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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1912
Page
7
Washington reports the first returns from the new newspaper and periodical publicity law. Publishers must list owner publisher editor managing editor and business manager, plus major holders if applicable. July 1 1912 totals: 2514 dailies 17217 weeklies 577 monthlies 1351 quarterlies 1785 others.
From Sofia and London dispatches report Bulgaria and Serbia calling general mobilization while Turkey concentrates 100000 troops near Adrianople and on the Bulgarian frontier. Crowds demand war in Sofia and Athens as diplomacy moves to avert wider conflict. Mobilization was proclaimed in Sofia to prepare for any eventuality.
Quincy region report alleges Ray Pfanschmidt murdered his father Charles Pfanschmidt mother Blanche and schoolteacher Erma Kaempen at the parental home nine miles southeast of Quincy then set the house afire to hide the crime. Bloodhounds traced the trail to Pfanschmidt at a grading camp and to his ponies and clothing, tying him to the scene and motive.
The U S Customs Court of Appeals will decide if Canada is a nation eligible for separate international status in a case on duty free pulp wood from Canada under the reciprocity act. The dispute hinges on whether Canada’s treatment affects Norway Sweden Germany Austria Hungary and Belgium and whether it sets a precedent for other nations.
Sonnenburg Germany Oct 1 The death of German army aviator Willy Hefer occurred here Hefer was injured during imperial maneuvers in Saxony when his aircraft struck a tree during a reconnoitering flight Initially thought not seriously hurt his body was so shaken that he never recovered
Philadelphia Oct 1 The Y M C A has started a practical school of laundering for its members and the course is part of the educational class curriculum This is said to be the first such effort
Secretary Nagel announces no relaxation in Titanic era safety rules. Beginning today all passenger steamers in the United States or foreign ships licensed to carry fifty or more aboard must have adequate lifeboats and wireless apparatus. Violators face a $5000 fine.
Advert tells that for young children stomach disorders are common and Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets are praised as easy to take mild and gentle. Sold by Lemmon's Pharmacy.
Rev. Arthur W. Higsby rector of St. Pauls Episcopal church resigns effective today in Canton Ohio He planned to move West and had been expelled from the ministerial federation for his liquor stance but later reinstated He says he would have quit earlier to protest unmet conditions.
Enos Soliar of Saratoga Indiana says he has sold Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for fifteen years and considers it the best on the market. Lemmon's Pharmacy offers it for sale.
Swift & Co of Chicago has secured control of the S. P. Wadley company produce plant in Iowa Falls, effective earlier but only publicly announced now. No management changes are planned at the local plant which has expanded its business since opening. Wadley runs plants in Waterloo and Dubuque, with unclear inclusion of other properties in the deal.
Washington, Oct 1. Comptroller Lawrence O. Murray directs federal bank examiners to probe concentration of bank funds in firms controlled by officers and directors. Books of such concerns must be open to examiners to assess if investments are paying or losing ventures. Emphasizes protecting depositors and boosting exam effectiveness.
Josef Baier a Munich glasscutter after long toil completed a clock whose every wheel pinion frame and all three covers are fashioned from glass.
An advertisement touts Wall's Catarrh Cure as a universal cure for catarrh with a $100 reward for any failure. It also promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally, plus Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for colds and la grippe, with testimonials from Mrs. T. A. Town and Lemmon's Pharmacy.
A large stone in the ancient Avenbury Druidical circle has fallen after heavy rains following a dry season. Aubrey, guide to Charles II in 166 percent, claimed Avenbury surpassed Stonehenge as a cathedral surpasses a parish church.
A reader from Auburn New York says kidney and bladder troubles after army service were cured by Foley Kidney Pills. He reports his kidneys and bladder are in healthy condition and endorses the remedy. Lemmen's Pharmacy cites the testimonial.
Washington reports Postmaster General Hitchcock issued orders effective today raising pay for railway postal clerks. About 13,000 clerks will be promoted with annual raises starting at 900 dollars, increasing to 1800 dollars, while chief clerks reach 2000 dollars. The plan adds annual promotions instead of waiting for vacancies.
Lennox Throatless Shear company plans a new factory in Marshalltown to manufacture a sheet metal cutting shear based on Talbot Lennox invention. East end site purchased. brick building 60 by 180 feet to be erected. Work begins immediately with brick masons brought from other cities due to labor demand. Factory currently operates at full capacity in existing quarters.
The text notes that a two week wedding trip was abandoned and the railroad will be asked for heavy damages. The railroad will prosecute to the limit those found guilty if any.
A report notes a man in a violent act against a woman who refused his marriage proposal. The incident is described as a grim advance of modern civilization, with the attacker slashing the victim to prevent others from pursuing her. The piece reflects sensational crime reporting style.
An English typist told the London Board of Trade of her earnings and outgo. She earned $25 weekly and spent $2 for eight volumes of Grote on Greece. Over a year she spent $5.50 on eleven birthday presents and bought pamphlets about the English poor laws. another girl earned $4.25 a week and bought pamphlets on poor law topics.
Mrs Paul Wehling of 316 Smith Street Peoria Illinois suffered kidney and bladder trouble with backache hip pain and nervous headaches. She credits Foley's Kidney Pills with curing her ailments and plans to recommend them.
A sage warns a son that beauty is skin deep. The son replies with a playful vow and a punchy dismissal of cannibalistic danger, signaling a light moral misdirection in a parable tone.
Geo. T. Craddock of Rubie Arkansas reports seven years of lumbago left him unable to work. He tried several kidney medicines with little relief before using Foley's Kidney Pills. After two bottles he regained ability to work and recommends them to friends. Lemmon's Pharmacy endorses.
Cedar Rapids seeks to host the new Eastern Iowa Masonic home replacing the Boone fire loss. At the grand chapter session in Cedar Rapids October 28 24, Cedar Rapids will press its case with 1500 delegates. Boonetown Marshalltown also pursue the project aided by 80 acres valued at about $1 an acre and a planned fireproof building with 35000 to 40000 dollars. The Cedar Rapids club backs the bid citing railroad facilities and prime site. Notables include Mrs M Alice Miller and Rev Willis D Engle. The grand chapter dates back to 1878 with past meetings in Cedar Rapids in 1898.
D W Middlesworth of Mount Ayr and his bride Mable Reed traveled from Ida Grove to Des Moines only to find their trunk emptied by a village joker who altered their checks. They arrived with an empty trunk instead of their belongings.
The spelling school at the farmers short course in December draws wide interest beyond Washington. Enrollment is expected to rise from last year’s 105 participants as pupils in fifth to eighth grade from town and county enter. Rural and township matches will lead to the county contest during the week of December 18 to 23.
A courtroom exchanges a defiant vagrant remark with a police report of multiple arrests. The man insists hard luck but references past ownership of an automobile as part of his denials.
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