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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1923
Page
5
Harding spoke to thousands in Butte praising wartime mobilization and the postwar business surge. He claimed the United States leads a new era with strong credit, full employment, high wages, sound money, and unmatched prosperity.
Bond of 25 dollars provided for John Dagon under indictment for first degree murder in Vigo county after the slaying of George Dierdorf. Seventeen property owners from Vigo and other counties offered security totaling 132000 dollars. Trial set for September 3 in Vigo circuit court.
In Mexico City on June 29 authorities said the American and Mexican commissions have agreed on the main terms for recognition of Mexico by the United States. Details are being guarded to avoid anti American propaganda before formal announcement.
In Scranton on June 29 the anthracite miners convention adopted a program demanding a 20 percent wage rise an eight hour day a $1 daily advance for day men coal weighing more liberal mining conditions and benefits for sheet iron props and timbers plus an umpire in conciliation to rule within 30 days aligning compensation with average daily earnings.
The Indiana Public Service Commission ordered an investigation into the rates of the Linton municipal electric plant. The inquiry is part of a broader review of rates for several Indiana utilities and is considered likely to be voluntary by the commission.
Captain George W. Steele of the navy bureau of navigation was selected to command the U S airship building project in Germany. He will travel to Germany to oversee construction and return with the vessel. Steele is listed as from Marion Indiana.
Governor J C Walton signals readiness to use full force to suppress mob activities as national guardsmen take over Okmulgee County and other regions. Officials speculate the move targets the Ku Klux Klan, though Walton has not named them. Deputies in Henryetta face inquiry over depredations as more citizens are questioned.
St Paul June 29 Louis W Hill heir to James Hill railroad fortune reportedly telegraphed Shelby Mont promoters he would provide securities to cover the next 100000 required before staging the Dempsey Gibbons fight. He could not be reached for confirmation.
International President John L. Lewis urged the United Mine Workers to resist wage reductions as talks open. He said miners aim for a fair deal to keep mines operating and warned the public will not tolerate coal supply suspensions. The federal commission echoed the stance against suspensions.
In Laporte circuit court Arnold Hasse of Hammond sues George B. Sheerer claiming Sheerer is the father of a son born to Mrs. Hasse on June 30 1920. Hasse alleges the paternity case seeks $20000 for physical and mental anguish after divorce in 1922 and custody of three children.
Washington, June 29. Railroads and industries owning private cars will pursue legal measures to test the validity of the Interstate Commerce Commission order abolishing the assigned car practice.
Washington Indiana June 29 suit to recover sums of money lost in gambling games was filed in circuit court against John Longer and Clarence Hyatt owners of a soft drink establishment. Plaintiff Ralph Lawyer a minor was represented by his father. He alleges losses of 67 dollars to Lawger in a poker game June 11 and 58 dollars to the same defendant in a dice game June 23.
London dispatch quotes Sir John Foster Fraser warning that major powers boast ships and armies while peace talk grows. He notes the United States leads ship power, France strong on land, Germany perceived as dangerous, and Russia as an enigma. Fraser criticizes Britain for reduced forces and limited air defense amid alarming possibilities.
Detroit senator James Couzens returns from Canada predicting five percent beer will be allowed by liberal interpretation of intoxicating liquor. He argues five percent beer is not intoxicating and endorses a light wine. He calls for stopping whisky production and sale to curb access even for medicinal purposes.
Miss Mary Miles Minter, a motion picture actress in Los Angeles, has been absent for a week. Her mother and sister expressed anxiety and asked to hear from her, though relatives said they are not unduly concerned.
A large coal lump fell from the dump at the Twin mine northwest of the city striking Harry Miller on the head. He was knocked unconscious and taken to Freeman City hospital. Miller lives near Vicksburg and is in serious condition.
Washington June 29. Chairman Hull of the Democratic committee says President Harding’s Salt Lake City tax speech is grossly misleading. Hull contrasts Harding’s claim of reduced federal costs since 1920 with Democratic totals showing $2.5 billion debt paid off under Democrats vs $1.6 billion under Harding in 28 months.
Captain Smith and Lieutenant Richter escaped injury after their large air marathon plane turned over during a forced landing in San Diego. The durable craft suffered heavy damage due to a damaged crankshaft, ending the bid to fly 100 hours.
Springfield Illinois June 29 Gov Small signed a bill protecting orthodox Jews from unscrupulous meat dealers It bars selling non Kosher meat as Kosher killed by a rabbi The governor who is a Methodist cited the Declaration of Independence in making the decision.
Paris June 29 Premier Poincare told the senate he seeks credits for the Ruhr occupation but denied any plan to confiscate or annex the Ruhr. He said France will hold the Ruhr until Germany settles its debt. Senate finance chief Beranger accused Pope Pius XI of spreading German propaganda.
Harry Hohenshell, director of the Grand orchestra for five months, will depart Sunday or Monday for Saginaw Michigan and then Streeter Illinois. He is well regarded by Linton residents as a fine musician and has many friends locally.
Indianapolis dispatch reports 226 indictments against coal operators union officials and mining companies dismissed under a government motion leaving 126 from 1920 on the docket. Attorney General Daugherty warned future anti trust acts will be pursued vigorously and urged lawful agreements, not conspiracies.
Two bandits who abducted and attacked Miss Genevieve Sprague of South Holland Illinois were captured today in a marsh between Hammond and South Chicago after a pitched battle with police. A spent bullet struck the girl slightly. The prisoners gave the names Frank Kelly of New York and James Carr of Muncie.
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