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Newspaper

Indianapolis Times

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1923

Page

6

EY RETURNS MESSENGER BOY TO HARDING

George Harvey the American ambassador to London returns to New York as a messenger boy to convey any editor needed information to President Harding and Secretary Hughes. He declines to discuss reparations or debt questions while praising Baldwin and N C Norman of the Bank of England.

United News New York George Harvey Court of St. James Imperial Suite Berengeria Harvey Harding Hughes Baldwin N. C. Norman Bank of England London

Legion officials seek clergy cooperation across country

A joint message from Commander Alvin M Owsley and Rev Father William F P OConnor calls every rabbi minister and priest to join the American Legion. The note stresses religion liberty conscience justice charity and democracy and asks 1400 post chaplains to share a blessing filled year.

American Legion Alvin M. Owsley William FP. O'Connor Mather Connor

Verily All Ends This Way At Blacker Parlor

Joe Curland manager of the Blacker chili Parlor at 134 S Illinois St called police when customers tried to leave without paying. He said Patsy McMahan Incal boxer and another man and woman refused to drink and argued. Officers found no bottle and no blows. McMahan agreed to pay and all left.

Joe Curland S. Illinois St Curland Patsy McMahan Boxer McMahan

Couple struck by speeding car in city wreck

Mrs B W Gillan of ON died after being crushed under a street car when struck by an auto at W Washington and Mount Streets. Her husband Worthsillum 32 suffered severe head injuries and bruising. The automobile fled but was stopped by Mo Higgins 40 of 1442. No police arrived.

B. W. Gillan Dea T Quincy St Worthsillum W. Washington Moun Mo Higgins

Local men charged in narcotic and theft cases

John A Littl of Logansport and Otto O Franks of Churubusco posted bonds of 599 dollars after arrest on charges under Harrison anti narcotic law. Alton Beeson of Columbia was convicted of violating federal motor vehicle theft law and jailed on a 1000 dollar bond.

John A. Littl Logansport Otto O. Franks Churubusco Harrison Alton Beeson Columbia

Annual social music program at St Pauls Church marks fourth anniversary

The program honored Clarence H. Carson as organist and choirmaster at St Pauls Church yesterday. The event featured the men’s chorus from the Ancient Landmark Masonic Lodge assisting with special selections under direction.

Clarence H. Carson Orand St. Paul's O Pal Church Acient Landmark Masonic Lodge

French Experts Draft Plan For Allied Reparations Seizures

Paris dispatch reports French experts, on the eve of a council of allied premiers, drafting a plan for drastic German industrial seizures to force reparations payments. Proposed steps include Rhineland forest timber deliveries, a central committee to supervise shipments, and direct allied control of Rhineland and Ruhr customs.

United Press Paris Council of Allied Rhineland Germany Ruhr

Police recover stolen articles after emergency patrol

Police recover items believed stolen during an emergency run to Twenty Fifth Street and Northwestern Avenue. Arrested were Elijah Jefferson John Mason Richard Hite and Reese Coats on warrants. Hite faces assault and battery with intent to murder charges. Police say Hite attacked a woman and fled with items from multiple stores. Officers recovered watches and clothing behind a Shriver Avenue residence.

Twenty- Fifth St Northwestern Ave Elijah Jefferson Shriver John Mason Twenty-Fifth St Richard Hite Shriver Ave Reese Coats Burdsell Ave Charze Warranc Hite Reese Dhe Jefferson Pine Fire Mason Jefferson Cobbbel Tehana Ave North St Belonedue Tsadore Datner Shriver Aye

Secret of Baffling Murder Probed in St Paul

Police investigate a baffling murder after two men discover the bound body of an unidentified woman around 20, found on Pig's Eye Island. Bloodied clothing led to a two day search, throat cut, concealed in brush and dry leaves.

United Press ST. Paul Minn Pig's Eye Island Beauvy Wbout Polivee

Billy Leeds Arrives With His Own Princess at New Year Party

Billy Leeds son of Princess Anastasia of Greece arrives in New York aboard the Berengaria with his own princess Nenia of Greece clinging to him. They join Anastasia and her husband Princess Christopher for a New Year celebration in the Ambassador Hotel.

