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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1914
Page
1
Vienna reports and Bosnian Sarajevo dispatches detail martial law after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and Duchess Sophie. The event triggers student unrest, anti-Serb demonstrations, and widespread royal condolences as authorities seek calm amid tensions in Austria Hungary and Serbia.
Bosnian capital Sarajevo reports the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand and his wife Duchess of Hohenberg by a student after a bomb aimed at their royal car failed. The couple died within minutes, after returning from a visit to the provinces of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The act follows a targeted bombing and indicates conspiracy involving Servian groups.
Miss Eleanor Perry the American dramatic soprano, formerly of Chicago and granddaughter of Perry H Smith, sang Thais successfully at Enghien Paris. Mrs. William H Moore led a large party from London with a dinner at Negresco's. Giulio Gatti-Casazza, Met Opera manager, uses Paris as summer HQ at 11 Rue Basfano while scouting new artists.
Milwaukee Wis June 29 Twenty one men were badly burned none fatally at the head of a new intake water tunnel this forenoon. An explosion caused by gas accumulation occurred 2000 feet from shore and 100 feet underground. The tunnel was not damaged.
In Chicago on June 29 a continued run on the North Avenue State Bank drew about 300 customers, many foreigners, as confidence in Lorimer Munday bank failures spreads. The Continental & Commercial Trust Savings Bank provided $300,000 to the bank but could not reassure depositors. Vice President Munday disclosed family deposits exceeding a million in the La Salle Street bank, claiming no intent to ruin relatives or himself.
London reports Lloyd's register shows sail vessels nearly displaced by steamers. Sail ships number 6694 of 3,809,838 tons, while steamers reach 23,897 vessels totaling 7,414,? reading off the article. The special sign S before steamship names has been dropped, marking the shift in sea business.
Geneva Illinois June 29 Prosecutor Pyers opened the case saying Tony Petras murdered Theresa Hollander in the Aurora graveyard when he learned she would marry another man. Petras defense hinted the killer may have been a mysterious automobile as cross examination of Dr J W Dryer began.
At Oyster Bay on June 29 President Roosevelt rode a Ferstan gelding for a long canter and declared I feel bully. By noon he dictated letters and telegrams from friends and political associates about his health showing no obvious illness despite earlier concerns.
Paris June 29 The project envisions a Pan American society in Paris modeled on Washingtons institution. Led by R L Lomba consul general of Uruguay the center would foster mutual friendship and knowledge of American life to expand commerce and influence across Europe. backed by Uruguay and supported by Argentina Brazil Chile and Bolivia with Canada cautious and Mexico not invited.
Chicago, June 20 Ira Nelson Morris of Chicago backed by Senator Lewis will likely be appointed minister to Sweden. The post is now vacant.
Sam Stickney a 24 year old Davenport native was killed during training for motorcycle races at the Davenport mile track. He reportedly traveled about 65 miles per hour, lost control near the west turn, struck a post, and was killed instantly after a crash into the dirt and posts. Survived by his wife, Stickney had won local races this season and was slated to compete on July Fourth. His funeral will be held at 327 East Fourteenth Street.
In Midhurst Sussex the Rev F Tatchell vicar offers lodgings at a penny a week to the genuinely poor. He has converted an old vicarage to provide bed sit rooms, aiming to counter higher bids from almshouse auctions and relieve official competition from the town charity commissioners.
Washington June 29 Senate military committee favorably reported the Chamberlain resolution authorizing the president to recruit the army to war strength exceeding statutory limitation. Senators Thompson Hughes Lea Clapp and Kenyon were appointed to investigate charges of misuse of senate stationery tied to a gold mine promotion. The Lever bill designed to eliminate gambling features in the cotton exchange passed the Senate.
John Cozad age 23 killed by fist fight with brother William Cozad age 19 near Wilton Iowa after a family feud over money. The younger struck first, fatally injuring his brother, then moved the body to a farm house and later drove to Tipton to surrender to the sheriff.
A toe less sandal with high French heels arrives in London stores for afternoon and evening wear. It can be worn with or without stockings and comes in many colors. The style has not yet appeared in streets or tea rooms.
Immense damage reported after a sudden cloud burst last evening in Sumatra near Batavia Java. Weather disaster hit homes and fields causing widespread destruction and rapid emergency response. Local officials assess mud and debris flows, with preliminary estimates pending.
El Paso reports say Villa’s army blocked by ammunition shortages after returning from Zacatecas to Torreon. Estrangement with Carranza cited as reason for blocking imports of cartridges and artillery shells through Tampico, amid US embargo closures at the border. Conference in Washington fears a recess unless Carranza commits to meeting Huerta delegates and US representatives on provisional government plans.
Racing cars entered for the Davenport mile track meet on July 4 and 5 arrive in the city. Joe Dawson’s No 8 Indy winner from 1912, now owned by W H Horn, will be driven by Demon Walker to attempt the local track record of one minute. John Ison will drive a Pope Hartford in several races. Exibitions by Elmer Diets, the motorcyclist, are planned.
The president will take no action on the strike situation in Butte. Pending further developments federal troops will not be moved from Vancouver barracks to Fort Missoula to be ready in case of trouble for the present.
Chicago reports the black belt champion Johnson failed to elicit celebrations after defeating Frank Moran in 20 rounds. The defeat stirred little fanfare across the colored district, with few fans acknowledging the win and little betting on Johnson.
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