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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1902

Page

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International Harvesters company formed in New Jersey

The International Harvesters company filed articles of incorporation in Jersey City, stating a $120,000 capital to manufacture and sell harvesting machinery. It absorbs major producers including McCormick, Deering, Plano, Warder, Champion, and Milwaukee Harvesting, with five U.S. plants and one in construction in Canada. The venture emphasizes farmer welfare and plans a Chicago headquarters.

New York International Harvestersmpany Jersey City Intentional Harvesters Company New Jers McCormick Harvesting Machine Company Deering Tarvester Company Plano Man United Sates Canada Hows Cyrus HL. McCorlek Harles Deering George W. Perkins D. M. Osborne & O Anuborn Johnstone Hmarester Company Batavia N. Yi Falier A. Wood Mowing and Reap- He Machines Company Troosickalls Adriance, Matt &G Poughkeepsie N. Y Anoinees Encorporation Cicago

Charlevoix Competes for Naval Training Station Site

Reports from Charlevoix Michigan and other Michigan sites describe a board split over the best location for a naval training station along Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. Rear Admiral Taylor and officials tour eastern shore areas while Winslow and engineer Nowesenu inspect western zones and Dahlia carries a party including Lucius Young.

Charlevois Mich

Tragic Fall Kills Man at Grand Tower

Murphyshoro Aug 14. Robert Brice fell about 100 feet from a high bluff at Grand Tower and was killed instantly.

Murphyshoro Ill Robert ‘Brice Grand Tower

River towns plan push for a vast Keokuk dam

Mississippi River cities and lumber interests of the northwest join steamboat lines to back a bold plan. They aim to influence the Trans-Mississippi Commercial Congress meeting in St Paul next week to support building a large dam across the river at Keokuk and Des Moines foot.

Keokuk, Ta Aux Mississippi River Northwest Iinee Trans-Mississippi Commercial Congress St. Paul Kheokuk Desmee Se

Dam survey report advances for government canal project

A survey and report ordered by the last national congress progresses on a government canal project. The study aims to render the most efficient design and potential electrical power for communal use. Planning targets cities within fifty miles of Keokuk, Dubuque, Davenport, and Rock Island.

War Department National Congress Congress Keokuk Dubuque Davenpit Rock Island

Third annual reunion of the Army of the Philippines opens

Nearly 2,000 delegates and veterans attend the third annual reunion in the city. General Irving Hale presides at Arcanum hall with a brief reception and routine business. Governor Cummins and Governor Savage welcome attendees at Lake Manawa with other speeches. Akron’s George Crouse notes Buckeye mower maker may join a harvester combine.

Cummins Savage Nebraska Male Akron, O Lillon George Crouse Aultman- Miller Company Combine of Harvester Manufacturers Akron Company

Governor Gage Arrested on Crimin Libel Charge

California governor Henry T. Gage was arrested by San Francisco detectives on a warrant for crimin libel against John D. Spreckels and released on habeas corpus. In Washington the Cuban case affects Bragg at Havana and US representation.

Los Angeles Cal Henry T. Gage San Francisco John D. Spreckels Washington Cese General Bragg United States Havana

Three Die After Oram Laundry Boiler Blast

Adrian Michigan in August 14 ten Noughey dies from injuries after the Oram laundry boiler explosion. The disaster now claims three lives.

Adrian Mich Ten Noughey Oram

Elks choose Baltimore for 2008 grand lodge reunion

Salt Lake City Utah August 14 The grand lodge of Elks selected Baltimore as the meeting site for the 2008 annual reunion and completed its business The parade of uniformed Elks drew over 3000 participants Prizes totaling 1750 pounds were offered for marching clubs Joliet Illinois earned third prize in its class

Salt Lake City Utah Grand Lodge of Elks Baltimore Grand Lodge Bodies of Elks Joliet Iis

Chicago and East Buffalo Livestock and Grain Price Report

Daily market summaries from Chicago and East Buffalo show cattle hogs and sheep valuations with scattered ranges. Reports list feeding, packing, and stocker prices, with grain futures from St Louis and Milwaukee noting slight gains and firm oats and barley.

East Buffalo N. Y Dunning & Stevens Live Stock Commission Earlings St. Louie Grain St. Louis Faye Milwaukee

Quebec Court Frees Two on Extradition Bond Fight

In Quebec Colonel John F. Gaynor and Captain Benjamin D. Greene were released by Judge Caron after ruling the U S extradition warrant flawed. The decision cites treaty limits and a misdated 1807 fraud charge, prompting possible new United States action for extradition.