Bay United News New York Yeonie Billy Leeds Anastasia Greece Nenia Christopher Ambassador

Indiana Legion Convention Set in Michigan City

The Indiana department of the American Legion will hold its annual convention in Michigan City from September 10 to 12. Dr. Whitfield Bowers, state commander, announced the event to take place at the Tivoli Theater, which seats 2,000. Business sessions run for the first two days, with the third day for entertainment.

Indiana Department of the American Legion Michigan City Whitfield Bowers Tivoli Theater

Two Auto Thefts Reported By Police

Two automobiles were stolen over the weekend. Police noted the small number of thefts versus expectations for joy riding. Coinwallf, 450 Kh. Raymond Sr., reported his car stolen from Utuois Street between Washington and Maryland Streets. Lew G. Ferguson, 7621 Central Ave., had a car stolen from Meridian Street just north of Fall Creek where it was parked.

Coinwallf

Tickers Warn Drivers on Tail Light Law

Indiana traffic police plan arrests starting tomorrow for tail light violations. Capt. Michael J. Tilenn warns cars downtown with 1200 warning stickers to ensure license plate visibility at night. Officers will enforce lights that misalign plate and tail light or obscure visibility.

Michael J. Tilenn Aptein Glen

County Officials Hold New Year Reception

Fifteen county officials began new terms today with an open house at the county courthouse. Reelected include Sheriff George Snider and Judges Collings Mell Lahr, Prosecutor William Evans, Recorder John Castor, Assessor John Douglass, Surveyor John Griffith and Coroner Paul Robinson. New arrivals are Clerk Albert Loscha and Judges Miller Leathers Givan and John Nittles. Those taking office Jan 1, 1924 include Treasurer John Duvall and State? Dunn.

George Snider James A. Collings Linn Dpd. Hay Theophilus J. Mell Frank J. Lahr William P. Evans John W. Castor John Douglass John J. Griffith Paul F. Robinson Albert H. Loscha Sidney SS. Miller James M. Leathers Clinton S&s. Givan John I<ittles John Duvall Larry Dunn

Dual official role saves state five thousand dollars

The state will eliminate the $5,000 salary of the state director of vocational education by appointing M. M. Smith as state supervisor of agricultural education to the vocational post. Smith will serve in both departments at his present salary. A. Wreidt is asked to resign as vocational director. the salary reverts to the state treasury.

M. Smith Smith Benjamin Tiurris A. Wreidt Burris Sail

YMCA Open House Highlights Game And Movie Night

The Y M A hosts an open house at the association building with an 8 p m basketball game between the Y Leaders and Technical High School Followed by an 8 15 p m motion picture program in the auditorium.

Association Auditorim

Vincennes man posted $1000 bond in embezzlement case

Harry Hani of Vincennes was placed on $1,000 bond today on charges of embezzlement and violation of the postal laws. Federal officials say he used funds from patrons to purchase money orders for his own use.

Harry Hani Vincennes

Will Name Directors At Riley Memorial Association Meeting

The James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association will hold its annual meeting on January 12. Frederick B. Schortemeier, secretary, announced the event. Officers will present reports and three directors will be elected for three-year terms.

James Whitcomb Riley

Snyder Burial at Crown Hill Today

Funeral services were held for Charles Evans Snyder age 47 a longtime Indianapolis resident. Burial took place at Crown Hill after he died Saturday night in Elkhart Indiana following a short pneumonia illness. He is survived by his father W V Snyder and three brothers Wattier Edward A and Henry all named with addresses. Snyder served as a horse buyer during World War I and made two overseas trips with war horses purchased for service.

Charles Evans Snyder Indianapolis Wilson Funeral Prospect St Crown Hill Mr. Snyder Elkhart Ind W. V. Snyder Fletcher Ave Wattier Snyder Graceland Ave Edward A. Snyder Henry Snyder Portsmouth Ohio

Two Women Hurt as Cars Collide in Washington Blvd Crash

A southbound car driven by Leo Erb 21 of 4820 N Pennsylvania St collided with a United States mail truck on Washington Blvd. Two women, Mrs Helen lb 26 and Mrs Murphet Callahan 62, both of 4820 N Pennsylvania St, were seriously injured. The two men escaped injury. The injured were taken home. Erb was arrested for speeding assault and battery and driving on the wrong side of the street.

