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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1913
Page
2
A chaotic summary of science, industry, and society topics. Reports on injuries from concrete, metal recovery values, a child prodigy blacksmith in England, and a Greek king's hobby. Also mentions railway gauge standardization, new machines, electric curfews, and woolly topics from Canada to Italy.
Calumet Michigan August 1 militias intensify after revelations of alleged dynamite plots during the copper miners strike. Troops increase strength, Third infantry hospital corps used as reserve cavalry, Battery A to reinforce posts, dynamite arrests reported, shops reopen on Tri Mountain and nearby mines, Tamarack shaft pumps started, Hecla Torch Lake line suspended.
Washington voices debate as Bryan condemns foreign meddling in Mexico and officials weigh a nonpartisan provisional president. Ambassador Wilson may testify to the House Foreign Affairs Committee to clarify U S policy on Huerta and a possible binding election.
Los Angeles reports Lenn Dias, candidate for president of Mexico, arrived Wednesday as a suspected Mexican envoy to Japan. He said circumstances now make it unclear where he will go or when, following his arrival from Mexico City. The message may relate to Huerta's reported plan to recall him from the so called social mission.
A aid organization provides transportation assistance to those unable to pay for travel to the Bry House for safety and care. The note notes the need to aid individuals in reaching essential services.
Denver hosts a visit by Navy figure Josephus for the state anniversary inaugural events. The guest will participate in city celebrations marking Colorado's 37th year of statehood.
Fire that began late last night wiped out the Flory Manufacturing plant except for one small building. The Flory Milling company mill and grain elevator were also burned. Total losses are estimated at 760000 dollars.
A 12 year old girl, Busan Lang, shot herself after accusing her mother of preferring dogs over her. In Fordhawe the scene left the girl blind due to optic nerve damage. Police read a four page letter in which the child pleads for mercy and explains fear and punishment, while Mrs Laenoncoute says she had rebuked Busan but loved her and was never cruel.
Treasury Secretary McAdoo and President Wilson push a government loan plan to ease currency contraction and aid moving crops in the south and west. Banks will share deposits to finance agricultural movement while officials study supporting measures and Congress weighs the policy.
Secretary McAdoo announces a plan to divert 60 million dollars to ease money tightness during the crop moving season. He will accept prime commercial paper and government bonds as security for deposits, with deposits placed at national banks to back crop movement while banks maintain 40 percent of authorized circulation.
A man was shot twice last night after an alleged dispute involving a father accusing Gramimus of harming his daughter. Detectives have not yet located the shooter BE Joe, who was last seen at the bos where the incident occurred.
Washington August 1 The United States Department of Agriculture announced at noon that the condition of the sewing cotton crop on July 25 stood at 79.6 percent of a normal crop.
Mrs. Clara Melcher of Vienna, owner of a laundry, tested by U S immigration inspector Charles Connell, presses alleged claims against Prince Stanislaus Buluowski. The prince and his bride Miss Marie Louise Freese, daughter of a retired millionaire, reportedly left the country after a sensational proposed settlement. The case hinges on federal law prohibiting importation of women.
Daniel H. Tolman once ran a chain of money lending offices in major cities. Judge Gnichtel fined him 1000 dollars and ordered three years probation, warning that any further lending across the United States or Canada would trigger arrest and imprisonment. Tolman, 61, of Montclair, earned the nickname King of the Loan Sharks through his wide activities.
Spokane reports the Northwestern league club purchased Jetey Pitcher Peters from the Omaha Western league club for $1000. The deal confirms Peters will join the local roster, signaling a midseason roster upgrade.
A large crowd gathered in Cedar Rapids as a local citizen suit sought to halt Sunday baseball. The case named 12 prominent individuals including a commercial secretary and an assistant city attorney, with defendants accused of participating in an assembly.
Milwaukee mayor declares women may wear any swimsuit at public beaches as long as modesty is preserved and attire covers at least as much as men's. The ruling applies to all beachgoers, with emphasis on non hindrance of activities and proper decorum.
