19 Sep 1913
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1913
Page
1
A brief Senate update notes changes in the 1T6 ML region amid evolving legislative priorities. Officials confirm shifts in committee assignments and voting plans, aiming to address economic and public welfare concerns.
A final vote in the house on a gold standard measure ended 288 to 69 after a roll call. Democrats mostly opposed while Republicans supported the amendment. several names are listed among the no votes. The session reflected partisan divides on monetary policy and paper mentions reunified opposition from some Democrats and party alignments.
Confessed killer and possible imposter Schmidt, linked to Adolph Mueller of Mainz, faces a looming pretrial as authorities and his lawyer clash over identity and motive. Reports note thinning composure in Tombs cell and police probes into whether Schmidt is the true Schmidtt of Aschaffenburg, with cross-country theories stirring the case.
Early morning reports describe the shipment of Mayor Gaynor's coffin from the Lusitania to the Correction Department vessel. The 1200 pound bronze casket was loaded on deck and moved to Brooklyn for temporary housing before Sunday funeral services at Trinity Church.
Baltimore on September 19 reports a fatal shooting as George Murphy, a Black chauffeur, is killed during a struggle with Charles Guth, a wealthy candy manufacturer, after a dispute over access at a local site. The incident follows a confrontation between the two men as the manager attempts a business move.
A garbled report suggests statements by Stalé Bryan and Roosevelt on Panama pacification, with mentions of British and German positions. Another fragment notes Col. Rookswail’s alleged travel plans and a denial about relations with Russia, amid a broader security discussion.
A riot by prisoners led to clashes with guards at Joliet Penitentiary. Eleven convicts challenged authorities, with five more breaking from a quarry and others at a chaff factory. The disturbance was contained after a period of struggle and reinforcements.
President Wilson nominated Missouri former Governor Joseph W Folk for solicitor of the state department. The role carries a salary of 86050 annually. The position includes duties on extradition, citizenship claims against foreign nations, and interpreting foreign law for disputes involving the United States. Woodward Oklahoma, Enid Oklahoma area names appear in nomination records.
Reported double death at a Glenwood Arkansas home shows Bert Turner and Maude Carter dead under a sheet with their bodies found by D Ferrell. Turner claims a three party agreement ended their long shared arrangement. One woman’s husband T Turner is severely injured and Mrs Turner fights for recovery.
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In Cleveland, during the Perry centennial parade, a heavy stone cornice detached from a three-story building on Superior Avenue, killing Thomas Nesebada and Lilian Kochendoerfer, injuring many as bricks and debris scattered among spectators. The tragedy marred a city celebration.
In Albany Sept 19 former secretary to Gouverneur Sulzer alleges an impeachment plan to force testimony and compel Dib to testify. The investigation faces contempt charges as the case centers on Sulzer’s administration. Court designates judges and considers a midsession review to clear the calendar.
In Cedar city, Oscar and Arthur Ham of a prominent Cedar family were bound over to bonds totaling 6,009 each after preliminary examination on charges linked to a murder. Police noted the case involves a boarding for fourth dom and a missing body, with details tied to a cemetery sexton and local authorities.
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