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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1908
Page
5
From San Francisco April 20 Army officers aboard the Buford report serious Moro uprisings in Mindanao and Basilan. Detachments of the 23d and 25th Infantry with constabulary and Tavaches under Major Finley are disarming Moros as white settlers fear an armed band of eighty natives and growing unrest.
The seventeenth continental congress of the Daughters of the American Revolution convenes in Washington on April 20 for six days with strong attendance. Officials anticipate a quieter event than prior years though notable for leadership elections and ceremonial duties.
In Chester Pennsylvania April 20 about forty state police officers stationed amid the Chester Traction Company strike disturbances were afflicted by ptomaine poisoning. Authorities believe canned food caused the illness and none are in serious condition as fears of further outbreak subside.
An order countermanded the Italian squadron’s move to coerce the Sultan for privileges in Turkish territory. The Turkish ambassador in Rome reported satisfactory assurances from Foreign Minister Tittoni. Italy insists on recognition of other claims as exchanges continue between Constantinople and Rome. In Washington Holmes delivered a Supreme Court opinion in United States v Chandler Dunbar Water Power Co affirming a Sixth Circuit ruling on St Marys River riparian rights. In Atlanta, Mercer and Wake Forest meet in a decisive intercollegiate debate on centralization of federal power. In Boston, the morning game result: Boston beats Philadelphia 1 to 0.
Chicago hotel managers report crowded preparations for the Republican National Convention in June. About half of the 4500 rooms at the Auditorium and Annex have been reserved for delegates, with Taft and Indiana New York Pennsylvania and Montana among guests. Palmer House and Grand Pacific also ready, while the Victoria serves as correspondent headquarters with AP and Postal Telegraph reservations. Delegations spread across major Loop hotels within walking distance of the Coliseum.
Secretary Tate, staying with brother Henry W. Taft in New York on April 20, spent the morning receiving callers, including personal friends and political allies. The discussions centered on campaign developments in other states as he prepared to speak tonight at Carnegie Hall and anticipated events in Washington tomorrow morning.
Washington April 20 The senate committee on pensions nearly finished considering a pension appropriation bill. It would total about 162 million dollars, twelve million more than the house bill to implement the widows pension provisions. The house bill is amended to drop the plan to abolish pension agencies nationwide.
The Great Northern fast passenger train OrientaI Limited eastbound struck a landslide near Summit Montana and derailed burning all cars though no serious injuries were reported. Also notes Milwaukee opens Majestic theatre fireproof venue in dream city circuit. Pittsburg miners resume work after Toledo agreement.
Rumors claim Bartlett & Kling will dispose of the Fifth Street concrete bridge contract to Barney Marsh, builder of the Fourth Street bridge, while officials avoid comment. Work paused as crews depart and a concrete mixer is readied at Virden Creek crossing amid labor-side disputes. Laula Morgan recovers from illness.
Col Watterson discusses the political race and says Bryan will likely be Denver nominated. He argues Governor Johnson’s bid came from the wrong quarter and that Roosevelt should not be considered for the nomination. He also predicts Taft as Republican nominee and critiques party chaos. He cites Roosevelt’s stance and the general Republican predicament.
In Washington on April 20, Williams the minority leader condemned Speaker Cannon for adjourning the house on Saturday. He called the act arbitrary and unprecedented and offered a resolution declaring the adjournment a breach of privilege affecting the safety, dignity, and integrity of the House proceedings.
T. P Morrissey of Yonkers New York won the 25 mile Marathon Road race at the Mercury Athletic Club in Yonkers with a time of 4 hours 25 minutes 43 5 seconds Hayes of New York finished second and Fowler of Cambridgeport Massachusetts took third in Boston Massachusetts on April 29 1909.
Henry Chadwick famed as the father of baseball died in New York at his Brooklyn home from pneumonia and heart disease at age 83. The death ends a pivotal career in shaping the sport he helped develop.
Des Moines April 20 campaign plan moves to start without delay for Senator Dolliver and allied speakers. Major Lacey Congressman Birdsell Berryhill and Frank Prout join in Iowa tours April 28 Des Moines April 28 Mason City April 29 Cedar Rapids April 30 Clinton May 1 Ottumwa May 2 all state venues with other speakers, aimed at rallying support for Senator Allison. News notes anti Allison talks continue at party headquarters. Notice Eagle Hall April 23 24 25.
Milwaukee mayor Becker announces a gubernatorial bid to be launched from a balloon. He plans large rural crowds and hopes to use aerial campaigning to win Wisconsin voters, having practiced in captive balloons and envisioning a global tour.
Edward and Louis Steinhagen, West Third Street area market owners, faced trial on charges of assault with intent to commit murder against F A Snyder. State prosecutor S T Mears led the case with defense by W N Birdsall. A jury was selected from among thirty jurors called. the incident stemmed from Snyder being attacked at his back door after closing his market, with Snyder carrying a day's sales proceeds. The grand jury had indicted the Steinhagens after investigation into the February 1908 shooting that occurred as Snyder returned home with his wife at the front door.
Idaho Senator Borah assails leniency efforts for Harry Orchard in the Brownsville affair. He denounces soldiers as cold blooded and a betrayal of law and order. Borah’s speech ties the murder of Governor Steunenberg to calls for clemency and condemns the Union soldiers involved.
Washington April 20 Roosevelt pursues four battleships with White House noting broad backing after letters urging naval expansion. He will met with senators and representatives in lieu of new message to Congress. Trial transcripts describe alibi efforts for a separate case with witnesses Snyder and others detailing location and movements around the meat market and Locust and Third streets.
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