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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1925
Page
1
A gas blast trapped 33 miners with belief all dead. Shepherd faces murder charges in MCClintock case as seven Village Day agents are arrested on conspiracy counts.
In Washington on March 17 reports say Peruvian dissatisfaction with President Coolidge s Tacna Arica arbitration award mounts. The American Embassy in Lima is under special guard after an assault by anti American demonstrators, noted Peru envoy Herman Velarde.
Federal agents swept Hamilton County villages arresting fourteen court workers and associates for conspiring to violate federal prohibition laws. Seven were jailed in Hamilton County. others remained at large as authorities pursued remaining targets in North Bend North College Hill Newtown and Milford. Names include Arthur W Murray Elmer V Biswell John Weiler William Kuehling Charles W Hutchinson and George Frank.
Lady Magdalen Wilson-Barker faces a restitution suit led by the widow of Alfred Waterhouse. The Waterhouse claim alleges blackmail and feigned insanity by Lady Wilson-Barker and supports that Captain Sir David Wilson-Barker aided the scheme. The case involves sizable sums and the alleged manipulation of Waterhouse before his death in 1922.
In Chicago on March 17 W D Shepherd, heir to the McClintock million dollar estate, was indicted for first degree murder in an eighteen count bill. Dr Charles Farman, head of a School of Science, is charged in the same indictment with aiding the alleged typhoid germ attack.
Mellon calls for tax policy to be nonpartisan and focused on public service, urging lawmakers to set aside political affiliations and work toward fair, efficient funding for state services. He emphasizes accountability and bipartisan cooperation to resolve fiscal challenges.
Ohio and neighboring regions face widespread mine reductions as Western Pennsylvania and Indiana operators fail to attend a wage conference. Clarkson Coal Mining plans April 1 cuts, and Rail and River Coal in Bellaire has already closed, affecting about 1,500 workers.
A bucket rigged to aid entombed workers in West Virginia tunnels operated feverishly but little hope remained for survivors. The entombment occurred about a mile from the shaft as rescue efforts continued amid dangerous conditions.
A massive explosion at Bethlehem Mines Corp mine 4 near Fairmont West Virginia killed many workers. Rescue teams raced to the shaft, fire and debris hindered access, and officials doubted survivors as the mine flooded with smoke and power outages spread. The non union mine had past deadly incidents, including a 1916 gas explosion.
Columbus March 17 Senate approval of an Ohio eugenics measure clears the way for banning marriage licenses for those with certain diseases. The 31 to 0 vote follows years of effort by Senator Homer A. Ramey of Toledo, who argues the bill advances public health. If enacted by the House it would require medical exams for marriage license applicants and mark a historic step in state policy.
The Supreme Court heard arguments on the Oregon compulsory education law. The Interstate Commerce Commission orders a general freight rate structure investigation. The Federal Trade Commission launches a new policy to address criticisms of its methods. Japanese Ambassador Matsudaira denies reopening the immigration question. Democrats and Republicans clash over the administration economy record. The Senate asks FTC to probe corporate interference with cooperative marketing associations.
Peruvian President accuses Coolidge of bias toward Chile over Tacna Arica plebiscite. A powerful Peruvian faction backs reopening the case and seeking a new treaty while anti American sentiment rises in several cities. Ambassador Velarde faces possible pressure or recall as Lima weighs its response.
Homer Pettit, sixteen, farm boy, was found not guilty of shooting with intent to wound two 13 year old pupils Evelyn Davidson and Paul Smitley at Wesley Chapel country school. The jury deliberated five minutes after witnesses for the defense countered the jealousy motive. Pettit testified he struck his head on a tree limb causing the gun to discharge.
Leopold Schepp, known as the coconut king, allocates $2.5 million to a foundation for worthy New York boys age 13 to 16. Eligible youths must pledge two years abstinence from liquor and, if loyal, receive $200 and entry into a chosen business or trade. Directors will govern the foundation as lawyers finalize plans.
Mme Marguerite Pyrromene testified about the unexpected arrival of General Sir John Cowans at Mrs Dennistoun's flat while her Argentine lover Senor Bolin hid on basement stairs. The maid recalled telegrams from Cowans and Bolin pressing Mrs Dennistoun to come to him as she planned to marry Bolin.
Medina Ohio March 197- Prosecutor says exhumation will proceed after a coffee pot test negates poison. He cites new statements by Richard and Fred Gienke Jr and a suspected demented woman as the likely poisoner. The investigation also covers arsenic purchases tied to the case and a possible family motive.
State's star witness Farman confessed to involvement, claiming a $100000 motive from the McClintock estate. Grand jury questioning lasts over an hour as other witnesses including Harry Olson Dr. George Fosberg and J W Merchand detail connections. A habeas corpus petition seeks Shepherd's release while authorities plan exhumation of Emma Nelson McClintock's body.
New York March 17. John G. Sargent then Tufts center did not weigh 250 pounds as today but played in the heavyweight class. In a scrimmage with Amherst a loud report followed by players disentangling showed Sargent had fallen on the ball and burst it. Magistrate Brough, former Amherst center, recalled the incident.
Los Angeles March 17 Coroner Nance announced after autopsy on Sam Dreben that he died last Sunday from medicine erroneously administered at Dr Walter Brem's office. A nurse reportedly became confused between similarly labeled bottles leading to the fatal error. Dreben was treated for paralysis and collapsed during a Saturday visit. an inquest is set for tomorrow.
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