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Newspaper
Telegraph Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1909
Page
12
In a public statement Judge Gaynor rebukes newspapers for garbling and forging his remarks made during a lengthy campaign. He says he had little to add beyond compliments to editors and proprietors while defending his right to a fair hearing.
Ohio voters produced a varied outcome with Cleveland mayor Tom L. Johnson defeated by Herman C. Baehr by about 3500. Toledo elected independent Mayor Whitlock for a third term. Cincinnati backed the Republican city ticket led by Dr. Louis Schwab. Other cities swung Democrats or Republicans as noted.
Herman C. Baehr wins the Cleveland mayoral contest by a margin over 4,000 votes, defeating Tom L. Johnson who served four terms. The result ends Johnsons 3-cent streetcar fare campaign and signals a settlement of the street railway war with terms for a six per cent stock return and fare reductions. Johnson plans another mayoral bid in two years.
Governor Draper narrowly defeats William Vahey with 164,351 to 156,397 votes from 911 districts. Boston charter plan 2 passed by about 8,000. plan 2 creates nonpartisan mayoral selection, four year term, recall option, and a nonpartisan nine member city council.
Patrick Hen McCarthy elected mayor of San Francisco by about 2,000 votes with Crocker and Beraccret close behind. F. J. Heney defeated for district attorney by a large majority after leading graft investigation. Fickert, a reformer, had opposed Heney and previously worked in the prosecutor's office.
Louisville broadcast reports James I. Grinstead defeats Democratic mayoral candidate W. O. Head by about 2000 votes. Democrats win the council and county offices. Legislative results give Democrats veto-proof control over Governor Wilson. Voters also back Democratic slate in municipal races.
In Spokane Washington more than 150 Industrial Workers of the World members were arrested for disturbing the peace by speaking on the streets without permission. Riots were feared but leaders pledged no night gatherings on the Recount of range and disorder.
Statewide results show a likely division of the Assembly with a narrow party majority. Rough figures indicate roughly 45 of 150 members elected from one party pledging loyalty to leadership, while the balance align with the opposition.
Political maneuvering around the direct primary plan favors Governor Hughes as the measure gains momentum. In the prior legislature session only 28 assembly members from both parties supported it, marking a partial victory for the governor amidst shifting party lines.
Baltimore observers report that interest in the state ticket is eclipsed by the proposed constitutional amendment to disfranchise Black voters. Republicans claim the amendment is defeated by about 6,000 to 10,000 at midnight.
Brand Whitlock was reelected mayor of Toledo for a third term on Tuesday. He headed a largely independent ticket, achieving a large plurality of about 4,500 over Republican opponent Davis, far above the margin two years ago.
Providence reports a GOP gain with Pothier defeating Arnold by at least 5006 votes. Republicans also tilt toward a majority in the state assembly. In Buffalo, city voters approve a Des Moines plan charter by a 3 to 1 margin, prompting a legislative request.
Jacksonville, II, Nov. 3. Jacksonville went dry by a two to one margin. The prior dry vote carried 774. In Mound City, Ohio, Nov. 3, the city voted wet by 149, ending two years of dry status.
Miss Ada Willmers daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Willmers of 25 Grant avenue married Dr Walter C Bower United States meat inspector in a small Tuesday ceremony conducted by Rev H D Atchison The couple left for Chicago and Minneapolis for a wedding trip and will reside at 1018 Iowa street in a home furnished by the groom.
The North Bros. theater company presented Molly Bawn on Wednesday in Dubuque to a signal success. The Irish comedy centers on Ted’s wooing of Molly Bawn and the modern, heartwarming, humorous situations throughout the play.
The brick, roofing, painting and carpenter contracts for the St Josephs College auditorium and chapel are awarded to Ellis Dietrich Klauer Mfg Co Czizek and Ulrich Willey respectively.
The funeral of Jacob Peryon was held Wednesday morning from his residence at nine o'clock to Sacred Heart church and Mt. Calvary cemetery. The large attendance reflected the esteem in which he was held. Pallbearers were Thos Conlin, Michael Wilberding, John Sand, John B Mettel, George Kern, and Michael Adam.
Rev. A. M. Brunner of Chicago known as the Illinois Cyclone will address men and boys at the YMCA Sunday afternoon in the assembly room, drawing members and visitors to the event.
Civil service examination for positions in the census department was held Wednesday at the Federal building. The event drew applicants seeking government work and followed standard testing procedures.
Gases released by ignition of ordinary gunpowder reach about 2000 times the bulk of the powder burned. In blasting, only five to thirty percent of the theoretical explosive strength is utilized to achieve the blast effect.
A statement that a large majority of good and respectable women succeed without the assistance of chaperons highlights independence and self reliance among women in modern society.
A quip notes that a woman may stir a quarrel with her husband to be proven wrong, cry, and receive a consolation gift from him, illustrating a cynical view of marital exchanges.
The latest estimate places the population of England and Wales at 35,350,000, up from 31,517,000 a decade ago, reflecting growth across regions and demographic shifts over ten years.
Stars of the National Game baseball song showcases Mable Hite and Mike Donlin in vaudeville with Anna Caldwell music. Performers render verses about teams like the Giants Cubs Pirates and Doves with copyright details and rights reserved by Jerome H. Remick & Co. Murray Music Co. listed.
Secretary Hedley and Secretary Martin unite to urge the House River and Harbor Committee to stop in Dubuque on its Mississippi trip. If they accept, businessmen plan a grand reception with motor tours and a hotel banquet. Speakers may address the Dubuque Club, signaling Dubuque’s regional importance.
The YWCA hosted an All Hallowe en function with festive decor. German Catholic parishes plan a Sunday procession to Mt Calvary cemetery for the Way of the Cross. Mt Olivet vault work nears completion with artistic results. Du buquets enjoyed ideal weather as merchants report active trade and a continued pleasant pattern forecast.
Cadets in the city training class filled vacancies caused by teachers departing for Des Moines to attend a state meeting. Mr Nicholas Gonner spoke at the Casino on Tuesday evening about his travels abroad. Domestic Science work at the local YWCA continues to attract interest with satisfactory class membership.
City charity groups begin appeals for Thanksgiving dinners to aid the needy, with plans to serve those in need on the holiday.
Dominican fathers conduct a mission at Holy Ghost church with very large attendance. Y M C A membership shows boom with Secretary Eads reporting more new members this year than any prior year in the institution’s history.
Average rainfall in Siberia totals about sixty days per year across its vast regions, indicating a pattern of intermittent wet seasons rather than heavy year round precipitation.
How Much Of Your Heat Goes Up the Chimney That's the question that should interest every stove buyer. A pound of coal will generate heat but unless your base burner is properly constructed most heat goes out the chimney. Acorn Stoves have the largest radiating surface and produce the greatest heat from a given coal. People of taste admire Acorn Stoves for beauty symmetry and fine finish suitable for a neat refined home. Acorn Stoves have all the good qualities of other stoves and none of their defects. You owe it to yourself to examine their merits before making your stove purchase.
Many buyers flock to a steel range sale offering first class ranges at unusually low prices. The opportunity promises substantial savings for shoppers seeking durable cooking appliances.
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