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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1907
Page
5
Former Treasury Secretary Leslie M. Shaw argues in New York that fundamental wealth sources such as farms, mines, forests, factories, railways, and wages remain strong. He warns against panic over present economic fears, notes the need for confidence, and doubts that tariffs or currency changes will quickly alter the system.
New York reports say Richard Croker, the former Tammany leader, will not arrive in the United States until late November. He states the trip is strictly business and not political, and he fears his presence during the campaign could influence voters.
New York reports a tight money market leaving about 1,000,000 in funds to cover nearly 4,000,000 in pressing obligations. Contractors awaiting payment threaten to halt public works, signaling a serious municipal financial strain.
Edward Hugo Colell a Brooklyn real estate dealer disappeared from Rockaway Park after a late night swim. A wireless message to his family reported he was aboard the steamer Haron bound south, a mystery how he reached the ship. Also, Mrs. S. M. Cook traveled to Galesburg Illinois to be with her sister’s husband Reverend Brown who is gravely ill.
In Provincetown Massachusetts a cornerstone for a Pilgrims landing monument will be laid tomorrow with President Roosevelt Governor Guild and other notables in attendance. The Mayflower yacht will anchor at 2 o clock and ceremonies will be held atop Town Hall with Ambassador Bryce Senator Lodge and Congressman Levering among speakers followed by a banquet and literary events.
Three people died and two were injured when a New York to Pittsburgh express struck a auto at Ashley Falls crossing near North Barrington Massachusetts yesterday. The dead include Charles Root piano supply maker of Bristol and mine owner Mrs. Joel Root and Miss Roberts. Injured are Miss Mary Root and Miss Katherine Root.
London authority Jane’s Fighting Ships of 1907 ranks the United States as the world’s second strongest navy. Preface notes U S ships with long range power and invulnerability, even with older 40-calibre 12 inch guns. The volume includes readings on Mexico and Peru navies with eight-year ships and small cruisers.
Chicago reports the union’s demand unmet as brokerages refuse to sign. A 1:00 p.m. deadline nears with a threatened walkout for noncompliant firms. Messenger boys in Western Union and Postal back to work amid uncertain progress toward peace.
Washington reports outline the executive council hearing final representations on yearly labor disputes with Norfolk bound planning a report for the federation's November meeting. New Jersey delegates gather for the twenty ninth annual labor federation convention as routine business and finances are discussed. Helena leaders attend the annual state federation meeting amid expected record membership growth and major union matters to be addressed.
Twenty injured when passenger train No 3 struck a handcar at a switch near Keystone Iowa. Five in serious condition, ten already admitted to St Luke's Hospital, many passengers trapped and cars tumbled down a twenty foot embankment. Crews at the scene and medical aid rushed to care for the injured amid chaotic conditions.
Port Clinton Ohio August 19 riflemen of ability gather as national rifle association begins the interstate tournament. Forty seven state teams and 200 plus contenders compete for cash prizes and the national trophy with new entrants including Naval Academy and several states. Units from infantry cavalry and marine corps join the event as teams vie for top honors and strong prizes through the week.
A tramp who assaulted Alma, 11, daughter of Rev. J. M. White of Turnersville Pa, was captured near Wick at night and jailed in Meadville Pa. The incident occurred Saturday night as reported from Youngstown Ohio.
Attorney General Bonaparte meets with District Attorney Sims and his assistant to discuss testimony from the Standard Oil trial and to determine how evidence from Alton Railroad officials may affect immunity from prosecution. Judge Landis weighs the implications of the testimony.
Fort Wayne Indiana August 19 Dr M A Mason a Baptist leader and Law and Order League figure was attacked while inspecting a saloon for Sunday closing law violations. He was knocked through a plate glass window sustaining cuts and bruises but vowed to return next Sunday to again pursue violators.
Massillon Ohio dated Aug 13 reports Bantzy Mvery and boarding stable were burned along with two residences. Hostler Lawrence Lyne died from injuries, and 62 horses burned. Loss estimated at $100000. Separately, Saginaw Mich Aug 19 marks opening of a weeklong fiftieth anniversary celebration with parades, historical exercises, sports, aquatic contests and other festivities drawing visitors.
Secretary Taft has arrived in Columbus Ohio and will deliver a speech expected as the opening gun of his presidential campaign. The city is decorated in celebration, likely more elaborately than for McKinley’s welcome.
Marshalltown August 19 Special On a search warrant Constable Wilson uncovered twenty seven caves holding a large quantity of beer offered for sale by Herman Laurel. The warrant, filed by W H Austin of Laurel, notes a tax payment by Wilts.
Mia Emma Leach, sister of Cale Jim and Rob Younger linked to the James gang, died from injuries after a street car accident in Kansas City. She was 54. Sonoma: Trotting star Sonome Girl sold in Boston for 630,000 to Lotta Crabtree.
Phil Pawley a Minnesota Central foreman at Charles City with a friend went fishing near Guthard's mill four miles from town. He stepped into a hole and was swept by a whirlpool, unable to swim. Doctor Dennis, Floyd County coroner, ruled accidental drowning after about an hour of efforts to revive him. He left a wife and two children. Water included W H Jennish and Roger of Waterloo who helped after arriving.
Des Moines August 19 accidental capsizing of a small birch canoe at 2 30 Sunday afternoon left Roy Ratclift and his fiancée Minnie Howard dead near Thompson's head three quarters of a mile above the dam in the Des Moines river. Ratcliff died while trying to rescue the young woman whose excitement hindered him. Ratcliff was a clerk at the Great Western railway Des Moines freight office. Minnie Howard, daughter of Mr and Mrs G W Howard who run the Howard restaurant on Seventh between Locust and Grand, was known as Minnie Howard but was born as Cook in a former marriage.
Sumner resident William Miller 29 was killed Sunday night at 8:30 when mounting a Great Western freight near the depot he fell between cars. His head and limbs were severed. two fingers were later found. Miller, an unmarried son with a mother, father, sisters and brothers, moved to Sumner from Charles City years ago.
John Andrews is hired as advertising and subscription manager for Kimball's Dairy Farmer in Waterloo. He succeeds Bernard Brown who resigned to lead Security Land company, with M. J. Rule taking over Kimball advertising. Andrews has long worked in Iowa papers and will move to Waterloo soon, as Kimballs offer strong growth and salary prospects. The Osage News notes Andrews left Inland Type Foundry to join Kimball's dairy paper.
In New York on August 19 a price cutting battle unfolded among steamship lines heading to continental ports. The Russian Fast Asiatic and Russian Volunteer fleets cut steerage fares to 25 dollars, quickly matched by North German Lloyd, Hamburg-American, Holland America, and Red Star Line, lowering to 25 dollars before Russian lines pushed to 28 dollars.
Secretary Taft informs Mrs. Tucker that after careful review of papers related to charges against Lieut. Col. Tucker the evidence is not in its present form sufficient to warrant a court martial. The letter notes the decision was made before Taft left Washington.
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