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Newspaper
Western Kansas World
Location
Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1913
Page
2
A Western Kansas newspaper reprints a Charleston News and Courier column skewering the feminine dress debate. It mocks the idea that slit skirts express freedom and predicts women will revert to traditional styles, then notes Saxony moves to Germanize school terms by replacing foreign words with German equivalents.
A Turkish college president faces a port official over a shipment of textbooks with one copy saved as evidence amid warnings to give thanks to Allah. Separately Swiss astronomer Le Coultre notesMars appears luminous in repeat spots, suggesting intelligent signaling. Verdi centennial noted with debate over exact birth year, and references to his major operas.
War against negrosites boosts push to save wild birds. Audubon Society praised for awakening public to value of life in forests and national resources, warning that fashion should not endanger conservation gains. English society trends shift as heiresses influence social scene. Tea aboard scenes and odd culinary notes pepper the column.
Seven Mexican generals signal surrender as a peace commission arrives in Juarez bearing terms. Huerta’s regime is described as bankrupt and unable to pay troops. Villa is asked to grant safe passage for noncombatants and pardons for federal officials, with many officers likely fleeing to the United States near Ojinaga.
Yates Center National Bank in Yates Center Kansas was closed by Cutler and state bank examiner due to paper losses. The bank, once the county’s strongest, held deposits around 263 000 and capital 50 000 with surplus and profits of about 217 000. President C G Ricker and cashier F W Naylor led the bank. depositors expected full payment. Other town banks were reportedly in good condition with no safety concerns.
Lincoln Neb At a special election the draft home rule charter was defeated 1570 to 7 voters opposed the charter tied to municipal corporations and a push to permit municipal control of utilities The measure was framed by a Lincoln commission and faced opposition as a pro municipal power draft For a National Road Day Washington A bill proposes a permanent public holiday June 17 named Nations Road Day by Rep Ferris of Oklahoma
Chicago notes a price uptick for eggs with quotes indicating costs of 32 to 45 cents a dozen for ordinary grades. Reports say shipments were tighter with fewer cases and higher costs despite earlier declines.
Floodwaters from heavy rains flood Dallas and central Texas rivers causing property damage near 200000 dollars, washing out tracks, delaying traffic and reaching low stages in Port North Waco and Austin.
Washington opens the second regular session of the 63rd Congress under Democratic control. Speakers and officials take oath as members return. routine business and currency bills dominate early days. The new Congress plans a wide agenda including currency reform, rural credits, naval programs, antitrust measures, and river and harbor budgets.
Fuller Shallenberger of Manhattan Kansas was found guilty of a murder near Auburn Nebraska fourteen years ago after a ten day trial. Sentencing not yet imposed. August Kopf of Vallejo California to be tried on the same charge. Julian Bauhaud’s murder in his shack remains linked to the case. Shallenberger reportedly confessed while living in Manhattan Kansas last July, naming Kopf as an accomplice.
Chicago farmers and Chicago housewives may strike a direct sale pact to curb egg prices. Delegates from the Minnots farmers institute promote a steady market by selling directly to homemakers, signaling allied action against the price trouble.
In Kansas City Kansas a 15 year old boy named John Bodner leaped into the Kaw river above James street bridge to rescue a 54 year old invalid, Mise dulta Mange, who had attempted suicide by jumping from the old water works bridge. Officials will seek Carnegie hero medals for the boy.
Two criminals entered Palo Verde Valley Hank Blythe Gal and shot cashier W Bowles dead taking about 5000 in gold. Perry Lydick a young farmer near Speermoore Okla and his wife have been declared insane by the Ells county insanity board. Earth project at Culevra Cut on the Vanama canal prompts hillside removal. Dredges at work on this protest. Five killed in Arcadia hotel fire with fifty lodgers trapped. White House wedding party Sayre to Baltimore for Thanksgiving luncheon with Mrs Harrison Garrett. Prince of Wales may attend opening of the Xcsims canal per Liverpool Courier. Mary Sachs schooner aiding Stefansson Arctic expedition.
The House approved the Hay Volunteer Army bill by a unanimous vote. It authorizes a volunteer force up to 242 900 to be raised in time of war or threat and used by the President, with critics urging it signals preparation for war with Mexico. Representative Mann and Representative Munn condemned Wilson policy and warned of broad intervention plans. A prior 1908 law is deemed obsolete, prompting the new measure.
President Wilson urged direct primary election of presidential candidates during a Senate session that lasted over an hour. Bristow and Cummings urged Democrats to back the reform, while Senator Martin claimed Democrats were in full accord with their leaders. Bristow and Cummings challenged Democratic leaders to endorse Progressive Republican bills already filed.
A five story Arcadia lodging house on Washington Street suffered a deadly fire trap incident. Twenty seven men died or were fatally injured as fire escapes failed, with most bodies charred. one identified victim was George F. Adams of South Boston.
An advertisement promotes smoking a herb remedy for catarrh claiming it is a simple pleasant reliable method. It offers a free mail package and booklet from Dr. J. W. Blosser of Atlanta, with a full size box priced at 1 dollar. The text urges readers to send name and address to obtain the trial and booklet.
Betty announced she will marry, revealing a surprise engagement. He remarks he is asked to be one of her bridesmaids, noting the wedding was planned months ago and shared with him in confidence.
A fragmentary, old timey exchange notes a claim of falsehood avoided by a speaker. It mentions high Dhaene Mra. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for Children as soothing teething gums and easing pain, while village gossip provides the backdrop of local chatter.
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