14 Aug 1913
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Newspaper
Van Buren News Eagle
Location
Van Buren, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1913
Page
2
A column parodies trends and social observations from 1913 including advice on recreation safety on water. It comments on vacation ideas, urban taxes in Berlin, band leaders, fashion and bathing suits, currency reform, gambling, garment workers, bachelorism, auto ownership, and summer drownings with a light editorial tone.
A noted remark states a poor railroad manager should prove no one is responsible after a wreck. In Edmonton Alberta, the male population doubles that of females. The idea is proposed to be spread more widely in England.
The readable fragment discusses health and travel in general terms, but lacks concrete names, places, dates, or events to identify a specific news item or summary.
New sun spots have been discovered besides those on the arms and shoulders of incautious lake bathers. Researchers note these findings as they monitor sun exposure.
A terse reflection notes that sparrows and aviators diverge in fall behavior with a stark line: sparrows decline one by one while aviators pursue distinct paths.
A remark notes that most people are not worried by the London syndicate's control of the nation's diamonds, suggesting public complacency about monopoly concerns.
A reflective line questions the need for three adults to escort a single boy to the circus. The snippet hints at overprotective or curious family dynamics framed in a light, observational tone.
Europeans in lax moral climates mock American quick divorce trends while a figure selling tan removal earns disdain from beachgoers at the seaside.
A Boston resident contends that a singing fish once kept the town awake and now presents a humorous tale of local lore. The report notes the man’s belief in the fish’s nightly concert as part of colorful local storytelling.
An Englishman makes rapid strides as a world language, while observers note that the civilized world still eats in French. The comment contrasts linguistic influence with culinary preference across cultures.
Reported incident describes an aviator causing a frightened cow to die in France. The unusual event led to investigation as locals noted the risk of aerial acts near livestock.
A championship match in checkers draws players from rival clubs to the venue for a decisive game. The event centers on skilled tactics, with observers noting the strategic maneuvers and critical endgame decisions that determined the winner.
A blunt jab at the weather man draws a storm of consequence as his forecast brings unusually high humidity and downpours that affect the public. Residents felt the impact of wet weather linked to the forecast.
An eastern newspaper notes immediate attempts to swiftly dispatch the numerous rats that chewed through telegraph office blanks valued in the thousands of dollars.
Recent solar discoveries promise accurate forecasts months in advance for farmers. Experts admit public use remains limited until a method to control the weather is found.
Washington August 7 details of legislative activity from congress to the White House appear in National Association of Manufacturers letters read by House investigators. Emery urges a show of force to pressure President Wilson on the Sundry Civil bill and questions union control of the labor department with Gompers expected to run it.
Kirksville Missouri reports Henry Thorington, once a rejected suitor of Mrs Ivy Chevalier, will be charged with murdering her and her twelve year old daughter Ella in an early Monday morning incident, per Prosecuting Attorney Weatherby.
New York Aug 11 The Frawley committee heard that Gov William Sulzer was nearly fifty thousand dollars in debt from stock speculation at his nomination and used campaign contributions to buy more stock. Senator Frawley says the evidence warrants impeachment for corrupt practices.
Washington reports that laundered currency remains nearly pristine after washing. A chemical analysis by the bureau of chemistry shows only slight appearance differences between washed and unwashed notes, confirming washed money remains usable.
In Caruthersville Missouri on August 9 a coroner’s jury exonerated Susie Waldrop after she killed her husband Andreas Waldrop a wealthy farmer testimony cited ill treatment by the husband in the case
Washington reports a record U S trade total of 4275000000 dollars for the last fiscal year, 421000000 dollars higher than the previous year. The figures indicate continued growth in the nation’s commerce.
Mexico City announces John Lind, U S special representative, must present credentials and secure recognition of the Huerta government or be persona non grata in the southern republic. A interim foreign minister Manuel Garza Aldape says Lind’s presence without formal credentials and Mexico’s recognition is undesirable. Mexican officials react angrily to U S plans linked to Huerta’s removal to pacify the country.
