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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1908
Page
5
Illinois Republicans rally behind Cannon tariff plank and back Congressman Boutell with a coordinated slate of state officers. The party praises the Roosevelt administration as it outlines its platform.
Springfield Illinois today saw a fierce blaze at the Leland Hotel in the northwest block, driven by strong winds. Delegates gathering for the state Republican convention escaped as flames consumed the building from the roof to the fourth floor. total damage estimated around 70 thousand dollars with heavy water loss. The convention proceeded after the fire, endorsing Cannon for president and praising Governor Deneen and Roosevelt.
Indianapolis reports the Indiana Democratic state convention opens with the seventh district Taggart delegation seated. The platform backs tariff revision for revenue, income tax, postal savings banks, surplus treasury funds redistributed, direct senatorial elections, Panama Canal completion, and liberal interior improvements. It opposes the Aldrich Fowler measures, favors emergency government currency, criticizes federal court injunction use, and condemns prior congress waste. Delegates back Gryan for president and John W Kern for vice president. Mrs Prisbie hospitalized for operation. a five cent well paner at Gregory's Black Hawk Pharmacy noted.
Covington Kentucky March 26 The heat tobacco warehouse of Hamilton and Co was destroyed by fire early today causing loss over 150000 dollars. Five residences and a saloon were also destroyed and the fire is believed incendiary in origin.
In Cedar Rapids the Democratic state convention opened at 10 30 with Claude R Porter presiding. Early caucuses showed spirited contests though Dry candidates led. Delegates to Denver were chosen by district caucuses and several at large hopefuls disputed the remaining seats amid talks to relocate the next convention from Sioux City to Des Moines.
Chicago March 26 Judge Richard Tutthill of the duventig court sought to save Samuel Goldstein a 16 year old from prison by suggesting enlistment in the navy could free him. Navy officials protest that such precedents turn the navy into a dumping ground for criminals. Secretary Metcalf and Chief Master at Arms Pennington have been informed. Similar past issues arose in New York state two years ago, with apologies by a governor. The dispute involves factions within the party, delegates, and upcoming conventions. Judge Tutthill’s career spans Cook county juvenile court and extensive legal service. he is a Confederate veteran who rose from law reader to attorney general and Chicago resident since 1874.
In the meeting, Dennison received eight votes and Maurice O Conner of Fort Dodge received three for permanent chairman. The at large delegates' lineup is unsettled with FUL Whiting possibly replacing Porter.
Judking McCormick Co sues L O Hieber Co and W B Carpenter over a stock transfer and alleged fraud. Plaintiffs claim $1 057 38 of goods sold with $32 43 reburned leaving $1 024 76 due. March 17 transfer of rights into goods to Carpenter as trustee cited.
The plaintif ls claims the defendant company and W B Carpenter failed to disaffirm a parcel and seek the return of goods valued at 210 dollars. The case includes exceptions sustained and objections by the defendant. A separate action seeks 25000 dollars for the death of Bert Edwards alleging improper care at Iowa Falls last winter.
In Cedar Rapids Iowa March 26 special caucus chaired by BM Carr chose H G Liggett Franklin and W N Hilgbee Buchanan as delegates. G B Thompson Winthrop named on the revolt committee. Contest arises between radicals backing Dennison for permanent chair and conservatives backing Senator John F Wade. Wade leads 55 percent to 45 percent. Central College Glee Club to perform at First Baptist Church Friday evening tickets 25 cents.
San Francisco March 26 Durham White Stevens the Aimomat died after an operation for gunshot wounds inflicted by Iu Whang Chang a Korean Insta Moonday The bullet pierced the intestines in six places and the death will rest in the charge of murder against Chang and Chun Chun is wounded and recovering
Attorneys for the defense in the Puckett versus Gunther case file a motion to direct entry of the verdict judgment. The district court and supreme court upheld a total judgment near fourteen thousand dollars for eleven thousand two hundred plus costs. The motion argues the entry date and Sunday determination affect the judgment, with filings and hearings continuing.
Senator Gates Penrose Wes in Philadelphia is critically ill with facial erysipelas. Physicians report no significant change in his condition, causing great alarm and grave doubts about recovery. Penrose, 48, in public service since 1884, Harvard graduate, longtime Republican leader and U S senator since 1897.
Washington March 26 Senator Burrova objected to seating Senator elect Smith of Storyland, chosen to succeed ou fans Senator Whyte, arguing Smith’s election did not follow the constitution prescribed form.
Walter Whitbeck, son of Arlo Whitbeck, refuses to discuss his father's death. He is jailed in Fayette County after being captured in Rush City and brought back from Minnesota with $417 on him. Coroner and Sheriff prepare to resume the inquiry with many witnesses. the widow may face accessory questions.
A farm near here reports the death of two year old Walker son of Mr and Mrs J J Walker from swallowed carbolic acid on a Wednesday afternoon. Doctors from Cedar Falls were summoned but the child died at 2 AM after convulsions. Central College Glee club to perform at First Baptist church Friday evening with admission 25 cents.
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