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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1906
Page
1
San Francisco officials discuss a government backed bond plan up to 200 million dollars to fund rebuilding after the fire. A New York syndicate reportedly offered 100 million, and foreign aid including a 200000 yen gift from Japan’s emperor may be accepted.
Quiet prevails in Mount Carmel Pennsylvania though tense bitterness toward the constabulary grows. Governor Pennypacker says officers acted properly in two clashes with a mob. Five carloads of strike breakers from Clearfield arrived today.
The finance committee notes aid for destitute foreigners and banks resume limited operations as Dr. Devine leads Red Cross relief. Taft reports $780,000 of $2.5 million funding remains. nine hospitals lack support. Labor groups push for eight hour day and high wages, sparking contractor opposition.
The dilapidated Stanford University structures from the earthquake attract discussion in Palo Alto. Critics claim the project cut corners to chase grandiose yet cheap designs. Six million dollars was allotted for the library, museum, and memorial chapel, but experts say the cost should not exceed 3.06 million.
Coroner's inquest in Fort Dodge Iowa finds William Church died from a broken neck after a saloon fight. Albert Fecht the bartender is to stand trial on a manslaughter charge for the incident.
Prices fell sharply at the opening of the New York stock market as widespread liquidation continued from yesterday. Forced margin calls sparked congested selling, with a late rally fading and prices drifting lower into the afternoon. Anaconda fell about 20 points at its low before some recovery, while overall activity remained active and unsettled.
A tornado hit Furnas County near Oxford Nebraska at 6 o clock last night causing extensive damage to homes and infrastructure. Telegraph and telephone wire outages hinder reports though several residences were wrecked and multiple people were injured with no fatalities reported so far.
During a violent storm in Woodbine Iowa May 2 lightning struck a Northwestern handcar carrying six men. Fred Ulmer aged 28 was killed instantly and four others were badly shocked. He left a wife and one child. About three inches of rain fell in two hours.
The Isthmian Canal Commission decided to request an appropriation of 26,348,000 dollars to continue canal construction for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1907.
May 2 report from St. Petersburg states Count Witte’s resignation was accepted and Goremykin, former Interior Minister, succeeds him. The cabinet change stuns observers who doubt Goremykin’s readiness for the crisis. Also confirms Gapon’s execution citing a death sentence and notes alleged secret pacts with police and revolutions figures.
Washington May 2 The House this afternoon passed the agricultural appropriation bill. The free seed amendment was adopted by a vote of 153 to 82.
The Olympic games committee released a full winners list before prize presentation. Americans secured 11 firsts, 6 seconds, and 5 thirds across 29 events, noting many events had no American competitors.
Secretary Bonaparte rested easily during the night according to advices from Baltimore received in Washington on May 2.
In Washington on May 2 Senator Perkins presented a telegraphic petition from Governor Pardee of California seeking payment of state government claims. Senator Newlands introduced a joint resolution to study feasibility of guaranteeing bonds to aid San Francisco’s rebuilding. Rep. Wadsworth moved to take up the agricultural appropriation bill after House journal approval.
The Daughters of the Revolution ended their session in Philadelphia today. They re elected Mrs D Phoenix Ingraham of New York as president for another term.
Federal Judge Bethea appoints Western Trust and Savings Bank as receiver for American Reserve Bond Co in Chicago. The firm has long been under postal investigation.
Iowa Falls delegates condemn Shaw and Elkins then back Cummins allies at Waterloo convention. Cummins carries Polk County primaries by about two to one over Perkins, with Grundy and Calhoun counties also pledging for Cummins.
Rome May 2 The committee of the International Postal convention in session here rejected the proposal for a universal two cent postage rate.
Cedar Rapids Iowa May 2 County Superintendent J D Vance was appointed superintendent of the college for the blind at Vinton. This marks a leadership change as Vance assumes duties overseeing the institution and its students.
The Journal emphasizes paid circulation with a loyal readership and uniform rates for subscriptions and ads. It claims nearly 20,000 daily readers, warning against free papers and urging advertisers to spend to grow this year’s business with ads in the Daily and Semi-Weekly Journal.
May day turmoil in Paris becomes another violent chapter as 66 000 troops and police fail to quell protests. King Edward lands for a three day visit amid widespread arrests and heavy casualties among demonstrators and bystanders.
Galesburg Illinois May 2 Republicans in that county endorse Dr. Reynolds of Aledo and his insurgent stance. They back a straight plurality primary election bill and urge Representative McGill of Rock Island to stand firm. Reynolds reportedly invited Gov. Deneen to visit the district to debate the issue.
Washington May 2 By a vote of 153 to 58 the house decided to continue free distribution of ear den and flower seeds. Several agricultural bill items expanding the bureau of chemistry and Dr Wiley's department were dropped on points of order, especially those about adulteration of food condiments drugs and beverages.
Creditors in Chicago learn the Iroquois Theatre company has been adjudicated bankrupt in Jersey City. Only those suing for damages for injuries and the estates of victims killed in the 1903 fire are affected.
State Chairman Stubbs called the Republican state conventioneers to order to select a full ticket. A split appeared between the machine faction backing Governor Hoch and Stubbs faction opposing that slate.
Chicago reports a broad lake strike with about 20 000 workers out and vessels halted as industry depends on lake traffic. Iron workers in Chicago also strike for five dollar daily pay, threatening city building operations while Milwaukee molders join for higher wages.
President Roosevelt halted the march to the sea of a cavalry detachment after Senator Bacon of Georgia protested to the War Department. The accompanying priest is son of General Sherman, triggering regional uproar. The unit was ordered to view nearby battle fields before returning to Fort Oglethorpe Tennessee.
In Dixon on May 2 a fight broke out in John Dixon Park between Mayor E. F. Edwards and Rev. J. F. Newton of the People's Church. Newton was badly bruised as the mayor repelled the attack following a dispute over police orders amid ongoing Law and Order League investigations.
Eight men were removed unconscious from the Hudson river tunnel between Jersey City and Manhattan after an explosion in the tunnel. Four are not expected to recover.
Jay Gould of Lakewood New Jersey won the amateur four tennis championship defeating W Yorke in straight sets. The match took place in London on May 2 with Gould securing a decisive 3-0 victory.
Fair tonight and Thursday in Iowa with warmer conditions in the northwest portion. Sunrise at 4 47 and sunset at 6 49 with the moon setting around 1 30 a m.
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