Washington reports the first international peace treaty under Secretary Bryan’s plan was signed between the United States and Salvador. The convention mirrors Bryan’s proposal and will go to the Senate for ratification as twenty six nations already approve the plan in principle.
Calumet Mich August 9 1919 troops will begin withdrawing from the copper strike district early next week unless the situation changes making withdrawal inadvisable.
Johnson the pugilist and U.S. fugitive has staged exhibitions earning $2,000. He avoids palatial hotels and now mingles with humble folk in third class hostels in Brussels Belgium on Aug. 9.
Senate hears charges that Justice Department agents investigated federal judges to sway rulings in government cases. Attorney General McReynolds says such espionage claims are baseless, though three judges were reportedly investigated, including Robert W. Archbald.
Washington on Wednesday President Wilson selected William J. Price of Danville Kentucky for minister to Panama. Brand Whitlock of Toledo Ohio was also named as a likely candidate for a European post. The president sent to the senate nominations for Minister to Venezuela Preston McGoodwin of Oklahoma and United States Judge District of Arizona W H Sawtelle of Arizona.
London reports Coll F S Cody famed aviator and a passenger died in a hydroaeroplane accident at Aldershot on Thursday. Cody was widely known as an equivalent to Buffalo Bill. In St Louis a phone strike by GIFI operators and maintenance staff of the Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone company ended with a unanimous vote to return to work after seven weeks.
The Union Petroleum company plant spanning a city block was destroyed by a major fire. Authorities estimate the loss at about 750000 dollars, marking one of the city’s most serious and costly blazes in years.
Washington reports August crop figures show corn production at 2,672,006,000 bushels, down 300,600,000 from July estimates. Kansas and Oklahoma hit hardest with steep losses, Nebraska also affected, while winter wheat and other crops offset some totals. Overall five major grains remain among the year’s large harvests despite corn shortfall.
The steam er Escandia carrying 18 passengers went ashore on a mud bank near the Mississippi mouth. Tugs rushed to the scene and all passengers were rescued.
The battleship reports to the navy department that 223 midshipmen of the first and third classes are aboard as she leaves Funchal Madeira for the final leg of her foreign cruise.
Mme Crespy, famed poetess, was acquitted in Agen court of murdering Abbe Chassaign, a priest she pursued. The defense argued the priest killed himself.
Washington August 11 Representative Charles M Thompson Illinois progressive Republican introduced a bill to force railroads entering Washington to electrify their lines within twenty miles of the District of Columbia border. The House passed a joint resolution to pay two months of salaries to the boys who fled their pay envelopes, amid delays in the urgent deficiency bill. A cyclonic storm aftermath adds that $60 000 is needed to repair Pension Bureau and Public Lands offices.
A bill backed by Senator Fletcher proposes a national rural banking system with local rural banks owned by farmers and a rural national bank in each state. The United States central bank would be wholly owned by the state rural banks and located in Washington.
State Auditor Gordon reviewed a claim from A J Thedieck of Fresno California seeking 76 million dollars from Missouri escheat funds. The claim cites a St Louis lease from 1801 for ninety nine years and 1895 payment. Auditor finds only 99 297 in the escheat fund with about 1200 due to C T Garnes heirs.
Washington reports that inquiries were sent to the Santa Fe and possibly the Southern Pacific to gauge how swiftly troop trains could be readied for a southwest deployment. The Santa Fe replied that twelve hours after notice could supply cars for the first troop installments.
Queen Wilhelmina and the prince consort with Mr and Mrs Andrew Carnegie will attend the transfer of the Palace of Peace at The Hague on August 28. Four hundred guests are invited including 140 arbitration court judges, the diplomatic corps and top Dutch officials.
Five women and one man drown when a motor boat capsizes in Long pond at East Freetown Massachusetts on August 11. Four other passengers are saved as the party was en route to a Lakeside park dance.
Ashington reports Switzerland accepted in principle Secretary Ryan's peace proposal becoming the twenty seventh nation recorded in the plan.
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