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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1913

Page

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Congressmen Attend Pepper Funeral Memorial Here

A large congressional delegation travels from Washington to Ottumwa for the late congressman J. S Pepper's funeral. The procession, simple in keeping with the family wish, will proceed from his home to the First Methodist Church for services led by Rev. Montgomery, with a 1:30 p.m. ceremony.

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Deputies Fought by Mountaineers Near Pineville

Pineville Kentucky December 24 4 pitched battle between deputies sheriffs and Hendrickson led by John Hendrickson began near Flendrickson's place four miles south of Pineville shortly after noon. Deputy Haines shot death of James Miller alleged. Deputy Sheriffs McCoy and Smith faced shelter as Hendrickson forces attacked. C C Bailey and John Wilson rode in with citizens. first fusillade exchanged an hour later. George Hahen, Hendrickson ally, was killed.

Pineville John Hendrickson Flendrickson Henrickson C. C. Bailey John Wilson Latt George, Hahen Hendrickson

White House Sends Out Holiday Chee r to Needy Families

Washington December 34 Christmas cheer flowed from the White House by order of President and Mrs Wilson and daughters Margaret and Eleanor. Trucks carried turkeys hams vegetables cooked foods and toys to families in need discovered by Mrs Wilson and daughters during direct personal visits. McAdoo acts as president tomorrow with Wilson away in Mississippi. cabinet officers will dine at homes except McReynolds. President Wilson passes through Charlotte en route to Pass Christian and is greeted by cheering crowds.

Washington White House Pass Christian McAdoo United States Wilson Marubail Christian Miss Charlotte Honda

Recapture Torreon In Bloody Battle Reported

Reports from Juarez say 12,000 to 15,000 engaged in heavy fighting at Torreon, with casualties and an injured general. Federal forces of 6,000 were isolated, while rebels led by Tauranga fighters and General Herrera pressed advances toward Torreon. Officials warn the report is unconfirmed but likely, amid disrupted telegraph links and ongoing Mexican clashes.

Juarez Mexico Torreon Huerta Timinez Chihuahua Ilta Mongjovio Herrera Monterey Saltil Bernavides Juares Torregn Gomex Tuel Tauranga Tt Weseid Herrera Villa Banka Mexico City Bank of London Iuerta Washington, D. C Navy Department Minnesota Philadelphia Michhagan Georgia Boston New Jersey New Hampshire Louisiana Connecticut Kangas Vera Cruz Norfolk Gwylé Armerines Nare Culmene Sinulaa Sruvico Comes Ava Armericay Nagal Polipe Riveras Sitalua Yturbo Olline Oke Anarver Cowles Eduardia

Lodge Returns to Capitol After Illness

Massachusetts Senator Lodge, absent for months due to illness, returns to Washington. Remains were moved to Ottumwa for a national tribute with auto military honors possible for Company CG, though officials deny transportation plans. Local guards stayed on duty at the county building as the casket was moved to the train.

Pepper Rock Island Ottumwa He JP. Tange

The Most Widely Women’s Pages in Road News

A feature praising women readers as key buyers and advertisers influence. It argues that women seek up-to-date market ads to safeguard purchases and notes advertisers target female sensibilities to drive demand. The piece claims women are decisive in daily shopping and that effective ads win their confidence.

Schmidt Murder Trial Hears Mental State Claims

Alienists agree Schmidt acted under duress or insanity factors as the trial discusses the victim’s death at a hospital and the defendant’s awareness of potential crime. Judge Warren warns the jury to avoid a mistrial as testimony from Dr A introduces medical perspectives on Schmidt’s condition.

Ald vApDa Ausmuhler Tyne Schmidt Warren W. Foster Prince Cass A. A Vee Sehmide Tebotral Ahaas

Missouri Supreme Court Reverses Lumber Company Ousts

The Missouri Supreme Court suspended its ouster decree against twenty lumber firms after a special commissioner found an illegal combination to fix prices and restrict production. The fines total $434,000 and the court demanded future compliance with antitrust laws. The cases, begun in 1908 by Herbert J. Hadley with several state attorney generals, featured a lengthy trial and testimony culminating in January final arguments.

