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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1914
Page
1
Archduke Franz Ferdinand and wife were killed by an assassin in Sarajevo. A bomb had exploded minutes earlier, narrowly missing them, before a mob frenzy was quelled as the attacker was captured and the shooter saved from the crowd by police.
The report describes a slain heir to the throne as a real strong man who pressured aggressive policy and fueled Servian hatred of rule. It notes his assassination might alter Servian ambitions to gain a port on the Adriatic after the war.
Horror at the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand and his wife Overshadows fears of a broader European crisis The Serbs resist further Austrian absorption in Bosnia and Herzegovina. German influence over Austria-Hungary’s heir may grow as Franz Joseph faces further shocks Vienna reports martial law in Sarajevo as investigators probe the plot with the emperor arriving amid a massive public demonstration
Archduke Francis Ferdinand and his wife Sophie were killed in Sarajevo after a bomb failed to stop their parade. A student fired at the royal party wounding both, as mobs rioted and Serbian businesses were destroyed amid the unrest.
It was announced today that Franz Ferdinand will not lie in the imperial crypt at Capuchin Church Vienna. Archdukes and Countess of Hohenberg to be interred together in the private crypt of Amstetten Castle overlooking the Danube.
Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie are believed killed in Vienna by a bomb and gunfire. Riots and mob violence threaten Serbs as officials report multiple deaths and the bodies are prepared for transport aboard Austrian ships to Trieste.
Berlin reports Kaiser Wilhelm and high officials left Kiel after news of Archduke Francis Ferdinand and wife’s assassination in Sarajevo. He ordered yacht races to continue and appeared aged and careworn. Berlin press editorially says the act robs Germany of its strongest friend.
Authorities hold two suspects in the royal pair murder case, denying a plot but asserting deep rooted Servian animosity fueled the event. The bomb thrower is identified as Gabri novica, a Servian compositor, while the shooter is Gavric Princip. Continued on Page 6.
The mayor emphasizes the La Crosse weeklong joint Home-Coming Fourth of July and Made-in-La-Crosse celebration as the city’s greatest entertainment effort. He urges civic pride, parade participation, beautification, visitor hospitality, and broad cooperation to ensure a memorable event for residents and guests.
Heir apparent to the Austrian throne, Archduke Franz Ferdinand, and his wife Duchess Sophie of Hohenberg, died in her arms. Sophie was countess of Chotek before her morganatic marriage. Ferdinand swore not to elevate her to the throne and to renounce succession for their children.
Mayor Ori J. Sorensen ordered the arrest of hypnotist The Great Newella on charges of inhuman treatment of a subject aboard a bicycle during an endurance contest. After a city hall conference officials explained the case while Newella agreed to awaken the subject and have charges dropped, with humane officer D C Dewey assisting. District Attorney D S Law advised returning in the afternoon as city machinery moved.
High water behind the partially completed coffer dam across the Mississippi at St. Paul broke the structure at 2 35 p m. a twenty foot wall of water races downstream. The dam was part of government works. Rivermen say flooding will do little damage by the time it reaches La Crosse, spreading over sloughs north of the city. Flood expected to reach St. Paul in 24 to 30 hours.
A fire originating from an overheated smoke house at the Morris and Co meat packing plant caused about 50000 dollars in damage and endangered the market area in Cleveland Ohio early today.
Ministers protest a city council decision extending saloon hours until 2 AM. They urge Mayor Sorensen to use executive power to rescind the action, arguing it insults the celebration purpose and harms the city.
Mayor Ori J. Sorensen and Police Chief John B. Webber held a morning conference after pastors protested. They stated saloons would not receive after hours leeway despite past practices during fair week and events. Saloons may stay open until 1 o'clock tonight.
Hundreds of visitors fill La Crosse churches for a citywide homecoming weekend. N T Burke, charter member of St Pauls Universalist, attends at the St Pauls Universalist church. A special service at Universalist church features Rev Dr L Ward Brigham formerly of La Crosse and now Chicago pastor. Automobiles help bring elderly members to services and a pulpit reception follows the day.
Hundreds visit the Made in La Crosse displays in city store windows over the weekend. Farmers rally planned for Friday with a reception at city hall and Pettibone park. Dr. H. Clay Evenson leads events including Market square entertainment and a grand civic parade at 7 30 pm. Weather will decide farmers attendance as moving pictures are planned for week’s end.
Minsters of La Crosse decry city council action allowing saloons to stay open until 2 am during homecoming week. The letter, sent to Mayor Ori J. Sorensen, urges rescinding the decision as contrary to the week’s spirit and city sentiment. Seven pastors signed. Rev. J. E. Watson clarifies it is not the pastors union’s protest.
Lieut. Gov. Thomas Morris, a senator candidate, will headline the monster Fourth of July celebration at Myrick park, with speaking to begin around 11 30. William E. Wolfe will preside, announced by A H Schubert who runs the speakers program. Schubert also says John F Doherty will introduce Governor McGovern at Wednesday meeting.
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