18 Apr 1913
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1913
Page
1
Kid Carter testifies about multiple murders before a court where he is sentenced to life. The pugilist rises to his feet in court and confesses as the proceedings unfold.
The article notes a youth who began offending early, with police involvement marking the first steps into crime. Authorities describe an initial lack of suspicion around the individual as a child, before patterns emerged.
James B. Jennings known as Young Kid Carter admitted a string of offenses including strangling Mildred Donovan on New Year’s Eve and shooting William H. McPherson on New Year’s Day. He aided in several western murders, participated in a 1910 Jackson Michigan homicide, robbed an elderly Everett man named Hill, killed Mrs Donovan to stop her from "squealing," assaulted Edward Cass in Everett, and has been arrested forty times.
Boston report details James Jennings known as Young Kid Carter admitting to murder of Mildred Donovan and others. He claims police mistreated him and says he killed McPherson in a barrow before a life sentence. District Attorney Higgins orders full inquiry to verify the confession.
S. L. Heeter superintendent of Pittsburg public schools was acquitted on two indictments accusing him of misbehavior with 18 year old Ethel Ivy Fisher and of advising a criminal operation. The jury deliberated an hour before sealing its verdict and reporting today.
A brilliant opening marks the second annual Indoor Horse Show in Philadelphia with society and horse lovers filling the mammoth tents. The main ring measures 60 by 160 feet, with hundreds of thousands of dollars in jewels worn by spectators and more than $1,000 in prizes to be awarded for winners. Proceeds go to charity.
Coal miners in Cabin and Paint Creek districts on strike for a year were to reply to Governor Hatfield's peace proposals. Operators late yesterday accepted the terms, conceding practically all miners' demands except recognition of the union.
The First National vault in Kansas City would not open this morning as experts work on the stuck door. Millions are locked inside while bank officials borrowed 100,009 dollars from a neighboring bank to cover daily operations.
A city report notes twenty arrests recorded in a single day, detailing the scale of police activity and the breadth of incidents involved during a rapid enforcement push.
Patrolmen Ritter and Rick arrest John Kelly for allegedly frisking Dick Williams and seize a stolen bicycle tied to Eugene Simony’s office. Simony’s ride was recovered after a saloon sale for 50 cents. James Frey, a tramp, is held on larceny charge.
Western league season opened in Topeka with a game featuring the two time champion Denver Grizzlies. Lincoln, Des Moines, and Sioux City played in Wichita St. Joseph and Omaha. Denver Lincoln Des Moines and Sioux City set home openers on April 25 against today’s opponents.
On April 18 about 375000 Belgian workers were on strike for manhood suffrage, with government and socialist estimates agreeing. Leader Vandervelde predicted up to half a million could join by week’s end, signaling a major mobilization across the nation.
In Madison on April 18 the Wisconsin Assembly voted 41 to 37 to pursue a referendum on a constitutional convention. Anderson and Rose supported the referendum while Roethe opposed it.
Claude Romanowsky son of Fred Romanowsky was ordered committed to the asylum at West Salem by County Judge John Brindley today. He departed on the noon train in the custody of the sheriff.
Mayor Ori J. Sorensen leads daily conferences with civic and police officials to craft general orders for the police department aimed at restoring city moral welfare. He vows firm action on curfews, dance halls, and saloons, with results to be made public and licenses possibly reconsidered if standards fail.
President Wilson and Secretary Bryan move away from dollar diplomacy and overhaul the diplomatic corps in South and Central America. An internal investigation is under way to identify subordinates who publicly act beyond chiefs authority. Changes are expected to improve the service and address conflicts of interest among attaches influencing U S financiers and local industries.
A report from Washington states that Charles R. Crane, once considered for ambassador to Russia by President Wilson, told the president he could not take the post due to mounting business obligations. The information circulated widely in Washington.
In Winona Minnesota on April 15 1913 a letter of thanks recalls two weeks of rescue from street life. The message to Mr. Dewey thanks him for help that enabled work at a doctor's office and notes the sister and mother’s relief plus attendance at a Salvation Army meeting.
