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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1903

Page

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Burdick Murder Probe Focuses on Pennell

Buffalo witnesses tie Arthur R. Pennell to the Burdick murder and divorce turmoil. Charles Parke and Mrs Paine's testimony links Pennell to threats of suicide and killing Burdick. District Attorney Coateworth notes Parke believed Pennell or a hired attacker killed Burdick.

Paine Staml Pennell Burdick Parke Ennell Urine Mor Seth T. Paine Burdicks Arthur K. Pennell Mrs.urdick Arthur R. Pennell

Witness Details Burdick Pennell Gossip and Dance Club Ties

Witness Mrs Paine describes close ties with the Burdicks and Pennells, meeting Mick Burdick through a dancing club and noting gossip about Mrs Burdick. She recounts appointments at Lang candy store and Main and Summer streets, Burdick’s remarks on divorce, and a final telephone call the day of his death.

Rea. Paine Burdicks Pennells Mick Murdicks Burdick

Unclear charges tied to Pennell and Burdick associate

A murky fragment claims Pennell committed crimes and cites statements by Charles Parke Burdick, a business partner and longtime associate. The text hints at thirteen to eighteen years of acquaintance and mentions a hired assassin context without clear details.

Buredick Charles 8. Parke Burdick Drtver

Charge Against a Judge in Kalamazoo Embezzlement Case

A warrant for the arrest of Judge Lawrence N. Burke is issued on charges of embezzling about $1 200 from the estate of Della Chipman where he acted as executor. Gener al Harry L. Chipman won judgment against Burke and his bondsman H H Schaberg who appealed to the supreme court.

Kalamazoo Mich Lawrence N. Burke Della Chipman Harry L. Chipman Detroit Burke H. H. Schaberg Schaberg Supreme Court Urke Recorder’s Court

President To Visit Bloomington For Veterans Encampment

President will visit Bloomington as Sp anish American War veterans encampment is invited. Secretary William Loeb wires the itinerary change with the president’s party spending the night and leaving June 3. The June 17 encampment date will shift and a demonstration in honor of the president will be arranged.

Bloomington Lis Wiliam Loeb

Trial delays in grave robbing case of Dr. J C Alexander

Indianapolis March 18 Dr J C Alexander of the Central Medical College was indicted again by the grand jury for stealing the body of Rose Neidlinger. He was released on $1,000 bond. The trial is set for next week unless postponed to April.

Indianapolis J. C. Alexander Central Medical College Sterling Rose Neidlinger Tie

Munson Defends Asylum Spending Amid Legislature Confusion

Traverse City March 18 Superintendent J D Munson of the Northern Michigan asylum denies a Lansing statement that 21 502 was improperly spent. He asserts no funds appropriated for any purpose have been diverted and cites confusion over the term maintenance in the legislature.

Traverse City Mich J. D. Munson Northern Michigan Asylum Lansing

Old Folks Sue Sons Over Farm in Delhi Township

Harvey Lamereaux and wife, aged in their eighties, petition the circuit court in Lansing to restore the fifty eight year family farm. They deeded the land to sons James and Salem on a care obligation. the suit claims the sons have not fulfilled it.

Lansing Mich Harvey Lamereaux Delhi Township James Salem

Sister accuses Hull in Pueblo probate dispute

Des Moines March 18. Representative J A T Full chair of military affairs faces sensational charges from sister Mrs J W Morris in depositions resisting a Pueblo Colorado court action to sell Dr A V Hull estate realty to satisfy a claim. Morris says a funeral night will and codicil were shown misdated and later altered.

Des Moines J.A. T. Pfull Committee On Military Affairs Airs J. W. Morris Pueblo Colo M.T. Null Dr. A. V. Hull

Chicago Markets Report March 17 with Livestock and Grain Prices

Summary of March 17 Chicago market receipts and price ranges for cattle calves sheep and hogs. Reports show bid prices for feeder cattle and steers with varied yields and noted packing totals, plus sheep rates and values for natives lambs and mutton. Also includes grain quotes from St Louis and Milwaukee exchanges and Toledo figures for wheat corn and rye with noted bid levels and futures terms.

