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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1903
Page
1
Washington readers weigh in on whether the Interstate Commerce Commission should fix railroad rates as two massive lines signal willingness. The piece also covers decorations for foreign rulers, Senator Mitchell Hawaii report, Julius Kahn’s looming exit, and other congressional notes.
Madison Wisconsin January 6 Governor P B Lafollette was inaugurated for his second term in the state capitol assembly chamber before about 1200 spectators with 80 outside. Chief Justice ODay administered the oath as R L M Bashford introduced him. Governor George W Peck helped escort. New state officers were sworn in after.
Spectators at Coney Island witnessed the electrocution of Topsy the elephant after cyanide was administered in a carrot. A 6000 volt current passed through copper plants, killing the 35 year old creature in seconds. autopsy found poisoning had not yet taken effect.
In Chicago a new engineering feat enables the laying of gas and wind charger foundations under Schlesinger Mayer by removing piers without disturbing the main building. Workmen under the cement floors prepare the new foundations while shoppers pass by and the existing structure remains safe. The new building foundations await steel work.
Elgin is told of Al fred B. Chareh step son of the late Gail Herder and a leading local figure who plans to move east after March 1 due to a high assessment on his personal property. He has donated to local manufacturing interests and will depart the community, a loss to Elgin.
A man named Steve Jenkins, after one week of using iron bitters, is said to have attempted suicide by vein opening an arm and then used iron to force his way out of a prison. He pried the doors open with a crowbar and escaped.
A recount of how Chickasaw Indians vote differently from White citizens. Only Chickweawe by blood vote, after a 24 hour deliberation. A large paper ballot lists governor to precinct offices with cross marks and a clerk records each name as the voter speaks.
The record tracks postal growth from 1700 to 1907 with figures on matter pieces, postal cards issued, money orders, stamped envelopes usage, registry growth, and stamp production. It notes the start of the registry system, early post offices, route lengths, and overall revenues and expenditures of the department.
In Marshfield Wisconsin on January 6 a defective furnace beneath a casket caused a floor blaze during funeral services for G A Luplent. Parishioners fled as the coffin was carried out. On return from the graveyard the officiating pastor Rev Mr McKinney was struck by a runaway team and injured seriously.
Detroit reports the new fire boat James R. Elliott arriving after a four day ice run of sixty miles from Port Huron to downtown. Scratched paint marks record ice-bucking. the event occurred as the vessel docked Sunday. In Mont Hutte a funeral was held for Mrs. W A Clark Jr, mother of the Clark fortune heir, at St Johns Episcopal.
In Owosso Michigan Mrs. Card, wife of Ed Card, a young married man from Corrunna, showed obvious insanity. At breakfast she threw hot coffee in his face then hot water and said she would join a band in Detroit that evening. She has been restrained.
Washington January 6 The president yesterday sent to the senate several nominations for civil service positions including surveyors of customs Thomas Eliott of Catro Illinois and Richard W Burt of Peoria Illinois among others.
Representatives of twenty four metal trades organizations linked to the Federation of Labor meet at the Amalgamated Association headquarters in Pittsburg to settle internal differences before they escalate. The men state the disputes are among unions themselves, not with employers.
William Cofelt, 52, a machinist of 1615 North Arsenal Avenue, was arrested at the county jail after visits where he spoke with Rufus Cantrell. Detectives say he disturbed graves under the alias Mike Foley and worked with John Shea, who is at large.
In Toledo on Sunday night and again yesterday, Mrs. Stanishius Spychalski became the mother of four infants forming a rival to the famous Ormsby Quads. The mother and all four babies are healthy. This is her second child, following a first birth nine months ago.
A report notes the icemen of St Paul formed a union and will demand a one third plus one third pay increase. The item is part of a roundup of diverse 1902 headlines and notices across cities and topics.
A faded reminiscence recalls an old Virginia lady lamenting a cracked cherished cup while a friend downplays loss against bereavement. The tale shifts to a courtroom scene where a judge questions a man who did not admit fault, prompting a sharp exchange with an officer.
An old advertisement touts Dr Fenner's Kidney and Backache Cure as a universal remedy for backache caused by kidney and liver issues or rheumatism. It shares testimonials from various patients, claims complete cures after several bottles, and urges readers to buy two sizes and insist on this medicine at drug stores.
In the Senate yesterday Hoar defended his bill on financial responsibility and corporate liability to curb so called trusts. West attacked protective tariff and urged stronger measures while Aldrich challenged parts of Wests statements and the resolution was laid over.
Washington on January 7 details Hoar’s critique of trusts listing chief evils including destruction of competition and local spirit. A White House abstract endorses regulation to curb unlawful discrimination and empower a commission to study interstate practices for possible action. Union Pacific board meetings in Omata prepare for wage demands up to 20 percent. a Panhandle train strikes William McAlpin near Hebron, age 64, leaving a family.
During Colonial Secretary Chamberlain's stay in Johannesburg Mrs. Chamberlain will be entertained by the United States women residents of the city.
Philadelphia January 7 Twenty two men from coal mines testified about harassment and violence during the anthracite strike before choosing to work Sheriff Charles Schadt of Lackawanna County was the lone non miner witness His presence under John Mitchell prompted attention as the commission began sessions in the federal court room Judge Lenahan and O Brien led the questioning Mitchell unexpectedly crossed to examine Schadt for the first time. it was unclear if his inquiry reflected strategy or readiness of his Chicago attorney.
Officials describe a reign of terror in Lackawanna County as deputies and company-paid guards enforce order amid mine worker intimidation and boycotts. Witnesses recount beatings and failed protection requests while testers seek responsibility for peacekeeping costs. Clarence Gray and General Wilson press for clarity on state duties.
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