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Newspaper

Tri City Star

Location

Davenport, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1905

Page

3

Clergymen in Kansas City Debate Divorce Canon Change

Kansas City clergy debate church divorce rules amid moves to permit remarriage after divorce granted on statutory grounds. An agreement circulated among Western Missouri priests would allow solemnizing a second marriage even when a party has a living former spouse, reflecting wider Episcopal canon discussions at the Boston convention.

Dee-Moiner Apiscopal Kansas City Missouri The Episcopal Church Boston Dussouri Ud Vans Gelanse

Ex Senator Mason Ill at Shoreham Hotel

Former Senator William Mason of Chicago lies seriously ill at the Shoreham hotel after arriving days ago with a heavy cold. He receives careful nursing and nourishment and is reported improved, avoiding pneumonia. Senator Cullom and several Chicago congressional delegates visited him in his room.

Washlegion William Sh. Mason Chicago Shoreham Hotel Poeuqmonia Cullom Chicaga Covaressional

Deputy Attorney General Plan to Expand Enlistment

In Jaterson City Senator Walker introduced a bill to empower the attorney general to appoint two deputy attorneys general at enlarged salaries. Sangford Walker supported the measure noting no great need for additional force and that work could be handled within the office.

Jaterson City Ian Senate Senedor Walker Enlarioi Aea Sangford Walker

Mother Grays Sweet Powders for Children Ad

Many school children are sickly says a nurse at Children’s Home New York. Mother Gray’s Sweet Powders claimed to break up fevers and teething discomfort, move stomach troubles, and destroy worms. Sold by druggists or by mail with free samples offered. Address Olmsted LeRoy New York.

Mother Gray Chilren Howe New Yorks Emily Marann Moeran Atlan Olmsted J. LeRoy, N

Payroll Proposition Agitates the House in Contingent Debate

The Legislative Veteran League backed a payroll reform plan in Chicago politics, facing opposition from Democratic and Republican blocs. A House committee debated the measure amid factional tensions, with key figures like Henry W. Austin and Wilson signaling a potential clash over the proposal and related staffing bills.

Chicago Yrol Sion League iGear Allen House The New Reeve Henry W. Austin Dak Park Arlen Austin Phare Tomorow Tin Wilson Springfield Anista Austz

McSurely bill targets publication of horse racing data

Springfield news reports Representative McSurely introducing a Chicago city council bill to ban publishing or distributing any racing information about horse races. The bill, awaiting judiciary committee action, carries an emergency clause and penalties up to $1000 fine or one year imprisonment, for anyone who prints or aids in creating race related materials.

Springfield Ten McSurely Conk Chicago Mro McSuraly Reed

Outgrowth of Souse Case Heads to Appeal

Homes Savings Bank versus ALCG Otterbach in Hardin county district court awarded $1,000 plus interest on a note. Otterbach appeals to the supreme court, as the case stems from the Sotle defalcation and has spanned two terms of court.

Towa Palle Homes Savings Bank ALCG Otterbach Hardin County Otterbeok

Mason Recovering Health forms Illinois Senator confined to his room

Former Illinois Senator William B. Mason was taken seriously ill in Washington on Sunday and remained confined to his bed. Doctors said Mason should be able to be out before the end of the week.

Mason Tlinois Washington William BE. Mason Illinois

Re Topeka Fai Refers Barton Resignation to Committees

The report from Topeka Kansas fields mentions resolutions calling for Joseph R. Barton to resign his seat as United States Senator. Both houses refer the matter to committees for consideration, effectively killing the resolutions. The text notes that discussions involve reform measures and political maneuvering. The article frames the event as a political procedural step without final action.

Topeka Kas Fai Joseph R. Barton United States House Senate

Murder Mystery Deepens as Double Appears in Sioux City

In Sioux City Iowa a man claiming to be Joseph O'Brien, the murdered man from last Thursday, appeared at the police station demanding his grip. The double’s appearance challenges the theory that Chas Lafey was the victim and deepens the case linking Claus Westphall, Cherokee stockman, to the crime. McGuire, who had worked for Wertphall, visited the morgue and later claimed a grip thought to help the investigation.