Washington Blvd Leo Erb Pennsylvania St United States Mail Theodore Wilson West St Helen Lb Murphet Callahan R. E. Callahan Erb Son

Matilda Newman dies. Indianapolis welfare pioneer

Funeral services were held for Mrs Matilda Newman of 2008 Park Ave died Saturday at Methodist Hospital. Active in welfare and women’s franchise work she founded the Jewish Old Folks Home and led the Jewish Shelter House for twenty years. Survived by husband Henry and many children.

Matilda Newmen Park Ave Methodist Hospital Newman Henry Newman Indianapolis Jewish Old Folks Home Jewish Shelter House Husbband Nathan Lee Chicago Bertha Frieda Mryde Fwrilla Wild Salie Fried Fanny Shapiro New York Joseph Kotn Braxt Ind

Dental students host raucous New Year celebration

Alarmed residents near Pennsylvania and Walnut Street heard screams and clamor as Indiana Dental College students staged a loud party in the Alety between the college and Glencoe Apartments. An electric drum and motor noise woke neighbors as police were called. the revelers fled before the wagon arrived.

Pennsylvania Walnut Sty Indiana Denial College Glencne

Quinn Funeral Set for Wednesday for 8 Year Old Michael Quinn

The funeral for Michael T. Quinn, age 8 3, will be Wednesday morning at St. John's Church Home 2044 College Ave. He died yesterday Born in County Galway Ireland August 1 1889 Flo came to the United States at an early age and lived in Indianapolis for fifty years He worked at Kingan Co lard department He is survived by Dr PLC Quinn of Harrisburg Pa Thomas No Quinn Woolward PT Quinn and sons and two daughters Winifred Dusan Mrs John Lynch plus other relatives

Michael T. Quinn Kray St. John’s Church Quinn County Galway Ireland Flo Indianapolis Kingan & Co Dr. PLC Harrisburg Thomas No Quinn Pennsylvania St Woolward College Ave Winifred Dusan John Lynch

Hunters Restricted to Rabbits After Dec 31

The closed season for all game except rabbits took effect at midnight. Rabbit season ends in January and will not reopen until April 1.

Youth Missing Allan Haldeman Reported Missing

Allan Haldeman of 214 North Street is reported missing since yesterday. The 17 year old, 120 pounds and five foot six inch youth has brown eyes and hair. He was last seen wearing a brown suit overcoat and hat.

Allan Haldeman North St

Sheriff reports rise in commits and arrests in 1922

Sheriff George Snider released an annual report showing 227 insanity and epilepsy commitments in 1922, up from 1921. Insane were sent to Julietta and Central Indiana Hospital, epileptics to a Newcastle village, with many confined in the county jail first. He ordered 1,824 arrests, including 976 the prior year, and about 100 remained fugitives.

George Snider Julietta Central Indiana Hospital Newcastle Snider James A. Collins Criminal Court Harry O. Jackson Theodore Portteus G. W. Coffin J. 9. Dodson Robert F. Miller

Indianapolis to discuss city needs in chamber conference

City corporation counsel Taylor Groninger will convene a Chamber of Commerce meeting with Marion County legislators and city officials to outline five key proposals. Topics include cost allocation for street and track work, transfer of sanitation to the board of works, bond issuer surplus handling, and consolidating city equipment to save 30 percent of expenses.

Indianapolis Taylor Groninger Chamber of Commerce Marion County Legislative Committee Groninger Lisia Public Service Commission Board of Works Board of Sanitary Commissioners Ironinger

Police Shakeup Prompts Day Shift Reassignment Threats

The police chief Herman Rikhoff plans a day shift reorganization to target liquor violations. Capt. Edward Schubert will be at headquarters with Capt. William Paulsell handling the booze desk. Shank defers the order to Herman as the shift change unfolds.

Herman F. Rikhoff Edward Schubert William Paulsell Shank Herman

City Safety Board Changes Patrol Leadership

The article notes that aside from last week's board action promoting Motor Policeman Melvin Wilkerson to sergeant and moving him to the emergency desk, replacing Sergt. Stanley Burk who took over the turnkey’s duties in Henry W. Sandmann's absence, no other major shifts occurred and the mayor holds final say.

