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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1913

Page

8

Federal Post at Tuapan in Dire Distress

Wm Bayard Hale, Wilsons personal representative, meets General Venustiano Carranza amid rising Mexican constitutionalist activity. In Veracruz state, the Tuxpam garrison of 250 asks for reinforcements as 1,000 rebels threaten the town. US battleship Louisiana and gunboat Wheeling guard the harbor.

Tuapan Mexico Nogales Sonora Wm. Bayard Hale Wilson Venustiano Carranza Mexico City Tuxpam Vera Cruz War Department Candido Aguilar Arthur C. Payne Louisiana Wheeling Tuxpam Harbor Veras Cruz

American sailors meet pope in private papal audience

A large party of U S Navy bluejackets received in private audience by the pope at the Vatican. Capt. Wm J Maxwell led the men from the battleship Florida to the papal apartments where Monsignor Kennedy presented them. The pope spoke with officers and gave the apostolic benediction amid Swiss guard escorts. Three cheers followed as sailors departed. The Wyoming flagship of the U S squadron arrived at Naples from Malta.

Rome Vatican Wm. J. Maxwell Florida Big Holiness Thomas F. Kennedy American College Papal San Damaso Naples Wyoming United States Malta

Dramatic Trial Tactics Shake McCaskill Case at Door

Alfred Longley in court dramatizes the McCaskill manslaughter trial by banging a revolver against a door to challenge the prosecution's claim of a shot through a kitchen door. He questions Susie Phillips and Henry Phillips testimony while urging state lawyers to replicate the scenario for the jury. The defense notes reporter Dunavan’s prior remarks undermining the witnesses.

Henry Phillips Jefferson T. McCaskill Phillips Alfred Longley McCaskill Paul Smith Susie R. E. Dunavan Susie Phillips Longley Hoxie E. H. McCoy Henry Defense Mr. Longley

Ten Towns Destroyed by Peru Earthquake

A powerful quake in the Aymaracs province of Peru last Friday wrecked ten towns and killed several hundred. Courier reports indicate the death toll may rise as more bodies are found. Survivors live in open areas with scarce food and shelter. the government has sent provisions and funds for relief.

Tima Peru Aymaracs Devas Tated

Mrs. Gay Murdered For Purse

In Los Angeles California on November 12 Burr Harris stands trial for the murder of Christian Science practitioner Mrs Rebecca P Gay. Prosecution says robbery motive, Harris pleads temporary insanity and witnesses identify him near the victim’s office and the purse alleged looted for $50 from the body.

Los Angeles Cal Rebecca P. Gay Burr Harris Harris

Four Negro Bandits Hold Up Chicago Streets and Cars

Four suspects roamed Chicago on November 12 terrorizing the west and southwest sides. They held up men and women and boarded street cars, taking small sums and jewelry from each victim. Police believe the robbers are Walters. a dozen detectives hunt them.

Chicago

Attitudes Split Over J. R. Rector Mayoral Bid

A dry forces spokesman said J. R. Rector could win mayor next spring with strong backing from the Business Men's Temperance Association and the YMCA. The remark followed Almon F. Gates saying he would not engage in mayoralty politics, signaling a potential major clash among candidates. Rector has served three terms as mayor.

J. R. Rector Business Men's Temperance Association Almon F. Gates Temperance Forces Rector

Sickly Grand Duke Alexis Threatens Russian Succession

St Petersburg reports Grand Duke Alexis, heir to the throne, is gravely ill. His possible death would strike Russia hard, affecting the remaining czar children. The czarevitch is reportedly carried by a giant guard and no recent image shows him standing. The birth of a male heir remains a concern amid royal family fears.

St. Petersburg Tuke Alexis Russia

Currency Bill Struggle in Senate Caucus Report

Washington D C Nov 12 Progress toward a currency bill agreement opened with six Democratic banking committee members asking to delay today's conference. Senators O Gorman Reed and Hitchcock stood apart with Hitchcock declining to join caucus decisions while others prepared to back or oppose house bill features.

Washington DE. C Progres Senate Banking Committee Washington, D. C Senate Democrats Wilson Hitchcock Salled

Alleged Murderer Grows More Violent in Court

Henry Spencer, accused of killing Mrs Mildred Allison Rexroat, attacked his attorney Anton Zeman in Wheaton court. Spencer demanded a quick conviction and early hanging, leaving the court unable to control him.

