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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1903

Page

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Cuban treaty case ties up in political knots at state dept

Washington March 21 state department officials doubt they can advance the Cuban convention after senate amendments. Conflicting dates for effect and the clause requiring congress approval threaten ratification and may force a deferment until next winter. The Cuban minister, urged to convene congress, awaits developments as negotiators seek a path forward.

Washington State Department Senate Congress Palma

Collision in a Fog Kills Six on Plymout h and Taunton

A fog bound collision east of Plum Island between the passenger steamer Plymouth and the freight steamer City of Taunton of the Fall River line killed six people aboard the Plymouth and left several others seriously injured. Names identified include John F F McCarthy John Coleman Julius Dawson John H Williams and John Briscoe with David Samuelson severely injured. Responsibility for the accident remains undetermined.

New London Conn Lone Island Sound Plymouth Fall River New York City of Taunton Plum Island John FF. McCarthy Watchman John Coleman Julius Dawson John H. Williams Baker John Briscoe David Samuelson New Bedford

Alton Banker John T Wayner Dies After Stroke

Alton Illinois reports the death of millionaire banker John K B Wayner who collapsed from apoplexy. Wayner founded the Alton Savings Bank and served as its president until last July, also holding vice presidency at the State National Bank and indicating his large stake in local financial ventures.

Alton Ill John KB. T Wayner Hayner Alton Savings Bank Lion National Bank Illinois Sooet and Savings Bank Ch. Cu

Arguments Conclude in Waleb Function Suit

Arguments in the Waleb function suit concluded at 4 pm yesterday. Judge Adems took the case under advisement and attorneys expect a decision in about one week to ten days.

Rawieh Adems Ile Ghout

U S Interests Reported Needing Protection Abroad

Washington March 21 Acting Secretary Loomis reports from the Dominican Republic and Hayti indicate United States interests there may require protection. The navy department has been advised of the potential need for safeguarding American stakes in the region.

Washington Navy Department Loomis Dominican Republic Hayti United States

Business Outlook Mixed as Dun and Company Flags Fears

Dun and Co Weekly Review of Trade notes a single unfavourable factor in the business situation, driven by fear of what may happen rather than actual events. The report from New York dated March 21 emphasizes cautious sentiment despite limited negative data.

New York R. G. Dun & Co Weekly Review of Trade Bneat Atelthbon

Mixed 1910s Market Signals and Local Crime Report

Market notes show textile demand softening for woolens but firmer leather and dress goods. US and Canada failures rise slightly. In crime news, Price and Graves, aged 21 and 10, to be tried for murder of Mrs Reehelferfer amid robbery motive. Senator Hopkins to return home for department matters and post office vacancies. Buffalo Bill notes cold on US property. Armour Institute of Technology graduation address set in Chicago.

United States Canada Washington Hopkins Senate Cullom Sinois London Buffalo Bill Lady Maroon University of Chicago Shaw Armour Institute of Technology Chienga

Market Report From Hogs Cattle and Sheep Prices

Hogs receipts about 11 000 with sales mainly 7.25 to 7.50 for packing lots. Cattle receipts around 1 500 with ranges from 3.40 to 7.00 for various classes. Sheep receipts about 2 000 with westerns at 5.00 to 6.25 and native lambs around 4.00 to 7.35. East Buffalo market notes mixed hogs and lambs with prices from 7.00 to 8.00 and calves up to 8.00. St. Louis and Toledo grain prices show wheat and corn movement and steady to firm oats and rye.

Texas East Buffalo N. Y Dunning & Stevens Live Stock Commission St. Louis Milwaukee Grain

Union Pacific Sets 144 Mile Double Tracking Plan

Omaha March 21 Union Pacific sets contracts for 144 miles of double tracking this year with 76 miles in Wyoming. The project connects existing double tracks and completes sections from Silver Creek to Watsons Ranch in Nebraska and from Cheyenne to Laramie in Wyoming.

Omaha Neb Union Pacific Wyoming Silver Creek Watson's Ranch Nebraska Cheyenne Laramie

Humane society names officers at annual Des Moines banquet

Des Moines marks its annual humane society banquet with James Callanan as president and Mrs. Elizabeth Jones as secretary. Speeches were delivered by Judge C. A. Lishop of the state supreme bench and Judge G. S. Robinson of the board of epivol.

Des Moines Town Humane Society James Callanan Elizabeth Jones C. A. Lishop State Supreme Bench G. 8. Robinson Dboard of Epi

Western intercollegiate gym meet moves to Minnesota

The annual western intercollegiate gymnastic meet shifts to the University of Minnesota on April 3 after Champaign Illinois was deemed unprofitable. Illinois offered it to Wisconsin, who passed it to Minnesota.

Minneapolis Champaign Uls University of Minnesota Mlinois Wisconsin Minnesota

Murder Confession Ties Bride to Farmyard Tragedy

Marion Price detained in Williamson county jail confesses to shooting schoolteacher Nellie Reichelderfer and throwing her into a hog pen where hogs mangled her body. He says he planned the crime with Lizzie Stafford, sister to the victim, though some parts of the confession are disputed.

Carbondale,lls Marion Price Williamson County Bud Graves Nellie Reichelderfer Price

Supreme court fines big meat packers for price fixing in Missouri

The Missouri Supreme Court in banc upheld a state case against Armour Packing Hammond Packing Cudahy Swift Schwarzeichl and Sulaberger. Each defendant faces a 5000 fine and possible ouster for combining to fix beef prices, with orders to pay within 30 days.

