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Newspaper
Tri City Star
Location
Davenport, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1904
Page
5
A clipped report states the Australian fleet has not yet received formal sailing orders. Officials regret the delay and promise a full report from Admiral Will. Awaiting confirmation, the fleet remains anchored while awaiting directive details.
Britain demands full apology, punishment of Baltic fleet officers, and indemnity for fishing boat losses after a North Sea incident. Royal and political figures press for swift action while relief and uncertainty ripple through London and St Petersburg as Russia hints at justification.
Henry Carr perished at the foot of Perry Street in Davenport Scott County Iowa by his own act during a period of personal crisis and temporary mental derangement amid poor health on October 24 1904. This inquest note lists John Benedict Ed Rodler and Phil Sonntag as authorities or witnesses.
Coroners jury finds death by suicide after Henry Carr was found in the river yesterday. Witnesses describe his final morning, including remarks of being tired of living and threats to drown himself. Carr had boarded at the Walker House for six months and faced chronic illness.
Title bout between Farmer Burns and J J Rooney set for Turner Hall with a $1000 prize. Referees Fred Beell of Marshfield selected. Match to start around 8 30 with possible preliminaries and police Gazette rules catch can format best three of five falls expected to run long.
London reports an understanding of England's note to Russia with key demands. An apology by the Russian government appears required along with adequate compensation for damages. The note calls for an immediate St Petersburg inquiry to identify guilty officers and to punish them.
Will Warner a 21 year old from Atlantic Iowa faced trial today in Judge Fingers court. He was bound over to the grand jury on a charge tied to threats and a past shooting linked to a turbulent romance with Amanda Conklin and the Harwood family. Witnesses described jealous acts and confrontations across Atlantic Davenport and West Harwood. The case centers on threats of violence and alleged past shootings amid frenzied romance episodes. Warner received bond set at 500 dollars, with further grand jury consideration looming.
A night shift worker at a depot found a bloody bundle containing a four month old foetus on a boulevard near a residence. The tool was taken home then delivered to police. It was left in full view of pedestrians and authorities await burial today.
John P. Kerrigan is presented a handsome fold watch by J. A. C. Petersen's Sons in recognition of faithful services from 1879 to 1904. The inscription notes the token of esteem and appreciation. Kerrigan expresses gratitude for the gift.
Olga Smith charged with larceny will have a trial Wednesday in Judge Fingo’s court. The report hints at sensational developments in the case and possible new twists in the ongoing proceedings.
The M C A convention concluded in Alton after a day of interest as Rock Island delegates returned home. John H. Wilder of Evanston was chosen chair man with A B Bassett Alton A Capps Jacksonville and L R Chermerhorn Springfield as vice chairs. Paul Foster of Chicago named permanent secretary. Kewanee and Bloomington emerged as next convention candidates with city to be decided in January Chicago at secretary meeting where state officers will be chosen.
Davenport association No 7 will hold its regular meeting in G A Hall on Thursday evening. The discussion topic is Water Tahe Bollera.
A second major fire in Troy Ontario last night swept through an entire block of business premises causing an estimated loss of $150,060. Local firefighters battled the flames as damage extended across multiple stores and warehouses.
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