25 Aug 1913
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Newspaper
Sheboygan Press
Location
Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1913
Page
1
A Sunday service at the church on Elm Avenue was announced with pastor Evgeny and theme details. Enthusiastic welcome urged attendees to join the service at 10 o clock with the minister leading the True Gospel.
The village of Sheboygan Falls reaches population 1630 and votes October 7 to become a first class city under Wisconsin law. Officials named include Mayor-elect T L Boldt, trustees, clerk O Chaplin, and treasurer E C Jehner. The town lists growing industry, improved streets, and the Sheboygan County News as local paper.
The Sheboygan Press announces a four thousand dollar prize circulation contest where every entrant earns a ten percent commission on subscriber orders. Early receipt books are available at the Press office, with names of candidates to be published soon. The campaign emphasizes equal opportunity, broad territory, and strong community support to drive participation.
A long list of Italian vendetta killings and suspected crimes spans 1907 to 1913 in Milwaukee with victims including Vincenzo Ferari Dominic Morocai Frank Ring Ali and John Sorce. The period is marked by mob violence and police bafflement with survivors wounded or acquitted and many letters of no motive given.
Muskegon Michigan August 25 Abatine at Crere gale on Lake Michigan forced the Niagara Perry flagship to Muskegon harbor. A U S cutter Wolverine Me Harsha aided the tow but the damaged vessels faced uncertain harbor entry. Captain Morrison commanded the party attempting to enter the harbor.
Associated Press notes Aug 25 report showing butter prices higher across markets as producers adjust to demand and supply shifts. Analysts expect continued fluctuation with potential effects on consumer groceries and bakery costs.
Thaw will be deported following a dispute with jail authorities in Sherbrooke Quebec. The AP says rumors of his money corrupting courts officials and immigration officers are baseless and groundless, with no truth to the stories circulating.
Kota Cook Quebec August 25 William Traverse Jerome arrived en route to Sherbrooke to secure the extradition of Harry K Thaw to the state of New York.
La Crosse Wis August 25 Alleging his wife is in the habit of beating him severely Charles Engelstad a young married man has returned home to his father and started divorce proceedings He claims she beat him into unconsciousness on one occasion in the incident reported filed for divorce in this city
Washington officials expect a tightened defense of the administration currency bill in the house. Democrats on the currency committee say the bill will pass with little change as bankers’ amendments were already considered. The main goal is to secure support for the plan, including debates on reserve requirements and bank locations.
President Roosevelt arrived in Chicago on August 25 touring briefly before departing for Oyster Bay. A large delegation met him and he visited a clubhouse for a self serve luncheon during the short stopover.
New York Aug 25 The indictment of Charles F Murphy leader of Tammany Hall Aaron J Levi leader of the democratic majority in the assembly and James Frawley chair man of the committee which investigated Gov Sulzers campaign contributions has been requested by Lyn J Arnold of Albany an ardent Sulzer supporter The indictment of the three leaders is asked by many persons represented by Judge Arnold They claim a conspiracy to remove Sulzer from the governorship and Judge Arnold repeats that money was freely used to achieve this result.
A north area can expect showers tonight or Tuesday. Temperatures rise tonight and cool down on Tuesday.
President Wilson said he would personally read his address to Congress tomorrow unless Huerta changes stance in Mexico. He planned to discuss the message with Senate, foreign relations, and House foreign affairs committees. He aims to show the world the Mexican situation is abnormal amidst pressure from foreign powers.
London authorities moved to cancel or delay all engagements for the American boxer Jack Johnson amid rising resentment. The postponement was reported today and is expected to become permanent if Johnson’s appearances are not canceled.
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