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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1911

Page

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Russia Angered by Sulzer Resolution Spars With Russia

Washington scene as the Sulzer resolution drawing final language protests from Russia. Ambassador Bakhtemelte and Secretary Knox meet the president after a White House conference. Senators seek modification while cautious diplomacy continues with Moscow over the 1832 treaty and potential concessions for American Jews.

Washington, D. C Lore Bk Trusgi Troever U. 3 Congress Hag Stata Kaos Bakhmaetetl Bakhemterr Sulzer U.S Mass Whiteneleker Knox White House Senate Senultiva Tiussia India Rasould Thea Sunate Rakhmetet Russia Mgr State Department Hoth Whitatlense Orac Russi Beig Gulid St. Petersburg Eabinet Justian U. S Amibassador Guild Chalritan Sulzer Belgium France Switzerland Rev. Olmsteadt Musaly and

Congress Briefs Shows Busy Week Ahead in Senate and House

Senate not in session but schedules a Monday meeting while hearings on a liquor inquiry and energy issues press the agenda. House convenes at noon with discussion on deficiencies, appropriations, and a treasury matter as leaders seek to steer debates and potential amendments.

Senate Spe Minols Lorhoce Levis , Laundeis Commerce Colt Mission

Detectives Chase Kaufman Fugitives Across City

Chicago police pursue George Rubenny William Stacey and accomplices Fred Hencham Toland Chennell in the Kaufman murder case. Descriptions indicate a ten hour lead for the fugitives as detectives widen the manhunt. The death of Edmund Kaufman is under investigation with appeals for information and ongoing inquiries.

Chicago South George Rubenny Wm. Stacey Fred Uonefim Toland Chennell Edmund Kaufman Fred Hencham Kaufman

House That Jack Built staged for White Sparrow fund

Des Moines reissue of the dreams of fairyland drew crowds for the charity event. Mrs Flortemse Reynolds presented the solo performance of the show, with thirty five individuals attending the initial showing. Indications pointed to record audiences for the afternoon matinee.

Des Moines Dee Jack Bulit Flortemse Reynoldy

Cows Struck by Passenger Train Near Fairport

Five cows were killed this afternoon when the California Limited train struck them near Fairport while trespassing on railroad property. The incident caused no delay to the train, which continued to Musentine on schedule.

Fairport Musentine

Anglo-German War Prognosis Shapes Mid Century Plans

In New York, Tom Norton Grisinia a conservative MP, predicts England and Germany will be at war within six years, arguing the entire German nation backs conflict and that Europe must unite to confront a looming threat to the British Empire. He cites Canada’s reciprocity stance and banking opposition as factors behind the forecast.

New York Tom Norton Grisinia Weddesbury England Germany Europe New Yor Canadian Northwest Canada Cuasds Griffiths U. S America Amerind Dankers

Governors Enthusiastic Over Western Governors Tour Results

A convoy of western governors completed a 2400 mile, 29 city tour aimed at strengthening east west ties and showcasing resources. The return was cheered with a 17 gun salute and festive events in St Paul. Officials touted broader patriotism and a unified nation through the trip.

St. Paul Mian Bee Tila No' Ing Odule Norada Dengen Taois Harmon Ohio Ernors Varios Elblsena Lour East

Marks Named Power Behind the Throne in Rambling Trial

In Council Bluffs on December 16, the Benjamin Marks conspiracy trial opened. Witnesses linked Marks to guarding open rambling operations for years, while John Mabray’s alleged fraud netted over 1 million dollars across states. Prosecution suggests other prominent figures may be drawn into the case.

Benjamin Marks John Mabray Marks Mabray Basson Iowa Cosson Maybray

Keokuk Group Prepares Evidence for Rate Hearing

Members of the Keokuk Industrial association gather evidence for the Interstate Commerce Commission examiner ahead of next month’s rate hearing. Keokuk shippers argue freight rates are excessive and put local businesses at a disadvantage.

Keokuk Keokuk Industrial Association Interstate Commerce Commission

Plot to destroy Fort Riley believed uncovered in confession

Military officials in Port Riley investigate alleged plot to annihilate the post using dynamite and nitroglycerin. Private Mi ogkne Quirk confesses. authorities say further testimony links him to accomplices and places him near Tuunction City during the crimes. Arrests include Rev. M. Brewer and Mrs. Anna Jordan amid ongoing efforts to obtain warrants.

Kan Port Riley Miogkne Quirk Jaye Ad Army M. Brewer Wa Ir Anna Jordan Anding Brewer Topeka United States Chase Officiwe Telay Tam Iain Tim Tunction City

Funeral services for G. W. Dillaway this Sunday

The funeral for G. W. Dillaway, age unknown, who died after injuries from a clash involving factory guards and federal officers in Memphis will be held Sunday afternoon at the home of Mrs. I. L. Lane 418 Pine Street. Dr J B Smith pastor of First Baptist will conduct a private service. The Masons will handle the burial. Dillaway’s remains arrived today with Mrs. Dillaway and his sister Mrs. Lane. An investigation continues into the incident but no statements are yet available.

