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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1913

Page

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Lobby hearings reveal Mulhall cross examination details

Washington July 22 senate lobby committee heard Attorney Mulhall testify about paid lobbying for manufacturers to influence tariff bills. The session named Watson Emery and others as central figures in a broad campaign to sway lawmakers and secure support for pro manufacturing measures.

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Good Night Kiss Then Shoots Wife Then Suicide

In Kansas City on July 22 Albert Schneider fired on his wife Olivette G Schneider at her workplace entry after seeking a reconciled good night kiss. He then killed himself. Olivette seeks divorce claiming he had two other wives. She learned of the other marriages four months into their union.

Kansas City Albert Schneider Machintut Mra Olivette G. Schneider Sait Schneider Way Omaha Neb Waterloo Iowa Imrg Schneider Hornell Salt Linke Sach

Debaters Set to Close on Tariff Debate in Senate

Senate Democrats announced two tariff speeches from their side as the Smoot bill faced resistance. Chairman Simmons of the finance committee said supporters are ready and anxious to pass the tariff measure, while Smoot outlined objections to the agricultural provisions. He argued free meat and cattle imports would benefit large packers and foreign sellers, harming American producers.

Chairman Simmons Finance Con Washington PA. C Senate Democrats Galllnger Smicot Simmons Finance Committee Pase Smoot Scancor Canada

Arson Squad Destroys Mansion Near Birmingham

London July 22 arson squad burns a large unoccupied mansion at Perry Bar near Birmingham to the ground. Playards posted near the vicinity bore the words Asquith Is to Blame and include Mrs Pankhurst.

London Eng Sroom Perry Bar Birmingham

Boone County forms posse to hunt horsethieves

A report from Boone County says a gang of horsethieves has operated in neighboring counties. A Roche Brothard team horse was stolen today. Despite several passersby witnessing, no trace of the thieves has been found and a posse is forming in Boone County Tow.

Boone County Tow Boone, In Roche Brothard

peace in 30 days or intervention urged in mexico

Washington July 22 representative Murray of Oklahoma nicknamed Alfalfa Bill introduced resolutions inviting Senate to concur directing intervention in Mexico if peace and order are not restored within thirty days after a presidential proclamation. He characterizes Provisional President Huerta as a "murderer" and his regime as treacherous and murderous. The Cabinet meeting was not held as many secretaries were out of town. Wilson studied state depart­ment papers and considered the Nicaraguan treaty while ambassador Lane Wilson moved from Mexico City to Havana then New York, shortening travel time.

Washington, D. G Murray Okahoma Senate Wilson Huertadas “Mearauder State Department Lane Wilson Mexico City Avana New York Key West Washington Wiley Song Bryan Mexico U. S. 13 Pal New Mexico Bacon Jt Na Thia Fall U. S Stone Williame U. 8 Works Pola

Dynamite accident injures two boys in Hudson tent

In Poughkeepsie July, 18 year old Martin Funk and his brother Howland Funk were playing in a tent when a dynamite jack in Martin's hip pocket exploded. Martin survived but had his left hand blown off, and Howland suffered minor injuries. The brothers lived in Hudson, and the accident occurred during a wrestling play.

Poughkeepsie N.Y Martin Funk Howland- Funk Dad Martin Wad Hudson

Bulgarians Still Hold Adrianople Amid Frontier News

July 19 dispatches from Sofia report Bulgarian officials deny Turkish occupancy of Adrianople. Turkish reconnaissance led by Enver Bey sighted near the frontier, causing panic among Bulgarian authorities who ordered fugitives to return. Communications restored with Adrianople citadel as troops retired. Panas to lead Greek peace mission to Nish. An American envoy in Sofia is confirmed safe.

Sofia Bulgaria Adrinople Enver Bey Paonic Adrianonle Elvir Waneulobarrea Torace Molammedans ceCateuthas Studia Yahce Troe Huestrom

Revolt Sparks Trade Stagnation in Southern China

Telegrams from Canton report widespread anxiety as Kwantung province proclaims independence. Shops close, merchants halt consignments, and many flee to Macao, Portuguese Macau, Hong Kong, or head north on foot. Officials retreat with silver and paper money as Yuan Shikai’s or Yuan banner forces loom.

