Coroner Hears Details In Kennedy Gun Death Case
The coroner on July 3 heard details of the death of broker Kennedy from a gunshot wound. The culprit remains unknown as the verdict is expected.
10 Aug 1921
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1921
Page
1
The coroner on July 3 heard details of the death of broker Kennedy from a gunshot wound. The culprit remains unknown as the verdict is expected.
The prosecutor states it is vital to the case that what was said not be discussed as he confirms talks with Mrs Obencham. The confidential nature of the conference is emphasized while questions about the content are avoided.
A Los Angeles coroner jury heard the Beverly Glen shooting of J Belton Kennedy as District Attorney Woolwine conferred with widow Obenchain, with Arthur Burch questioned separately. The case heads to the county grand jury as Obenchain and Burch discuss motives and love that blocked marriage.
George Livingston, for twelve years chief of the bureau of markets, has resigned to become consulting market specialist for the department of agriculture. He will study special problems relating to the marketing of farm products.
Denver Aug 9 Georges Carpentier was picked to beat Tom Gibbons in the Gibbons Carpentier bout in New York next month by champion heavyweight Jack Dempsey who praised Carpentier as the best in his weight class. Dempsey and trainer Teddy Hayes are en route to Los Angeles after a ten day Colorado vacation.
Washington reports that Congress aims to take a month long recess near the end of next week after a conference with President Harding. Republicans say the tax revision bill must pass the House first, possibly by August 20, before recess. The Senate faces opposition to quick railroad legislation and adjournment plans hinge on early fall enactment.
An inquiry will be held in San Francisco tomorrow before John K. Bulger federal supervising inspector of hulls and boilers into the grounding of the Alaska. Passengers and crew members are summoned to testify as investigators seek causes and accountability.
Denver area and surrounding states expect scattered showers Wednesday and Thursday with little temperature change. Central and eastern portions of Arizona also forecast fair, with minimal temperature variation through the period.
Conditions for the twenty four hours ending 6 p m yesterday recorded by the university. Highest temperature 82, lowest 60. Maximum wind velocity 26, wind section 5. Sleuth character of day cloudy.
Chief of Police says a suspect identified as Danker Opurgin E Ghigagy Ii was arrested near Chihuahua and will be brought to the border if a guaranteed $200 for expenses is posted. The note references a potential border transfer and expense assurance.
Warren C. Spurgin the Chicago banker missing since August is under arrest near Chihuahua City Mexico. Chihuahua City Chief of Police Hermosillo wired Juarez authorities to transfer him at the border for a 200 dollar expense guarantee. Spurgin attracted attention by his size and large tips to minor services, and a large suitcase held American bank notes destined to buy a ranch.
Rome, Aug. 9. Pope Benedict appeals for aid to Russia’s starving and plague afflicted people in a letter to Cardinal Gasparri. He urges all Christian and civilized peoples to contribute generously and asks governments to take prompt common action in the name of divine love and the Redeemer.
Positive ID was made on the naked body found in a trunk in Lake Union as Mrs. Kate M. Mahoney, a wealthy Seattle woman missing since April 15. Her husband James M. Mahoney, 38, is in solitary confinement on forgery charges related to a safe deposit box and a contested power of attorney.
America's newest battleship the superdreadnought California will be commissioned at Mare Island navy yard tomorrow at noon. Commandant E K Beach is expected to read orders authorizing the commission and Captain H J Ziegweimet er will receive orders to assume command as the flag is raised.
One dead and two wounded, all Chinese, marked the outbreak of a tong war in Seattle Washington. Riot squads rushed to the scene after a shooting reported to police headquarters.
In San Francisco on August 9 lemons dropped to 3.50 per box wholesale from 6.00. The best grade fell by one dollar while common grades declined by one and a half dollars.