Washington reports the Interstate Commerce Commission will take five to seven years to value U S railroads. A corps of about 60,000 miles across five districts will cost the government 10 to 15 million dollars, with yearly field work near 2 million and additional accounting and office costs. The commission seeks 1.6 million dollars now to organize the corps and hopes to begin next year.
Berlin Aug 1 Court-martial probes bribery amid arms contracts as four ordnance lieutenants Tilihan Hirat Hogue and Schleuder face charges of betraying military secrets and accepting bribes. Krupps representatives seized papers and 20 reporters attend open hearing. The officers testified that leaks could have harmed national defense though they argued no criminal intent.
Maud Patton 22 of Irvine charged with shooting Reuben Todd a wealthy merchant after he wed another woman. Todd's marriage provoked the alleged act, and Patton was indicted by a grand jury for willful murder.
Chicago July 31 Ella Plage Young superintendent of Chicago public schools announced she would remain in her post after friction with some board members. The board previously rejected her resignation by vote of the newly organized body.
In Chicago a search is underway for Lee White a Negro laborer linked to the murder of 11 year old Bennie Hal klein. Two of White's friends were arrested and held as authorities investigate the site where the boy's body was found by Ella Wright whose house White fled from.
Philadelphia reports complaints about the Oklahoma boosters touring the country in a gaudily furnished private car selling town lots. They allegedly collected large sums with zero down and monthly payments, triggering government warrants and a hearing next Monday.
In San Francisco a two month wage schedule dispute between Southern Pacific and the Order of Railway Telegraphers and allied unions faces a delicate standoff. Conductors and trainmen report 40 percent ready to strike over pay, promotion, and seniority on electric lines, with mediation sought but no immediate decision expected.
Detectives from three agencies swarm a coastal cottage colony where residents fear a gem theft. Rumney and Hanan homes lost jewelry worth thousands as authorities probe a guest list of old friends amid whispered tips and rival agencies shadowing each other.
Train No. 664 arriving from Ford stalled 40 minutes near Dodge City as grasshoppers clogged the rails. Wind blew dead hoppers onto the track and blocked wheels causing the engine to slip. crew cleared the rails and resumed movement after removing the pests.
Charles Ballum a 24 year old lineman for the State Telegraphy company was electrocuted while repairing lines in Sioux Falls South Dakota. He was found dead on a cross arm with a wire across and 2300 volts passing through his body. His home was Redwood Falls Minnesota and he had moved to Sioux Falls recently.
A telegram from Tacoma reports Joho Vey formerly of Lyman County died after injuries from a train wreck in Tacoma. Harvey and the children had recently left to join him on the coast and likely arrived the same day he was hurt. The message notes Clair Reus was widely known in the area.
London announces Britain will not participate in the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition in San Francisco. Officials cite no reasons, but discussion centers on tolls for the Panama Canal and a possible clash with British free trade policy.
Mass meetings at Houghton and Hancock send resolutions to Governor Ferris demanding troop withdrawal and an impartial investigation of conditions. They accuse operators of refusing talks on hours wages and argue troops enable resistance to workers rights in the copper country. The operators’ reply to Ferris’ conference request is en route to Lansing.
In Fouter Nebraska on August 1 a saloon fight between Hugh Van Buskirk a local driver and Joseph McWhorter a wealthy farmer escalated when McWhorter drew a knife. Proprietor John Frel joined the fray on horseback driving spectators from the room as the quarrel raged.
Louise Charles Paulin Pussy a father of the chamber of deputies and eminent archaeologist died in Gisors France today. He was a monarchist and had been a member of the chamber of deputies since the foundation of the third republic. He was related to the late Frederic Pussy the peace advocate.
A deadly heat wave in Milwaukee Wisconsin July 1 caused one fatality and several prostrations as the town endured extreme temperatures and related illnesses.
In Cincinnati Ohio on July 11 Mob erigan of Vancouver Washington was elected Supreme trustee of the Loyal Order of Moose. The organization announced other officers and named Milwaukee as next year’s convention site.
Samuel D. Haines of Detroit testified in a Joliet courtroom regarding the case of James L. Ibbima. The July 2 proceedings involved lingering questions about loyalty to wartime service and conflicting witness statements, with defense and prosecution presenting key points.
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