Quebec John F. Gaynor Benjamin D. Greene United States Caron Langeller Valee Montreal Colonel Gaynor Greeny Chateau Frontenac Mgistrate Lafontaine Lafontaine Ieas Great Britain Erwin Duxbury Mare Benjamin Db. Greene Jobe F. Gaynor Richards Captain Carter Supreme Court Carter Greene Gaynor Qaynor Hoyt Beverly Mass Knox Associated Pres Inet Ceren

Murder Confession Ties Former Boarder to Slaying

Cleveland Aug 4 Mrs Ignats Wiurchowski says in a written confession that Charles Janaski a former boarder at her home and said to be infatuated with her shot and killed her husband Sunday night near their home. Police report two detectives reviewed the crime in detail.

Cleveland Ignats Wiurchowski Charles Janaski Wiurchowsk

Golden Medical Discovery Promises Cough Cure

A long promotional piece extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for coughs bronchitis consumption and other respiratory diseases. Personal testimonials claim dramatic improvements with multiple bottles and urge readers to seek medical guidance via letters to Dr. Pierce. The ad emphasizes hope persistence and the physician's credentials and offers a medical adviser booklet for 21 stamps.

Dr. Pierce Chas. T. Stone, Esq Whitford Chester Co R. V. Pierce John M. Russell Brent Invalids' Hotel and Surgical Institute Buffalo N. VY N.Y Pierce Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute N. Y

Confession in Struggling Case Involving Mrs Witwirekowsk and Jonnekl

In a murky case a detective escorted Mrs Witirehowek as a suspect rushed by bushes. A revolver was pointed at the detective. laughter and a startled cry followed. Charles Jonnekl confessed to the crime and implicated Mrs Witirehowk, with the confession later verified and documented.

Mre Wihorchowksis Deeerphen Mrs. Wiarchowek Charles Jonacki Jonnekl Mra Witirehowek Witirehowsk

Money Motive Said to Drive Ida Uhiman Murder

In Ocomonowoe Wisconsin Albert Uhiman claims money stolen from his pocketbook led to the shooting of his daughter Ida on a Sunday walk to church. He says a self cocking revolver fired. Ida denies knowledge of any money and says he took $90 saved for a Minnesota trip.

Ocomonowoe Wie Ida Uhiman Albert Uhiman Tie Daughter March Ubt Thi Minnesota

DANGER IN FALSE TEETH CAUSES SHARP SICKNESS

John G. Robertson of Cookesville swallowed a false tooth while laughing. He was sent to Chicago for X rays and possible operation as his health deteriorated, with age making the outcome uncertain.

Janesville Wie John GC. Robertson Cookesville Chienne Chicago Robertson

Dreaded Fire Burns Child and Wounds Widow

A mother died after an alcohol lamp exploded in a room while she prepared milk for her 6 week old baby. The blaze scorched her body. her husband had died earlier, leaving three children orphans. Additional dispatches note various local incidents and personnel movements across several cities.

St. Paul Aug Vincent Markel Edmund Street

Corporations In Illinois Lose Charters For Fiscal Noncompliance

Springfield Aug 14 Over three fourths of Illinois corporations have had their charters cancelled for failing to file annual reports. Enacted in 1901 the law requires a report by Feb 1 to March 1 detailing principal office business and directors. the secretary of state lists compliant firms and cancels the rest. One man found dead and another dying in a Jersey City hotel room after a gas accident.

Springfield Illinois Secretary of State Recorder of State

Unseen Naval Peril Prompts Submarine Emphasis

Washington April 4 The article notes that naval experts expect a test of US surface fleet versus French ships but Holland’s accident prevents participation. It highlights French submarine advances, including Zede and Aymnote, and argues submarines offer strategic edge in future sea power. England plans to expand its submarine fleet to ten, with ten more under construction.

Washington United States Marine Ilyeres Mediterranean Zede Aymnote Prince Leades Sabarines M. de Laneson Waldeck Reouwneu Jobe Ile England Channel

Submarine debate fuels harbor defense views from naval leaders

Admiral Dewey and Captains Wainwright and Sigsbee back submarine boats for harbor defense arguing progress over fuel risks. The debate notes submarines could deter attacks on ports and offer moral impact, while battleships remain primary forces. Separate dispatches report a Wabash train brake failure near Dunreith injuring three and Davenport floodwaters after heavy rain.

United States Navy Admiral Dewey Wainwright Sigabee Harbor de Fom Aing Sigsber Navy Board of Construction Sigshee House Committee On Naval Affairs Manila Galveston

Delegates attend four conventions across the Northeast

Four hundred delegates gather at the American Law League session in Niagara Falls New York. The seventeenth annual convention of the American Philatelic Association meets in Springfield Massachusetts. A Prussian army order bans US laid in army kitchens. A fire in Marysville California destroys business property worth 100000 dollars injuring several firefighters.

American Law League Niagara Falls N.Y American Philatelic Association Springfield Mass United States

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