G. W. Dilliway Memphis Nlineis I. L. Lane Pine Street J. B. Smith First Baptist Church Muscatine Mann G. W. Dillaway Lane Dillaway Ornerg

New Clue Follows In Search For Girl Missing

Chicago detectives pursued a fresh lead in the search for Vielel Buehler, 16, who vanished after leaving her mother's State street notes on November 25 to head for Racine Wisconsin. Samuel J. Winegar, a retired minister, reported seeing no girl matching her description talking with two men at Kenosha depot on November 29, noting the men were masked by Bray overcoats.

Chicago Vielel Buehler State Street Racine Wis Samual J. Winegar Aers

Dr Allen Bell to Be Heard Sunday in City

Dr and Mrs Allan Bell of Canon ity Colorado arrive this noon and will stay with Mr and Mrs R B George and the Singett family at Octagon place over Sunday He is a retired clergyman and will preach at the first service of the day

Allan Bell Canonity Colorado R. B. George Singett Octagon Place Bell

Wife Attempted Suicide After Rejected Marriage Proposal

Portland Oregon socialite Mrs. Dean Robinson, staying at the La Salle in Chicago, shot herself after a hotel telephone call from Frank H. Cockrell of Jerseyville Illinois. Cockrell, a traveling salesman, later said he is not related to the former Missouri senator. Robinson was hospitalized in serious condition. Cockrell fled but was later traced to Jerseyville.

Chicago Frank Cockrell Junior Desler jJerseyville Vials Déan Robinson Portland Oregon la Salle Hotel Cockrel le Salle Hove Mirs. Robinson Robinson North Chicago Hospital Cockrell United States Hobinson Toom Fiianda Robin Jerseyville Missouri Tipbinson Ore Rea Inn Robinson James Smith Henry 5. Robinson J. C. Clark Rohingan Clark Christman Frank 7. Cockrell

Boston man shoots son then kills himself in hotel tragedy

Samuel P. Ayres of Boston fatally shoots Joseph Ayres, his son, in a hotel room in California then commits suicide. Bodies found after a morning gunshot incident linked to family troubles and a prior loss of wife. Ayres had recently purchased a Riverside area ranch. Boston records show no known relation to the man.

Los Angeles Calli Sanuel P. Ayres Boston Aoe Ayres Hig Gon Joseph Ayres Ais Sram Doubtus Race Tauer California Sanne Heaumont Riverside Mass Samuel Ayres Samuel L. Ayres Las Angeles

Cyclone Johnny Thompson Defeated in Australian Bout

Johnny Thompson, American middleweight, lost on points in two rounds at the Sydney Stadium. Referee notes state opponent Rice emerged the winner in a bout fueled by local crowd tension. Thompson's defense faded as Rice landed cleaner blows to secure the decision.

Tohnny Bydney Angirella Cyclone Johnny Thompson Potnta Sudium Rice

First Practice Set for High School Band Officers Chosen

High school pupils formed a new band with Principal Glen B True as president and Ti jmer Steinmetz as vice president. Sidney Guthrie is secretary and Lloyd Wells treasurer. Julius Paudiet to direct. first rehearsal slated for the first day of school in 1912. Sixty pieces projected. instrument shortages to be resolved. lessons to begin for beginners.

Glen B. True Tijmer Steinmetz seYool Sidney Guthrie Lioyd Wells Julius Paudiet Dellar Inestead

Mothers Day Date Change Highlighted by Superintendent

Superintendent T W B Everhart told public school teachers at the High school that Mothers Day was moved from January 18 to January 26. He cited teachers’ year-end duties and Christmas programs in churches as reasons to reduce extra Meathers Day workload for students and maintain school efficiency. The session also noted a prominent Presbyterian clergyman visiting Muscatine to see Mr George after an eye operation.

Thenited United States Russa United Tes Eloesig St. Petersburg Americalvers Congress Russia Republcan Mann Chiunfe T. WB. Everhart Presbyterian Church Muscatine George

Secretaryship Consideration For Wate rloo Young Men's Association

A. W. Hartquist is asked to accept the secretaryship of the Mascatoine Association during B. McNeil's illness. A committee, reported by Friday's Journal, favors Hartquist and will hear his decision Tuesday. McNeil takes a leave of absence possibly six months to a year, effective the first of the year.

Tt Resis A. W. Hartauist Ghriglian Association Waterloo Muoscatioe Association Secreary B. McNiel Dini Leat Board of Direstors Harqvist Hit McNie

Weathera Report On Iowa Weather Tonight And Sunday

Unsettled weather with light snow in the north tonight and Sunday. Colder temperatures in the north tonight with sunrise at 7 12 and sunset at 5 20. Moon rise noted at 3 20 a.m.

Iowa Northwest North Portion

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