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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1912
Page
1
A collection of light humor and observational quips from a Fremont Indiana paper. Topics range from aeroplanes and railroads to marriage tours, odd laws, and social curiosities with playful jabs at trends, science, and fashion.
The United States issued a formal warning to the Mexican government and to General Pascual Orozco that American life and property must be protected, and that Mexico and its people will be held responsible for any acts endangering or harming Americans. The statement, signed by Acting Secretary Huntington Wilson, emphasized that intervention is not intended, and instructed ambassadors to relay the views to Mexico City.
Pascal P Gilmore of Bucksport Maine former state treasurer from 1907 to 1911 was indicted by the grand jury on fifteen counts for embezzling 10575 of state funds in early 1909. He is noted as president of Bucksport National Bank and has served as state senator and representative.
The Vatican ordered a strict investigation to determine if any church official spread the report of Pope Pius X’s death. Papal secretary of state Merry del Val sought to locate the rumor’s source as the Vatican watched the story spread.
The Ulster Liberal Crion ial association issues a stern protest against government home rule. They warn Belfast that home rule will harm Ireland’s agricultural, commercial, and industrial prosperity and affirm Ulster’s resolve to avoid subjection to a Dublin parliament.
Sons and Daughters of Civil War veterans in Stockton California are authorized to wear the bronze button of the G. A. R. by a resolution of the California and Nevada department. The action aims to prevent the vanishing of the decoration.
Athens reports a series of earthquakes causing considerable damage to the Greek islands Cenbalonia and Ithaca. Local authorities assess structural impacts and the extent of destruction on coastal towns and inland communities.
David Trousdale, Wells Fargo express messenger, killed two bandits during a March 13 train holdup near Eldridge Texas and will receive the company’s best run, a $2,000 salary, a $1,000 gift, a $250 watch, and a passenger purse of $100. His actions saved nearly $10,000. The promotion comes as he returns from Nashville after vacation with pay.
New York April 13. Engine ers ballot shows 93.3 percent in favor of a strike on fifty railroad systems. Grand Chief Warren Stone says nationwide walkout is practically unanimous. Over 27 580 engineers voted. Managers reply says conference committee will decide in several days. Firemen and Engineers may support the engineers if a strike occurs.
The coal dispute between miners and operators moves toward settlement with both sides appointing joint sub committees to study wage and recognition demands. Conference rules out direct talks between general committees while negotiations resume after March 15 talks. The operator Baer proposes arbitration by the anthracite strike commission but miners reject that approach for now.
Secretary of State Knox was guarded by police after a state dinner hosted by Minister Beaupre in Havana. Anarchist Felipe Loston, from Tampa, arrived recently, prompting heightened security as civil and military authorities respond to the threat. Albany notes report a bar association meeting where William J. Hornblower's resolutions protested recalls of judges and judicial decisions.
Bay City Michigan April 12 Roosevelt forces flee riot guarded by militia after failed effort to seat delegates at the Republican state convention. They name six delegates at large to the national convention and plan to press the dispute with the national body. Delegates listed from Osborn to Boughey and others. Taft delegates led by John D. McKay of Detroit also named.
Iowa Supreme Court orders rehearing of the rebate suit against Chicago Rock Island Pacific Railroad by Agar Packing of Des Moines Iowa. Case cites alleged discrimination in favor of eastern picker agents at Valley Junction driving Agar into bankruptcy.
Demurrers to indictments against Edward Foulipa and John R. Carroll of the Syracuse Iron Workers were overruled by Federal Judge A B Anderson. They pleaded not guilty and will join other defendants in the case for trial on October 1.
A fire sparked by an engine burned sixty acres and destroyed fifteen box cars in the Chicago Milwaukee and Mt Paul yards at Beston Path, a suburb of Minneapolis, on April 16. Firefighters fought the blaze for hours amid smoke and embers.
Washington April 13 access to muster rolls and military records on file in the war department will be granted in the future under restrictions to Negro t nl a and representatives of historical societies Secretary Stimson issued the order. Chan Sherrock dies after choking on molasses cake at a local hospital Middletown N Y April 18 the patient choked to death on a piece of molasses cake
New York April 13 Maj Gen Frederick Dent Grant who died here Friday will be buried at West Point and given a full military funeral in this city and at the army academy It was announced after Brig Gen Tasker H Bliss and Lieut Marion Howze conferred with Mrs Grant and Capt Ulysses S Grant The funeral will be delayed until arrival
A report notes General Grant's daughter Princess Michael Cantacuzene Speranskey is in Russia. The body was moved to Governors Island and placed in the Chapel of Cornelius the Centurion under military guard until funeral. A dispatch from Washington claimed Frederick Funston would succeed Major General Grant at Fort D. A. Russell.
Florence April 13 Ex banker Charles W Morse given six months to live by doctors due to Bright's disease arteriosclerosis and minor ailments. He has abandoned health ambitions and plans a final tour of southeastern Europe spending on an expensive pleasure trip while showing little anxiety about his condition.
Washington April 16 Funeral for Clara Barton drew little official attendance with no Taft or Red Cross representation. Mrs John A Logan intended to speak but absence led her daughter to read the address. Barton to be buried in Oxford Massachusetts.
Washington April 12 Postmaster General Hitchcock authorized a formal statement denying emphatically that he had any intention of resigning as a member of President Taft's cabinet. The statement answered rumors that he would retire to engage in business and leave public life.
Dr Iva Remsen tendered his resignation as president of Johns Hopkins University Baltimore on April 11 causing surprise. He will keep the chemistry professorship at the university. Meanwhile George Stearns Northern Pacific engineer sustained serious injuries when derailment occurred near Oriska due to an open switch.
Minneapolis police report Mrs Albert Lowe confessed stabbing Fred Buchhart amid jealousy. Prosecutors file assault with intent to kill charges based on the admission and statements to investigators.
This piece urges avoiding liquid bluing as a costly weak blue solution. It promotes RED CROSS BALL BLUING as the best blue product that makes fabrics appear snow white. Consumers are advised to ask their grocer for it.
A London constable warns that militant suffragettes may cause trouble, noting fashion of quitting parades and speeches to practice quoits and baseball. The exchange underscores fear of tougher tactics by activists and public reaction to their methods. Doctor endorses Kopp's Baby's Friend for teething colic and diarrhea with 10c, 76c, 50c sizes from York based firm.
A brief cartoon style exchange shows a husband asking his wife to sew on a button before he leaves. The new wife suggests the cook might help, but the husband quips that he married a typewriter, not a sewing machine.
A light wedding note hints at a bride promising obedience in her vows but secretly keeping fingers crossed. The quip mirrors traditional expectations and modern playfulness in marriage etiquette.
Yourdist promises refunds if Paz y ointment fails to cure any case of hemmorhoids or protracted pain. A dubious health ad touts tea for impure blood and advises drinking before bed. The text also weirdly notes dissatisfaction with neighbors and asserts bold temperament against being henpecked.
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