Washington Aug 9 final arguments for and against a dye embargo in the next tariff law were laid before the senate finance committee. The issue splits industry with Dr E H Kilchefer urging a five year ban to shield German competition and American dye makers. George Demming warned textile firms could lose color in products if reliant on American dyes and sought fair licenses under the war trade controls.
The steamer San Jose is stranded on a reef near San Pablo reef in Asuncion bay about 100 miles south of San Diego. The destroyer Farquhar heads to assist and recover passengers and baggage while the Griffon aims to pull free the vessel. Sixty crew and thirty three passengers were landed safely.
A Denver hotel guest believes he is Roland R. Mason secretary of the Kiwanis club of Idaho Falls Idaho. He cannot recall his past but found a card instructing contact with Mrs. Roland S Mason. Mason disappeared after his car was found wrecked near Weber Utah with no body recovered, believed drowned.
Special Correspondence reports Aurae Mer riam of Gernatino county sentenced to 18 to 21 months for stealing a typewriter from a building in the XMC A area. He was brought to the penitentiary by Sheriff Charles fanahart. Merriam stated he would steal a typewriter and get away with it, even if it took his life. He said he served time in an eastern state for a similar theft and did 60 days in San Miguel county jail for another theft.
Georgee Moore a state law enforcement officer from Cheyenne Wyoming is jailed in Omaha in an extradition fight. He is alleged to have accepted money to leave Wyoming to avoid testifying in a statutory case. Deputy County Attorney Coffey and Sheriff J A Wade are connected to the case. Moore seeks release by habeas corpus proceedings.
Carl C. Mager appeals against a libel suit brought by Jack Raynolds of First National Bank. He laments the case’s inconsequential nature, urges bond purchases to cover a $15,000 note, and vows the Journal remains a public check on corrupt officials. He notes a legal defense may buy time but insists payment is urgent to avert collapse. He thanks supporters for helping near a financial relief and urges immediate action.
Geraldine Farrar, famed opera star and actress, reportedly tires of Lou Tellegen and his romantic image. Tellegen, accused of desertion, is said to have been locked out, with hints of an artistic temperament driving the split. Farrar continues with artistic pursuits as Tellegen pursues domestic life and a film career.
General Jose Alessio Robles brother of the Mexican minister to Spain was killed in a drive by five armed men in Mexico City. Jacinto Trevino offered himself to police. Robles, a veteran of early 20th century conflicts, opposed Carranza and aligned with Obregon before his death.
Rome reports Italy will develop about 1.5 million horsepower from hydro power. Over five years about half of planned stations have been erected and plans call for 6 to 7 more plants generating 353,000 HP. Prewar capacity was 835,000 HP from 28 plants. wartime output reached 217,000 HP from 68 stations.
Washington announces Charlee Rh. Forbes of Washington state, currently directing the bureau of war risk insurance, is nominated by President Harding to head the veterans bureau created by the Sweet measure. Also named is Mrs. Mabel P. Leroy of Michigan as recorder of the general land office, with John Towles of Miami, Ariz., slated for a United States land office register post in Phoenix.
Sangamon County Sheriff serves warrant on Chief Magistrate at the Executive Mansion. Bond is posted following the arrest of Governor Len Small of Illinois.
A large crowd gathered as Governor Small of Tie Notts was arrested at the executive mansion on warrants for embezzlement of state funds. Sheriff Henry Meester placed him in custody and arranged a $50,000 bond amid protest from the governor and his attorneys.
Manuel Quezon president of the Philippine senate arrived in Seattle from Manila en route to Washington D C and urged independence for the Philippines under the Jones act with full privileges for American capital, seeking an arrangement similar to Cuba.
The White House conference reports large reductions in taxes and federal outlays for the current fiscal year. Repeals on excess profit tax and half of the transportation tax are planned, along with higher income tax relief for individuals offset by a rise in corporate rates. Total government spending is trimmed from 4.554 to 4.024 billion dollars, with revenue adjustments and targeted department cuts outlined.
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