21 Jan 1916
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1916
Page
1
Northern Illinois endures sweeping flood damage as communities battle rising waters and casualties. Reports describe widespread destruction, rescue efforts, and strained city services across multiple towns.
Steady rains melt snow and ice transforming creeks into raging torrents. Floodwaters surge across farmland as ice jams form and debris clogs streams raising the risk of further property damage. Nearby communities brace for rising levels and potential evacuation orders.
The town of Sumter South Carolina leads in municipal reform by adopting a city manager plan run like a corporation. The system places a board of directors in charge who hire a capable manager, aiming for professional administration and efficiency.
Rain and colder tonight. Saturday snow and very cold with strong northwest winds. Minnesota sees snow and a cold wave, while the lunar area remains unsettled with rain or snow and colder conditions. Earlier readings show widespread precipitation, with heavier totals around Chicago and Keokuk.
A severe storm drenched Chicago with nearly two inches of rain, flooding streets and causing hazardous conditions. A man drowned in the Vermillion River as waters rose and residents faced road closures and power outages. Police and emergency crews searched low-lying areas while officials warned night travelers to seek shelter.
Flood peril rose along the Fox River valley with bridges feared to collapse. In northern Illinois floods killed one and left thousands homeless as the Illinois and other rivers swelled to abnormal levels. Rain and melting ice drove torrents that swept away homes while forecasts warned of potential further damage amid expected colder temperatures.
Mrs. Ollie Pierce of 921 Grove Street suffered possible internal injuries after a car driven by Dr. J L Callahan struck as she boarded a street car with a two year old in her arms. The baby was bruised. Dr Callahan denied contact and said she slipped and fell.
Washington rumors circulate that Secretary of War William H. Garrison may resign due to ill health and army reform failures. Close associates dismiss the claims, noting his vigor and intent to continue if advised by his physician.
The House today approved a 12 million dollar urgent deficiency bill. It includes a 2 million dollar emergency appropriation for the Alaska railroad and 300 thousand dollars for combatting citrus canker.
Germany prepares message at Berlin Foreign Office amid interchanges as tensions rise over the Lusitania issue. Officials indicate a formal note will address core disputes and seek a swift resolution to the crisis.
Berlin reports Germany preparing final Lusitania note promising indemnity for American deaths and renewed regret. The key clause would guarantee future safety of neutrals on belligerent ships and promise warning before torpedoes. Acknowledges neutrals were warned by German notices in Washington newspapers.
Milwaukee freight conductor Lester Parnell on the Dubuque division was badly injured yesterday afternoon at Bellevue Iowa and is reported to have lost a leg. He makes his home in Dubuque.
Washington reports two nations draw world attention Sweden and Spain. U S interests rise as Sweden presses to unite against British blockade and mail interferences while Spain engages in large arms purchases here. Allied diplomats monitor Spain’s internal and external moves as Spanish agents buy weapons.
At the National Security congress Washington on January 21 three speakers challenged the administration’s merchant marine and naval program. George Von L Meyer former secretary of the navy said the plan lacks a brain. Charles G Curtis urged more ships and argued private construction is cheaper due to government bookkeeping errors. P H W Ross National Marine League president called for an adequate merchant marine owned and manned by Americans.
City officials refuse to commit to paying $500 to join a rate fight as Mahoney ends his opposition. The mayor balks at the proposed expenditure and the plan to enlist the city in the dispute faces hesitation and uncertainty.
A Buenos Aires style line in La Crosse details an offer of a bond by the Manufacturers and Jobbers club committee to indemnify city officials if trouble arises over paying the city’s membership in the shippers association. Mayor Bentley and City Attorney Higbee have not approved tapping the treasury. The group seeks to avoid personal liability claims by securing a bond, while Alderman Mahoney’s stance shifted but does not yet compel payment.
Meagre reports from Winkelman Arizona say a flood partly wiped out the locality with probable four deaths. Rescue work is perilous as strong currents hinder operations. Over a hundred people are homeless and fifteen marooned on high ground face danger of being swept away as floods in southern California subside.
