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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1907
Page
1
Iowa's governor is considered a likely running mate for a presidential ticket. The move positions the state figure as a potential vice presidential candidate amid broad political speculation.
Des Moines May 16 A Chicago Tribune special notes Cummins backs Roosevelt era policies and heads Iowa delegation to the national convention. It describes his hard fights with corporations and railroads in Iowa and his potential as a running mate or candidate, with Deneen Hughes and TaftFairbanks politics shaping the 1908 convention.
Dublin May 16 The executive committee of the Sein Fein society calls Birrells Irish bill an insult to Ireland and urges nationalist MPs to withdraw from Parliament They demand settlement of the international dispute between Ireland and England by the Hague arbitration court
In Knoxville on May 16 about 1500 people heard Evangelist Billy Sunday as he prepares for his revival campaign. He has not yet made converts and is mobilizing supporters to rally sinners at the proper moment.
Springfield Ill May 16 The general assembly adjourned until October Sid to revisit the deep waterway proposal linking the lakes to the gulf. The delay aims to lengthen study of the Chicago drainage canal extension as part of the plan while Joliet based Economy Light and Power fights to keep water power from the sanitary canal. Senate bill 544 failed to pass this session.
Harrisburg May 16 1907 the Pennsylvania legislature closed its session with a record of fifteen million dollars for public schools seven million for good roads six million for Civil War veterans pensions nine million for public and private charities and other varied purposes and nearly all party pledges fulfilled.
Sterling Illinois May 16 Mayor John L Janssen issued an order requiring all gambling to stop in the city. The surprising move aims to curb gaming activity and enforce a clean town image.
Night messages sent by a submarine signalling apparatus from submarines at the bottom off Bradford reassured the naval trial board that conditions aboard are in good order.
In Columbus today the opening session of the 119th general assembly drew a thousand commissioners as candidates for moderator competed for votes. Leading contenders include Dr. W H Roberts Dr W O Thompson Rev W H H Black Rev Francis E Marsten Rev S F Scovel and Rev Ira E Landrith. Memorial hall filled to capacity as Rev Landrith spoke at the opening.
The speaker argues mileage books increase costs due to rebates and red tape, making passage for mileage holders more expensive than cash travelers. He cites Iowa’s two cent fare case as justification for similar rates in other states.
Abraham Ruef will appear before the grand jury this afternoon in San Francisco, as prosecutors anticipate Mayor Schmitz will be the next to confess. Ruef wept in court yesterday after pleading guilty to extortion tied to liquor licenses for private rooms, claiming fear for his family. Prosecution experts doubt his motive, suspecting he may reveal graft involving Schmitz and corporate officials who funded favors.
Edward Conger former minister to China and ex ambassador to Mexico lies critically ill at his Pasadena home. He returned from Mexico in 1895 and has been near death since then with the end expected at any hour.
Wisconsin legislators neared nominating William H. Hatten of New London for U S senator to succeed John C Spooner. On nine ballots he reached fifty of fifty two needed and stayed close to that total in today’s count, keeping the nomination barely within reach.
Topeka May 16 The state supreme court issued restraining orders against four foreign corporations halting their sale disposal or removal of property in Kansas or using such property to dispose of liquor within the state The defendants include Dick Bros Quincy Brewing Co Illinois Fred Miller Brewing Co Wisconsin William J Lemp Brewing Co Missouri and M K Goetz Brewing Co Missouri.
A Des Moines report cites Illinois Representatives Prince and Chapman saying the state will support Speaker Cannon. The plan aligns federal leaders, Governor Deneen, and others to give the 1908 delegation to Cannon, reelect Deneen, and return Hooking to the Senate. Ohio remains unreconciled with Foraker Taft conflict hindering both.
The president and Mrs Roosevelt will leave Washington for a brief vacation at Pine Knott the country home in Albemarle County Virginia. The trip follows their schedule with Mrs Roosevelt accompanying the president to the Virginia retreat starting tomorrow.
F A H Sanborn of Western Union testifies before the senate military affairs committee in Washington about a negro soldier seen carrying a gun entering the Brownsville post around the time the August 13 fire ended. He described the man as calm and deliberate, not fleeing.
Des Moines reports Rock Island railroad closed soil erosion contracts with landowners near Van Meter and Booneville for about 49 000 to 50 000 white oak ties to be delivered this season for Iowa division repairs.
A May 16 report from Dubuque Iowa says Frank Gruetzmacher a Dubuque sailor formerly thought dying in the hospital is recovering in Portland's care his wife expresses joy at the turn of events confirming a happier outcome for the couple
In Dubuque, Iowa on May 16, authorities report over a thousand measles cases and numerous deaths. The outbreak stretches across the city with increasing fatalities and strained medical response.
President Roosevelt has decided Harriman must face criminal prosecution for railroad dealings. The timing hinges on choosing a favorable moment to act, delaying suit until late summer or winter to avoid impacting prosperity and to hold back until closer to the end of Roosevelt's term. The stance is supported by the Justice Department and the Interstate Commerce Commission.
Burlington Iowa May 16 State Deputy John J Fleming of the Knights of Columbus was re elected to his post along with all state officers at the Iowa state council annual meeting in Waterloo Iowa confirmed by reports from the gathering
Washington May 16. The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that using distance as the sole factor in setting reasonable rates would cause undue discrimination and chaotic commercial conditions. The decision emphasizes the need for multiple factors to determine fair rates across transportation.
In Evansville on March, about 120 street car workers walked out for higher wages. A mob attacked several non unionists, striking sympathizers caused disorder, and police efforts focused on dispersing crowds.
The distributing plant of the National Biscuit company in Cedar Rapids was burned down on May 16 causing a loss of twenty five thousand dollars, insured.
Iowa City educator Supt A V Storms resigns from the Iowa City schools and will join the Ames faculty in the coming term. The move announced May 16 remarks note his departure from the Iowa City post and new appointment in Ames.
The Haywood trial proceeding was postponed to this morning after the death of Edward Nugent. The decision was made in respect to Nugent’s memory and the proceedings were adjourned.
In Boise on May 16 the Ada county court postponed pretrial steps for William D Haywood after tribute to Judge Nugent. The panel includes nine farmers and one real estate dealer among jurors. peremptory challenges likely by both sides. Roosevelt and Taft references flare as Darrow and Borah clash over witness influence. The accused participates actively, while Boise residents follow the case with limited attendance.
Katie Kessler a 45 year old unmarried woman died this morning in Solon near Iowa City by taking carbolic acid. She had been named as defendant in a suit to set aside deeds on property valued at fifty thousand dollars with allegations of undue influence over her uncle, the owner.
William Kenney, an employee at the Walker distillery in Walkerville Ontario, drowned yesterday in a vat of whisky mash near Detroit Michigan. The incident occurred May 15 as reports describe the fatal accident during plant operations. Kenney was identified by local authorities and the cause of death is under investigation.
Special weather note from Chicago Illinois May 16 reports generally fair conditions tonight and Friday with warmer temperatures. A cooler northwest wind is expected Friday as sunshine continues. Sunrise is at 4 31 and sunset at 17 03. Moon rises at 10 58.
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