Chicago Howe Texas St. Louis A & Sec Mab Aem C Sstec

Swindle Claim Ties Danville Visit to British Mine Deal

Danville Illinois March 18 Whitaker Wright connected with alleged swindles over Laorei gold mines in British Columbia visited Danville to court stockholders including W H and Valentine Payton. The deal was consummated in London where Wright paid about 1 500 000 for the Lard mine after entertaining Colonel Isaac Payton and family on his yacht in the Mediterranean.

Danville Ill Whitaker Wright Loddon Danvile Larei British Columbia W. HE Valitine Payton Misineg Company Danville Peope Wright London Isaac Payton Chicago W. A. Payton Jminville Payton Mediterranean

Fast mail train collision on Union Pacific near Brady Island

A head on collision between east bound mail train No 102 and a freight near Brady Island yesterday morning left Herman Hopkins of Omaha dead and conductor M C Wallace of Omaha with a broken leg.

Frand Island Union Pacific Brady's Island Herman Hopkins Omaha M. C. Wallace

Resolution to move state capital defeated in Missouri House

In Jefferson City on March 18 the measure submitting an amendment to remove the state capital to Dr Louis was defeated 33 to 2 in the Missouri House yesterday.

Jefferson City Dr. Louis

Dr Fenner's Kidney and Backache Cure Promoted

An advertisement extols Dr Fenner's Kidney and Backache Cure as a universal remedy for backache caused by kidney and liver troubles and rheumatism. It quotes multiple testimonials from users in Virginia Michigan New York and Pennsylvania and notes the two bottle and one dollar sizes. It urges buying the genuine medicine at drug stores and warns against substitutes.

St. Fenner Dr. Fenner W.H. Muman Pinkerton John Tunathoff Byron Mich J. Fenner

Senate Ratifies Cuban Colombia Isthmian Canal Treaty

The senate voted seventy three to five in executive session to ratify the Colombia treaty for building an isthmian canal. Debate centered on Central and South American territorial gains with a key amendment defeated by fifty one to twenty seven. Final adjournment was expected soon with ratification by a safe majority anticipated.

Washington Senate Republic of Colombia Nevte U Morgan Cullom Joaniel Virginia Democrata m Central South America United States Congress Foster Louisiana

Child dies before brain forms in Dubuque report

The child died at Dinth and lived to prenatal maturity with no brain formation. Local physicians say no such case exists in medical records. In Dubuque on March 18 the Lipscombs note fifteen born children. all others were perfect. Former Speaker Henderson cites two offers to identify as counsel for CHL cage and contemplates accepting a New York firm or an eastern corporation in Old Mexico at $10,000 annually.

Dinth Mra. Lipscomb Dubuque, Fa Henderson CHL Cage New York Old Mexico

Lighthouse to be built at Racine reef replacement

Racine Wisconsin March 18 Sen J W Quarles says a light house will be erected on Racine reef to replace the present light which has been found worthless with lamps extinguished in storms. life savers must row to the reef to relight lamps indicating urgent demand for safety improvements.

Racine Wis J. W. Quarles Racine Reef

Cleveland plans extended western trip after Princeton stop

Ex President Grover Cleveland has completed arrangements for an extended tour through the western states. His first stop will be at St. Louis on April 30 for the dedication of the St Louis fair grounds. Details of the trip are not yet finished.

Comtog Princeton N. J Grover Cleveland St. Laouim St. Lows Fair Grounds

Russian Reform Talk and Censorship Prompt a Manifesto Debate

In St. Petersburg and Moscow both moderates and radicals push reforms while a Moscow counter manifesto argues the czar concedes vague rights. It condemns autocracy and hints at religious toleration that won t apply to Jews or apostates. The piece notes reform in land, press, education, and self government, plus arrests of revolutionary officers.

St. Petersbureg Esar St. Petersburg Moscow Empire Ita Siberia Alexander II Alexander Tit Nicholas II von Tiehne

Decomposed Arm Found in Louisville Residence

In Louisville on March 1 a decomposed arm of a Black woman was found hanging from the door knot at 1005 Fourth Avenue, the Racen residence. Police cut down the limb and summoned the coroner at about 10 a.m.

