This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 32 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1906
Page
1
Archbishop John M. Farley condemns France's separation law, saying it forces church trustees to alienate donated property. He compares it to New York’s Trinity church trustees required to consent to reallocation under threat of confiscation.
A denunciation of a New York legislature empowering lay boards to manage church assets and worship, arguing such a law subordinates Catholic property to secular boards and undermines papal authority. It warns of massive church property value and fears loss of religious liberty.
A defendant receives a two year prison sentence after sentencing in the court. The ruling specifies a two year term on the charge cited in the docket.
George Burnham Jr., former general counsel for Mutual Life Insurance, convicted of larceny, was sentenced to two years in state prison by Justice Greenbaum in the supreme court. The article notes a broader cabinet shakeup and Moody's move to the Supreme Bench, as reported from New York.
Washington events report Moody moving to the supreme court Strangs named secretary of commerce and labor Metcalf assigned to the navy Bonaparte becoming attorney general Paris dispatch notes Cardinal Richard leaving the Episcopal palace amid large demonstrations by bishops priests and nobles
The French Catholic church is fighting a broader war for crown rights of Christ similar to the Free Kirk founders in Scotland. French clergy defend property and endowments for worship and charity, seeking sympathy from all Christian churches regardless of denomination.
In Saginaw Michigan on December 17 Justice Webster a 54 year old man died after a violent anger fit during a loading dispute. He leaped from a wagon grabbed the wheel and struck his head on a metal tire then collapsed. Autopsy showed his heart burst from the surge of blood caused by anger.
The Montana armored cruiser has been launched at the Newport News shipyard. The Plymouth Congregational Church in Minneapolis has been sold to L. Gillette Co for 234000 dollars. U.S. scullers are barred from Henley regatta until amateurism rules are tightened locally.
During his stay in the Panama canal zone President Roosevelt mounted the engineer seat on a steam shovel and operated it while workers filled a car with earth. He also rode through the Culebra Cut to observe the progress from a slow train, speaking with laborers about the project.
Thompson Lake is patrolled by a steam launch with armed men in a conflict led by the Thompson Lake Rod and Gun club to stop fishermen. The club, led by Harry C. New of Indianapolis, filed four $1,000 damage suits in Fulton County circuit court against Charles Rudolph and William Shafer and others for alleged haulage on the club’s preserves. Fishermen argue the lake is part of the Illinois River and will contest the case in court. If fishing stops, New York shipments totaling several carloads weekly would be curtailed, with eastern dealers backing the fishermen.
Five hundred depositors of the Bank of Macomb met in Macomb Illinois two weeks after suspension and cheered C Vr Chandler owner after he pledged to pay every depositor in full. They appointed a committee to work with Chandler and name a trustee if needed. Chandler agreed to turn over bank business and deed his real estate to the trustee when the committee believes depositor interests demand it.
The will of Otto Young, prominent Chicago merchant, files showing about 20 million in property placed in trust for grandchildren until the youngest reaches 21. Public bequests include 20 thousand to Chicago Orphan Asylum, 20 thousand to Home for the Friendless, 10 thousand to Old People's Home, 10 thousand to Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ, and 400 thousand to Chicago Home for Incurables. He had already donated much in life to charities and provides for several sisters while leaving his wife and daughters comfortable incomes.
During debate on the urgent deficiency bill Williams of Mississippi asked whether the government pledged that the current occupancy of Cuba by United States troops was temporary. The discussion focused on funding for Cuba related expenses and the future status of U S forces there.
In the debate Littauer, in charge of the bill, responded with an unqualified yes signaling strong backing for the measure. The remark indicates initial approval from the bill’s chief sponsor amid ongoing consideration.
The Mackinac Island state park commission asks Governor Warner for a $15,000, two year appropriation to fund urgent repairs and improvements. The commission, with about $6,000 annual income, has not previously sought funds. Dee, 17, Lansing.
The House passed 350 private pension bills in under an hour. Before pension matters, the Committee on Appropriations reported an urgent deficiency bill carrying 581500 dollars. The Senate was not in session.
Ali Mirza heir apparent to the Persian throne has arrived in Teheran. He was met outside the city by Naib Es Saltanah Persian war minister and brother of the shah. They drove to the palace together amid ongoing concerns about the shah’s condition.
Herbert Hollingsworth recently released from the Ohio penitentiary broke into a hard ware store in Mansfield and robbed several people on the streets. He was shot and killed by Police Captain Marks when he began firing as the officer approached.
In Ishpeming Michigan on December 17 a young Finn named Jusila fired three bullets at saloon keeper John Talus striking his hand after an argument over a drink. Police found two large knives on Jusila as he was arrested following the incident.
Milwaukee December 17 Fred W Borchert acquitted of kiting Otto Wiskow his employee shot during a September 28 1904 alley struggle near Borchert s paint shop four prior trials noted. defense claimed self defense in the fatal shooting.
The fuel famine in North Dakota worsens with towns in distress and schools closed. Admiral Dewey calls for rapid national shipbuilding to avert retrogression, urging three major battleships annually.
In New York on December 17 three men were found dead from gas asphyxiation in the Amsterdam hotel in Hoboken. The victims were Jacobus Wlorian, 35, his brother John, 80, and John Solthommel, 85. Authorities believe the deaths were accidental.
Robbers blew the Lincoln bank and wrecked the building with a nitroglycerine blast, looting the safe of 1800 dollars. Fort Smith reports the incident dated December 17 with no further details on suspects or motive.
In Lodz Russian Poland on December 17 the union of factory owners announced plans to shut down ten of the largest cotton mills if about 1,000 workers refuse offers the employers insist upon. The factories will close on December 20 unless the workers accept the imposed conditions.
Dayton Ohio December 17 David Curtis declared not proven guilty by justice in Squire Terrys court for the murder of Dana Gilman the prosecution failing to show his involvement in the crime leading to his release.
A hazardous device was hurled at Colonel Lotta, commander of Radom gendarmerie. His leg was torn off in the blast. A technical school student who threw the device was arrested.
The Lookout mountain tunnel, built by the Southern Railway, is completed after all working parties met. The tunnel extends 8 000 feet in length.
Market reports show hogs cattle and sheep with receipts and price ranges. Estimates for today and tomorrow indicate uneven gains and steady to lower trends across categories with cattle and sheep showing mixed movements.
A message from John A. Babcock assures readers of a square deal. The note emphasizes reliability and straightforward dealings with the public.
Washington reports interview quotations from House members and Speaker Cannon on whether a 12,000 dollar salary suffices. Champ Clark and others recount high living costs while serving and the need to lecture or rely on outside income to cover family expenses.
Former speaker J Warren Keifer says a member living on salary can manage. Indiana’s Jesse Overstreet notes church and charity costs plus political expenses. Washington living costs exceed home. Several others from Washington, Kansas, Illinois, California, Missouri and Alabama describe expenses, with ranges from 500 to 1000 dollars monthly, and some report no savings or lost business.
The Rockford city directory shows a population of 45 850. Since the 1905 issue, 104 new names have been added.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.