raise the government’s capacity to furnish improved rifles. Once machinery installation is finished, rifle production will nearly double for the army.
Two Pennsylvania freight trains collided near Youngstown Ohio this morning. Four men were killed and three injured. The dead are Norman Graham fireman James Thomas switchman and Chas Blackburn an unknown brakeman.
Des Moines March 24 The house unanimously refused to accept senate amendments to Hamann's interurban bill mainly the freight hauling prohibition. The measure returns to the senate for conference. The house also passed the petroleum examination bill with no senate session.
A dramatic header announces a forthcoming scandal involving the U S Treasury Department, signaling a major political development or investigation. The piece conveys urgency without detailing individuals, dates, or specific allegations.
Washington reports claim that exposures threaten to shake the treasury department. A high salary official is said to be building a $50 000 house while drawing a $2 000 annual pay. Commissioner Powderly allegedly asked for an Ellis Island probe, but Taylor allegedly suppressed evidence.
Chicago March 24. Federal Judge Grosscup granted a temporary injunction requested by the Interstate Commerce Commission. The order halts rate cuts by the Illinois Central Michigan Central Lake Shore Pennsylvania and Chicago and Northwestern railroads and remains in effect until June 9.
Chicago reports a machinist Jas Towns his wife and eight year old daughter died from asphyxiation in their apartment. Authorities consider the death a possible double murder and self harm. Towns had faced threat of discharge from his employers, with despondency noted in recent days.
Milwaukee youth John Brown aged 16 living at 655 Thirtieth street is found dead in a closet having hanged himself by a rope from a pole tried after reading athletic journals. Authorities say the death was accidental as the rope twisted and prevented self rescue.
Secretary Root sent a message to Congress urging a $27 000 appropriation for two sets of officers quarters at Rock Island arsenal. He notes existing buildings do not provide quarters for all assistant officers as experience shows is necessary.
W. J. Vanatta's building at 504 Mulberry is fully stocked with monuments ready for Decoration Day delivery. Call 517 E. 2nd Street for orders or inquiries.
Judge E H Thayer honored in Clinton Iowa with a loving cup from admirers across the state. Thayer, a prominent figure noted for a unanimous Democratic Senate bid, former Iowa House speaker, ex chairman of a national convention, and former head of the National Good Roads Association, received the gift Saturday night.
Rumor says the C R L P may add two daily passenger trains to pass Muscatine in daytime. Firefly crews and Agent Gould heard the two trains would likely run west about 1 PM and east about 3 PM, possibly starting early next month.
Important to sportsmen Iowa Central Railway offers low round trip excursion fares from all line stations for the Grand American Handicap Shooting Tournament in Kansas City Missouri March 31 to April 5. Tickets on sale March 29 and 30, good return to April 7. Apply to local agents or Geo S Batty G P T A Marshalltown Iowa.
On Robert Campbell's farm eighteen miles west of Kosciusko, five black prisoners leased to a Louisiana contractor tried to burn their quarters to escape. They were overcome by smoke and flames and cremated.
Cape Town reports Cecil Rhodes passed a restless night and is weaker this morning. His condition was described as deteriorating after the night of illness.
Attorney General Knox petitions to dissolve the merger of the Great Northern and Northern Pacific railways. Solicitor General Richards leads for the government. Securities company representation includes former U S Attorney General John W Griggs and others.
In the senate Dubois Idaho presented an American Chamber of Commerce Manila memorial urging free trade removal of coolie labor restrictions and granting franchises arguing these steps could hasten army withdrawal and end the war.
The young people of the Eighth Street Reformed church appeal to Fire Chief Humphreys to allow forty firefighters to attend a Sunday service. Firemen would sit at the rear and hear a private buzzer for a discreet exit after announcements by the pastor.
Indictments against former Internal Revenue Collector Charles E. Sapp assignment clerk Leonard Parsons and Joseph Potoning were announced by a Federal grand jury. Bail set at $1000 for each man who posted bonds. Trials not set until the October term of the Federal court.
Columbus Ohio reports that April 9 is set as president's day at the Charleston exposition. President Roosevelt plans to attend and present a sword to Major Micah Jenkins, despite recent action by the Tillmans.
A newspaper blurb promotes Doan's Ointment as a reliable cure for extreme itching from piles. It asserts the product can end torment and restore comfort, claiming proven effectiveness.
Chicago dispatch notes showers tonight and Tuesday across Iowa with unsettled skies. Local forecasts warn of wet travel conditions and possible gusty winds as unsettled cold air moves in.
Jacob Hamel was found dead in Fort Wayne lodging. Once unknown, his clothes revealed under each patch a treasury note or gold coin totaling $1,400, found during coroner’s examination. He lived there 25 years and never spoke to anyone, carved a bundle, and wore dated attire.
Washington March 24 Representative Victor M Metcalf of California is the latest name mentioned to succeed E A Hitchcock as Secretary of the Interior The president has discussed Metcalf but he declines to comment for publication indicating no confirmation at this time
Washington reports the house refused to concur in senate amendments to the war revenue repeal bill and a conference committee was appointed to reconcile with the senate.
Chicago market dispatch notes open high low close quotes for Wheat Corn Oats Pork Lard Ribs and reports Hogs Cattle and Sheep receipts. Listings include May and July futures, Chicago live stock totals, car arrivals, visible supply and overseas Liverpool trade data.
New York March 24 Mrs. Marion Haversham wife of actor William Slaversham was granted a divorce on statutory grounds. The hearing and testimony were secret and the cor respondent’s name was not disclosed.
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