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Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1903

Page

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United States Recognizes de facto Panama government

Washington reports the United States will recognize the Panama provisional government as the new authority after Colonel forces gained control in Colon. Secretary Hay announced instructions to diplomats as Navy ships move to secure the Isthmus, with Navy presence around Colon and Panama. The White House conference planned the public acknowledgment once officials confirm stability and orderly governance.

Washington United States Wx de Wik State Department Hay Veanpre Togota Siete Navy Navy Department Delano Dixie Colon Blue Jackets Lanier Nashville Hive Sea Glass Pacific Squadron Marblehead Concord Wyoming Acapulco Mexico Panami Il Spud Nor Pivente Tigke Republic of Teddy White House Seertry Hay Moody Loomis John G. Walker Henry Cylor Bureau Carthagena Nnd Sami Associated Press Carribbean Panama Fas Heo ApwiMie Combutenter Carlos Constantine Arcstrend Geuffred Domingo Dion Alwr Cartagens Unum Colombia Tovar Royal Mail Ovinves Cartagena Hubbard Nashville Shaler Prescott Panama Railroad Great Britain Uncle Sam Charge Herran Colombian Congress Internationa Canal Company Anl Herran

Indians in Hands of the Sheriff

Governor Chatterton secured federal transfer of nine Indians captured near Edgemont South Carolina. They are held by Sheriff Crawford and charged with murdering Sheriff Miller and Deputy Falkenburg. US marshal will oversee proceedings at Douglas to ensure protection amid the trial.

Cheyenne Commissioner of Indian Affairs Chatterton Unsing Lim United States Madeell Douglas

Deaths Add To Turmoil In Hawkins College Football Deaths

Frante Shank captain of last year Hawkins college football team died at 14 from injuries suffered in a scrimmage five weeks earlier. The report notes mounting instability in Panama with provisional government actions, troop movements, and international responses amid the Isthmus crisis.

Napolis Frante Shank Hawoii Deam

Aluminum coin shortage shocks Williams Iowa town

In Williams Iowa aluminum money such as dollars halves and quarters circulates as a local joke or scheme. Stores redeem it and it drives trade, with shoppers paying in stamped aluminum cans though the practice creates an unusual currency sensation in the community.

Iowa St Pal Minn Williams

FARRIS VERSUS LEE Bribery trial features letters read in court

Jefferson City Mo Nov 6 The bribery trial nears conclusion with the reading of letters from ex Lieutenant Governor John A Lew to D J Kelley The defense identifies a bank teller as Lee’s handwriting on a $7000 May 1901 payment The witness says the 1000 from Havemeyer was for advertising and lobbying work connected to sugar duty discussions and campaign funds

Jefferson City Farris John A. Lew D. J. Kelley Marehy Kelley Taevald Lee Te Fetter Teller Tettell American Exeluige Bank St. Louis Mayenever Frank Enrila Congress

Public Inquiry Reveals Alleged Bribe Claims in Legislature

Senator Parris testified in his own defense amid a tense hearing as witnesses discussed alleged payments connected to the anti alum bill. Farris denied taking or distributing money, and denied meeting the lobbyist Ly J. Kelley or receiving any telegram about the bill.

Farris Lee Bin Ly. J. Kelley Loead Kelly

Ace POBFOFFICE THIEF Receives Light Sentence

In United States district court Ace POBFOFFICE THIEF pleaded guilty to complicity in a 1895 office robbery. The crime yielded 35,000 portage stamps and 1,200 in wedding gifts. he faced one year in Chester penitentiary due to mercy by Judge Humphrey. Other items mention immigration arrivals to Canada and a Bristol rumor about a Philadelphia mill owner abducted for ransom.

Springtiera Aq Ov Ane Wee Joseph Killoran United States District Court Killoran Postaster Ridgely Ridgely Devereaux Jorge Carson Chester New York Ludlow Street Behind France Humphrey

Flurry in the Market as Stocks Jumped Then Fell

In New York trading on November 6 brokers reported a volatile session with heavy buying by bulls early, lifting some issues before renewed selling pressure from Wall Street shifted sentiment. United States corporation securities opened lower with common shares around 10 3 8 and bonds near 65 7 3, before some improvement later.

New York Ee New York Securities United Stateel Corporation Wittsburg

New Haven Will Decision Delays Funds Claim

Judge Cleaveland ruled the sealed letter was not part of the will and probate must interpret its provisions. The decree postponed to tomorrow due to Ryan's absence, preventing payment to Lyrian unless further legal action against Mrs. Bennett succeeds.

