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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1903

Page

1

Carrie Nation Demonstrations at White House and Senate

Carrie Nation was forcefully removed from executive offices after shouting at the president and in the senate gallery. She was arraigned for disorderly conduct, fined 25 dollars, and paid. The episode followed her remarks criticizing the liquor trade and calling for prohibition.

White House Senate Washington Carrie Nation Loeb Roosevelt Secret Service Carrie Senator Cockrell

Panama United States canal treaty signed in Washington

Secretary of State John Hay and Philippe Bunau Varilla signed a treaty in Washington granting the United States a ten mile wide canal strip and perpetual use of the canal zone with exclusive police sanitary and governance rights but no sovereignty. Panama receives 10 million dollars with 250000 annually after nine years. ratification to occur in Panama.

Hay White House Mr. Smith United States Mr. Bunan-Varilla Panama Canal Canal Zone Republic of Panama

Mysterious Alive After Garroting Report In Amalag

Manila reports two of four condemned murderers in Amalag Odgayan province were found alive after being garroted on October 31. Four men were left for eight minutes then moved to a church. Three later showed life. two were revived and one died. A separate note from Devonport says the torpedo boat destroyer Falcon collided with a smack, sinking it and drowning all aboard.

Manila Amalag Odgayan Devonport Eng Falcon

Cuban bill debate opens as session proceeds with bills

The record notes that no business occurred in open session beyond bills and petitions. Carrie Nation appeared with little attention. An executive session was ordered at 12 35. Broussard of Louisiana led discussion when the Cuban bill resumed. The Falcon’s bows were smashed and a crewman died. the ship entered Devonport for repairs.

Carrie Nation Broussard Louisiana House

Miller weeps on the stand in Ryan turf extortion trial

In Cincinnati on November 20 the Miller and Johns trial for conspiring to extort a bribe from John J. Ryan regarding turf commission business continued. Witness Lir V. Miller broke down and wept briefly during cross examination after being asked about his early life and wife in the courtroom.

Cincinnati Miller Johns John J. Ryan Turf Commission Lir Christiancy Rullson Darby

Court to settle Ann's age in New Haven case

New Haven court moves to settle Mary D. Vincents age after the Mutual Reserve Fund Association doubts she is twice as old as the late Ann. The brief notice notes the dispute centers on the age comparison and the involved parties.

Ann New Haven, Conn Mutual Reserve Fund Association Mary D. Vincent

Guards Surround Cheyenne Jail Over Tom Horn Hang

Militia guards will encircle the Cheyenne jail in Wyoming until the convicted killer Tom Horn is hanged. Any rescue attempt by his supporters will trigger a battle, authorities warn.

Cheyenne Wyo Navy Tom Horn

Oats Corner Attempt Sparks Bank Borrowing Scheme

Chicago tale of a failed oat corner led Asa Griffin to borrow 20000 from the Bank of Montreal amid claims of margin deals with P B Weare. The farmers pool sought 200000 bushels to corner 1000000, raising oats from 84 to 40 cents and ending in losses for Weare and others. Also noted: Calumet and Arizona Mining pays 2 per share dividend December 2. William Ziegler faces Missouri bribery charges. Gus Olsen killed his wife and two children then died.

Chicago Asa Griffin Bank of Montreal Griffin P. B. Weare Chiffin Illinois Weare Calumet and Arizona Mining Company William Ziegler The Royal Baking Powder Company Missouri Gus Olsen Laramie Wyo

Jury Hears Lengthy Trial Over Brighton Quarry Ownership

The jury awarded F. M. Swisher of Brighton $1,000 against T. L. Emry after a trial over a quarry accident three years prior. The case centered on who owned Emry and Martin’s quarry as Swisher sought damages for hip injury and eighteen months lost work.

F. M. Swisher Brighton T. L. Emry Warner Preston Hotel Colenso Attorney Crocker Cedar Rapids Means & Stichter Court House Emry Swisher Emry & Martin Jefferson County B. Martin Mr. Crocker Col. Scofield Eicher & Wilson

Stetson's Uncle Tom's Cabin Co Sells Child Tickets

Tickets priced at ten cents for children for Stetson's Uncle Tom's Cabin Company performance. Children may reserve seats for ten cents when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Event date listed as Wednesday November 25.

Stetson Uncle Tom’s Cabin Co

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