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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1908
Page
5
In Columbus on September 4 W. J. Bryan read President Roosevelt's letter about Haskell but declined to comment. He then departed for Cincinnati at 10 27 a m to deliver several speeches along the train route.
New York September 24 The democratic national committee will take no action on charges against Governor Haskell while Bryan conducts an investigation. Committeemen express hope the treasurer resigns unless he can clear himself of all allegations.
Hearst is slated to deliver the keynote at the state Independence party convention in this city. Leaders say he will present more letters on the Haskell Monnett controversy and may focus his campaign on the state ticket rather than a national run. Last year Independence candidates for the court of appeals polled about 120000 votes.
Governor Haskell treasurer of the Democratic National Committee spoke via the Associated Press to William Randolph Hearst. He criticized Hearst’s attitude in the current campaign and addressed charges that Haskell sought to influence Ohio Attorney General Monnett to dismiss suits against the Standard Oil Company.
Dayton Ohio September 24 William J Bryan was greeted by an ovation on arrival at 12 26 pm. He will answer President Roosevelt's letter later but today he is busy with speeches. He traveled from Cincinnati to Dayton to a triumphal reception and will give two addresses after a luncheon at Phillips House.
Ghannestown, W. Va., Sept. 24. The Lincoln Republican state committee withdrew the gubernatorial ticket citing fear of weakening the Taft electoral ticket with two Republican tickets in the field. They decline to endorse William Te. Glaascock, alleging his selection was dictated by Senator Elkins amid a backdrop of political maneuvering at The Hidden Hand at The Waterloo tonight.
In Omaha on September 24 Mrs. B Edwards of 1823 North Twenty Fourth Street delivered twin daughters, six months and four days after her first child, a Winshood girl. The birth total weighed ten pounds, Edwards’ wife 18, born in Omaha, in excellent health. The couple, married less than two years, drew wide notice as a rare, record breaking case. In New York on the same date A O Brown and Lewis Ginter, young stock exchange members of the suspended firm A O Brown Co, were expelled from the exchange.
National League faceoff between New York and Chicago ends in turmoil after a suspended tie on September 23. Umpires report a 1 1 tie score and unable finish, Chicago declares forfeit at Force Grounds as New York police prepare to prevent disorder.
Taft, feeling hoarse but in fine shape, spoke from a rear platform at Beloit after a night rest in the Taft special. Dr Richardson warned of throat work, yet over 5,000 greeted him. Congressman Cooper introduced him at breakfast as he urged laborers and pledged continued Republican labor policy.
Madison dispatch notes Senator La Follette extolling Taft at the Farmers National convention, praising his temperament, service, and progressive principles. The Wisconsin rally boosted unity within the party and influenced momentum. Separate New York game recap shows Brown and Jag applauded as King Wiltze and Bresnahan led Chicago and New York. score 2-0, 6-0, 0-0 by innings.
Taft arrives in Janesville Wisconsin met by a large depot crowd and truant officer. Goutell of Chicago, a congressman, assists in handling a troublesome boy, Tad, while Taft, short of breath, and amid crowd chatter, faces political questions. Nearby incidents include Charles Clinton’s arrest for theft and local business notes.
Washington Oregon California Idaho Wyoming Colorado look to carry Taft and Sherman in the first canvass of the far west under Hitchcock. A northwest cold wave may bring relief from heat with snow reported near Calgary Alberta. Min 92 max 36 in the region with Medicine Hat Edmonton and Winnipeg experiencing cold weather.
Night school begins Monday evening October 5 at Waterloo College of Commerce offering bookkeeping banking penmanship spelling arithmetic shorthand typewriting and related commercial courses. Enroll by visiting Fowler building opposite street car waiting stations or call 62-x10:5 for details.
At Denyer Iowa on September 24 Frank Geier of Waterloo fell into a deep basement while at the annual farmers’ picnic. He sustained a deep head gash, was unconscious, treated, and later recovered enough to be moved home. He works as a bokermaker helper at Illinois Central shops.
A 22 year old farmer near Mt Auburn, W. L. Dixon, was arrested at his home on forgery charges after confessing to forging checks totaling over $800. Detective A. P. Houston and Chief E. A. Leighton led the case with help from the police. Dixon admitted cashing several forged checks at multiple banks and was jailed awaiting grand jury action. Additional notes mention a milk producers meeting and local civic items.
Manila reports a severe central Philippines typhoon with wires prostrated and limited damage details. The storm, which moved into the China Sea, left evident disaster across the island group. Independences Oregon notes the start of a field trial with many northwest sportsmen and renowned dogs. San Francisco reports governorship election registration closing, about 7,000 voters short.
A Maca passenger train wreck east of Carthage Missouri killed the engineer and fireman and injured thirty six passengers. The eastbound local ran at high speed around a sharp curve, derailed, vaulting cars into the Syring river. The engine plunged fifty feet, turned over twice, and several cars followed into the river. A large medical party from Carthage and Joplin treated injuries described as cuts and bruises.
A dense fog in Uttes New York morning caused a west bound fast mail train to collide with the Wear Shore passenger train halted one block west of Little Falla. Injuries confined to three railway postal clerks. passengers were shaken but unharmed. News moves to Indianapolis where interurban officials discuss wireless telegraphy, lightning arresters, track bracing and electric return circuits at a Claypool Hotel gathering. Her Last Face at The Syndicate s tonight.
Grundy Center September 24 Special Albert Vasey a Grundy county farmer about 60 years old died beside the ford leading to his home four miles north of Grundy Center. He suffered a heart attack while driving home alone after delivering grain. The wagon and team stood nearby, his head rested on his arm, and there was no sign of struggle. He is survived by a widow Haelenveg, and one son and one daughter.
President Samuel Gompers testified in a contempt case against the American Federation of Labor officials. He said detectives employed by the National Manufacturers' Association repeatedly followed him and that an emissary named Brodenbure offered a bribe in New York to betray labor and align with manufacturers.
Judge Ransier presided as six divorce cases were ordered for decree by default at Blackhawk county court. Plaintiffs proved up with witnesses while defendants offered no contest. Names include Maude M Washburn and Pred Washburn. John Osgood and Dertha Osgood. Sadie J Nelson and W L Nelson. Martha Pattes and Thajbert Pattee. Eva Morse and Amasa Morse. Emile C Smith and Martin M Smith. Adjoined to Friday morning, with Latimer of Tipton visiting for several days.
Frank Shorcliffe, once imprisoned in Iowa, is sentenced to 25 years at Canyon City. Morris, handcuffed, leapt from a car as it neared the penitentiary. A prior daring robbery of a diamond dealer marks his notorious criminal record. In Lincoln, bankers gather for the Nebraska Bankers Association convention opening with plans and a speech on bank deposit guarantees by Professor J Laurence Laughlin.
A massive carved stone canopy block weighing about 3 1/2 tons was hoisted into place at the entrance of Waterloo's new high school building and manual training department. Contractors Stuke & Register oversaw the operation, with Chicago carved stone shipped for installation. Cement work on the structure progressed, the addition fronts 121 feet on Mulberry and 87 on Sixth, under supervision of J N Swortzer for the school board.
Ackley on Sept 24 celebrates Sauerkraut Day with thousands visiting to honor the crop’s principal product. Free entertainments abound as a large kraut dinner and over 1,000 pounds of wieners fuel the crowd. Town decor and merriment mark a banner cabbage harvest in the region.
Knights Templars from across Oregon have arrived in Grants Pass for the annual Grand Commandery conclave. The session opens with several hundred visitors as parade and competitive drills headline the events. A reception banquet and other functions round out the entertainment program.
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