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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1910
Page
1
Sangamon County Grand Jury expands inquiry issuing subpoenas for Rep A M Foster and Rep B F Staymates and State Fish Commissioner Nathan H Cohen. Rep H D McCullum testified on Lorimer vote. other witnesses Wil liam Lorimer supporters face questioning amid bribery case notes.
An automobile crash near Indianapolis Speedway races left the occupants injured as the vehicle overturned. Emergency crews responded on the track area and transported injured individuals for medical evaluation.
Dr J A Little and his wife were rescued after their Buick runabout overturned on a bridge near the Wabash river at Biddile's Island. Mrs Little suffered a broken arm and minor injuries while Dr Little had scratches and bruises. The driver blamed steering gear failure for the crash after leaving Indianapolis. Charles Grant aided the injured couple, who were taken to their home at 708 Broadway. The car, later towed to Auto Inn, showed severe damage to engine, radiator, and steering gear.
President Taft declares he will fight any laws helping private interests in the territory of Alaska. He emphasizes a stance against measures that could grant favorable treatment to companies operating in the Alaska region.
President Taft announces he will not approve legislation granting government aid to a particular railroad in Alaska. Secretary Ballinger’s adverse report favors a general Alaska rail policy, applied to all compliant lines, modeled on Philippine practice. Shackleford accuses Washington lobbyists and delegates of Alaska of backing special priv i lege bills while Roosevelt criticizes England’s Egypt policy in London remarks.
United States District Judge David P. Dyer issued a temporary injunction delaying a general interstate freight rate increase by twenty five western railroads. The government argues the rate rise violated the Sherman antitrust act and moved to a speedy hearing the next day in St Louis.
New York hosts a $30,000 prize for the first aeroplane flight between New York and St. Louis or vice versa, with a $20,000 supplement from the World and St. Louis Post Dispatch. Glenn Curtiss backs the idea after his Albany to Governor’s Island flight, while Charles K. Hamilton signs on as a competitor. The New York Times and J C Shaffer offer $25,000 for a Chicago to New York race, with details to follow.
Washington May 31 Senator Cummins supports an amendment placing the burden of proof on railroads in rate hearings. The measure, urged by Elkins for the administration, is the only Cummins amendment accepted by the Senate. The day also saw rejection of Brown’s consolidation prohibition and debate on La Follette’s physical valuation proposal for railroads.
Louisville police reveal discoveries in St John’s basement linking janitor Joseph Wendling to the Alma Kellner disappearance and murder. Evidence including personal items, bloodstained handkerchiefs, and a possible disposal in a church furnace and cistern led to burial in St Louis cemetery with only an uncle and friend present.
Roosevelt confronts Olhland on the Egypt issue amid rising tensions. The dispute centers on policy and potential international consequences, with both sides presenting firm positions.
An unexpected speech in Egypt saw a colonel laud the British for their deeds in delivering civilization. The remarks reflected pride in historic achievement and sparked discussion among attendees.
Four electric trolley cars representing top offerings arrived with 116 members of the Indianapolis Trade Association hosted by Logansport merchants and officials. Eight Overland touring cars accompanied the traders on a state tour pathfinding trip. Mayor Fichte and a merchant delegation greeted them at the Elks home and brief remarks were given by John Carey. The Indianapolis Newsboys band performed as the crowd dispersed through business districts. The traction cars departed at 3 for Peru and Warsaw amid field gun salutes.
A vague notice reports a death reference with family surname Be Avenue and a relative’s passing, but key details like full name, location, and funeral arrangements are missing in the fragment.
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