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Newspaper
Correctionville News
Location
Correctionville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1913
Page
7
A court action in Missouri concerns a claim of 276 million dollars tied to an escheat fund. The state auditor notes about 8429 dollars in the fund, with roughly 1200 dollars due to the heirs of Cy Garner, following a thesis suit in St. Louis.
A chaotic tale of Knights Templar proceedings in Denver on August 11 details a grand conclave setup with a court of honor and illuminated displays. Grand officers, including Sir William D. Melis, were to arrive from Colorado Springs as preparations for the ceremonial display and pageantry progressed amidst a large crowd of attendees and participants.
Aug 11 dispatch notes Japan may drop the alien land ownership dispute, waiting for a special opportunity to challenge the act on neutrality rights. It warns against appealing to The Hague or demanding patrimonial rights, while noting that life-tenure holdings persist under the law.
A dramatic circus accident in Calgary left a woman performer badly injured as her partner tumbled during an aerial act. Witnesses recall a sneezing incident causing a loss of grip and a perilous fall to the stage below.
The Western Federation of Miners resumes activity as about 2,994 miners are at work after a prolonged strike. Roughly 1,000 men had returned so far while 1,209 had signed ultimatums urging wage and hour demands. No changes in working conditions were requested, and authorities indicate the industry plans to implement a shorter eight hour day later.
Warhiarten Aus 3-Freatdent Wat- Som today took the fet step to protect the Panama canal from fuel worm. Visitors by the acti route Fe atgiet co emecatise eter perhibiting any certainant fers lying over the canal without authority from Washington, on penalty of a $1699 fine and 1 year’s imprisonment for each.
Ancestral notes describe Cedar Rapids hosting a Saengerbund gathering in 1914 with figures such as Jobe Walker and Henry Hem among attendees. The fragmentary text references locations and organizations including Freeport and others, indicating a cultural or musical assembly with community leaders.
Retigasity Missouri and city officials consider curbing fraternity and sorority dances to address disturbances and regulate public welfare. Officials note past efforts to involve parents and assess impact of dances run by college fraternities and high society.
New York reports the Joint Legislative committee drafting a report on impeaching Governor Sulzer. Testimony ties his Wall Street dealings to campaign contributions used for stock purchases. Chairman Frawley and counsel urge impeachment. committee meets in Albany to decide next steps before Monday legislature session.
Des Moines reports the attorney general’s office is heavily burdened with active and upcoming cases. Fewer than six public matters are new, but several appeals and extension suits are expected before the Iowa Supreme Court and U S Supreme Court. The Webb-Neson suit and Reck Infane case at St Paul loom alongside state fair rate disputes and routine work remains unusually heavy.
Aug 3 report confirms a third death from injuries in a city fire that destroyed a clothing factory. A victim, Mrs May Last, died at the city hospital after leaping from a fourth floor window during the blaze.
Aug. 2. A German airman reports a dangerous encounter as his biplane flying with Prussian forces was struck by a shower of meteors at about one mile altitude. He describes bright flashes and an impact, noting fear and shock among aviators.
Chicago market reports show hog prices rising amid cautious selling in cooling weather. The dull mood in other livestock trades appears to ease after recent price gains, while grain and feed products influence prices across agricultural commodities. Another mine victim, Harry Sehotetail, dies in Pennsylvania after injuries from an incident.
Washington reports a wave of railroad carriers threatening a mail haul stoppage over pay disputes. Several lines may halt transportation, risking huge damages to commerce. Leaders argue higher wages are needed, while debates rise about government ownership of railroads amid mounting pressure from miners and other interests.
Washington August 11 Mirein Wood American aviator began a record flight from New York to Washington at 4 30 p m and aimed to reach Fort Myer and return. He surged ahead of a racing train from Jersey City to Washington but became disoriented in smoke over Pennsylvania and Maryland. He landed safely near Gaithersburg after engine trouble, then sought mechanics to resume the mission.
