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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1913
Page
19
Washington will deposit 25 to 50 million dollars in national banks in the south and west to ease money tightness as crops move. Secretary McAdoo will accept federal, state and municipal bonds and prime commercial paper as security, paying two percent interest, the first time such paper is used for government deposits.
Great Britain notified Washington that it will not participate in the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition in San Francisco. No reason was given, but tolls disputes over the Panama Canal are cited as a possible cause.
David Lamar, a New York stock broker, testifies about impersonating various individuals to obtain favors and influence. The testimony references his dealings with Edward York, a New York lawyer, and touches on advertising strategies and alleged crimes tied to debt and public safety concerns.
Caracas reports the Venezuelan federal council authorized President Juan Vicente Gomez to assume dictatorial powers amid Castro led revolt. Gomez telegraphed governors urging rapid, energetic action to crush rebels, pledging support and warning against adventurers. Governors promised full backing and some requested more arms and ammunition.
San Francisco reports the California railroad commission ordered reduced Wells Fargo express rates by 750000 dollars annually. All existing California rates are abolished. new rates to be devised and take effect on October 1.
Saskawon a member of the Saskatoon militia was discharged after trampling an American flag during a parade. Fellow regiment members threatened to resign if the removal action stood, with the incident prompting further disciplinary moves.
Severe storm drenches Delaware Gap area with seven and a half inches of rain on Friday from 12 20 to 3 00 pm causing damage estimated over 100000. No fatalities reported. Early vote on tariff bill looms as Senate targets swift action amid partisan tension. Brooklyn tragedy reports fire death of twelve children in Indian and cowboy dress in a disturbing incident. Harry K Thaw’s wife files voluntary bankruptcy in federal district court as assets are listed.
TMDVEE COLBA announces a new AOR process for treating low grade ores aimed at reducing the present cost of handling ore per ton. The claim notes operational efficiency and potential cost savings upon full implementation.
Washington witnessed a cyclone like storm that swept across the city injuring scores and destroying property. A three story B S Saul company office collapsed trapping fifteen people, three were killed and several rescued workers died trying to pull others free. The event halted trolley lines and government operations as rescuers worked amid debris.
Rumors of a dynamite plot tied to the copper mine strike swirl in Calumet after eight men are arrested at the Red Jacket shaft on Thursday night. The incident intensifies tensions as authorities probe possible violence associated with the labor dispute.
A Second Ward Alderman faced expulsion in Bien City amid charges tied to municipal election irregularities last April. The case involves alleged payouts and a contested inheritance connected to the late John Jado Avice. The hearing and outcomes remain pending with state authorities reviewing the matter.
Enraged hop field battle near Wheatland California pits 600 hop pickers led by the I W W against a sheriffs posse. Officers are killed and many wounded as armed men clash during a supper hour confrontation. Police and soldiers are en route to quell the trouble.
In Calcutta and across India anger over the mosque demolition for street works sparked protests. In Cawnpore a march with black flags led to clashes with police. 13 killed, 30 wounded, one officer shot, and 40 injured as police fired into the crowd during Sunday unrest.
Washington report notes four months of the extra session of the Democratic congress with tariff revision bills in early stages. Senate and house committees probe lobby investigations and currency legislation, as Republicans denounce President Wilson for pressing measures on a tired out congress amid Mexican issue interest.
Reported incidents include Geath Pratervea arrest amid a domestic dispute in New York. Porter Chariton to be moved from Hudson County jail to stand trial in Italy in August 1910. Donald Anderson injured in a rail yard accident. and Balkan peace talks with a looming armistice deadline. Also notes on a Knights of Columbus convention in Benton.
Washington officials indicate President Wilson will not decide a specific plan but moves toward friendly interference in Mexico. A house committee, with Secretary Bryan, weighs a 100000 appropriation to move Americans from danger. The aim is to prevent property damage and limit international friction while pursuing reparations.
An explosion at the Reading Iron Company east Brookside mine killed eighteen workers and injured two seriously. Thirteen died in the first blast, five perished in a second blast amid a rescue attempt. One rescuer survived. Gas and dynamite believed to be the cause.
Provisional President Huerta vows to break no interference in governing Mexico and will prevent foreign nationals from influencing the country. Interior Minister Aureliano Urrutia delivers the statement, stressing defense of sovereignty and noninterference in national affairs.
A mixed dispatch notes a North Coast Limited robbery thwarted near Homestake Montana with no losses. It reports a Chinook Montana wool sale of nearly 700000 pounds, a Shoshone irrigation meeting at Garland Montana and a $12000 Northwestern Wood products plant fire in Tecoma. It covers a fatal horse accident near Ely Nevada, a deadly shooting near Montrose Colorado, and a fatality at Reno area from a lightning storm. It also mentions Interior Secretary Lane addressing settlers at Powell Wyoming, a Woodmen of the World drill in Colorado Springs, and local rail contract remarks in Denver area. Other items note Kit Carson’s son leaving home and reports of Harry Flower’s rat infestation in Anaconda.
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