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Newspaper
Pittston Gazette
Location
Pittston, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1903
Page
1
A royal coup ends in the deaths of the king and queen and their consorts. Police report high-ranking officials and their spouses were slain in the same attack, marking a violent upheaval across the realm. Investigators seek suspects and motive as authorities coordinate response.
Reports from Servia describe long rising tensions over King Alexander and Queen Draga, culminating in their murder during a palace attack. Prince Karugyoyev is declared king as Premier Zinar and M. Markee are slain. European powers discuss coordinated responses and potential steps affecting the continent.
Partly cloudy and cooler tonight for Eastern Pennsylvania and Washington. The piece also reports on national bank statements, stock quotes, and a medical anecdote about Dr. Merrit’s success with Electric Bitters for a stomach ulcer induced hemorrhage, plus ads for ice cream sodas and local goods.
Fleet of yachts faced dense fog off New Jersey as winds held near seven knots. Reliance led briefly before fog ended visibility around 12 40 while boats aimed toward shore on port tack in a hazy sea.
A massive flood in East St Louis causes heavy damage and fears of widespread sickness and homelessness. About 1,000 people evacuated from the wooded district south of Broad Street with estimates of 1,500 more stranded. Refugees housed in a large camp as emergency crews race to shore up levees and rescue victims amid rising water.
London June 11 Me Balfour in a dramatic debate saved the government from a constitutional crisis. He strengthened the Unionist stance while tackling old age pensions and cabinet tensions. Henry Chaplin’s amendment to remove grain tax was defeated by 22 votes, diehard Liberal opposition and Tory reformers voting against.
A wealthy young philanthropist in New York is said to roam stormy nights near city parks after midnight, giving cash to sleeping homeless individuals. Police monitor his rounds from Fortieth Street to Sixth Avenue, sometimes accompanied by an officer, as he distributes money for lodging and food. witnesses describe a well-dressed 30-something man who appears generous yet elusive.
A woman named Mary McKnight confessed to killing her brother and sister in law with strychnine and quinine, and admitted giving poison to a baby. Prosecutor Smith reports eight other relatives and friends died mysteriously after her supposed murders, with guilt expanding to a wider circle as more details emerge.
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