Des Moines reports a court has struck down the Webb Kenyon liquor prohibition law as unconstitutional. Judge Hun ter held the tax invalid and the attorney general Cosson offered no comment. The ruling leaves the question to be pursued to the U S Supreme Court.
A fragmentary report notes Madame Alice Cheap's acquittal in the January murder trial of an Abbe in Agen, France, while elsewhere Union activity dominates headlines with Woodmen of the World reelection and a Pacific jurisdiction contest. A Bay Area strike threatens service as Atlantic telephone and telegraph workers vote to strike, risking a weeks-long stoppage and heightened tensions over maintenance and safety.
London August. The Daily Citizen announces the discovery of a gas weighing one sixteenth that of hydrogen and named cerontum. Scientists including Sir William Ramsay believe it can be produced on Earth and may revolutionize aerostatics. If Earth cools, people could live in airships to other planets, possibly for a million years or more.
Topeka Kan Aug 11 Senator Harry McMillan of Ottawa County urges a special five day legislative session to authorize state loans to western Kansas farmers suffering from four months without rain. He argues the drought requires swift aid not charitable gifts. Towns including Coffeyville Independence Caney and Cherryvale face water shortages as dams and water plants are strained. The Santa Fe railroad charters water for its facilities and towns along several lines also seek relief.
San Francisco August 11 Prince Sishishiwi Sulkuoki and his bride Miss Marie Loutte Freese face a white slave law violation Warrant issued in Los Angeles at the request of the U S attorney Deputies hunt for the couple at Lake Tahoe and other resorts across the California Nevada boundary
In Facoma Washington on August Li Robert He Reed a 45 year old Methodist church man pleaded guilty before a US commissioner. He admitted wrongdoing and said his motives were pure though the letters were written to a young woman in Durand Wisconsin. Reed’s wife died months ago. He has two children and recently returned from a camping trip on Mount Tatatna with a large troop of scouts in his command.
Washbedon reports ten baby buffaloes have been born to the government herd in the Wichita National forest and game refuge. Forest service in charge announced today.
In Baxter Springs Kansas an event marks a first in the region as a tombstone is erected for a faithful horse. The ceremony is described amid fragmented notes about local figures, a visit by notable persons, and related events, with garbled names and stray references to theaters and clubs.
Hartman, a leprosy patient confined near Bibulation cottage, fled yesterday after being moved from Unquainting CORPILAT. He returned to his wife’s home, secured money, and disappeared. Police and health officials pressure Hartman’s capture to prevent spread while Mrs. Hartman defies orders. Reports say he may aim for Mexico, with trains monitored and a possible arrest for aiding escape.
Duluth Minnesota reports the strike costing about 100000 dollars per day with 97 days more of fees to shipping miners on the Iron Range fence railroads and dock companies. Missabe officials refused to recognize demands, pledging to break the strike in 24 hours upon resumption of work. Superior Wisconsin reports Governor McGovern may be asked to deploy troops to curb disorder at the docks amid IWW agitation.
Spencer Me Aug 1 A Boston wildlife painter Joseph Knonks entered the unbroken forest near Big Spencer Jake for two months with no clothes food or tools. He plans total independence from civilization to test primal instincts as Harvard Professor Dudier A Sargent notes such a shift could be possible but remains debated.
In Spain the government deployed troops after labor unrest escalated. Ferocious clashes and arrests occurred as authorities cracked down on labor militants amid a nationwide strike.
Topeka reports the drought causing water shortages and heat waves across many towns. Government weather bureau data show seventeen days of extreme heat with no immediate relief, threatening corn and kaffir corn crops and prompting farmers to abandon hopes for early harvests.
Mrs Kate T Woolsey announced a plan to raise 500000 to found an Adamless Eden, a women only colony where residents govern themselves and elect local services. The Forward to the Land movement endorses the idea during a three day Boston convention with Astoria backing the league.
