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Newspaper

Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1902

Page

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Henderson Out of Race in Third District Nomination

Des Moines Iowa September 17 Telegraph replies show D B Henderson declines acceptance of nominating for congress in the Third district citing views on tariffs and trusts. Other notes report W S Cullison accepting Ninth District nomination and T Me ink, Eleventh District nominee, declining to run due to business pressures.

Itenderson Dufmyne Bi. Allink Choicowin Eadora Msythe Congress Ube Ths D. Bohenderson Flas Wlatta Cullison Harkin Ninth Lawn

Alarm Over Smoke and Gases From Copperas Mountain

In Nambrindge Ohio residents report smoke and suspected gases rising from Copperas mountain in Paint Preck valley. Authorities prepare a state investigation as scientists, including Hasecome Red Hot Scientiste, are asked to conduct a thorough inquiry into the heat and dull red hue observed on the mountain.

Nambrindge Ohio Paint Preck Valley Copperas Mountain Mount

Nicholas Fish Dies After Saloon Brawl in New York

Nicholas Fish a New York financier and scion of a storied US family died in Roosevelt Hospital after a blow to the head in Richard's Saloon on West Thirty fourth street Monday night. Police probe if murder or accident. private detective Thomas Sharkey and two women were present. Coroner cites brain paralysis from the head injury. wife away at Tuxedo. Sharkey and the women are in custody as investigators seek facts.

Nichobes Fish New York Nicholas Fish Iilionaire United States Roosevelt Hospital Richard Thiry-fourth Street Fish Thomas J. Sharkey Libby J. Phillips Nellie Casey Ty Vtah Sharkey Womer

Twenty Five Thousand In Odd Fellows Parade Details

A historic parade drew twenty five thousand participants as civic leaders and dignitaries reviewed events. Gov. Cummins and Magne Wrenten spoke briefly with President Roosevelt, discussing national politics, tariff policy, trusts, and reciprocity with Cuba amid Western-state considerations. The coal strike was noted as not discussed. Delaware Democrats name ticket for November, with Houst on, Hosinger, and Lowe, as party factions collide over congressional nomination.

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Guard Not to Participate in Port Ley Encampment

Sincoly Neb Sept 17 The Nebraska National Guard will not take part in the encampment at Port Ley Kan Governor Savage has ordered two infantry re mercants and a cavalry troop sent to meet necessary expenses he says the National Guard fund is exhausted and a deficiency of 2 would arise He objects to sending the entire militia during a strike on a Union Pacific line and notes no formal call has been received but one is likely to arrive soon

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Suicide of Lieutenant Morris shocks Kansas City crowd

In Kansas City on September 17, word spread of Lieutenant Morris dying by his own hand aboard the Olympia in Boston harbor. Friends believe his death followed the Maine disaster, and that he knew the explosion’s cause, kept secret by Spanish mines or torpedoes ruled out.

Kamat City Morris Olympia Boston Harbor Maine Mavaua Malon Havana Tnt Kansas City Club

Attack at Baptist Church Endangers Preacher in Newburg

Indianapolis Sept 17 Rev George Reecher a noted Baptist preacher was attacked by congregation members during a sermon at Newburg church He escaped through a window after resisting repeated assaults Several members rushed the pulpit and Reecher fled His friend Gilbert Rewons aided later as Reecher’s whereabouts and condition remained uncertain with serious injuries to Rowan who was beaten during the melee

Indianapolis George Reecher Indiana Newburg Ile Antil Topeliee Frye Hiss Gilbert Rewons Reveher Murtuuich Becher Rowan Beecher

Labor Candidate Wins Mayor of Clinton

Labor candidate W. B. Farver wins the Clinton mayoral race in a civil election, defeating Republican rival FP Sutton by a plurality over W. J. Poston, replacing the late A. Murhes.

Clinton Ita Umyor W. B. Farver FP. Sutton Amk W. J. Poston Varyer A. Murhes

Crisis in Venezuela Report From Willemstad

A fragmentary cable reports a critical situation in Venezuela with references to Willemstad and Castro, noting unrest and potential humanitarian impact amid uncertain details and limited context. The brief mentions Ve and Oe and names Willemstad and Castro as focal points.

