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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1911
Page
7
The Chicago market saw a sharp sellers panic in July wheat with prices plunging from near 46 1 2 cents to 45 1 4 cents before a brief rally. Reports said leading cash wheat holders sold and hedging maneuvers forced a heavy round of stop orders as the market swung and then steadied.
Wanahington June 13 The declaration of Henry George Jr in favor of single taxation and government ownership of railroads and the opposition of Representative Francis a democrat to any reduction of the duty on raw wool sparked Saturday's debate on the democratic wool tariff in the House. George urged sanction of the earned increment of value with a belief the country would move to public ownership of public utilities. Howay asked how the single taxation principle on land would affect the great railroad corporations.
A clipped summary notes a gubernatorial visit to Winthrop College and Lei ca Fa Shoska with none of the expected honors. Janet Woodward, acting chair, reports the event as unsigned by the governor and hints at a formal inquiry into the invitation process. The account suggests tension between officials and the campus during the visit.
A severe storm in New York leads to extensive damage across multiple neighborhoods. Emergency crews report downed power lines, damaged ferris wheel structures, and blocked roads as officials consider further safety measures.
Thomas C. Dawson of Council Bluffs will be sent as special ambassador to Venezuela to attend its centennial of independence. Dawson, minister to Panama, will voyage on a battleship with a party of attaches and naval aides. No other Iowan since the Civil War has been accorded this honor. Senator Cummins hosted Iowa delegates at dinner.
Des Moines June 12 Governor Carroll ends controversy over the judgeship by appointing Thomas Arthur of Logan to the vacancy caused by Judge Grean’s resignation who was elected to Congress. Arthur has been a long time candidate and is viewed as a strong party standpatter.
June 13 Hawarden reports a 70 foot fall injuring John Masort, a Hawarden Sand and Gravel worker stringing cables between towers. He sustained broken ribs multiple vertebrae a fractured hip and severe head injuries but is expected to recover with medical care in Big Sioux City.
In tin Iowa a June incident reports a propeller strike near a grave, with a fatal crash disrupting a ceremony. The event interrupts a public gathering as mourners flee and officials describe a tragic aviation accident tied to a memorial site.
Official canvass results for the Ninth District are reported with districts and names referenced. Electrical workers strike in Watering and surrounding areas demanding pay and work hours adjustments, while a New State federation official comments on the convention. A ruling affects a Chop Suey joint in Des Moines with date changes noted. A missing Alta businessman, George Ries, last seen leaving the lake area after years as a grain pusher, prompts searches and transportation inquiries.
Washington reports testimony before a House committee showing the American Sugar Refining Company concealed stock holdings. Atkins says New England interests seized control via limited stock, exposing Havemeyer's small stake at his death and a large overall company value.
Boston and Washington reports indicate support building for the Canadian reciprocity measure. President Taft telegraphed Chamber of Commerce his Chicago speech backing the Root amendment, while Senator Smoot forecast a likely Senate vote around July 16 or 17 with adjournment possible by late July.
A bystander was killed during a labor quarrel outside a factory as tensions rose between pickets and workers. One man, identified as a stranger, died from a heart wound amid the clash. Authorities charged a second man with disorderly conduct in connection with the incident.
An American team won the Intercollegiate Cup yesterday after a hard race across the river segment. Cavalry officers led the field before being overtaken. the final goal tally favored the Americans.
Washington June 12 Firemen and company officials reach a settlement ending a two week strike on the Southern railway. Both sides reportedly agree to terms and resume operations as talks concluded.
New York June 12 Bradstreets Saturday reports mixed business conditions with generally quiet activity and improving confidence. Textile and leather trades show limited demand while building trades remain slow. jobbers note between season activity and spring fabric sales. US and Canada business failures rise modestly. pig iron prices surge in London. cotton markets stay quiet as buyers delay purchases.
Taaventorth Kansas June 14 Carrie Nation died after months of ill health. She entered a local sanatorium January 16 seeking recovery from a mental breakdown. Doctors advised she was incurable and she died at the sanatorium. Relatives were telegraphed and visited but the patient could not be saved. Worries over a sale and finances were blamed for her decline and visitors faced restrictions during her illness.
A man killed his wife claiming an ugly dream convinced him she meant to leave him. The incident occurred after a night of alleged premonition and involved Marshall and others. The case references names and places including Rensselaer and Pittsfield as investigators followed the events through early 19th century records.
A shooting incident near a ride led to arrests and police involvement. Names and exact relations are unclear in the damaged text, but authorities report an ongoing investigation with parties connected to a local area and a wife reportedly linked to wealth. Further details remain unreadable.
Market report shows wheat prices slipping in Chicago as cash demand weakens. Traders cite limited speculative interest and export activity, with some support from hedging activity though overall prices trend lower.
Irene Mo June 10. A Chinese student at the University of Maine confessed today to shooting Christine Shaw on an Orono street last night. Shaw likely will recover after surgery. The student Lin Mao said he killed because of alleged mental torture and for being rejected after four years of acquaintance with Shaw, a university graduate and local teacher.
Pittsburg Kan June 10 Mrs J H Wayland wife of the editor of the Appeal to Reason published at Girard Kan died today from injuries from an automobile accident near Girard last night She rode with her husband two children and a visitor Mrs Clements Indiana The steering gear failed the car left the road struck a telephone pole and a ditch Her skull was fractured and she died after being unconscious Mrs Wayland 39 had worked in the Appeal to Reason office before marriage six years ago No other occupant was injured
Mrs Robina of Chicago speaking at a national conference of women’s trade union leagues urged union women to marry union men to secure economic and political gains for workers. She argued wages below 12 a week force women to neglect proper food and clothing until women win votes. She warned marriage to nonunion men could undermine union progress and that anti union pressure persists.
A Burlington County dealers group urged Governor Harman to sign a bill easing liquor access by misrepresenting age. The hearing drew reps from Burlington and Trenton. The governor refused, citing merit concerns, while temperance factions warned of weak convictions against dealers who sell to minors.
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