California Alien Land Bill Heads to Governor Tonight
The California Senate passed the Webb anti alien bill amid late debate. Governor Johnson plans to delay signing for a "reasonable time" likely up to ten days to hear protests from President Wilson and the State Department. The measure bars land ownership by aliens ineligible for citizenship, with limited rights for those eligible and provisions on leases and inheritance.
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Bryan to brief Wilson on California treaty question
Secretary Bryan plans to leave Sacramento tonight and reach here next Thursday to bring a detailed report on the California situation. He will confer with President Wilson and the Japanese ambassador before any bill signing, and Governor Johnson may be contacted after Bryan’s return.
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Fires Destroy Midland Railway Sheds in Bradford England
Extensive Midland Railway sheds at Bradford burned last night with a loss of 500000. Nineteen freight cars and large quantities of dry goods were destroyed. Suspected arson linked to militant suffragists though no proof. Earlier fires occurred on three Fridays in a row with diversions to mislead firefighters. In Aberdeen Scotland a public school suffered partial burn damage of 2500 and suffrage material was found scattered.
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Royal Wedding Cancelled In Baroda Marriage Breaks Down
Princess Indira daughter of Baroda ruler scratched plans to wed Prince Jitendra of Cooch Behar in Calcutta. She sailed to England amid talk of a clash with English and American life, ending a union that would merge two great Indian royal houses. The gaekwar presides over vast lands and huge wealth, with Shrimat Jaisingray educated at Harvard.
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Will of Judge Holland Divides Brainerd Estate
The will of the late Judge George W. Holland who died April 23 is filed in Brainerd probate court. Valued at 800000, the estate funds religious groups, relatives, Brainerd city, and friends. Twenty two churches and the Masogic order are named. Stivers of The Supreme Telegraph is given 3000.
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Recall Vote in Janeaville Reflects Campaigning Factions
Special report from Janeaville Wisconsin May 2 cites a compromise by recall and mayoral attorneys. An election will be held between June 1 and July to choose a successor to James A Fathers with John B Nichols, former mayor, as the opposing candidate.
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Coach Not Guilty Of Arson In Kentucky Case
Richard B. Webb former assistant football coach and instructor at the University of Kentucky was acquitted of arson connected to a fire that damaged the office of Prof. Faut Anderson dean of the engineering department at the university in Lexington Kentucky on May 2.
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Wool Tariff Debate Reaches Climax in House
Washington May 3 The wool tariff battle peaks in the House as free raw wool faces a three sided fight with proposals for duties of about eighteen or fifteen percent. Speaker Underwood defends the Ways and Means plan while Republicans, Progressives and wool insurgents press for changes. Payne Murdock and Martin present substitutes as debate extends, with concerns over how the Senate will react.
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Joplin Miner Shot During Train Hold Up In Kansas City
Jesus M. Short, a wealthy mining man from Joplin, Mo, was shot three times during a robber’s hold up of a Kansas City Southern passenger train in Kansas City, Mo, on May 3. The incident left Short fighting for life as doctors work to save him.
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President of Hayti Dead Triggers Succession Talks
Hayti's President Tancrede Auguste died after a brief illness at Port au Prince. The national assembly was summoned to name a successor with four candidates named Luxembourg Cauvin Michel Oreste Benifosse Laroche and Bellard. General Bellard seen as likely winner amid troop precautions and public calm.
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Woods Fire Near Marinette Grips County Areas
A serious forest fire outbreak hits northwest Marinette county Wisconsin on May 3 with farmers near Armstrong Creek losing farms and a Goodman sawmill closed as crews fight flames. Homes along with multiple farms near Ambert were destroyed and conditions worsen as dry weather persists.
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Straw Hat and Peek-A-Boo Styles Return in Atlantic States
The first warm spell of the year brings straw hats and peek-a-boo waists into fashion across Atlantic states, while a cold spell in the northwest and west delays spring wear and keeps these items in storage.
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Beloit Wins Second in Unterscholastic Declamation
Special to The Northwestern Beloit Wisconsin May 2 E Lyale Smith of Kenilworth West Virginia won first place in the Unterscholastic declamation contest here today. Eleven cities sent speakers Lowery Moore Beloit won second place
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Fire In Sqap Factory Wrecks North Ber Plant
Fire rages at the T. Babbitt rope works rendering plant in North Ber with extensive damage. The exact cause is unclear but the blaze destroyed machinery and sent smoke over the area. Local authorities cordon off the site as investigations begin.
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Tomas Paper Index and Local Society Notes
A compact index page from Tomas Paper highlights social items, club activities, a holiday proclamation, a local store entry, and church and community notices. The half page lists groups such as the Knights of Columbus and colored congregation events alongside cultural theater and wartime jingoism coverage.