Sioux City Polite'Deneth Josep O'Brien Ioe McGuire Claus “Weatphall Chas Lafey Joseph O'Brien Claus Wertphall Met O Co-Operative Cherokee Claus Westphall McGuire Asveral Ays

Smoot Defends Mormon Testimony At Probe

Senator Smoot opened the hearing by defending witness testimony about Mormon inner secrets. Salt Lake City witnesses Fernetram Anderson and B. Gayward testified. August Lundstrom questioned their credibility. Nielsen, identified as Angie's husband, denied claims linking her to a deceased man. Langton questioned Wallis's credibility as a witness. Bishop Connolly branded the witnesses as traitors.

Washington Smoot Fernetram D. Andereon Gayward Salt Lake City August Lundstrom Jens Chris Tint Nielsen Daniel Tuchsrd W. Young Remirks Marniong

Reprieve Granted for Ex Mayor in Charlottesville Case

The governor granted a reprieve to J. Sam McGue, who faced execution for the murder of his wife in Charlottesville. The stay extends to February 10 to allow the state supreme court to weigh his amended petition for a writ of error and supersedeas.

Richmond J. Sam‘McGue Charlottesville

Fleischmann Case Ends Ends Tax Result In Widow’s $2.5 Million

New York January eighteenth reports a state supreme court ruling by Justice Scott that terminates the liquidation of Maximilien Fleischmann estate. The widow Johanne F. Pirischmand is awarded $2.5 million from profits and Getty business proceeds.

New York Ib Balion Maximilien Fleischmann State Supreme Court Scott Johanne F. Pirischmand Pleischmann

Travel Excursion Guides and Special Vanfares to Europe

Tickets good for trips across Europe with routes including Cadiz Algiers Constantinople Athens and Glasgow. Chartered vessels offer side trips and special advantages. Inquiries directed to PEASE CG CLARK at 13 Broadwey Now York.

Claan U. S Malletea Cadiz Algiers Mafitfa Constantinoples Athen Riviera Etey Rurope Europe Glasgow Pease Clark Broadwey

Revival Advertisements Attract City Congregations

Mo Jan 29 The Rev Li Seleeman pastor of the Lietbo iat Episcopal church South city conducts revival ads in local papers urging salvation. Notices tout 2 pm and 7 pm services at Proteenade Street Methodist Church and at the Metropolitan Church daily with sermons by H Stout and C Saleemas. Choirs led by H B Scout. Large congregations expected next week.

Cette R i Seleeman Lietbo Iat Episcopal Saving Ncal sitonHon Ti Dios Ess Mes Stole H. Stout Dévine Stout C. C

Telegram mix up causes press room confusion

The Star acknowledges a misrouted telegram intended for the Democrat, sent during rush to prepare the power press. An editor says an error went unnoticed until the Democrat's editor flagged it. The telegram was located fifteen minutes after the initial discovery and redirected.

The Star Democrat Munarenene Boas Jbo Tsi-City Star Penlléman

Lansing House Debates Bill Targeting Wife Beaters

In Lansing Michigan Representative Wlog introduces a bill to punish wife beaters with the lash. The measure cites a defendant twice convicted of assault and envisions sheriffs using a cat o nine tails, with three physicians present. The article notes legislative activity on nominations and federal policy praise for Roosevelt on freight rate rebates.

Lansing Mich Tia Wlog United States J. C. Burrows Morrice Gov Nor

Delay in Colorado Contest Extends Gov Adams Answer Time

Denver January 19 joint session of the general assembly granted a extension until 2 30 o clock Saturday to allow Gov Adams to answer the charges filed by James body in the gubernatorial contest. The body also authorized taking testimony in the contest and appointed a five member committee to draft rules and regulations governing the proceedings. The committee includes three Republicans and two Democrats.

