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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1913

Page

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Funeral of late congressman Pepper held in Ottumwa

Ottumwa I a December 25 a large crowd attended the simple funeral for Congressman Irvin Pepper. Senator Jones of Washington eulogized Pepper as a man of integrity and devotion, noting death hushed partisanship and urged living worthy of his example. The services at the Fire Methodist church included a quartet, scripture readings, and floral tributes, with the body later laid to rest at Shaul Cemetery after prayers and the singing of Nearer My God to Thee.

Ottumwa Irvin Altay of One ‘Fire Methodist J. A. Cud- Up P. Atoes Montgomery Moregalve R. C. Smith Pep Wang Senator Jones Washington Nation Sloan Congressman Pepper Ufs Papper Congress Pepper Mr. Pepper Congress of the United States

Life and death of Senator Pepper praised in tribute

Congressman Russell of Missouri delivers a masterful tribute to the late Senator Pepper, recalling their friendship, his faith, and the nation’s sorrow. The funeral sermon by Rev. R Ames Montgomery stresses Christian victory over death and the enduring influence of Pepper’s public service.

Congressman Russell Russell Didesouri Pepper Ming R. Ames Montgomery First Presbyterian Church Mr. Slantgomery Jesus Christ Apostle Oretarion Jesus Christ Aleep Mornal

Conferences Held at Ottumwa Amid Political Talks

Prominent Democrats and Republicans converge in Ottumwa after Pepper funeral. Iowa leaders including Judge Wade Senators Cummins and Kenyon discuss succession and possible candidates. Mayor Alfred Mudler of Davenport mentioned as strong nominee if he consents. governors urged for a special election without delay.

Ottumw Pepper Wade Uving Aleo Cummins Kenyon Iowa Louis Roddewly Scott Toost Cronin Pen— Yer Davenport Low

Alling Santa Claus To Klimek Family Visited

Chitaga Tl December 20 Van Was ener Alling yesterday visited the family of Frank Klimek who shot Alling s brother Chaves losing his right eye and then killed himself The visit followed a request by Charles Alling whose right eye was removed Christmas Eve and who faces weeks of hospital suffering Alling who was called as counsel for the state board of heart had obtained Klimek s conviction for practicing medicine without a license Klimek attacked Alling in his office Wednesday shooting him in the eye and then fatally shot himself

Chitaga Altng Calmsel State Board of Heart Klimek AlUng Gulford Miss Wilson Mra. J Neville Christian Howse Charles Prederjes George Robinson Gulf Coast Harrison Mississippi Pass Christian Bers Miseissippi Caryl. T. Grayson U. S White House Innebeon Federal Reserve Board Congress

Autoist Hits Little Girl and Keeps Going

In San Francisco on Christmas night 1919, Casselli, chief engineer for a manufacturing firm, struck three children with his car after a movie party. He claimed he did not realize a child had been hit and kept driving. The injured girl, Carmela Sarria, aged seven, died later that day. two other children were only bruised. Authorities report another similar incident in the prior days as part of a spate of runovers.

San Francisco Cal J.at Casselli Beck Carmela Sarria Casselli

Question to Experts in Schmidt Murder Trial

In New York on December 26 Hensi Schraldt's lawyers presented questions up to 30,000 words long to prove Schmidt was sane after the alleged crime. Dr. Carlos F. MacDonald testified Schmidt claimed God commanded the killing of Anna Aumuller and argued with his attorney, insisting he was not insane and expressing a desire to die.

New York Hensi Schraldt Allemsts Pyt Schmidt Anna Aunweller Carlos F. MacDonald Anna Aumvller Gehmlat Schmide

Fundrel Memorial Service to Hear Five Committee Members

Five members of the congressional committee at Fundrel will be heard at a memorial service here. Mud cal numbers arranged.

Congressional Committee Fundrel

Memorial Exercises for Pepper Memorialized at First Methodist

Arrangements for a public memorial at the First Methodist church honor late Congressman J. S. Pepper with a program led by Rev L M Griguby. Senators Kenyon and Reed, and Congressmen Connolly, Kirkpatrick, Tavenner, and Bennett Clark pledged attendance, with musical numbers, prayers, and tributes from local speakers. The article also notes President Wilson's firefighting experience at Mrs Neville's home and his planned vacation program in Pass Christian.

J.S. Pepper Robert 8. McNutt Ottum Kenyon Iowa Reeds Missouri Maurice Connolly Sant Kirkpatrick Low Clyde Charles Stebbena Edwin G. McCalm F.H. Little Messie Pentzer A. Te- Moyne Porter Sullivan Rev. J Rendall First Presbyterian Church Reed Sulogiatié McColm Salema Meseegeas National Congress Maurice.Connally Dubuque Qt' Wons Clyde Tavenner TL Nolt Bennett Clark Chany Clark House of ‘Representatives L. J. Horan G. M. Titus

High Tide Floods Cafe and Shoreline Damage

Dec 26 at Los Angeles a record high tide sent breakers over bulkheads flooding the cafe basement of a fashionable hotel. Dozens of vessels were wrecked and several feet of water flooded the grill as guests fled. Cement shoreline bulkheads washed out and roadways along the coast from Venice to Santa Monica suffered heavy damage.

Ocaun Park Cal Thie Strand Los Angeles Venino Venice Santa Monica Canyon

Two Barges Sink Near Shore Reported in River

A chaotic, partial New York River dispatch notes two barges sinking off the near shore while live-saving efforts continue. Authorities report the incident occurred near the riverbank with limited details available.

New York

Peace Move Advances After Calumet Tragedy

In Calumet Michigan peace efforts intensify to end the copper strike as officials plan funeral arrangements for 72 victims, including children, with relief funds raised by operators and merchants amid shifting blame and calls for state rather than federal inquiry. Authorities prepare a statewide investigation while peacemakers seek to bury the dead and ease labor tensions.

Washington, D. C Wilson John B. Densmore Calumet Mich Ives Caid Moyer Western Federation Wison Densmore Wilken Charles H. ‘Moyer Western Federation of Miners Fora Pass Chiie- Han Miss Hell Chicago Misa Grace McArron Michigan Alem Hall Misa McArron McArron Michigan Senate Houghton County Grand Jury Michiigan United Citizens’ Alliance Et Miners Western Federation of Niners Federation Wm. Fletcher Lake View Lake Superior Wisconsin Lansing Francis McGovern Ferrig

The Easiest Way and the Right Way In the Nation

A writer argues that pushing nationally advertised goods is both easy and correct. Selling foods the public already knows via ads is presented as cooperative and helpful, with manufacturers seen as working for readers through daily newspaper presence.

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