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Woman Suffrage Parade Draws 36000 Participants in New York
A May 11 procession in New York drew about 36 000 participants eight abreast from Washington Square to Central Park with police and crowds lining the parade. Delegations from nine suffrage states and many occupations joined, all urged in orderly marching under a grand marshal with volunteers from diverse social ranks.
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Notable suffrage parade features in New York state groups
In a colorful procession, the Equal Franchise Society and allied groups led a turnout of suffrage advocates. Women wore yellow hats and rosettes, while men carried yellow suffrage flags. A cavalcade of prominent figures followed, including leaders famed for cross-country marches to Albany and Washington, with diverse participants and costumes drawing attention.
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State Fair Quiz Next Week In Oshkosh and Madison
Legislative committees will meet in Madison Tuesday afternoon to plan hearings starting Wednesday on the state fair location. Initial hearings will be in Janesville and Oshkosh with Wausau later. The committee will visit cities that seek to host the fair and intends a thorough two week investigation to find a city capable of hosting visitors and offering opportunities for a successful state fair.
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Good Order on Border Reported by Major General Wood
Major General Leonard Wood, chief of staff, returning from a Mexican frontier inspection, told Secretary Garrison that good order prevailed at the border. He heard no reports of serious marauding expeditions into the United States and found border folk largely sympathetic with the Carranza movement and opposed to the Huerta regime.
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President Wilson Grants Civil Service Move for Swenson
President Wilson issued an executive order placing S. A. Swenson of Brooklyn into the civil service. Swenson, who lost no hand and arm while working on federal construction at Newleys Landing, Mo, is the beneficiary of the action, despite his belief that competitive exams should govern such appointments.
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Governor Cox vetoes Kessler bill restoring franchise
In Columbus May 3 Governor Cox vetoed the Kessler bill which would have restored voting rights in Adams County and exposed vote selling tied to Judge A. Blair. The measure paused both legislative houses by large majorities and would have affected about 1,668 people.
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Night shift strike at Duluth and Trenton docks
About fifty night shift workers at the Duluth and Trinidad docks walked out last night over pay raises. The strike affects roughly 23 men and deck officials say no night wage changes will occur until the dispute is settled.
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Lake Steamer Ashore Near Sault Ste Marie
The steamer W. H. Mack of the Jenkins line ran aground on Whitefish Point early today during a heavy sea. Reports indicate the vessel is ashore and a tug may be needed to refloat her. Schneck departed Ada to assist with the effort.
Local Man William I Steele Killed in Wilson Creek Area
The 65 year old William I Steele was found shot to death in his home near Wilson Creek. A shotgun blast through a window is reported as the likely cause. Authorities found the body after a caller reported a fire near the residence. A clue remains from the scene.
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Broadway spender taken. Waterman wanted on forgery charge
Chicago police return May Thomas F. Waterman who allegedly posed as a Broadway spender in New York and is charged by the Drexel State Bank of Chicago with forging 6500 dollars.
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Wilson Back at Home Tells About His Trip
President Wilson returned to the White House after a two days’ speaking tour in New Jersey. He praised his reception and voiced optimism reforms would be achieved, while a social meeting in New York with McCombs and McAdoo drew interest as talks of postelections arrangements circulated. Wilson also visited the Washington Monument for an informal summit with onlookers before descending in a crowded elevator.
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Winners at Stevens Point in oratorical and declamatory contest
Wausau high school carried off all honors in the league oratorical and declamatory contests at Stevens Point high school. Four girls placed in declamation with Marion Friede and Josephine Sturtevant first and second. Marshfield contestants Leah Laemle and Renita erg also spoke. In oratory, Paul Tobey and Walter Mabe won first and second. Stevens Point entrants included Kurt Pfiffner and James Hull. Marshfield contestants were Edward Waler Jack and R. Pankow. The district contest will be held within a few weeks.
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Missionary Exhibit Opens With Hundred In Attendance
An AP report notes a religious exhibit and pageant opening in May to benefit foreign missions. About one hundred missionaries attended the opening show Darknes an Lisht lindrescis of patrons are es, with a five week run planned.
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Strike Affects Saloon Licenses With Monthslong Walkout
The strike has lasted about three months and may force saloon keepers to close as they consider not renewing licenses. Property owners fear reduced business while labor action continues and utilities may be affected by the downturn.
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French Aviator Killed in Berlin Airdrome Fall
A French aviator, serving with the army air forces in Berlin, was killed today after a crash at the Berlin airfield. The incident occurred during a training flight and the pilot lost control, dying at the scene.
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