Wade

Burlesque and vaudeville bill tops local stage season

The Innocent Maids company from Dirtis Overs Fiots visit the city with Suyers and Wible Maud Kelsy Bleckford and West, and the Kaufman Bros. Two burlesques The Red Lion and Hotels end Downs feature new songs and 20 showgirls. A melodrama The Far East depicts Russian Japanese war with lavish scenery, but critics find the play weak despite costly production and elegant costumes.

Pist ‘Hirth Far East John Crittenden Webb Oucht

Urge Milwaukee as Capital of Wisconsin State

A debated plan to move the state capital back to Milwaukee from Madison surfaces with talks of a new capitol site in a park or a relocation within the city. Oshkosh also pursues the honor, while Milwaukee’s status as railroad hub and ample hotel facilities are weighed against university location requirements.

Milwaukee Wis Madison State University Oshkosh National Exchange Bank James K.‘Llerey Marehall & Misley's Bank Washington Becker The Marine National Bank Clearing-Hows” Conmittes John Joanston George H. Strohmeyer Iprosiedit Milwauke National Clearity-house F. C. Bigelow C. D. Lehmigt John PF. Murphy Freverick Kasten Kenosha Gaya Gor Whittaker

Funeral of Mme Loubet in Marrianne France

The funeral of President Loubet's mother, who died Sunday, was held yesterday. The body was carried from the Louber farmhouse to the village church, followed by a large crowd of country folk. President Loubet and other family members attended. A fire drill occurred in the Tomori tombs in the ceremony of Marsanne.

Marrianne France Loubet Louber Country Falls Lowbét Marsanne

Proposals for Sewers Open at Davenport City Hall

Official notices announce bids for sewer construction in Davenport Iowa. Sealed proposals due January 16 at 2 PM with a $1000 bid bond. Work includes Union Street sewer from Union and Washington west to near Sturdavant Street. City reserves right to reject any bid.

Seaith Sonrg_ & le Waorke Davenport Duesday Pulette Works Union Street Blain Union Washington Enton Sturdavant Street Jony sNall-int

Dexter Gives 200000 for New York Historical Society Building

Henry Dexter confirms a 200000 donation to the New York Historical Society for a new building in Central Park West. The gift honors his son Orlando P Dexter, assassinated in the Adirondacks. A bronze tablet will mark the gift and memory. Local authorities have not charged the alleged shooter.

New York Henry Dexter West Fifty-sixth Errest New York Historical Society Central Fork West F Society Orlando Dexter Adirondacks Aglausin

Doctor King’s New Discovery for Consumption Ad

A reader from Oakdandon Indiana reports his wife suffered consumption and doctors gave up. After using Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption coughs and colds she recovered. The ad claims the remedy conquers disease and offers trial bottles free with purchase.

Derih F. G. Huntley Oakdandon Ind Frank Nadler

Police Bar Officers From Selling Theater Tickets in New York

Police Commissioner McAdoo prohibits department members from selling any tickets to the public. The ban ends a plan to have officers raise an emergency fund by selling 50 000 theater tickets over two weeks at multiple houses. He cites concerns of coercion and blackmail and contemplates making any future benefit sales voluntary by officers.

New York McAdoo Cies Leresster Tigi Wade Pott Leketa

Woman Driver Details Troubles On City Cab Ride

Mrs Genevieve De Long of the Hotel Plaza reported a cab ride from the Pree hotel that included repeated cafe stops and a saloon attempt on Fire Avenue. The driver allegedly seemed drunk, and the man later vanished after being found in a hallway on Twenty First Street.

New York Ford Coventry Pree Prospect Park Avenue A Twenty Third ‘Street Fire Avenue la Fk Sagt Twenty-first Strow First Avenue Drr Hotel Plaza Twenty-First Street Evenue

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