09 Jul 1909
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Newspaper
Waterloo Semi Weekly Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1909
Page
1
In Pittsburg July 6 a 3000 pound flag swayed from a courthouse roof pulling tiles into the street below. Police closed nearby buildings as workers cleared debris and guards stood watch for a daylong effort. A painter, Michael Munro, telegraphed a patriotic feat by climbing the Frick building to help unfurl the flag amid 26,000 spectators. Mayor Magee fainted upon seeing him suspended above the street.
Louisville society leader Arthur Granville Langham died in Seymour Indiana after a cannon cracker exploded in his hand during a weekend gathering at John J. Peter’s home. Langham’s death follows a long career rising to president of Provident Life Assurance. The accident occurred when he relit an allegedly unspent cracker.
James Corcoran an aeronaut aged 28 from Lowell Mass died after misjudging altitude during a Fourth of July balloon ascent in Portland Maine. Fire from ground observers triggered an early parachute release at about 500 feet, failing to open properly and causing a fatal impact near the launch site. Corcoran was employed by Joseph Laroux for balloon ascensions at the eastern promenade and the incident halted the celebration as rescuers tended to him.
In Sydney the United Mine Workers of America began a strike at Collier's Province Coal company. About 6,000 miners joined, turning it into a contest with the Provincial Waritingmen's association, which kept many workers at their posts. Both bodies claim the majority of miners in the province.
New York July 6 Old Port Ticonderoga with its ruins in restoration hosted Lake Champlain tercentenary ceremonies. President Taft and a party of distinguished guests arrived late in the afternoon. Heavy rain after 9 o'clock dampened decorations and threatened plans of the commission.
Terre Haute Ind July 6 The plant of the Ohio Oil Company near Martinsville Illinois is on fire after lightning struck a 35000 gallon tank The Vandalia railroad sent a special train carrying fifty workmen from Vandalia to Martinsville to battle the blaze
In Maquoketa on July 6 a Special report states that ptomaine poisoning from pea salad caused illness among most physicians in town besides three who did not eat the salad. About 32 people fell ill. Dr. Riggs was gravely affected but is expected to recover.
A planned US first, a premium St Louis apartment house will bar tenants with children. Priced at 400000, the building will offer baby incentives including a free rent month for girls born, two months rent for boys, a nursery, playrooms, and free nursery care. Real estate dealer S. D. Lederer organized the syndicate backing the project.
Miss Elizabeth Monk seventeen a Philadelphia telephone operator died after a self inflicted poison act following an insult from a caller. A superior believed she was on a personal call and later reprimanded her prompting a plan to resign from work. The note said she preferred death to disgrace after the reprimand. Monk was described as popular and had been promised a promotion.
Mrs. Lilian Hoak, in Los Angeles, consumed a small cantaloupe and coffee for her first meals in forty eight days, claimed to be the longest medical fasting record. She remained well and kept up housework during the fast, which followed years of stomach trouble.
London. July 3. A political panic grips the city after the murder of Lieut. Col. Sir William Hutt Curzon Willie by an Indian fanatic at a public reception. Police guard high Indian officials as fears grow of a broader campaign. The slayer Madar Lalof Dhinagri declines remorse except for the dying man he killed earlier, while authorities warn of further attacks by politically motivated plotters.
Dayton, July 3. Joe Hunt, 13, dubbed the king of juvenile tramps, arrived by rail and was picked up by Officer Janning. He reports roaming the United States, Alaska, Cuba and Mexico in seven months, surviving on little money after a string of arrests and escapes. He left home after his mother died and his stepmother mistreated him. his father then died, leaving him to live with an older brother.
Oscar Hammerstein on his three months abroad to find talent reports hearing over five hundred voices in search of operatic stars. He claims only forty seven met the standard at the Manhattan opera house and notes singers believe they are Patti Melba or Caruso level regardless of the reality. They insist there is a world against them or a secret mafia if not hired at top salaries.
In Pittsburg on July 6 a flag 18½ feet long and 96 feet wide was hoisted between the Allegheny county courthouse steeple and the Frick building. The vast banner was composed of 50,001 flags united to form one monumental display, with 50,000 smaller flags at the top that will unfurl as the main flag drops.
The Danish American Association held a July Fourth celebration at the Aarhus national exposition attended by Crown Prince Christian and the crown princess. Carl Hansen of Tytler Minnesota led the group with addresses by American Minister Maurice F. Egan and Danish Minister Count Carl Moltke. King Frederick could not attend but sent best wishes through Dr Max Henrius. About 40,000 crowded the exposition grounds as Dr Henins delivered a greeting amid cheers and President Taft’s goodwill message was read.
In Ione Oregon on Saturday eight men were shot during a sheriff posse pursuit of T G Earheart an ex convict Earheart wounded six pursuers and surrendered after exhausting ammunition An aged Portland man W H Escue was shot by mistake and seriously injured Aged woman Mary Demarce in New York is jailed for shooting her step daughter Margaret Carle in a dispute over property at Jerry City
At Crown Point New York and Vermont co host the Champlain tercentenary celebration marking the 360th anniversary of Samuel de Champlain s discovery of Lake Champlain The event recalls Champlain s meeting with Huron and Algonquin allies and Iroquois in battle with participation from France England Canada Indians and U S and Canadian representatives over the week long series of exercises commem orating Champlain valley history
July 6 report cites Queen of Spain’ remark after the birth of the infant princess. She expressed pleasure and repeated hopes to have as many children as possible, aiming for a larger family than the Princess of Wales. Her mother noted maternity suits her destined profession.
