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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1912
Page
2
The article surveys wartime health debates and home treatment versus outdoor care for tuberculosis, cites Philadelphians and experts, notes shifts in medical authority, and touches on broader social issues from divorces to labor conditions and education. It blends editorial commentary with diverse anecdotes and quotes from various sources.
At the Liv Argions of the national convention, a five minute dictation session sparked a stormy scene. Hearings on credentials dominated the day with factions clashing, cheers, and chants for Teddy Roosevelt as reporters noted a potential mid-session bolt and intense floor turmoil.
The text discusses revising the law to prevent school construction and suggests an amendment by popular majority. It contemplates initiation of amendments by the residents or by a majority of votes cast in ten or more states or by a congressional majority. The wording reflects a broad, multi state or national approval path.
Chicago June 1 The credentials committee of the Republican National Convention approved twenty two Taft delegates including twelve from Florida where Roosevelt supporters made no contest Seatings in Alabama Arkansas Arizona and other districts followed with Roosevelt cases urged for reopening The committee aimed to finish by the convention opening and upheld a Roosevelt majority in most contested seats while denying any prearranged settlements per chairman Davine
Wisconsin delegates read peremptory orders from Senator La Follette at a Grand Pacific caucus urging no deals or compromises and decisive voting for his presidential nomination from first ballot to last. North Dakota pledged one-ballot support only. any defection to oppose him faced on the first ballot.
The Wisconsin platform views were presented by State Senator W. G. Owen to a resolutions committee as a complete draft. It opposes federal aid to strikes and endorses emergency currency and a federal trades commission to oversee production, capital, and bonds while condemning Supreme Court interpretations that favor trusts.
At the Wisconsin State Firemen's tournament electors named BF Manley Ladystith as president J H G Connell of South Milwaukee as first vice president H O Dysenroth of Columbus as second vice president Benjamin R Burro of Jefferson as recording secretary WW Hahn of Reedsburg as treasurer F A Lehreiner as financial spending secretary The next meeting in 1923 will be held at Monroe.
Charles Bray and his sister Hazel Bray sue Mrs. Adaline Choate in Oshkosh circuit court over three promissory notes of 17600.58 each. It is alleged that 5000 has been paid on one note, leaving 347108.74 in dispute. The Brays and the late Leander Choate were longtime lumber business partners with holdings across Wisconsin.
James Trotman was re-elected as head of the Regents in Madison amid ongoing governance. The outcome solidifies leadership for the group and sets a course for future policy direction.
A midnight explosion at the Victor-American Fuel Co mine near Hastings Colorado claimed twelve lives. Eleven non Americans perished alongside two Americans John Thomas and Pete Miller. Rescuers from Trinidad recovered bodies and searched for more as gas and collapsed passages hindered efforts. The blast likely followed a windy shot in a new slope about 3,000 feet from the mine mouth.
Washington June 20 The House approved the Norris Resolution making foreign pools or combinations controlling import prices illegal. It authorizes confiscation of contraband goods if a court finds monopoly exists. The measure deems five or more parties entering such contracts illegal and void to restrain trade or raise prices.
In Tepic region thirty two rebels and a federal soldier were killed in a lengthy clash on June 16. The Insurrectos numbering about four hundred were commanded by the Retieria brothers and Juan Canedo. Federal troops of about one hundred fifty under General Castillo won the engagement and six federals were wounded. All prisoners among the rebels were executed on the field.
Evelyn Thaw testified for the state in the Matteawoon asylum case, recounting a series of sensations leading to Stanford White's death and aiming to keep her husband Barry Thaw confined. London famine threat grows as strike cripples transport, with starvation risking thousands of women and children. A suffragette attack on Lloyd George outside Caxton Hall is reported from London. A violent gale hammers Guthris Oklahoma, wrecking homes but sparing all residents. Roland Garros wins the Angers aviation grand prize worth $10,000 after flying 68 miles. In Pittsburg, Charles Hague is jailed for assaulting umpire Ralph G. Kennedy of the C Frick league.
The article discusses the president's veto of army appropriation legislation, the push for a single lump sum without legislative riders, and concerns over army reorganization and staff changes. It notes reliance on independent action for personnel and the need for continued funding to maintain west coast operations.
Telegraphed notices report Rev. EO Weld American clergyman run over and killed by two motorbikes on Cockspur street London. He had left his hotel for a stroll. Mrs Weld learned of the tragedy on her return to the hotel. Weld connected with Grace Episcopal church Brooklyn.
Reports from Douai France and nearby areas confirm the midair collision of two French officers Captain Duybals and Lieut Albert Peiguin during early morning training. Both pilots died on impact as their biplanes interlocked wings and plunged to the ground.
Kansas City reports Joan Cudahy and her ex-husband have reconciled after two years apart. They resume married life under Catholic doctrine, with children living with their paternal grandparents since divorce. The couple’s split followed a public confrontation with Jere Lillis, a banker.
Senator McCumber of North Dakota introduced a senate joint resolution urging immediate repeal of the Canadian reciprocity agreement, arguing Taft would veto the Democratic steel revision but the resolution also carries a provision to levy a duty of 2 dollars depending on grade printing on print paper. The item appears among a string of varied World War I era notices and events across June.
A powerful storm system struck Kansas Missouri and Ohio towns killing many and injuring dozens. Homes were wrecked trees toppled and fatalities reported near Lacygne Drexel Drexel Warrenburg and Columbus with plummeting damage across Johnson and Henry counties.
In New York on June 20 a Chinese gang leader was killed at the Four Brothers’ headquarters on Pell Street after a late Tuesday feast. Yee Tai, a wealthy member of the Hip Bine Tong, was regarded as the real head of the tong wire long active in Chinatown history.
President Taft signed the eight hour limit law governing daily work for government projects. An executive order exempts Panama Canal-related work from the act, under the new provision.
Richard O'Kerfe yard master for the Chicago and Northwestern railroad in Appleton for twenty years was crushed between two freight cars during a task. He died instantly. Eighteen graduates of the University of Wisconsin law school were admitted to the bar in Madison. Raymond Jebny, year old son of John Jebavy, was killed when a road roller ran over him in trading work on Adam Street.
A 178 pound sturgeon was landed near Green Bay by Joann Olsott, the largest in the area for years. In Tomah, the Training School for Nurses at Tomah hospital has been incorporated under state law, with a three year curriculum planned.
A five year old boy, son of Alexander Fargitt, was instantly killed when struck by a motor vehicle driven by Calvin Stover of Utnden in Dodgeville. The tragedy occurred as the child crossed the street, with authorities beginning an investigation into the incident and circumstances surrounding the accident.
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