11 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1902
Page
1
Reports from La Guerra and Port of Spain describe Anglo German naval movements near La Guaira and Caracas amid Venezuela Germany and Britain clash. President Castro calls for unity and a general amnesty while British and German fleets blockade Caribbean coasts and seize ships. Italy pledges protection for its citizens in Venezuela.
The text discusses German and British actions and the United States role in protecting German and British residents in Venezuela amid a dispute. It notes unrest over arrests and the handling of ultimatums, including delivery on a holiday at a private residence and Germany and Britain’s urgency to act.
Diplomatic observers in Washington say Castro's order to arrest British and German subjects in Caracas is unprecedented among peaceable nations and could trigger war. The British and German embassies aligned with a plan to protect their nationals through Bowen's demand for release, while the United States seeks to avoid involvement. Roosevelt's Monroe Doctrine interpretations are being cited as guidance by both sides.
Berlin reports German and British naval schemes to patrol Venezuela coast with launches to curb smuggling and blockade ports not yet seized by allies. Britain has more ships in the West Indies, suggesting a larger share of required vessels.
H E B Looney a farmer from 2625 Van Buren St. recalls a back strain decades ago leading to kidney trouble. He says Dean's Kidney Pills, bought at Columbia Pharmacy, gave him more relief than doctors and other remedies. He knows others who benefited too, with Foster M. selling for 50 cents per box in the United States.
Berlin December 11 official denial issued over The National Review London claim that the German emperor insulted the British king government and people during a Norway tour and while aboard a U S yacht. The report is called an audacious invention.
New York December 11 The annual conference of the industrial department of the National Civic Federation ended with a crowded hall. The final topic was industrial agreements with many delegates participating. No definite results were reached but the executive committee was empowered to appoint a special committee to review all subjects discussed and a general sense of success was voiced.
Hart Warren, a Burlington brakeman, fell from his train near Cassville Wisconsin and was killed. A previous sensational tale of his disappearance was proven false, traced to telegraph confusion, and later corrected as the same fatal accident occurred exactly as described.
John P. Reese of Albia former president of the United Mine Workers of Iowa and 6th district Democratic congressional candidate will join the coal operators as commissioner. He will represent operators in disputes rather than miners, declining a vice presidential bid under John Mitchell.
In a statement made before his death Barry Johnstone asserts the Philadelphia murder of Kate Hassett followed an agreed joint death plan after she fired at him. A mining accident in Lehigh and Wilkes-Barre kills four and injures three. John Williams and his wife face charges in Philadelphia over a scheme to place two children for money.
Testimony at the coal strike commission alleges a former mine foreman offered two union presidents bribes to secure ten men from each hotel to break ranks and send workers back. Each president would receive 82,000 and a foreman post, while the ten men would gain 100 to 200 pounds.
In Washington reports discuss the Crumpacker resolution on Negro suffrage and party race politics. President's patronage sparks renewed Southern questions with Aldrich Allison leadership, Dolliver wreck experiences noted, and a militia bill as a key topic moving through Congress.
The Iowa state agricultural convention met in Des Moines and elected officers for the department of agriculture. Th. L. Pike of Monona county was named director for the Eleventh district to replace C. Be. Canceren, and the other directors were reelected. Treasurer Ellison reported a cash balance of 30,872.25 dollars.
The Department of Agriculture estimates winter wheat area newly seeded at about 24 million acres, up 5.1 percent from the fall sowing. Condition of winter wheat on December 1 was 07.
Three hundred employees of the Spreckels sugar refinery went on strike yesterday in San Francisco. The walkout affects production at the plant as labor action continues.
James Clark was arrested after officers found feathers scattered in a room at his home on December 11 in Saginaw Michigan. Mrs Clark allegedly tried to hide a feathered victim by placing it in a stove as officers arrived.
An advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery claiming to cure stomach and digestion related diseases affecting heart, liver, lungs and kidneys. A testimonial from Andrew J. Jennings of Thomas, West Virginia describes improved appetite after using the product and pellets.
Superior Court Judge J L Newnham proposes a law making the grounds for divorce a criminal offense punishable by prison. He argues criminalizing cruelty would deter divorce filings and force defendants to contest separations. In Fort Huron deputies report William McElphatrick, a preacher jailed for disturbance, attempted suicide by colliding with a cell door. injuries were minor.
Fragmentary notes mention LaCrosse Wisconsin and Mont Annrecontoin, wealthy parents, a Millman father in Minneapolis or Superior, Walter Watkins of Paducah Kentucky, twenty two acres in Philadelphia, and World’s Fair nonve nir gold dollars applications received near St Louis.
An ILA investigation is promised following the arrest of Floyd E. Fieckinger of Conwell Bluffs for being drunk at the University of Wisconsin. He is accused by Mrs. Martha Loundsbury of holding a carnival with freshmen in her Madison home, resulting in destroyed furniture.
In Aledo Illinois on December 11 the second witness in the murder case against Tina Dunlap testified. The victim Allie Doel’s father corroborated his wife’s testimony. The defense seeks to exclude Allie Doel’s last statement after she swallowed poison candy.
Dew 11-4 dispatch from Tangiers says the commander of imperial forces informs the sultan his troops are completely hemmed in by obels and face either pivot retreat. Loyal tribes are joining the pretender to the throne.
Chicago and Buffalo market notes show hog receipts around 44 000 with prices from 4 80 to 6 55 per cwt and mixed lots up to 6 50 6 65. Cattle receipts about 22 000 with thin demand for heavy stock and steers trading 5 60 to 7 20, natives 3 90 to 7 80, calves 6 00 to 9 50. Grain futures mixed with wheat weak in St Louis and active in Toledo and Milwaukee futures.
The Nile dam near Aswan opened yesterday in the presence of Khedive, Duke and Duchess of Connaught, Lord Cromer, and other dignitaries. The 1.25 mile long structure holds 247.6 feet of water above the Mediterranean, with 180 sluice openings. Foundations reach 75 feet below rock. initial cost estimates were 2,000,000 but actual costs rose due to deeper excavation and granite foundations.
A historic summary recounts the Assuan dam and Nile storage plan, noting Lord Cromer’s appraisal of driving water supply via reservoirs. It covers contract origins in 1905, project scope, and the political debate over Philae temple submersion and archaeological protest.
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