Canton China Thy Kwang Tung Iccident Nacac Hong Kong Yuan Shi Kai Moat

Certificates Sent Rural Pupils Today

Rural pupils in Muncating county schools received certificates today from County Superintendent Hi D Bradley. The certificates covered residents in every high school district within the county, marking successful completion of instructional or graded programs for the term.

Tural Hi.d."bradley

Rival to currency measure reform ushers new bill

Washington July 22 A rival to the administration currency proposal emerged from the House banking and currency committee. Democratic members opposed features of the administration bill and drafted a largely rewritten Glass plan. Representatives Ragsdale Wingo and Henry helped shape the draft, which mirrors recommendations of the money trust probe. The measure may not be introduced until consensus forms, with President Wilson and McAdoo briefed informally.

Washington, D. C Administration Te House Banking and Currency Commmittes Ragedale South Carolina Democrate Wingo ArkKansas Henry Texas House’ Banking and Currency Committee Ragsdale Glass Federal Reserve Danke Treasury Tetalu

Mississippi sues railroads for fifty million dollars

Glurkadale July 22 The state of Mississippi sues the Illinois Central and the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley railroads for 50 million dollars in penalties. It seeks enforcement of a law forbidding consolidation of parallel competing lines and to require the railroads to cease doing business in the state.

Glurkadale Miss State of Mississippi Iilinole Central Yazoo Mississippi Valley

Bath Room Accessories and Summer Comfort Ad

The piece urges readers to consider bathroom accessories for summer use and convenience. It notes higher demand for shower and tub items in midsummer, and prompts to review soap holders, toothbrush supports, glass shelves, medicine cabinets, towels, and related products. The Journal’s advertising columns offer bargains and ideas at moderate costs.

Tamiliar Ling

25 Girls Burned to Death in Fire Report

Reports from Coahuila Mexico describe a clash with federal outposts as constitutionalists advance on Torreon Salinas Monclova and Nuevo Laredo. They claim surrounding Monclova with thousands of troops while insisting Americans and foreigners are protected amid “recon” operations and refugee movements.

Coahuila Mex Vin Eagle Pass Tex Northet Mexico Torreon Salis Monterey Lampares Monclova Newvo Laredo Manx Federale Uve Klitedita Monclava

Wall Street Fire Kills 25 at Binghamton Clothing Factory

A brick four story factory at 17 Wall Street in Binghamton, New York, the former Freeman Overall company, burned late this afternoon killing at least 25 people and injuring about 50. The 125 workers were mostly women and girls, many on the top floors. flames and smoke spread rapidly through lint and cloth dust as fire engines fought to halt the blaze.

Binghamton Wall Street Binghamton Clothing Company Freeman Overall Company Burt Offles West Moor Tventy Carrie Waver Street Trice Alley Henry Street Reed B. Freeman Drilly Dat Central Fire Station

Tragic Prison Fire Kills 45 In Mississippi Cage

In Jackson Mississippi on July 29 a fire trapped 45 black prisoners on the second floor of the Outley convict farm cage. They died as stairs burned and escape was blocked. The building, timbered ten years ago, lacked a fire apparatus and held volatile materials.

Jackson Miss Outley

Roosevelt party to visit natural bridges in Utah

Moab Utah July 22 the famous natural bridges in southeastern Utah will be visited by Colonel Roosevelt his two sons Archivald and Quentin and high nephew Nicholas Roosevelt John Wetherhill an Indian trader arrived here today to guide the Roosevelt party into Utah from Kayenta Ariz about July 20

Moab Utah Roosevelt Archivald Quentin Nicholas Roosevelt John Wetherhill Kayenta Ariz

Weather update showers and cooler west central areas

A weather brief notes showers tonight into Wednesday with cooler temperatures expected in the west and central portions. River stage at Saintatine today is OA feet.

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