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Newspaper

Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1901

Page

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Howison Stays Denies Alleged Interview on Schley

Acting Secretary Hackett released Howison’s Yonkers letter dated Aug 24 denying an interview attributed to him that claimed he commented unfavorably on Admiral Schley. Howison will remain on the Schley court of inquiry and the panel will decide any further competency inquiry.

Washington Hackett Howison Yonkers Admiral Schley Howson Schley Court of Inquiry

Victims and Missing After River Disaster

Reports from Philadelphia and nearby areas say another body, believed to be Harry Jon of Holm, was recovered from the river this morning as nine towns remain missing. A separate incident notes Harley McCoy injured in yesterday's wreck near Denver, with a local transport to Hewis ve. Brig Gen William Ludlow dies of consumption in New Jersey after falling ill in May.

Philadelphis Harry Jon Holm Ludlow New York William Ludlow Comrent N. J

Hunt Appointed Governor of Porto Rico

Washington August 30 The United States today appointed William Hunt of Montana to be governor of Porto Rico. The announcement states Hunt will lead the island administration and oversee colonial affairs as the new Puerto Rico governor.

Hunt Porto Rico Washington The Willias Montane Porto Rice

Burglars' Big Haul in Jewelry Store

Chicago report details a jewelry store theft with thieves escaping after taking gems and cash. Police investigate the break in and review clues from the early morning hours. Local authorities urge residents to report suspicious activity as the investigation continues.

Chicago Hagermann Asfe Gems Inessh. Nocti

Des Moines Fire Destroys Iowa Town Business Section

In Des Moines Aug C the business section of Kheranton in Green county was wiped out by fire early today. Aid arrived by special train from Jefferson. The loss is estimated at 60,000. Local authorities mobilized quickly as the blaze caused extensive damage to commercial properties and prompted immediate relief efforts.

Iowa Des Moines Aug.c Kheranton Green County Tolly Jefferson

Explosion on Delaware River steamer Day of Trentay tragedy

Widespread disaster details reveal at least 30 dead and 188 missing or unaccounted after a boiler explosion on the steamer Trentay. Names identified include William Nelson and William McCormick among others. several women believed burned. Dozens were hospitalized with many not expected to survive. Victims include Philadelphians among the deceased or injured.

Avtend Steiner William Nelson Eigil Werdowes McCormick Wilmington Del Bilmabeth Kreen Tom Dane Arthur Y. Lansinghoy Trenton William H. Reen Chara Weld Dora Weill William Va Ke Dein Mee Evin Kinney Persuge Mere Anne van Sehoick Hightstown Noto Midsannie Kero Philadelphia Outerwine

Political Feud Rises Over State Treasurer Controversy

Gov Longino probes state treasury after claims of inflated fees and altered records. Treasurer J R Stan declines to state, vacation return triggers suspension, Warde named acting treasurer as standoff with lawmakers intensifies amid court contest and political fallout.

Jackin Mies J. R. Stanfre Longino Minteh Porrnele Treasury Huaio Ebauld Lairgio Crowers Aehi W. Arate

Fool Killer Launches Fueled Niagara River Run

A new craft named the Fool Killer 10 is launched by Nieren and associates. The boat features a glow with an elyte power engine and plans to make a dramatic run below Niagara Falls. Earlier attempts by Nae Wooan failed. The device aims to photograph the trip for a moving picture, with critics noting the crew believes it may be the last such attempt.

Wbieast Aus Nissen Elaine Tiee

Roosevelt in Illinois amid Guard review and Chicago visit

Vice President Roosevelt traveled through Chicago en route to Springfie ld to meet Governor Yates. He was welcomed by military officials led by Colonel J Ho Strong and escorted to a special car. At the capital he dined at the executive mansion and reviewed troops at Camp Lincoln. The trip includes a stopover in Chicago with planned morning and evening entertainments.

