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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1916
Page
1
The United States faces a serious Turkish dispute with possible dispatch of battleships to the Eastern Mediterranean to protect American lives and property. Ankara’s reply is deemed unsatisfactory while Armenians and Syrians face persecution, risking Americans in remote Ottoman regions.
Dr Eldridge D Atwood of Woburn shot Dr Wilfred E Harris president of the Massachusetts College of Osteopathy in his Hotel Westminster Back Bay office, two hours after the death of Atwood's fiancée Dr Celia Adams of Brookline from an overdose. Atwood fled then was arrested at Adams's office and admitted motive rooted in a blocked marriage after Adams said Harris had wronged her.
Washington Secretary McAdoo announced that Robert W. Wooley has resigned as director of the mint to become director of publicity for the Democratic National Committee.
Cuba plans to request a loan of several U S naval officers to serve as instructors at Cuba's newly established naval academy. The move signals growing defense ties as Cuba expands its maritime training program and seeks expertise from the United States in naval education.
Washington Abram Elkus of New York was nominated by President Wilson to serve as ambassador to Turkey, succeeding Henry Morgenthau.
Bogota, Colombia signs a contract with a New York financial concern to borrow 5 million dollars for municipal funding. The agreement names Bogota as borrower and outlines the loan amount and involved parties.
A London registered American four masted schooner believed to carry petroleum and three Swedish steamers laden with pulp were captured by German torpedo boats and towed into Swinemunde.
Six of the nine barges that broke from four tugs in the hurricane were located off the Charleston coast. Three barges remain missing with about fifteen men aboard, as rescue operations continue.
An infantry band and a cavalry organization will depart Columbus New Mexico to provide music for General Pershing's field headquarters in Mexico, following his requests.
Conflicting reports say Villistas totaling about 200 have slipped from government lines along the Rio Florida bottoms and are moving toward Ojinaga and Las Escobas to raid the American border. Gen. Trevino ordered garrisons at Ojinaga and Piedras Negras to chase them, noting water and rainy season aid their movement. Civil Gov. Trevino also clarified the Hearst ranch seizure, stating cattle were detained to prevent border movement without duty. United States nickel value rises to 6 cents as European war pressures boost metal demand.
President Wilson signed a bill accepting on behalf of the government the log cabin where Abraham Lincoln was born near Hodgenville Kentucky. The finden marks the historic site as a national treasure and preserves it for future visitors and scholars.
Washington senate judiciary committee reported favorably on the president's nomination of congressman Hay to serve as judge of the United States Court of Claims.
A blaze at the Tatoi forest in Greece results in 32 deaths and destroys the king Constantine’s chateau and the crown prince’s residence. Royal authorities report extensive ruins and ongoing investigations into the fire cause.
Sioux City Daily News sold at auction to Gov. Arthur Capper of Kansas for 18000 dollars. Capper owns several Kansas publications.
U S labor commissioner J J Keegan warned that a railroad workers walkout could trigger immediate federal seizure of the rail system. He claimed the government is ready to operate lines within 24 hours and said most workers would vote for a strike while expecting a negotiated compromise on the eight hour day.
In an interview from Mexico City, Carranza says negotiations with Washington are satisfactory due to mutual goodwill. He would avoid war but would pursue it if necessary, and declines to discuss actions by Wilson or Latin mediators. He predicts reforms now in the constitutionalist program will be incorporated into Mexico's constitution.
Informal negotiations between the United States and Gen. Carranza show progress after Acting Secretary Polk and Mexican ambassador designate Eliseo Arredondo held their third conference. While officials declined comment, signals point to possibly submitting matters to a joint international commission.
St Louis grocer Frederick Hertel aged 52 fatally shot his estranged wife Cornelia Fleming Hertel 42 as she slept in Midland home with their 13 year old daughter Mabel Fleming present. He then killed himself with a gunshot to the head.
Ten thousand fireflies were released at night by schoolchildren before the imperial palace in a rare and beautiful salute to the emperor. The radiant display drew foreign observers and locals alike, marking a striking tribute in this month’s events.
