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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1913
Page
7
Mexican Provisional President Huerta aims to obtain full congressional ratification of his dictatorial acts.Observers see possible self elimination if foreign powers press for retirement while Huerta may name a successor. New tax edicts and currency moves accompany his last acts before the new congress.
Albert Zinkie, 44, killed his mother and then shot himself in Chicago on November 20. Police found a note stating the deed was done because they were "hard up and better off dead," indicating a murder suicide motive.
Worcester Mass November 20 Inter vention should not be thought by the United States declared Dr Neyin Winter author of several books on Mexico in addressing the Clark university conference of Latin America today on The fundamental causes of the present situation in Mexico From a standpoint of dollars and cents it would be cheaper for Uncle Sam to reimburse all losses sustained by Americans than to incur the expense that Intervention would involve The present disturbed condition in Mexico is probably the final transition the dawn of a new era The new paroxysms now shaking the country in rebellion and treacheries mean the recovery of Mexico ultimately to peace and prosperity A strong man must arise a leader of enough force to draw the people to him and to defy any opposing chieftain who may wish to create trouble for his own aggrandizement Mr Winter attributed present conditions to past methods of government in Mexico to the great estates held by the wealthy and to the system of peonage.
Kansas Progressive leaders meeting in Topeka announce an independent state ticket for 1914. William Allen White denies harmony with Republicans as former Gov Stubbs attends. Women to participate in the gathering and discuss party plans.
New York Nov 19 Hans Schmidt slayer of Anna Muller was called for trial today but the case was put over by consent of both sides until Nov 26.
In Davenport Iowa on November 20 Joe Hill a coachman at No 8 attempted suicide by taking poison then cut his throat and hanged himself at his home authorities reported this afternoon confirming the tragic death amid the quiet street scene.
Lord Cowdray appeals to the United States to extend protection to the Pearson concern in Mexico. He cites the Tampico battle ship's presence as preventing property destruction and asks Ambassador Page to relay that he did not provide financial or other aid to Huerta.
Late day reports cite Miss W. O. Donnell of Carroll as state regent elected with other officers to be chosen later. Mason City named next meeting place as delegates tour city, while convention closes with banquet at Our Lady of Victory academy and talks by seven priests. Treasurer Miss Murphy Eagle Grove, State Advocate Mrs Rexneald Town City, State Monitor Mrs Maude O Keefe Waterloo.
Arch ie Lowa, longest serving Washington government employee, died in Washington at age around 90. He headed the robing room for the Supreme Court for about 64 years, claiming to have served two thirds of all justices who sat on the bench since Chief Justice Taney's era. He joined the government during Taney's time.
Secretary Daniels toured St Louis meeting Albert Bond Lambert and the Jefferson Memorial as he spoke to women about a new and better day in politics. He said parties should compete for public welfare rather than fight as hostile armies and noted money in elections is waning as public sentiment grows.
Lincoln Neb Nov. Several men are under arrest after a streetcar holdup near the city west limits left Fred Wise dead. Motorman Wa Ladd says he shot at the bandits as they fled, one staggering. Chief Malone identifies one suspect as likely part of the pair, but details remain undisclosed.
A reader in Waterloo dated November 1913 writes to the Courier praising its service since moving to the city eight years ago. The short letter, signed by P. Heverly, expresses personal loyalty and gratitude to the newspaper and editor.
In Cumberland Wisconsin on November 20 a 13 year old, Geo Ladd, son of Geo Ladd, was killed while returning from a country school six miles west of yere when two of his schoolmates engaged him in a fight. the incident is reported as a fatal assault with a tragic outcome.
Media Pennsylvania November 20 two Glen Mills men Roland Pennington and Geo Marsh confessed to killing S Lewis Pinkerton tax collector of Edgemont Township and burying his body after assault during a robbery. Pinkerton 26 last seen November 7 with about 200 dollars in his pockets and a ring which were missing later.
Chicago November 20 The annual land show opened today with exhibits from every agricultural region of the United States and Canada. U S exhibits feature dry land farming desert land reclamation and road building. A department of agriculture display demonstrates education results with charts and a student attendance value of ten dollars per day. President Wilson pressed a button in the White House to light the event.
Kansas City railroad mechanic Nor mour Hutelins was held for coroner's inquest into the death of John B. Whitson a reclusive and reputedly wealthy man found dead a week ago in a log cabin near Independence. Whitson's throat was cut and the cabin showed signs of ransacking.
Denver judge Ren BR Lindsey caused a stir by ruling that pictures titled September Morns, depicting raped women, are works of art. Complaints that merchants sold such imagery led him to state he would frame any such picture in his courtroom. The scene drew crowds and showcased a controversial take on art and morality.
In Charleston West Virginia on November 20, testimony in the assault case against wealthy farmer Graham Wilson continued. Miss Kate Turner testified in court with cross examination detailing an alleged June 6 incident on Wilsons farm after a horse show. The penalty on conviction is death.
Mov 20 Atlantic reports show beekeepers earning substantial honey sales. Frank C. Pellett notes statewide figures with B A Aldrich of Smithfield surpassing Rhode Island output, FLW Hall of Colo exceeding North Dakota totals, and W Blackman of Nevada selling $538 from 47 colonies. J H Fitch of Bedford sold over $424 from 40 colonies.
Edward A. Fiske, long suspected as the bandit who held up the Chicago San Francisco Limited near Contra Costa, was released from jail by order of Chief White after officers found no sufficient evidence to detain him. Meanwhile Mr and Mrs T J Elis and their child depart for Washington for a two week visit. El Tovar Havana Cigar 6c.
Washington records show August 15 1913 prices higher than any time in 28 years per the Bureau of Labor statistics. Potatoes up 20 percent and meats up, while sugar, wheat flour and corn meal fall.
Secretary Daniels accused President Wilson of being controlled by a harsh boss figure in remarks here. He said Wilson is weak and guided by this boss in shaping Great policies, noting a friend asked why he refused action and the president replied I cannot do it my boss will not for me. The president added My conscience is my boss. A separate report from New York outlines a $72,935 campaign increase for the Young Men and Young Women’s Christian associations with major gifts, bringing total subscriptions to 2,665,011 and new pledges of 25,000 promised by two sources.
New York. District Attorney Whitman launches a probe into campaign funds and expenditures of political parties after suspicions that some contributions were not disclosed. Everett P. Fowler, Kingston lawyer and Democratic committeeman, has been indicted for extortion. Authorities plan more indictments, targeting extortion and conspiracy linked to highway contractors and possible graft totaling about 5 million dollars. Fowler may name associates as cases unfold.
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