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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1912
Page
8
Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, spoke at the Labor Day celebration in Columbus Ohio saying he could do more good there amid Ohio's political changes. Thousands of workers from across the state attended the parade and picnic, with a dinner slated to honor Gompers.
A major Labor Day parade in San Francisco drew participants from all city unions with speeches by notable labor leaders. The event concluded with a picnic and dance in the evening, marking one of the largest parades in the city’s history.
A newspaper-promoted ad touts Saxo Salve as the best skin remedy for ringworm and various eruptions. It claims the product destroys ringworm parasites and can treat eczema barber's itch and other conditions. Sherman Brothers druggists of Washington Iowa endorse the remedy with a guarantee.
The Aero Club of Pittsburgh organizes a Labor Day aviation meet on Brunots Island with contests continuing through next Saturday. Noted pilots Lincoln Beachy Earl Sandt Walter Brookins and Paul Beck will participate and attempt new records with biplane monoplane and hydroplane demonstrations.
Union labor plans a Labor Day monster with athletics at Celtic Park and a Brighton Beach motor race. Martin Sheridan and Jim Thorpe will compete in national AAU events while top auto racers including the Jumbo Benz, Henri Hickman, Johnny Raney, and Joe Grennan vie for speed records at Brighton.
Washington marks Labor Day with the annual Middle States regatta on the Potomac over a mile course. Featured events include junior and senior sculls plus two new races for 140 pounds and under, with officials led by Philip Maas and John Regen overseeing the day.
A satirical remembrance of Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley former rear admiral of the pure food squadron. The piece lampoons his work against toxins and adulterants, recounting his battles with bacteria and villains in a brisk nostalgic tone.
In Centerville on September 2 twenty two applicants sought final naturalization papers but only four were admitted. Naturalization Examiner Bode represented the government, blocking those lacking knowledge of the government or constitution. Judge Hunter sustained the objections, noting name variations and falsifications from immigration records and reviewing each case history.
Aerie Boat Club in Baltimore announces Tom Cleary of Flushing New York as a key figure in its latest roster and organizational plans, reflecting ongoing efforts to bolster club leadership and activities.
In Eldora on Sept 2 William Schwebke reports his apple tree, though dying, bears twelve to fourteen small bluish plums with yellow flesh. Experts call them minor plums, suggesting the tree may have grafted roots reaching toward nearby plum stock. The phenomenon puzzles fruit specialists and locals.
Nimrod Keeton a 50 year old teamster and his six year old son Edward were killed under Rock Island train No 26 at Kellogg Louisiana. Allen four years old survived with severe injuries and long term brain trauma. The brothers died instantly while the youngest wandered until found by a physician.
The thirteenth annual convention of the United National Association of Post Office Clerks opened in Boston at Faneuil Hall. More than 500 delegates from every state attend as talks loom over a bill limiting Washington clerks to seven years. Massachusetts figures Lodge and Crane and Gov. Foss will address the gathering.
Miss Stanly, driven away penniless after illness halted exhibitions, fainted at the tale and was taken to hospital in a critical condition. An investigation is underway and arrests may follow.
Des Moines Sept 2 Hundreds watch as aviator Paul Studensky plunges from about 200 feet during exhibition flights at the state fair grounds. He escapes serious injury though the biplane is wrecked after the craft turns over near the race track. Earlier he had a prior near miss when an engine failure forced a glide to earth from 300 feet, with both incidents blamed on the propeller.
Davenport plans a girls home modeled after the Y W C A with management by the Kings Daughters of Scott County. Mrs. G B Drummond leads the project which will be funded in part by the county Kings Daughters. Initial quarters will be small and expand as funds and need allow.
Des Moines reports a request to Polk County Auditor Harry B. Frase to ensure blind children aged twelve to nineteen enroll at the College for the Blind at Win ton this fall. A state law requires attendance, with the state covering all expenses and offering trades training to foster self support. Frase is asked to compile a list of Polk County blind children and aid in enforcement by Sept. 4.
Surgeons exploring the abdomen of 11 year old J J Gordon's daughter in Council Bluffs expected appendicitis but found a wood toothpick piercing the intestines. The irritant caused all the symptoms of appendicitis and the boyfriends observed impatience.
A simple system of wooden tags on keys helps distinguish every lock. One notch for the stable two for the henhouse and other buildings makes it easy to find the correct key by sight or touch even in darkness.
Miss May Branly of Chicago told Des Moines police she was forced to continue performing in a water circus until she grew weak from exposure and could not climb the ladder to the diving platform. She appealed for protection and help from authorities.
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