Kaye Ermeny ED Chinen Roosevelt Chicago Timois National Guard Episiusiniee J. HoStrong Yates Toosevelt Executive Camp Lincoln Springbhrd Cullom

Striking Glass Workers Meet Over Resolution and Injunction

In Pittsburg on August 30 a telephonic conference was arranged between President Schwab and Simon Burns of the National Window Glass Workers' Association to push another Amalgamated Association meeting with steel officials for strike settlement. Reports indicate unions remain strong and prepared to train skilled workers, while company officials plan to resume operations and court action seeks to curb picketing. A separate dispute in McKeesport and Canal Dover involves police protection and sanctions against strike interference.

Pittsburg Schwab Simon Burns National Window Glass Workers’ Amoctation Amalgamated Association Steel Tur Amalgamated Ascoriation Anienace Sivel Corporation Claiimne Se Mills Oporatio Willa Piper Tie Staeditane Chicago W. C. Dagie Howe Fok Bia Liu Tokyo American Tinplate Company Mayor Black McKeesport Horns Borns Shaffer Pittburg Schws

Minnesota Elevators Change Looms For Rail Lines

Aug 30 Minnesota Attorney General Douglas outlined a plan for state regulation of public elevators near railroad lines. He said about one hundred elevators exist and many have operated without licenses, currently used as private facilities and not licensed by the state.

Milan St. Paul Mins Douglas Millread and Warehouse Commission Eail Road

Hidden Money Discovered In Timber Yard Theft Case

Aug 20 Hidden funds totaling 86000 allegedly vanished after a timber yard incident at Ninth and Faraim streets. Express packages were found moldy and under examination to determine value. A prior incident six years ago involved an express package valued at 5000. Archibald, a messenger, faced robbery charges but was acquitted. later sued for 25000 in defamation and lost.

Umala Faraim Pacite Express Company Archibald

Young Man Go West for Possible American Holdings

Rep. Hull tours China and the Philippines exploring new American possessions. He warns openings are thick with risk and discusses governance, education, and industry ideas for Filipinos and Oriental Americans, asserting gradual reform and citizenry within the U S framework amidst broader imperial plans.

Manhunt for Bessie Francis continues near Kansas City

Armed men and bloodhounds search 40 miles south of Kansas City for Bessie Francis, accused in the Mary Henderson case. Reports describe mob threats, a mine shaft probe, and Sheriff tension as authorities promise pursuit until Francis is captured.

Kanane City Kansas City Bessie Francis Mary Henderson W. C. Hyatt Miss Henderson Kauaae Chiy Boasi Mary Tenderson Coutuabie Manhattan Kan Hyate McRder Choy Francis Readily Sud Mit Bickwater Woneer Tol Hardy Jean Wit Frames Thyanole Franele Co Down A.W. Klee Lene Sheelit Temple Warrensburg CNC Titaphor Lenoven Brinkwater Enis Karner Davenport Charles Brien Columbas Bud Francis Maurderer Cominches Holden Taguin Tottersonm Hovertier Petree Posse Momlay Peires City Miss Wild Miss Wild Were Tale Open Is, Minder Thie Exeltanett the Sherlf Mowat Iitely Fiat Sheri

Diplomat Expects Peace Amid Colombia Venezuela Tensions

Reports from Colombia and Venezuela indicate optimism for a peaceful outcome as Colombian minister Carlos Rico travels to Bogotá to discuss adherence to a pact with Venezuela. Dispatches describe widespread war weariness, disrupted towns, and looming battles that could determine regional fate.

Masonic Conclave Ends in Frisco as Ottivera Elected

The twenty eighth Knights Templar conclave adjourned after electing Ottivera as head and choosing San Francisco as next year’s gathering site. Officers and junior warden contests dominated the session with key posts filled by George Moulton and John A. Gerow, Detroit, amid a grand ball at Horse Show Landing.

