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Newspaper

Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1901

Page

2

Admiral Schley Disobeyed Orders Stated by Records

Washington August 1 The navy department rejects modify ing the fifth specification of the court of inquiry precept claiming records show Schley acknowledged disobedience of orders. The disobedience is treated as fact whether deliberate or not. Washington August 1 The War Department notes Capt Thomas F Schley comments on the court of inquiry and says such interviews violate army regulations.

Washington Navy Department Sehley Court of Inquiry Schley Hehiey Aug War Department Thomas F. Schley

Bold Bandits Work Near Chicago

Chicago Aug 1 The Baltimore and Ohio passenger train from the east, due in Chicago at 9 tonight, was held up by five masked men at Etgmore Calumet Heights 31 miles from Chicago at 8 o'clock. One mail car was dynamited and wrecked while two others were detached and run ahead. The express car containing the treasure was in an unusual third position, so robbers found no booty. About $50,000 was believed stored in the express car and valuables on board.

Chicago Baltimore & Ohio Etgmore Calumet Heights Ind Snd

Venezuelan War Minister Resigns After Cabinet Scene

Port of Spain Aug 1 The Venezuelan war minister Pulido, a leading political figure, resigns after a cabinet clash over recognizing Colombia rebels as belligerents. His departure triggers widespread unease as government troops face early defeats and uprisings spread inland.

Venezuela Port Spain Pulido

Boers Enter Portuguese Territory Near Gusnetz

Loree Margare Aug 1 reports a Boer commando with two guns entering Portuguese soil and encamping at Gusnetz. Five hundred Manuyaese troops are at Gusnetz with artillery, and 300 more are ready to move if Boers do not surrender.

Loree Margare Gusnetz

Fortunatus Wins Goodewood Cup at Lonston Harness Meet

The trotting horse Fortunatus, owned by Arthur James of Lonston and ridden by Mabur, won the Goodewood Cup valued at 2,000 sovereigns. The two and a half mile race concluded with Fortunatus claiming the prize amid strong competition.

Fortunatus Lonston Aug. L Arthur James Mabur Gwon

Columbia Beats Independence In Somie Cup Race

In Bateman's Point EL on August 1 Columbia defeated Independence by over a mile in a triangular cup race, posting a fine 4 minutes 31 seconds ahead of the Boston boat. Two Life Boys drowned in Racine Wisconsin on August 1 Frankie Castelly and Berten Rogers, both 11, were among those who perished while attending a Sunday activity.

Columbia Independence Bateman's Point Winging Boston Teo Racine Wis Frankie Castelly Berten Rogers Fez Ife Aittle H. B. ‘Drumfield

Indictment of Hinsey for Perjury in Endowment Bank Case

Late president of the Endowment Bank is charged with perjury and related offenses in indictments returned yesterday. The allegations concern statements to the state Insurance department about the bank’s condition and deposits. An officer of the lodge faces charges connected to those statements.

Hinsey P. Endowment Bank Iley Kaigwte Pythias Insurance Department State of Olives Fioanell Beriain

Missing woman reappears after nine years in Michigan

Alpena Michigan reports Salie T. Belmon, daughter of George T. Belmon, believed missing for nine years, has rejoined her father. Aged pensioner, she vanished while living with a Plymouth, Massachusetts family and later settled near New Orleans with a truck driver. Letters and inquiries traced her path to Plymouth before a joyful reunion with her father.

Setweintuelle Hiroe Alpena Sivey Wilkestarrs Evmont Pymh Mpenin New Orleans Thousand St.and Park Pymouth George F Edanus Plymours

Fourth Divorce For Her In Stable, Turbulent Tale

Fragmented notice reports Mire Beneeks Rekel seeks divorce for a fourth time amid a tangled history. Attorney Martin J. Baker files for relief as Rekel faces claims of abandonment and financial strain. Various details span Rust St. Louis to New York, with references to former spouses, criminal cases, and court actions. The item blends legal motions with assorted social and business anecdotes from the period.

Pest St Jarnis Rekel Amliverpml Tneser Martin J. Baker Bekel Coure Pylisaree St. Towle Liv Igor Tnie Uneiness New York Abel Rust St. Louis Chieams Bevanie Avanaliit Berera Winton OT Winton

Uribe-Crite Movement Debate Tangles Murillo Arrest Report

Washington dispatch reports Senator Brigard and Governor Velez discuss Murillo arrest and the claim that Uribe is disloyal to Bogota. Details show fear of a possible Murillo departure to the Venezuelan frontier and a broader probe into Colombian Masonry and secret lodges amid government tensions. A San Jose fruit trade note follows.

New York Overnor Yelex Department of Bolivne Washington Senor Arturo de Brigard Velez

Penick’s Body Found Near Lake Michigan Mystery Solved

In Racine Wisconsin on August 1 authorities announced the body found near Lake Michigan is believed to be E. Penick the banker from Chariton Iowa. Investigators say clothing and features match, though one competing claimant family seeks a $200 reward amid uncertainties about the death.

