Waterloo Saloons to Close This Saturday
Saloons in Waterloo will shut their doors this Saturday night and remain closed until either January 1 or April 1. A decision will be made at the Retail Liquor Dealers' association meeting this afternoon with a petition for a rehearing may be filed by their attorneys. Local saloonmen foresee revenue losses but hope for a partial license refund and argue a dry period could curb illicit drinking while others warn of city revenue cuts and police force reductions.
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Roosevelt Sends Vow to Fight on in Johnson Campaign
In Chicago on October 18 Col. Roosevelt urged Johnson and his supporters to keep the campaign pressure high after the assassination attempt on Roosevelt. A 25 man police escort accompanied Hiram W. Johnson from Grand Central to his hotel as security amid a tense day.
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Cripple Billy Rugh Sacrificed Leg for Girl Dies in Gary
Gary Indiana October reports say Billy Rugh a 47 year old tramp who gave his leg for a skin graft to save a girl burned in a motorcycle accident died. Pneumonia caused by ether irritation from the operation was listed as the direct result of his self sacrifice. The girl Ethel Smith recovered enough to leave the hospital two days after his death.
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Roosevelt Leaves Chicago For Oyster Bay Campaign Return
Col Roosevelt plans departures from Chicago by Monday or Tuesday on a slow Pennsylvania train to reach Oyster Bay. Physicians report improving health and expect rapid convalescence with care to avoid sepsis. Roosevelt expresses strong desire to resume campaigning despite medical cautions.
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Arthur D. Devan
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Alexander Lambert
Sgurry L. Terrell
Oyster Bay
Republican Day at Gairy Show Promises Next Year
Bulletin posts a plan for a 1913 Daisy cattle congress and repeat show in Black Hawk County Iowa with large attendance, promotions, and cattle sales. Notables include Gov Clarke and Rep. Mickel as speakers. Cattle auction and tours to Cedar Falls noted. funding and booth sales secured for next year.
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Sinatay
McCormick Accuses Liars of Provoking Assassins in Roosevelt Plot
Medill McCormick of Chicago testifies before the Clapp committee accusing Charles Hilles and others of inciting assassination rhetoric. He outlines campaign expenditures for Illinois and Taft-linked allegations, naming Cyrus and Harold McCormick and the Deering brothers as Harvester interests backing Wilson.
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Roosevelt assassination attempt carrier and show events
A chaotic report describes a suspect trying to kill Roosevelt, followed by a local exposition program with musical acts, balloon rides, and free Electric Park attractions. It notes daily balloon launches by Prof. Jack Mar, and a dairy association renting the park for the show with no extra admission. It ends with prize results for Waterloo cattle exhibits and a breeder list.
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Roosevelt's Tanning Mate Admitted to Hospital Room
A person identified as Roosevelt's tanning mate arrived at 11 29 am and was admitted to the colonel's room immediately, per report.
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Abduction Charge Against Jack Johnson
In Chivans on Oct. 18 a warrant accuses the boxing champion Jack Johnson of abducting 19 year old Lucile Cameron. Mrs. Cameron Falcone testified before Municipal Judge Wells, and the mother reacted with alarm at the police station as the case moved forward.
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Pugilist Johnson Denied Release Bonds After Arrest
Johnson was arrested at his home on West Thirty‑first Street and driven to City Hall station where he remained in a cell until a bond of 800 dollars was set. He protested the arrest and sought to sue Miss Cameron for release on bail but his request was denied. He was later released to seek judicial approval of his bond.
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Schrank Claims Effective Bullet For Roosevelt
Milwaukee dispatch reports John Schrank, jailed for attempting to assassinate Colonel Roosevelt, seeking updates on Roosevelt’s condition. He asked where the bullet had lodged and claimed ownership of the bullet, saying it was his will and intending to donate it to the New York Historical Society for display in the state capitol.
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State Capitol
Defense Opens in Decker Tail Murder Trial
New York Oct 18 The defense opened in the murder trial of Police Lieutenant Becker in the Rosenthal case. Attorney John W Hart argued the defendant is innocent and not connected to the alleged crime. Defense witnesses and claims of alibi and conspiracies were presented as the case moves toward the jury.
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Bulgarian King Declares War for Human Rights
Sofia issues proclamation urging Bulgarians to arm to aid Balkan Christians in Turkish lands. King Ferdinand cites long oppression, calls for mobilization and defense of Christian populations, framing war as a duty for human rights and solidarity.
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Moving Picture Plot Foiled in Roosevelt Shooter Case
Milwaukee report says bail for John Schrank rose from 7500 to 15000 after a film was found to scheme his release by posting the smaller amount for filming. District Attorney Zabel and Attorney Jabvel deny municipal court appearance plans, with contempt threats for the film firm.
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