Venezuela Willemstad Castro

War on Evansville wine houses ordered to close

Chief Mauke of Evansville police ordered all wine rooms in the city closed following numerous complaints of open operation. A Kentucky woman reportedly died by suicide in a wine room about a month earlier, accelerating the crackdown.

Evansville Mauke Hauke Dee Kentucky

France Faces Mediterranean Role in Waning Peace Talks

Paris dispatches report M. Pelletan, French marine minister, warning that France must keep the Mediterranean as a secure bulwark and prepare for possible holy war while denying grand designs of domination. London and Berlin commentary downplays his proclamations, noting France’s rebuilt influence in the region as Britain seeks closer ties and Germany dismisses the minister’s statements as imprudent utterances.

Rizerin Tunis M. Pobtetan M. Delanase Wi Yerta M Leletan Alea Attik Corsica Teuton Mediterranean Mary Tam France Germany Paris Italy Pele Jeten Cotten M. Delvasn Pellefane Atne Pemarioe Frances Tori Bizerte M.deledsae Phang Oveen Inent M. Deteasse M. Peltetan London Berlin Pelletan Forez Pelleban Analo Die Associated Press Foreign Office M. Pelletan Prance Great Britain South Africa Mbita Great Urittun M. Pellgrau

Two Bull Goring Incidents Reported in Midwest Towns

Elkhorn Wisconsin on September 17 reports Dwagut Wales a 60 year old man fatally gored by an infuriated bull in North Geneva. Midland Michigan on September 16 notes Mrs Cli rieu Weronge gored in Taerkin township and in serious condition from abdominal injuries caused by a bull.

Elkhorn Wis Dwagut Wales North Geneva Hi Fem Midland Mich Clirieu Weronge Taerkin Township

Democrats Confer District Meeting in Monmouth

A Monmouth gathering of Democratic delegates, including members of the state committee, filled the district convention hall. The event drew strong attendance, signaling unity for forthcoming campaigns, though Rep. Sherstat of Wettliebury announced he would miss future sessions due to business commitments.

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Trainmen Seek Higher Wages Across Western Routes

Chicago dispatch notes women of the railroad conductors and agents will vote on a plan to demand wage increases. The joint committee will study a uniform rate scale if a two thirds vote approves creating a defined wage territory. The plan covers conductors and other railway workers across lines from Minnesota to New Orleans. A meeting is set in Chicago with the committee to finalize terms.

Chicago Rath Road Thiluth Minn New Orleans Aire Eutins Adele Serviers Adebles Patriel Jollet Thie Eunosin Mw Vetlag Katecas City

Alarm Note From Bown to Kentucky Hartford KY Sept 17

A note from Hartford Kentucky reports fearsome unrest as bands of drifters terrorize the area. Town authorities struggle to maintain order while residents seek safety amid crime and panic. Local figures including the town marshal urge calm as fear spreads through nearby Rockport and surrounding communities.

Bown Hartford Tien Rockport Muiday Tilford

Electrical Workers Win in Ottumwa Strike Tr inspires local settlement

A chaotic report details a strike among sleetrimal workers in Ottumwa ending with a settlement after a violent incident injuring a woman and child. The account also mentions unrelated items from Cape Town, Manila, and London, including political acts, a search for a killer, cholera aboard a transport, and a runaway death in Corydon.

Opposition to Roosevelt grips Pennsylvania strike talks

In Schuylkill region, miners press for end to strike with early settlement seen as likely. Prominent leaders including Gompers and Wilson discuss relief and support while noting no immediate action to line up broader labor backing.

Marines on all Panama trains reported travel

American Marines are traveling aboard passenger trains and freer Panama areas with the Cincinnati cruiser docking at ndgines to establish a small rapid fire gun shelter.

Panama Tolan Cincinnati Ndgines

Call Sent Out For Bank Conditions Summary

Bank officials issue clarifications as the call goes out for conditions tied to a national banking settlement. Financial authorities outline requirements and timelines as the week closes.

State Crops Recovering After Frost Delays Harvest

The report notes plowing improves as ground dries after frost and rain. Some northern areas faced heavier frost damage but most of the state shows limited harm. Threshing continues, corn maturity advances slowly with many crops in shock. potatoes yield large and pastures strong. apples improving though average quality uneven.

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