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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1912
Page
3
The article explains how large gold shipments are safeguarded on ocean liners. Strong rooms are steel lined with double locks and government seals. Two keys, separate custody, and thrice daily checks secure shipments, with armed guards by the pier and constant watch aboard.
From William Magslin’s Bayonne, New Jersey hive the bees swarmed when police were called to round them up. Policeman Loohy advanced on the recalcitrant bees and was stung along with many others as he removed his helmet. Edmond Is bills helped coax the insects away and restore the hive.
In Pittsburgh an Italian named Fanelli was shot five times by Mantino after being urged to stand up during a heated lovers' quarrel outside a shop. The fatal confrontation arose from a local romantic feud.
A letter believed blown from Bush Illinois by a tornado was found on a distant farm forty miles away. It was postmarked Pittsburgh and contained drafts totaling 131 dollars. The Italian writing was to Luigi Curinga and postal authorities will try to locate him.
In New York Mrs. Caroline Falconer Butterfield places a unique clause in her will restricting Dororthy Bullard Smith from marrying a McKeague without trustee approval. Six codicils govern the granddaughter who spends much of her life in London. If the rule is violated the estate funds go to six charities. Smith may access the income until age thirty unless she marries against the will.
Philadelphia man William Elton earned his pay and was given 16 cents by his wife for Sunday spend. He spent 10 cents and faced a beating. Magistrate Morris fined both parties for assault and battery. The husband was warned for lacking leadership at home.
The Alliance Francaise and University of Paris will establish a new faculty to teach French from its origins to modern usage, aiding 3,000 foreign students mainly at the Letters faculty. A land plot near the Left Bank is proposed, with a 120000 capital stock formed by the Society of Friends of the Alliance Francaise.
Samuel Krampler, a Harlem baker, lost balance at work and fell into a dough mixer with revolving knives. He was instantly killed.
Augustus Laubach died while playing Nearer My God to Thee on the piano at his Scranton residence. The incident occurred as he performed the sacred hymn, according to initial reports.
The Cincinnati Reds center fielder Marsans dominates attention among fans and Cuban readers. Marsans, pale yet sun tanned, stars in games while Reds manager praises his ambitious drive and skills. A notable catching play saved runs in a key second game, and author Hank Olay champions the Cuban talent.
Joe Jackson argues in the Washington Post that Gandil cost about 15000 dollars including four players and cash, comparing him to Russell's Baltimore to Athletics deal. Gandil’s addition produced a strong fielding profile and a likely .280 batting average, and his impact covered the club’s revenue and win streak.
An editorial in the Sporting News argues against banning slides to first base. It cites Brick Owens’s strict no slide rule and defends the play as not more dangerous than stealing infield slides. The piece contends officials overstep by forbidding a common tactic.
The Highlanders bought Guy Zinn from Altoona last year. He climbed from a rookie to a regular outfielder in three days, despite initial doubts about big league caliber. His strong hitting and wide outfield coverage show promise, even as the team struggles this season.
Washington regulars Gandil and Milan hit over .300 while George Roche leads Pelican batters. Lavender shows pitching promise with O Toole and Marquard as scalps. Titus thrives for Boston. Miller used as pinch hitter by Phillies. Cobb homers were odd. 45 feet to a house roof. Cubs fans refrain from grand gestures after initial Giants win. Regh, bought from Red Sox, now in St Paul with a looser. Pfiester pitches for Middletown independent club. Griffith promotes hit and run as standard tactic. Orth shines as Virginia league umpire and may reach majors. Reds slump presages storm as they vow to slug soon. Coombs sports harnesses as ad hoc dopples. Johnny Evera rumored to return. infielders eye 6. Perdue fired. Kling seizes control over players. Crandall tops NL rough-play charges. Athletic not cold-footed, says Barry.
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