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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1915
Page
6
Shipping disruptions in Europe slow trade as rail strikes challenge economies. United Nations discussions on climate finance advance with high level delegations from major economies. In the Americas a drought affects farming regions, while a new tech hub attracts investment in urban centers.
The report lists four ships sunk by German submarines or mines, totaling 84 vessels sunk since February 18. It notes Ruth, a British freighter, sank in the North Sea with all 16 crewmen rescued, while Berlin claims gains against the Allies and new Austrian terms approach.
Secretary Daniels states the US Navy is larger better equipped and in better condition than ever and that the fleet becomes more efficient each month. President Wilson will skip the Southern Commercial congress in Muskogee Oklahoma April 26 to 29. Wilson speaks on China and moral forces at a Potomac Presbytery meeting in Washington. Joel Stebbins of Illinois earns the Draper gold medal for stellar brightness measurement.
Chicago moves toward a municipal flag pending aldermanic approval. Alderman Kearns introduces an ordinance to appoint a commission to choose a design symbolizing civic spirit and progress. Suggestions include an orange field with red river branches and sunflowers, or a seal adaptation.
Fire in Indianapolis at the Premier Motor Manufacturing plant on Georgia and Shelby streets caused about 50000 dollars in damage. Night watchman Allen Cox was seriously burned trying to summon help as flames raged for over two hours.
A group of New York society pioneers from the Aero Club of America aims to commute by airplane this summer. Members include Vincent Astor Bob Collier J Stuart Blackton William K Vanderbilt Jr Devereux Milburn and others with estates along the Sound. They will use a club landing spot at Seventy second Street and the East River near the Automobile Club of America garage.
Edgar S. Aldridge, a police headquarters clerk in Grand Rapids Michigan, keeps a pet cockroach that lives in floor and window crevices. The insect greets him on duty with a hissing call and antennae quiver in welcome, while hiding when others work.
In Russiaville two boys before Judge Purdum admit they skip school and steal chickens to fund slot machine play. A deputy sheriff rushed to locate machines but they vanished ahead of his arrival as owners moved them, some dumping them in haymows and cisterns.
The Indiana State Nurses association holds its twelfth semiannual convention at First M. E. church April 29 and 30. Reports open Tuesday, with talks on The Nurse as Teacher and Public Health Work in Terre Haute, followed by an automobile ride and banquet. Friday covers business and Eclampsia talk, with an organ recital.
Alonzo Deeds is on trial in Spencer circuit court for the July 17 1909 killing of Edward Bell. Deeds fled Indiana traveling through the northwest staying briefly in each place before returning, was arrested in Illinois, and pleads self defense. The two men had previous trouble and were in a wagon with friends when the killing occurred. a special thirty man jury was drawn for the case.
John Brockway, 47, of Wabash township, died of erysipelas in Rockville on April 26. A Republican elected last November to represent the Second district, he would have assumed office in January 1916. He was married and a successful farmer, survived by his widow, his mother, and one brother.
Indianapolis April 26 The Indiana Poster Advertising Association arranges its annual convention at the Hotel Evering on May 10. Strong fight over dean tins posting noted.
A brief chat notes that London has an automobile museum and suggests the U S should have one too. The joke centers on cars performing funny tricks, making the place amusing and entertaining for visitors.
Thick lovely hair may come from shampoos with Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment on dandruff spots. A clean scalp means good hair. Try these emollients for scalp trouble and sample them free by mail with a postcard to Cuticura, Dept XY, Boston. Sold everywhere.
In Yonkers a witty exchange appears in the Statesman as Jill retorts to Bill over life insurance. The quick quip Not on your life frames a public dialogue reflecting local concerns and humor.
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