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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1908
Page
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Antwerp dispatch reports the worst railway disaster in Bel lum history near Contick. The Antwerp express at fifty miles per hour struck a mispaced switch and collided with pilgrims on a sidetrack, telescoping the cars and killing fifty and injuring about a hundred.
In Richmond Missouri Professor Viott traced a strange basement click to a home made wireless telegraph. Messages from Santa Cruz and Oklahoma City were read and the operator answered queries, noting the Richmond station had no tall pole or wires. Separately at Fort Des Moines a court martial panel was announced for Major Charles F. George, a 25 year army veteran and U S Military Academy graduate of 1881.
Paris on May 21 Dr Henri de Rothschild a noted Paris physician from the famed family announces plans to build a residence for elderly dramatic authors near the Bois de Boulogne. A small theater will be included to stage productions by the inmates.
Grand Rapids, May 21. Michael Hogan, 42, attempted to swallow a large steak whole in a scent restaurant. He claimed he could masticate it in one mouthful. The steak lodged in his throat and he died en route to a hospital in a police ambulance.
The body of Mrs. Carrie Shaw a Hortonville widow was found badly mutilated in a millpond near Appleton Wisconsin authorities say strong evidence supports a brutal murder The deceased had been seen with Charles Abrams of New London at night careful investigation continues into the couple's association and the circumstances of her death
In a New York Press excerpt, during jury selection a juror is asked if he opposes capital punishment. The reply reveals a bias toward lawyers rather than the death penalty, highlighting courtroom strategy and potential impact on trial outcomes.
Michigan and other delegates unanimously endorsed William J. Bryan for the presidency under the unit rule, with no opposition during sessions. Contests over Wayne and Kent counties sparked fierce debates, Campau withdrawing to foster harmony, and delegates to the national convention chosen unanimously. The platform notes Republican shifts and urges Michigan delegates to support Bryan until nomination while urging adoption of a new state constitution.
In Harrisburg on May 21 the Democratic state convention decided not to instruct its at large delegates to the Denver convention to back William Jennings Bryan. The split followed a bitter fight with Bryanites defeated, Berry dropped from consideration, and a platform calling for tariff revision to protect American labor. Delegates at large include Colonel Guffey Senators Hall and Dewalt and John G. Hannan.
Ancient Egyptian cooking prioritized fresh meat with preparation beginning right after slaughter. Observations from archaeology show minimal aging and rapid processing for consuming portions. Domestic butchery likely involved simple methods to render edible portions quickly.
Paris reports the pope instructed French bishops to veto the devolution bill creating mutual aid societies for aging priests, which would seize pension funds totaling millions and risk church autonomy. Vatican letter says the law harms priestly dignity and ecclesiastical discipline while shunning exclusion for those straying from the church.
The pope states celebrations of masses would be exposed to perils and the church cannot authorize a system opposing the intentions of personage and contrary to church rules related to the celebration of masses.
Washington May 21 The special committee findings on charges against Representative Lilley say he violated his duties and acted in bad faith. The House adopted the committee conclusions by a 157 to 82 vote with Connecticut members opposing. Democratic leader Williams called Lilley guilty of treason and urged expulsion. The report finds Lilley’s assertions baseless.
Governor John A. Johnson of this state left St Paul for Richmond Virginia to address the Cotton Manufacturers association. From Richmond he proceeds to Tuscaloosa Alabama to address University of Alabama students next Tuesday.
The Chicago market report lists hogs and cattle with receipts and price ranges. Hogs show light, mixed packers, and heavy shipping grades with various price bands, while cattle, sheep, and beves have strong to steady bids. Furnished by Beach-Wickham Grain Company, Postal Telegraph Bldg., Chicago.
An ad style message from John A. Babcock asserts with North American Commission Company that clients will receive a square deal and prompt service, emphasizing reliability and customer satisfaction.
Ailing Senator Platt testified in Mae C Wood’s absolute divorce case, denying marriage or engagement claims, forged signatures, and letters attributed to him. He acknowledged meeting her in a Fifth Avenue hotel and paying $10,000 to obtain letters, while admitting occasional endearing terms and calling her “Catty.”
The senator faced numerous letters and incidents he doubted but denied. he insisted he never had improper relations with the plaintiff. A letter labeled Dearest Mae was shown in his handwriting, and he admitted liking to correspond with her, hinting at others. He explained dinner and marriage plans as misinterpretations and noted his secretary Howe’s ex-clergyman status without confirming marriage licensing.
In San Francisco on May 21 the jury in Abraham Ruef’s bribery case announced no agreement after a night in custody and asked for further instructions following their court appearance regarding the alleged bribe to ex-Supervisor Jennnings Phillips.
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