20 Feb 1905
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1905
Page
1
Reports from Moscow and St. Petersburg describe the Grand Duke Sergius shooting in Senate Square. Police hunt for an unidentified assassin as evidence surfaces from the royal carriage, weapons, and bloodstains amid fears of further plots.
In St. Petersburg diplomats see a possible shift toward peace as influence from M Witte presses for settlement. The Gr ipenberg revelations and Grand Duke Sergius murder spark discussions, while the Manchurian front faces new bandit threats undermining rail lines with about ten thousand troops dispersed in Mongolian bands.
Information reached here today of the death of Representative North F. Otis of New York's nineteenth district at Yonkers. The notice confirms his passing and notes his public service.
Special to the Evening Journal reports an explosion at the Providence mine in St. Claresville Ohio. Several workers were killed and many were injured as rescue efforts began.
An ambuscade of two regular Japanese regiments inflicted heavy losses, cutting the force nearly in half and destroying a gun. If the hande advances further, it could sever communications and impede army supply, prompting the triple reinforcement of railroad guards south of Harbin.
The mutilated body of Christian H. Schindeldecker, a butcher, was found in a rear room of his 523 West Seventh Street shop by a worker. Police believe the killing was for revenge, not robbery, noting the shop’s valuables were untouched and the assailant entered via the front door.
Washington February 20 The senate in executive session refused to admit Judge Swaynes testimony from a house committee in the Swayne impeachment trial. The house heard a conference request on the statehood bill but postponed action. Much time was spent on eulogies for Senator Quay. The pension appropriation bill of 138 million 250 thousand was passed. Also discussed were the famous Order No 78. An amendment for a 12 dollar a month service pension was ruled out of order. About twenty five private bills were passed. Agricultural diplomatic consular and DC appropriation bills were sent to conference. The house adjourned until noon with more Quay eulogies.
James H. Chapman trustee in bankruptcy for the McCoy estates reports sale of 1,880 of 2,200 acres in Jordan township for 112,800 to James and William Hill of Madison. Proceeds to be used for the bank's creditors.
Fort Wayne jury returned a voluntary manslaughter verdict after twelve hours of deliberation in the John Godfrey Jr. case over the March killing of his father, John Godfrey Sr., at Miami Indiana. The penalty ranges from two to twenty one years, and the verdict surprised many who expected acquittal.
Mrs. Frank Peyser aged 32, wife of a Chicago diamond firm credit manager, heard her home there was destroyed by fire and then killed herself at her father Silas Shoup’s house near Goshen Indiana by blowing off her head with a shotgun.
Miss Cayenne cryptically remarks that many people manage with little money or brains, prompting her to lose respect for both, as reported by the Washington Star.
A humorous passage notes a mother asking which child the infant resembles while a friend remarks the baby resembles both parents. The exchange captures gentle wit and family affection typical of the period.
Vladimir the uncle of the czar and Grand Duke Sergius dominate the Russian bureaucracy that blocks reforms. Three lives stand between Vladimir and the throne. Soldiers who fired on Father Gopon’s followers were under Vladimir’s command.
The village of Ritchie in Wild County will be moved two miles west this spring as the Wabash railroad plans to shift tracks to straighten a curve. Eighteen business buildings, a grain elevator, and several homes will be impacted. Negotiations for land purchase are under way to transfer vacated land for the town’s use and to seek support for higher wages.
At a Merchants' club banquet in Chicago in February, Governor John A. Johnson of Minnesota spoke on Commercial and Political Integrity, praising Roosevelt on railroad issues and addressing transportation. Governor A B Cummins of Iowa argued Competition or Socialism and urged federal supervision of railroad rates to curb rebates and overcapitalization.
The Denderah reports a likely Guatemala revolution with 2,000 armed men on a Tapachula coffee plantation. The force, labeled laborers, is ready to march against Cabrera at a moment’s notice, near the Guatemalan border.
