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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1903
Page
2
Reports describe widespread flooding near Argentine and Kansas City areas after a Missouri River surge. Cars, boxes, and goods float from submerged rail yards while 4500 people become homeless. bridges and approaches suffer damage but some lines attempt limited service as the region braces for continued disruption.
Topeka Kansas faces a flood and contagion threat as the death count stands at thirty four with about 1200 residents stranded awaiting rescue. North Topeka remains submerged with food scarce and trains halted. Health officials and city leaders mobilize an emergency response while relief from state and federal authorities arrives.
Water mains supply has been reduced in the east portion of the city and boiling is advised for safe drinking. Residents may be able to wade Kansas Avenue as water levels drop. Relief committees report adequate clothes and food so far, but thousands of homes will need furnishing as relief efforts continue.
A June dispatch from Ikan reports Kansas flooding rivaling Galveston, with Brookville to Kansas City submerged up to 15 miles wide. Floodwaters cripple transport, uproot cattle and homes, and cut lines and power as thousands seek refuge in hills and the Agricultural College. Dozens feared dead or missing.
Flooding devastates Hutchinson Kansas with seven square miles under water. Main Street and downtown buildings are submerged, railroad tracks covered, and outages hit lights and telegraphs. Thousands flee by boats as farms and shops flood. churches mostly under water and no deaths reported.
Des Moines Iowa June 1 The Des Moines River has returned to its level from last year and the flood stage recedes at about an inch per hour City authorities focus on draining stagnant pools and completing linings to restore the river to its normal channel Extreme cold persists and flood victims lack clothing Doctors report a pneumonia and related illness epidemic with many fatalities Smallpox isolation wards face supply cuts but residents secure basic shelter and food The Northwest and St Louis routes resume trains irregularly as freight cars and boats move survivors and goods through the flood zone multiple railways remain disrupted
Ottumwa Iowa reports the worst flood in its history with half of South Ottumwa under water and large areas of West and East Ottumwa flooded. Between 6 000 and 9 0 people displaced as rail lines including Burlington Rock Island and Milwaukee services are cut off. All residents in flooded districts rescued except those in South Ottumwa believed to be in danger. Water covers trestle approaches and a Wabash bridge risk persists.
Flood conditions in the South West sparked heavy buying in grain as Chicago and New York exchanges opened on a holiday. July wheat surged past 80 cents before retreating, with corn rising modestly and shorts scrambling to cover.
Miever Lox sent telegrams to the mayors of Topeka Kansas City and Des Moines expressing sympathy for flood and fire victims in their cities. He offered to help secure contributions for relief. Mayor Weaver of Topeka and Philadelphia officials requested word on how to assist.
The requester states that he will immediately summon a meeting of the permanent Relief Committee, of which he serves as Chairman.
Official dispatches report floods disrupting mail service across Southern Iowa and nearby areas. Key routes between Omaha and Lincoln and Burlington Main Line at Ottumwa halted. through trains via Quincy St Joe Creston greatly affected. Santa Fe service Chicago to Kansas City largely intact except Trains 3 and 4 canceled.
Albany records show May as a very dry month with only three rainy days. Rainfall fell short of the long term average by about 2.01 inches since January, damaging truck gardens and hay crops as meadows dry and crops suffer from the drought.
The New York Times notes rising unease among farmers as May rainfall at the Lansevoort station shows only fractions of an inch. Cronkhite’s five year record compares May precipitation with 18.04 inches in 18?? and much lower totals in newer years, signaling drought fears and higher produce prices.
Secretary Franklin Dye of the State Board of Agriculture reports severe crop losses across South Jersey due to a prolonged dry spell. Farmers fear loss of early crops and damage to late harvests, while fruit growers worry about increasing bird damage to small fruits. State Entomologist Smith notes drought dried up swamps and halved the mesquite crop, casting doubt on pest recovery this summer and next year.
Superintendent Collins completes a major state prison investigation at Dannemora. Principal Keeper E J Vogan transferred to Napanoch, James D Fulton of Napanoch succeeds him. Resignations of Keeper E P Lewis Guard Co Diane and Storekeeper Charles Blair accepted. Keeper J W Burdik suspended. Keeper John H Hanley and Guard P W Tucker dismissed. Investigation cited lax discipline and opium smuggling, intoxication, and other infractions. three to four insiders aided in the probe.
Union musicians in Poughkeepsie refuse to play in parades if the West Point band is included. The Syracuse headquarters order cites non union status and lower wages for Uncle Sam’s uniformed players, sparking dissatisfaction and likely refusals to comply.
Thomas E. McGetrick, former Western Union manager in Princeton, was arrested in New Jersey on a fraud withholdings allegation after an audit showed a shortage of several hundred dollars. He is held for court, with Fidelity and Casualty Company of New York backing his bond.
Mrs Mary Masset seeks removal of her father George Muller's executors Surrogate Thomas hearing details a disputed estate valued between 14 000 and 68 000 with several valuations and charges of improper influence by her brother George Muller and alleged illiteracy of their mother Mrs Anna Muller while five other siblings attest to good management and the case awaits decision
The Saratoga Republican County Committee dominated by Odellembers calls an Assembly Nominating Convention for June 8 to preempt Platts influence before the usual date. The Fourth District Republican Judicial Convention meets June 25, while Brackett’s insurgent vote against Platt signals potential shifts in Assembly candidate alignments. Whitney mixes affiliations, seen as Odell but closer to Platt, complicating loyalties in Saratoga politics.
