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Newspaper
Joliet Daily Times
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1921
Page
1
Fragmentary notes from Springfield and nearby recall charity events, racing training, and civic plans. Mentions George Lerner Peter Lennir Ray Slemrcoe and J. Leermen, plus Rotarys, Elks, Knights of Columbus, and local hospital funding proposals.
Richard O. Stoops, retiring Joliet city school board member, announces plans to enter Columbia University for two years of study. Joliet Rotarians, led by Willam W. Erst and Eugene Wood, honor him with speeches praising his service and note DeKalb ties. A Beamer to the man reception follows at the Ohlhaver ice cream plant banquet hall, featuring a tour of bread and ice cream production and a Rotary wheels display.
June 23 report from 22ECAGO states the murder charge against Cora Orthwein in the death of Chicagoan Herbert Ziegler is to be reduced as prosecutor Floyd Heth says he will seek a conviction for second degree murder or lesser. The trial is set to go to the jury Saturday as Orthwein testifies about an alleged illicit affair and drinking scenes that led to Ziegler’s death.
A fragmentarily readable passage describes a character named the Kid with surprising physical prowess and a striking metaphor about strength. The text is incomplete with odd phonetic spellings and misplaced quotes, offering little clear narrative or context beyond vivid, surreal imagery.
Clarence Hissong, 20, was arrested after attempting to drive away a Nash coupe stolen from Victor Lindblom of Venona Illinois during a five minute cigarette stop at Osgood and York. Capt. McCraney and Detective Delaney made the capture as Hissong approached the driver's seat. He admitted taking the car to return to a jotter and claimed no intent to keep or sell it. He is being held at police headquarters pending further investigation into related auto disappearances. He had lived at 310 S Chicago Street until two weeks ago. Police learned of the coupe's presence in the Sixth ward early this morning.
Joliet golf leaders report a remarkable handicapping showing in the Associa tion of Commerce tournament. J W Fitzgibbons Peter F Mc Manus and N L Goodspeed tied for first while D R Anderson and James Bray tied for second. Playoffs set for County club tomorrow at 2 pm with Past President's trophy to be decided.
Chris Christensen a longtime Will County resident died at his Patterson road home. Born in Denmark on December 14 1848 he came to the United States in 1868 and married Elizabeth Tea in 1883. Survived by four children Oscar Wilbert and two daughters, eleven grandchildren, funeral Friday at 2 pm with services at the residence and burial in Trautman Grove Cemetery. Rev Brerekes of Elwood to officiate. Flowers omitted per request.
Reports from southern Japan describe the worst floods in the nation’s history with more than 300 dead and 12,000 homes submerged or swept away. In Oita prefecture the flood loss is estimated at twenty million yen about ten million dollars as high waters persist after record rainfall.
Washington June 23 Senator McCumber Republican North Dakota blasted stay-at-homes shipyard grafters and slackers on the senate floor. He demanded fulfillment of the sacred financial obligations of the nation to soldiers and sailors and said the stay-at-homes reaped enormous financial advantages over the army at their expense.
Jock Hutchison of Glenview Country Club Chicago led the British Open medal play after 18 holes scoring 72. He holed the ninth in two and made a 50 yard ace at the eighth. Bobby Jones posted 78 while Ted Ray shot 76. Hoffner and Braid each finished 75.
Chicago and Joliet Electric Railway workers will start July 1 at 50 and 65 cents per hour. The five cent reduction, approved at a conference, lowers the current rate. Manager Bilackhall declined to discuss terms, citing a pledge of confidentiality. A six month contract is reported as signed, with the present deal expiring June 30 at midnight.
Four gypsies four women and men were jailed after an attempted flim flam at Voight Bros garage on East Cass street Joliet. Reed Voight lost about $50 and his father $20 in a foretelling scam using magic packages and pebbles. The group used strong arm methods, officers noted, with money found on two men. Crowds gathered as three flivvers were parked near the police station. Thirteen children were part of the band and leaders offered $15 to go free before Chief Corcoran.
Investigation of witnesses regarding the financial affairs of the Jackman Motor Company was held today before Oscar R. Laraway, referee in bankruptcy. The examination is expected to continue until late this evening. An involuntary bankruptcy petition was filed against the concern in Chicago Tuesday.
