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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1906
Page
1
Eminent divine and scholar Bishop McCabe dies in New York after a period of illness. The widely known lecturer and church leader had a lasting impact on religious education and public discourse. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Bishop Charles McCabe of the Methodist Church died in New York at 5:20 a.m. He suffered apoplexy after a recent illness and remained active during life. Born October 11, 1836, in Athens, he served as chaplain in the 122nd Ohio Infantry and was captured at Winchester, later speaking on Libby Prison life and giving famed Chautauqua lectures.
Reports from St Petersburg say talks between Russia and Japan have moved to a favorable phase with no rupture feared. A satisfactory settlement on fishing rights in the Siberian coast and drying stations is expected without involving other powers, easing fears of unpatrolled fisheries incursions.
Detroit Dec 19 Announcement by President C M Hayes of the Grand Trunk railroad states George W Alexander of Detroit has been appointed local treasurer for the Grand Trunk lines west of the St Clair and Detroit rivers to succeed the late James M Muir.
In Milwaukee on December 19 the winter session began with an executive committee meeting. The main agenda included hearing complaints from both wholesalers and retailers in the coal trade.
Mrs N Mance of St Louis learned that her uncle Robert Welsh had died in Decatur two years earlier and left an estate claimed to be worth 100000, but Decatur records showed only a 4000 valuation and that the fortune would have gone to Bethesda hospital if she had arrived four months later.
In Blue Creek near the post office a Kentuckian named George Goodwin fired on five men, fatally wounding one. William Armstrong suffered lung injuries, likely to die, while John Cart, Mark Cart, Laurie Shot, and Laurie Kelly were wounded in the eyes, hip and shoulder, and arm respectively. After a chase with the sheriff, Goodwin, who fired six times, was captured.
Paris December 19 The Japanese emperor through Minister Kurino has signified to Ambassador McCormick his wish to honor him with a decoration for services while ambassador at St. Petersburg during the Russo Jap war era.
Coshocton Ohio December 19. The circuit court granted a new trial to Ben Dickerson who is in the penitentiary annex under death sentence. Dickerson was convicted of murdering Kate Hughes wife of a neighbor in June 1904 after raping her.
Henry Suss min found guilty by jury in Hennepin county district court for shooting and killing his wife on Sept. 26 in Minneapolis. The second degree murder verdict carries a life prison term.
The death of a congressman elevates Robert G. Cousins of Iowa as the new chairman of the foreign affairs committee. Cousins first rose to prominence a decade ago with a bold speech in Congress criticizing Ambassador Bayard and prompted a recess as colleagues applauded his eloquence. He is a native Iowan with deep local roots.
President Roosevelt and Secretary Metcalf report strong anti Japanese sentiment in California labor circles. They note few Japanese youngsters attend public grammar schools while fear and boycotts disrupt restaurants and unions. The core issue centers on labor and immigration policies amid state rights debates.
Secretary Metcalf notes the board's May 6 1905 and Oct 11 1906 resolutions were largely shaped by the Japanese and Korean Exclusive League aimed at securing a congressional law. The report links this organization's advocacy to the passage of the resolutions and reflects on its influence in policy formation.
The senate spent four hours on unobjected bills and passed measures including a probe into the condition of woman and child workers. The San Francisco school issue and Metcalf report were read. The house passed the Indian appropriation bill and members prepared for holiday recess amid a $6000 shortfall at Muskogee Indian Agency.
A large blaze in Goshen Indiana devastated the new Jefferson block, a quarter of a square, last year. Estimated losses reach 150000 with about 45 percent insured. Local merchants Saunders Hay Neidiv Stiver Smith Stauffer Keklebarger Dr Thrig tally damages. Elkhart sent a hose wagon and a dozen firemen to assist.
Officials of Audubon Society report Grand Cochere island a 100 acre Gulf of Mexico bird reserve was swept into the sea by last September's hurricane. F M Miller and four trappers found Bremerton Island submerged and thousands of pelicans with broken wings. Also noted is a wage increase notice for 1,000 Pacific mills workers and 1,200 Everett mills workers in Lawrence Massachusetts.
Chicago markets show mixed hogs and steady to higher cattle and strong sheep. Official receipts 18607 yesterday and 21000 today. hogs 86 15 to 86 40 for light to mixed packers, heavy grades 85 90 to 86 40, cattle 83 90 to 67 20, sheep and lambs strong with Western and native offerings.
A brief personal notice from John A. Babcock of Chicago Illinois inviting contact at any time promising a square deal and straightforward dealings. No further details or context are provided.
Minneapolis reports show Interstate Commerce Commission inquiry into northwest transportation reveals the blockade harms the country. Telegrams from over twenty towns confirm cooperation by coal companies and railroads to ease distress, while farmers burn fences and stockpiled lumber to fight winter. North Dakota farmers explain wheat prices fall as elevators fill and no open market remains, forcing price sacrifices or return home.
L. W. Bowen of Great Northern testified about supervising 598 miles of track and outlined train, switching, and inspection times. He noted coal supply lag and car shortages, blaming reports less for railroad fault and saying the inquiry reveals a more serious situation than expected.
Jewelry valued over $4,000 was stolen from Joseph Veiga’s Central Park West residence on December 5. A $500 reward is offered for return and for the arrest of Gabriel Hill and Louise Louys, recently employed at the Veiga home, who vanished around the time of the theft.
New York news reports Miss Lulu Glaser, a young stage star, is engaged to English actor Ralph Herse once leading comedian in her company. She confirmed the engagement at her city home but gave no wedding date.
John P. Long a Camden druggist disappeared in July and was presumed alive when his divorce to his wife was granted in September. He later died when struck by a train on August 30 and was buried in a potter’s field, with the divorce alleged to be tied to a large estate and $5,000 alimony declared void.
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