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Newspaper
Sterling Semi Weekly Gazette
Location
Sterling, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1905
Page
2
The czar names two envoys as a step toward peace Russia urgently needs. A real insurrection has broken out in the Caucasus and Poland trembles on the brink of crisis.
Washington reports tentative Russian and Japanese plenipotentiaries for peace negotiations led by M Nelidoff and Saron Jos en. Takahira likely promoted to ambassador as talks plan for August conference. unrest and armistice prospects noted amid widespread disturbances across Russia.
The Hay family faced anxiety as Secretary Hay endured a sudden uraemia attack after arriving at his summer home in Newburg New York. Doctors Scudder and Murphy were summoned from Boston and the illness, linked to a cold from shifting weather, improved quickly with treatment and an operation was abandoned.
Across Russian Poland and the Caucasus unrest spreads with uprisings and sieges. In Lodz and Warsaw crowds clash with police and troops, dozens die, thousands flee, and martial law is proclaimed as authorities vow to restore order amid ethnic tensions.
Donnelly & Co filed an involuntary bankruptcy petition against the grain commission house. Edwin W. Potter was appointed receiver with bonds of 100000 dollars. Petitioning creditors claim 16000 dollars, but the firm’s facilities may total hundreds of thousands. Allegations focus on preferential payments to a single creditor during insolvency. Firm members claim no creditor will lose, while others dispute this.
Governor Charles Deacen of Illinois will lead a major excursion to observe Minois Day in Portland Oregon. He will be joined by Mrs Deneen the Illinois supreme court judges and other state officials. The occasion is linked to a telegraphic message to the exposition headquarters and marks a formal observance with a large Illinois delegation. For the first time since the small-betting law, the Del Inar track betting ring was deserted as judges weighed merits of wagers and Sheriff Herpel closed the betting ring.
June 27 Yale University announces fellowships in the graduate school for students from several institutions. Names listed include Lester W. Zarothan from University of Winds Champrign and Axel K Westing among others. Also reports on races and baseball scores from Chicago Cincinnati New York Philadelphia Detroit Cleveland and other cities.
Secretary Taft condemns U S criminal law administration comparing it with England. He argues faults in jury trial, defense rights, and jury guidance, urging tougher enforcement and reforms while noting differences in legal systems and liberty guarantees.
A speech by Secretary Taft condemns limited appellate review and juries as fetishes of liberty. He argues courts restrain judges, crediting trial by jury while noting rises in murders and executions since 1885 and linking mob violence to delayed justice rather than swift arrest. He urges restoring judge advisory power and removing peremptory jury challenges.
Speeches urge drastic legal changes to curb crime especially in western states. Proposals include abolishing criminal appeals or limiting reversals unless legally warranted, with calls for reform amid a tense national discussion. Reports note other items: factory fire in New York causing heavy damage and rural free delivery demand statistics.
Chicago June 27 Unanimous vote by Teamsters rejects employer terms. Peace prospects vanish as unions head to general meeting called by President Shea to decide strike financing. Some say discussion will focus on spreading the strike.
Boston aldermen vote 11 to 1 to accept a $400000 Carnegie gift for a new trade school funded from Benjamin Franklin’s legacy. Alderman Linehan condemns the grant as blood money from steel industry workers. In New York, a federal sweep arrests thirty forged citizenship paper swindlers awaiting trial at the Tombs.
Archbishop Afessmer names Right Reverend Joseph Rayner rector of St Francis seminary as vicar general to replace Father Augustine Schinner, newly elevated to bishop of Superior. In Portland, Me June 27, Lieutenant Arthur Balentine and Miss Katherine Reed wed quietly at the Reed home as the family mourns.
A brief county report highlights new acquisitions and notable sales from the county seat library. Readers gain insight into recent arrivals, continued popular titles, and curbside or in-person access options at the local lending hub.
Real estate transfers note payments from Lyndon to Sterling and towns like Fenton and Comp with values ranging from 18 to 16 560 dollars. Probate matters include inventories approved final reports discharged and will probate dates, with numerous estates listed and guardianship actions. Marriage licenses issued include Charles Waters and Pearl Frisbee Geneseo Sterling and others.
Members of the First Methodist church gave a farewell reception in the church parlors for Rev J H Williams who sails Saturday for Rome to spend six weeks. A large crowd attended and wished him God speed. Williams then left for Chicago en route to New York. Services will continue Sundays during his absence except during the Chautauqua period. A coupon sale at Chester’s dr eeds store funded the Ladies Auxiliary Y M C A but failed to attract many customers. Subscribe for the Gazette.
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