20 Nov 1911
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Newspaper
Washington Daily Herald
Location
Washington, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1911
Page
1
London reports a mass casualty event tied to the Chi jae rebellion in Hisianfu the Shen-Shi capital. Missionaries likely Scandinavians and Baptists among victims amid rebel action, with no full confirmation as details vary and a bulletin from the French minister notes losses.
General Li appears at the front as the Chinese rebel movement gains momentum. Reports describe Li assuming a leadership role, coordinating factions and signaling a shift in the rebellion’s strategy amid ongoing conflicts.
Eighteen men die in a coal dust explosion at Bottom Creek mine in Vivian West Virginia. Among the dead are engineers W H Henderson of Rockville Maryland E H Hervey of Philadelphia Tarvin Williams of Keystone West Virginia and Charles Brewer of Elk Horn West Virginia who were surveying the mine. Alexander Williams is rescued. The fatalities include several foreign born workers.
Ohio telephone companies are about 60,000 pounds in the tax omit task says the state tax board. Totals will be higher than last appraisals but exact figures await finalization.
New York November reports a dispute over Julia Marlowe and E. H. Sothern regarding cremation ashes. Marlowe had arranged urns and joint scattering with her first husband, while Sothern’s status after death remains unsettled. The crematory must resolve whether the prior agreement binds him and how to handle the mixed ashes.
Troops will man the Texas border after a conference in Laredo as the United States aids state authorities in neutrality enforcement. General Duncan orders Company Third Cavalry to return from Leon Springs to San Antonio and proceed to Laredo with 10 days of rations.
Monterey dispatch reports General Bernardo Reyes was arrested at San Antonio triggering excitement among supporters in the area. Madero acts decisively to suppress the rebellion, sparking strong reactions from allies and opponents alike.
Chicago Nov 20 The government wins after Judge Kohisaat quashes writ of habeas corpus delaying the packers trial. The ruling preserves the government path to court on indictments. Duluth Nov 20 Rescue train carries 100 passengers saved from a Soo Line wreck near Moose Lake after the sinking left travelers stranded and nearly frozen.
The Medina liner, converted into a royal yacht, shows Queen Mary’s simply furnished sleeping room with a swinging cot for rough seas and a delicate green color scheme, while King George’s suite is in light blue. Windsor dairy provided three cows for milk for the royal party.
Chicago police official Chief Mweeny faces graft charges amid an ongoing probe. Prosecutors allege he accepted favors and misused department resources to benefit associates. Investigation continues as defense pledges to refute the allegations.
Chicago November 20 Harry Krolaski former gambler continued his testimony before the civil service commission naming high ranking officers and politicians in alleged protected vice graft. He said he dealt with Chief McWeeny Police Inspector Nicholas Hunt Ben R. Hyman and Thomas Costello a confidant of Hunt.
Cleveland Nov 20 The progressive Republicans of Ohio present a declaration of principles adopted by county committees from the Western Reserve. The platform, formed at the Clapp dinner on Nov 3, aims to shape a progressive league network before the Jan 1 state conference in Columbus. It pledges no candidate endorsements and will be reviewed by the resolutions committee.
In Columbus on November 20, the Ohio constitutional convention will be shaped by a majority of lawyers and farmers. Of 119 delegates, 46 are lawyers and 26 are farmers, with 47 others in all other vocations forming a minority.
An advertisement notes Ball Blue now available as Red Cross Ball Blue in a large 2 oz package priced at six cents, emphasizing its value and branding.
Investigation underway by Yale officials and police to determine causes and responsibility for a riot at Hyperion theater in New Haven. Damage estimated at 21 600 to chairs lights and interior. two fire nozzles were used to control the crowd. chandeliers and decor were ripped from the foyer as Yale students were arrested.
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