Racine Wis E. Penick Chariton Penick Lake Michigan Wherby Tell Meamier Virginia C. Oleson Paulek

Nearly Done at El Reno Land Lottery Draw

Six thousand seven hundred claims were drawn in the Fortuy El Reno land lottery. Winners will be notified by postal card with the date and land district. Names listed include Mary Stirk, Chinnpalza. Janes Foster, Lake City. Nellie Moore, Reckford. W. Moore, Matson. M. Grindhe, Warkes. Lewis Isrother, Peoria. others from Port Wayne, Boone county, and Des Moines regions. Prize winners’ cards will indicate entry details and district.

Fortuy el Reno Perse Ais Aem Iaud Mary Stirk Chinnpalza Hix Janes Foster Lake City Nellie I Moore Reckford W. Moore Matson Das Grindhe Warkes Das SM Wright Metaneshoro Lewis Isroiher Peoria Wik M. Harkin Wort Ledge Alphens BK Rogers Burtaston Martineites Mis Mitch Port Wayne Tod Morse Mirlingham A. Stiisen Boone County da I Cooper Jennings Solin T. Preach Phroon John Devine Dee Moines Tae Jenni

Put Me Off at Buffalo Railway Hotel Conference

A discussion yesterday centered on railway hotel costs and new lawyer measures to deter entry. Officials noted Buffalo rates were high. convincing arguments highlighted rate structures and potential impact on travelers and the exposition plans.

Buffalo Newapaywer Poplin el Vite Hutt Jay

Struck for a Vacation Ending Broadway Cleansed Stir

Walling and the Taiver company faced a onstage stoppage when a strike threatened a vacation pause. The cast rallied with a concerted effort to engage audiences while management and the Kale makers reached an understanding. The Wednesday evening performance proceeded after talks, with theater officials confirming a new plan to resume shows next week.

B.D. Price Beth Kale Amkers Hart Xbowhl Bave & Wenkie

Tragic Cigarette Fire Claims Young Girl Near Tangier

A young girl, about ten years old, died from severe burns after a discarded cigarette set her clothing ablaze while fleeing a watchman near Tangier in Mie county. Her companion Williams was seriously burned on the hands and arms as he attempted to aid her. The fire's origin remains uncertain, either from the lighting watch or the cigarette itself.

Pineeal Rockville Iwi Terent Tangier Mie Burns William March Dennis Willsone DUEEY Ter Osborn Williams Washington Serret Service New York Alter Dougherty O'Connor

Delegates Gather Amid Strikes and Scattered Support

A frail meeting drew fewer than a dozen delegates from the Law Party and others, with key figures like A. Grove presiding in Cleveland. The gathering, partly spurred by the Democratic convention's stance, faced attendance challenges and delayed plans for a state convention, while attendees debated party unity and platform alignment.

Cotobun Tess Cheuorra Tydorse Bryan Peatheu Clevelaui Henperary Permanene State Committee Fieew Souler Chaleman Bindaay Belaware Bernard Huebart Tele Richand Inglis Youngstown HB. Connell Wee Erie Greenville Huber New Wiemonit Copalers Les Benteal Hence Heonard J Lagan Tate Ting Wy P. Baies Gree Ganley New Lexiigtt Pavneliverina Lake Putet

Train Crash Near City Leaves Two Injured

A train collision seven miles east of the city Tuesday night caused one wreck to derail and injure two men, with emergency brakes and telegraph delays noted. Rescue teams responded as crews cleared the scene and a special train was sent from Sellers.

Stelark

Gentleman Burglar Promoted Here After Robberies

The article details Frank Witlans known as the gentleman burglar who broke into several homes in Muskegon, rode with detectives through Hyde Park, and who might have been involved in thefts totaling eleven residences. Investigations continued as samples were sent to Milwaukee.

Frank Witlans Muskegon Hydepith Jerane Lon Numeraf Roblea Willlats Wes Williams Witter Les Sweet Heat Robbie Ul

Phillips Quits as Time To Straighten Out Trades

George H Phillips known as the corn king has transferred all trades to McReynolds and Co. The Phillips company, credited with the largest commission house business on the board of trade last year, suspended business today due to insufficient clerical facilities. Attorney John S Goodwin, who has taken charge, cited tangled books and a need for a complete new bookkeeping system after directors ordered detailed accounts for the May corn pool. The move caused little market disturbance at the board of trade markets.

Chicago George H. Phillips McReynolds & Co Phillips Company Board of Trade Associated Press John S. Goodwin Board of Trade Directors May Corn Pool Board of Trade Markets

Horrible Revenge of Minnesota Farmer Ends in Tragedy

Sherburne Minnesota August 1 Yesterday Fred Yost a prosperous farmer near here went to the house where Eliza Kunkls his former house keeper was stopping and shot and killed her 10 months old child and fatally wounded the woman He then shot himself Yost was recently indicted by the grand jury on a charge of something grossly misdescribed by the housekeeper

Sherburne, Minn Fred Yost Eliza Kunkls Yust

Lady Broderick Dies in London Brief Illness

London reports the death of Lady Holda Broderick wife of Secretary of War Broderick after a brief morning illness. kết

Broderick London Holda Broderick Sifor

Youngest Reporter in the Country Miss Keener of Muncie

Miss Ethel Keener, aged about fourteen, is highlighted as the nation s youngest newspaper reporter. Starting at thirteen on The Morning Star she moved from suburban notes to wedding and social coverage, earning wide admiration for her perseverance and value to the paper while attending high school.

Aig Charles G. Reynolds Ethel Keener Muncie Ind Miss Keener Morning Star

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