Sun Yat Sen former provisional president of the Chinese republic travels incognito to Formosa and says he has not decided whether to return to Japan or go to America. In Formosa clashes between Chinese and Japanese provoke slow negotiations as Formosan deaths are reported and local garrison bolsters with 700 troops from Chang-Chow.
Peru reports an earthquake on Wednesday destroyed the Princian towns of Caravell and Quicacis. Thousands became homeless and relief measures are needed. Caravetllan has 4,004 inhabitants in Aveairipa state, 130 meters northwest of Molenda fort. Quicacha is a smaller town in the same state. The district is earthquake prone and Arequipa has suffered damage previously. nearby volcano Mista is active.
Reston Aug 1 Practically all supreme officers of the Knights of Columbus were re elected at the annual convention James A Flaherty Philadelphia was elected supreme and John H Reddin of Denver G Paul Leche of Louisiana N A Dussault of Quebec wife Ham D Dwyer of St Paul were national directors Chairman Irene Dorie of Detroit Catholic university endowment Card represented that 908 of the required had been raised and the 100 099 remainder hay After voting by a large its trot to move the headquarters of the order from New Haven Conn to Washington Its three time place tn ia as adjourned A ball closed the aibe ane tetera we quarters to the plan to build a 5199 00 Some for the bride to the capital city.
A report from Rochester indicates General Dodge underwent a medical operation today. The procedure, described as significant, was reported to be successful with recovery expected to proceed without complications.
A translated fragment reports a workman buried in a cave during trench work near Fort Dedee. The injured or deceased individual appears unnamed, with unclear details about location and timing. The fragment mentions delays, cave collapse, and concerns from an unnamed party about safety and response.
New Moines Aug 1 Twenty convicts from Apamena will do the first convict work of town highways next otkat Anes W J Dixon of the astute board of contest today announced that attuncements were com plete for the experiment The mut wit wear fabor aul in white working krey prison dress sulta on Sunday when they will attend chapel at times The only guard over the men will be one foreman At nights the men be housed in tenta four to a tent & atarded
Lawrence Rupp, 34, an anti suffragist, returns home to find wife lecturing a large crowd at a suffrage meeting. He demands his supper, causes a scene, and is jailed for disorderly conduct as officers discover the complainant and prisoner are husband and wife. Mrs Rupp prepares supper after the incident.
Baltimore August 11 The grand officers of the Fraternal Order of Eagles chosen by delegates at the fifteenth annual convention election were announced last night. They include President Thomas J. Cogan Cincinnati Chaplain Col Witt Grayton Savannah GA Vice President Conrad Brsaan Kansas City MO Conducter Thomas P Greason Minneapolis Mint Ivsile Guard William J Cromp Ben Haven Grand Trustees Fred C Naeve Davenport James F Bell ey Cleveland Lincoln Davis Seattle Fletcher M Noe Indianapolis Meeting place for next year’s convention left to the grand trustees.
Minneapolis August 11 delegates from banks in Minnesota Wisconsin North Dakota South Dakota Iowa and Montana met to condemn the Owen Glass currency bill now before Congress They endorsed an analysis by Curtis L Mather secretary of the Citizens League of Minnesota noting six features they say are harmful and should be thoroughly revised before adoption by Congress The bankers believe the bill would not injure credit but require careful reconsideration by lawmakers
Start at Santa Monica Cal on August 11 with 16 cars racing at 3 am. Frank Verbeck, a last minute entry from Los Angeles to Sacramento, leads the field. Several cars retire on lap one due to mechanical issues as the field totals 16. Cattle disrupt a separate Oklahoma incident with people and vehicles involved.
New York reports the United States Steel Corp July 31 activity shows unfilled tonnage and reduced totals. A boxing note covers Hughie Mehegan defeating Australian champ in a two round center bout. A death notice records Threnesa McCammn, longtime committee member, passing in the United States.
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