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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1912
Page
8
Keokuk on June 19 hosted W. H. Kleiber of St. Petersburg Russia an expert in river work and waterways improvement at the head of Russia's river commission. He is said to be surveying western streams and waterway methods for their development and use.
Frank C. Pellett, Iowa state bee inspector, reports foul brood in 32 of 99 counties. The disease has nearly wiped out some local bee industries and discourages beekeepers. He says two men in the field all summer are needed to inspect affected areas. He notes Iowa could greatly boost honey production with proper encouragement.
A satirical sketch derides taxpayers as a civic burden and scapegoat, contrasting the unfunded costs of city services with reform-minded assessors. It laments the secluded suburban march of sewer taxes and poll taxes, noting the taxpayer’s neglect in poetry and song and criticizing bonds and tariffs as tools of municipal finance.
State Game Warden George A. Lincoln met deputies in Clear Lake to discuss carp seining amid spawning. The group includes A. A. Height O. P. Waterbury S J Clausen and W. E. Woodner expert and contractor. Seining will resume to reduce undesirable fish then replenish lakes with game fish. The governor weighs increasing a $500 reward for Moore family murder suspects per Attorney General Cosson ruling.
Des Moines reports the state board of control will urge the legislature to fund separate tuberculosis wards and buildings at all state hospitals and similar institutions. The plan mirrors measures in Pennsylvania Ohio and Indiana for strict separation of patients.
Mrs. Fred Edwards of Creston brought back locust specimens from Woodburn. The trees nearby are swarming with locusts and clouds burst from shaken limbs. Each insect bears a distinct W on its wings, which locals deem a sign of war. A farmer nearby reported thousands of locusts seen recently.
Jesse K Neilson leading a forty strong tour group from Idaho Falls to Europe was robbed on an Omaha Council Bluffs street car. He lost 165 dollars, all railroad and steamship tickets, and other documents. The thief fled after crossing the river. Forty two Salt Lake City to Montreal tickets and steamship orders disappeared.
Citizens of Villisca protest Governor Carroll actions prompting discussion of reward limits and potential legal measures in Des Moines. The heated confrontation centers on state leadership and public dissent amid ongoing political debate.
Edward Hatton was found dead in his buggy three miles east of Winfield on Monday morning after taking his children to a strawberry farm. The team moved on without a driver near Clarence Low’s home. Hatton died of heart disease after recent attacks. His body was brought to town by automobile as authorities investigated.
Davenport June 19. Monday evening at St Ambrose college the annual retreat of the Catholic priests began and will run through Friday. Bishop Davis announced transfers and assignments including Kissane to Mt Pleasant Koerner to St Wenceslaus Iowa City and Heinen to St Boniface Lyons. A class of 100 was confirmed at St Paul the Apostle church and cathedral diplomas were conferred. Washington church and Richmond school were dedicated last week with confirmation following.
J A Adleman of West Plains Missouri suffered kidney trouble and rheumatism but Foley Kidney Pills improved his condition quickly. He credits the remedy with lifting him from bed and enabling him to discard his cane in two weeks and urges others to try it through Lemmon's Pharmacy.
Akron Michigan resident Mrs J FE Henry says Ley Kidney Pills eased her kidney troubles and reduced her medical costs after trying a sample and buying a bottle from Lemmon's Pharmacy. She reports avoiding a large doctor bill.
Washington reports progressives from both major parties urge breaking up the United States Steel Corporation. They cite alleged $626 million profits by J Pierpont Morgan and accuse the steel giant of monopoly power and holding company structure in defiance of prior Supreme Court rulings. The Stanley committee also criticizes the International Steel Institute as a global steel trust nucleus.
The Prince of Wales left Paris for Toulon to board the French dreadnought Danton former flagship of Vice Admiral Augustin Boue de la Pryrere. He will witness Mediterranean fleet evolutions and celebrate his eighteenth birthday aboard the ship for three days before returning to London.
British Ninety eighth regiment of Canadian militia in full uniform but unarmed will travel through northern Minnesota between today and July 6 en route to a Manitoba summer camp. The march follows Beaudette to Longworth on the Canadian Northern line with permission from Minnesota and US authorities under international law.
Brown University honored its 144th commencement with a morning procession to the First Baptist meeting house for degree conferrals and prizes, followed by a luncheon. The event moved to Sayles Hall for speeches by Gov. Pothier, President Faunce, Louis D. Brandeis, and Dr. James Ford Rhodes, with a president’s reception and corporation meeting to conclude the week.
Atlanta June 19 The Georgia legislature opened today with early focus on the Bristow amendment to provide for direct popular election of United States senators. Governor Brown is expected to send the amendment via special message tomorrow.
In Lexington Virginia the Stonewall Jackson monument donated by Sir Moses Ezekiel and Thomas Ryan was unveiled before a large alumni gathering. Col. R. Preston of Charleston West Virginia delivered the principal oration as VMI prepares for commencement exercises tomorrow.
The Washington Telephone Company reports a special effort to cover the Republican convention in Chicago with free bulletins for all interested. Connections extend into the Coliseum and bulletins are sent out as soon as prepared.
An old advertisement touts Meritol Tonic Digestive as a great rejuvenator and builder. It claims to tone the system boost appetite aid digestion and cleanse impurities, marketed by Lemmon's Pharmacy.
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