Vettoryon City Dees Migaouri “Eupremie Court Cody Tagued W Dearge Quster Ugaluel Boy Supreme Court Rom Turer Yellow Pine Manufacturers Yellow Pine Manufacturers’ Association Herbert 3. Hadley Kansas Oklahoma Texas Hadley Miscourt Hia Aucceasor Ellion Major Contine Jap x Tinal

Independent phone interests praised in Wright letter

Fragmentary text describes Jann H Wright and telephone association matters. Mentions Mr Wright writing in a letter about an agreement and satisfactory actions. References Wilson and Aingolabed. context unclear due to damaged OCR.

Jann H. “Wright McReynolds Mr. Wright Wilson

Details unfold for new currency law's federal reserve setup

Washington December 24 President Wilson signs the currency bill and moves to organize the federal reserve system. Secretary McAdoo and Secretary Houston lead a committee to select reserve cities, issue placement, and district boundaries while banks eagerly comply. The organization committee will visit cities and draft rules, with eight to twelve districts under discussion and nominations from private life to fill the seven member reserve board.

Wilton’ Hebina McAdoo Houston Federal Reserve System Federal‘ Reserve Board Wilson Treasur Whisen Washington Federal Reserve Federal Reserve Board New York Chicago St. Louis San. Francisco New Orleans Denver Seattle Portland Oregon Philadelphia Baltimore Boston United States Treasury McAdoosala Tocat Federal Reserve Bank Hays George M. ‘Reynolds Cate Cage Scott Portland San

New York Banks Consider Federal Charter Change

Three of the 35 national banks in Greater New York have signaled intent to take out federal charters under the new currency laws. The Hanover National Gotham National and the National Reserve Bank have begun steps while others weigh counsel advice and stockholder reaction. The Clearing House Association will meet soon to decide on endorsing the measure and may coordinate with outside bankers for coverage.

New York N. Y Hanover National Gotham National National ‘Reserve Bank Nouss Association Tocal National Banke House Its Federal Reserve Board

Chicago Tangle Headed For Courts over School Board

In Chicago on December 24, four members of the city school board, disqualified to restore Ella Flagg Young, consider legal action. Colin C. Pye says warranto proceedings may be sought to reinstate the board. Mrs. Young plans to accept reappointment, pending board unity and eventual court decision.

Chicago, I Colin C. P Pye Ea’ Mombara Board of Education Ella Flagg Young Fyfe Jie Busre Postl Sienal Supreme Court of Ilinois Areison Vestd Young Ella Plage Young Harrison Pater Reinberg Yount Tyrone N.C Chicago Nolin D. Shoop Getiow Shoo Mire Helgard Attey Shoop Mra. Young Elicay Chain By ‘Ter

Senator Stone Stricken by Grippe in Washington

Washington December reports indicate Senator Stone of Miscourt was struck by the grippe a few days ago. His physicians fear complications but say he is out of danger and improving. The incident raises concern in political circles as winter illness spreads.

Washington, D.C Stone Miscourt Maith Grippe

Assassination Attempt Hits Chicago Official

Chicago attorney and former alderman Charles Alling Jr. was wounded in his office when Frank Klimek shot at him and then wounded himself after Klimek attacked with a pistol. P. H. Schwab was lightly hurt as a second shot grazed his head. Alling, born December 13, 1865, later recovered consciousness. Klimek faced a $200 fine with the option to reduce to $100, and vowed to die.

Chicago Charles Alling, Jr Atate Frank Klimek P. H. Schwab Alling Wee Alling Kumek Schwab Klimék Klimek Kilmeye Fred Wes Kimek St Luke's Hospital Mr. Alling Madison Ind Hanover Law Department University of Michigan First Brigade First Presbyterian ‘Church Sigms Chi Fraternity

Thousands Jobless on Christmas Eve across Pacific Coast

San Francisco reports about 20,000 unemployed with 100000 out of work on Christmas Eve in major Pacific cities. Los Angeles cites 365000 unemployed while Portland and Seattle add to the total. Detectives warn crime may rise without work relief. Governor Johnson says cities must handle their own issues. Oregon's Governor West declines a special legislative session.

San Francisco Cal Pacific Coast Mooney Detective Bureau Letaity Los Angeles Portland Seattle Johnson California West Oregon

Sebastian Leaves Rock Island Lines Resigns as VP

Chicago dispatch reports the resignation of John Sebastian, third vice president of the Rock Island lines, effective January 1. Sebastian, a renowned railroad man aged 66, retires after an unexpected announcement amid ongoing corporate changes.

Sebastian Rock Island Lines Chicago John Sebastian Svere Mwen-Lustha Lery

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