04 Apr 1913
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Newspaper
Washington Daily Herald
Location
Washington, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1913
Page
1
Flood in Columbus continues as crews recover victims. Total identified dead reached eighty two with ongoing searches for missing persons in the inundated areas. Authorities warn of rising debris and contamination hazards as rescue efforts persist.
New flood report lists identifications of Mrs. J. F. Cooper Mrs. Anna Needles Mrs. Elizabeth Keyes and Gideon Wolfe among 82 bodies recovered. Families mourn as searches continue for missing Gideon Wolfe's 6 year old daughter and Mrs Hartley and baby. Funeral plans are announced for Bunn family at First Presbyterian Church.
West Side streets opened to traffic yesterday morning as 125 teams and 500 workers cleared mud and debris under the city engineering department. More teams and 1000 additional men are available. refuse goes to the dump at San Com Street and Dublin Avenue. unusable property is being burned.
El Paso reports General Huerta agrees to install Pedro Lascurain as provisional president to serve out Madero’s term. Lascurain, former exterior minister, would be next in line after Madero and Suarez. Carranza and Sonora insurgents reportedly back the plan as Zapata’s southern rebellion strains Huerta forces.
General Speaks and Governor Cox exit Hamilton restoring normal civic routine after quasi martial rule tied to mayoral incapacitation. Flood damage, eight inches of water, and rising creeks push evacuations near Monroe. Dayton businesses seek post disaster credit while bread lines shrink and plants plan next week restart. Looting arrests tally three to four cases.
Columbus officials disclose that county and township funds may have been illegally deposited in the now defunct Columbus Savings and Trust Company. An interest check dated 1904 to bank president Cyrus Huling was cashed with a firm indorsement by Willis G. Rowland, then county treasurer. Authorities report state money deposits across three local banks and potential widespread law violations as a defense tactic. The nearby township treasurer recalls Cameron offering private interest to place funds in the trust bank.
A road trip from Hamilton to Gem City featured thrilling escapes from a serious accident. The traveler recounts sudden mishaps and quick reactions, highlighting the danger of highway travel and the resilience shown during the ordeal.
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