15 Nov 1928
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1928
Page
1
The United States orders a comprehensive probe into the British steamer Vestris disaster with subpoenas issued to 50 or more potential witnesses. Officials seek to determine seaworthiness lifeboat condition SOS timing and possible crew negligence amid British and American investigations.
Stephen Hildebrandt and Aline Marlborough sought a wedding during a city dance marathon that had lasted twelve days. Judge A P Ducros officiated as the couple and a ring bearer joined in the step while the bride postponed her honeymoon until the event ends. A phone ad on the page promotes Chicago service.
Survivors recount the Vestris disaster where twenty children and most women perished. Lifeboats filled with women and children failed to launch, ropes jammed, and a falling davit sunk a lifeboat. Witnesses describe mothers clinging to children and women displaying calm resolve amid the tragedy.
New York port receives 205 survivors from the Vestris sinking. Fifty seven passengers and forty nine crew members arrived aboard the Myriam, with eight more aboard the Wyoming en route to Hampton Roads. Captain Carey reportedly chose death, remaining on the ship as it sank while Second Mate Watson leaped to safety.
Secretary of the Treasury Mellon declared at a Washington press conference that Herbert Hoover's election has had a beneficial effect on business in general. He cited improved confidence and broader economic sense as outcomes of the political shift.
A shipwreck tale reports the steamship Vestris sinking at sea with many children drowned. Alfred Dinelry, a survivor, and the ship's cat on a lifeboat were rescued by the American Shipper, a rescue vessel.
On the Vestris disaster Michael J. O'Loughlin chief radio operator died at his post amid a fading SOS signal. He maintained contact with shore and rescue ships until the vessel rolled over, his last transmissions fading as the ship sank.
Flat to curb parking on Washington street will be provided in the new traffic ordinance likely to be introduced in city council Monday night. Removal of angle parking between White River and Noble street is recommended to council by Traffic Captain Lester E. Jones to allow another line of automobiles at downtown intersections and help officers clear corners faster.
Indianapolis banks will pay about $800 000 in checks on November 30 to Christmas Saving Club members for 1928. More than 21 000 residents used the savings plan. total is below last year’s $1 000 000. About 35 000 deposited weekly in 1927 when interest was paid. this year most banks did not pay interest.
In Oklahoma's Seminole district a rush to drill 92 wells began after lifting drilling limits. Gypsy Oil led with 31 rigs as $4 million is spent on setup and each well could exceed $40,000. the first to strike oil may control access to a vast oil pool beneath the Mission area.
Governor Alfred E. Smith arrives in Savannah for an overnight visit hosted by Mr and Mrs Carl Espy as he continues travel toward Mississippi for vacation. The New York chief executive tours the city briefly before resuming his trip.
Clothing valued at 850 dollars was stolen from Hoyle and Rarick Clothing Company at 29 East Ohio Street. Burglar entry through a rear window damaged displays, stole garments and stripped dummies. A large truck was used, according to police. Al Goodman, the manager, filed the loss estimate.
In Valparaiso Indiana on November 15 Mrs Charles Smith nearly died when water contact caused electrocution risk as she tried to turn on a light. Her dog pulled the wire away, saving her life.
Dr Sabin A Von Sochocky inventor of radium watch dial paint died as five workers in East Orange Newark died or suffered radium poisoning. Thirteen transfusions occurred to save him and others had already died from the same poison. Each of the five women had received cash settlements and annuities in the face of a deadly illness.
A fragment lists multiple time stamps and temperatures. Entries include 6 a.m. 62, 7 a.m. 61, 9 a.m. 62, 10 a.m. 64, 11 a.m. and 8 a.m. 61, noon 65, with 12 (noon) 65 noted. No clear location or instrument details provided.
The Community Fund campaign total reached 555 610 at today's luncheon at the Claypool. The day’s total was 47 589 as workers aim to hit 781 800 by Monday when the drive ends. Local health agencies hosted the report luncheon with Rabbi Morris Feuerlicht offering a prayer. Fred Hoke led the campaign and Miss Dennis Gray and Miss Alice Glendenning provided entertainment. Drawings for prizes continue at luncheons, while divisions report progress ahead or behind last year’s marks. Tonight’s radio program from WFBM at 6 30 features soprano Mrs. Frank B. Hunter with accompanist Mrs. Luther Shirley. final offering set for Nov 22.
Fred Hanson, 30, a seaman with camera in hand, shot six pages of Vestris wreck images for the New York Daily News. He describes snapping on deck as waves knocked him down and leaping into a lifeboat after the ship sank. He laments running out of film during the final moments as others drowned.
Prosecution rests after 135 witnesses as fifteen defendants face trial for an interstate automobile theft ring. Wohlfeld and son deny involvement while Medcalf Baldwin pleads guilty. defense motions to dismiss are overruled. Witnesses recount car purchases, furs, plates, and a fatal store explosion linked to the case.
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