The report describes the activities of Schlatter a religious healer accused of swindling victims across Iowa. A Janesville resident Will McMullen alleges seven fake treatments for one dollar each left him near death and branded Schlatter a smooth villain.
Mount Borgasier, formed by volcanic action in an Aleutian inlet years ago, disappeared after an earthquake felt near Unalaska on June 21. The Homer reported the event as water in the surrounding sea reached 240 degrees with steam issuing from the lake. a thermometer showed the rapid temperature rise as eggs boiled in the sea. The Perry cutter crew observed the phenomenon and noted the unusual sub marine activity.
President Taft arrived from Beverly for Norwich 240th anniversary celebration. A crowd greeted him as Winslow Tracy Williams hosted the day. Taft praised local settlers Miantonomo and Narragansett leaders, then left for Albany. at Putnam he quipped about geography and weather while addressing about 1,000 onlookers.
In Victoria British Columbia on July 6 heavy fog blocked shore access as 149 Japanese perished in the blaze and sinking of the steamer Ni. Among the dead are 132 family members and other Japanese workers. The incident involved drowning or burning during the ship disaster.
Great Britain, Austria Hungary and the United States notify China they do not recognize the Russia China preliminary agreement for Manchuria rail administration. They insist laws governing residence in international settlements must come from the treaty powers. Talks on this subject opened last month are blocked indefinitely.
On July 5 in San Antonio Texas Confederate and Union veterans joined for the first time in the Independence Day observance along with Spanish American War veterans. Business was suspended as the day was generally observed.
Atv and Mrs M J O Keefe, Mr and Mrs C G Stearnes, J B Maynard, C L Kingsley, John Asquith, E B Conroy, John Ash and Mr Mitchell left Waterloo yesterday morning bound for Los Angeles to attend the annual Elks reunion. They will stop en route at Denver Colorado Springs Salt Lake City and other points of interest, arriving in California next Sunday morning.
Jesup report says Mrs. Robert Houck suffered burns to head face and neck when a kitchen oil fire flared while she lifted the lid Sunday morning. She escaped eye injuries and is expected to heal despite painful burns. Mrs Houck is daughter of Hon B F Stoddard a Buchanan county legislator.
Transactions include Helen Bowen to A W Vaughn Cedar Falls parcel for 456 dollars and multiple Waterloo land deals. Brieg Callaghan trades involve 18-90-23 and 10-90-14 parcels, sums range from 400 to 4 598 dollars. Additionally F J Eighmey trustees sell East Waterloo lots for one dollar and 5 273 44 to Bridget Callaghan includes 18-96-13 and 13-94-14 parcels.
Mrs Mary Gibson a visitor at Chautauqua park and staying at Willard hall fell on Sunday afternoon tearing a left shoulder and sustaining multiple bruises. After dinner she sought shelter at the Orpheum theater as a strong wind and gray skies persisted. The reading notes batch also mentions a strong week bill with trained seals as a top attraction and a cold wind continuing through the day.
Chicago report says Ella Gingles a lacemaker, accused by Agnes Barrette of larceny, is deemed hysterical and unreliable by state physicians and charged as primary in a bathroom gagging at Hotel Wellegton on February 16. Trial paused due to Mrs Benedict J Short illness. next session expected to be lively. Assistant State's Attorney Short argues truth of January 4 events hinges on bathroom incident. defense says two separate acts. O'Donnell, for Gingles, plans to contest admission of bathroom evidence and seeks separate charges if used.
Cedar Rapids business leaders discuss rumors that Bell Telephone bought Cedar Rapids and Marion Telephone stock and may consolidate the two local exchanges. Residents complain about rentals from two companies. a single exchange is hoped, as franchises on Cedar Rapids streets may lapse and politics loom in upcoming municipal elections.
Judge Egerton J. Conger, famed for leading the detachment that captured John Wilkes Booth after Lincoln's assassination, was badly injured when struck by an automobile driven by Sheriff Goe man in Dillon Montana on July 5. He faced possible fatal injuries, with medical staff assessing his condition.
Commander William K. Gise executive officer of the gunboat Annapolis and station ship at Tutula Samoa died there yesterday at age 38. He was a native of Dwight Illinois.
Madrid reports the Spanish government is studying spending about 15 million francs for a new Atlantic coast naval base. Proponents argue the Mediterranean coast is already well protected and note large works near Barcelona underway or planned.
Father J. J. Brennan of Wausau Wisconsin is in Kenosha for a week with his mother Mrs Mary Brennan and relatives. He will attend a mass in Gilbertsville with Father Michael Ambrosky returning from four years study in Rome. Police Chief Shot in Kenosha A shots fired incident left Chief Owen O Hara likely fatally wounded as a masked assailant fled through downtown and among freight cars. Government notes 57 wireless stations and 6 vessels equipped with wireless telegraph apparatus.
The Dubuque Telegraph-Herald argues that while overall opportunities for young men and women are fewer as land values rise and western settlement continues, enough limited chances remain to spark ambition and the drive to succeed for graduates. Emigration lures many, yet some stay to pursue the American dream.
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