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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Republican
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1903
Page
1
A forceful tirade denounces humankind as a cruel master oppressing all living creatures from elephant to moth. The speaker pleads for mercy toward beasts and warns that Earth’s residents witness man’s sin with a unanimous verdict of cruelty. The dog, lamb, ox, and countless beings suffer under human authority.
In Jackson Kentucky on June 18 the Jett-White case was turned over to the jury at noon. Prosecuting Attorney Ney condemned Judge Hargis and Sheriff Callahan as law violators in closing arguments. A verdict was expected that afternoon.
Washington dispatch notes Iowa Senator Allison's allies questioning Metcalf’s ouster as superintendent of the money order division. Postmaster General Payne faces public criticism causing mental distress and a breakdown before reporters amid calls for a fuller probe.
A massive lyddite factory blast in Woolwich wrecked five buildings. Fourteen people were killed and thirteen injured in the morning incident.
A Sofia dispatch reports an alleged confession by a Bulgarian officer detailing a plot to kill Prince Ferdinand in September 1902. The conspiracy aimed to affect the Bulgarian throne by striking at the ruler or his infant son through an anonymous letter.
The Jewish association reports the czar orders compensation for Kishinev massacre sufferers. The governor of Bessarabia was ousted and replacement actions were promised, signaling substantial relief for affected families.
Madrid reports the pope is fit though indisposition remains non serious. Paris cites daily bulletins by the Prussian plenipotentiary on the pope’s precarious condition. Rome confirms the pope’s state is unsatisfactory but not alarming and that his physician works to ready him for the consistory.
Chicago June 18 The negotiating committees for both sides entered a morning conference to arrange details for arbitration as agreed last night. Some difficulty is expected over recommencing statement of all strikers.
The Acapulco arrives with news of Panama seeking independence from Colombia if the Panama canal treaty is not ratified by Colombian delegates. Panama hopes independence will allow it to secure canal rights and finalize the sale of the canal to the United States.
Heppner Oregon June 18 160 bodies recovered from Sunday disaster with many still missing. Mayor Gilliam says total drowned could reach 300 as relief workers provide food clothing and aid.
Wilson, after a failed escape from the prison, was sent to the hospital in a weakened state. Deputy Warden Peargon said he is recovering and will soon be fit to return to duties in the yard. The attempt exposed the prisoners to wireless rumors circulating rapidly through the facility.
Rumor of a new flood on June 17 unsettled Sikth Ward residents. Many women moved valuables to upper floors or to friends' homes while locals prayed as rains fell, but the predicted disaster did not arrive and the calm is credited to providence.
St. Petersburg reports an official communication stating King Karageorgovitch will severely punish the assassins of Alexander and Draga. The note reflects a vow of firm action by Servia's new monarch.
Henry K Stevens longtime Joliet resident and Will County pioneer real estate dealer died last night at his son's home on Western avenue at age 92. He built the Waving Banner tavern and later amassed a large real estate fortune. He left no estate as his property was divided among his children. He married Mary A Bissle in 1834 and was known for his sunny disposition and wide circles of friends. The funeral will be from his Western avenue home tomorrow at 1 o'clock AM.
Last evening at 6 o clock Miss Eimma Groth wed Lloyd Gise at the bride’s parents home 2007 last Jackson street Dr Milner officiated The couple left for Niagara Falls and eastern lakes and will be at home after July 6 at 1009 Jackson street Many guests attended including out of town relatives from Chicago Memphis and Girard Kansas
Harry Miller announces a crowd of young candidates for the new Standards and says the team will hold its first exhibition Sunday, June 28, with fans invited to watch. The lineup includes Pete Lennon Dick Thompson Big Joe Wiskoeth Pitts and others showing early promise as Willis pitched for Springfield and Bloomington won in a dramatic ninth.
The Milner Supreme Court rules all clubs with buffet services must hold dramshop licenses and that giving away liquor at picnics dances and fairs is illegal. The decision boosts municipal revenues and impacts Joliet Labor Day plans by ensuring venues pay the license or remain dry.
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