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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1912
Page
3
The body of Mrs. Juan de la Chamzal was found near San Rafael New Mexico with a noose around her neck. Authorities allege her husband Chamzal abducted her while he was away and tied her to a broncho, then fled 100 miles before being arrested. They claim jealousy over her theater outing with a male relative sparked the crime.
In Washingtonville near Danville Pennsylvania two rival bulls Jumbo and Job fought for an hour with ferocity. Jumbo weighed about 1400 pounds and was dethroned by the younger Job, who weighed around 1200 pounds. The fight was described by Alexander Billmeyer as unparalleled. Dehorning occurred late August, and this was the first meeting since.
A narrative describes Jumbo gaining dominance as a fight among animals ends with the herd recognizing Jumbo as leader. The scene emphasizes agility and endurance as combatants collide and recoil. The elk stand by, accepting the victor’s rise.
In Trout Run on the Northern Central railroad a buck deer was struck and killed after refusing to yield the right of way to a passenger train. The animal bolted along the tracks, and when the engineer blew the whistle the deer lowered its head and attempted to buck the engine off the rails.
The article debates whether cereals cause arterial hardening. It cites Dr Densmore's death and argues no proof cereal intake shortens lifespan in animals or people. It notes bread with buttermilk, mineral water versus soft water, and venerable cases like Old Parr, as part of a cautious view on diet and longevity.
One hundred thousand coal miners in the United Kingdom vote on a national strike set for March 1. Balloting across three days ends January 18 with early forecasts showing a likely majority in favor of action.
Rev Clarence V J Richeson, confessed poisoner of Miss Avis Linnell while serving at Emanuel Baptist Church in Cambridge, has received notice his resignation from the ministry is expected. Early resignation anticipated as investigations continue. Fifty Families Free Homes. Austin Texas Jan 11 Fifty families mostly women and children seek havens from meningitis epidemic arriving from northern Texas points en route to San Antonio where disease has not appeared.
European municipalities move away from checkerboard layouts toward diagonal avenues and ring boulevards. Paris, Vienna, Berlin, Moscow and Brussels showcase central planning linking buildings to parks and major routes. Citizens beautify façades with plants while authorities regulate building height and features to unify city character.
Col P A Chapa of San Antonio Texas once a Reyes aide in the abortive Mexican revolution was found guilty here of violating United States neutrality laws during the recent events in Brownsville Texas and surrounding areas.
In New York at St. Nicholas rink Harvard defeated Princeton 2 to 2 in a rough affair. Harvard had luck on its side as the logera played better hockey but could not convert enough scoring chances.
Denver January 11 Judge Whitford grants Mrs Selug Kobayashi a divorce from Howard Kobayashi noting an alien is entitled to American divorce benefits. The case marks a legal endorsement of cross nationality petitions in Colorado.
The Los Angeles Times argues for a botanical garden as a living dictionary of plants. It notes many homes lack knowledge of plant names and growth needs, and a garden would provide labeled trees and shrubs, helping owners choose varieties suited to their lots.
The passage argues that motor vehicles increase demand for superior streets and roads. It links car travel with enjoying nature and scenery, praising paved roads for reducing dust and rough travel. It credits automobiles for shaping better road infrastructure and thanks the good roads movement for advancing mobility.
New York January 11 Guy Tripp vice president of Stone Webster Horton elected to succeed the late Robert Mather as chairman of the board of Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company.
The balloon Condor SIL carrying Pierre Dupont and Emilie Dubonnett disappeared after an ascent at midnight Saturday in Paris. The Acro club of France is attempting to locate the craft with no success reported yet.
Eight workmen burned to death and several injured in a gun explosion at a government naval arsenal near Ankelmoul in Ruelle sur Pouvre France. Gases triggered the blast as molten metal swept the area.
The text advocates uniform planting of street trees on each street at equal distances in parkways and straight lines in ordinary areas. It envisions future street design with narrow driveways, wider parkways, and informal plantings that resemble natural conditions for healthful air, water, and vegetation.
A casual note describes a new song titled with a swing beat written in a hammock. The writer hints at a playful rhythm and suggests the tune carries a light whimsical mood.
Washington Lodge No 26 A F and A M regular meeting on the first Friday. Cyrus Chapter No 18 R A M regular meeting on the second Friday. Bethlehem Commandery No 45 KE T regular meeting on the eighth Friday. Washington Chapter No 98 O E regular meeting on the Thursday night. Visiting fraters welcome.
Unclear ad copy touts Meritol White Liniment as essential for home use with immediate relief from cuts sprains wounds and pain It mentions Lemmon's Pharmacy as the seller in a vintage testimonial style.
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