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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1912
Page
8
Colonel Roosevelt completed plans for a Vermont visit and prepared his address. He will depart tonight and spend tomorrow and Wednesday in Vermont cities campaigning for the presidential bid.
Louis Glass, vice-president of the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company, appeared before Judge Lawter in the Supreme Court for further hearing. He is the last defendant still under indictment in the famous graft cases.
Louisville August 26 shippers meet state commission to discuss recent amendments and seek guidance on compliance and enforcement. Participants include industry representatives and officials outlining impact on cargo rates and route allowances amid evolving regulatory requirements.
A State Railroad Commission meeting with city shippers and manufacturers at the Seelbach discussed murrage and car service rule changes. Key points include tighter bunching of cars, adjusted notice for carload arrivals, extended unloading time, reconsigning, and revised debit credit under the average agreement system.
One of the season's largest gatherings opens in Peoria with the International Association of Fire Alarm Superintendents meeting from Aug. 26 to next Friday. The program features exhibitions and discussions on devices to improve firm alarm service, including Albany Superintendent Martin demonstrating a telephone attachment for fire alarm boxes.
In St Louis on August 26 the 31st national encampment of the Sons of Veterans and Ladies Auxiliar y opened its business session with about 500 delegates and 2,000 visitors from across the country. The national membership stands at 50,000. This is the first encampment held here.
A long running encampment west of the Mississippi marks its quarter century anniversary this year. Organizers say the gathering has become a regional staple for veterans and heritage groups with ongoing activities planned through the season.
Columbus today hosts the Ohio Columbus centennial marking 100 years since the state capital's location. President Taft and national officials will attend the week long events with Governor Harmon delivering tomorrow's Ohio day address and fraternal day planned for Wednesday. Taft returns Thursday for federal day.
Iowa City Aug 26 A 100 percent rise in freshmen engineering registrations in the College of Applied Science reported by registrar Dr Forest C Ensign signals strong early demand. He notes overall freshmen class growth and anticipates larger university attendance. Dr W A Jessup of Columbia University will join as education dean, likely attracting experienced teachers seeking higher positions.
Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Connaught and Princess Patricia formally opened the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto at the exhibition grounds. The royal party, including the former Governor-General of Canada, will be extensively entertained during a two day stay.
Postmaster J M Lytle reports a July 30 1918 effective order restricting Sunday mail delivery to essential and special delivery mail only. General delivery clerks and carrier windows to close on Sundays with minimal staff for transit and dispatch. Early Monday collection if no Sunday mail is dispatched.
Perry Louisiana August 26 Ralph McMillan the young aviator who lay injured for three months after a biplane crash will again fly on September 4 and 5 at Grinnell His escape from death was miraculous despite bow legs a dislocated shoulder a broken arm and hand a cut head and numerous bruises He is a Curtiss school graduate and has set several records before his setback from Grinnell he will tour Chadron Nebraska and towns in North and South Dakota.
In Grant township six miles south of Ida Grove a 12 year old boy died instantly when a whiskey barrel exploded after a cork was removed and a match lit. His younger brother received severe burns to the right hand. The incident occurred after the father purchased the barrel in Battle Creek for pickling. Neighbors heard the blast four miles away.
A conductor named Modeman accepted a pasteboard ticket from a stranger whose identity was not learned. The ticket bore a clause stating it would be accepted when presented, a condition not currently in use.
A blaze in Cedar Rapids ignited by a faulty electric wire killed several carnival exhibition animals and burned a tent. The Jackson Grain elevator was destroyed with an estimated loss of 25 000 dollars, and carnival losses amount to about 6 000 dollars.
George F. Lodhunter a Clinton company member wed Miss Rosa Glaser of Maquoketa at Eldora after Camp Logan closed. The couple eloped meeting at Eldora and were married by the justice of the peace before leaving by auto with a friend.
Rann publisher of the Manchester Press awards the brick plant construction to A F Bruce of Manchester. BR M Mayberry Cedar Rapids architect drew plans and will supervise. Foundation work starts at once and building ready for occupancy by December.
Ft. Dodge Iowa Aug 26 Col W T Chantland commander of the fifty sixth regiment has resigned from military life His resignation will take effect after the Iowa National Guard annual encampment Lieut N P Hyatt is expected to succeed Chantland and Captain Frank J Lund will succeed Hyatt both from Webster City
Weeping eczema patients report immediate itch relief from Saxo Salve with continued use clearing the skin. The product claims strong action on all eczema forms and offers a money back guarantee if there is no help.
In Sioux City on August 26 Lilian Peterson twelve and Irene Welch nine battled a river current. Both were rescued by a Workman who grabbed them by the belt and pulled them to safety. The Welch girl fell from a plank bridge and Lilian later sought a Carnegie medal for her brave action.
In Council Bluffs on August 26 a railroad ticket bought in 1875 was presented and honored by Conductor Mode man who operates from Council Bluffs to Boone on the Chicago and Northwestern line. The ticket was acknowledged as valid.
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