Surrogate Fitzgerald began testimony in the will contest of George P. Utley who died in March. Beneficiary Marie Le Fraisse receives eight first mortgage bonds and jewelry. residue goes to nephew Jay H. Utley and Harriet Utley, widow, in equal shares. Contestants Susan A. Biggs and Amy A. Boardman claim undue influence and fraud. Doctor Shelby testified Utley was nervous and barred visitors. testimony continues today.
Richard Smith a sixteen year old colored choir boy of Holy Innocents Church Hoboken died at 684 Washington Street Hoboken. Funeral from Holy Innocents tomorrow but Father Magill will not allow the choir to sing at the service though the choir will sing his favorite hymns at a meeting tonight.
Gov. Odell approved resolutions of the State Civil Service Commission exempting five additional county detective officers in the District Attorney's office, a verification clerk in the Registry, the chief recording clerk in Kings County Surrogate's office, a stenographer for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition Commission, and another agent in the Public Works Department.
The National Railroad of Mexico finished changing gauge from narrow to standard on the San Luis Potosi to Gonzalez section, 180 miles. About seventy miles remain on the Gonzalez to Huehuetoca segment, shortening the Irado to Mexico City route by roughly forty miles. Completion is expected by September. work began in January 102 and 800 miles have been rebuilt or newly built.
Leon Geissell aged sixty seven of 343 East Thirty first Street died by his own hand using carbolic acid late yesterday afternoon. He was found by his wife, sixty four, in bed last night. Ill health and poverty left him unable to work.
The forty first biennial convention of the General Synod of the Lutheran Church in the United States will convene in Baltimore at First Lutheran Church. Opening sermon to be delivered by retiring President the Rev Dr W S Frees. Delegates from the body attend the session.
The text notes a two week continuation for the twenty five district synods with delegation from New York City led by Rev. Dr. J. B. Remensnyder Rev. Dr. J. J Young and Rev. F. H. Knudel.
John Sargent plans a Boston display of portraits since February excluding the President’s, with four black and white and a dozen oils, while he shows works at London venues including the Royal Academy and the Salon. The article surveys Sargent’s Venice studies, Carfax Gallery pieces, and his portrait of Eleanora Duse, noting rising notoriety and public reaction to contemporary works.
The Monroe suffered a wreck after leaving port for New York when a sudden jar caused loss of speed and damage to the propellers. Second Officer and a few hours later a coaster Jefferson assisted, towing the Monroe to Atlantic City where a tug is to bring the vessel to New York. Passengers were escorted ashore and a purse was raised in gratitude for crew courtesy.
The article describes President Roosevelt visiting Cheyenne Wyoming for a wild horse race with gelding Ragalena and Texas steer roping. Senators and officials comment on the event as the president’s party enjoys rides and spectators applaud the cavalrymen and rough riders. The president plans to return home after brief greetings and a scheduled ten-day stay.
Department officials seek the whereabouts of a Coast Artillery lieutenant in Cuba. He reportedly left Washington about ten days ago and has not been heard from since.
The Rochester murder trial involving a single female defendant and the journalist present began with jurors not yet selected as court adjourned for the day. Assistant district attorney prepared to address the jury and call witnesses including Brown and Bergt as the trial proceeds. The report notes the chaotic, unclear state of the proceedings and the absence of a notable juror to date.
The Circle Apartment Hotel promises elegant 1 to 4 room suites with telephones in every unit and a central location half a block from Central Park. Guests can dine at a $1 table d hote or a la carte and enjoy Hazay Natzy's Hungarian orchestra each evening. Reisenweber & Fischer advertise the Grand Circle near 58th Street and 8th Avenue.
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for mother and child care. It claims relief for wind colic pain, diarrhea, and general soothing effects, marketed as a universal remedy with a 25 cent bottle price.
A man traveling by train was struck near a bridge while en route to Mobile to receive twenty five dollars his mother sent for him. The telegram for assistance apparently caused a sudden stop or confusion. He suffered injuries but details of his condition are unclear.
Victoria reports June 1 that Colt Prior was dismissed by the Lieutenant Governor and Richardson McBride, member for Dewdney, has been summoned to form part of a new ministry. The roster is expected to include McBride, Tatlow, Green, and Mc.
An editorial voice denounces those who scorn the less fortunate while condemning arrogance and class disdain. It argues for a unifying national spirit, rejects contempt for workers, and urges a message of shared responsibility over arrogance. The piece reflects on civilization and moral responsibility within the social order.
A flowing well four miles west of Peru on the Wabash River’s north bank has drawn picnickers as a dense stand of sycamore, elm, and walnut trees rise along the river. The 1000 foot deep well, capped to allow water to flow through a two inch orifice, shoots water skyward for miles without odor and with palatable taste.
James Conway twenty one year old of 7 Seventh Avenue was killed yesterday afternoon when crushed by an elevator in the Devew Building at 480 Fifth Avenue. The incident details are reported as a fatal industrial accident with no further information available.
Wilmington Delaware June 1 The Christ tang Window Glass Company works were burned tonight with a loss of about 50000. West Swanzey New Hampshire June 1 Goods and machinery at Granite Woolen Mills West Swanzey Manufacturing Company were damaged by fire and water to the extent of 120000. Boston June 1 Fire at the Blacker Shepard Company yard on Albany Street caused a loss not specified.
Reported fires from Sunday night into Monday damaged several properties across Manhattan. Notable incidents include 8:15 A M on First Avenue with minor damage, 9:55 A M on Eighth Avenue causing $25 loss, and 7:48 P M on 74 Keade Street with $10,000 damage attributed to the Merchants Rubber Company. Other sites show trifling damage or unspecified losses.
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