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Newspaper
Indianapolis Star
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1923
Page
1
Paris dispatch reports the European unity crisis deepening as British and French leaders clash over reparations and strategy at Lausanne. Bonar Law and Poincare face irreconcilable positions, threatening a formal break in allied unity and complicating Western powers' plans toward Turkey and the Near East.
Forecast calls for Thursday and Friday in Indianapolis and vicinity with mostly cloudy skies. Expect somewhat warmer daytime conditions and a colder night with possible snow or rain in the north. conditions vary by region and include relief from recent humidity readings.
George W. Stebbins, American auto shop owner, was fatally wounded tonight after stepping into a pistol duel between two military men in the streets of City of Mexico. Five others were wounded, among them Gen. Leoviett de Avila and Lieut. Col. Constantina Lazcana, as the conflict spilled into public view.
Harry M Mobberly of Shelbyville is elected president of the state board of agriculture. A city hospital ward proposal, water company appraisal cut, and education board actions are noted. A patrol raid uncovers concealed liquor while zoning appeals form. narcotics arrests and legal actions span the region with multiple officials named and ongoing investigations.
State troops and civil authorities tighten security in Bastrop and Mer Rouge as hearings on the Morehouse kidnapping and murders near. Governor Parker signed a martial law edict, placed with Adjt. Gen. Toombs, for possible promulgation. Ex-mayor Dr. B. M. McKain arrested in Baltimore to face murder charges and extradition proceedings proceed.
Testimony at the Statehouse before the public service commission examined the LaCrosse switchboard installed by Kellogg at LaCrosse Wisconsin. A J Allen of AT&T testified the LaCrosse board improved traffic efficiency, with counts of calls and operator capacity analyzed. The hearing adjourned for lunch with further cross examination expected.
Jane Addams of Chicago departed for Paris to urge the allied powers to settle the indemnity problem at once in behalf of women worldwide. The move targets remedies seen as threatening Europe with renewed strife and unrest.
A suspension bridge over the Cowlitz river in Kelso Washington collapsed during a traffic jam. Up to 30 people are missing and about the same number injured as rescuers work through darkness. The city suffered a power outage and water mains were disrupted. The bridge, built in 117, failed when a supporting cable buckled under the load.
Washington January 3 The Treasury announced the retirement of all outstanding Victory notes before their May 2 maturity. Redemption will allow about 50 million dollars in notes not yet called to be redeemed upon presentation. The Treasury also expects to pay 205 thousand dollars to holders of notes called for retirement on December 15 but not turned in.
Exports of Russian grain begin for the first time since famine struck, with 4,000 tons of wheat and rye sent to Finland. In Moscow a famine zone crisis is cited, as estimates warn nearly half a million people may die before winter ends, despite Bolshevik reports.
Stockholders of the Indianapolis Propylaeum may vote on liquidating assets over $80 000 or reinvesting in a new building. Directors debated whether to sell the current building to fund a memorial plaza and preserve funds, with some urging reinvestment. A separate police report describes a churchlike altar found at a home containing fifteen gallons of white mule and a blind pig charge against Ada Hicks after an arrest by officer Helm.
Indiana’s Public Service Commission set an $18,455,000 valuation for the Indianapolis Water Company, about $3.5 million below the company’s appraisals. The order reflects a cost reproduction basis with depreciation, excluding intangible value for rate making, and critiques master findings in related gas cases.
Hemphill Texas January 3 The prosecution will argue Mrs Lillian Knox ordered a black mourning gown before the death of her husband Hiram Knox wealthy lumberman shot to death November 26 at their home Testimony from Catherine O Keefe an American Express Company employee described receiving a small package containing a black dress and noted Knox was deaf when it was delivered Other witnesses included T C Carson secretary to Mrs Knox and the Knox household staff The hearing began despite a plan to delay out of respect for the late local judge Arnold The case is expected to be lengthy with the state seeking a formal presentation and the defense likely to demand proofs continue on page three
Washington January 3 A group of Standard Oil officials testified to the Senate manufactures subcommittee detailing company profits. They said average gains on gasoline production ranged from 1 cent to 14 cents per gallon at New York refineries. The hearing covered foreign and domestic trade transportation and finance with questions aimed at outlining corporate operations. The testimony marked the panel's first direct information into the company’s wider practices.
A statement by Howard A. Wilkinson, director in charge of domestic water, details a gas spread between refineries and Standard Oil filling stations across New York and New England. He says the spread is about 14 cents per gallon for freight, about 47 cents for marketing, with the rest profit, and notes the information was continued on page eight.
A schedule from Indianapolis Today lists multiple meetings across the Statehouse and various hotels. Groups include the State Board of Education at the Statehouse, Indiana Republican group at Hotel Severin, Indian apolis Veterinary Medical Association at 104 North Davidson, and the Indiana Advertising Club at the Chamber of Commerce. Other gatherings cover the Women's Legislative Council, Traffic Club, and Medical Society with times from morning to evening.
Republican state committee meets at Hotel Severin to prepare for M23 WA. Governor McCray’s message will be heard by a bus convoy to the Assembly. The 73rd General Assembly convenes at 10 o clock, House called by Eu Jackson as secretary. Joint session at 11 to hear the message, then adjourn pending committee appointments.
Senator James F. Nejdl of Whiting was elected president pro tem of the Indiana Senate on the first ballot by Republican caucus members, defeating Senator Winfield Miller of Indianapolis 20 to 12 with all 32 Republicans present. Other officers were selected swiftly, including Clem Richards as caucus chair and Zell Swain as secretary, while George Graham was named postmaster and Lt. Gov. Emmett F. Branch announced the plunder committee lineup.
A Dirt Farmer and a local bank director took early leads while Ana J. Smith second Frank Wright reelected clerk and Everett J. Newlin named principal doorkeeper in the bid results.
Raymond C. Morgan of Knightstown was elected speaker of the Indiana House on the fourth ballot after rivals Asa J. Smith Lemuel A. Pittenger and J Glenn Harris withdrew. Morgan led from the first ballot and was urged to unanimous support as the caucus concluded. Frank Wright Lynn was re elected principal clerk and Everett J Newlin Plainfield was re elected principal doorkeeper with Nina Schmidt Indianapolis as assistant clerk. Governor McCray welcomed Morgan to his office after the caucus results were announced.
Joseph M. Cravens of Madison selected as Democratic candidate for president pro tem and minority floor leader in the Senate while Thurman A. Gottschalk of Berne elected minority floor leader in the House. At Claypool hotel caucuses Cravens urged adherence to home rule and opposing tax-increasing measures without tax cuts, urging economy and reform. Walter S. Chambers of Newcastle elected caucus chairman, stressing platform pledges and reform, with reference to replacing the Goodrich tax law and opposing a $2,000,000 Pendleton reformatory appropriation. CONTINTED ON PAGE FOUR. Newstar
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