Ottivera Frisco Fanisville Ang Cfficers San Francises Horse Show Landing Grant Emily Tiauk FL Dhamus Cubimbis Awd Woden Joh A. ’Gerow Detroit Grand Recorder

Western horse thieves raid Mora area ranch

In a Mora area report from Minneapolis Aug 30, a horse theft gang visited AL Maletekofer’s ranch near the village. They took saddles and horses from a nearby pasture, then rode southward before an attack by a cur company forced them to abandon the stolen animals. A posse is pursuing the gang.

Minneapolis Mit A. Specil Sayss Morse Anioves Maletekofer

Telegraph Briefs Summary of scattered 19th century items

A garbled telegraph briefing mentions a 12 year old in Festoria, a fatality near Hocking Valley tracks, Oklahoma group activities, a Guthrie meeting in October, Nicaragua debt coupon timing, a dust storm in Alpine Colorado, Sheridan transport to the Philippines, Russian emancipation notes, cable completion talks, Milwaukee weather bureau meeting, Interurban Horse Show debut, Celene Theams HB return to Chicago, a found body near Cleveland on a Lake Shore line, Sallie Salisbury located by parents in hospital detention, and Klondike mine frauds.

Hai Festoria Geerse Hall Hocking Valley Teta Oklahoma Guthrie Colo Sheridan San Francisco Nhagen Exar A. Disp Amerpolit Skagway Weather Bureau Milwaukee Wis Lesington Pack St. Paul Lis Mexico Celene Theams HB Monatory Chicago Cleveland Lake Shore Buffylo Tyearelt Sallie Salisbury Detenon Hospital Aoitiz Klondike

Delima case ends with duty payout under Treasury ruling

Washington reports Comptroller Traceworm ruled the Delima & Co. judgment for 14597 dollars on Porto Rico duties may be paid from the general treasury appropriation rather than requiring new congressional action, following the Supreme Court decision. The decision covers duties paid on goods shipped from Porto Rico to the United States after the treaty of Paris and before the Foraker act approval.

Washington Comptroller of the Treasury Traceworm Delima United States Supreme Lourt Delima & Co United States Porto Rico Treasury Congress

Mr Crampton Returns From Visit To Europe

Mr Crampton returns after six weeks abroad gain in flesh and spirits. He met his wife and son Dr George Crampton in London during a 1500 mile auto trip. The trio toured L and visited Kings County, his old home, left fifty years ago. He sailed from New York on the Deutschland, five days, then returned on the Teutonic in seven days. Mrs Crampton and son expected in Rock Island in October.

Crampton New York

Corn Huskers Have Race Riot at Rock Island Plant

At the Rock Island Canning factory Sears unit a small race riot broke out between black and white child workers aged 11 and under. During work hours tensions escalated after the day’s shift, ending in a pitched battle with several bruised. no serious developments anticipated.

Rock Iland Sears

Friends of Bowker Seek Bonds For Federal Case

Wallace H. Bowker remains in county jail awaiting the federal court convening in Pearis after failing to raise the $1,600 bond. Friends are working to secure bondsmen and hope to obtain release in time.

Bowker Wallace H. Bowker United States Pearis

Plow Trust Renewed With Parlin-Orendorff Entry

Plow trust agitation revived with Parlin-Orendorff company of Canton joining, practically ensuring success. Rock Island Plow and Deere & Co of Moline are in the proposed trust though Moline Plow declines affiliation.

Parlin-Orendorff Company Canton Lir Rock Island Plow Company Deere & Co Moline Moline Plow Company

Midnight Second in Wyoming Trot Narrowly Misses First

Midnight the horse of Carl Mueller finished second in the 2:19 trot at Wyoming Illinois. The driver relief note suggests first place might have gone to the horse if Mueller had driven all heats. In other news a rider fell, bottle broken, flesh burned, and two men died in a separate incident near Selma Alabama. An oil drill at Fulton encountered a 250 foot underground cavity flooding the town’s water supply and affecting nearby farms.

Midnight Wyoming Carl Mueller Wyoming, Ill Dulton

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