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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1926
Page
1
The text notes rising market bets on ransoms for kidnaped Americans in Mexico with Braden, Gallagher priced at 3090 dollars and J W Shanklin at 10000 dollars. other captives unnamed. It also mocks Washington social life, Crown Prince visits, Hicksville decision, and Brookhart challenging Cummins in Iowa politics.
Charles Schier of Brookside Ave. hid a $90 diamond ring in a chandelier. Six weeks later detectives Moore and Lambert arrested Norman Lantz, age 17, of Holloway Ave., a wallpaper cleaner, on grand larceny charges for taking the ring while cleaning the ceiling.
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Three Knox County officials and a Vincennes attorney pleaded not guilty before Federal Judge Baltzell on conspiracy to violate prohibition laws. Bonds set at 6000 dollars. Trials for those not guilty slated for June 22 in Terre Haute. others to face separate liquor charges.
Indiana sparks clash of science and religion over whether the conjoined twins born to Nicholas Medich and his wife should be allowed to live. The pair share one body yet have separate hearts and heads, prompting questions about the value of life and medical ethics.
Nathan Leopold the millionaire youth who with Richard Loeb killed Bobby Franks faces his first public appearance since life sentence. He will testify before a coroner's jury about the Joliet penitentiary escape attempt by seven prisoners after Deputy Warden Klein was killed. Leopold says he refused to escape with them for fear of being killed, and wrote a farewell note to his father indicating he expected death.
Mrs. Cora Baker of 1504 Linden St attempted to halt Union Asphalt Construction work between Orange and Cottage Streets. Police released her on recognizance after she pledged a hands off stance. corporation counsel investigates contract legality amid resident protests over high paving costs and alleged void terms.
The case of Mike Minardo 19 of 4488 Alabama St. moves to jury deliberation in Criminal Court on involuntary manslaughter linked to a Rockville Rd. crash that killed Bertha Wright of Mas Hill. Minardo testified he drove 33 to 35 mph while others claimed over 40 mph and blamed blinding headlights for loss of control.
Irrigation farmers in Scottsbluff Nebraska hung Secretary Hubert Work and Reclamation Commissioner Elwood Meade in effigy from a lamp post in the business district early today. The protest arose from anger at the Federal Reclamation Bureau over what farmers see as broken faith in water supply promises.
Ambassador Sheffield in Mexico City urged Mexican authorities to secure prompt releases and punish the bandits holding American citizens. In Vera Cruz state the kidnap victim J W Shanklin faces a 6 pm deadline as bandits demand ransoms. Five Americans tied to the case are held, with two others linked to separate ransom threats. Mexican troops and local authorities search near El Potrero and other camps as negotiations and threats continue.
The Garfield Park and Surroundings Civic League started a movement at its first meeting to stage liquor and petting parades at home. Forty four members denounced open petting and drinking in the park and plan to beautify the park stream. They noted daytime custodian presence and police limits prevent control.
Herbert Jones injured Thursday lies unconscious at Methodist Hospital after a crash at the wall during time trials. W Douglas Hawkes, driving an Eldridge special, first to qualify this afternoon with a 6 19.04 time at 94.976 mph, after engine trouble delayed him Thursday. An earlier crash by Jones and Frank Lockhart set a track record and stunned a 14 000 crowd as Jones suffered skull injuries but doctors say he has a fighting chance.
Herbert L. Jones, 22, of 516 EB St. Clair St., lies near death at Methodist Hospital after fracturing his skull in a race crash while trying to qualify an Elcar at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. His mother, Mrs. Lillian Jones Daily, recalls his start in dirt track racing and moving to the West Coast and movies for "fun" and money. Blaine I. Daily, his stepfather, keeps vigil.
Washington May 28 Eight thousand invitations have been issued for the reception after the wedding of Miss Asila Mellon daughter of Secretary Mellon and Davis K Bruce son of Maryland Senator. The ceremony will be in Bethlehem Chapel of the Complete Cathedral on Mount St Albans with under two hundred guests attending the nuptials tomorrow.
Rival gangs clash in a high speed gun fight along the National Road west of the city. Two stolen cars wrecked near Lynnhurst Drive as a pursuing vehicle crashes. Witness Mrs. Z. Marshall reports fleeing occupants and a possible second car following the scene.
London May 28 Brazil has abandoned its right of veto that blocked Germany’s projected entry into the League of Nations, according to Geneva dispatches from the Exchange Telegraph Company. The move signals Brazil’s shift to support broader participation in the League efforts.
City councilors weigh daylight saving amid split public opinion. A council poll favors adoption at a special meeting tonight, led by Otis E Bartholomew with support from Walter R Dorsett and others. Labor opposition from Adolph J Fritz noted amid broader backing.
Thomas Roe of Winslow was indicted for first degree murder of his son Leander, 9, whose mutilated body was found in the Patoka River. Arraignment set in Petersburg county court. Roe claims innocence and needs no lawyer. Beatrice Bolin, his alleged paramour, released on bond to testify.
In Muskegon Michigan a wedding was disrupted when a mailed bomb exploded. Groom William Frank 20 of Chicago died instantly along with August Krubeck 48 tavern owner and his daughter Jeanette 18 the would be bride. Asa K Barnett 40 a township constable is in custody for questioning.
Baptist fundamentalists announced today a challenge to the convention’s nominating committee slate. The Baptist Bible Union leaders say the slate furthers modernism and aim to keep the church safe for Genesis.
Police were asked to arrest a man expected to arrive in Indianapolis from Frankfort Indiana where he faces a charge of issuing fraudulent checks. A telegram says he was a salesman who induced customers to cash checks totaling 350 dollars. He allegedly stole a suit and fled.
Judge James A. Collins set trial dates for state highway officials and allies indicted in March 1925 for alleged illegal sale and misuse of used war materials. Defendants include John D. Williams and George Bartley with others to face conspiracy and larceny counts. Trials begin June and June 28 with related indictments and bond statuses noted.
Atlantic City May 28 leaders of the General Federation of Women's Clubs planned a declaration against modig against the Volstead reflecting a dry sentiment. Mrs Edward Franklin White of Indianapolis spoke the night before the convention receiving an ovation for a vigorous plea for prohibition. She chairs the law and finance division.
Mayor Duvall issues a proclamation designating Sunday as Memorial Day to memorialize the dead and urge all citizens to attend burial services and join in a solemn festival of remembrance and aid to the fallen.
George Cox 95 and wife Rose 27 of 531 Kentucky Ave and George Enda 26 of 837 Merkel St and Artie McClain 45 of 6 By Michigan St are held on charges of operating a blind tiger after Sergt. Patrick OConnor raided a house on whisky sale information. Quarts of home brew were found in the adjacent dwelling.
Mrs. Belle Wiley aged 50 of 540 By North Street told police she was struck while crossing 764 Massachusetts Avenue by a car driven by John Macy 43 of Muncie Indiana. She sustained injuries to her legs and was taken home. witnesses said she became confused after the crash.
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