New Haven Cleaveland Ryan Ratina Bennett

Frightful Fate of New York Boy

A 14 year old Thomas Walsh employed at a rope factory in New York met a severe accident while waters and regulating hemp separation machinery. His clothes were drawn into the machine as he bent to pick up hemp, tearing his body badly before workers could stop it. He prayed for death while rushed to hospital.

New York Thomas Walsh Phe Mactilias

Cuban Reciprocity Treaty Ratification Sparks Senate Debate

Washington reports clash over how to ratify the Cuban reciprocity treaty with strong opinions from Senators Allison Aldrich Spooner and Platt. Tawney argues for more than a joint resolution, while Teller warns of constitutional issues and Durbin’s tariff angle is anticipated. The battle centers on duties on Cuban products and whether legislation must accompany approval.

Washington Allison Aldrich Spooner Platt Connecticut Arlington Hotel Congress Senate Allison Auld House Cuba Tawney Minnesota Great Britain Canada Auiy Fur Teller Ts Jr Colorado

Federal and State Authorities Clash at Rock Island

Raud Ste. Marie Mich Nov 6 authorities clash over fishing practices. The state game commission arrests captains and crews for spawning during closed season. Warden Brewster ordered off a boat while Captain Chapin vows to stop the practice, even by confiscating gear and prosecuting crews. Superintendent Wives claims federal jurisdiction over the fish.

Raud Ste. Marie Mich Ywanten’ Department United States 1St Commission Hrewster Marquette Chapin Duluth Northville Fish Commission Brewster Chapman

Missouri River Flood Protection Convention Held

A Missouri River protection convention gathered in Omaha with participants from Nebraska Iowa Kansas City and Sioux City. Prominent figures including A T Clarke and W J Wight attended to hear papers plan for a permanent organization and flood defense across five states.

Missouri River Nebaska Miesnurt Iowa South Dakota Omeala A. T. Clarke W. J. Wight Robinson J. E. Metcalfe Kansas City L. J. Kellogg A. A. Wild Caldwell T. C. Shvn L. Eaton H. M. Chittenden U.S. A Sioux City Omaha

Armenians' Assassin Identified in London Case

London November report says Detective George Yangle identified as the murderer of two Armenian delegates at the revolutionary convention and connected to Sagatel Ragouni’s death. Details uncertain. Yangle had left his lodgings October 24 after warning he would not renew his room.

Londen Gorge Yangle Strchle Sagatel Ragouni Armenian Revolutionary Society London Lo Rd Hentehakiet Society Yangle

Suffocate in Smudge at Bearsarge Mine Near Virginia City

A boiler house fire at the Bearsarge mine near Virginia City Montana owned by Sendier Millard of Nebraska caused several workers to suffocate as the mine shaft roof and machinery collapsed after a boiler explosion. Superintendent Turner and others were missing feared dead with reports from Wiscon City confirming fatalities. A separate Ohio State agricultural college accident occurred when a traction engine exploded during field work, killing engineer Charles Hopeper and injuring several others.

Noller Colontom Ney Agricultural College Ohio State University Charles Hope Per Ah Delnirnt

Coal Strike Not Avertable In Coal District 15

Denver November reports that Governor Peabody and Labor Commissioner Montgomery concede a general coal strike in district 15 including Montana New Mexico Utah and Wyoming may proceed. They vow no conference and say the western coalition will not negotiate with outsiders while operators like Colorado Fuel and Iron and Victor claim to trade only with their own workers. Notices signed by John Mitchell indicate a union stance.

Denver Peabody Montgomeery Volos Nnto New Mexico Utah Wyoming Montgomery Colorado Wel and Tron Victor Hich John Mitchell Hasta

Park goes to Sing Sing prison for extortion

New York based report says Park, also named Nem f-Sang, was sentenced today to years at Sing Sing for extorting money from Tiffany studies. The event followed a postwar investigation, with details of charges and proceedings recorded in local outlets.

New York Sing Sing Tiffany Studies Marke

Had Name Of Wrong Woman On The Marriage License

A clerical error led to the wrong bride’s name appearing on a Raleigh marriage license. The ceremony proceeded after the deputy clerk corrected the certificate, avoiding postponement amid excitement.

Noreishirg Herteuda Raleigh Hericdile Abney Antha McNuly Texas Burr Maine

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