Jefferson City Supreme Court Banc Marshall Yeetorlay Te Py Armour Packing Company Chicago Hammond Packing Company Cudahy Wacking Company Swift & Co Chicageo Schwarzechihl & Sulaberger St. Louis Kansas City St. Joseph Sthoaniiners Jodies Missouri Combine

Merger Argument Is Closed In Northern Securities Case

The merger case in the U S circuit court for the district of Minnesota neared its end with arguments by both sides totaling nine hours for the defendants and five hours for the government before the judges. Special Counsel T D Watson wrapped up the government’s remarks and the judge adjourned to 10 am today for decision. Also in Illinois a McLean county jury found four men guilty of chicken thefts and burglary with indeterminate terms for three and a reformatory sentence for a minor. The Indiana supreme court ruled streetcar riders are not required to scrutinize transfer tickets after alighting from cars.

St. Louis Lere United States Circuit Court For District of Minnesota Co. W. Bunn St. Paul Northern Pacific Railroad Company Bloomington His McLean County Amos Levi Ferris John Whitesell Joliet William Ferris Pontiac Reformatory Indianapolis Supreme Court

Treasury Secretary Shaw Inspects Galveston Harbor

Secretary of the Treasury Shaw inspected Galveston harbor and wharves on Thursday before boarding an early train to New Orleans.

Galveston Tex

Runaway Girl Found After Elopement in Midwest

Albertine Sheets, pupil at Michigan Female Seminary, eloped with W. J. Regan on Saturday. President Gray reports the girl was located in Detroit and met at the train on Thursday. Regan bought a ticket for her to Chicago amid the penance tale reported in papers.

Kalamazoo Mich President Gray Michigan Female Seminary Detroit Albertine Sheets W. J. Regan

Athertine to meet in Chicago then to convent report

The account describes Athertine to be met in Chicago and escorted to a convent. Rowan waited at the station with the girl as she left Detroit on Friday. She handed him personal effects from her room in the seminary. She left her roommate and stayed at a hotel on Saturday before traveling with him to Detroit.

Amano TL Athertine Chicago Rowan Detroit Kalimaaroe

Lightning Destroys Property In Wisconsin Card Game Incident

A Dekton Wisconsin card game was interrupted when lightning struck the table area. John Murray William Truman Mooea Crane G B Adame and Mathew Ritter were present with Ritter sustaining a head gash and critical condition. The others recovered. In Budapest Kossuth death anniversary saw student protests and arrests. In Philadelphia McKinsey Memorial contest chose five model finalists for a memorial statue of McKinley. In Pittsburgh more nonunion workers arrived for a bridge project amid fear of disturbances. In Belle Meade mares Lythe produced twin chestnut colts. In Fond du Lac lightning caused $10 000 damage to Bo M Galloway’s property burning a barn four horses and fourteen steers.

Varaboo Wis Dekton Thursday Mall John Murray William Truman Mooea Crane G. B. Adame Mathew Ritter Sheedle Adame Fond du Lac Bo M. Galloway

Michigan board hires Malcomson for capitol roof plan

Lansing March 21 The board of state auditors assigns W G Malcomson of Detroit to prepare plans for a new capitol roof as the existing one is beyond repair. The board also agrees to cover its share of paving Allegan Street along the capital grounds.

Lansing Mich Board of State Auditors W. G. Malcomson Detroit Capitol Allegan Street Capital Grounds

Suspect Identified in Burdick Murder Case

Chief Tull maintains a female suspect, possibly Mrs Burdick, is believed responsible for the murder of Baldwin J Hurtick. The District Attorney and Mr Penney deny any life insurance proceeds to Mrs Burdick, noting Pennell’s policy is payable to his estate and may not benefit family.

Nuffalo Tull Brdwin J. Hurtick Burdick Thomas Penney A. F. Aled New York Penney Pennell

Sioux City Professor Attacks Education of Girls

March 21 Sioux City public address by Professor W M Stephens criticizes modern girls education arguing parents seek mind training over home duties. He warns a girl may fail to keep her room yet be remembered in history for performance in cooking and feminine culture.

Soux City W. M. Stephens Sioux City Stephens Tle

Warren wires committee to favor Roosevelt riding sher han mountain

Cheyenne Wyoming reports that Senator Warren urged committee support for a presidential horseback ride over Sherhan Mountain intended to be undertaken with minimal company. The note implies Roosevelt seeks a near solo ascent and signals political backing.

Cheyenne Wyo Warren Laramie Roosevelt Sherhan Mountain

Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription Promises Health for Women

An influential letter urges women to consult Dr Pierce for his advice and use Favorite Prescription to restore regularity and relieve chronic female weakness. It cites testimonials from Mrs Emma Seoonet and others, praising improved health and privacy in correspondence.

Dr. Pierce

Wisconsin bill on cigarette import ban gains favorable report

Madison March 21 the anti cigarette bill prohibiting sale or import of cigarettes into the state is favorably reported by the health and sanitation committee. The senate votes 20 to 9 to engross and third reading. Credit tax exemption bill and financier frorhee Jackson are noted upon charges.

Madison, Wis Committee On Health and Sanitation Senate

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