04 Jan 1901
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1901
Page
1
Remme, a cash cashier, is charged with aiding Brown in making false entries at the bank. The arrest followed a warrant issued by Receiver Tucker amid sensational claims tied to the German National of Newport. Remme maintains innocence, asserting others were aware of the 1899 examination.
The arrest of E. C. Remme, cashier of the Port bank looting, links Frank M. Brown to extensive thefts before April 26, 1899. Remme faces charges of guilty knowledge, with more arrests and secret indictments said to have followed Brown and Winster. The arrest’s impact on reopening the bank remains uncertain and unlikely to speed matters.
E C Remme cashier of the German National Bank of Newport Ky was arrested on a warrant charging aiding and abetting Frank M Brown in looting the bank The arrest followed a grand jury shadow over all involved and involves entries charged to deceive bank officials and the examiner The receiver O P Tucker noted the affair to the Currency Comptroller and District Attorney Hill who ordered the arrest, with Remme found at the bank and taken into custody The bank directors were summoned to assist in securing bond and facing a troubled period since the wrecking of the bank
A bank official describes circumstantial evidence against Brown and his associate Remme. He notes sixty false entries on Brown’s books to cover a $4,000 shortage, with a secret audit and recovery of ledgers at Remme’s residence.
The President informs the Senate that he will not transmit Abraham Lawshe’s War Department inquiry into Cuban funds. Secretary Root states prosecutions are pending, and public release would not serve public interests. Executive Mansion date cited as January 8, 1901.
A Kentucky grand jury charged W. W. Parrish John H. Dewitt W. B. Cox and Sylvester Breeden with conspiring to defraud insurance firms. They allegedly sought insurance by misrepresenting Breeden’s health and plotted to cause his death to collect payouts from Union Central Life Woodmen of the World and Equitable Life. Breeden’s wife testified the men sought to kill him by keeping him drunk.
The House debated two reapportionment resolutions aimed at the South and broader national impact. General Shattuc urged examining current apportionment, with a committee to investigate alleged suffrage abridgement and to hear witnesses across states. The issue centers on counts of citizens over 21 and those denied voting rights by literacy or other qualifications.
A saloon gang blew open the W M Hoaglin general store safe near Cavette Ohio about 2 am. Sixty shots fired as Hoaglin and assailants exchanged fire. the safe held over 300 dollars including post office funds. The robbers escaped eastward leaving little clue to their identities.
Springfield Ohio January 3 Wittenberg Theological Seminary will be rebuilt in spring at an estimated cost of 10000 The college president Ruthrauff called a January 17 directors meeting to decide plans Insurance firms will pay 9000 toward the old hall coverage and this will be applied to the new building Citizens and Lutheran churches have aided the twenty two students who lost everything and most students have not yet returned from holiday vacations awaiting arrangements.
Common wealth's Attorney R. Frank Peake travels to Frankfort to challenge Governor Beckham over pardons issued to Shelby County Agricultural Association officials amid four count indictments for gaming and dancing on fair grounds. The action echoes past pardons linked to political rivals, raising questions about abuse of mercy.
Columbus reports it is probable the Ohio Legislature will attend the presidential inauguration as a body. Burgess L. McElroy issued a call for a special committee meeting to plan the off year reunion. Many Democrats favor the Washington junket over the Ssaak banquet.
A mail sack containing registered letters and valuable packages was stolen from the platform at the East Akron depot of the Valley Railroad just before train time last night.
The Conseil d Etat ruled in favor of a curate who challenged the Bishop of Annecy for not attending a funeral with Freemason insignia. It barred the Bishop from officiating at ceremonies displaying secular banners, suspended his stipend but allowed it to continue, and left the government displeased.
The 1500 stemmers at Continental Tobacco Factory settle after a strike. Managers promise all demands except a 0.5 cent raise. Docking system will be ended but improperly cleaned leaf will still lead to discharge with notice. Workers accept the settlement and will return to work tomorrow.
In Peking on January 3 Li Hung Chang and Prince Ching signaled readiness to sign an agreement once prepared. Li Hung Chang aims to push the talks to a conclusion and will attend the Spanish Legation, which is favorable to the move.
The Navy Department initiates a thorough investigation into the death of Marine Hobart K. Green aboard the training ship Santee. Secretary Long will ensure a complete inquiry and Congress may demand a congressional probe if the naval report is unsatisfactory. Rep Norton of Ohio supports no delay in uncovering facts.
Sandsdusky Ohio dispatch reports Santee officers say Hobart Green died during a grip epidemic at the Naval Academy on December 14. They cite illness among two Marine officers aboard and stress no neglect. Father’s brother MacGregor had differing views, but Marine Major Karmany praises Navy efforts and asserts no deck crowding or negligence. Green’s father denies MacGregor’s statements.
The Wright family of Mt Healthy sees a husband and wife disappear from their homes. Frank Wright says he knows where they are and why they left but will not reveal details. Mrs Ohly and Mrs Wright departed for Chicago and the West, stirring local speculation amid their prominence.
In Bowling Green Ohio on January 3, relatives of Michael Bickner, a local oil well shooter, report he likely left $50,000 or more. Currently about $30,000 has been found in banks and strong boxes. searches continue as possible hidden sums are sought. A dozen or more relatives scour property with picks and shovels.
John Alexander Dowie the faith healer has sailed for the United States on the Cunard liner Saxonia departing London on January 3.
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