The U S state department says neutrality and the three mile limit must be observed. The navy sent four torpedo boat destroyers to guard the coast near the Virginia Capes after reports that vessels believed to be allied cruisers shadow the area as the Deutschland nears its return voyage to Germany. Fast patrol boats equipped with rifles ready to pursue the undersea merchantman are reported off the Capes, belonging to Britain.
A French steamer Ville Du Havre delivered sixteen hundred tons of Spanish onions to New York pausing the voyage with an unusual cargo. The shipment drew curious attention as the onions were described as tears in transit.
A dynamite bomb exploded in a steam roller on Chicago's South Side injuring six men. Authorities blame labor trouble for the incident as investigators probe the blast for motives and safety lapses.
Several hundred delegates from metaliferous mining districts of the West and Middle West and from British Columbia attend the annual convention of the Western Federation of Miners in Great Falls Montana.
More than a thousand naval militiamen from Middle Western states sailed from the Philadelphia navy yard aboard the battleships Alabama and Rhode Island for their annual practice cruise.
Three bathers in the Detroit river drowned. Miss Clara Carr aged 19 and Law rence Gagnon aged 20 were pulled under by an undertow, while Leon White, 25, was seized by cramps.
A forest fire continues to rage near Athens at Tatos, damaging the summer residence of King Constantine of Greece. The blaze endangers surrounding woodland and prompts ongoing firefighting efforts.
Dr G L Watson of the Smithsonian Institute reports the discovery of a mastodon skeleton in the Liberty swamp of Outagamie county Wisconsin. The site was uncovered by clearings in the swamp and represents a significant paleontological find for the region.
G W Fettes and his brother Peter were shot and seriously wounded by two armed robbers who entered the Los Angeles grocery store as they prepared to close. The robbers escaped.
Milwaukee Wis. officials report 30 187 participants in the preparedness parade. The tally reflects a large civic turnout with local residents and organizations taking part in the event.
London reports advise that Jerusalem has closed all schools due to rapid spread of spotted typhus whooping cough and smallpox. The move underscores looming public health concerns and potential regional impact as authorities act to curb transmission.
An American firm has closed a contract with the Chinese government to construct eighty miles of boulevard in Pekin. The agreement outlines the build of major roadways linking key districts and is set to boost regional transport and commerce.
Washington American sheep raisers will receive about 75 million dollars for this year’s wool crop, as the department of agriculture states. Average June prices were 28.7 cents a pound, higher than for many years.
Near Webb City Missouri an automobile racing an interurban car turned turtle and crashed into a dwelling on the Joplin road. Miss Leona fes ter was killed Rex Wise suffered a broken back and Clyde Grove sustained internal injuries as the wreck left Wise in critical condition and possibly facing death.
Chillicothe Missouri W C Stewart remanded to jail without bail for trial at the September term of Livingston County circuit court charged with the murder of Carl S Schlobohm a student who was shot and killed in Stewart s office.
Lesson text outlines Paul's outfitted stay in Corinth with Aquila Priscilla and Silas, his tentmaking, and support from Philippi. It notes opposition from Jews, his call to the Gentiles, and Gallio’s ruling as a liberty moment for Christian preaching. Emphasizes gospel courage, spiritual duty, and confronting social evils.
Mrs Rost of Moore Avenue Washington Park Illinois shares relief from female troubles backache and nervous spells after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Liver Pills. She notes renewed youthfulness and urges other women to seek guidance from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Massachusetts for free advice.
A man believes in the right course but discovers few willing to act. He struggles to locate others who will join him in pursuing the needed steps.
An advertisement claims the tonic helps old and young resist summer heat by purifying blood and enriching the body. It promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a daily booster to strengthen the system during oppressive warmth. The text also includes an unrelated quip about a chronic borrower.
An advertisement touts La Creole Hair Dressing as a strong alkaline scalp cleanser and hair darkener. It claims constant use protects the scalp from burns and darkens grizzly hairs, priced at $1.00.
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