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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1906
Page
1
Indianapolis and Wilkesbarre reports indicate miners and operators met in a joint conference amid defiant stances. Delegates warned adjournments and further meetings with the Scale Committee and anthracite delegates to discuss wage scales, with anticipated delays before any final agreement.
Columbus reports the tax fight ends with the $1,000 saloon tax to stand after a protest signed by 12 Democratic Senators and two Republicans. The protest claims arbitrary rulings by the Lieutenant Governor in passing the Aiken bill and questions its passage. Names include Hafner Espy Arbenz Vanover Schmidt Huffman Beatty Berry Pollock Ward Hunt Gayman Howe. The Senate also adjourns to January 1st, 1908. In Atlanta veterans of the Blue and Gray gather for a reunion, with talks by noted officers and enlistees recounting wartime service.
In Duluth Minnesota on March 29 six suspects were arrested over the sextette murder in Minneapolis. They claim only six people were in the house when the crime occurred and departed Monday afternoon. The party leader Kaeman, who rented the house, is joined by his wife two sons and a nephew. Kaemar says the Demetris were brothers and two of the dead five are believed to be these brothers.
Mrs Roosevelt sails from Washington aboard the Mayflower with Ethel Archie and Quentin plus maids for a short Cuban excursion. They plan a brief stay in Fernandina Florida then Havana surroundings with no ceremony. return expected in about two weeks under U.S. ministerial escort.
Immortal J. N. was adjudged insane before Judge Brown and will be sent to the Toledo asylum in the afternoon. The famous philosopher, 73, had traveled widely for over a half century and remains in good health.
In Columbus on March 29 the Pattison family longs for a return to Milford country home next week as edemas ease and lungs clear. Doctors report a quiet night and improving condition with pulse 96 respiration 22 and normal temperature. Gov Pattison remains hopeful and homesick, preferring country comforts to hospital care.
Madrid March 29 King Alfonso pardoned two American miners Arthur Arnoldson and John Stoner who were sentenced in 1898 to twenty years at hard labor in Ceuta for killing two Spaniards in Bilbao during a quarrel tied to the Spanish American War. A Bilbao subscription is now raising funds for the men.
In Philadelphia on March 29 an entire foreign family was found overcome by gas in their South street flats. Father Shay Weislein died on the way to the hospital. Mrs Weisbein Cecilia and Sarah were not expected to survive while Anna had a chance. Ignorance of gas use blamed for the tragedy.
Jessie White Mario, born Jessie White in England, joined Garibaldi's campaign for Italian unity. She served as a governess to the Garibaldi family, married Major Alberto Mario, and endured imprisonment and exile. She fought in the 1859 60 campaign with the red shirts, often risking capture to save others, earning praise from Garibaldi and other leaders. She refused most rewards, accepting two gold medals given by wounded ambulances attendants.
In Columbus on March 29 the Ohio Independent Telephone Association held its annual convention with several hundred delegates. Officers reported member companies thriving both numerically and financially. From October to March affiliated companies grew from 196,987 to 228,271 telephones and exchanges rose from 68 to 701.
Details from Washington on provincial elections in the Philippines show the Nationalist party winning substantial gains for independence. The old Federalists who favor delaying independence won few victories, while new Federalists allied with Nationalists elected several governors.
The Pennsylvania railroad company awards contracts to Reilly & Weber of this city for track laying in the westbound classification yards at Hollidaysboro and for raising the approaches to the bridge across the Kiskiminetas river at Leechburg Pa.
Gerve Harcough and George Harcough were brought to Gill hospital Wednesday evening after severe burns from hot slag at the Carnegie plant near George's Run in Mingo Junction. Gerve, burned on legs arms and face, avoided fatal injury. George suffered burns to the breast and arms.
Harrigourg Pa March 29 Isaac Ph Brown secretary of internal affairs announces renomination bid at state convention on July 1 next. He represents Corry and is a Republican official seeking re election.
Water from the Cedar river breached the west levee washing through Waterloo business streets. Hundreds of families were rendered homeless as floodwaters surged through the city on March 29.
St. Petersburg report says Premier Witte received a warning that he would be killed unless he quits the government within a week. The threat underscores volatility surrounding Russia’s leadership during the March 29 period.
Washington reports unsettled weather for Ohio with snow or fair skies tonight and again Friday.
Judge Richards imposed a 12 year hard labor term in the Penitentiary after Moses Chivers proclaimed innocence. The courtroom heard a fierce appeal, with remarks condemning the brutality toward James Comings and noting the close, difficult verdict.
Intelligencer reports possible renaming of Middle Ferry station on the Wheeling branch to East Steuben ville to simplify travel for Steubenville passengers. Officials expect a favorable decision soon. The change aims to reduce long explanations and improve service after new Pan Handle schedules caused missed connections at Wheeling Junction. Passengers are advised to use Middle Ferry to cross and save time, though many remain unclear on how to reach Steubenville from there.
Berlin reports Dr. Deutsch says Chile organizes South American states to oppose U S dominance in the region. Chile would lead an anti American movement to block Monroe doctrine influence, with Berlin dubbing Chile the South American Prussia.
Ex Sheriff John G. Burns suffered a severe fall when his cart and horse collided with a bulldog on Fifth Street above Washington. He struck his head and shoulder, sustaining a fractured collarbone, facial bruising, and lost consciousness before medical aid. He remained dazed and was taken to Dr. Millers and then home.
John Sammie, a foreign laborer at the paper mill, suffered severe injuries when logs became caught in the double gears of the palp mill. His flesh was crushed and bones broken between the knee and ankle. He was moved to Gill Hospital where Dr. Walker attended him.
Chicago March 24 cattle prices show 27 000 head strong demand pushing to higher levels with 20 000 more trading at gains while beef cattle remain steady at 2 000.
Wheat futures for May rise to 77146 with gains led by corn at 1440 and oats at 1040. Park prices noted at $16.30, signaling modest advance across grain benchmarks.
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