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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1913
Page
1
A sparse, garbled report discusses Wilson as executive leader of a women’s suffrage group. It notes national figures and congressional debate over woman suffrage, with reference to President and suffrage advocates gathered near the White House to press their demand.
An Arctic expedition vessel Karluk, backed by Stefansson, was carried away by a wind near the Aratic circle after leaving its crew ashore at a camp. A dispatch from George J. Desharets, deputy naval minister, reports the ship was driven from the shore in heavy weather with fog and gales, leaving twenty four aboard and no immediate danger, with the inquiry tracking the ship from Point Barrow to Circle, dated October 0 and December 5.
A day of alarms in Bingham Utah follows reports of Ralph Lopes, a Mexican gunman. Sheriff efforts focus on a plan as witnesses describe a Greek saber theft tied to the suspect. Pete Korass emerges from a tunnel announcing Lopes shot a guard and took his tobacco and canteen.
United States district judge R. S. Heen upheld the Webb-Kenyon Act, relating to interstate shipments of intoxicants into dry territory. The ruling clarifies enforcement of the act across states and districts, reinforcing restrictions on alcohol transport despite local prohibitions.
The First National Bank of Bayoone turned over lia af faira to national bank examiners. It held capital of 269000 dollars and surplus of 300079 dollars.
A fragmented notice reports the marriage of prominent figures Cresco and Omabe and mentions George P. Semi, twice mayor, in a historic ceremony tied to the brite's parent. The text alludes to a long-ago union and the bride's extended life, reflecting a landmark social event.
A Russian aviator named Libue from Russia-Liewa Wachemuth was flying an aeroplane when it broke apart in midair and fell from a considerable height. The pilot did not survive the crash.
Debates over women’s suffrage unfold as militant leader Shino Pankhurst is jailed in Exeter after threats by supporters. In New York Arthur J. Dadeo, head of the National Association opposed to suffrage, calls hearings needed before Congress. Miss Alice Tum Curtis, president of the New York association, argues for state action and not federal interference.
Telegraphic notes report a five thousand dollar reward offered by Vice President for a Mio bandit captured after killing Horace Montague and robbing the Sunset Express near Hers. A Protestant procession incident in Brussels leaves a funeraline wounded. a bank robbery in Blythe nets five thousand sixty. Mexican outlaw Lopez escapes Apex mine as authorities fear an escape plot and guards tighten exits.
A massive 30 foot wave struck Belton at dawn, killing four residents including Mrs W Polk who drowned while carrying her infant. An unidentified man and two others perished along Malm Street Bridge and nearby homes. First responders found bodies in a chaotic scene as floodwaters inundated Ely houses and Belton creeks.
In Arcola a mob wearing masks revived white cap tactics and attacked Harry Steh with a bogey whip. Slab faced charges for beating his wife amid the commotion, reflecting local lawlessness and vigilante behavior.
The French government names a federal commissioner to represent France at the Penelope Pacific exposition in San Frontiero. The official, Eeleral Laule Albert Themen, will lead France's participation and oversee national exhibits and activities during the event in December.
Fragmented account of government measures on arms to Ulster and pacification aims. Premier Asquith and Sir Edward Carson feature in a debate over banning arms imports to Ireland. Ulster volunteers are cited at about 90,000 with thousands already mobilized and others awaiting orders.
President Wilson remains in bed on Wednesday under physician orders as he battles a cold. Dr Cary T Grayton notes the President’s condition limits travel and plans to inform Congress when progress allows.
A fragmented obituary note from Rockford mentions a passenger named Margaret Kellngy or Kellngy who died at eighty seven, with references to Rob and Ingeracll and a cousin relation to someone named GU. The legible details are sparse and unclear due to damaged text.
A patient at Byrne sanitarium, Gear hero, was burned when a cottage he occupied caught fire. The incident occurred at Byrne, Georgia, with details about the fire and injuries in the report. The text references Banilarium and Carturavilla, but the locations and names are unclear.
A major fire at a lodging house on Washington Street in Boston killed 27 residents and left 178 lodgers trapped. Many escaped by leaping from windows or climbing ladders as fire swept through the upper floors. Dozens more were injured or overcome by smoke, with authorities noting the site housed many wanderers and the full toll may never be known.
In Vale, five women including Emma Stadifield, Mary Sabel, Anne Stanford, Alma Wollow, and Levies Rayiuod were found guilty by a county court jury after a single ballot vote. Each faces fines not exceeding $200 or up to one month in jail per case, with ante Wagner noted as a witness.
Colonel Gaillard, longtime chief engineer of the Panama Canal commission, died Friday after a months long illness at a hospital. The veteran official, associated with canal work, was reported dead in New York where two other men died and several injured in a separate red ginong incident at Filiadstand.
Grand Haven and Mileh authorities report the suspect Yenrge Clippert released after custody. The case concerns the alleged murder of Hazel Paine. his alibi was supported by new evidence, leading to his release pending further investigation.
Denver, Dec 6. A heavy blizzard dumps twenty to twenty four inches of snow locking streets and stranding thousands downtown. Street cars on Colfax and midwestern lines blocked. Schools closed and families sheltered in hotels as workers struggle with outages and halted communications. Local nurses care for children icebound in makeshift shelters. Recovery expected only after long clearing efforts across downtown and surrounding areas.
A damaged report notes Florida state bank with 100000 in deposits awaiting examination by the state comptroller after an all right conference. Centralized at 4209,000, the lensacata bank faces pending business actions and scrutiny.
A garbled wartime report notes a ban on residents near the capital area, with plans to distance ex officials from community homes. The text mentions wives and a broad support base tied to an egg 1% and a famine relief effort.
New York scene recounts a dramatic incident where an improvised coffin life preserver helped save Samuel Moran after he and a dog fell into a river near the Harlem riverfront. Moran, aided by others including John Moran and Samuel, struggled as currents pulled them toward a morgue pier. bystanders and boatmen acted to pull him from the water. Moran recovered with assistance from hospital staff following the dangerous ordeal.
A chaotic scene unfolds as hawks raid a yard where a family cat named Kinley snatches a duck. The four foot long bird proves a heavy passenger, with the cat dodging traps and even pulling off a hat. Neighbors report the dramatic chase ending with the hawks driven off and the cat safely in possession of its prize.
In a fragmented report an organized hunt traces a vast sweep through a town as a large group strands netting thousands of rats. The passage notes a wartime ending with a dramatic duck element and mentions substantial numbers of men involved in the activity.
Fragmentary report notes Dellot's Bury Day with references to Ma Wito and a policy shift. Mentions Chambermaida Birike in Day City Michigan and a refusal tied to a wager. Describes chain of events leading to an annual vote and a strike at a facility nearby.
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