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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1909
Page
8
Grand Rapids Tribune reports on shifting American and Canadian population in the late 19th century, predicting 50 million by century's end. It notes rising farmouts and foreign settlement, Canada’s role, and economic tensions shaping policy and emigration. It discusses Russia Britain loans, Turkish reforms, and American industry abroad, with brief notes on Greece, Berlin exhibition, and Zionist colonization along the Baghdad railway.
Kansas City reports Congressman David A. DeArmond of Missouri's Sixth District perished in a house fire at Fintler Missouri while attempting to save his grandson, six year old David DeArmond Jr. The congressman's body was found in his arms as they both burned. President Taft sent condolence messages. burial planned for Butler, Missouri.
Chicago Republican W J Moxley won the Sixth Congressional district seat succeeding William Lorimer who resigned to join the Senate. Moxley led with 14 494 votes, Barnes 8 317, Ryan 6 377, in a bitter campaign that drew national figures including Speaker Cannon and Governor Deneen.
A dynamite charge weighing about 26 pounds exploded under the fruit and wing house of Joseph Mascari at 11 College street Tuesday, demolishing five buildings and causing about 50000 in damage. North and south structures were wrecked and plate glass shattered three blocks away. Mascari accuses members of the Black Hand society but gives no details on threatening letters.
Col John Jacob Astor and Gov Vincent and guests are safe aboard the Nourmahal in West Indian waters. The yacht reached San Juan on Nov 14 and remained there on Nov 17 after a hurricane danger. It likely sailed for Ponce afterward aboard the Nourmahal, per the steamship Harry Luakenbash arriving in New York from San Juan.
A $2,000 reward is posted for the arrest of the murderer of a four year old girl whose body was found in an abandoned North Side building. Police seek tips leading to the killer’s capture as the city appeals for public help.
The U S circuit court for the eastern district of Missouri declared the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey an illegal restraint of trade and ordered its dissolution. The decree, with a special concurrence by Judge Hook, takes effect in 20 days from filing unless suspended on appeal. Thirty three of about seventy Standard concerns are exempted. the bill is dismissed as to them.
Andrew Hell aged 27 of 1819 South Wood street intervened to protect an elderly man from an attack by Charles Benfield 28. Benfield drew a hunting knife and stabbed Hell in the heart as fishermen mobbed the pier crowd. Benfield was arrested and Hell died en route to a patrol wagon.
In Maryville Missouri the body of Rev. Hathaway rector of St Pauls Episcopal church was found hanging from a railroad bridge in the northeast city area. No motive is known though dissatisfaction with life is suspected and his ambitions were limited by a small congregation.
Dr Haldane Cleminson was found guilty of murdering his wife Nora Jane Cleminson by a jury in Judge Mc Surely's court. The verdict, reached after less than three hours of deliberation on four ballots, sentenced him to life imprisonment.
Sweeping sentiment favors increasing subsidies for American merchant ships. The measure, long blocked in the senate, is expected to pass with little opposition in both chambers. Provisions limit subsidies to South American and Asiatic ports, but aims to expand to European routes and widen aid to vessels serving home and foreign ports.
Washington reports ships Prince ton and Vicksburg ordered to Nicaragua to join operations at Corinto amid debate over recognizing the Estrada government. The Princeton undergoes repairs at Bremerton. U.S. officials weigh recognizing the revolutionary government as insurgent advances prompt questions about intervention and the Managua situation.
Federal prosecutors press new indictments as Thomas C. Giddings, assistant customs weigher, is arrested on conspiracy charges tied to fig imports. Collector Loeb reports 83 customs employees removed since March, promising further “house cleaning.” Taft’s message to Congress remains unwritten as cabinet meets. In Morocco, Gen. Marina advances toward Mount Eyuf Mur to isolate Rif tribesmen. A Shanghai-bound steamer brings 116 barrels of eyes from the orient.
Washington reports that President Taft approved Knox's plan to compel Nicaragua's Zelaya to pay $100,000 indemnity to the families of two American victims LeRoy Cannon and Leonard Grace. A formal apology and flag salute are sought, with options including recognizing insurgent belligerency, seizing Corinto port, or declaring war if not satisfied. Zelaya admits ordering the shooting after a court martial.
Denver jury after 18 hours found Allen P Read guilty of attempted extortion in Judge Shearers court. Punishment ranges from one to fourteen years imprisonment. A year ago Mrs Read allegedly tried to force Genevieve Chandler Phippa to pay 100000 by threats to dynamite her.
In Onoura, Fukuoka province, an explosion traps 225 miners after 15 men perished. Rescue efforts proceed amid uncertainty about the fate of the entombed workers. Other incidents: cyclone in Dexter destroys homes and fair buildings injuring two women and two children, and a Chicago court finds Altman Brothers not guilty of bombing a factory. London report notes Dolly Parnell marrying Prince Nesir Ali Khan with jewels valued at 100 000 pounds.
Two Graham and Morton passenger steamers bound between Chicago Holland and St. Joseph barely escaped disaster in a 60 mile gale. The Benton Harbor pilot station docked after five hours at sea as tugs worked to reach the disabled Puritan off New Buffalo. The Puritan lost its rudder and wireless, drifted from course, and attempts to attach a line failed in the heavy surf amid breaking seas and high winds.
President Taft dines with his family on Thanksgiving at the White House, savoring real food after coast to coast travels. The feast centers on a massive Rhode Island raised turkey as he notes relief at no speeches or reception committees. Mrs Laughlin, sister of Mrs Taft, is among the Taft family present.
Former Treasury Secretary Lyman Judson Gage and Frances Ada Ballou wed at the Ballou home in Coronado. Ages 28 and 25. Ceremony by Rev. Wil lam B Thorpe witnessed by Miss Helene Richards and Col. Wesley Brainerd. Newlyweds depart for Denver after a private ceremony.
Ballinger urges vigorous prosecutions to curb land frauds and protect public domain. He calls for continued enforcement of land laws, tighter administration, and private enterprise under federal supervision to advance resource development. Recommends reclamation fund financing, state adjustments, and faster project completion. Also notes Indian bureau reforms and park management upgrades. A railroad carriage joke ends the item.
A jeweler explains engraving inside a ring to a youthful customer who wants "From Guy to Gwenyth" but fears altering if the name must change to "Gladys" or another version. The exchange highlights customization debates in a small shop.
A quirky trio of items humorously skewers manners and language. A Chicago woman in Paris robs a hostess of money, not spoons, exposing bad form. A ten year old girl, Minne Welsbein, astonishes U.S. immigration with fluency in six languages.
A garbled exchange shows a boy’s father explaining his son’s patriotism and frequent requests for money to reduce the government postal deficit. The incomplete quotes hint at a broader narrative of ambition and self-improvement amid school life.
The passage reflects on Thanksgiving weather and harvest in Canada, noting good conditions and strong grain yields. It cites provinces from Manitoba to Alberta, praises farmers, and quotes The Toronto Globe on national gratitude for Providence and abundance.
A terse jumble of medical anecdotes and product pitches. Mrs Minnie Turner of Ana darko Oklahoma touts Dean's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney pain, while an assortment of ads promotes Allen’s Foot-Ease and Lewis’ Single Blade. Also notes on tuberculosis trends and anti-slavery funding.
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