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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1911
Page
7
In Lrievile Tennessee rescue crews push into Big Cross mountain after an explosion at Knoxville Iron Co mine. Sixteen bodies identified with more presumed dead. Red Cross aids victims as coffins await near the shaft.
Laverne Minnesota December 12 Hon and Mre Jay LaDue marked sixty years of marriage at their residence. Both natives of New York state were wed in Chautauqua County on December 19, 1841. The couple, still active, hosted a family reunion with their daughter, four sons, and several grandchildren.
Lilisa Graham on trial in the supreme court for shooting W. J. Stokes in the legs last June. Close examination begins as defense witnesses face cross questions. Conrad, her companion, awaiting potential testimony. condition of a key witness reported serious but stabilized.
Delegates from various provinces converge as Tang Shao Yi from Peking and other officials discuss terms with revolutionaries. The imperial government signals openness to a compromise while acknowledging difficulties in administration and funding.
A bomb at a cinematograph exhibition in Belgium killed five people and seriously injured 63, many with amputated legs. The blast occurred as workers and patrons were inside, causing a panic. Police believe the device contained dynamite and was thrown by an unknown assailant. In Chicago, a suspect in the murder of Mattie Kauffman was captured. authorities secured a $206 reward from relatives.
A northbound passenger train struck a light engine near Corliss Wisconsin injuring passengers. Engineer K Forbush was killed. Federal agent George Laws was shot and killed in Danville. Edward Bacon faced court for the U S district. Racco claims self defense.
Los Angeles December hearing links Clarence S. Darrow to bribery talk over juror George N. Lockwood testifies Franklin offered money to influence the panel. Witnesses describe bids of 2000 to 4000 dollars and name Darrow in a disputed telephone exchange.
The 1891 fiscal year shows a surplus for the Postal Service under Postmaster General Hitchcock. Revenues reached 1,234,567 dollars with expenditures of 1,019,450 dollars, yielding a surplus of 215,118.12 dollars. The growth includes 3,744 new positions and carrier delivery in 186 more cities, plus 60,479 miles of rural routes. Wage levels rose across rural carriers, clerks, city letter carriers, and railway mail clerks. The launch of the postal savings system began January 3, 2014 with experimental depositories in nine states and territories, expanding soon to about 46,000 offices for money orders.
The new American cardinals have permission to disperse. Cardinal Fairey leaves Cherbourg today aboard the Pringten Ceecilia, expected to sail January 18. Auxiliary Bishop Afapager Tennis of San Francisco departs Europe on the same steamer, headed for England. The voyage accompanies shipments involving wood pulp with a total value of 25,900,000 dollars.
The Railroad Securities Commission led by Yale president Arthur T. Hadley finds federal control for railroad issues impractical at present. It urges publicity for all issues and favors state regulation while preparing for a possible future federal incorporation act, warning against exclusive federal regulation until constitutional questions are settled. President Taft backs the report.
A fierce fire swept Tara Park at Coney Island, destroying more than half the amusement area while flames threatened neighboring structures across the shore. Authorities fought to control the blaze as the island remained in alarm.
Kangas City Missouri December 12 a juror in the murder case against Dr Clarke Hyde Waldron escaped after breaking from a room his transom was found torn deputies pursued him attorneys debated trial impact and possible mistrial Prosecutor Conkling demanded an inquiry defense asked court to appoint guards for the jury Judge Porterfield indicated outcome depended on Waldron's fate.
James F Namara and John J Namara were sentenced to life and 15 years respectively after pleading guilty to a series of dynamiting cases tied to labor disputes. The two, once linked to Los Angeles incidents, surrendered and were transported by train to San Quentin where they will serve their terms.
Prosecutor reports the death of Mrs. Tien unin Grew as the result of a robbery gone violent. The aged woman was found slain with a fractured skull and her house burned to cover the crime. Evidence suggests money was hidden in the home and the killer searched for it. A prior case involves an elderly farmer slain in a similar manner two years earlier.
New York December 11 A cloak dealer Robert S smith who arrived in the country 31 years ago with six dollars will receive one million dollars for the northwest corner of Thirty fourth Street and Broadway. The 23 154 square foot lot valued at 866 55 per square foot may trigger Macy and Co Broadway frontage expansion while Nathan Straus denies interest. Mr smith expects an 18 story building on the site and notes the record price for New York real estate.
Messages from Sianfu recount dire actions as 8,000 Manchus slain by Chinese and foreigners attacked. Eight foreigners killed including four Americans, with mission houses burned and looting widespread. Letters from Taochow missionary W. J. Palmire describe safety fragile amid Han River travel danger.
The so called queen of confidence Eliza Peckatanrefers to be called the queen of confidence was pardoned by Governor Diz. She had been imprisoned for grand larceny in early 1909 after schemes involving a Sparkill NY house and swindles against H T Dahhit and Dr Grady. The governor released her on the grounds she is too young to cause trouble.
Lexington Kentucky December 11 and that Senator Joseph W Bailey who retires in March 4 has bought a string of light harness horses and will campaign next season. Bailey previously said he would not race again but he was in town and hinted at a return to racing with his farm and racers.
Six jurors were tentatively seated for the Chicago packers trial on alleged Sheerman anti trust act violations. An adjournment until Monday paused proceedings as five more jurors were examined and passed by the defense for later government review.
Washington December news reports Titor Gambla introduces a bill to open the remaining portions of the Cheyenne and Branding Rock reservations. The measure seeks payment by homesteaders for lands on the Cheyenne and Branding Rock reservations. Carrie hn Cape, plaintiff in a damage suit against Bishop Shevid F Moore, has been removed from a related role in the National Women’s Missionary Society.
Bradstreet and Dan report a holiday trade uptick with early clearance sales and robust retail staple demand despite warm weather. Wholesale activity slows as inventories rise. spring buying remains cautious with stronger dry goods orders and steel demand, while pig iron stays active and prices edge lower on finished steel.
A labor federation report shows $754 612.53 received and $254 800.93 spent through October 28 on the McNamara defense fund. Clarence Darrow was paid about $770 008 for his defense work and assistants. several attorneys and expenses across the country are itemized, including printing and incidentals tied to the defense effort.
Washington lawyer Deel1-Maxweiliidgar testified in 1905 about a bid to stop a tax test lien against the International Harvester company. He said $1900 was offered to desist, purportedly from a lawyer named Tone who claimed to represent Clarence Darrow and A. Bancroft.
Portland court convicts Rev. W. Sandford, head of the Molycnost and Us roelety, of causing the death of six people aboard the Cerone yacht. He faces sentencing on December 1.
In New Orleans a Revenue cutter under Captain Davey was dispatched to seek a possible filibustering expedition near the Gulf coast. Rumors say the operation targets the Mexican government. Secret Service agents have received reports of the plan.
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