08 Apr 1913
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1913
Page
1
Headlines report a German stance showing a raised fist symbol as a sign of defiance amid debates over defense policy and military posture. The article notes political tension and potential foreign policy repercussions.
The article reports a dramatic Reichstag address linking a proposed 262,700,000 war tax bill to European upheaval. Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg defends defensive preparations, notes Britain as pacific, and warns of risks from Balkan conflict and Montenegro defiance.
Chicago Municipal Judge Jacob H. Hopkins opens the citys new Morals Court with the motto Give Every One a Chance. The first session in Room 1120 saw cases and liberal fines for morals offenses. A notable tale involved Gladys Weit and a man posing as a wealthy Ted Coy. he faced a six month sentence if the fathers fine does not come.
Former Congressman Harry M Coudrey and Harry B Gardner were sentenced in St Louis to four and a half years in Leavenworth. Each fined 1600 dollars. Judge Dyer overruled a new trial motion and set appeal bonds at 10000 dollars each. Authorities say they used the mails to defraud in promoting Continental Life and International Fire Assurance. If bail is posted, they may remain free pending appeal.
London Daily Express to publish a special cable report exposing a planned attack on Crystal Palace football grounds stands on the eve of the FA Cup final. The scheme reportedly involved a militant group called No 23 with detailed instructions and a fake fire alarm plan to mislead fire brigades.
Washington reports Democrats in the special session introduce a sweeping tariff bill aimed at lowering living costs by cutting duties on foodstuffs and essentials while raising the burden on luxuries and the wealthy. The measure shifts to reciprocity and free trade with the Philippines, repeals the old corporation tax, and seeks roughly 120 million dollars in revenue through a new income tax. The plan promises sharp reductions in consumer staples, with broader implications for monopolies and tax structure.
The Sixty third Congress re elected Speaker Clark with 271 votes. James R Mynn of Illinois Republican received 111 votes and Victor Murdock of Kansas Progressive 18 votes. Four Progressive Republicans backed Cooper of Wisconsin, who voted for Nelson of Minnesota. Palmer of Pennsylvania praised Clark’s conduct and party victory.
President Wilson plans to deliver his message to Congress in person at a joint session, with only Secretary Tumulty and Secret Service accompanying him. The ceremony will be brief, and a Cabinet meeting precedes his departure from the White House. Tickets have been requested for the executive galleries.
Citizens of Jeffersonville are urged to attend a public meeting to plan a banquet for Indiana Reformatory inmates and the Government Depot crew. The event would recognize their aid in preventing railroad fill from collapsing during the flood, an act believed to have saved the city from inundation.
In Asbury Park New Jersey on April 7, Uncle John Butler aged 108 lies dying in Ocean Grove after two days of unconsciousness. Doctors note his remarkable vitality and his motto moderation in all things yet he drank eight cups of coffee daily for years.
In St Paul the defense and prosecution pursues the tale of Mrs Olson as she testifies about her illicit relations with Clyde N Darling. She faints after four hours of questioning and recovers to continue. Mrs Darling counters with her account of her husband’s alibi and his threats.
Eighteen men drowned when the German bark Mimi capsized after being hauled off the beach at North Spit Nehalem Bay. Lifesavers finally rescued Captain Charles Fisher of Portland president of Fisher Engineering and Captain J Westphal master plus two sailors after nearly a day of rescue efforts.
In Wolcottville Indiana at 8 15 this morning Wabash passenger train No 5 derailed on a curve one mile east of town. Engineer Reuben Mullen of Montpelier died instantly Fireman Samuel Stull of Montpelier and Baggage man H W Peck of Detroit were seriously injured.
A Bergen line trolley bound for Union Hill on a Palisades trestle caught fire as passengers jammed between platforms. Anna Eckert 20 of West New York broke a window and fell forty to fifty feet, breaking her back and dying. Four men burned were taken to North Hudson Hospital. The motorman and conductor used sand to put out the flames.
In Fort Worth on April 7 Gustin, driven by jealousy and remorse, burned his wife Gracie’s eyes with carbolic acid and then shot himself. The attack left Gracie, a 13 year old girl, to care for the family as doctors report her condition.
Congress opens in extraordinary session under Democratic control as President Wilson prepared to deliver a tariff message by voice to the House. Victor Murdock leads a small Progressive group amid seating fights involving H Olin Young of Michigan and rival party maneuvers in the early days of a new political alignment.
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