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Newspaper
Sioux County Herald
Location
Orange City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1916
Page
2
The article discusses stereoscopic vision and depth perception observed when one eye is closed, explaining how two fields combine into a single view. It mentions a charter amendment, timber and pulp estimates, a German torch for underwater cutting, and various scientific and industrial innovations from several countries.
Reports say the Winois Central plans double tracking from Fort Dodge to Duncombe and Webster City to Highview. Work has begun widening the right of way, with grading and dirt moving along the Fort Dodge line and the Sioux City branches to handle heavier eastbound traffic.
On the stand Wilkerson testified he accused Senator Jones of involvement in the Moore murders. He said he met Joe Aldrich on a train and discussed evidence linking Jones to the crime. Wilkerson claimed he believed Jones was at the bottom of it and sought to prove it.
A Mississippi Valley era transcript describes Mrs Alice Willard testifying about seeing five men near the Joe Moore home the night of the eight Villisca murders She overheard phrases about money and Joe first and named several suspects while recounting a long silence and fear of violence afterward
Reports from Cherokee and nearby towns describe the fatal shooting of farmer Joe Pruitt four miles south of Aurelia by Jim Elmore. Pruitt died within hours after Elmore fired five shots, fled, and was later captured with a claimed confession. Investigations note no stated motive.
Alfred Thom, chief counsel for the Advisory Board, urged a new system of federal and state regulation to expand railroad capital and build facilities. He argued current rules favor control and punishment over constructive support, risking insufficient transport and higher living costs. He noted scarce new rail mileage and regional inequities, insisting credit is needed to develop undeveloped areas.
In Chicana on November 24 Anthony Caminetti commissioner of the immigration department pledged a job for every woman who wants to work. He outlined a plan to use women's organizations as a clearinghouse linking job seekers with openings through local cooperative committees and government clerks. Holland to issue 125 million guilders loan at seven dollars with four percent interest. Lincoln Neb state pure food chairman Harmon says he will not seek reappointment.
Washington says proposed food embargo is a domestic issue and not an international matter. Federal agents may act only as a public safety measure, with no government views on the subject. Officials note foreign governments would not object to such action if needed for safety.
A voluminous report alleges collusion between wholesalers and retailers to push food prices higher. The document cites a case where a product’s price rose one cent per pound at wholesale and five cents at retail, with agents interviewing consumers, wholesalers, manufacturers, and farmers across midwestern cities. The report was forwarded to U S District Attorney Charles F Clynely Hinton and Justice Department official G Clabaugh, head of Chicago's bureau, for grand jury review.
New York November 14 authorities from federal state and city moved to ease rising living costs. A justice department team completed a coal price study and prepared a report for Attorney General Gregory. Officials predict action by several state AGs, while District Attorney Swann cites food speculators as the cause. Mayor Mitchell to seek legislative relief.
Vienna dispatch reports Emperor Charles I pledges to continue fighting to secure the existence and development of the empire. He asserts harmony with his people and vows to banish war's horrors while awaiting favorable conditions from allies and enemies. Archduke Francis of Austria Hungary will assume the title Emperor and King Charles I.
President Wilson will observe Thanksgiving at the White House with his family as turkeys raised for the president begin arriving. Selected birds will grace the White House table while the rest are distributed to the poor, with some crates sent from Oklahoma and other sources.
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