Louisville K. M. Racen Fourth Avenue

Schwab Returns From European Tour in Strong Health

New York reports Charles M. Schwab president of United States Steel Corp returned aboard the Kron Pring Wilhema after an extended European tour. Schwab declared he is in excellent health and ready for duties amid ongoing industrial activity.

New York Charles M. Schwab United States Steel Corporation Kron Pring Wilhema Europe Schwab

Pittsburg Recorder William R B Hays Appointed

In Pittsburg on March 18 the newly named recorder William R. B. Hays was appointed by Gov. Samuel W. Pennypacker to fill the late recorder Krowne’s unexpired term. He took the oath of office yesterday.

Pittsburg Eblect William RB. Hays Samuel W. Pennypacker Recorder Krowne

French ambassador receives Chicago Doctor of Laws

At the University of Chicago quarterly convocation held yesterday in Chicago M Juscerand the French ambassador was awarded the degree of Doctor of Laws.

Chicago University of Chicago M. Juscerand

Joliet Smokers Debate Drainage and Water Power

A Joliet public smoker discussed drainage measures in Springfield and Joliet water power rights. Istam Randolph of the Chicago drainage district and the Gaylord syndicate attended, with only Be Ward of Marseilles responding. No conclusions reached on Chicago annexation of territory or power use. Also reported is a Rock Island train wreck near Joliet due to fog with injuries but no fatalities.

Joliet His Springfield Istam Randolph Chicago Drainage District Chicago Tn Gaylord Syndicate BE. J. Ward Marseilles Chicago Ill Rock Island Rockdale Connolly

Death by accidental poisoning in Milwaukee case

In Milwaukee on March 18 the death of Mrs. John Ziecelbauer at 515 Twenty Four and One Half Streets is attributed to accidental poisoning from a double dose of headache powder.

Milwaukee John Ziecelbauer

Henderson Home Welcome Marks Dubuque Homecoming

Ex Speaker David B. Henderson tells Dubuque residents he will keep his home in the city despite a long service in national politics. He recalls aiding residents, thanks supporters, and credits Iowa and the Third district for his career as crowds cheer his return.

Yella Dubuque Dubuque David B. Henderson Henderson Senderson Opera House Colonel Henderson

Helena Bishop Brewer’s Wife Llewritta Brewer Dies at 60

Llewritta W. Brewer wife of Bishop Brewer of the Episcopal diocese of Montana died yesterday in Helena aged 60.

Helena, Mont Llewritta W. Brewer Bishop Brewer Episcopal Diocese of Montana

Roosevelt to visit Omaha during western trip

President Roosevelt has accepted an invitation from the Knights of Aksarben board of governors to visit Omaha on his coming western trip. He will spend the night of April 27 in the city before continuing to St. Louis.

Omaha Neb Roosevelt Board of Governors of the Knights of Aksarben St. Louis

Golden Medical Discovery Promises Lung Cure Hope

A medical ad cites Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for chronic lung troubles once deemed incurable. It features a testimonial from W A Sanders of Hern Mason Co West Virginia about hemorrhage and recovery after ten bottles, urging readers to request the book and adviser by mail.

Siemee W. A. Sanders Hern, Mason Co. W.va Pierce

Birth of a manless headless infant reported in Richmond

Dr W G Huffman reports the birth of a fetus in the Lipscomb family with a normal body but missing cranium and brain tissues. The infant’s face formed though the head lacked brain tissue, classified as an extraordinary birth event in Richmond Indiana.

Richmond Ind W. G. Huffman John Lipscomb

Robbery of Local Family Leads to Four Arrests

Four arrests were made following an attack on Mrs. Reichelderfer and her family at their farm five miles southeast of Lime, Ohio. Joseph Ames J G Beery were taken into custody after the assault. William Baumgardner and Oscar Imley of Cridersville were also held as suspects. A $1000 reward is offered for the arrest and conviction of any gang member.

Toledo Wolkers Reichelderfer Lime

Marine Trades Council Refuses Shipyard Strike Accord

New York March 18 The Marine Trades Council representing shipbuilding unions met Monday night and refused to ratify Saturday’s agreement reached at Civic Federation headquarters. The vote leaves sympathetic strikes in shipyard yards pending further action.

New York Marine Trades Council Civic Federation Ponding Meee

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