James O Connell president of the International Association of Machinists and a machine shop committee from the Washington navy yard met the president to urge higher wages. The delegation pressed for improved pay scales and standard pay for skilled workers in federal facilities.
Mrs James Stanford in San Francisco rejects sensational rumors that an attempt was made to poison her at home describing the report as unfounded and carried by sensational chatter among friends.
Lewis Bow sher, 12, was fatally struck by a fast Ultnotis passenger train at Imke Fork in Lincoln county. He stood on the track watching companions shoot pigeons in the school yard when the accident occurred.
A blaze starting in the A. Kiefer Long firm in the Wholesale district of Indianapolis has already caused over 1.5 million dollars in losses and threatens the entire wholesale area.
In Danville ll Illinois Attorney General Stead filed suit in the circuit court against J B McFerrin Richard Miskimen and Alfred Trego seeking an accounting of $250000 in trust funds for Greer college at Hoopeston The claim states the defendants received a deed from the late John Greer for property valued at $250000 without the trust clause and the testator intended the property to be held in trust for the college.
Kenosha Wis Feb 20 Oscar Robbell filed for divorce from his wife claiming cruel and inhuman treatment and that he has no bed to sleep in. Robbell owner of the Eagle laundry in Kenosha and Uncle Sam laundry in Chicago reportedly earns between 5000 and 10000 dollars yearly.
Military notes say on Friday allied artillery pounded portions of the Japanese line while avoiding a signal infantry attack, which was repulsed. The report emphasizes ongoing shelling and the failure of a ground push.
An Alabama farmer, Vronk Glessner, owns a large farm near Titusville and a mule named Maud. Despite multiple attempts, Maud refuses to board a car for shipping to the farm, was involved in an incident injuring another mule, and remains for sale.
Report due March 2 outlines testimony and plans in the Adams vs Peabody gubernatorial dispute. The contest committee will study 60 thousand plus in costs and scrutinize 104 Denver precinct ballots amid accusations of fraud. Las Animas and Huerfano counties may face similar challenges if Denver results are altered. Governor Adams disapproves a capital labor rally planned by the Building Trades Council and parties shift meetings to other venues.
Representatives of about sixty crude petroleum producing companies met in Chicago to form a national strength building organization within a year. A follow up meeting is planned for February 27. W. J. Van Beuren of Indiana was elected temporary secretary.
Chicago on February 20 1908 reports hog receipts about 4000 with prospects steady to 5 lower. Light hogs 84 55 to 84 85 mixed packers 84 60 to 84 90 shipping grades 84 65 to 84 95. Cattle 30000 greatest steady, sheep 25000 10 to 15 lower. Official receipts yesterday 1964 shipments 10154. estimated receipts today 45000. Market weak overall. hogs 5 lower early. cattle and sheep under pressure. closing slow and weaker for lambs.
In Akron Ohio on February 20 Mrs Heffelinger left briefly leaving Irene eight Howard two and George three months old burned to death in the home. Amos five years old a fifth child was rescued by George Chapman a larger boy and all escaped just in time.
President Roosevelt sent a condolence message to Emperor Nicholas expressing abhorrence by the United States government and people toward the Moscow crime carried out last Friday.
News from the Front reports Field Marshal Oya Ma says Russian forces are strengthening defensive positions across multiple sectors as the conflict persists. The brief notes ongoing construction and fortifications in key locations with no immediate breakthrough cited.
White citizens urge Governor Hoch in Topeka to sign a bill for a separate high school for negro pupils in Kansas City Kansas. They claim separation could avert further trouble after a white boy was killed in a mixed school incident last year. A delegation of ne shoes asked for a veto, Hoch offered no immediate action.
General Lew Wallace was laid to rest in a private funeral attended by family and close friends. Thousands viewed the body as it lay in the Library building until noon and city business paused to honor the memory. The service was simple with prayers, scriptural readings, and the choir of the First Methodist church singing. Dr. M. B. Schell read extracts from Ben Hur reflecting his religious outlook. President Kane of Wabash College offered prayer.
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