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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1901
Page
1
Manila reports General Funston led ten soldiers and a company of native scouts in a bold attempt to capture Emilio Aguinaldo in Isabella province. The action is hailed as the most daring of the campaign and could surpass Aguinaldo’s previous feats if successful.
In St. Petersburg on March 23 diplomats say the Russia China agreement now under discussion differs from earlier aims. Russian officials emphasize that Russia does not intend to assume a protectorate over Manchuria.
Reports from Victoria March 23 describe severe bush fires sweeping Ateytratin with Mirrhee settlement heavily devastated. Dozens of homesteads lost and numerous lives feared amid smoke and thunderous flames. An engine derailment near Sidney left fatalities and injuries, highlighting a day of disasters across regions.
Mrs. Green, claimed as the oldest person in Michigan, was verified by Father Korst reviewing parish records in Poland. She remains remarkably well preserved, does light work, and reports good sight without discomfort from advancing years. An unrelated report notes crude oil from Texas shipped to New York aboard the Atlas for domestic traffic.
The Wisconsin Assembly narrowly approves a bitterly fought primary election measure by 51 to 39 as opponents press to defeat it. Attending members include Evan Evans who votes against the bill despite illness and Herman Miller who cancels his son's funeral to oppose the measure, with a crowded chamber and many women present.
The steamer City of Poughkeepsie ran aground on rocks near Stony Point New York and sank but all 150 passengers were saved. Four workmen were injured and a dynamite explosion caused near escapes.
London reports grim fears Japan may clash with Russia over Korea as Tokyo seeks a free hand against Chinese ties. Britain hints at arbitration over Manchurian issues, while officials note China’s treaties with Russia may be modified but require imperial sanction.
News from Constantinople reports the Sultan furious over Britain's seizure of seven Red Sea lands near Aden and a new rail link within former Turkish territory. Britain may seek Russian help as the sultan protests and considers appealing to the czar. Other items note Carnegie on the Nicaragua canal, Grover divorce case issues, a wild stock exchange day for Crucible Steel, and bankruptcies and fires in several cities.
Robert Hayden Moulton, a fugitive from police for bogus checks, fired five times in the Pabst hotel cellar injuring Broadway theatre manager Alexander W. Dingwall. The incident interrupted May Buckley and others in the Officers quarters as patrons fled. Moulton, found with morphine in his possession, is held for five thousand dollars bail with examination set for Monday.
Secretary Hay handed Duke D Arcos a treasury warrant for one hundred thousand dollars as payment for the island of Cagayan and nearby islets, in line with November treaty terms. Final ratifications were exchanged confirming U S title to the islands.
Springfield March 2% The forty second general assembly faces a latest possible adjournment May 3 with April 26 as a firm estimate. If Cook county differences are settled the house may pass congressional and senatorial bills Tuesday and adjourn by April 19 to 26 or May 3 if needed. The apportionment question decides final timing.
Privy Councillor Pobiedonestreff, head of the holy synod, narrowly escaped an assassination early Friday while in his study. Two bullets shattered the window and lodged in the ceiling. the would be attacker Lagowski, a provincial official, is identified. The same date the students' organization committee invites educated Russians to join their freedom struggle.
Chicago March 23. It was officially announced that the dispute between the board of trade and telegraph companies over distributing market quotations is settled. The companies will try to resume service next Monday after months of suspension.
Washington reports Attorney General Griggs submitted his resignation to the president, effective the next day. He will travel to New Jersey Saturday to resume private legal practice.
Cass City Mich March 23 Mrs Nathan Townsend living near here poisoned herself and two children aged 8 and 10 with laudanum All three are dead Family difficulties cited as cause
Mrs. Harry P. Robinson daughter of Hon. Thomas Lowry of Minneapolis, was reported dead in New York last night but is found alive and staying at the Albany hotel in Baltimore.
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