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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1902
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports rising Senate opposition to the Cuban reciprocity treaty as fears grow that Germany and other nations may demand similar tariff concessions under the most favored nation clause. Analysts warn that ratification could invite broader foreign pressure on U S tariffs and industry.
A testimonial from W. Brown of Hanover NH praises Vinol for curing bronchial troubles after other medicines failed. The letter quotes a patient regaining voice and strength, extolling Vinol as a cod liver oil based tonic with proven medicinal properties and a money back guarantee.
In a crowded Manhattan scene a window at K. Simpson & Co on West Forty second street was smashed and diamonds valued at 1000 dollars stolen. Police believe multiple men aided the thief who fired a pistol during a chase. the suspect, William Madison of Roeten, was captured. three gems recovered.
The fiftieth annual meeting of the Wisconsin State Teachers Association opened at Davidson Theater in Milwaukee with about 400 members present. President Karl Mathie led the session which featured a jubilee program of music addresses and routine matters.
In Carbondale Illinois a quarrel at the East and West railway camp led to several shots. One bullet struck Trewry Rousy and another wounded Amos Lee. Robert Williams escaped.
Harrisburg Illinois December 30. John Cooksie a one year old boy had his hand blown off at the wrist by the explosion of a giant firecracker. The accident occurred in Harrisburg.
A six second earthquake shock was felt in Bagieres-de-Luchon France on Sunday night. No damage was reported.
Washington, D C August 80. Secretary Wilson forbids release of information on the chemically fed boarders experiments. Pr Wsley’s team must not talk to reporters and officials warn of dismissal for violations. Public interest is to be kept serious as some writers treat the work humorously.
Senator Millard arrived from Washington in Omaha and announced the Nebraska fence issue is settled for the season and likely for the near future. He expects a land lease law soon that will adjust fencing without undue hardship and hints Colonel Mosby may be moved to another post.
Robert Gaylord head of a Joliet water power syndicate will locate a power plant at Millsdale four and a half miles below Paterson’s Island if the supreme court sustains Judge Hirscher’s adverse ruling. Plans have been under way for weeks.
Two deaths occurred from smallpox in Indianapolis on Sunday. Victims were Brice Hicks, white, and Lizzie Bybee, colored, with two patients at the pavilion and three new cases at 222 East Ohio Street near the business district. Officials warn the disease is more virulent this winter.
The steamer A. L. Hopkins grounded in the ice just outside the bar for days and was towed into Toledo port by a tug. The vessel leaked and pumps and syphons were used. The crew endured two days on half rations and two more on bread and water, suffering hunger and cold.
Lieutenant Governor O W Robinson of Chassel lodges a complaint with Governor Bliss against two Chassel township justices John Madden and Albert Poisson charging incompetence in law and extortionate illegal acts.
The report notes over 200 delegates at the seventh anneal convention with J A Lyon of Chicago delivering an address on the movement's eighty year history. Two Russians, Pinkevitz and Green, are arrested in London on charges related to illegal possession of a letter of credit for 825000 linked to M Greenbaum. Some of his cards were found with them.
In Terre Haute strong protest arises over Central Union Telephone Co actions at a memorial monument to ex Secretary of the Navy Thompson repurposed as a base for a guy rope for a telephone pole. In Detroit Silas Parker died at 64 from acute indigestion. In Nashville Harry Pulliam predicts a friendly settlement between the National and American Leagues in Cincinnati next week.
Market notes from Chicago East Buffalo St. Louis Milwaukee and Toledo report mixed cattle hog and sheep quotes, receipts and price ranges. Highlights include hogs at 20.46 to 26.70, cattle mostly 2.25 to 6.70, sheep and lambs 3.50 to 7.20, with wheat corn and oats movements in futures and cash markets across multiple exchanges.
The advertisement argues that malnourished individuals cannot prosper while shackled by disease. It claims Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery cleanses the blood to nourish the body and cure stomach and digestion problems. A Virginia man testifies to life-saving results after six years of indigestion and failed treatments.
Berlin comments reflect German silence on blockade timing and arbitration. General von Boguslawski weighs Monroe doctrine, arguing withdrawal would reveal weakness, and condemns Olney doctrine as unrealistic meddling by the United States. He argues European nations must not recognize US claims as international law.
The piece critiques courtesy amid U S Spain war sentiment and Venezuela actions, noting how allied politeness affected American self esteem, and questioning binding promises and arbitration offers. It cites Roosevelt, Olmutt at sea, and calls for decisive veto power to avoid further diplomatic disgrace.
The coroner's jury in Denver on December 30 ruled that Mr. John Singer killed his wife with strychnine while mentally unbalanced and then took the poison himself.
Berlin authorities report Saxony clergy issued an order removing the crown princess name from a Columbia Pharmacy listing. GO 121 Jobp Shields and Son are cited in the notice.
A severe earthquake struck Syracuse Sicily injuring none reported while a fire at the Stand wel oftck aCady factory in Crooklyn New York caused about $100000 in damage. Three violent deaths were noted and thirty three vacancies in the army’s grade of tenant surgeon were reported with little prospect of filling them.
In Washington County Iowa January term 1903 Frank W Roberts Ira L Sickels and others sue Caleb Campbell Newton Lynn Eliza Lynn Martin Kilgore Enoch Ross Sarah Rows Lucy Tondre Agnes Tondre Mary Tondre Peter Tondre and many others over described real estate including sections thirteen fourteen twenty four and eleven in townships seventy six and seventy five north range seven west Fifth P M and a North Washington area. Plaintiffs claim fee simple ownership by open continuous exclusive possession for over twenty years and seek quieting of title and removal of any adverse claims. Defendants and unknown claimants are warned to appear by noon on the second day of the next term or face judgment.
The piece reports coeds from the University of Chicago and Northwestern weighing gender roles in response to a publisher query. It notes 34 of 100 want to be wives and mothers, others desire leadership, and several express ambitions to be men or to pursue vocations.
The New York firm Lord & Hewlett designed an imposing U shaped building with a fourth floor labs, wide porch and heroic statues. A $2.5 million appropriation passed senate but was cut by the house to $1.5 million with a conference to settle.
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