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Newspaper
Warsaw Union
Location
Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1903
Page
2
A Chicago conference among farmers cooperative groups discussed forming a national association to stabilize prices and cut commission costs. The plan includes building grain elevators and cold storage nationwide and a September Chicago convention to finalize organization details.
The California Academy of Sciences expedition aboard the schooner Marie Sachs, led by ornithologist R. H. Beck, explored San Benedicto, Socorro, Clarion, and surrounding isles. They collected about 1,000 bird specimens, numerous botanical samples, and alcohol for preserved reptiles. An active volcano towers over Socorro while wild sheep roam Guadalupe.
Water Commissioner Monroe reports nearly one million dollars in losses. Three inspectors are suspended, with one likely to face charges. Evidence suggests gross carelessness and possible collusion between consumers and department staff, allowing excessive water use at nominal fees.
Reports from Butler, Stafford, Chase, Harvey and Wilson show corn yields far above prior estimates with fifty to sixty bushels per acre common in several counties. Forage crops are excellent as late rains boosted hay and pasture.
In Cleveland a man William Leuthecher and Miss Martha Foehnrich were found dead after two gunshots near Ashbel Street. Police say Leuthecher killed Miss Foehnrich then shot himself, amid family opposition to their relationship. The deaths occurred after a late evening walk near Browlway.
Clarence English a Omaha pugilist wed 16 year old Mered Mayes in Onaria County Court. English declined future support and left the bride in court. Mrs. Allen revealed a will bequest of one third of a 318,000 estate to Mildred Mayes, now Mrs. Foglish, prompting plans to travel to Chicago for settlement.
The hurricane's toll is pegged at 15 million dollars with Jamaica facing starvation risks as aid from America is delayed. Hospitals in windward districts overflow with injured and death toll rises while Kingston mobilizes emergency relief.
George S. Brainerd, head of G. S. Bealnerd Lumber Co of Minneapolis, and brother B. A. Brainerd, owner of Farmers and Merchants Bank at Montgomery, vanish for days. Montgomery is closed, deposits run 50 000 to 80 000, city estimates 150 000. Brainerd in Minneapolis aiding search. note hints at distress and possible desperate act amid business ruin from dubious deals.
A California picnic party from Santa Barbara faced a fatality and several missing members after an excursion along the Lacombe trail. Katherine Grathwol of Bruhul is reported dead, while Frederick Lura described as a raving maniac, and Nellie Stone, Jared Gilbert, and Give Porter are missing. Searchers found Grathwol’s body, and the remaining party returned late with Lura unable to explain the events. The group had traveled from Santa Barbara for a day hike in the mountains seeking health and relief.
World apple crop prospects show good gains in East and Far West with middle West fair. Britain scarce apples, Europe short but orange and grape crops strong. Canada and Nova Scotia promising. Court rulings touch on conspiracy and lawful acts. Fatalities in accidents, textile strike returns, openings in China ports debate, and Noah Brooks obituary noted. Brazilian diamond venture forms amid dwindling South African supply.
The weekly weather bureau summary reports abnormally cool weather for a third straight week in northern districts east of the Rockies with southern regions warmer. Drought and excessive moisture affect various valleys. corn, wheat, and cotton conditions vary by state, with overall prospects mixed and warmer weather urged for maturation in several areas. Apples and other crops show variable progress. forecasts emphasize continued slow growth in drought or wet zones and improving conditions in central regions.
The Weekly Review of Trade notes an average 7.7 percent rise over next year’s figures and 16.3 percent from 1907, with heavy distribution and steady staple line prices. Foreign trade declines are reported, with exports down 140,049 and imports down 2,927,575. Iron and steel face labor tensions, while leather shows better activity and hides weaken. Hides and cereals are mixed, with favorable overall trade and brisk iron business, suggesting cautious optimism for fall.
Equipment and commodity prices for cattle, wheat, corn, butter, eggs, and other goods appear alongside brief market words. The report also notes incidents: John Burke of Chicago killed himself. a fire at Youngstown Burns Works caused $50,000 damage. half of Bison, California burned with $40,000 loss. a giant 11 foot shark with a 200 pound seal in its stomach off Maine. A report claims Anson Phelps Fry was offered presidency of Tuft University College.
A daring kidnapping near Sunbury Iowa abducted Mrs John Hilstow wife of wealth farmer Irving Hilstow of Bennett. The kidnapper imprisoned her in a deserted farmhouse cellar and fled after demanding fifty thousand dollars. She escaped later the same night and was found delirious but alive. Police pursued the suspect aided by clues including a stolen cane.
The United States reports securing a written pledge from Prince Ching to sign a Oct 82 treaty guaranteeing Mukden and Tatungtass ports open. The push faced stubborn Chinese resistance but won approval as a victory for the open door principle, with Mukden highlighted as key and Tatungtao seen as less promising for immediate trade.
Archishop J J Harty to be honored in Temecula and evangelist D W Potter reelected Desplaines Camp Meetings board president. About 3600 Baptists form a Los Angeles church with many from First Church. Prof A W Borg and wife celebrate golden anniversary. Weymouth clergyman Benjamin TH Davis dead. Cristian Endeavor Society forms at Salonika. T J Bassett of UpperTown University receives Doctor of Divinity from Cornell. Dean Samuel Cox narrowly survives attempt on life in Dollis. Elizabeth Lyons, Connecticut’s oldest parishioner, dies in New Haven nun. Bishop Wurtzell crowned knight commander of a Liberia honor. Starke leaves library to Episcopal fund. Salt Lake City's YMCA nears building goal with Mary Judge donation of 10000 and others boosting toward 50000 final gift.
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