Board of Safety Melvin Wilkerson Sergt Stanley Burk Henry W. Sandmann

Fifth Corps Guard Inspection Date Set

The annual National Guard inspection for the Fifth Corps area including Indiana is scheduled between January 1 and March 31 under the national defense act. Capt. William O. Schrum, based in Bowling Green Kentucky, Lieut. Col. Paul G. Bond with the Ohio infantry, and Capt. William J. Black of the Ohio infantry will conduct the inspection.

Fifth Corps Indiana William O. Schrum Bowling Green Paul G. Bond Ohio Infantry William J. Black

Bootleg charges wind through Meridian alley encounter

Two men were detained after police spotted them in an alley near Meridian and Illinois. One man tossed a bottle of white mule whisky. Charles Stivens, 356 Agnes St, denied a name and faced vagrancy charges with a $5,000 bond. A list of others charged with blind tiger offenses follows, including Walter Brenner and Sam Stearns among many named defendants. An unrelated note claims eighty five percent of cripples are affected on the left side.

Meridian Illinois Ohio St Charles Stivens Agnes St Cornelius Tooley Stivens New York St Walter Brenner Wendle Ave Grant Roper Ralph Taylor English Ave Gable Anderson N. Senate Ave Otis Hampton Division St Lucius Upshaw Yandes St Sam B. Stearns Twenty-Secodn St George Bernd Charles St Richard Oden Indiana Ave Steve Retters W. North St John Chism W. Tenth St Robert Tucker Darnell St Herbert Arterburn S. Noble St Algerman Martin R. R. D. Box Troy Oller N. Meridian St

Church and club notices unite for yearend events

The Ladies of the Altar Society of St Anthony's Church host an oucre and lottery party Sunday evening December 21 in St Anthony's Hall Warman Ave. The Ladies' Society of the U B of L F and E plan a New Year's Eve party in Shelby Hall. The Indianapolis Soccer Club to host a dance this evening at Assembly Hall. George H. Thomas Post No 17 and W R C No 20 set joint installations at Castle Hall Friday afternoon. George H. Chapman Post No 209 GA KR and its auxiliary hold joint officer installations Tuesday afternoon in Castle Hall.

Ladies of the Altar Society St Anthony's Church St. Anthony's Hall Warman Ave Ladies’ Society of the U. RB. of L. F Shelby Hall Indianapolis Assembly Hall Tlinois Sta George H. Thomas Post W. R Castle Hall George H. Chapman GA KR

Lando Funeral to Be Held in San Diego

Mineral services for Leo Lando 72 a longtime Indianapolis optician will be held tomorrow in San Diego California where he died Saturday afternoon He is survived by his widow and one daughter Mrs John Brinnerman both with him in California at his death Lando born in Austria Hungary came to the United States as a youth In 1889 he established Leo Landa Inc at 142 N Pennsylvania St he remained in the optical business until retirement and moved to California for health reasons.

Leo Lando Indianapolis San Diego Cal John Brinnerman California Lande Austria- Hungary Leo Landa, Inc Pennsylvania St

Legion Post Attends Pugh Funeral Today

Military funeral for Minor Pugh age 27 held in Anderson Indiana attended by about fifteen members of Edward Cable Post No 42 American Legion. Pugh first from base hospital No 32 to die since unit return from France after his car ran into an embankment. Post 42 will cooperate with Anderson post to pay military honors.

Minor Pugh Anderson Ind Edward Cable

Hog and cattle market receipts show mixed gains and steadiness

Hog receipts total 3 500 with market up 25 cents and rare high bids 38 71 and 8 85. Cattle receipts 700 with steady to higher prices and best steer quotes from 8 40 to 10 50. Calves 400 steady to lower with top at 14 dollars. Sheep and lambs 49 receipts steady with lambs at 14 dollars top.

Rainbow Veterans Plan Regular Meeting in Superior Court Room

Members of the Rainbow Veterans Association will hold their next regular meeting on Wednesday at 6 p.m. in Superior Court room No. 3.

Rainbow Veterans’ Association Superior Court

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