24 Feb 1910
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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1910
Page
1
In Philadelphia the Black Horse Cavalry patrols on trikes amid tense labor unrest. Authorities warn the situation may extend trouble as agitation flares across the city and affects the broader strike wave.
Violence and disorder erupt as a street car strike disrupts Philadelphia. At least 200 hurt, 50 injured civilians, 7 cars burned or wrecked, 750 windows broken, 400 arrests, and $400,000 in property losses reported. Police struggle to control protests as union leaders threaten a broader nationwide strike.
President Taft needed rest causing chaos at Union Station Washington with all trains halted for over an hour. Bells and whistles silenced as no coupling of cars occurred during the presidents nap in the capital.
Washington ed 24 Special reports Representative Perkins of New York remains critically ill with no change in condition since last Tuesday when doctors warned the end could come within hours. He continues to battle against death despite predictions.
Today is the last day for property owners to pay the assessment for the Indiana or Tenth district sewer construction. Those who fail to pay will be advertised as delinquents and civil suits for collection will be started.
Charles H. Neider paid fifty one yards in lieu of one dollar to settle a fine of three five dollars and costs after being accused of peddling without a license. He claimed goods were bought from a second hand shop and was ordered to pay the balance or face jail. The judge urged reform over punishment.
Sixty singers gathered in the city to organize a union choral society under Professor Owens, with plans to select a meeting place and form a permanent open air chorus. A brief rehearsal was held and arrangements aim to fund necessary expenses through membership fees.
Chicago lawyer Charles S Davies is held on a charge of extorting 2900 dollars from Charles Lester president of the Cadillac Automobile Co He allegedly claimed State's Attorney Wastman could be influenced or he would prosecute Lester on bigamy charges related to a divorce from his first wife in Cleveland Davies declined to comment on the circumstances of his arrest
Paris report states former Vice President Fairbanks postpones his planned sailing home by one week to accept an invitation to address the Pilgrim's club in London. He now plans to sail March 12.
President Taft speaks in Newark amid calls for government economy and tariff relief. He thanks reporters for their reception and signals intent to “make good” despite criticism. Governor Murphy and Franklin Murphy praise his efforts and urge prudent policy.
Two telephone operators at the local exchange were overcome by smoke as a blaze damaged the Ohio building early today. They remained at the switchboard until unconsciousness. damage estimates start at 72 dollars.
Paris February 24 Special a small thrust in the vieht arm of Senator Eugene Lintillac delivered by Senator Raphael Milles La croix ended the duel between the two statesmen in the Parc des Princes. The air of the war era was staged as a farcical French duel.
A new local market hog price record reached 9.95 yesterday with a ten cent jump. Predictions at the stock yards say the price will hit 10 by the first of March.
LaPorte county authorities seek a missing trainman who was aboard the Lake Shore train when Joseph Tarnaski was thrown to his death near Otis. Conductor Swan and companion Capps were injured. Capps is convalescing in Folly Family hospital. The grand jury, coroner, and state’s attorney prepare evidence and await the missing man’s return to press murder charges if foul play is proven.
Alfie C O Neal identified as a former Toledo resident who died in a city jail cell under mysterious circumstances. Papers show he lived at 437 Cherry Street and belonged to the Lake Carriers Association. He was 37, born in Rome Georgia. Police had not learned if relatives wished to claim the body.
James Lawler street car conductor was fatally killed and John Corcoran motorman fatally injured when a Northwestern suburban train collided with their car at a crossing on the north side. Six passengers were seriously injured.
William Sayler repeated the account of Miss Adams's death during a midnight session with detectives. He described the quarrel before her fall from a railing into the water, maintaining calm despite the grim recollection.
The Interstate Commerce Commission announced Stephen S. Gregory of Chicago as the third arbiter in the dispute between the Switchmen's union of North America and several railroads entering Chicago. The Illinois state board of arbitration began hearings here on the Chicago yard men affiliated with the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen and the eighteen railroads with Chicago terminals.
In Jersey City on February 24 the prosecutor began action to force National Packing to present books before the grand jury in the heel trust probe with possible jail terms for officers and stockholders if convicted. Separately a Senate panel discussed high food prices and revival of golf in Elkhart and a proposed country club to engage local golfers.
Watertown Massachusetts February 24 Special James O O Brien seventeen years old is dead after red pepper was sprinkled on the bed of Harpoot an Armenian with the Armenian in custody charged with murder Neighbors forced entry and a struggle ensued as authorities moved the suspect from the scene
Train schedules were disrupted by cold weather with No 32 over an hour late after leaving Chicago. Westbound trains including the Twentieth Century Limited were delayed by freight blockages east of Toledo with arrivals several hours late.
Washington February 24 Special Senate debate on Heyburn Idaho Republican resolution to form a three member select committee to investigate the so called third degree used by officers of law. The measure was sent to the judiciary committee for study.
Dr. Benjamin Kuhn escaped serious injury after his automobile burst into flames on Main Street yesterday afternoon. Gasoline leakage flooded the car and flames erupted. Officer Abby Miller hurried to the scene and helped extinguish the blaze.
Elkhart meat dealers and provision merchants see only a remote possibility of price increases. Other cities show wider effects as the end of a meat boycott causes prices to soar. Chicago quotas reach new heights amid broader market impact.
Buffaloy reports hogs mixed and Heavy sold for 10.05 per hundredweight, the highest price on any U S market since the Civil War. Dealers expect further gains this week as supplies tighten and demand remains strong. Chicago notes meat prices rise with butchers signaling additional increases ahead in sausages, beef and poultry products.
Retailers warn of higher food costs as the meat boycott fades and prices rise across the country. Chicago and Indianapolis report higher beef and pork quotes while Elkhart holds on at 25 cents per dozen for eggs and 28 cents for porterhouse with other cuts cheaper. Beef shortages and western cow supply push anticipated gains into spring.
Justice Brumbaugh indefinitely continued the surety of peace case against Enos Fields and family. An agreement was reached at Claude Lee's office with the Fields and Peters promising to forget past difficulties and live in peace.
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