25 May 1901
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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1901
Page
1
A heavy wind from Notata Utah to Wyoming roars at up to 50 miles per hour, halting telegraph and telephone service across the region. Reports describe uprooted trees, wrecked outbuildings, and widespread damage with few details from distant towns.
Des Moines on May 25 the United Presbyterian church general assembly debated whether a man may marry his wife's sister. A report from the committee on bills and overtures recommends repeal of the section in the confession of faith, noting the overture has received a majority.
Wilmington on May 25 Ernest Dutton a colored man who pleaded guilty to administering poison to his father in law William Kile with murderous intent was sentenced to receive 60 lashes stand an hour in pillory be imprisoned four years and pay a fine of five thousand dollars
Elkton Kentucky May 26 with the heaviest rainfall of the season Mrs Ramor and her 12 year old daughter along with Miss Annie Craig were drowned last night while attempting to cross a swollen stream during the downpour.
The First National Bank of Mineral Point was robbed of 25000 dollars last night as the safe was blown open. Investigation underway with police or officials tracing the burglary in Mineral Point Wisconsin.
An earthquake hits Malaga causing widespread panic among residents with reports of shaking and fear throughout the town. No serious injuries are confirmed as authorities assess damage and provide safety guidance.
London reports Bohs has asked De Wet to meet him to discuss the situation. Pretoria correspondent of the Daily Mail notes the request reflects ongoing efforts to address the matter.
Waldenburg Prussia reports fire at Harmana mine results in several deaths among miners. Des Moines and Springfield dispatches note church revision debate in Des Moines and memorial day parade preparations in Chicago. Massachusetts marks the fiftieth anniversary of the May enterprise. Arkansas report on care for disabled miners and families dominates Southern Presbyterian meeting.
Springfield May 25 ex Governor John R Tanner VII to be buried near the Lincoln monument in Oak Ridge cemetery his widow purchased a large lot about 300 feet from the Lincoln statue The funeral will be military with many state officials attending and pallbearers named from state government and the mining union to organize attendance A large turnout expected with Grand Army of the Republic and veterans groups prominent Citizens from across the state to gather for the service
A string of terse notices from Minneapolis and surrounding towns covers marriages, quick weddings, and social ties. One item notes Beuware wed Dedfestin 5 in Astor, while another recalls a Chicago Presbyterian wedding between Marquis and Martha Cli mbers. Other briefs report an American serving in the Philippines, a labor dispute among electrical workers in Minneapolis, and a church convention in Mason City along with local social events and real estate sales.
Buffalo May 25 The Lacation conference of the National Civil Federation resumes discussions on taxation focusing on mortgages and inheritances. Judge Judson of St James argues double taxation under general property tax harms mortgaged real estate and urges an effective system to tax mortgagers. May 25 in Woodbury county proposals surface to tax or collect uncollected taxes via the Vleener Carnahan company offering 15 percent commission to recover at least 100000 dollars for the county treasury.
In Chien City Indiana a May 25 boxing brawl between Glut of Grey Ville and Wesley erupted after a previous incident. The fight left Glunt with a broken nose and fractured skull, a blood clot feared, and he was held on a $500 bond. Both men were described as song men. Ron knocked Glunt down and the crowd intervened before they reconciled.
Philadelphia May 26 The Presbyterian General Assembly defeated a minority recommendation 284 to 271 with debate extending to the question of revision. Dr Dickey closed with a declaratory stance supporting infant salvation and elect salvation, seeking a written entry in the confession.
Weatherford Tex May 25 A fire started this morning in the whalecale hardware store of Jet Lewis destroyed property estimated at 100000. Insurance is half that amount.
A reports saga from Batavia Java states Horopemss and 174 natives died in the recent event linked to the velopactia root. The tally and details remain unclear as authorities investigate the eruption’s impact.
A northeaster wrecked several vessels off New York and Michigan. The Baltimore and Columbia were lost with crew members and passengers missing. Rescue efforts saved some men from the Baltimore while other ships disappeared, leaving many names and details uncertain.
A tangled report describes a Ferguson Ohl confession dispute involving Dr Barnes and a grand jury. It notes an alleged false confession, a November trial date, and a single witness, Harry Gage, with sparse corroboration. Other items include yacht race plans andMidwest Baptist conference gatherings with regional mentions.
Mrs Costello denies being the heiress tied to a $200,000 fortune. She states she left the city with her daughter and has not married into the Costello line. The story of the fortune is described as fake and she claims she never wrote any letters confirming heiress status. Her daughter’s involvement is said to be only in a oath-taking incident.
Rathbone and Neely face a U S extradition case with Rathbone charged in a federal case. The proceedings touch on testimony and potential delays while Neely’s fidelity to a fair trial is examined with interogatories and Philippine island references cited as evidence of grounds for extradition and extradition guarantees.
A chaotic collage of items from Minneapolis mentions Pettigrew and political moves, the Great Northern line, and a rejected public bid. Reports note Beotorius’s death, a murder suspect case in New York, and various political and legal updates across ports and regions. Headlines touch on elections, espionage arrests, and a wave of organizational changes in bureaus with Armenian and American ties.
In Manila on May 25 Capt. Michael S. Pellman Lieut. Delbert R. Jones and Surgeon Dudley W. Welch of Company G 43d Infantry stationed at Massin Layte southern Layte have been arrested on charges of trading hemp shipment permits from closed ports. They will be tried by court martial.
Wheeling West Virginia May 25 Charles Suez son of a prominent crowd of Moundsville was arrested today charged with the murder of John son Hammond a wealthy farmer living nearby whose body was found with a bullet hole in the head.
Muskogee May 25. Chief Porter signed the Creek treaty passed by the tribal bodies at Okmulgee. Formal notification of final acceptance will be sent to McKinley so a proclamation authorizing the allotment and sale of Creek lands may be issued.
Shamokin Pa May 25 Robert son Co operating the Corbin and Excelsior collieries today agreed to hereafter pay its employees semi monthly, whereupon the strike of 1000 men and boys was declared off.
Washington May 25 Herbert W Bowen of New York was named envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary to Persia in a formal U S diplomatic appointment. Bowen has served in various public and diplomatic roles and will present credentials to the Persian court in due course.
Berlin May 25. The German naval division in the far east has been ordered by cable to return home.
A blast at Senghenydd Universal Colliery in the Rhondda valley trapped about 70 miners Yesterday rescuers worked quickly and five bodies were recovered. Despite the wreckage some miners remained unaccounted for with hope of rescue fading as more corpses were found.
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