Dewey and Superintendent MacFarlane report progress in aiding troubled women through the City Mission. A La Crosse girl already arrested for wrongdoing is now employed in a respectable home and avoiding street life, a sign they cite as proof of success and a model for continuation. A mission meeting and address by MacFarlane are planned tonight.
Madison April 18 Key stone the society of presidents of Wisconsin University women s societies initiated six young women Agnes Hall Elgin Ill president of the university Young Woman s Christian association Nettie E Karcher Burlington president of the Woman s Athletic association Katherine Morrissey Elkhorn president of Pythia Literary society Eulalia H Croll Manitowoc president of Castalia Literary society Esther King Waterloo president of Round Table Literary society and Bessie V Brittell Milwaukee president of the Girls Glee club
In Chicago on April 18 William Kuhns age 21 of 810 West Congress Street was treated after being brought to a hospital unconscious from opium poisoning. Four physicians used a palometer to revive him long enough to say he had been poisoned. He later died before he could finish his account, potentially prompting a police investigation.
Madison Wis April 18 Garland the noted columnist and novelist will headline the second annual Sigma Delta Chi convention at the University of Wisconsin May 2 and 3 Chase Osborn former Michigan governor and honorary fraternity president also views as a key speaker.
President Wilson and officials attend a solemn high mass at St Mathews church in Washington in memory of Manuel Bonilla former Honduran president held April 18. The ceremony reflects the diplomatic ties between the United States and Honduras and honors the late leader.
Madison reports the official canvass shows total votes 236,511 with Cary at 136,156 and Kittle at 100,130, Cary's lead 36,026. The result confirms Cary as winner in the state superintendent race.
La Crosse plans a new trust firm with 50000 capital, subscriptions in local banks, first week of May start, F G Tiffany named active manager. Directors elected later this month. offices may be in State Bank building or Batavian site. The firm will handle estates, property management, mortgages and bonds, act as trustee and receiver, and accept time deposits with cautious initial scale.
Washington April 18 The house democratic caucus considered the star feature of the Underwood bill the free list as the major factor in reducing living costs Seven additions to the list of free entry products were planned Completion of the tariff bill by tomorrow with hopes to report Monday and open debate before passage Rep Hardwick of Georgia proposed a ten percent tax on crude rubber but it was defeated 83 to 33 The ways and means committee was sustained when Borland of Missouri proposed adding manufactured rubber products to the free list Continued on Page Six
The Tokyo mass meeting approving war against the United States over California’s alien land bill drew ridicule from Japanese newspapers. Speakers condemned the government, while U S officials warn of anti-American sentiment and plan to appoint a reliable ambassador to Japan as tensions rise.
Rome reports Pope Pius X slept well and showed improved general condition after a night of coughing. Bulletins note stable temperature, diminished bronchial issues, and a weak heart requiring hourly drug injections. The Vatican crisis flares amid rumors of a foreign pope possibility and Italian government influence.
In New York on April 18 65 Bellevue Hospital physicians began an inquiry into the source of a chicken salad served at yesterday's luncheon that left the entire staff ill with ptomaine poisoning. Several doctors were seriously affected and could not visit wards, leaving nurses to care for patients.
Madison reports the joint finance committee approved the Ackley bill pledging 75 000 dollars per year for three years totaling 225 000 dollars for a new state normal school in Eau Claire.
Fire started at 3 AM in the McLeod Clothing store in Calgary destroying the building and contents and spreading to the Albertan plant, the newspaper plant, where it burned until 6 AM. Loss estimated at 300000 dollars.
Past 24 hours brought 0.0 inches of precipitation with La Crosse 76 high 52 low. Forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and Saturday with cooler readings, light frost possible in Iowa, and increasing cloudiness across Minnesota. River levels rise slowly with La Crosse near 6.8 feet and up to 10.0 at Prairie du Chien as weather remains unsettled.
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