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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1913
Page
9
Salt Lake City report on the apex mine man hunt for Rafael Lopez draws 100 officers and as many citizens. The pursuit ends only with surrender, death by fumes, or capture, while families receive aid and authorities keep mined exits under guard.
Secretary McAdoo presents his first congressional report detailing treasury department achievements of national interest. He outlines appropriations under his authority and calls for legislation to improve government operations and safeguard the public.
A masked bandit robbed a bank in Plum Coulee Mas taking $10,000 in currency. The gunman shot and killed the bank manager before escaping. Police seek the suspect, description limited to a masked figure. No further identities or locations confirmed at this time.
Salt Lake City reports Rafael Lopes the Mexican killer who has slain six men and fled into the Bingham mine after a clash over a woman. Posse attempts to smoke him out failed as mine entrances were sealed and deadly rifle fire continued. Authorities concede he may be dead as fumes fill the vast workings and a search will follow when the mine is unsealed.
In a clipped note, Charles Lathrop Pack is linked to a local event or houseboat project. The fragment references affiliation with a town and a paddle steamer, hinting at civic or maritime interests of the era.
Two robbers entered the Palo Verde Valley bank in Hilythe California. They shot and killed the cashier and escaped after taking about $5,000 in gold and currency.
The Southern Pacific company announces a reward of 5000 dollars for the capture of the suspect in the ongoing Los Angeles incident. Authorities urge prompt information leading to the arrest.
Texas floods spread across 200 by 100 mile region as the Trinity Brazos and Colorado rivers overflowed. About 15 000 people fled homes and rail services halted. Dozens were reported dead with livestock and cargo losses and residents evacuated from tree tops. The Brazos crest moved toward Hearne Richmond area as boats ferried people from rising waters.
Washington heard a broad policy and action theme for federal state cooperation to improve waterways. Delegates from across the country urged better navigable channels to boost national commerce during the tenth annual National Rivers and Harbors congress session.
Washington reports that collectors were notified to enforce retaliatory wheat duties against Argentina. The move ends hopes for cheaper bread via free imports from the South American grain producer. The notices specify wheat and related products fall under the tariff rule that countries granting similar U S free imports must be reciprocated.
Ogden Utah detectives report the arrest of J Weary Martin a former railroad employee tied to the blackmail ring blamed for the shooting of Detective David Edwards on November 9. Authorities say the arrest marks a turning point in the three year long case.
A challenge was filed Wednesday by Mrs Wale De Welle of New York against the income tax feature of the pew tain law, arguing it constitutes class legislation and is unconstitutional. The action seeks to strike down the provision as discriminatory and invalid.
The state liquor license law took effect Sunday causing 60 newly licensed saloons in Cincinnati to remain closed for the day.
A peace commission arrived in Juarez bearing terms of surrender as Huerta's northern backbone collapses. The proclamation says the Huerta government is bankrupt and unable to pay troops. Evacuation of federals in the north signals a possible complete withdrawal of northern Mexico. General Mercado sent the proposals to General Pancho Villa via Federico Moya, Chihuahua's interim governor, with a foreign consul appeal urging Villa to protect civilians.
Washington requests an appropriation of 1,108,661,777 dollars to fund U S government operations for the 1915 fiscal year. The proposal outlines the amount needed to maintain national administration services and essential functions throughout the coming year.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a local poetry note about a Caliecala poet and a fire tattoo saga. Names, places, and exact events are unclear but the item hints at cultural literary matter and a local author.
Congress convened December 1 to begin the regular session after an April 7 extraordinary start. The Senate immediately tackled the Hetch Hetchy water rights bill for San Francisco while a push for round-the-clock sessions on the currency bill was blocked. Democrats agreed to defer the final currency plan to permit a Republican alternative in banking and currency committee deliberations.
Bingham Utah residents speculate Lopez used a 150 foot shaft from the 700 level toward the 1300 level to flee after a Saturday shooting. Police note abundant fuse in the mine could aid a descent. Guards reported the 700 level bulkhead delayed pursuers by forty eight hours.
A section of Randolph Street collapsed after a rise of water caused a street cave in. The gap measures about 175 feet long and eight to ten feet deep, with a 4 inch water main ruptured ten feet below. The Marshall Field building and the Masonic temple flank the site, raising fears for nearby structures. The full cause and potential total damage remain undetermined.
Fragmentary OCR notes from a Prince Albert page reference a person named Giri Siew with an unclear role. the text also mentions a "Playmate" and a council or Sack event involving Calbiees Okg Gimoms aged ME years, but details are incomplete.
Fragmentary text mentions Zelaye and Usie or Whearagua raising questions about the subject. Context and specifics are unreadable, hindering a clear summary.
Reports say Francisco Villa, now supreme commander of revolutionary forces, plans to move via Torreon and Zacatecas toward Mexico City to overthrow the Hur dictatorship. Thousands of scattered rebels from Chihuahua and south regions are to be rallied into a main army, with 20 000 men projected.
Senator Wall of Montana spoke at a dinner when Senators Chamberlain of Oregon and other lawmakers from Montana Oregon Idaho Washington Nevada plus the war and interior secretaries joined in an incident. The sergeant at arms escorted all senators to the Capitol to complete a senate quorum.
Refugees from Chihuahua City evacuated by the federal army endured five days with minimal food and water while trekking toward the border near Ojinaga opposite Presidio. United States customs and immigration inspectors planned to meet them in Haifa to assist crossing and handle any Mexican army officer safety contingency.
McAvoy, head of the Industrial Workers, was fined 1 in municipal court for traffic violations. He announced plans to mobilize an army of Iowa followers to come to the city from across the United States to defend the union.
Theodore Roosevelt arrived in Buenos Aires after visiting Babia Blanca and Puapeetins Vi grantine square. An Argentine horse was given to him to mark the occasion as he toured the city and naval facilities aboard his visit.
A California accident in Alameda County resulted in a record payout of fifteen thousand dollars. Francesca Bers of Oakland was named in the suit against unnamed defendants, with Charles Spear noted as a former chairman in the proceedings.
A patient or inmate became violently insane leading to an incident involving a guard on a Thursday. Details are incomplete in the fragment but indicate a security or medical crisis at the facility.
Police in New York search for a kidnapped child after an apparent abduction. Investigators appeal for any witnesses and urge public tips to help locate the missing youngster and identify suspects.
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