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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1911

Page

1

Senate Debates Arizona Statehood and Canadian Reciprocity Dates

Senator Sutherland praised Arizona constitution supporters as Senate fixed tentative vote dates on Canadian reciprocity July 1 5 and July 20 for farmers free list and July 21 for the house bill. Amendments sought, Bristow challenged dates, Bailey linked farmers free list to reciprocity amid Democratic policy clash.

Washington Senate Sutherland Utah Arizona Hourne Oregon Progressive League William Alden Smith Michigan OC Territories House Ari von New Mexico Nelson Wool Hill Watson West Virgina Lodge Penrose Senator Bristow Bailey Kaley Willis

United States Keeps Hands Off Moroccan Friction

Washington reports that the U S has not engaged in any correspondence with Germany or France over the Moroccan question. London and Paris say a protest to Germany over a naval base at Agadir was denied and no discussion has taken place. The United States maintains it has kept hands off the dispute.

Washington United States Germany France London Paris Agidir Panama Canal

Morocco Difficulty Rulers of Germany and France Exchange Notes

Amid European tensions Germany and France exchange notes over Morocco as tensions rise. Leaders in Berlin and Paris weigh responses while Britain watches closely and the foreign ministers seek mediation.

Germany France

Balloon contest narrows field for Bennett Cup race

Seven balloons started the elimination to pick two U S pilots for the James Gordon Bennett cup race next October. Three passed over Davenport Northwest and high winds prevented identification. Harmon and Pest landed at Fremont Indiana after a storm while unhurt they prepared to ship the balloon to New York. Balloon Miss Sofia landed near Chicago at Franklin Park with pilot William F Aggman and co pilot James O Reilly.

Kansas City United States Davenport Muretine Varmon Pest New York Fremont Sofia William F. Agsmann James O'Reilly Hig Compariion Franklin Park Chicago

Tornado Ravages Rural Minnesota District

A July tornado wide seven miles ripped through the north district of Winecha causing crop and farm building damage. Patrick Gainey sought shelter in a shed that was wrecked injuring him. Julius Benedict’s new Bethany residence, John Prigge’s barn near Bethany, a St. Charles area school, windmills and barns were destroyed and cattle killed.

Winecha Minn Here Patrick Gainey St. Charles Julius Benedict Bethany John Prigge

Fatal Wreck in Oregon Causes Passenger Train Wreck

The Oregon Trunk railroad heat warped rails causing a southbound passenger train to derail and plunge down a forty foot embankment. In a separate incident Louis Rising killed his wife and twenty others were injured, including Mrs. J. W. Rasmus of Ellsworth and C. S. Wangon of Minneapolis. Mrs. Rasmus may die.

Dalles Ore Oregon Trunk Railroad Louis Rising Warm Springs Wes Couch J. W. Rasmus Ellsworth Wis

Express Train Disaster in Bridgeport Slow Speed Tragedy

The Federal Express derailed after crossing a switch near Bridgeport Connecticut. Engineer Curtis and fireman Ryan died along with at least ten passengers while around fifty were injured. Helena J Walcott wife of Smithsonian secretary among the dead. The crash occurred as the train allegedly ran at sixty miles per hour against regulations. The Pullman sleepers carried St Louis Cardinals players and manager Roger Bresnahan.

Bridgeport Conn Federal Express New York, New Haven Fairfield Averue Curtis and Ryan Helena J. Walcott Charles D. Walcott The Smithsonian Institution Washington Federal Bureau of Fisheries Connecticut Lakes St. Louis Roger Bresnahan Bresnahsy Hig Cardinals Philadelphia Federeg Bresnahan

Meat in winter health tip by Dr Tjaylen Pood

The article argues against the rule to eat more meat in cold weather. It notes fat foods like bacon and lard provide heat but lean meat is not the best heat source. It cites cereals such as corn and oats as better heat sources and suggests relying on cereals, nuts, and certain oils to balance winter nutrition.

Poet Riley Gifts Browndying Plot for Public Use

Indianapolis July 12 Dr James Whitcomb Riley the Loveliest poet has given the city a Browndying plot at the corner of Pennsylvania and St Clair streets valued at 15000 dollars for a new public library and school administration building Deeds are held by Henry Eitel to be delivered to the school board when deemed best. gift not formally accepted yet.

Indianapolis James Whitcomb Riley Pennsylvania and St Clair Streets Riley Henry Eitel

McCoy on Trial for April Train Robbery at Muncie

Timothy McCoy stands trial in the circuit court charged as the man who robbed Big Four Flyer No. 27 on April 5 between Winchester and Muncie. Passengers were forced to surrender wealth at gunpoint and the suspect was arrested near Kelle Fontaine after fleeing. McCoy claims an alibi.

Muncie Ton Timothy Serehum) McCoy McCoy Winchester Kellefontaine

Michigan Towns Destroyed by Fire

Oscoda and At Sable in Michigan have been completely destroyed by a fire on July 12. Rescue crews and residents report extensive damage with unidentified losses and ongoing containment efforts.

