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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1909
Page
2
Lake Naivasha July 7 Theodor Roosevelt shoots a lion that lunged at him while cornered on Attenborough Bros land. Bullet to the heart confirms superb marksmanship as Kermit photographs the scene and the Roosevelts report good health and spirits.
In Spokane, Mrs Hanna Douglas of Los Angeles fails to overturn Hi ram L Douglas's 1853 Michigan marriage and 1890s Illinois divorce decree. The Washington Supreme Court rules the divorce voids her claim too late and awards the estate to George W Teller.
Spokane mayor Nelson B. Pratt declares that contractors on city street and sewer projects must pay labor at 2.75 dollars per day for eight hours. Violations may cancel bonds and bar future contracts. He urges unions to report underpayment and says he will seek redress in court. Several contractors already ordered to pay the difference.
The body of Ella Zisler of South Bend, drowned Monday with Herman Lindermann of Chicago, was recovered today along with Lindermann’s body near the dam.
The body of Earl McElgren of Sioux City Iowa was found lying in the street near the car tracks in Denver. Police believe he was murdered and a large sum of money he carried when leaving his room last night is missing. Wounds suggest not an automobile accident.
The eighth annual Epworth League session opened in Seattle on July 7 drawing an estimated 800 to 1000 visitors. Bishop Enderson will attend the afternoon devotional and city officials will be welcomed by the state. Senators Bristow and Jones and other clergy leaders spoke this morning ahead of the convention’s Monday closure.
Ella Gingles testified under redirect that an attorney urged her not to name Taggart unless forced by the state. She showed wrist scars from the February 16 incident and said she was drugged and left in a hotel bathroom. Witnesses describe prior injuries and torture by two women and a man. 23 wounds were found when she revived at a hospital.
In Washington on July 7 the capital endures heat and tariff talk while aviation fever grows. The Wright brothers perform ascensions at Fort Meyer drawing a patient crowd of senators and observers who note the scene despite sun and dust. The Wrights’ calm contrasts with the crowd and politicians who endure the wait.
Giuseppe Saducci, who killed Joe Sardate in Belfast in 1907, was electrocuted today in Auburn New York. He met his fate stoically and asked that his parents in Rome be informed and that they hear of his deep regret at his disgraceful end.
Corporal Crabtree, under close confinement, is charged with the murder of Captain Raymond. He attempted to kill himself by headbutting the wall of the guardhouse and was restrained by being chained to the door.
Honoring the Lake Champlain discovery the celebration moved to Plattsburg with Taft addressing the Catholic summer school at Cliff Haven. He toured Indigenous wigwams, reviewed dress parades, and spoke alongside Governors Hughes and Prouty and Ambassadors Jusser and Bryce. Bryce urged lasting peace and no new battlefields. Fireworks on the Saranac River preceded a hotel banquet in Taft’s honor. He proceeds to Burlington then Washington.
Washington July 7 The senate pressed the tariff bill toward a vote within hours as Aldrich signaled quick action. A rumor spread of tax tweaks in conference with a possible 1 percent cut to corporate tax and a higher inheritance tax. Bailey led opposition proposing the Bailey Cummins income tax amendment. Senators now debate amendments to be voted on separately before final passage.
A July report notes the Army secured 125000 for Fort Meade improvements including a wider flood damaged road, an embankment and retaining wall, a larger reservoir with 100 workers, and a new water system drawn from Forbes canyon. Additional funds fund brick barns with steel roofs and ongoing construction. Congress may elevate Fort Meade to regimental status per a bill by Congressman Martin, signaling growth and permanence for Sturgis and the post.
A rumor reports the Taitaville feud flaring again in St Joseph Missouri. Three people are dead and five are seriously wounded after fighting started last night and continued into morning. Clyde Hatfield was killed a week earlier, and the feud has simmered since then.
The Epworth League international convention opened in Seattle with sermons by Bishops Edwin H. Hughes and H. W. Warren and Rev John A. Doyle of Regina Saskatchewan. Senator Bristow also spoke as Bishop Warren planned to address attendees later. Rev Baker of the National Anti Saloon League slated to give the principal address this evening on Christ in Present Day Reform.
A fleet of 50 boats from Kansas City and St Joseph assists flood victims in Pattonsburg Missouri. People are removed from housetops and trees to higher ground where tents and medical care are arranged. Provisions arrive and doctors attend the suffering as the crest of the flood is believed past and water depth ranges from six to ten feet.
E C Johnson of the Gertie tin mine in Hill City reports strong prospects for a tariff on tin after efforts by Senator Gamble and Senator Crawford. The Senate Finance Committee initially declined on tin duty, but the whole committee later supported the amendment. If Tin reaches the free list and is approved, it could boost Black Hills tin output as mills near readiness expand capacity. Senator Gamble and Mr Johnson receive credit for persistent advocacy.
The third trial in the Snell case began in Dewitt county circuit court. The judge said a jury will take days to pick. Richard Snell disinherited his son and the plaintiff plans to offer sensational testimony. Love letters from the elder Snell likely won't be admitted at this late stage. The courtroom was full as proceedings started. The young Snell claims his father was duped by women after his money.
Aberdeen July 8 Emil Victor a Rudolph farm hand employed by John Morrow was held awaiting court action after a coroner s jury found he likely took part in the murders of J W Christie, his wife Mildred and 15 year old Michael Ronayne. The case involves a watch jewelry and a debate over a gun ownership, with tensions of possible lynching and ongoing inquest updates.
Guerdon W. Wattles of Omaha delivered the principal address on Missouri River improvements from a business point of view. Governor Burke of North Dakota urged unity to utilize the waterway and all possible advantages for commerce and development.
Washington July senate passes corporation tax amendment with slight opposition. The measure was agreed upon in committee of the whole last Friday.
Mrs Sophia Staber wife of a wealthy importer was shot dead early today by a burglar she found in the house. Her son George grappled with the intruder who fired at the woman and fled with a companion. In their flight they fired to deter pursuit. George recovered a pistol and fired, with belief he wounded one burglar.
Gustave J. Krauz age 56 tied his 9 year old son to a bedpost and beat his wife with a rifle until she was unconscious. He then shot himself with his toe and died instantly. The son escaped and the wife remains in serious condition.
In Chicago a July 8 hearing in the Gingles case opened with defense support for Ella Gingles. Landlady Lindeman corroborated parts of the girl's account and described her condition after the hotel incident with wet hair and bleeding injuries. Witnesses reported rope fragments and pleas for mercy as the defense plans to bring club women to bolster the testimony.
Kansas City reports Pattonsburg, Missouri, under ten feet of water with residents on roofs and several drownings. Chief Snow sent rowboats by special train for relief while St Joseph also dispatched aid as water rises. A Wabash section crew on the Crand River bridge is missing, suspected drowned in the floods.
The Lake Champlain tercentenary celebration at Fort Ticonderoga opened with William H. Taft as the central figure. Frank Camergeans oversaw the program and parade featuring history floats. Vice President Sherman Governors Hughes and Prouty Ambassadors Bryce and Jusser attended along with New York and Vermont legislators.
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