Probe of Camp Douglas Orgy Ignites War Department Inquiry
Officials order a searching inquiry into Camp Douglas Wisconsin after spectators accuse soldiers and Wisconsin Illinois National Guard of drunken revels and insults to women during maneuvers. General Potts asks Major Retrhamen to verify charges and scope of regulars involvement.
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North Dakota progressive Republicans plan Chicago delegates
Marzo North Dakota July 26 A convention of North Dakota progressive Republicans to pick delegates for the national progressive convention in Chicago opens today. Several hundred members are arriving as factions led by L B Hume and James J Buschanan clash over governor endorsement. Leaders agreed to omit state ticket references and defer presidential elector selection until after Chicago. A second convention is set for the week after the national gathering.
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Continue Search For Girl Sundgrass Found In New York
The ongoing hunt for Miss Sundgrass or Sundgrass Snodgrass continues after her disappearance from a home in Moine Verbon a week ago. Detectives study every clue and inspect a motor vehicle seen in Greenwich carrying two men and a terrified girl during the night of her disappearance.
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Cedar Rapids Man Charged With Plotting Wife Death
Cedar Rapids July 26 Simon P. Kuhn real estate dealer under arrest for plotting to have his wife murdered to marry another woman. He allegedly tried to hire Mrs. Halt a colored woman to kill his wife offering 109 dollars for the job. A detective overheard terms with Mrs. Mitchell another colored woman and Kuhn was charged. Editorial note: authorities say the plan was to hire two women to commit the homicide.
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Roosevelt Telegram Endorses Illinois Progressives
Theodore Roosevelt telegram to Illinois progressives lauds their state convention approach and asserts candidates aligned with the progressive platform will uphold popular government and oppose frauds tied to defeated GOP nominees. He criticizes Republican primaries and urges support for Roosevelt-aligned candidates in Illinois and beyond.
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Warden's Hat Escapes From Pen at Fort Madison
Ern but Bush, a convict, escaped from the state penitentiary at Fort Madison Iowa wearing the warden's hat and borrowed clothing. He slipped through a window while a guard momentarily looked away and fled. Bush was serving a few years for burglary and had been pardoned from Nebraska after a seven year life sentence for murder.
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Priest's Funeral Held for Father Thomas King
Funeral services for Father Thomas King a longtime Davenport diocese pastor were held at St Pauls Catholic Church with Rt Rev Bishop James Davis presiding. Forty priests attended before the remains were shipped to Taunton Massachusetts for burial. King died from a stroke Tuesday after a brief illness at St Francis hospital.
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Thaw Denied Freedom by Court Over Safety Concerns
The court ruled Harry K Thaw remains dangerous to public safety and must stay in the asylum. Justice Neos Stefly cited a long history of attempts to obtain discharge and concluded Thaw is not currently sane enough for release.
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Rosenthal Plot Nine Near Solution in New York
In New York on July 26 the Rosenthal murder case advances as Dago Frank, linked to the slaying, faces possible third degree questions. Police discuss confessions from costigan and Shapiro while a mysterious shooter is sought. Mayor Gaynor defends Becker amid calls for suspensions and investigations into gambling police ties.
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Deputies to Resist the Military League in Constantinople
Constantinople July 26 deputies to resist the military league declared its dissolution of the chamber within eight hours following a congress at Satonski. Delegates from officer unions demanded the chamber’s dissolution and reappointment of Ittah Mil Pashe formerly grand vizier. Violent speeches marked the session as deputies vowed to submit only armed force to enforce their demands.
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Flood Drags On Recovery Efforts in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania slowly recovers from Wednesday’s flood with the coke region hardest hit. It will take over a month to reach the bodies of fifteen men drowned at Superba mine near Uniontown as pumping of the mine is required. Rail traffic is expected to resume early next week as washouts are repaired. A relief committee in Uniontown is caring for flood victims’ families.
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Rodenberg Attacks Wilson as an Aristocrat in House Speech
Representative Rodenberg of Illinois targeted Governor Woodrow Wilson in a House speech. He cited Wilson's History of the American People and remarks about Jefferson, immigration opinions, and Bryan, praising Taft and stressing vigilance toward Wilson. Unconfirmed reports place Wilson in Indianapolis for Marshall's nomination ceremony. Marshall's committee role and Democratic actions noted.
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Balloons Ready for Trial in National Elimination Race
Keansas City is to host the national elimination for US entrants in the James Jéan Bennett trophy. Six crews have arrived with eight balloonists expected ahead of tomorrow's start. Each balloon carries four days of provisions and equipment for long journeys, with weather forecasters predicting favorable SW winds for a record-breaking long-distance attempt.
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Wreck on Illinois Central Passenger Train Near Apple River
A Illinois Central passenger train No 3 derailed twelve miles east of Galena Apple River after a broken rail. The accident occurred at about sixty mph. all coaches stayed upright and there were no injuries among passengers or crew. Local rescue parties assisted on site.
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Sixty Teachers Graduate From State Teachers College
Cedar Rapids July 28 sixteenth annual summer session ends with sixty graduates earning diplomas from the State Teachers College.
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Congress Daily Report Highlights Senate and House Actions
Senate convened and adopted a joint resolution and appropriated twenty thousand dollars to fight the army norm in the south. Democrats in caucus backed a house excise tax bill opposing Borah’s income tax via an amendment. Conference report on a new appropriation bill passed with vetoed tattlestiy and tor pedo boat provisions. House resumed work on the general deficiency appropriation bill as the Territories committee noted an Alaskan legislative assembly bill passed by the Senate.
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Senate Democrats Back Excise Tax in Senate Debate
Washington July reports that Democratic senators caucused to back an excise tax bill, effectively an income tax for annual business over 5000 dollars, while opposing an immediate adoption of a separate income tax proposal. The discussion included endorsing a sugar reform measure to reduce duties and abolish the Dutch standard test, amid mixed views in the caucus.
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William Boone Charged With Mayhem After Fight
In Iowa City on July 28 special news reports Willie Boone a Johnson County stock dealer was attacked in a fight leaving his ear severed. A young farmer Peter vents is said to have fought Boone and may be involved in the incident with heavy injuries reported.
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Government Saved by Narrow Margin in Commons
London July 6 The British government survived a near defeat after a snap division in the house of commons. The tally showed 736 to 183 in favor, with opposition cries of resignation. Government whips hurriedly secured support as Labour and Nationalist members kept the government afloat amid thin attendance.
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Congress Debate Echoes NT Norris and Humphreys clash
In Washington Rep Norris of Nebraska and Rep Humphreys of Washington spar over charges of stolen Washington delegates and taft support. Humphreys demands named authorities while Norris defends his accusations amid floor interruptions. Sulzer probes battleship caucus support and presses for a new caucus vote.
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Tarts War on Rotten Eggs
Davenport Iowa July 2 19 M E Flynn of the Iowa Food and Dairy Commission swore out information against two men tied to a rotten egg racket. Officials allege the suspects sold and kept filthy eggs, triggering an investigation and charges in connection with the feed and dairy system.
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Bethlehem Steel Lands Greek Armor Contract
Bethlehem Steel Company of America won the contract to supply armor and guns for the Greek armored cruiser with a 24500 ton displacement. The hull will be built at Vulkan Shin Builds yards in Stettin Germany.
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Weather Dog Forecast Puts Showers Likely Tonight
The weather report for Yowa on July 21 predicts unsettled conditions with local showers likely tonight and Saturday. Temperatures remain mild and winds light, easing after evening drizzle.
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