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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1901
Page
1
Chicago dispatch notes unsettled indications for Iowa with showers this afternoon and tonight and cooler surfacast, followed by Friday partly cloudy skies.
Ademno Gibson of Oskaloosa, winner of a Sixth District cadetship to West Point, has begun the bicycle journey to the academy. He left for West Point from Oskaloosa after winning the cadetship and has been studying at Iowa State College in Ames for the finals.
Angelou Bresci, who assassinated King Humbert a year ago, hanged himself in Santo Stefano prison. Witnesses say years of solitary confinement and harsh prison conditions drove the anarchist to suicide. Bresci left letters of remorse and a plot account. In Paterson, N J, fellow anarchists question the self-inflicted death.
Des Moines May 23 The Episcopal state convention adjourned with Davenport named the host for next year. Officers elected include Registrar Willis H. Harris Davenport Treasurer Ira R. Tabor Davenport. The women's auxiliary chose President Miss H. E. Henrizson Lyons Vice President Mrs. Toley Council Bluffs Secretary Mrs. Catherine Haylor Ottumwa Treasurer Mrs. L. H. Greer Council Bluffs.
London May 23 official statement says the king is not suffering in any particular from yesterday's Shamrock experience. No injuries reported and the monarch remains in good health following the event.
The National Congress of Mothers opened at the Columbus Auditorium Ohio with about 100 delegates present. Inclement weather limited attendance to welcome addresses and responses. President Mrs Theo Birney presided and replied to the welcomes as the session continues toward a Friday night closing.
Ex Governor Tanner, a long time Illinois political figure and former governor, collapsed and died at the Leland hotel in Springfield. He had been a constant aspirant for the U S Senate and was seen as a major Republican hopeful after his term ended in January.
Memphis reports two lynchings near Pheba Mississippi last night. Milton Calvert, a Black man, was taken from officers and hanged after an alleged assault on a white girl. John Williamson, also Black, was dragged from his home and shot. he had been warned to leave the area.
Des Moines May 23 Minister Edwin H Conger will be guest of honor at the Grant Club May meeting tonight. He has not promised to speak but will talk informally sharing experiences in China during the siege.
Special street cars and hacks ferried crowds to the fair grounds where the YMCA field meet drew steady turnout. Pauchet's band provided a popular afternoon lure as athletes arrived after dinner and anticipated a hotly contested program.
The mayor and city council visited the hose houses this afternoon and were well pleased with property conditions. The Mechanics' band accompanied them and performed several selections at each stop.
Frances Ring aged 12 fell against a revolving shaft at a Dubuque button factory. Her hair was caught and she was scalped. Doctors fear the injuries will prove fatal.
Des Moines May 23 Rev. J. A. Thompson of Tarkio Missouri was elected moderator at the morning session of the general assembly of the United Presbyterian church of North America.
Des Moines reports Gertie Holt from Ottumwa rooming at Nellie Whiles' home leaped to death from the Sixth Avenue Bridge this morning, ending a life described as a life of shame.
The junior class of the high school picnicked at the Freers home four miles from town Wednesday evening. Twenty three juniors attended a refined gathering with excellent refreshments and a plentiful supper. They returned praising the Freers as exceptional hosts.
President McKinley reviewed troops at the Presidio and visited sick soldiers in the general hospital. He planned a reception for Ohio Society and Mexican veterans, California pioneers, and native sons and daughters. Christian Science supporters credit Mrs Conger with absent treatment aiding Mrs McKinley’s recovery.
London reports from Rome that Italy has demanded satisfaction from Turkey for the death of Decrecis, an Italian shot on suspicion of being an emissary of the Young Turkey party, as ordered by the sultan.
In Dubuque on May 23 the El Kabir Temple of the Masonic Shriners held a ceremonial session. Illustrious Potentate Cleveland and officials arrived by special train. Forty candidates were initiated including Speaker Henderson and Attorney General Mullan.
Washington May 23. The remains of two heroes of the Chinese campaign were buried at Arlington today. Captain Hugh Reilly of the Fifth artillery was killed while his battery stormed the walls of Pekin. Captain Austin Davis of the Marine Corps fell in the fighting around Tien Tsin.
