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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1915
Page
1
Proceedings report a statewide gathering of leaders in philanthropy with extensive attendance and broad field coverage. Distinguished visitors from outside the state were welcomed as speakers highlight the organization’s history and scope.
The seventeenth Iowa state conference of Charities and Correction opened with 150 delegates at Walnut Street Baptist Church. W. J. Dixon noted major changes in insane patient care from crowded, unsanitary facilities to modern, well ventilated hospitals with individual attention and outdoor activity. Dr. Max B. Witte described past insanities and the shift to clinical, preventative care and meaningful occupation for patients.
A Turkish transport carrying 500 soldiers across the Marmora was sunk after hitting a mine. The Zurich message, relayed via Amsterdam by Central News, says nearly all aboard were drowned.
Chicago reports that Dr. Haiselden refused to operate on six day old John Bollinger despite maternal consent. Jury exonerated him legally but reproved defense, saying the doctor’s duty is to relieve suffering and save life.
Washington officials report President Wilson will outline in his annual message to Congress how funds for national defense proposed by the administration may be raised. Rep. Fitzgerald of New York pressed the issue, noting congressional authorization, while many Democrats oppose bonds for ongoing defense costs. The president aims to publish the message before Thanksgiving.
London Nov 22 The former lord chief justice of England Viscount Alverstone is critically ill his condition causes anxiety He left the bench in 1912 due to ill health
London reports the entente allies have inaugurated a pacific blockade of Greece to deter interference with Allied troop movements. Greeks are torn between fear of Germany and sympathy for the Allies, with some papers calling the blockade a violation of international law. Serbian victory near Nish boosts hopes for the Allied cause.
London report says the French transport Calvades with hundreds of French soldiers aboard was sunk in the Mediterranean by an unknown submarine. Fifty three survivors were rescued by the British ship Lady Plymouth, found clinging to wreckage as the crew returned home.
Rome reports a major Isonzo front advance with gains on the heights northwest of Gorizia and firm footholds near Monte San Michele. Italian artillery bombards Gorizia as heavy fighting continues, with unofficial dispatches claiming near-destruction of Gorizia fortifications and a likely early fall of Trieste to Italy.
Copenhagen dispatch says the Zeppelin 4-13, destroyed by an explosion at Tondern Prussia, completed shed and carried crew. Several marines aiding the workers smoked cigars, and an explosion killed or wounded eleven as the craft made a single westward flight over Sylt Island.
Washington reports Germany may indemnify the United States for 115 American lives sunk when the Lusitania was torpedoed by a German submarine last May. Count von Bernstorff offered the indemnity but Berlin refused unconditional apology. Secretary Lansing noted Germany may pay about 5 000 dollars per life, while the President resists a money settlement until Germany disavows the act.
State aid backed AMS conspirators under PAC of justice. Whole machinery of government to be employed in running down men responsible for fires and labor troubles, attorney general announces. Indictments to be brought this week upon mountain high mass of evidence.
Washington reports that the U.S. government will pursue those responsible for factory explosions and labor intimidation. Attorney General Gregory calls for state cooperation with labor leaders to suppress lawlessness beyond federal reach. New York says an indictment may cover those aiding war munitions to reach entente allies. A German fund of forty million dollars is alleged to finance conspiracies including arson, sabotage, and plant takeovers.
Germany and Austria Hungary press Roumania to remain neutral and offer concessions if she enters the war on the side of the central powers. The report comes from reliable sources current as of November 22.
Grace Marshall, 21, freed last Friday from a home near St Michaels after twelve years confined by her father and stepmother following a failed elopement. She weighs 57 pounds on liberation and asked for an apple from her room table under aunt’s care. Children’s Aid Society plans to present the case to the state attorney.
New York reports Fred Hell a long time song writer died in Liberty late Saturday after an operation. Born in Maysville, Kentucky, forty four years ago, Hell penned popular ballads and humorous hits. His well known Everybody Works but Father spread widely and inspired translations and performances across Europe and America.
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