29 Apr 1910
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1910
Page
1
The Indiana state convention delivers a historic surprise with Gov Marshall allies routing Taggart forces. Delegates nominate a full Democratic ticket led by Kern for senator after multi-ballot drama, with Taggart fading as Kern secures unity.
A group denounces the Payne Aldrich tariff as unjust, attacking trusts and monopolies. They condemn Indiana Republicans for Taft endorsements and praise Beveridge for opposing the tariff. They seek voter input on remedies and support amendments to local option laws preserving remonstrance protections.
Lincoln reporting on Governor Marshall's victory in nominating a senator. Bryan commends Kern as an excellent nominee and says Marshall will receive his influence in the race. He notes the Democratic Party benefits from strong leadership in Indiana.
Five crew members of the Morgan Line steamship El Alba bound from Galveston to New York died when a main steam pipe burst in the boiler room sending scalding vapor throughout the compartment. The freighter, with onions as cargo, was crippled in the Gulf of Mexico about twenty three hours from Texas. relief was wired from New Orleans while the vessel remained in distress but not in danger.
Gov. Deneen travels to Chicago to rally against Shurtleff supporters in the legislature. He aims to block renomination of Republicans who backed Shurtleff, risking caucus unity and drawing opposition from Mayor Busse's faction. Behrens appointment cited as insurgent critique. Lorimer defends. Petitions for fall primary due July 18. agreement expected in June.
Secretary Knox has ordered Consul Olivare of Nicaragua to request funds from the state department for the widow and children of Leonard Groce who are in destitute circumstances. Grace and Leroy Cannon were shot to death months ago by order of former President Zelaya.
Troops ordered to Za Potitlan and Santa Cruz to quell border quarrel between residents. A pitched battle left over a dozen casualties as forces move in to disarm factions and arrest uprising leaders.
Anderson Indiana April 29 W and Worden and Frank Johnson have leased 6 060 acres of oil land in Kentucky s Blue Ridge district They plan to move several drilling outfits from this city to the field.
President Taft departs for a seven day trip with Secretary Knox to accompany him to Buffalo Pittsburgh Cincinnati and St Louis. Knox remains in Pittsburgh and then returns to Washington while Taft continues the journey returning Friday for the White House garden entertainment season.
Richmond Ind April 29 Coroner Brankamp returns a verdict charging William Lewis with striking Albert Dickey on the head with intent to murder him. Dickey dies and Lewis is jailed awaiting grand jury action.
Estimated receipts and prices for hogs cattle and sheep across Chicago Washington City and Western markets. Hogs mixed and heavy shipping grades range 9 30 to 9 70 with beves and cows mixed. cattle steady with Texas steers 4 75 to 6 25 and western cattle 500 to 6 30. lambs western sheep yearlings and stockers shown with regional variations. forage, flour, and butter prices listed.
A title question on succession to Governor Hughes in New York State as observers weigh potential successors. The article explores political factions, party dynamics, and the likely contenders for the governorship.
Lieutenant General Nelson A. Miles United States Army retired was thrown from his horse in Potomac Park and severely injured. He suffered a brain concussion two broken ribs a wrenched left shoulder and other bruises. He was unconscious for hours then stirred but did not recall the accident. He is seventy one and has spent the last three years in Washington riding daily in the parks.
Joseph Burrill, claiming origins in Russia and residence in Boston, arrived in Washington to take office as president. Sanitary Officer inspection led to his placement in government custody at a hospital after displaying cabinet selections, credentials, and props including a red dunce cap a headless-doll sword and a red painted straw hat.
Washington April 29 tele graph and telephone companies are declared common carriers under the administration railroad bill. The amendment, adopted by a substantial majority, marks the most radical change to the measure by either house or senate and subjects the companies to federal government control.
Market shows a weak early advance that largely evaporates with light trading across cattle and sheep. Packers and heavy shipping grades move narrowly with slight declines, while dark heavy weights and rough categories hover near steady to weak levels.
Abe Attell featherweight champion and Harlem Tommy Murphy fought a fast ten rounds at the Umpire Athletic Club in Harlem under Queensberry rules. The bout at times drew acclaim as one of the city’s best, with frequent clinches broken by referee Jim Buckley.
John A Babcock listed in care of the North American Live Stock Commission Company based at the U S Stock Yards in Chicago Illinois. The notice identifies Babcock’s association with the livestock trade and firm address.
Clarence Wood fought a four hour siege after attacking Miss Anna Kipp in Rutherford. Police and militia, about 450 to 500 strong, fired on Wood from Hackensack Meadows boat club as he shot at officers and spectators. He then wounded Chief McClellan and Officer Schmidt before shooting himself, with insanity as the suspected motive.
Bes Weather fair and warmer today with showers at night or tomorrow. Indiana forecast calls for fair and warmer today and tomorrow with a chance of brief showers.
London reports the house of Lords has agreed to pass the finance bill in full after it cleared the Commons in a single sitting. The measure now advances in the legislative process.
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