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Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1902

Page

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Withdraw Troops Sought as Shenandoah Riots Subside

Reports from Shenandoah Pa indicate peace after a riot that drew in troops. UMW leaders urge withdrawal, claim troops were unnecessary and dangerous, while authorities vow to enforce civil law. Governor Stone and Sheriff Todd named in the dispute amid ongoing unrest.

Gobin Saya India Wwe National Guard Stone UMW Mile Dougherty National Board United Mine Workers Associated Press Thomas Todd Holly

Riots and Rioters Highlight Shenandoah Conflict

Reports from the Heguine inquiry describe clashes where many were beaten with clubs and shot by bullets. One man, Joh Goddall, reportedly in critical condition, while others are wounded and under medical care. Police and strikers face injuries as officers flee rioters armed with sticks stones and some revolvers. The district attorney and sheriff pursue arrests as officials dispute the severity of the events.

Sherif Beddall Ferguson UC. M. W T. Mlw Dougherty Mitchell Ailapafel Wilkesbarre Iis Sein Tire Shenandoah Soesearigasrt Saas

Vanderlip Charged as Embezzler in Estate Losses

Raton August 1 prominent Haxtun lawyer William Vanderlip is accused of embezzling from the estate of George Be Emerson. Estimates of missing funds range from 100000 to 200000 dollars while the lawyer is detained in 5000 bail. John Lowell and CW Sebjer act for the estate. Vanderlip admits no clear record of accounts.

Vanderlip

Denver Saloonkeeper Challenges Colorado Women’s Rights Case

Cronin, owner of a Denver saloon and wine room for women, sought an injunction against enforcing a city ordinance prohibiting such establishments for females. He argues the law is unconstitutional and discriminates against women, claiming equal right to sell liquor and that women have equal drinking rights since suffrage. The district court upheld his view, but the state supreme court overruled it.

Denver Colorado Washington United Shites mUpreMigs Daniel Crowin Colo District Court State Supreme Court

Itmtraining Order Targeted by Miners United Workers Case

A federal court in Charleston West Virginia granted a temporary injunction against 150 named defendants including John Mitchell and other United Mine Workers leaders. The suit alleges strikes and intimidation to block coal production and shipment. Separate reports note 1500 boiler makers and shipbuilders striking in Chicago and related disruptions feared to spread.

Charleston John Mitchelt Jrsay York Panilonm Ling Hells The Chest Way Company J. W. Purcell V Wilken John Mitchell United States Ellyertes Cowl Istrike Ie Keller Pally Boiter Makers Oat Chicago

Durand Named Democratic Gubernatorial Nominee at Michigan Convention

The Michigan Democratic State Convention nominated Jules George H. Durand of Flint for governor amid a platform calling for direct elections of U S senators, primary elections, equal taxation and repeal of alleged “ripper laws.” The ticket includes John T. Bible for lieutenant governor and John Donovan for secretary of state, among others. the gathering adjourned sine die after 10 p.m.

Jootrait Yesterdus Michigan Jule George H. Durand Plint Derant Wie Hird Molise Durand United States Amainder Con Lon Moon John T. Bible Tonia John Donovan Bay City Wilbur F. Davidson Port Hueron David A. Pammond Ann Arbor Wikinmy F. Knight Aphids Woodbridge M. Ferris Big Rapids Story Land Office Arthur P. Watson Cheboy Sas Charles P. Pieht Mastines Supreme Court Herjumiin St. Brown Menominee

Injunction In New Role Over Spocains Hien Winners

A court session considered a temporary injunction to restrain rival trade operators led by James A Currington Dutton Co and Martlett Frasier Co from actions that might affect the market for 55 000 barrels of short sales. The judge did not grant immediate relief and the case pauses for further adjournment next week. The order aims to shield complainants Wally Thorburn Co from alleged market cornering by the defense.

Byrd Cage Jdudee Chytrauslay Cie Cage Bound of Trade Board of Trade James A, Turpeny Currington, Dutton & Co Martlett, Frasier & Co Eestre Tae Hng Axkine Bound of Trade Uy Wally, Thorburn & Coy Ning Tmsinese Ese Tne Ind

King’s Condition Improves as Royal Party Heads to Landon

News briefs report rapid improvement in the king’s health and the prince and heir to the throne departing for Landon this morning. Also covered is the capture and lynching of an alleged murderer near Ashburn Virginia after a chase by vigilantes, and political notes from Washington about China’s ambassadorial changes. A widow in Waverly Indiana shoots herself at Arlington cemetery, and a Michigan-based traveling peddler drowns near Manitou as the region reels from a string of violent incidents.

Cowes Prince Yrcess Wales Landon Washington Aux China Liang Cheng United States London Prince Chen Sucided Waverly Belle Aborn Arlington Cemetery

Armour Buys Out Hammond

Ogden Armour announces purchase of a substantial interest in The G M Hammond Company and the Hammond Packing Company. Stock transfer takes effect immediately. F E Vogel retires to other interests. Methur Meeker elected to fill vacancy. Management and policy remain unchanged.

