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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1925
Page
5
In Noblesville Indiana on October 14 the Stephenson murder trial stalls as the state and defense repeatedly pass jurors. A second venire of 100 is drawn with many questioned while stake and local interest remain low.
Notice states there is no registration in Lin ton for the city election. It explains state law does not apply to this city class and that residents over 21 who have lived in the state over six months and in the city for sixty days are eligible to vote on November 3.
Pittsburg, Oct 14. Thousands of fans disappointed as steady rain forced the World Series deciding game to be postponed until tomorrow. Walter Johnson and Vic Aldridge, each 2-0 in the series, were slated to start, with both needing rest but eager to pitch. Johnson went nine innings Sunday and Aldridge pitched Monday to lift the Pirates.
Dwight F. Davis was sworn in today by Chief Justice Howard Taft as secretary of war. The St Louis native and World War I hero succeeds John W. Weeks after six months of interim duties and immediately congratulates Lieut. Cyrus Bettis for a 249 mile per hour airplane world record.
In Brazil Indiana the Clay County Bankers association vigilantes using Krag rifles posted top scores in a competitive shooting contest. William Gillespie led with a perfect 200, while the lowest score reached 175 of 200 at 200 yards.
The United States Department of Agriculture statistician Minor Justin announced in Lafayette that Indiana corn will average about 42.2 bushels per acre this year, marking the largest crop in years.
The Cambridge university debating team from England left Bloomington in defeat after losing a decision to Indiana University in a prohibition debate. The match took place in Bloomington following a prior loss by the English team.
T. W. Coleman of Portland has been summoned to Dugger by the critical illness of his sister, Mrs. Aaron Butler, 76, who suffered a stroke at her daughter Mrs. Clare Smith's home. He remains in Linton and travels to Dugger daily as her condition remains grave.
Paris reports the government will reply to the United States on postwar debt funding. A five year breathing spell would have France pay 40 million dollars annually while negotiations continue. No final decision yet, and a counter proposal may reflect Washington talks.
Special Judge Oren Hack moved the state health board petition to dissolve a temporary injunction to adjourn its hearing. The order bars the board from meeting to hear malfeasance charges against Dr. William F. King, secretary, as attorneys debated proper procedure.
In Indianapolis on October 14 two boys and a girl were injured when a car carrying the boys overturned and struck the girl at a street corner. Abe Farbe, 15, was arrested after failing to explain the accident. Mary Clark, 16, was taken to her home and John Crossier, also from the car, was hospitalized.
A maritime man named Drussen of Swedish descent died after a quarrel over baseball pitchers. The argument centered on whether Walter Johnson or Ray Kremer, of the Pirates, was the greatest, leading to a fight that left Drussen with a fractured skull when he was knocked to the pavement in Brooklyn.
Police guarded a Greek Orthodox service in Indianapolis after factions clashed over Bishop Philaretos from Chicago. Insurgents jeered outside while one side disputed leadership of the Chicago diocese, with Bishop Panteleimon expected to speak Sunday.
Indiana state supreme court rules officers cannot search a car on mere suspicion in liquor enforcement. The decision, rendered in the Jesse Eiler of Muncie case, holds the Fourth Amendment protection applies to dry agents and limits searches during prohibition era policing.
The salvage ship Falcon left Brooklyn to Block Island to attach pontoons to the sunken submarine S-51 after a Sept 25 collision with City of Rome. The Vestal and Sagamore are ordered to assist with raising the hull using compressed air and pontoons, aiming to complete the lift before November.
In Panama City the third day of occupation by American troops shows hope for a landlords and antitrent payers compromise. Strikers seek release of all prisoners before agreeing to terms, as government intervention continues.
Locarno Switzerland October reports say the security conference is nearing final success within days. British Foreign Minister Austen Chamberlain declared that no delegation should leave and no parliament refuse ratification, calling the talks sincere and broadly beneficial for world peace as Germany's cabinet decision on joining the League of Nations awaits.
