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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1900
Page
1
A large crowd heard Cato Sells of Des Moines condemn the Philippine war and class power. A parade led by local clubs moved to Harper's Theatre for the talk, and Roosevelts visit to Davenport was arranged with careful schedule limits.
In Indianapolis crowds of around 5,000 filled the hall for Bryan’s appearance as Adlai E. Stevenson and Bishop Turner spoke on imperialism and labor. Bryan received enthusiastic cheers and then traveled to Indianapolis for a late evening event. The convention adjourned sine die after pro forma remarks by leaders, while Bryan’s day included stops in Noblesville and Elwood highlighting labor and trust issues.
A grand welcome awaited President Roosevelt in Waterloo as seventy plus excursion carloads filled the city and hundreds of mounted men and farmers gathered to honor his arrival with a public demonstration. Gov Roosevelt rode through the town as crowds cheered.
A political whirlwind hit the city with Gov. Shaw and Speaker Henderson drawing crowds as 30,000 strangers filled the streets. A park platform hosted speeches by United States Senator Dolliver and Geo. Curtis Guild Jr. amid grand receptions and a two hour stay.
Chicago October 5 reports Dr. Robert D. Shepheard financial secretary at Northwestern University chosen as president succeeding Dr. Henry Wade Rogers who has resigned. In a separate note Secretary Perry ath of the Republican national committee received a jeweled ring from close department colleagues. Marinette Wisconsin October 1 Joseph Jayenge homesteader near Fedur River Michigan reported missing his wife and three children aged 4 and 2 after leaving a fuel house. New line to separate unrelated snippet.
Captain Shields and his men reportedly capture the gunboat Villa on Murinduque Island. In Chicago, M. F. confervti session notes Thomas Smith wounded James Bird and others after drink. The first telegraph from Skagway to Seattle arrived via the new line. Arkansas census puts population at 1 311 564, up 125k in ten years. Reverend S B Dexter advertises for 19 young men to aid his church work. Terry McGovern shuns drama. Corbett retires. President McKinley arrives in Washington. Mr and Mrs Turney of Baraboo Wis visit Water Town Conn. Oct 6 1.
Logan County grand jury indicted several individuals over alleged bid rigging tied to contracts for the state Institution for the Feeble Minded Children at Lincoln. William F. Hoyle, contractor for two new buildings, is named along with Henry C. Mallory and others. One arrestee was freed on bond. several suspects faced various locations for detention and hearings.
The North Franklin colliery at Trevorton operated by the Reading company is idle with no disturbances reported as workers do not report for duty. Reports from New York suggest Jersey Central and another coal carrier will not grant further concessions to striking miners, pressuring a Ti per cent offer. Philadelphia papers note all Reading collieries are idle and no coal is being shipped. Indications point to a potential wage agreement among operators if miners accept terms, with continued coverage expected on page four.
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