17 Apr 1907
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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1907
Page
1
News wires report severe shocks across many regions from Valparaiso to Mexico. Tremors collapse chilpancingo and chilapa, level Ometepee and nearby towns, flooding harbors, destroying public buildings, and displacing prisoners as tremors continue through the night.
A dispatch from Washington reports ongoing peace talks as delegates from Latia and other nations gather. The meeting, dated April 17, is described as a major step toward potential armistice terms.
Pittsburgh edition reports the Nutrotiw Plate Mirror Manmutaciyony held a meeting to discuss protection of the mirror trade. President elected from Williamsport Pa, with Rin err Alee named as leader.
Former US Senator Pettigrew of South Dakota denies being kidnapped as alleged by Nellie Brown of Anesa. He says the claim is a fraud and notes no memory of any abduction involving his son. The paper traces his family and the accuser's background, including Pettigrew’s father and grave locations.
Washington April 17 delegates at the Daughters of the American Revolution convention debated investments in railroad bonds. Mrs M S Davis reported the society held bonds in Baltimore and Ohio and Union Pacific among others with depreciation and a possible loss if sold now. The committee urged prudence and hoped funds would be reinvested in United States bonds when feasible.
A severe cold snap grips northern Nebraska and southern South Dakota. Norfork Nebraska records freezing temps around 14 degrees as April weather turns harsh. Officials urge residents to bundle up and protect crops and livestock amid record low winds and sudden temperature plunge.
The Illinois Supreme Court dismissed the Illinois Central accounting suit for lack of jurisdiction. It allowed the attorney general to withdraw the action and refile in a lower or superior court, returning the case to the parties without ruling on the merits.
Police refuse to disclose whether notes were secured after a robbery at the Northern Way company office. The incident involved an employee named Paul, age one, and the assailant reportedly held up the office and fled with about $25,000. The investigation continues with unclear motives.
In Springfield, a bill to allow a focal option for cities and villages was approved today by a 25 to vote. The measure, advancing through the Senate, addresses municipal governance and local option provisions.
Westerner chief speaker at annual Jefferson Day function in Brooklyn. George Fred Williams declares regulation of corporations impossible. Notable attendees include Edward M. Shepard, J Here Tyler, and Governor Edwin Warfel of Maryland. Debates over government ownership of mills and railroads feature prominently. crowd hears strong support for Bryan leadership and party unity.
North Dakota snowstorm halts service on a branch of three roads. In St Paul and Minneapolis area dispatches report trains blocked as heavy snow disrupts routes. Authorities warn of continuing blizzard conditions with limited visibility and resumed service uncertain.
In Illinois cities from Joliet to Bloomington and Elgin, Democratic candidates won key offices in a wave of municipal elections. Mayors Olcott and Holland captured wins, while the Republican and Prohibition tickets split alderman and city council seats. Voter results show Democrats gaining mayoralty in Joliet, Bloomington, Elgin, and other towns with various margins and cross-party changes.
A Pacific, and Soo routes faced disruption yesterday across North Dakota with trains stalled in at least one Soo line, as the Hague Conference debate continues in various places over its permanent status.
Berlin reports April meeting where Edward preaches with King Vie Manuel at Ciera to isolate Germany. German press notes effort to win Lady away from Templey un tiele. Widely circulated rumor linked to Del Fearnse Wy and Bertin as inspirations.
The New York gathering approves a permanent Hague court open to all nations and calls for a general arbitration treaty for ratification. It endorses arms limitation, protection of private property at sea, and immunity from capture in war, lauding leaders including Roosevelt and Root.
A large gathering in Rock Island reviewed plans for the June convention running June 1 to 7. Ticket sales progress appeared strong with many organizations pledging support and details on host committees and guest artists being finalized.
The summary notes the week was 13 degrees below normal with below average temperatures across districts and several nights of freezing in central and southern areas. Extremes ranged from subzero to 21 degrees in the north, with deficient precipitation mostly as snow. Prolonged cold and cloudy weather has caused anticipated damage and moisture need remains unchanged.
New York April 17 Harry K Thaw told keepers at Townes prison he was ill when his counsel A Russell called. He remained in bed then moved to a conference room for a two hour talk with Peabody who offered no statement. Mrs Evelyn Thin was asked for a reply to his statement but provided no comment.
A registered mail pouch containing $14,000 was reported stolen in transit between Wilmington North Carolina and New York. The package was in transit April and disappeared when the pouch renewed in New York. The incident has prompted a mail security inquiry by authorities.
A report that John Youngs drowned in the Rock River near Sears proved false after morning inquiries. Earlier, several city men joined a river search based on a rumor from a camper near the Rock Island Canning Company factory. A separate note cites former Governor Larrabee meeting the president April 17 to discuss inter state commerce and railroad overcapitalization.
In Ozone Park Brooklyn suburb two artists Vincenza Sie years old and Antonio Tiandino years old fought a pistol duel over Marie Allegreto a 20 year old model who had promised to wed the victor. One man died instantly and the other turned the gun on himself. The event shocked the local art community and drew police attention.
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