Chicago Lyntan G. HW Hammond Company Hammond Packit Company Ogden Armone Hammond Packing Company F. E. Vogel Methur Meeker Mie

Washout Across Nebraska After Severe Storm

A heavy electrical storm swept across Nebraska damaging tracks northeast of Herman and causing a washout of railroad lines near Hull Falls. About 1000 feet of track washed away and a dwelling house lifted from its foundations. Lightning struck horses near Onihit but with minor injuries. No crop losses reported statewide aside from some hail damage and scattered crop setbacks.

Hevattus Nebraska Hull Falls Ferman Neb Herman Chicago St. Paul Ouaha Here Onihit Wehring

Ames Resigns as Minneapolis Mayor Amid Corruption Scandal

Mayor Ames announces resignation from office effective September. He cites health and a desire to avoid costly special elections as the city faces a corruption scandal dominating local headlines for months. His brother Colonel W. Ames will also resign as superintendent of peace.

Minnepolis Lis Brother Res W. Ames Pece Grand Jury Ames Minneapolis

Mining ties and stock ties stoke Clayton inquiry

A Clayton Telegram reveals a misunderstanding about connections with Cymer Mining Co and senior stock interests. Clayton Hoenme tests for a tradition of ownership and directorship, noting stock thresholds and diplomatic considerations amid a department inquiry.

Shorting dispute reports large municipal shortages

A dispute between Oxgood Democratic Paper and Versailles Republicans led to an investigation of former Treasurer Johnson and Cashier Loonywire. Shortages were found. Scroppire $2122.38 and Johnson $11120.71. Other items recount railroad consolidation and a large capital issue. mentions of Washington, Aug 3, and Indianapolis terms.

Ron Ovcood Tad Oxgood Democratic Versailles Ted Johnson Jobn Scropuilre Johnon

Monthly crop report hints at record western yields

Chicago reports indicate wheat and corn prospects are strong in the west with the best regions in Illinois and Nebraska showing heavy yields. Dairy and other crops are mentioned as improving while late-season concerns remain about overall quality and timing.

Mure Chicago Chiéieo, Bwebugeron Quincy Raltrand Company Mae Lowa Nebraskie

Illinois man commits suicide in Decatur tragedy

A deaf mute Idian, Charles Kearny, son-in-law of the late Orlando Powers, shot and killed himself on Why Avenue in Decatur. The highly respected teacher of dentistry was widely known in Macon County. Authorities believe illness contributed to the act.

Decatur Why Ave Charles Kearny Orlando Powers Macim County

Cholera in Manchuria spreads rapidly across regions

Reports from St. Petersburg indicate a swift cholera surge in Manchuria with hundreds of daily deaths. Death tallies appear in several locations, including 1408 cases in a period, 88 cats noted as dead, and high fatality rates across Mukden and Port Arthur in a short span.

St. Petersburg Manaries Thissima Mukden Port Athi Kirtiy Manchariy

Howling Jake Smith Arrives from Manila in Manila

Gen Jacob Suit arrived today from Manila on the Ceuspert Thomas. He refused to comment for publication to avoid public criticism.

Jake” Smith San Vraneleeo Jacob Suit Manila Thomas Ile

Baffled But Not Beaten In Arctic Expedition Return

Aboard the Icelandic vessel Replorer Haldwin from Par North via Nonningsviag Norway August 1 reports say all men in good health after a voyage. He stated the group faced hardship but remained hopeful and continued work, emphasizing resilience amid technicalities.

Haldwin Nonningsviag Norway Evelyn Mo Baldwin

William Wirt Reforms After Liquor Incident

The account recalls William Wirt, famed lawyer and U S attorney general, who became intoxicated and slept in Richmond. Miss G, betrothed to him, covered his face with her handkerchief, and upon waking he reformed. The tale appears amid beverages and a separate joke about poker from the Boston Transcript.

Illam Wirt William Wirt United States Agron Burr Freenson Hues le Jost Richmond Miss G Filbert Kity Boston Transcript

Sugar Theft Trial Stirred by Baltimore Cook and Mistress

A Baltimore News account describes a domestic kitchen confrontation where a man accused of stealing sugar is pressed by a mistress and a house cook. The exchange centers on punishment and propriety within a household.

Petvileres Limited Mary Baltimore News

Village Is Deserted After Tremendous Santa Maria Quake

Panic gripped Los Alamos residents as a sequence of powerful earthquakes from Sunday night through Tuesday produced deep fissures, collapsing hills and changed valleys. Thousands fled their homes while oil fields faced extensive damage and widespread fear across the coast region.

Los Alamos Santa Marlowes Tvoite Ines Setamte Ague Western Union Oil Company Carriga Ranch

Saw mill boiler explosion kills father in Ohio mill

In Huntingdon West Virginia August first a boiler blast at Joseph Hardesty's saw mill in Lawrence County Ohio instantly killed Hardesty and seriously injured his four sons. Two boys feared dead and the mill in ruins.

Wther West Virginia Huntingdon W. Va Joseph Hardesty Laurence County Ohio

Shaw Opens Vermont Campaign for McCullough Governor

Secretary of the Treasury Shaw will open the Vermont gubernatorial campaign with a speech at Manchester on the upcoming Tuesday in support of McCullough, the regular Republican candidate for governor.

Washington Secretary of the Treasury Shaw Vermont Manchester McCullough

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