This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1912
Page
3
Rockford Illinois moved dry today as saloons closed following last month’s local option election. Many former bar buildings have been repurposed and residents seek relief in nearby cities with dry status.
In New York on May 2 a prominent social gathering will take place at Carnegie Hall to support the Music School Settlement for Colored People founded by David Mannes. An orchestra of 125 pieces will perform with plantation and negro melodies sung by a large male chorus. The St Philip's church choir will sing Coleridge Taylor's Magnificat.
Washington May 2 The Senate prepares a vote on the workers compensation bill while Senator Overman of North Carolina seeks to postpone the measure until the December session. The motion to postpone is actively debated as of today.
Montral marks Arbor Day with local observances as officials urge appreciation of trees. Activities highlight civic commitment to urban forestry and environmental stewardship.
The observance in the Quebec district is scheduled for a week from today, May 9, marking a coordinated event across the area.
Minneapolis May 2 a prominent delegate to the Methodist General Conference will be Miss Dialia Garibaldi granddaughter of the liberator and soldier of freedom. She arrives as Haly's delegate and will deliver several addresses at the conference in May.
Tokio reports the start of nationwide general elections for members of the Imperial Parliament beginning May 2. Voters nationwide head to polling stations as campaign periods conclude and candidates seek seats in the government.
Declining American demand driven by high living costs pushes Thuringia glass eye factories to switch products. Most glass eyes are produced in Thuringia with the United States as the main buyer.
President John G. Hibben and Gov. Woodrow Wilson will attend the Daily Princetonian retiring board banquet in Princeton New Jersey tonight. Journalists from leading eastern universities will also be guests, marking a rare public appearance by the two Nassau leaders.
Heavyweight wind jammer competitors from New England colleges gather at Brown University for the annual intercollegiate championship oratorical contest with Hegland as a noted participant.
Delegates from lace manufacturing centers gathered in New York for the Amalgamated Lace Curtain Operatives of America convention held today. The meeting focused on industry standards, labor concerns, and regional solidarity among lace workers.
Harrisburg May 2 Strong endorsement of Theodore Roosevelt for president and a progressive platform. The convention denounces special privilege, cites monopoly and control of markets, and pledges support to Roosevelt for the Republican nomination. Ticket named includes Robert K. Young A W Powell Fred Lewis Arthur Rupey Morin Walters.
Washington May 2. The house appropriations committee voted nearly 700000 more for flood relief in the Mississippi river area. Of this 277179 is for quartermaster supplies including tents and gear while 420000 goes to the commissary department for food. Relief likely extends another month for about 160000 people due to renewed flooding.
German reports claiming Russia seized Kuldja in Chinese Turkestan are false. Russia has long kept a guard at the Kyldja consulate, recently increased to 200 men due to unsettled conditions. Duryea's Sweeper II wins Newmarket stakes with jockey Danny Maher aboard. ICC suspends rate advances for Norfolk & Western from Cincinnati and Carolina points until November 24.
Harry Musa phy of St Louis a special detective for the Southern railroad was found murdered in the railroad yards at Princeton Ind There is no clue to the murderers but it is thought he was killed by tramps.
The Wicker sham bill amending Alaska mining laws and restricting association placer mining claims to 40 acres was passed by the House in Washington on May 2.
American League shows Chicago leading with 4 wins and 0 losses while Detroit and New York trail. National League results include Brooklyn and Chicago games with mixed scores. American Association lists Columbus and Kansas City with top records. Western League reports Omaha and Wichita standings. Wisconsin Illinois League shows Rockford and Madison with tight records.
American League results show Chicago 6 over Detroit 2 and New York 2 Philadelphia 2 in a split note. National League tallies include Brooklyn 11 over Pittsburgh 2 and New York 11 over St Louis 3 in nine innings. Minor leagues list scores for American Association Central League and Wisconsin Illinois League with several 9innings and extra inning games.
Five couples, at least one freshly divorced, were remarried in rapid succession by Justice of the Peace Lee Davis known as Reno’s marrying judge in Reno Nevada on May 2. Each couple served as witnesses for the next, keeping the line moving with brief ceremonies.
Chicago amid missing early editions, pressmen reportedly strike, causing publication delays. In Japan, a Yubari coal mine explosion traps 280 miners, with rescue efforts underway and hopes for survivors.
An extra ordinary session of the Wisconsin legislature has convened in Madison with main items including relief for the city of Black River Falls the Portage levee appropriation and water power legislation.
One hundred dollar reward offer for an incurable catarrh case. Endorsed by F. J. Cheney & Co and signed by National Bank of Commerce Toledo. Claims internal action and mucous surface improvement. Testimonials free. 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
The ad touts an external emulsion named Mother's Friend to ease pregnancy discomfort and prepare the system for birth. It claims improved comfort before the birth and quicker restoration after delivery, urging mothers to use the product and request a free informational booklet.
Notice to Republicans of Marion Township for a caucus at the township house in Marion on Saturday May 4 at 8 p m. W M Darryshire 6538 Committeeman.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.