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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1913

Page

7

Improper Acts Charged to Congressman in Lobby Report

Washington reports on two house lobby investigation summaries led by Tennessee Representative Garrett and Michigan Representative McDonald. The majority eviscerates McDermott for grave impropriety while noting no proven corruption, and pins responsibility on lobbyists from manufacturers and industrial defense groups for pressuring lawmakers.

House Washington Washington, D. C Garrett Tennessee McDonald Michigan McDermott Ilinois Icbermontt I. H W. McMichael Hoase M. AM. Mushiall National Aseotiqiat Pierse Manufacturers Irmertown Federation of Labor House of Representass Dewd Congress National Action of Manufacturers Na- Council of Industrial Defense National Tarif Commission Asion American Federation of the Washington City Associat of Lianor Graves Mulhall James A. Emery Capitol American Federation of Labor Manufacturers” Association Page McMichael Representive McDonald Murdock Kenses City Liablis National Association of Manufacturers Reesis Bird Kirby Emery Mise Moinet

Clemency Push for Mrs Wakefield Draws Thousands of Petitions

Hartford reports flood of mail to Governor Baldwin on Bessie J Wakefield who faces a hanging for her husband’s murder. Petitions, clippings and photos flood the capital with more than 24000 letters received amid calls for mercy. Counsel plans a new trial at the Supreme Court.

Hartford Conn Simeon Ki. Baldwin Bessie J. Wakefield Louissiits Iy Wakefield Alany — Letle Stohisher Cnvernor Board of Pardons Supreme Court Presidio United States Artere Grantia Amecivan Peecis

McKellar Attacks Agriculture Over Egg Prices

Tennessee Representative McKellar assailed the Agriculture Department over a price report linked to cold storage kings. He says the department produced whitewashing data while failing to provide 1914 egg production comparisons and questioned how inside statistics on pullets were obtained.

Washington DD. C McKellar Tennessee Ege Kings Department of Agriculture Department Jresks

Federal courts to decide Thaw mental condition bail

Judge Edgar Aldrich ruled that Marty K Thaw s mental condition must be determined in federal courts The decision came during a bail petition with Aldrich saying constitutional questions are of such importance he will forward them to the Supreme Court The case concerns Thaws status in New York and New Hampshire and issues surrounding his mental competency.

Concord N. H Det Edgar Aldrich Marty K. Thaw Thaw Aldrich Supreme Court of the United States New York New Huauipshire

Market Struggles End Lower On Nervy Close

Panic in Chicago trading finds corn price retreating as traders push back buying. Wheat futures rise amid fears of cold and pest impacts, while hogs and soybeans show mixed signals as the session ends cautious and volatile.

Chicago Tec Missouri

Sun Ray Bicycle Race Heads Toward Record

In a six day bicycle race the leading teams at noon had completed eight laps and were seven laps ahead of the previous record before an accident injured rider Jimny Rowas, leaving his partner four hours to select a replacement rider.

SUN Ray Bicycle Rach New York Feading Jimny Rowas

International libel suit settles out of court

A libel case involving Londin, Deg and the Grand Duke of Manchuria was settled today out of court. The defendant is expected to testify on Moe 18 to clear his character. The article described the duke's career amid relations with Germany and Katapatkia.

Londin Deg Grand Dike Bross Frank AL Massey Moe Manchuria Ruesdo-dapane Eee Tin Ger Katapatkia Abe Agsehin

Fire destroys landmark mansion in Pittsburgh valley

Five servants narrowly escaped death as fire swept the Grown mansion in Pittsburgh Valley today. The blaze caused property loss valued at 5128,000 and left the residence of the late Captain Samuel Brown in ruins, a noted showplace in the region.

Pittsburgh Pia Samuel Brown

Imperial Chancellor Defies Parliament Over Amendments

Dr Von Bethmann Hollweg defies parliament by opposing proposed amendments from the cidlists aimed at making the emperor answer to the House and risking dismissal. Philipp Scheidemann urged withholding supplies until the chancellor resigns or is dismissed, but Bethmann-Hollweg rejected the move as an invasion of imperial prerogative.

Chanceln Berhmann-Hollwee

Michigantown school hack collision injures pupils

A Clover Leaf railroad collision two miles west of Michigantown struck a school hack carrying fifteen pupils. Driver John Patty may be fatally injured. Theresa Suffer Mary Hill and Melda Millis were severely hurt. others bruised. Horses pulling the hack were killed.

Prankfort Ind Michigantown John Patty Theresa Suffer Mary Hill Melda Millis

2000 Teamsters Return to Work in Indianapolis

About 2,900 union teamsters resumed work for friendly employers in Indianapolis with 1,300 still on strike per strike committee chair J Callahan. Business operated under normal conditions as reports from businesses and team owners noted.