"Big Tim" Murphy is back in his old Joliet county jail cell after the federal grand jury in Chicago indicted him for complicity in the $350,000 Dearborn station robbery on April 6. He was ordered returned to Joliet yesterday and reassigned to his cell by Jailer Nottman last night.
Hillsdale Ind June 23 The tale of a $69,900 loan to Theodore Roosevelt in 1912 during his Bull Moose candidacy was disclosed as Emma Richardson Burkett widow said she filed a claim against the Roosevelt estate. She states the cash loan was made June 21, 1912 and the note with Roosevelt and Charles J Shannon as endorser rests with Chemical National Bank New York acting as its representative.
Babe Ruth belted his twenty fifth home run today in the fifth inning against the Red Sox. The drive cleared the right field bleachers scoring Peckinpaugh ahead of him. Thermahtsen pitched for Boston. Joliet Association of Commerce banquet reservations were ample to ensure the seventh annual event at 6:30 p.m. at the Universalist auditorium with Ab Davis of Chicago as principal speaker.
General Dawes arrives in Washington to run the national budget system. He holds talks with the President, names four assistants, and proposes conscripting 30 or 40 American business leaders to start the budget on a sound footing. He says the nation faces a great business crisis requiring action beyond existing law.
Attorney John W. D Arcy plans to seek bail for Ernest Hettman charged with murder in the Weaver case. State's Attorney Martin aims to dismiss the case as coroner's jury recommended holding Hettman without bail to the grand jury on murder charges.
Pilcher Park prepares for automobile tourist campers allocating about 60 acres for a 48 hour stay. Precautions prevent fires and rubbish removal is planned. Bathing facilities and pure drinking water are available. Chicago and nearby cities sent requests for camping privileges. first campers arrive next week with undernourished children from the Chicago Stock Yards district assisted by United Charities.
President Harding urged Congress to grant the secretary of the treasury wide authority to refund allied debts and set interest rates through payment. He named Senators Penrose and Fordney as targets for the appeal and noted a Mellon proposal introduced in the Senate to grant these powers.
About ten leaders and forty prize winning Boy Scouts from Quincy Alabama will visit Joliet as guests of the Quincy Association of Commerce for a nine day car camping trip. Twelve autos and three trucks will transport the group for the excursion ending July 21.
Washington June 23 Rear Admiral W S Sims briefed Secretary Denby for two minutes to explain his London jackass speech. He said he was misquoted and wrote a fuller explanation. The incident led to his leave cancellation and orders to return home amid talks of a possible reprimand.
A Labor Federation convention endorses a sweeping plan for government ownership and democratic control of railroads mines and steel. John L. Lewis says miners will back the railroad drive and a constitutional amendment may be needed. The drive expands to include steel, with a campaign planned and a vote expected soon among unions following pro Gompers and pro Lewis factions.
Longest pigeon flight on record to be launched in Edmonton with twelve homers from San Antonio embarking on an 1800 mile voyage. Other cities report a drowning rescue, a Berlin warning over plebiscite area actions, and reports of violence, crime, and political moves across the globe.
Washington reports the German government will release the remaining sequestered American property seized during the war, as ordered by the state department. Cash holdings have not yet been ordered released.
Howard Hooker of 503 Parks Avenue was credited as a sleuth after a month long search led to the recovery of one of two bicycles stolen from a high school. He identified the bicycle by its number, then reported it to the police. The bike had belonged to Robert Reid of 21 Ohio Street, and another bike remains missing. The case involves a Santa Fe switchman who claims to have bought the bicycle from an unknown Italian. Hooker continues the hunt for his own missing bicycle.
Washington bulletin reports a truce amid brewing dispute as the Senate, led by Senator Willis of Ohio, resolves a confrontation over a medical beer measure. The break mirrors a recent Senate move and signals a temporary easing among rivals.
A correspondent notes the Yank Jap war risk insurance market is expanding, with underwriting activity increasing amid ongoing tensions. The report cites growing coverage options and cautious optimism from carriers while stressing potential economic implications and policy details.
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