Sir Thomas Lipton cabled the New York Yacht Club requesting a grace period after the Shamrock accident yesterday. The club replies express regret over the incident and say they will await further advices from Commodore Ledyard before any action. Members favor granting the requested time.
The official board of the German Lutheran church near Jubilee awarded the contract to Henry Balheim of La Porte City to build a new house of worship at Cedar Falls for 4000 dollars.
London reports growing belief among yachting circles that international races will be postponed at least two weeks due to yesterday's accident.
Coady and Morgan’s pharmacy unveils an acetylene gas lighting plant installed by Carrie L. Hudler. The system promises bright pure white light, simple handling, and low operating cost, with a residential plant already in use at the Hudler home on West Hill. View the setup tonight while enjoying a soda at the store.
West Point cadets face dismissal or suspension for misconduct after disturbances at the academy. Names include Henry L. Bolby John A. Cleveland Trangett F. Telfer Raymond A. Lincoln Rirchie O Mahaffey and others with multiple suspensions. Secretary Root ordered penalties issued by the superintendent’s recommendation. Authorities say Root’s decision will not be reversed.
Washington reports 1500 machinists back to work after signing a nine hour agreement. International Association head estimates 40,000 machinists on strike with 90 percent expected to return by next Monday. Prolonged strike possible only in San Francisco. negotiations advancing elsewhere with possible agreements.
Philadelphia May 23. The Presbyterian general assembly opened a heated revision debate with both majority and minority reports read. A motion to indefinitely postpone revision drew loud applause and dominated the session as speakers cited the issue. Rev Richard Holmes touched on mortgage removal for the New York building while Robert E Speer defended missionaries amid criticism. An overture from Chicago urged restraining voting in presbyteries, but the Westchester plan was rejected again. Rev Rollo Stevens will remain in ministry for at least a year.
Anna Horsky a 46 year old Bohemian native of East Lucas township Johnson county Iowa drowned herself in the Iowa River about two miles north of Iowa City. Despondent after her mother’s death she planned with her sister to die together but was left at home while the sister departed. Some time after 1 PM Wednesday her husband awoke to find her missing and neighbors found her body 190 feet downstream in three feet of water. The coroner ruled no inquest necessary.
Death described as a self-inflicted case. The funeral will be held in Solon on Thursday afternoon.
Richard Hedgpeth, discharged journal solicitor with alleged tabulated accounts, was arrested Wednesday afternoon by Constable R J Wiley near West Liberty and brought to Muscatine. He reportedly planned to proceed to Portington via Columbus Junction as authorities closed in following a tip from J Nichols.
William R. Henniker and Miss Tillie F. Oberman were married last evening at the bride’s mother’s home 116 East Eighth street. Rev. J Jans of the German Evangelical church performed the ceremony in the presence of close relatives. The couple, well known in Muscatine, will live at 110 East Eighth street. Guests from Burlington and West Liberty attended.
Muscatine Electric Railway chief Superintendent Fiske returns from Cleveland reporting the purchase of three elegant open cars. They will arrive in the city within two weeks. The move is believed to be the first toward 15 minute service with three or more cars and increased work for men. Fiske says he has never worked harder and is glad to be home.
Honorably discharged soldiers from the Spanish American War invited to attend a Friday evening meeting at Co. Spariors to organize a local Camp of Service of the Spanish American War Commission on Arrangements.
A 25 car Avery Manufacturing threshing train from Peoria to Omaha stopped here this morning. The train had 23 cars of machines plus one coach and one caboose. Giesler & Son met the officials and their wives at the tracks as about 300 local residents lined the rails to greet them.
A group of locals headed to Fairport this morning for a day outing aboard the Firefly. The party includes Dr. and Mrs. G. O. Morgridge, Mr. and Mrs. Z. W. Hutchinson, Dr. and Mrs. Co. L. Stafford, Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Titus, Mrs. W. S. Norton, Cliff Musser, Zell Hutchinson, and Clarence and Rueben Stafford.
Local readers find rapid fulfillment as the Journal want column absorbs inquiries. Advertisers and residents report prompt responses and efficient service in this popular column guiding readers to needed items and opportunities.
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