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Newspaper
Joliet Free Press
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1913
Page
2
Gustav Rygg aged 22 was the victim of Cass street jack rollers last night. He fled into an alley and was beaten with a blunt instrument near a house with a light. Police arrived after a riot call and found him semi conscious and bloodied. He was taken to the station and a physician attended him. Rygg could not describe his attackers.
Nighttime gunfire at Stone street and Broadway alarmed residents as a crowd of about fifteen men fired revolvers into the air. Police pursued the fleeing group. one man, Louis Dusha, was caught but found weaponless upon search. Dusha refused to name companions and offered no reason for the shooting.
Joliet depot sees heaviest passenger traffic in history as all inbound and outbound trains run full. Thousands pass through the station over the past two weeks with weekdays bringing heavy crowds and added coaches to maintain comfort. Despite the rush, there have been no accidents as railroad officials manage the influx efficiently.
The late Patrick Dwyer heirs purchased acres in Reed township in a sale conducted by Master-in-Chancery F A Hill on Tuesday. A Commercial club directors committee was chosen at a Wednesday meeting including Woodruff D Arcy Campbell King and Barber to nominate a ticket for officer elections.
Gen Velasco of the Federal army remains in Torreon and cannot begin the expedition to Durango until more ammunition and supplies arrive. Wireless communications are cut. Cualco, Mexico reports rebels looted the town on December 25 capturing about sixty five federals along with arms ammunition and supplies.
Joseph Belstram, 70, a Civil War veteran and member of the 132nd Illinois, walked to a police station seeking food and a bed. An officer arranged a meal and temporary shelter while pension plans and family contact were arranged, with Belstram stating his wish to live with his grandchildren once funded.
Mrs. Mary Metzgar age 65 wife of the late Joseph Metzgar died at 7 am at 138 Pine street after an illness. Born in Alsace Germany May 2 1848 she came to America in 1855. Survived by three sons Edward and Joseph M Joliet Albert Pueblo Colo and daughter Mrs Charles Shiffer Joliet. Also a brother Natch Link and sister Mrs F Bieth Joliet. Funeral 9 am Saturday from the home to St Johns German Church with burial in St Johns German Catholic Cemetery. Mrs Mary Verdun age 60 died at 1 am at 906 S Center street Joliet resident 40 years. Survived by husband four daughters and one son Mrs William Liechty Mrs Harry Diehl Mrs Arthur Pierce Grace Verdun and Will iam of St Louis. Funeral at home with Rev Brown and burial Oakwood Cemetery.
A slight earthquake shock occurred in Seattle Washington at 6 45 this morning. The tremor lasted about forty five minutes and caused minor disruption. No injuries reported.
The article describes prisoners and inmates at a women’s and men’s prison receiving lavish Christmas dinners. The menu includes roast young pig, roast turkey, oysters, cranberry sauce, coffee, and cigars, followed by cigars and a concert by the prison band. Women’s inmates planned their own show.
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