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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1913
Page
7
Two hundred more foreigners arrived by special train from Chihuahua today in El Paso. They include six Americans and many French, Germans, Italians, and Spaniards who had business in Mexico. They report Villa expelled Spaniards and auctioned their property to fund rebel treasury.
Boraton dispatch reports Thomas W. Lawson sent a special freight car gift to two Oregon grandchildren. The load includes 150 Plymouth Rock and Rhode Island hens with two roosters, two Siamese cats, two English bulldog pups, and five Jersey and Holstein cows with names to be chosen by the recipients.
Grand Junction Colo Dec 16 An explosion in the Vulcan mine of the Rocky Mountain Fuel company east of here at 10 20 this morning entombed Mine Foreman L L Crawford Fire Boss L Walters and at least thirty miners Officials fear the number in the workings could rise to forty Only about eight of the men are foreigners Charles S Meerdink mine superintendent with five companions began exploring the mine It is believed the blast originated in the west workings about 1600 feet from the main portal but cause dust or gas remains undetermined.
In Des Moines on December 16 the Iowa Supreme Court filed an amended petition clarifying that both city and general elections may satisfy the consent requirement for saloon operation, provided the election is the last held in the city.
Washington December 16 Samuel Gompers head of the American Federation of Labor told the house judiciary committee that unemployment numbers may be slightly above normal but due to the transition rather than a real downturn He cited Colorado labor leaders indictments under the Sherman law to support proposed Bartlett bill. Boston December 16 How ard Elliott denied reports that Joseph H Young of Portland was to become director of New Haven steamship line noting Young recently resigned Spokane Portland Seattle area railroads and had been rumored to take charge of the steamer lines controlled by the New Haven company.
Dr. William J. Morton, who served a term in the Atlanta penitentiary for complicity in mining stock selling frauds with Julian Hawthorne, was pardoned by President Wilson and had civil rights restored as of December 10.
President Wilson met with cabinet members at the White House in the upper apartments. Dr Grayson kept him in a steady temperature after his grippe attack. No pressing topics were on the agenda, the meeting aimed to reconnect with department heads after a week of isolation.
Work began today on the old Brethren church in Orange township. The 40 by 89 foot frame, standing for about fifty years, remained nearly unmoved. The timber, a forty foot long beam, will be repurposed to build a janitor’s house and sheds for teams and automobiles.
The extension trade school opens this evening at 7 30 in the east high school building with O H Johnson from Iowa State College leading the session. A large turnout is expected as Waterloo factories lend strong backing and support for the new education venture. Three courses start: Shop driving, Mathematics, and Grammar Se Mr Johnson also oversaw similar work in Cedar Rapids Mason City Charles City and Marshiftown with full swing planned after January 1.
A Cincinnati fire at the Salvation Army home for Men, ruled incendiary, killed two men including Arthur Sandell of Bangor and T. Shoddy, with many others missing. Eight hospitalized in serious condition as investigators expect more bodies in the ruins and loss totals reach $100,000.
In New York a man named Hang Schmidt denied the claim of his lawyer that he was sane when he killed Anna Aumalier. He shouted I protest against that and brandished his fists in court. The prosecution rested its case as the defense outlined an insanity plea.
Dr. Arthur Hoffmann, representing St. Gall, was elected president of the federal assembly for 1914. Born in 1857, he previously served as vice president under retiring president Edouard Miller. The one year term begins in 1914.
Williston North Dakota December 16 Culbertson recently convicted of murdering three Dillon family members near Ray North Dakota was taken from Williams County jail by a mob and hanged from a bridge over Middle Muddy River. The crowd battered doors and ignored Sheriff Erickson warnings. Police were beaten while trying to intervene. Culbertson had faced life imprisonment. the mob deemed mercy undeserved for the Dillons.
Illinois Progressive party members from most counties gather in Chicago to decide on a U S senate candidate and complete county and district tickets. The day includes executive session, receptions, a luncheon, county chairmen talks, and a women’s reception at the Progressive club. A district fair promoters meeting was postponed due to key members being away.
A basement fire at 366 Amsterdam Avenue in New York trapped residents in a five story building. Firemen rescued seven others from upper floors as Thomas J McManus his mother Mrs Mary McManus and his sister Mary died. The loss was about $26000 and one firefighter was seriously injured.
Colfax Iowa December meeting of River to River association plans permanent hard surfacing of the river to river road within a few years. A motion by F L Hopkins to start paving with brick or concrete was adopted. County committees were named to push the project and legislative committees will be formed. Q O H Carpenter elected vice president to succeed M Beem. officers to be finalized at January adjourned meeting in Grinnell.
A note on tombstone inscriptions and the practice of recording deaths. Dr Samuel Johnson is referenced in relation to epitaphs and the recording of life events on stones.
The English poet Alfred Noyes is in the United States for his first visit, arriving in New York on December 16. He plans to stay about six months, visiting major locations and drawing inspiration from America to inform his future poems and plays.
Kansas City reports a successful egg boycott led by the Housewives League after a mass meeting of women's organizations. Prices were 30 to 34 cents during the action, with storage jugs unused until costs dropped.
Washington officials report officers of the Order of Carabao deny hostility to President Wilsons Philippine policy after a dinner last week. Rear Admiral Leardward honorary president refutes press claims. Brig Gen Aleshire Brig Gen McIntyre and Admiral Soward met Sec. Gar rison and will report on the banquet. The Wilson investigation has stirred army navy circles.
In Council Bluffs on December 1 a fog engulfed the city as two street cars collided. Motorman E. K. Wyant was fatally injured and Grover Smith, a passenger, was seriously crushed while four others suffered painful injuries during the wreck.
Hemenway, a pioneer Cedar Falls attorney, files a warranty deed donating Lots 5 4 7 and 8 in Cameron's addition to the Children's Playground Association. The gift transfers title without payment, restricted to use for playground purposes, with reversion to the grantor if used otherwise. A clubhouse may be built for league use and title remains with the association if playgrounds stay maintained.
Chicago market notes stren gth in corn with Inter wing improvement and higher feeder demand. Close advanced 3 8 to 1 23 to 3 4 from last night, while Wheat slipped with government overestimation claims contributing to a net decline of 1 8 to 3 8.
A Waterloo resident, N. G. De Witt of 711 West Seventh St, writes of long time loyalty to the Waterloo Evening Courier. He recalls his father’s subscription and notes he will turn 70 in January. The page also includes an advertisement for a cigar.
Washington dispatch reports two competing plans to reorganize the Republican party as discordant factions seek a basis for unity. Former Gov. Hadley of Missouri backs a national convention or, failing that, a states referendum on reorganization. Republicans Borah Warren and Marsh push varied reapportionment schemes to balance representation across states and districts.
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