Indianapolis Teamsters and Chauffeurs J. Callahan Meinre

Fire Kills Family In Wiss Township Home Blaze

A Wiss Township house fire left Mr and Mrs G Stoneburner absent and their two grown children aged 22 missing. A neighbor daughter found the blaze and entered the window but believed no one was inside. Fire crews recovered the bodies of the children later.

CWI Petoskey G. Stoneburner Wiss Township Ravelyt

Twenty Five Word Learning Says Rap Catcher

A fragmentary report quotes Dee Charles VI of Prov and Major Geyner of New York discussing learning. The remarks mention a five foot bookshelf and refer to various unnamed sources and opinions as part of a broader critique.

Kosten Dee Charles VI Esteer Major Geyner New York Charles Williet Taday Frey

Strikes and unrest amid wartime Dublin events and trials

Amid chaotic reports from Dublin a strike is linked to wartime labor tensions as leaders and workers face penalties and settlement talks. Dolores Peters, a volunteer noted for service, is mentioned in a broader tale of upheaval and civic duties during a turbulent period.

Tragic Suicidal Act Reported On Front Street

A confusing OCR fragment describes a man possibly named Wheel of Frji uae Hib bid PAL rue and others, mentioning a gun, a sick rack, and a plan to take his life. The garbled text references a police investigation and a tragic ending involving his wife, with ambiguous details about location and timing.

Svehnyr Na Bank Wiilisim Sean

State's Testimony Trails in Dr. Helene Enabe Killing Case

Shelbyville Dakota September report outlines grand jury probes into the Dr. Helene Enabe murder case. Indictments were returned by a third body after two previous panels found evidence of wrongdoing, with testimony detailing the accused Crate and others. The record cites a key witness and the timeline from Dr. Enabe’s death on October 4, 1921, the investigation, and forthcoming legal proceedings.

Dietene Basate Diadiamiepolis Pathe Rakes Abel Cet Arden Attra Fur Kithersn McPherson Pallec Punta Cole Darekar Peter

Shanilllial bt C3 mii Phe i iS Shanilllial bt C3 mii Phe i

Fragmentary text appears to reference a person or entity named Shanilllial with repeated phrases and missing clear context. The readable portions do not establish a coherent event, date, place, or outcome suitable for a full summary.

Swerving Text Scramble Sparks Local Ad Column

Fragmentary OCR reads as an advertisement page with scattered names, places, and items. Mentions a park, cargoes, a CURE ENGOU note, and several garbled phrases including possible product references and a few proper nouns. No coherent event or clear parties are fully identifiable.

Needle Gang Active in Cleveland Thefts and Violent Incidents

Reports describe the Needle Gang operating in Cleveland with alleged thefts at Pier 90 and other locations. The text mentions injuries, medical admissions, and ongoing police activity as authorities investigate suspicious, violent, and potentially organized crime patterns in the area.

Needle Gang Cleveland Cleveland, Co Pier Ilu Sas Bern Pete Ward

Waterton Courier Briefs and Local Notices

Fragmentary text from the Evening Courier atWaterton hints at local notices and personal items. Names like Klingamean and Sun Rade appear amid garbled captions about events and a young girl, with unclear dates or places.

Waterton Tepe Cape City Laamigey Iitfle Wwe Klingamean Sun Rade Erening Courier

Rural Postmen Face Postal Rate Strain

Rural mail carriers claim excessive volume of parcels and handling demands threaten service. Officials debate pricing shifts and workload relief measures announced by postal leadership. Local lawmakers weigh potential relief actions and support for rural routes amid rising package traffic.

Federal forces face escape and border fighting near Mexico

Rebels threaten a major confrontation as U S troops guard the border. Civilians flee toward El Paso and Viejas in a chaotic retreat after heavy fighting and a forced march across the desert. Federal generals push to seal the frontier and move toward Mexico City as cross border tensions rise.

Salazar Mexico City el Paso Vieiyihar Hein OOM Bist

Unclear military report hints at coup near capital

Fragments describe a tense scene with troops, dynamite, and a coast guard action near a capital, noting careless federal conduct and a small crew observing a local flotilla amid rising threats.

Etrate Yast E Faters Pawer Ned Tan i

Water Main Break Halts 60,000 Cincinnati Workers

A massive water main failure in Cincinnati leads to 60,000 workers idle as authorities scramble to control flooding and restore service. Officials warn of continued disruption to daily life and industrial operations while repair crews work through the weekend.

Cincinnati Ohio

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