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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1914
Page
6
Governor Walsh wired President Wilson urging $2000000 for Salem fire sufferers and asking states and city leaders to back aid. He estimated a $31,000,000 emergency need and pushed federal assistance.
President Wilson planned to ask Congress to appropriate 200000 for Salem fire relief after Governor Walsh appealed for national aid. The move follows prior reconsiderations of federal aid in disasters where state and local resources existed, with relief sometimes limited by policy.
Surgeon General Rupert Blue announced he would lead the bubonic plague response in New Orleans. He urged a citywide rat survey, called for experts and rat catchers from other states, and noted no new cases today. A rat destruction campaign is underway with hundreds captured as inspectors direct city cleanup efforts.
Cambridge July 2 Expenditures for sumptuous school plants were criticized by James F Hosic of the Chicago Normal College at the annual convention of the American Institute of Instruction today. Hosic said there is waste of pupils time and that subjects taught may be improper and results unclear. He and Miss Bertha McCounkey assistant superintendent at Springfield condemned the rush to place young women from normal schools or high into important teaching posts.
Pendleton Oregon July 2 deputy sheriff George Mac Duffey of Heppner fought a single handed battle with two robbers aboard a Pullman car fifty miles east of here The fight left one bandit dead and another wounded while Mac Duffey narrowly escaped death from a bullet slowed by a pocket comb The dead man was Hugh Whitney a desperado linked to depredations in Montana Idaho and Wyoming The robbers escaped after looting the express car and passengers with about 200 dollars in cash some jewelry and valuables A quantity of explosives was found near the tracks and passengers largely hidden their cash In Salt Lake City Frank and Sam Morgan hid about 1000 dollars between them The tale recounts a tense confrontation as the robbers boarded the rear of the train and forced crew to open the express car door
Brigadier General Robert K. Evans, temporarily commanding the eastern department, tells Secretary Garrison in a report that he did not criticise the administration. He says reports misquoted him claiming he said a large army was needed due to meddling across diverse interests. Wilson asked for an explanation. Garrison keeps the letter private and will send it to the president for action.
Jefferson City Mo July 2 The supreme court en banc refused modification of last December’s judgment against the Yellow Pine trust in anti trust cases but reduced fines for four convicted lumber firms. Twenty four companies listed Missouri Kansas Texas and Oklahoma must pay 353000 within sixty days. Grayson McLeod Lumber St Louis had fines cut from 60600 to 20000 Calcagha Long Leaf Lumber Bar Kauseaga City from 50000 to 30000 Missouri Land and Lumber Kansas City from 6000 to 23000.
Lansing July 2 The announcement that 490 Japanese laborers from California are coming to settle in Alger County Michigan has spurred anti alien land law activity. A move to enact an anti alien law similar to California is planned for the next session. The Japanese will shift to vegetable farming. University leaders and labor advocates express grave apprehension and insist on welcoming only citizens. The issue was referred to the state board of agriculture.
Washington reports President Wilson said the United States will not actively intervene in Haiti but will use its influence to foster peace and resolve Haiti’s financial troubles. He noted a suggestion to manage Haiti’s finances as done in the Dominican Republic, but no action was taken. Mr White commented the Haiti situation is complicated.
In the House of Lords debate on the Irish home rate bill amendments, unionist leaders warned of looming civil unrest. The Duke of Abercorn Ulster volunteer called the bill the only loophole to avert calamity, while the Marquis of Londonderry supported it to avoid war. The Earl of Halifax urged sacrifices to prevent civil strife.
Judson Harmon and Judge Rufus B. Smith were named receivers for the Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton Railroad in U S district court at Cincinnati. Bond for each receiver set at 350000. The Bankers Trust Co filed for receivership and seeks to bar officials and employees from interfering with the railroad's property due to an overall bonded indebtedness of about 75000000 and various defaulted bonds. The flood damage of 1914 and ensuing strain are cited as reasons for default.
Washington July 2 Senator Newlands seeks a vote on the trade commission bill to clear the way for related anti trust legislation. Debate and objections delay action, with discussion pushing into next week. Senator Cummins offers amendments to broaden authority and curb anti competition while Bo rah argues the measure could restrict competition and challenge Sherman act links.