Albany January 21 Gov Whitman dismissed John B Riley as state superintendent of prisons on misconduct in the office. The action ends the Riley Osborne controversy and removes the longtime prison chief from his post.
The Minnesota Supreme Court upheld the state oil inspection law in a test suit against Battle's Oil Co to recover inspection fees. The ruling favors the state, reinforcing authority to collect inspection charges.
Two New York delegates Harvey Stork and Charley Shea were nabbed from a box car in Pennsylvania and jailed for six months. Dr. James Eads How, hobo leader, arrived and urged the magistrate to release them as convention attendance in St. Louis begins January 25.
After two days of bombardment an Anglo-French squadron silenced the forts at Porto Lagos and landed troops on Bulgarian soil. Land forces destroyed gun emplacements and withdrew to ships after meeting a superior Bulgarian force. Navy likely part of De Robek Dardanelles squadron. Reconnaissance at Porto Lagos may precede a larger landing. Salonika reports say Dedegatch damage but Bulgarian war office lists no casualties.
La Grosse urges reduction of Southern Iron rates in a public appeal. Officials and local residents react as talks unfold. The move aims to ease freight costs and boost regional industry amid ongoing tariff debates.
The La Crosse Shippers' association filed petitions with the Interstate Commerce Commission seeking rate readjustments on beer shipments from La Crosse to Albert Lea Minnesota pig iron rates from southern points and oil shipments from Lawrenceville Illinois The filing follows a prior general cut that left La Crosse rates unchanged and aims for proportional reductions The action was explained by S J Bolton who noted the cases involve rate constructions and impact a limited group of shippers in La Crosse
Judge A. J. Philips of West Salem marked his eighty second birthday by hitching his mare for a drive to Banzo to visit Mrs. Co. W. McKenzie, who is also eighty two. The outing highlights a quiet celebration with long lived neighbors and familiar routines.
Berlin reports conflict over an Anglo French ultimatum to Greece with claims of rejection by King Constantine and denials from Berliner Tageblatt and Vossische Zeitung. London reports say Sofia and Athens dispatches show no ultimatum, while the British foreign office maintains uncertainty about the claim.
Montenegrin army withdraws toward Scutari Albania pursued by Austrians. Essad Pasha forces arrive to join the retreat and clashes persist. King Nicholas appeals to allies in Paris asking for immediate aid including food artillery and ammunition.
New York January 21 England has dampened American dreams of financial leadership as sterling exchange rises to its highest since 1915. Wall Street financiers say the Bank of England has outmaneuvered the United States by flooding Wall Street with American securities after the Anglo French loan proceeds.
C. M. Todd head of a St. Paul detective agency was alive today in Bridewell hospital after swallowing bichloride in his cell yesterday. Local authorities report he is under treatment as police investigate the incident.
A developing report claims the villain remains at large despite an initial capture announcement. Authorities caution that conflicting information is being investigated and public safety advisories may follow.
Eighteen Villista bandits were executed at Chihuahua City for participating in the Santa Ysabel massacre of Americans, according to Carranza advices. Details of the executions were not released. Mexican Consul Andres Garcia in El Paso said he had no confirmation or denial of Villa's capture.
El Paso reported rumors that General Francisco Villa was captured by Mexican forces near Chihuahua City and that others were executed. Conflicting signals from General Herrera and Mexican officials left confirmation uncertain as revolts and violence continue, with claims of executions tied to the Santa Isabel massacre.
Amsterdam January 21 Kaiser Wilhelm hinted at an early Turco German campaign against Egypt in a Nish address. He noted challenges from enemies who envy Germany and Austria and praised allied loyalty while signaling upcoming action. He also decorated Czar Ferdinand of Bulgaria and Crown Prince Boris.
San Francisco January 21 Federal officials indicate the international operating headquarters of Black Handers is believed located in San Francisco as part of a national investigation. Evidence has been presented to the federal grand jury. Six murders and Black Hand extortion of about $200000 plus bomb explosions are reported to have been uncovered in the inquiry.
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