Villisca Axe Murders Shock Iowa Valley
Eight people were murdered with an axe at the home of James B. Moore in Villisca Sunday night. Victims include Mr. and Mrs. Moore, their four children, Edith and Blanche Stillinger. Robbery not suspected. motive may be revenge or a madman. The scene shocked readers across the state.
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Congressional actions and senate committee reports recap
The senate naval affairs committee reported the naval appropriation bill providing for two battleships. The secretary of the navy sought 85000 for the marine expedition to Cuba. Samuel Gompers urged favorable action on Brantley workmen compensation. Representative Prince warned of fighting the army appropriation. US conference report passed the senate. Senate territories committee favored a bill to create a legislative assembly in Alaska. The senate Indian affairs committee backed the Gore bill to allow Apache prisoners of war at Fort Hill to return to New Mexico. The senate rejected an amendment to the legislative, executive and judicial appropriation for maintenance of commerce. Senator Lorimer planned not to speak until most other speeches are given. Senator Bacon introduced a resolution denying authority for army and navy use outside emergencies. Senator Williams proposed a plan to control Mississippi floods. The house adopted Berger's resolution to investigate charges against Federal Judge Hanford. The house ways and means committee reported the metal tariff revision bill but opposed repeal of the Canadian reciprocity law. Senator Poindexter moved to discharge the interstate commerce committee on his bill to abolish the commerce court, no action taken. The house agriculture expenditures committee continued drainage division investigation, J. C. Wright testifying. Underwood indicated no recess for Chicago convention, but three days for Baltimore. Senator Lodge failed to secure unanimous consent to limit convention business due to Culberson obstruction.
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Roosevelt Stron g South Dakota Delegation Predicted
Col Roosevelt to secure a solid South Dakota delegation per returns. Commentary calls Ohio GOP convention results a political brigande. Rioting in Briddleton Connecticut injures several strikers and officers.
Rooseveltists Distrust Taft Nomination in Taft Column
Roosevelt loyalists claim no belt will be worn if Taft is the nominee. Colonel Roosevelt seeks only justice from the Republican National Committee while Cummins forces falter at Chicago with Senator Kenyon’s arrival. Indiana Taft gains, Fall reelected, New Mexico gains a senator. Bryan set for Venice event.
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Delights of Repartee in a Whimsical Family Visit
Nellie recalls an evening with Grandmother Kelly and Grandmother Getchell as they joke and spar over aging, marriage, and teeth while sharing supper. The two elderly women trade quips, tease, and threaten playful retorts, ending with warm, sharp humor that delights the narrator. Chicago Daily News.
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