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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1903
Page
1
The article reports on political maneuvering around the Panama Canal treaty. It notes a tight Senate margin for ratification, with 57 Republicans and possible Democratic defections. It describes caucus actions, party unity pressures, and ongoing conferences on policy including Cuba reciprocity and canal matters.
Report from New York describes poor prospects for rehabilitation in the Transvaal as Gen. Ben Viljoen and Capt. Lewis report British corruption and incompetence. They plan a company staging the battles of Colenso and Paardeburg with an amphitheatre at the St. Louis World’s Fair.
In Washington on December 16 Patterson of Colorado condemned the sugar trust as invading sugar beet fields to control supply during a senate debate on the Cuban treaty bill. He invoked Democratic caucus views on Jefferson's doctrine amid questioning by Aldrich.
From Kitkatlah on the northern British Columbia coast comes word that Daniel Watabee, accused of sorcery, was saved by an Indian agent in Port Essington. He had bound fat and hair with a charm in his shoe to win a woman's love. tribesmen planned to kill him but were arrested and fined.
In Dulwich and Lewisham by elections, Chamberlain's tariff policy wins big. Conservatives and Liberals clash over Chinese labor in South Africa, with King Edward linked to posters. Despite reduced majorities, Chamberlain scores a double victory boosting his campaign. Editors weigh the result and potential imperial trade ties.
Omaha dispatch reports the Hastings postoffice removal case before the U S grand jury with charges of excess expense. Special Agent Gregory testified with Washington evidence while J B Wootan of The Daily Bee also testified. Judge Munger orders a special trial jury drawing for Dec 19 with jurors to report Dec 28, signaling Dietrich conspiracy bribery trial soon after year’s start.
A special conference of Japan elder statesmen and cabinet ministers meets after Russia's reply. Gen Nedama the war minister attends for the first time while admiralty plans a potential naval demonstration amid heightened tensions.
In May Springfield hosts the annual encampment and meeting of the Sons of Veterans the Women's Relief Corps and Ladies of the G A R. The council of administration of the department of Hines GALT meets to decide details for the event.
Chicago December 16 At a committee meeting the Illinois prohibition party set the state convention date for a location in Springfield or Burlington both cities inviting the event.
Mrs. Manning replaces Mrs. Blair as president of the world’s fair board of lady managers in St. Louis. Mrs. Daniel Manpe of Albany N Y was elected to the post without opposition.
Greece reports the Ralli cabinet has stepped down as the premier fails to secure sufficient backing in the chamber to advance policy. Other briefs note Major William H. Garland dead at 4 years old after meeting presidents, a clothing store fire in Fort Wayne causing $75,000 loss, and Augustus Grovinger, Sioux City pioneer banker, dies at 75 from pneumonia.
New York reports Dr. Parkhurst backs Sunday saloon hours limited to fit the law abiding German community. He argues for minimal hours to curb excess and insists Sunday remain more than a day for beer drinking.
In Boston on December 1 Democrats scored a heavy victory with Patrick Collins winning the mayoralty and the aldermen and common council likely to be solidly Democratic. The city favored licensed liquor selling by a large margin and Republican turnout was notably apathetic. Swallow lost more, dropping about a third from two years ago.
Warrant issued in Grand Rapids charging William Leonard with subornation of perjury tied to bribery attempts during the Salisbury trial. Leonard stood mute at arraignment and remains held on $200 bond as prosecutors seek a new case after Nichols acquittal.
A bank cashier Asa C. Buellinett of One Yale Nations Bank died after a basement collapse while an audit showed he owed the bank between 12000 and 15000 dollars. He served as treasurer of Grace hospital and Trinity church and belonged to several lodges.
In Holland Michigan on December 16 the Anti Saloon League announced plans for a campaign against local saloons in Ottawa county and aims to push for a local option vote if feasible.
Secretary Noot testifies first before the committee on military affairs as it probes protests against General Leonard Wood's confirmation. Roe provides defense for Wood as the panel reads excerpts from official correspondence about his Cuba administration and leadership.
Mrs Rosa Lind Bowers, known as the Sweet Pea Girl, sought divorce after eight years accusing her husband of alcohol abuse and infidelity. Detectives found missing items and took Koone to sober up at a hotel following a tense incident. The marriage ended soon after the man was released.
Helena Montana December 16 A 15 year old girl Adrienne Baque testifies she lied under oath against Camile Peres who is serving years in prison for a rape two years ago. She writes to Governor admitting perjury and says she wished to right a wrong done innocent man. Also reports in Paris and Lincoln notices on education and life company suits.
At Taganrog it is reported that a sudden sea withdrawal exposes a vast shoal area for miles. Vessels are left high and dry and confusion grips the harbor as seismic disturbances are suspected to trigger the unsettlement.
A freight train collision on the prize system near Pawnee Kansas left two men dead and several others injured. The Fort Scott Kansas report mentions one fatally hurt and multiple injuries as two sections of the freight train collided.
A significant blaze endangers a major Cincinnati hotel amid tense firefighting efforts. The report also notes Iowa cash theft of three thousand dollars and a mosaic of historical and literary observations, including remarks on Gladstone and life growth studies.
The body of Lord Stanley of Alderly Park Cheshire, who died December 10 of pneumonia, was buried according to Mohammedan rites at Alderly Park. The ceremony occurred with strict secrecy and only family members and servants present as the casket was lowered into the grave.
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