Indianapolis July 2 creditors of the Winona Presbyterian assembly filed an involuntary bankruptcy petition in federal court seeking to place the assets of the Winona assembly under a receiver. Creditors claim about 301000 with total indebtedness near 900000, amid ongoing litigation over its affairs and a proposed reorganization. William J. Bryan serves as a director. foreclosure actions cited claims near 506000 as a friendly maneuver by a creditor majority.
Washington July 2 1914 the department of agriculture announced the start of its hog cholera campaign with a 400000 appropriation work in twelve states surveys serum sanitation quarantine and farmer cooperation. Twenty thousand dollars will be spent in each experimental district this year as demonstrations and educational efforts extend beyond experimental areas.
At the ninth International Epworth League convention in Buffalo New Mexico on July 2 resolutions were adopted pledging to work for a united Methodist Church north and south. The measures call for memorializing the 1916 General Conference to pursue organic union and to maintain fraternal cooperation between Epworth Leagues of the north and south.
Boston July 2 An attachment for 44 000 000 was filed by Hampden Railroad against Boston and Maine in registry of deeds. A suit to enforce contracts seeks 3 6 to 4 million, the cost of Hampden line construction. The railway was to be leased by Boston and Maine, but directors refused to ratify after Mellen’s retirement.
Wheeling West Virginia July 2 Organ ization of two local express companies to run between Wheeling and wet towns in Ohio seeks to beat the state prohibition law They plan to submit the issue to the Interstate Commerce Commission arguing that a common carrier must carry less than 56 percent of one commodity They also require liquor consignors to appear in person at transportation offices to claim delivery Railroads promise cooperation in enforcing the rule Chicago's Twentieth club has decided to disband Century.
Athens July 2 George Fred Williams American minister to Greece new statement defends prior charges against the international commission over Albania It warns Epirus peril from Albanian rebels and criticizes Prince William of Wied for directing Albanian affairs without the commission's approval He urges European powers to dispatch troops to safeguard Epirus and argues Albania could govern itself free of foreign influence if Durazzo is cleared of crime.
Federal Reserve proceedings show large U S banks seeking to establish foreign branches in Latin America and elsewhere. Actions target Argentina Panama and Brazil with precedent cases and inquiries extending to Porto Rico and the Far East China. Bank committees foresee American lenders expanding in major Latin American trade centers amid demand from manufacturers and jobbers.
In Redding California on July 2 the Eassen Peak eruption continued for the third time in two days. The fifteenth eruption since May 30 lasted about thirty minutes with ash laden steam rising into a massive cloud. Thunderstorms followed the summit as ash fell eight to twenty miles from the peak.
An advertisement claims a physician written formula removes freckles and promises a money back guarantee at Jacobs' Pharmacy. It touts an ethine based treatment with double strength, asserting striking improvements after a few applications and a guaranteed refund if ineffective.
Detroit July 3 Dr Henry Frederick Cope of Chicago criticizes modern revivalism and opposes Bible teaching in public schools while urging religion to address social problems. Rabbis Wise Frisch and others discuss Bible use in religious schools and inclusion in councils.
New York July 2 After five months of conflict representatives of International Paper and the employees union concluded an amicable one year agreement. The accord grants higher pay and a grievance adjustment method with a mandatory arbitration clause for disputes arising during the term.
Estimates from the International Institute of Agriculture show Hungary wheat 138,504,000 bushels down 1.8 percent, rye 50,868,000 down 2.4 percent. Spain wheat 120,714,060 bushels up 7 percent, rye 23,012,000 up 5.9 percent, barley 73,693,000 up 7.2 percent, oats 29,572,000 up 27 percent. Australia wheat 103,874,000 bushels up 12.9 percent.
Dr. Seale Harris of Mobile Alabama urged President Wilson to support creating a national department of health with a cabinet member at its head. Harris told the president that the American Medical Association and other organizations favored the plan.
Friends of Mr and Mrs Leon C Greer and others invite attendance Friday morning at 730 from Dreld Hill Methodist church. Pallbearers meet at 10 oclock at 47 Waddel Street. interment West View. Limousines depart Barclay Brandon’s at 989.
In Carnarvon Wales two suffragettes Georgina Lloyd and Phyllis North faced trial on June 2 charges tied to a window smashing campaign. The court heard North belonged to an arson squad that burned a pavilion in Kew Gardens and had recently inherited about 450000 dollars. Both women received three months imprisonment. Germany imports American cedar for lead pencil production.
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