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Newspaper
Algona Advance
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1908
Page
6
Munich prepares for a grand Bavarian exposition from May to October under the prince regent. The fair will showcase arts, industry, and reconstructed historical scenes with period costumes. Competitions invite model dwellings, simple yet stylish design, and prizes for architecture. sports are featured with a $2,600 prize for aeroplane endurance.
Chicago reports Wu Tin Tang, a Ching minister, warns war would follow China’s resistance if it does not yield. Tokio sources say AP notes no final decision yet on seizing the Japanese steamer Tata. Hayashi’s absence delays cabinet, Yokio editorials urge firmness while officials expect no immediate use of force despite pressure for apology and indemnity.
Chicago scholars debate tobacco as health aid citing Meylan at Columbia and Seaver at Yale. They acknowledge uncertain effects on growth and mental development while noting no formal campus smoking limits beyond ban on alcohol. Students may experiment with cigarettes without faculty interference.
Columbia March 9 Frank B. Gary of Abbeville was elected to succeed Asbury C. Latimer in the United States Senate on the fourth ballot, receiving 8 votes. Chicago March 9 contract for the Harold hotel at La Salle and Madison streets is set. work listed as removed and new construction details unclear.
Washington reports the ordnance department reveals Explosive 13, a new bursting charge claimed to detonate only after the projectile leaves the gun and pierces its target. After three years of tests critics push Congress to keep details secret while the advance promises extreme destructive power.
The 5 W. Bilss company, projectile makers, seized brass models of torpedo parts after arresting Wm Esser of Brooklyn on brand larceny. Esser, a master mechanic, is accused of handling secret projectile designs for government use. Detectives expect further arrests as authorities weigh charges and federal interest is noted.
The Phoenix and Maricopa board of trade passed a telegraphed resolution inviting Thomas Edison to visit Maricopa Valley as a convalescent guest. They offer the use of a furnished private residence, carriage, and meals, promising rest in sunny surroundings while the Edison family would be spared social obligations during the stay. The appeal highlights Arizona admiration and invokes blessing for his recovery.
Washington March. Dr H W Wiley chief of the bureau of chemistry denies statements attributed to him at a University club address on February 23 denying whisky remarks. He says the published quotes are wholly unwarranted by facts and that the country will not be ruined by prohibition. The denial covers claims about distillers and a plan to ban whisky from the nation.
A major blaze swept Pokla town near Tokio damaging about 4000 houses. Damages were estimated at 3.5 million dollars with extensive destruction in Noda Bay area.
Austin march 9 Major G W Littlefield of Austin closed a deal paying 9 million dollars for Rangh in Texas. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but the purchase is confirmed by the official.
Cleveland recalls the Collinwood school disaster as 167 youth deaths are confirmed with 22 unidentified, 100 funerals planned privately, and public subscriptions funding the burials. Coroner subpoenas target seven surviving teachers while investigations probe door operation and fire drill failures amid harrowing rescue scenes.
New York dispatch reports a five story public school on One Hundred Ninth Street sent an alarm to fire headquarters. As students fled, police controlled exits while parents were kept back. The fire burned on the top floor but the children exited orderly.
Nearly one hundred men stranded by the rising Wabash River spillover its banks along the banks near Peru Indiana. Rescue teams mobilize as water levels threaten roadside settlements and local farms.
In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania on March 9 a poisoning death is blamed on placing a pencil in the mouth. The dulling mishap reportedly caused fatal poisoning within hours as officials and family investigate the strange accident.
A deadly blaze at the Collinwood common school in Ohio, sparked by an overheated furnace, trapped over 400 children. By 2:20 pm 146 bodies were recovered and 58 missing with the death toll likely to reach 150, as panicked exits failed and doors blocked escape. Firefighters and nearby workers aided rescues amid chaotic scenes and heartbreaking losses.
Rose Stern, linked to the streetfigure of anarchist Lazarus Auerbuch, was taken into custody by police in Chicago as part of ongoing actions connected to the anarchist circle.
The Ohio Republican platform backs government regulation against ownership by government, a constitutional re-enactment for employers, liberal river and harbor improvements, national health department consolidation, tariff revision by a congressional special session, a sound financial system aligned with Republican gains, currency reforms to serve commerce, full civil rights for African Americans in every state, and staunch support for President Roosevelt and his administration, with delegates instructed to vote for Wm EH Tait until nomination.
The Republican state convention met at 10 this morning with Attorney General Wade H. Bilig as temporary chairman. He delivered a brief rallying address as the platform was adopted amid cheers. Delegates at large to the Chicago convention were Charles P. Tatt Myron T. Herrick A. J. Vorys and Andrew Harris. Governor Harris was renominated by acclamation with nominations for lieutenant governor Trantis W. Treadway secretary of state Carmi A. Thompson auditor E. N. Fullington and Charles C. Green listed for other posts.
At Samuel T. Freeman’s on Twelfth and Walnut, collectors spent over 1000 dollars for stamps ranging from 19 cents to 32 dollars. A rare St. Vincent 6 shilling stamp eclipsed others at 32 dollars, while a United States issue from 1551-55 sold for 5.75. Herbert Dole of New York bought all Hawaiian stamps, part of a 23-stamp collection that totaled 7430 dollars.
March 6 reports show suffrage advocates presenting to both chambers. In the Senate committee hearing Rev. Anna Shaw introduced speakers led by Mrs. Belya Lockwood who expressed confidence in support. In the House, Mrs. Harriet Taylor Upton oversaw remarks from Mrs. Carrie Chapman Catt Senator Owen Rose Sullivan and Kate Gordon.
The president sent to the Senate today nominations for consuls including Frank D. Hil for Barcelona Spain Regsdgle of California for St Petersbure and Ben H Riggely of unknown domicile awaiting confirmation.
United States Senator Redfield Proctor of Vermont died in his rooms at the Capitol here after a brief illness following grip. His son Governor Fletcher Proctor of Vermont was at his bedside. Proctor had been in poor health since Congress assembled. Senate colleagues learned of his condition during the day and the death was announced shortly after five p.m. by Senator Diltingham.
Washington reports a White House conference with Chicago Board of Trade leaders led by Hiram N. Sager. They warned that anti option measures pending in Congress would close major grain exchanges and harm merchants, farmers, and the grain trade. The president would consider the matter. Also, a House committee favors creating a new South Dakota land district with Lemmon HQs, and a DC suit seeks 40000 against Congressman Lilley over alleged Electric Boat influence. Oklahoma statehood gets 46 star flag to Capitol, placed under Oklahoma Historical Society care.
Chicago reports reduced summer tourist rates to Colorado and other points by Burlington Road on last year’s basis. Rates include 8 cents from Chicago to avoid high travel costs and 25 cents from St. Louis for round trips between June and October. Union Pacific confirms similar low summer rates from Omaha and Kansas City to Denver and nearby cities with tickets at 17.50 dollars, June 1 to September 16, valid through October 14.
Brigadier General Herman L Lieb of Chicago died after slipping on an icy sidewalk. The injury occurred on a wintry day in Chicago as authorities reported the accident.
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