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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1914
Page
9
Memorial Day services were more ideal with thinning ranks and grave hearts as Civil War veterans of 1861-65 passed in procession, accompanied by patriotic crowds and military bearing amid a somber city observance in New York.
Rescue teams comb the sunken Empress of Ireland wreck to recover bodies with only a handful identified so far. At Rimouski and Quebec the gruesome task continues as the toll climbs and authorities work to recognize the deceased amidst the chaotic remains.
Montreal and Rimouski reports detail the Empress of Ireland sinking after a collision with the Storstad in the St Lawrence. More than 1,000 dead and 403 saved are recorded with survivors, including Captain Kendall, Captain Stead's death, and accounts of Lawrence Irving and others. Bodies gathered at Rimouski as morgues are prepared and the wrecking ship Storstad assists in rescue efforts.
The 500 mile race at Indianapolis Speedway began with a huge turnout exceeding 100,000 spectators. Early crashes sidelined several crews including Davison and Gilhooley. Thomas led after 60 miles as Chassagne wrecked and Dawson suffered serious injuries. The first 100 miles were completed by Thomas at 1 35 35, with speeds over 87 mph, while Wishart faltered with gearing problems and Goux ran seventh amid tire stops.
Dr and Mrs W A Winters and W H Cooper arrested on conspiracy to commit a felony in the Catherine Winters disappearance. Police and detectives exam cellar floor for clues while Mayor Watkins leads the investigation. Cooper unable to post bond. grand jury likely as affidavits filed in circuit court.
Des Moines reporting on rail and state races indicates Cummins Clarke and Connolly potential winners with about 55 percent support, while Thorne and Wilson vie for the rail commission seat. Governor Clarke and Cayongon lead Republican prospects. Democrats field limited contests. News outlines expected nominees and party dynamics ahead of the state convention.
Survivors recount a brutal collision and sinking in the St Lawrence as families search for loved ones. A Brantford family and others face separation. rescuers describe darkness from flooding and the perils of the wreck. Rimouski imposes beach patrols to deter looting while hundreds remain recovered.
Salvation Army delegates listed including Brigadier Dubbin and Mrs Dubbin Des Moines Ensign Mayer Waterloo and Captain Fookes Dubuque were not aboard the Empress of Ireland. They are scheduled to sail on the Olympic today Winniper May 39. The Salvation Army delegates to the London world convention who were hooked on the Empress of Ireland follow Commissioner and Mrs Rees.
Field Secretary Colonel Gaahin and wife are listed with Maidment and others. Adjutant Berkatad of Grane hospital Winnipeg, Brig. Scott Potter financial secretary Toronto, Brigadier Walker editor Canadian War Cry Toronto Met and Mrs David Creighton immigration, Major and Mrs Findlay Winnipeg, Major and Mrs Howell Toronto printing dept, Major Turtin trade dept Toronto, Major Frank Morris London department commander, Staff Captain Arthur Morrin Toronto, Captain McAmmiond Winnipeg, Staff Captain Hayes Temple corps Toronto, Staff Captain Goodwin Ottawa, Adjutant Bricp Hamilton Rescue Home, Adjutant Edwards Ottawa social dept, Ensign Jones Calgary, Ensign Peacock Calgary, Ensign Knudson, Captain Ruth Reas daughter of Commissioner Hens, staff band of 28 from Toronto HQ including Captain McGrath.
A chaotic raid at Forest Park and Medhirn's, Chitwru May Gu Afonrae, ends with seventy two to seventy five gamblers captured. Deputy Putary leads the funeral raid. pickets and guarding squads disperse the crowd as authorities arrest numerous suspects and seize chips and china from gambling rooms.
Local interest runs high as George Mason of the Mason team competes in the Indianapolis speedway trials. The Waterloo driver has faced tough competition, but Mason aims to show strong performance today.
President Wilson changed plans and will attend Memorial Day services at Arlington Cemetery. Secretary Tumulty said the president did not want his absence to be misconstrued.
Not guilty was the verdict returned by a jury yesterday in the case of Dr. W. T. Elam of St. Joseph charged with the murder of W. Putnam Cramer, a Chicago Magazine editor, in Kansas City last November. Cramer had been accused by Elam of being unduly intimate with his wife. the fatal shooting occurred when the two men met at a hotel to discuss the matter.
Frederick Harriott, aged 75, husband of actress Clara Morris, died at his Whitestone Long Island home from paralysis. He was son of Warren Harriott a banking figure. Married Clara Morris 38 years ago and served as her man and advance agent for 23 years. He leaves his widow, a blind herself, and siblings Samuel and Josephine in Massachusetts.
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Members of the Town National Guard and patriotic groups led a solemn Memorial Day procession with fife and drum. Veterans, some aged seventy to eighty, marched toward cemeteries as business closed and flags flew. prayers, orations, and a theatre program paid tribute to valor and the fallen.
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