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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1903

Page

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Belgrade Calm After Royal Assassination Turmoil

Belgrade reports complete order and quiet by nightfall amid a day of conferences as Prince Karageorgevitch gains support for monarchy. Provisional government frees political prisoners, prepares for a joint Senate and Skuptschina session to elect the king and draft a new constitution while foreign powers reaffirm noninterference.

Belgrade Servia Peter Karageorgevitch France Switzerland National Assembly Karageorgevitch Princevitch Velimirovitch Radical Eet Senate M. Marinkovitch M. Velimirovitch Skuptschina Foreign Ministry Paris Berlin London Russia Acto Karace Markovics Alexander M. Markovics

Servian Crisis Deepens as New King Emerges

Reported details show King Peter Karageorgevitch in servia amid unrest as the army holds real power. A high official Milislav Zivanovics reportedly died by his own hand amid revelations of a plotted attack. Queen Natalie seeks access to visit her son’s grave, while Prince Karageorgevitch gains public favor. The Times notes no current opposition to the new regime despite fears of royal revenge and Praetorian tendencies. Prince Peter, staying in Geneva, awaits Skuptschina action before returning to Belgrade.

Petrovics Gen. Petrovics Markovics Mirkovics Draga Belgium Prince Karageorgevitch Natalie Servia Milislav Zivanovics General Staff Zivanovics London Times Belgrade Geneva Peter Karageorgevitch Skuptschina

Murderers of Servian monarchs urged to stand trial

St Petersburg reports that Russian newspapers call for the murderers of the Servian monarchs to be tried as criminals.

ST. Petersburg

Monument to Slaves Unveiled in Barrington Rhode Island

A memorial monument dedicated in Barrington honors negro slaves and descendants for domestic and patriotic services before and during the revolutionary war. The white quartz bowlder, buttressed by black stones, bears a tablet noting faithful service to Barrington families.

Barrington R. L United States

Floods Ebb as St Louis Area Sees Drier Weather

In East St. Louis flood conditions ease with better weather approaching. A hearing into the death of a young naval reserve man produced no new evidence. One man is held in connection with the case.

East ST. Louis Naval Reserve Ome

Flood Relief Efforts Grow As St Louis Reels From Tide

Kansan flood victims appeal for aid as 23 000 endure losses with two thirds left stripped of possessions. In St Louis the river falls to 36 feet 1 inch aiding gradual recovery while crowds watch from Eads Bridge. Inquest opens into the East St Louis levee cutting death of Clifford Hambley as residents begin to return home and relief centers log 27 missing statewide.

ST. Louis Eads Bridge East St. Louis Clifford Hambley Broadway Southern Railroad Madison Venice Granite City Rior

Kansas City Relief Appeals for Flood Sufferers

The relief committee outlines flood devastation in Kansas City Kansas, detailing 2300 people affected by a ten to thirty foot flood, with over a third of homes destroyed and two thirds damaged, fields of mud, lost merchandise, and widespread need for clothing and cooking utensils. It notes job losses and ongoing shortages as aid efforts proceed.

Kansas City The Kan

Chief Witness Against Curtis Jeft First Victim of Mountain Venge

Martial rule imposes curbs as fire breaks out in an unoccupied addition recently built. Fire protection is absent in the town and flames spread rapidly destroying building and contents after fifteen guests escape the blaze.

Curtis Jeft

Fire Devastates Ewen Hotel. Jackson Braces for Martial Fallout

Fire razes Capt B J Ewen's three story hotel in Jackson Ky amid feud trials. Militia aid guests to escape as investigations, habeas corpus actions, and arrests follow. Insurance void, loss around $10 000. Ewen motived by vowed testimony against Jett and White in Marcum murder case.

Jackson Joe Redman Swann & Day Ewen's Kinnard Ewen John Clarey Louisville Gray Jim Haddicks Jerry Luntz Swann & Day Lumber Yard Joe Crawford Ed Tha Jett White Redwine Major Allen Captain Maddox Commonwealth Byrd Hargis Ed Callahan Major Alen Howard Fulks Crawford Tharpe

Incendiary Fire Follows Trial Threats in Jackson Ky

The burning of Captain Ewen's hotel in Jackson amid threats linked to the Jett and White murder trials fuels fears of arson and intimidation. Thorp and Crawford deny direct involvement while witnesses report threats and a bribery offer to Captain Ewen, who testified against the defendants. Local delegates fear further clashes as troops remain to protect residents and property.