Michigan Ray City Mich Oscoda At Sable

Taft to lay Controller Bay facts before Congress

President Taft plans to present a full Controller Bay record to Congress after extensive compilation by executive departments. The interior department report is near completion and other agencies rush their parts as cabinet discussions continue. An emphatic denial was issued regarding Miss M B Abbott's charges about the Dick to Dick letter. Earl of Rosebery honored in London with the Gazette noting peerage progression.

M. F. Abbott White House Washington Taft Hones Congress Controller Bay Senate Alaska Bureau of Forestry Interior Department Department of Commence War Department Taft Wisher Wis M. B. Abbott Dick” Lette Charles P. Tall Miss Abbott Interor

Lynchers Arrested After Etherington Hanging Confession

Walter Diehl admitted using the alias Walter Kerry and identifying as a ringleader in the July 30 1910 Newark hanging of detective Carl Etherington. He confessed involvement with a mob that dragged the officer to a telegraph bale and shot him, saying others proposed the hanging for a tavern incident. Diehl said he traveled afterward in fear of arrest and agreed to return to Newark for charges. Officials in Newark were notified immediately after his arrest and confession.

Miherington Diehl Agaly' Lin Diels

James Whitcomb Riley Meets Hoosier at Manapotie Library

Public library event at Manapotie Library features James Whitcomb Riley noted in local reports. Teachers protest alleged wage gaps while colleges lag in funding.

SEE SALOONLESS LAND Young Christians Endorse Uplift Movements

Atlantic City July 12. A Ban on liquor is urged as a national goal before the Fourth of July 1920 by the International Christian Endeavor convention. The body pledges to prosecute the fight and endorses President Harding and Clarin successors on interdiction. Praise for Postmaster General Hitchcock and calls for Endeavorers to lead moral reform efforts emerge from the gathering.

Atlantic City N. J International Christian Endeavor Convention Republic Patt Universal Pours

Fly in Ear Kills Child as Rescue Fails

A four or five year old boy Thomas Halloran dies after a housefly burrows into his ear causing an abscess. An operation reveals the insect in the ear tissue. the boy did not survive. The report notes medical complications and the unusual cause of death.

Heth Thomas Halloran

Express Thief Returns and Pleads Guilty in Shelbyville

Shelbyville Indiana July 12 Bronson Walker surrendered after stealing five thousand dollars from Adams Express Company. He pled guilty to grand larceny and was jailed awaiting grand jury. Walker had four thousand dollars of the company’s money on his person.

Shelbyville Ind Bronson Walker Adams Express

Walla Walla Adopts Commission Plan and Elects Mayor

Walla Walla voters approve the city government Commission plan by a 2 to 7 vote and elect Dr. J. BF. Cregy as mayor, aligning with Democratic leadership.

Walla Walla Wash Commission J. BF. Cregy Crat

Rain Breaks Drought Too Late for Mount Vernon Crops

Heavy rain finally arrives in Mount Vernon after a long drought but comes too late to benefit crops. The scarce moisture may ease fire risk and help soils, though yields are likely already affected. Local farmers assess damage and report delayed irrigation needs.

Mount Vernon

How to Clean fi Gloves

Wash gloves with gas and ivory soap as with water. Use gaseline and repeat three times with clean gaseline. Omit soap in the last rinse and use that for rinsing. Dry, then dust with cornstarch and wrap in a towel for half a day. They will turn out soft and white as new.

Educational report backs flexible high school role in nation

A department report presented at the National Education convention endorses redefining high school entrance standards to align with modern needs. It argues high schools must teach citizenship and offer flexible tracks in subjects like mechanics arts and agriculture, while colleges handle admission standards. A luncheon honored Mrs. Mary Young, hosted by the department and affiliated women's groups.

Department On High Schools Carnegie Foundation Harvey N. Davia Yard Otis W. Caldwell

Shortage in Home Funds Rumor Hits Cincinnati Institution

A report claims discrepancies in the Home for Incurables of Cincinnati amounting to 15000 to 20000 dollars. A renowned clubwoman treasurer, reportedly ill, cannot be questioned about the matter as doctors assess her condition.

Cincinnati Home For Incurables of

Electric wire kills two children in Rutherford New Jersey

Two children are dead and two seriously injured when an energized wire fell from a street pole in Rutherford New Jersey. The wire swung down during repairs and, after a switch was turned on, blew loose again as winds shifted, with children playing nearby unaware of the danger.

Local forecast shows storms and cooler trend in Midwest

Indiana expect thunderstorms today with a cooler high in northern areas and possible showers in the far south tomorrow. Illinois predicts fair to variable winds with showers in the south, while Wisconsin remains unsettled with northwest to westerly winds and a cooler trend.

Indiana Illinois Wisconsin

Savant Works as Laborer in Kansas Wheat Belt

Louis Sarosy, former Royal Agricultural Institute member from Hungary, works on a farm near Larned Kansas. He studies Austrian government farming methods and contributes to wheat belt productivity.

Savant Larned Kan Louis Sarosy of the Royal Agricultural Institude Hungary Here Flo Wasseul Cun

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