At a meeting in Peru Indiana on October 14 Republican leaders sought to quell political feuds between Governor Jackson and Senator James J Watson. Jackson praised Watson as a great campaign orator and Watson commended Jacksons record as governor signaling unity for Watsons reelection next year.
John Grogan 24 was killed when a pneumatic tire exploded while he filled it with air at Otterbein Indiana. He worked at a local garage and formerly studied at Purdue. Surviving are brothers Clarence and Joseph, sister Mary, and parents Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Grovan of Otterbein.
Four Kutsar family members in New Baden Illinois ate misidentified road stools mistaken for mushrooms. Florence Kutsar died Monday and Max Kutsar died Tuesday. Parents Samuel and Mrs Kutsar are recovering. The children will be buried in Chicago where the family formerly lived.
Senator Samuel M. Ralston, ill with heart and kidney trouble, remains unconscious and unable to take nourishment. Family and doctors say he may live another 12 to 18 hours, but death could come at any time.
Washington Oct 14 reports said Sanford MacNider of Mason City Iowa a World War veteran and former national commander of the American Legion was likely to be named assistant secretary of war He would fill the vacancy created by Dwight Dav is promotion to secretary of war No official word yet from the White House
Oct 14 Mexico City reports 200 000 unemployed, one fifth of the population, as factory closures and a building slump widen hardship. Secretary Buchardt cites rising hunger deaths, personal crises, and a lack of organized charity as residents grow apathetic after years of upheaval.
United Press dispatch reports East Chicago officials say a mayoral race remains and voters go to the polls November 3 though Dr. R. P. Hale has no opponent and the GOP slate is unchallenged.
In Michigan City three condemned men await their fates in the death house as the clock ticks toward their executions. John Royal, a Russian, faces death on October 16 for killing his landlady. Edward Barker of Terre Haute is slated for December 18 for a policeman’s murder. Edward Stewart of Indianapolis, a Black man, is to die January 16 for killing Ralph Cunningham of Adanve.
Mrs Cal Gregory was taken to Sullivan hospital today for an appendectomy. Initial reports were unavailable on her condition, but at 2 30 this afternoon doctors said her operation went well and her condition was good. Meanwhile authorities in Anderson Indiana search for relatives of Ruth Collins who died by suicide rather than return to Clermont girls prison.
A gas explosion occurred this morning in a Paxton mine leaving three or four workers seriously burned. Details were not yet available.
Admiral Sims, former commander of American fleet overseas in World War I, condemned current Navy air policy as outdated. He told the president's air board that Navy leadership is ignoring progress during his testimony in Washington.
Sullivan Indiana sheriff New man Guy Deputy Hamilton and a special deputy swore warrants for Leonard Jeffries and Lewis Jeffries after a raid near Riverton. Officers found 75 bottles of home brew in a buried barrel and 300 empty bottles. Two and a half gallons of white mule were confiscated on Lewis’s property. The suspects likely face trial today.
Sheriff Hoffman and Wesley Westbrook with seven assistants face charges of criminal negligence tied to Chicago jail scandal. The U S judge will decide on special privileges allegedly granted to bootleggers Druggan and Lake in exchange for cash, with Westbrook denying knowledge and any payments. Court decision expected at 2 p.m.
Treasury Secretary Mellon will appear before the House Ways and Means Committee to present his taxation theories as the tax reduction plan is debated. The new law is expected to include a retroactive four percent slash on this year’s taxes. Congressional leaders expect passage in both houses by March 1.
Chicago October 14 Fourteen names left the government payroll today as Er C Yellowley prohibition enforcement administrator for the Chicago area continued cutting his fares Veterans and newer men were dismissed though Yellowley said the removals do not imply dishonesty He cited temperament and suitability for enforcement work and chose not to reveal names to spare embarrassment
Mrs. Ross Fisher a 51 year old Richmond resident died after an act of kindness led to a fatal fall. She reportedly fell down stairs while calling two workmen repairing a furnace at her home to dinner.
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