Noough County Killed Friday Promised Job for a Vote
A report details a fatal incident in Noough County on Friday tied to a promised job for a vote. Police investigate the motive and identify a suspect linked to local political pressure.
18 Jun 1921
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Newspaper
Macomb Daily By Stander
Location
Macomb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1921
Page
1
A report details a fatal incident in Noough County on Friday tied to a promised job for a vote. Police investigate the motive and identify a suspect linked to local political pressure.
In a tragic accident a 70 year old man named Harmon was thrown from a runaway horse near Rushville while his wife escaped injury. An inquest was held and the event disrupted wedding plans as residents react to the fatality and the ensuing inquiries.
J W Derry of near Adair escaped serious injury when the county owned Austin Western road tractor fell ten feet into Grindstone Creek as a bridge superstructure gave way. The incident occurred near the John Payne farm about twenty miles southwest of the city. The tractor suffered about 20 dollars in damage and was recovered with blocks and tackle by Robert Murphy of this city. Derry received a cut on his arm but no serious harm.
A muddy polo event at Hills Grove featured a match between American and British players. The report notes weather issues and confusion on the field, with players dealing with a disrupted schedule and a poisonous day evening impact on play.
Sunnyside pony farm near Monmouth plans a free pony show for Macomb and area on South Lafayette street near Jack Blacksmith shop. Twenty two ponies including Numano the educated pony will perform with clowns Hocus and Pocus. Girls riding contest and boys Indian fight highlight the program with a pony riding ring and a small charge to cover expenses.
The Industry and Bushnell baseball teams meet tomorrow afternoon on the Bushnell diamond. Industry fields its usual strong lineup while Bushnell has filled some past holes. A seasoned rivalry heightens expectations as play hinges on the afternoon train’s arrival.
Mary Lowe aged 110 from the Winnebago reservation was arraigned in Sioux City police court on intoxication but her case continued due to her state. Louis Grayhair 89 and his wife 90 also from the reservation pleaded guilty and were jailed. New Buick sedan purchase noted.
On Sunday June 26 the M. W. A. lodge will hold memorial services in the circuit court room at the courthouse with Royal Neighbors assisting. Speaking duties go to C. S. Townley with decorations by L. M. Williams, Robert Ferrill, Ed Brown, and program chairs Orrie Butterfield, George Doak, and P. C. Campbell.
The ladies of Industry hosted a band benefit social with a large town turnout. Tea cream and cake were served and receipts totaled about $150 with an expected $100 net.
Dr Samuel Russell pleaded guilty in Justice Ralston's court to assault on Frank Welch. He was fined 10 dollars with costs totaling 13.10 dollars.
Police tag cars not properly parked as rules declared. Two aldermen had their ears tagged in a mistaken move, with vehicles found headed the wrong way or away from the curb. Officials admitted the error and pledged better enforcement.
Atlantic City June 18 Jack Dempsey training for the heavyweight title bout with Georges Carpentier two weeks away dismissed Oklahoma divorce reports saying a woman named as his correspondent. he said he never heard of her and stayed wary of sensational ads by bystanders.
Springfield faces a tense night as senators and representatives vow to work through and not adjourn before a possible Sunday session. The omnibus utilities and education bills loom in conference as lawmakers push to resolve key measures before any adjournment.
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