26 Jan 1911
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1911
Page
1
A dramatic note reports that greed and folly have led to the collapse of shipping efforts today. Authorities warn of broader market consequences as crews assess losses and resources are diverted to salvage operations.
Senator Shively denounces ship subsidy as waste and blames ancient navigation laws for shrinking the American merchant marine. He cites Gallinger ocean mail service as failing to boost cargo or speed, highlighting higher costs for American vessels and the restriction on foreign built ships in U.S. registry.
Sacramento leaders say the California Supreme Court decision granting Abe Ruef a rehearing on his retrial strengthens support for a constitutional amendment to recall judges. Senate leaders call the Ruef ruling timely and predict the recall measure will pass with little opposition as administration backers push the initiative referendum and recall proposal.
In Albany on January 26 the Senate deadlock persists with Sheehan holding 82 votes of 95 needed. The religious issue arising from a Catholic bishop’s attack on “know nothingism” fuels bitterness between camps. Insurgents say they backed Irish Catholic candidates, complicating the race and potentially affecting the final choice of senator.
In Charleston on January 26 the House defeated Delegate Moore's resolution for a joint inquiry into bribery allegations in the Watson and Chilton U S Senate election by party votes. A Democrat Seibert proposed a milder measure to appoint two senators and three debaters as a committee to start the investigation immediately.
In Wheeling on January 26 1920 jurors deliberated about seven hours without verdict in the case of Mrs John O Schenk accused of poisoning her husband. A juror noted for holding out for conviction asked to hear testimony from Florence Coleman leading to a court transcription of notes. Prosecution and defense comments suggested a verdict may be reached only after continued deliberation with possible no verdict.
In Victoria British Columbia a provincial legislature debate is expected after a resolution condemning the Japanese government for the recent execution of twelve socialists in Tokyo. The measure also notes Britain's alliance with a government deemed barbaric.
The body of the late Mary Baker G Eddy was permanently interred in Mt. Auburn cemetery this afternoon in Boston. A small crowd attended the private ceremony marking her burial.
Announcement that Harry Taggart will box Bob Fitzsimmons in a three round exhibition at the Majestic after the second show tomorrow night. Fitzsimmons says the display will be scientific and free of rough ring atmosphere, an opportunity for ladies to view a refined exhibition.
Businessmen in Memphis led by Confederate veterans aim to hold a national reunion of blue and gray veterans next September. A letter from Congressman Geo W Gordon approves the idea. W C Duttlinger chairs a committee to plan and secure rail rates with a $50 000 fund to cover veterans needs. A parade would pair top leaders of both organizations. This would be the first general reunion of the north and south.
The Lanesboro Leader reverts to progressive Republican advocacy after lease by G. E. Dorival and A. M. Olstad. Founded thirteen years ago by O. M. Levang, it previously opposed Congressman Tawney and later shifted to a reactionary stance after 1999 sale.
Tegucigalpa report says government forces defeated the revolutionary army in the San Antonio area. Insurgent leader Colonel Velasquez is believed killed. Officials greet the victory with relief.
Walter S. Woods drafted plans for a new downtown baseball park on the east side of the La Crosse causeway between the north and south sides. The park would be 400 by 600 feet, on land owned by N C Bachellor and the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railway, with potential donation of land and $3,500 required to fill. If built it would flood in winter for skating and could attract more fans, linking the north and south sides. The plan awaits park commission approval as meetings continue and stockholders prepare for the coming season.
Five English travelers left London by auto for Capetown and plan to drive the length of Africa to Cairo. A German party will follow in about two weeks by a similar route. The trip covers 5800 miles and is expected to take 12 days.
Delegates at the United Mine Workers convention in Columbus clash over how to handle strikes. The Lewis faction backs strong centralized control while the Feehan contingent supports local consent for suspensions. A contentious amendment sought to require strike terminations only with consent of striking miners and district officers.
Paris January 26 Roger Sommer set an aviation record by flying 13 miles with six aboard on a Farman biplane Douzy to Romilly and back. Two passengers rode astride the skids as Sommer, five passengers, and fuel weighed about 1,000 pounds.
Announcement on the reciprocity treaty with Canada is expected this afternoon in Ottawa and Washington. The agreement reportedly recommends a reduction in the duty on wood pulp and pulp wood used for making print paper, a measure considered almost certain.
Frank Gotch world's champion wrestler failed to throw Henry Ordeman in the prescribed fifteen minutes and forfeited $100 at a Minneapolis match on January 26.
A second postponement of J A D McCurdy's planned aeroplane flight from Key West to Havanna occurred early today due to high winds making flight impossible.
Nebraskan Rep Hitchcock blasts delays in Ballinger-Pinchot committee reports. He accuses secrecy circling the files and demands a Rules Committee investigation to determine why the documents were not referred to Agriculture until weeks after filing. Speaker Cannon objects as Hitchcock presses for action. James of Kentucky defends the move.
The Supreme Court weighs jail sentences for Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Frank Morrison of the American Federation of Labor in the Bucks Store and Range company contempt cases. A pivotal labor law question unfolds in Washington January 26 as the justices review possible penalties for the leaders.
London Jan 26 Sir Charles Dilke aged 68 liberal member of parliament and prominent mine owner died today of heart failure. He held numerous government posts and his political career was his main public claim to fame though his earlier life was shadowed by controversy.
In St Paul Minnesota a mass meeting rumor says clerks may back a move to disregard Roosevelt gag law and form a railway mail clerks union. Norman Perkins denies government probes while noting mail congestion in South Dakota as the clerks await Saturday night meeting. Congressman Martin supports clerks amid criticism of division leadership as western papers demand reforms.
In Des Moines Iowa January 26 the senatorial deadlock persists with Funk making a small gain. Ballot shows Porter Democrat 53 Funk Progressive Republican 35 Kenyon 34 Young 34 Garst 1.
Threatening weather with a cold wave is expected tonight in Minnesota. Friday should be fair but much colder, with light rain or snow shifting to light snow in scattered stations. The eastern half shows rising then falling temperatures, while the west remains generally colder under a high pressure pattern.
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