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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1903

Page

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Inquest Fails to Solve Pennell Death Mystery

Buffalo April 11 Judge Murphy says Pennell inquest yields no light on Burdick murder case. Evidence shows accident or design uncertain as Pennell and wife died after auto plunge into Gebre quarry. Pennell's attorney defends lack of illumination. verdict notes death from injuries in an automobile plunge with motive undetermined.

Buffalo N. Y Arthur St. Pennett Pennell Edwin Burdick Penney Vennell J. Frederick Pennell Justice Murphy Judes Murphy Arthur 2. Pennell Gebre's Carrie Lamb Pennell Penneyould Burdick Thayer

District Attorney Denies Implication in Tragedy Case

The stenographer’s draft of a statement by Pennell discusses public sensationalism, divorce proceedings, and alleged involvement in a tragedy. It asserts no truth to charges against the writer and claims no personal connection to the crime.

W. C. Omphelius Pennell Omphelius

Buried Accusations Fly In Damaging Suit

Pennell accuses the deceased Bur ick of collusion and manipulation as he outlines a feud between the plaintiff and defendant. He says the wife sided with him in disputes, while the man pursued a second marriage, forged signatures, and stole keys to reveal alleged wrongdoing.

Pennell Burick Ime

Governor Durbin Patronage Scam Reported in Indianapolis

In Indianapolis April 11 a months long scheme exploited Governor Durbin's patronage to swindle dealers. Dealers recount calls and orders for cigars underwear hats and more sent under the governor's name. One incident involved a delivery boy and a taunting lute about delivering packages to a colored streetfront saloon. Police are investigating numerous similar cases.

Indianapolle Durbin Tudiana Avenue Walthut

Business Outlook Bright Despite Strikes and Weather

New York April 11 G Don & Cos Weekly Review of Trade reports the outlook remains positive despite strikes and disruption risks next month. Late frosts caused minor damage but crops should improve, fertilizer sales are strong, eastern retail and jobbing in summer fabrics stay robust, steel demand rises, and machinery makers show heavy demand. US weekly failures total 197 versus 108 last year, with 15 in Canada, up from 10.

New York G. Don & Cos Weekly Review of Trade United States Canada

Inquiry Sways Lexington After Inmate's Death

Mrs Sarah Roberts a resident of Lexington for 35 years killed herself amid expulsion fears at the Odd Fellows home in Mattoon Illinois. The case provokes indignation as four inmates reportedly faced ouster, prompting demands for a full investigation. The Lexington lodge paid 609 for her care under a shelter contract.

Thomington Sarah Roberts Odd Fellows’ Home Matteen Lexington Ilinois

Government Interferes Risk on Detroit Prize Fight

Lansing April 11 probability grows that the McCoy Root bout set for Detroit April 22 will be halted by Governor Bliss if state law is being broken. He will order militia if Detroit sheriff fails to act. The governor may intervene once full facts are known.

Lansing Mich Detroit Bliss

Murder Case Jury Disagrees in Faust Murder Charge

The jury in the murder case at Carroll disagreed and was discharged on April 11. Charles Faust is charged with murdering his brother James Faust, with the date of the alleged crime listed as December 1.

Carroll Charles Faust James Faust Dee

Quiet Markets as Good Friday Closes Exchanges

Chicago April 10: on Good Friday all exchanges nationwide were closed and no market quotations were issued.

Chicago

Free Hand to Turkey as Europe Backing Restores Confidence

Reports from Salonica and Constantinople describe unrest in Petrich district with 350 Turkish troops enticed by insurgents and reinforcements moving to the scene. Western powers backed reforms, easing fears in Ottoman circles and permitting Turkey to restore order with British officers possible as witnesses.

Salonica Turkey Petrich Salonten Constantinople Biritain Europe NR. O'Conor Great Britain France Germany Italy Austria Russia Balkans Pasha

Silversmith Conway Eludes Vigilantes in Indiana Town

In Logansport Indiana Frank Conway a silversmith opened a shop in Young America. News spread of his engagement to a local woman prompting claims he was already married. A citizens committee investigated then Conway disappeared. Davenport ministers push progressive stance on divorce in a separate note tied to Bishop Cosgrove.

Logansport Ind Frank Conway Young America George Sholty Michigantown Conway Karlpark Kailpark

Patriotism and Health Claims From a Medical Discovery

The piece advocates stomach health as central to citizenship and strength. It touts Dr. Jercee's Golden Medical Discovery with patient letters claiming relief and urges readers to obtain the medical adviser free or for stamps. Reports of violence and collapses in various cities are noted in brief, including a double shooting and a fatal building collapse.

Apotis Jercee Gee Lerner Fey Mulaski Street Naltinore Maryland Ated Pierce Common Sense R. V. Pierce Budlulo N.Y

Tornado Near Altamont Destroys Village alsomost

A Watsons Kansas telegraph report says Altamont in Allen County five miles west of Watsons was nearly destroyed by a tornado. All wires are down and communication is cut off.

Kansas City Watsons Kan Altamont There

Post Office Receipts Jump in March at 50 Major Offices

Washington April 11 The gross postal receipts for March at fifty of the largest U S post offices totaled 5 720 200 up 440 170 from March 1932 or about 8 per cent. The report notes the year over year increase across major urban centers and highlights strong gains in mail volume.

Washington United States

Murphy vetoes anti cigarette bill in New Jersey

Governor Murphy vetoed the anti-cigarette bill saying cigarettes do not hurt boys under 16 and that the law cannot be enforced.

Trenton N. J Murphy

Two G A R Parades Planned in Anderson May 12–14

It has been determined to have two big parades during the state encampment of the G A R in Anderson Indiana from May 12 to 14. All lodges and civic organizations will join a street parade of the veterans.

Mary 22 Dies in Personal Crisis After Carbolic Acid Dose

Marion report: Mrs Mary, 22, died after taking carbolic acid in a personal crisis. She had purchased the poison and later spoke with a sweetheart about her intended action.

Marion Mary

Battle for San Domingo City Ends In Repulse After Twenty Hours

Dominican conflict reports say forces loyal to President Vasquez attacked revolutionists in San Domingo on April 6 and were repulsed after a lengthy engagement. Heavy fighting continued into Monday with casualties unknown, while foreign warships protected consulates and a Red Cross truce allowed care for the wounded.

A.m. Mendes Wana0ee Feneral Vasques Meppin Vasques San Carlos Red Cross Corps United States Independencia Notios Presidente Vasquez Independenta Atlanta Notics

Children Heard the Shot In North Dakota Tragedy

Henry Albhienson a 60 year old German farmer near Langdon North Dakota killed his 5 year old son at the granary and then shot himself. His other three children who were older refused to go with him and he later died from another self inflicted shot.

Grand Parks N. D Henry Albhienson Langdon

Revolution Victory and City Seizure Reported Across Regions

News from Willemstad and Caracas indicates rebels defeated government forces near Caracas, capturing two cannon and ammunition. Barquisimeto fell to rebels with many prisoners.Cor o heavy fighting ongoing. Separately in the U S Midwest railroads threaten flour shipments due to storage and route issues. West Bay City overturns consolidation results via a ballot recount. Rumors of a plot against King Alexander of Servia gain private confirmation with arrests. Bank of Smithson vault wrecked by dynamite but no loot secured. Amsterdam workers form defense committee to proclaim action.

Willemstad Caracno Caracas Barquisineto Venezuela Coro Vienna Alexander of Servian Alexander of Servia Budapest Bank of Smithson Moe Workmen's Defense Committee Amsterdam

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