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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1919
Page
1
An Italian earthquake in northern Tuscany wrecked ancient buildings including two third century towers and the Crocifiss church. Tremors continue as 100 bodies are recovered and many remain under debris. Eighty four shocks were recorded.
The March taiwan incident in the French concession at Tien Tsin draws continued attention as the Japanese authorities have not yet apologized to the State Department. Acting Secretary Phillips says the affair is not closed until Japan offers apology to the State Department and pledges prevention of a recurrence.
The Foreign Relations Committee is to investigate Mexican affairs following a resolution by Senator King Utah. He cites hundreds of injuries to Americans not yet resolved by the Mexican government and seeks authority for the probe.
Copenhagen dispatch says division of German government troops occupied Hamburg without opposition. The dispute centered on bad food conditions as the occupation began in July.
A Geneva dispatch reports that Bela Kun, Hungarian red dictator, narrowly escaped death when an assassin missed. The witness notes the assassin’s poor aim saved Kun's life in Budapest.
London July 1 A Central News dispatch from Berlin reports last week's fighting in Hamburg between Spartacists and government troops left 545 dead and damage totaling 1 million marks.
Republican senator Bran degee says he will quit the party if the United States joins the league of nations. He argues such action would mock the flag and shift toward neutral internationalism, urging the country to preserve independence and mind its own business. He predicts Democrats will fail to turn the league into a partisan issue. He cites George Washington as a model for America.
Washington reports July marks the first day of prohibition under the new law as temperance efforts spread nationwide with strict observance noted. Citizens and officials comment on early compliance and the federal crackdown on alcohol.
On arrival from France President Wilson will be met by the full Atlantic fleet, with tentative plans announced at the White House. George Washington arrival time unknown but expected Monday, as Secretary Tumulty communicates with Rear Admiral Grayson to learn docking details.
In low land areas natural gas rich marsh water is used in a simple plant. A well draws soil water to a gas generator, releasing gas stored for home cooling heating and lighting. Once installed at a stand, it costs nothing and the gas quality is claimed to be good.
A reader notes the simultaneous display of waxy white orange blossoms and ripe fruit on Florida trees. The writer explains oranges take nearly a year to mature, so the blossoms seen now foretell next year’s harvest.
Nine people die and 43 are injured in a rear end crash at Dunkirk New York when Train No 7 hits a stalled No 41 after repairs. The engineer is absolved of blame and a tramp’s body is found nearby believed to have disturbed brake valves.
Berlin reports that Mathias Erzberger head of the German armistice commission sent a note to General Dugues against the alleged internment of German men and women over 17 in Poland. He threatens reprisals.
London reports the Express says the allies hope to raise the blockade of Germany on Saturday.
A daring feat on a 25 story New York roof sees Dare Devil Reynolds balance on tilted chairs and juggle three balls above Broadway. In a separate court update Judge Griffith convicts Samuel Hill John Lotz and Frank Dewar of unlawful liquor possession. He imposes fines and prison terms suspended on good behavior and urges reform and lawful conduct under new federal and state alcohol laws.
Marcus Rogers granted divorce from Clara Rogers on cruel treatment. Emerson Lemen reports final guardianship for Lawrence Buckner, who reached majority and served in the army. Eleven year old Herbert Wilson gets suspended sentence for railroad signal tampering. Lutz vs Lats partition case not tried. relatives compromised on a 130 acre Clark county farm valued over 150000. Guardians appointed for Irene Huber and Lawrence Scott. Judge Weber of Elyria visits Jefferson. former Ohio congressman noted.
Helen Cottom, 10, daughter of Wallace and Lillian Cottom of Indianapolis, suffered a left hip fracture and facial injuries after being struck by a Minnesota streetcar on Buchanan Virginia avenue. She died soon after at the city hospital. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. at the residence with burial in Memorial Park.
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