Chicago Henry Spencer Mildred Allison-Rexroat Wheaton Anton Zeman Zeman Spencer

President Wilson Engages in Charity Work in DC

President Wilson lends influence to charity facing Mexican issue and currency snarl. He will attend a benefit performance for the Junior Republic in Washington tonight with Mrs Wilson and appear Friday at Ft Myer for the Army Relief Society drill with Mrs Wilson.

Washington, D. C Wilson Ft. Myer Army Relief Society

Aged Chicago Woman Dies in West Pulerton Fire

Mrs. Rase tuarateure Fischer, 70, died in a fire that destroyed her home on West Pulerton Avenue. The blaze occurred today in Chicago. Fire officials report the death as the primary casualty of the incident.

Chicago Rase Tuarateure Fischer West Pulertan Ayvenun

Thorny pawn shop exchange over bird seed purchase

A stocky man in a hat enters a pawn shop on Seventh Street seeking bird seed and inquires about a set of heavy gold teeth. Perry, at the municipal pawn shop, offers a price but the buyer declines, and the exchange centers on payment and a seed purchase.

Kanens Seventh Street Aid Munietan Perry Parry van Perry Ealler &T

New York Graft Probe Deepens With McGuire Testimony

In Syracuse Clarke McGuire shows posttrial illness but prepared to testify again as the John J. Hennessy inquiry resumes. He admitted sending a message alleging contractors contributed to Tammany, under threat of perjury. Subpoenas for contractors follow McGuire.

New York Clarke McGuire Syracuse John Yoe John A. Teunéesy Tammany Tla Messafe Whitman Billeen Tanmuty Ducky Eunessy Hennessy Oy Tan McGulra

Japan Anything But Christianized Says Tokio Bishop

Bishop W M Inglehart of Tokio told the missionary board that Japan is far from Christianized. He warned the "yellow peril" would fade with more religion in the orient and cited opium and ruin as China’s greatest current enemies. He noted 457000 Methodist communicants in the mission fields.

Decatur Japan WM. T. Inglehart Tokio Missionary Board The Methodist Church Orient China

William B Wilson Attacks Michigan Copper Mines Rights

Seattle, Nov. 12. Secretary of Labor Wm B Wilson, speaking for the American Federation of Labor, bitterly condemned the Michigan copper mining companies and warned that a new concept of city property was forming. He said he would publish wages, hours, labor conditions and the miners profits.

Seattle Wash Secrev Wm. B. Wilson American Federation of Labor Today Michigan Flo

Elva crew drowned after rock collision near Myra Mouth

The Italian bark Elva sank after striking a rock at the Myra river mouth while avoiding a collision. Only three crewmen were saved, including Californian John Clasel. The ship, bound from Mississippi to Genoa with lumber, was 1,300 tons and built in 1902.

Lisbon Spain

Notable Events Ahead in Waterloo and Nearby Venues

Fragments describe upcoming activities in Waterloo and surrounding areas. Mentions include schedules for a Notre Pec Pe batt event, a Davis appearance, and a plan involving Molldine and a west high street venue. Readings reference early morning gatherings and potential signings at local sites.

Waterloo Tomostoy Davis Iran Amd Dias Pew Weieds Alcohedien Drsis

Storm Damage Expands as Ship Losses Mount

The extent of storm damage increases with each report as authorities confirm the loss of the James Carruthers, the largest Canadian freighter on the Great Lakes, amid the Lake Huron disaster. The vessel’s identity and fate remain uncertain as search efforts continue.

Huron James Carruthers Lakes Lake Huron Goderich Ont Lake Juron Charles Price Grand Bend Duanes Carruthers Tost

Cleveland Weather and Lake Traffic After Storm

Cleveland reports a storm's toll with many ships missing or ashore across Lake Erie and Huron. Rail and streetcar lines reopen gradually. telegraph and telephone services may lag for weeks. Port activity includes wrecks from Regina and Leafield with divers and coast guard observing.

Corn Beats Down as Rain Hits Markets

Chicago November reports show corn prices decreasing amid a dull session. Wheat futures declined after heavy rains in southern regions spurred selling across grains.

Mining Town Tragedy Leaves One Dead Near Awots

In a small mining town near Awots a hunter named Bilberuvan and a companion were hunting in the woods when a gunshot from a shared firearm exploded. The blast struck Bilberuvan, killing him, as his companion escaped unharmed. Local authorities investigated the accident at the scene.

Todas

Tire causes food shortage in Proctor case disruption

A temporary shortage stems from a disturbance by five parties today affecting the cooperative venture by Vers tent Gardle company. The loss stands at 150,000 dollars amid the supply disruption and the ensuing shortages in Proctor.

HOSS Vita New Dio Dring Henying Verstent Agardle

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