25 Nov 1915
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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1915
Page
1
The German American hospital in Chicago saw the death of a defective infant named John after its mother, following Dr Haiselden's professional guidance, refused an operation likely to save the child. The case sparked national controversy about whether it is right to sacrifice a life to avoid future burdens.
The commission for relief in Belgium appeals to Americans to supply clothing and footwear for over 3 million Belgians and northern French, mainly women and children, before Christmas to prevent desperate suffering. Also notes Sioux City as a site for a screening of Birth of a Nation at the Grand Opera House for two weeks starting November 21, with 18 800 in cast and 40 piece orchestra.
The U S navy occupies sixty nine sections of land in the Midway and Elk Hills oil district and forbids any mineral exploration or settlement. Also reported are congestion of freight around New York due to war materiel, and regional obituaries, accidents, and labor law support across the country.
Fort Sill Oklahoma bus ying with activity November 15 when the First zero squadron of the United States army flew from its temporary home to its new station at San Antonio Texas. Black Diamond the aged buffalo on the $16 treasury notes has been put to death here after more than 20 years in captivity.
In Ravensdale Washington a coal mine disaster left 31 men dead and 40 trapped after a dust explosion. Rescue teams faced heavy debris and gas with the entrance crowded by women and children. Four bodies were recovered and five more were fatally burned before reserves dwindled.
Rome reports the Italian steamship Bosnia has sunk after a submarine strike under the Austrian flag. Passengers and crew escaped in four lifeboats with three landed. the fate of the fourth boat's occupants remains unknown. A second item notes Fielding J. Graham of Albany Missouri losing a foot after he fell beneath a train during a fraternity initiation stunt.
Kalamazoo Michigan reports the death of former United States Senator Julius Caeser Burrows at his home on Tuesday He was born in 1827 in Northeast Erie County Pennsylvania and spent most of his life in Michigan He served in the House of Representatives until 1893 and in the Senate from 1839 to 1911 He was temporary chairman of the 1908 Republican national convention and later named to the national monetary commission
The state department sent a cable to Ambassador Penfield in Vienna requesting complete details from Austria Hungary on the sinking of the Italian steamer Ancona. Secretary Lansing said the Austrian marine ministry statement lacked information and Penfield would obtain all available facts.
A severe earthquake rattled Avezzano causing loud underground explosions and two cloudbursts. The tremor produced considerable damage and disrupted the area. Paris and Navy observers noted the event.
Jefferson City Missouri November 18 The public service commission approved a half cent increase in passenger fare per mile and a five percent rise in freight charges for Missouri railroads, raising transportation costs for travelers and shippers.
Rome reports the Austro Hungarian admiralty statement condemning the sinking of the Italian liner Ancona. The submarine fired before the steamer fled, then torpedoed after passengers evacuated, with many still aboard as lifeboats were lowered. Germany has opened hostilities against Italy without a formal declaration of war.
Frank K Jackson, cashier at Northwestern University and Evanston church superintendent, fled with an estimated $21000 shortage from his books. He left a wife and two daughters in a new home as auditors continue examining accounts. He had recently invested heavily in war stocks that had fallen in value.
Three Austrian planes dropped 16 bombs on Verona killing 28 and wounding 31 as property damage was slight. The Verona raid followed Shakespearean ties to the city and the war office released the casualty figures. Also, Mrs Leon Nussbaum died in Anderson Indiana when an automobile left the road at a bridge approach.
The British steam ship Indian Monarch on a New York to Auckland voyage was abandoned in flames about 420 miles north of St. Helena on November 17. The captain and 17 crew members were rescued after landing ashore.
President Wilson outlined with his cabinet a legislative program for the next session. Expected measures include a strong defense, merchant marine build up, foreign cooperation through selling agencies, natural resource conservation, foreign bank access for member banks, and revenue legislation to raise 100 million dollars. Rumors floated cabinet changes include Redfield possibly leaving and Houston or Carl Vrooman eyed for agriculture. Fiscal plans aim to raise funds via targeted taxes without reopening the Underwood tariff.
New York November 17 John Purroy Mitchel mayor of Greater New York was taken from his home to Roosevelt hospital and operated on for appendicitis. His condition is serious though he had been ailing for some time. The mayor is thirty seven years old and unable to perform his official duties.
David Starr Jordan head of International peace congress told President Wilson a quasi formal meeting of neutral nations may be held before Christmas at The Hague Berne or Copenhagen to attempt to bring peace in Europe.
A recent Zeppelin raid on London killed 184 people at the Lyceum Theatre as bombs struck during a performance. J J Teere, a ship owner returning from England, reports the figures and cites the attack as part of the latest air raid_news.
Berlin reports success at Monte San Michele with Italian assault penetrating the position but ultimately being largely repulsed. The official statement notes heavy losses on both sides and limited gains for the attacked force.
Changes from the Thirty-sixth general assembly tighten nomination paper deadlines for state judicial and legislative races and county and city offices. Absent voters will use a new pamphlet and ballots issued up to 25 days before elections, with the presidential primary next April first test.
Politicians question if the presidential preference primary will supplant the state convention. Debates center on whether delegates are chosen at county or state levels and if a state convention remains needed for official nominations and other business.
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