Thorp Crawford Ewen James Haddicks Jackson J. B. Marcum Breathitt Commonwealth B. J. Ewen Curtis Jett Tom White Jett Marcum Callahan Hargis Hines

Governor Durbin in Washington on Jacksonville appeal

Special to the Indianapolis Journal. Governor W T Durbin of Indiana arrived in Washington to confer with Department of Justice officials on an appeal to federal courts regarding the Jacksonville episode of 1898. He will meet officials then depart for Indianapolis. He comments on vice presidential talk and Bookwalter’s prospects in Indianapolis.

Indianapolis Journal Washington W. T. Durbin Indiana New Willard Department of Justice Jacksonville Fla Durbin Indianapolis Beveridge John BE. Monk

Wife Silent Sorrow After Assault Arrest in Quiet Street

Richard Galbreath and Charles Baker, both deaf mutes, were involved in a family quarrel over Mrs Chappel. Baker was arrested for assault and battery with intent to kill, Galbreath detained for assault and battery after receiving a scalp wound. Doctor treated the injuries at City Dispensary. The wife, unable to speak, sobbed as police took her husband away, watching from the doorstep as the ambulance departed.

Charles W. Baker West Washington Street Richard Galbreath Baker Golbreaths Julia Chappel Mrs. Chappel Golbreath Ms. Chappel Seaton Cunningham Low Askins

Expansion Is Good Policy Says Conservative View

A speaker argues expansion as policy for acquiring overseas territory is prudent yet cautions it does not guarantee great deeds or produce notable leaders while addressing students. He frames conservatism as safe but questions its power to create enduring greatness.

Germany America William Papal Palace New York

Faith of Culture at Butler class baccalaureate address

President Scot Butler delivers a baccalaureate sermon on Liberty and culture to Butler University’s Class of 1922. He critiques absolutism, urges equal opportunity, condemns divine right, and argues nations evolve. The address contrasts German monarchy with American progress and notes territorial questions and citizenship.

Scot Butler Butler Eeerepre Ang Otis Pritchard Indianapolis Esther Fay Shover William Shimer Wanamaker Mary Baldwin Verle Wintry Blair Plainfield Ruth Braden Josephine Bauer Canfield Rosa Dark Helen Downing Greenfield Earleam Edson North Bend Neb Pearly Leroy Foucht Upper Sandusky Katherine Griffin Henry Lewis Herod William Hunt Long Indianapoli Jasper Turney Moses Wayne Dee Parker Rensselaer Sara Charlotte Powell James Garfield Randall Nellie Senour Charles Eugene Underwood Pennsyille Chester Garfield Vernier Liberty Arthur Ewing Waters North Salem A. R. Benton Mrs. Behymer Trians Hohenzollern William II Louis

Residents oppose North Meridian North Side auto station

North Meridian street residents plan to oppose an ordinance tonight that would bar business buildings north of New York street in their exclusive residence district. The measure follows opposition to John B. Cockrum and associates proposed to erect an automobile station opposite University Park.

North Side New York Street North Meridian Street John B. Cockrum University Park E. F. Claypool John C. Wright City of Business Wright Cockrum Board of Health

Massacre at Kishineff and Hay To-Day

The executive committee of the Independent Order of B nai B rith met in Washington to discuss the Kishineff massacre and planned formal representations to President and Secretary Hay. They prepared concrete propositions, withheld details, and expect a public statement after tomorrow’s conference at the White House.

Hay Washington Kishineff Independent Order of the B’nai B'rith

Riot at Crestline Ends Deadly Shooting

George Cook a 28 year old plasterer was shot and killed by Frank Dilling a section employee on the Pennsylvania at the Emerson House cafe Crestline. Dilling was captured after a crowd beat him then revived and jailed at Bucyrus. Crestline residents planned to come by electric cars but further violence was not believed likely.

Toledo George Cook Frank Dilling Pennsylvania Emerson House Crestline Dilling Cook Bucyrus Crestline Je

Opening Session Attracts Five Thousand Delegates In City Camp

Delegates to head camp split into two factions for the opening session to-morrow. Major General Mitchell will assume command of the City of Tents, leading the gathering of about five thousand attendees.

Mitchell City OF Tents Tomlinson Hall Kansas Johnson J. G. Johnson Aecreetie Michigan Hotel Claypool Hotel Enish Illinois Iowa Missei Reece Woodmen of America America Kansas Girls’ Band Et More Kan Forester Omaha Indianapolis New York Newhere Maine Connecticut Rhode Island Monon Missouri Ratoga Springs Claypool Nebraska A. KR. Talbot Deveor Fred G. White Pontiac Talbot White Judge White

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Black George Provisional Government Rule of the Praetorians Prince Peter Voice of the Russian Press Barrington, R. I Habeas Corpus Ewen F Double Quick Captain Ewen Bookwalter Richard Golbreath Hart Charles Baker Kaiser Wilhelm Lege Graduates President Butler North Meridian ST Axmen
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