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Newspaper
Logansport Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1911
Page
1
An Ohio City police officer joins Indianapolis authorities in a joint operation targeting dynamiter activity reported across eastern Indiana cities. The coordinated effort aims to curb explosive threats and enhance regional public safety.
Jurors adjourn today for holidays as federal panel digs into a wide dynamite conspiracy linked to McNamara and Ortie McManigal. Chief Myers and County Prosecutor Baker testified amid data on explosions across multiple cities and a rumored Indianapolis base of operations.
Federated Charities group plans to aid about 200 families with 100 baskets including dressed chicken and gifts. Subsidiaries will assist about 100 more, with 28 listed conflicts resolved. Headquarters to open on Broadway for public offerings. distributions start Sunday afternoon and run through Christmas morning. The Salvation Army will operate concurrently.
In Council Bluffs John C. Mabray details a two percent cut to the county attorney J J Hess and to First National Bank officers as part of the Ben Marks swindle. Marks allegedly used letters to Hess and George H Richmond to shield operations while a defense list claims swindles totaling 454 295 across multiple cities. Hess, Richmond and a bank cashier deny knowledge of the claims.
The Jewish Chronicle reports that leading Jewish institutions in London have decided to urge abrogation of the Anglo Russian treaty. This move reflects strong anti Russian sentiment and prompts debate within the community.
A fragmented report notes opposition movements targeting Republic rebels in China and political shifts involving Japan. It presents unclear affiliations and potential leadership changes without specific names or dates.
Report from Peking states Premier Yuan Shi Kai rejected a republic and favors a limited monarchy. Britain now seeks US support to back the monarchist plan, while rebels and Shanghai peace talks struggle over terms amid fears of national division.
Revolutionary leaders warn that Yuan Shikai must accept a republic or face foreign enemies and jeopardized foreigners in China. Sun Yat Sen is expected to arrive to lead the south, while troops from Canton bolster the rebellion. The Telegraph warns of rising anti foreign sentiment and possible imperial loans.
Eddie McGoor of Oshkosh Wisconsin bested Howard Morrow of Syracuse New York in a ten round middleweight bout at the National Sport? event. The match is described as tame with McGoor gaining the edge on points.
In Boston on December 21 Rev. Clarence V. T. Richeson, kept on opiates for wounds, cannot converse with counsel in his cell. Doctors say he may be fit to appear January 15 for the murder trial of Avis Linnell, though defense seeks postponement. State witness Charles S. Pierce, a Newton Theological Seminary student, is bound to appear January 15.
Dallas Kendall eleven year old son of a Young America blacksmith died at midnight from tetanus after an acetylene gas generator exploded in his father’s shop injuring his arm. He touched a match near the lit device causing the blast. Funeral held at 9 am with burial in Kokomo. Survived by four brothers a sister and parents. Rev Cooper led services.
The Toulon court martial acquitted all officers over the September 25 Liberte explosion. President praised Lieutenants Garnier and Bignot for their conduct as Garnier had commanded the ship when the blast occurred, which killed 235 and maimed nearly 100.
Indianapolis announces Charles A. Bookwalter has been chosen to deliver the opening address at the United Mine Workers convention in Indianapolis on January 16. C. C. Hadley, president of the Commercial Club, will give the welcome address.
Dr. Summerfield P. Bond chief medical examiner for the B&O railroad died at his Baltimore home tonight at age fifty.
Chicago December 21 The defense for ten Chicago packers on trial before Judge Carpenter denies government claims of restraint of trade. Attorney Buckingham outlines buying selling and accounting methods and asserts profits do not exceed 10 percent on invested funds and three percent on meat sales. He argues no price fixing occurred and weekly pre 1902 meetings aimed to prevent overstocking, not fix prices. Attorney Borders will present the Morris group defense tomorrow.
In juvenile court today three days before Christmas fourteen children from East End homes await designation as county wards if suitable care cannot be arranged. affidavits allege lack of training and care, with families near Panhandle shops. Investigations will determine if parents are unable or unwilling to provide for the youths, all under sixteen, who have been truant and misbehaving. Some may enter the Orphans Home or private correctional schools.
Despatches from Tabraz report serious fighting between Persian constitutionalists and Russian troops with casualties. Battles also occur at Enzeli on the Caspian and at Resht. A Russian ultimatum to Persia is claimed to be issued with 24 hours to comply, while Tehran faces shifting political strategy as crisis peaks.
In Philadelphia on December 21 a committee approved a new plan for administering the general assembly finances of the Presbyterian church. Effective December 30, the plan appoints a trust company as treasurer, requires a budget for the stated clerk and committees, and assigns commissioner expenses to the general assembly. Supervisory control rests with the executive commission’s finance committee.
Police swore an affidavit by O. L. Bush and arrested the proprietor and seven men at the Sellers pool room opposite the interurban station on Third street. Officers say the cargo was gambling as the men were found playing cards. The arrestees deny gambling and claim they were not involved.
State will not file suits against Logansport Home Telephone Company and others over leased wires used for news service amid allegations of pool room betting tips. Officials cite letters and telegrams from Murphy and Elam. governor confirms investigation and possible cases were to be pursued but are dropped as charges are said to be false.
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