Fifth Crank Raised Turmoil in White House Yesterday
A disturbance erupted in the White House yesterday linked to an individual described as the fifth crank Elliott. Authorities reported no further details available at this time.
06 Oct 1903
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1903
Page
1
A disturbance erupted in the White House yesterday linked to an individual described as the fifth crank Elliott. Authorities reported no further details available at this time.
The Supreme Court opens its October term with Attorney General Knox appearing personally to argue the government’s side of the Northern Securities case. The court will also consider the federal tax on oleomargarine at ten cents per pound.
A historical notice reports John Stumpf died by shooting himself in the head during a period when a nurse was absent. The terse account notes the self inflicted fatal action and the surrounding absence of care.
Remains of J. T., once a member of the Ex-Sectalian group, arrived in Muskogee as the community learned of his death by suicide. Funeral services are scheduled for tomorrow.
The Macon circuit court faces a high rate of divorce trials with 32 cases in one term. Rev W P Clark of the First Baptist Church urges couples to avoid airing private troubles publicly and to improve courtship before marriage. He calls for happier homes and reverence for marriage.
An attempt to blow up a Northern Pacific freight train near Birdseye damaged the roadbed and destroyed the engine pilot. A similar wreck occurred near Avon on another NP freight engine. Blackmailers who demanded 50 000 dollars from the railroad are charged with the attacks.
Officer Circle who subdued Peter Elliott yesterday at the White House is now threatened with blood poisoning from an elbow wound. Elliott, the fifth crank at the White House since Roosevelt returned, prompted arrests or brief releases for three others. An extra guard accompanied Roosevelt to the memorial service for British Ambassador Herbert.
Paris reports the famous Eiffel tower will be demolished soon not in 1910 as planned. The move ends a historic landmark era and removes a premier modern sight from the city’s attractions.
The marriage of Frances Fletcher to F N Adams will be solemnized at 1 PM Wednesday at the bride's home at Eleventh and Barrett Aves in Lexington Missouri. Rev J M Rudy will officiate. attendants include Tom Fletcher and Nelle Fletcher. flower girls Frances Carter and Nannie Estill. couple to depart at 3 30 PM for their Lexington home.
T C Steelman a Bea man merchant wandered into the woods Sunday and is described as a mental wreck. Worry over business and finances is blamed for his condition.
The will of James C. Wills was filed in probate court and probated this morning. It leaves all real and personal property to his widow and children. Take a Hot Springs boiling out.
The forecast calls for showers tonight and again on Wednesday with cooler conditions arriving by Wednesday afternoon or night. Stronger showers may bring brief pockets of cooler air and gusty winds, especially in coastal areas.
An overcast sky and gusts of wind threaten to disrupt the Priests of Pallas parade in Kansas City. About thirty thousand visitors arrived today to take part in the fall festival events.
Havana reports Senor Yoro Secretary of State will visit Washington soon as special representative of President Pama and seek an audience with Roosevelt. Cuban authorities acknowledge need for quick action to ease growing discontent across classes on the island.
Marriage licenses were issued today to W. F. Collins of Fort Scott Elnora Redman of Green Ridge Ernest Jullian of Boise City Idaho and Della Wise of Sedalia.
The Sans Gene club will meet Thursday with Mrs. Fred Hoffman Jr at 1509 South Vermont for a social gathering.
George Forman chief inspector and C J Johnson a constable vanished with a government steamer heading for Borneo as a government account investigation proceeded. A government boat pursued them, and they took $6000 prior to their hurried flight.
Speculation in New York financial circles centers on the steel trust dividend for common stock. About 25,000 was wagered at even money that the dividend would be one percent. A New York news bureau said one percent would be paid and claimed the information authentic.
Paris reports letters between King Peter of Servia and a Paris financier recounting a 351 year old note for a diamond bracelet. The court marshal promises settlement, then matter ends with a fall from a Belgrade stairs after the attorney visit. A financier accuses Peter of past notes and loans, detailing a 1873 bracelet scheme and revoking further credit.
The Greater Hail Store presents high end suits described as inventive and stylish. Prices range from 12.50 to 18.75 with options in cheviot, Zebaline and black cheviot fabrics featuring satin linings, pleated and gored skirts, and belt waists.
A local shop touts dress and walking skirts in Oxford gray or black at $2.50, walking skirts from $3.50, seven gore wool skirts from $5.00, and wool cheviot and worsted styles from $5.85 to $20.00. Featured gowns include black London Twine and broadcloth options with trims and panels, promising variety and full ranges up to $20.00.
The store offers 56in Rouretted Suitings in blues and greens at $2.00, Scotch Tweeds for 48in walks at $1.25, Flecked Zibilines 44in at $1.66, and Zibilines from 56c to $2.00. Venetian and Black Cheviots, Covert and Pattern Suitings present varied widths and prices up to $3 per yard.
The American line steamer Westerland from Liverpool reached New York with one man, John Greening a fireman, fleeing heat and going berserk on the main deck. He wielded a large knife, chased passengers, then sprang overboard to the sea as the crew ordered engines reversed. Search for a body followed with no immediate results.
Mrs A D Stanley entertains about twenty five guests at 316 West Seventh Street in a compliment to Miss Frances Fletcher who soon will wed Mr F N Adams The Stanely home features flowers and potted plants and the guests enjoy a pleasant afternoon.
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