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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1922
Page
1
President moves to end mine squabble as R B division chief transferred to Detroit. Superintendent T A Roberts named general agent at Michigan Metropolis and Toledo Division head, R H Pinkham of Virginia to relocate here.
W M Wardrop promoted to general agent at new Detroit terminal and superintendent of the Toledo division. T. A. Roberts, Fort Wayne Pennsylvania Railroad superintendent since 1921, named general agent in Detroit. R H Pinkham to replace Roberts in Fort Wayne. Wardrop moves to Wilmington as southern division head.
Miss Ruth Tracy of Pennsy Office leaps into first place on Wednesday with rising interest as Miss Rattie Wheeler moves to second and Misa Williams sits third in the close standings.
The Pennsylvania railroad official Ming Ruthraey tops the Good Will vote update with 1 071 total, followed by Mig Tracy and Ming LuVon Williams in second and third. Mrs Hagel Wysong and Margaret Prysinger also run strong as reporting notes from the election period continue on Page 3.
Commander Hanford F. Mannider of the American Legion endorses a Good Will Contest praising the Barkerhouse Committee for Devas tated France and urging support for delegations of representative American women to Franco. The letter emphasizes mutual understanding between the two republics and speaks to vision and foresight enabling the trip.
Bulletin from Mexico City reports unclear fate of 40 American employees seized near Taniglea amid rebel activity. Officials in Washington say no conclusive word on ransom demands or payment, noting ongoing confusion and delayed confirmations from Tampico and consular channels.
Legal actions threaten to halt injunction proceedings over the operation of wagon mines in the state. Judge A B Anderson indicated he may not rule tonight, and Mrs. Clara Masson seeks to uphold her aunt’s registry under local law while contesting the other side’s claims.
Former Mayor Glenn Tole wins 12 cents damages from the Macon Telegraph in a libel case. He sought fifty thousand dollars alleging defamation over an article published May 31, 1921, in Macon, Georgia.
A pump salesman, Rev Kaulinan 66, of New Davenport, was struck and killed by a passenger train in Pennsylvania while en route to his home. The accident occurred near crossing points south of the station as the engine did not stop in time. coroner and railroad officials investigated.
Irma Hoff, former wife of Nie Shaffer, testified at Lagrange tonight that Shaffer held a long standing hatred for his brother Jahor W. Shaffer and killed him last Thursday evening. Hoff described abuse during marriage and divorce proceedings, including temper outbursts and name calling, linking them to the cited murder.
Wage reductions for maintenance employees were ordered by the board as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy. The move follows guidance from railway unions and aligns with national efforts to curb labor costs in the industry.
Report from Chicago notes a near certainty of a railway walkout by about 400000 men if demands are not met. With union ultimatum rejected, officials consider mediation or court action to avert a strike. Leaders weigh conference talks and possible federal board intervention to protect commerce.
William J. Wood of Indiana was unanimously elected chairman of the Republican congressional committee. The meeting also named representatives J. N. Tincher of Kansas and John Q. Tilman of Connecticut to key posts while H. Rascom Slemp of Virginia was selected as second vice chairman.
Irish Free State forces and Republican insurgents battle around Dublin center in an Armory clash at the Four Courts. Heavy shelling and gunfire render civilians at risk as casualties mount on both sides.
Grand Rapids Mish, June 26. Melvin T. Trotter, superintendent, is named as father of four children by Florence Moody. Moody testifies that Miax Moody, in statement to George B. Walker, asserts years of connection with Misaton. The hearing concerns parentage and alleged infidelity, with Mrs. Lottla M. Traiter opposing the superintendent.
President Harding plans a conference with leaders of the bituminous and anthracite unions and mine operators to seek a method for negotiating an end to the coal strike. Secretary Davis and Hoover will help coordinate discussions with wage and wartime scale issues while avoiding broader miner demands.
In a June briefing, 41 Western European experts led by M. Alphand discussed Russia’s finances. They agreed to exchange detailed data on government loans provincial rail bonds and treasury bills to prepare a comprehensive study. The commission adjourned until Monday for further preparation.
A railroad wreck near Prairie Home east of Talnocolm caused one death and seventeen injuries among passengers and crew. The fatality was SS McGennen, with multiple injured including passengers tied to the That Rocky Mountain Noticed line. Victims include Btainte of New Washington Theodore Hessler and John E K. Stickforr of Wildven Indiana.
Fort Wayne police say they can prove the suspect’s guilt. Officers report the pistol was bought locally and consider the discovery a key fact in the case. The prisoner is to be arraigned within days.
Fort Wayne detectives announced new links in a murder case involving Nic Sheffer, who is identified as the purchaser of an automatic pistol used in the shooting of Mr and Mrs James W Sheffer in Auburn last Thursday. Officials say two key circumstantial links have been found and arraignment on a formal murder charge is expected within days.
The Annolated Press reports that the Democratic members of the House Merchant Marine Committee oppose a ship subsidy plan drafted by the majority. They warn the government owned merchant fleet would burden the people with billions in deflation costs and long term subsidies. The report contends postwar deflation and inflation would transfer wealth to shipping firms and stockholders.
Porter J. McCumber, U S Senator and Senate Finance chair, held a strong lead in North Dakota Republican returns as of 2 45 p m with about two to one over his nearest challenger. County results show McCumber ahead in rural areas while urban centers favor opponents.
The article notes government efforts to curb liquor and drug abuses aboard ships, with cooperation from authorities. It highlights the challenge of enforcing crew inspections on land and the slow pace of federal searches, pointing to corruption risks and the need for faster, coastwise enforcement to prevent illicit trafficking.
A woman aged about 40 was killed when a bolt of lightning struck her while she gathered chickens near her home north of Da fentativ today. She stood under a tree calling the birds when a sudden flash felled her. bystanders found her dead and the chickens scattered.
Three aviation cadets died when their aircraft crashed from a high altitude at Kelly Field. The incident involved instructors and trainees from various locations, with witnesses reporting a fire as the aircraft went down.
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