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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1916
Page
2
Cincinnati December 30 William Wulfe kamp confessed to Detective Chief Nimino that he poisoned his father by putting cyanide in beer his father drank He said he did it because he was worried about his mother's treatment by his father.
Fred Landes of Lafayette Indiana at seventy four years old welcomed a baby daughter with his younger wife. Landes a civil war veteran and longtime widower married a woman he knew well last year. The birth adds another generation and makes Landes a proud great grandfather once more.
Bloomfield Indiana December 29 A rabbit hunt turned tragic when Raymond Rollison fourteen accidentally shot and killed his eleven year old brother Rex in a field near their home. Two neighbor boys were present as the rifles discharged and the full charge struck Rex in the head. The boys were sons of Mr and Mrs David Ollison and Rex was brother to Mrs Bert Hendren of Indianapolis.
In Louisville Mrs Pearl Guthrel thirty one formerly Pearl Jennings of Terre Haute Ind shot and seriously wounded her husband John Guthrel president of Union Furniture Company and then killed herself A Sunday school entertainment was in progress an only daughter present Jealousy said to have been the motive Peace Errand Will Cost Him 1000000 Henry Ford peace expedition at The Hague may exceed 1 million if talks drag on Gaston Plaintiff business manager offered the estimate before delegates sailed for Copenhagen
Vienna reports a German professor has created synthetic rubber from chemicals. An Austrian engineer named Von Dunikowski reportedly filed patent applications two months earlier for a tire made from wood fibers and binders. The article notes a large number of clove trees in Zensibar on 20,000 acres.
A nationwide manhunt goes on for Alexander and Miller who swindled Vinc ent Baer of Midland out of 20000 via a wire tapping ruse. Baer was lured to bet on races in Kansas City then Chicago and Cincinnati, winning small sums before the pair vanished en route to Lexington to cash a 20000 payoff.
A blaze in the Indiana state capitol caused thousands of dollars in damage after noon on a Wednesday. The fire started in the basement near a passenger elevator, allegedly from faulty wiring, and flames shot up the air shaft to the attic threatening adjacent offices with volatile state records. Firefighters fought the blaze for over three hours to extinguish it.
A Madison resident Mrs Frank Weber of 21 N Jefferson St recounts enduring back pain and weakness until Dean's Kidney Pills relieved her symptoms. She first spoke of the cure in 1909 and reaffirms the endorsement years later, urging others to try the same remedy priced at 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY props adv
James K. Risk of Lafayette withdraws from the gubernatorial race citing illness and physician advice to rest. He says the Progressive Democrats will carry on and be nominated and elected. J A M Adair of Portland remains the only Democratic candidate.
Lawrence Riddle of North Vernon attempted to climb a fence with a loaded shotgun when it discharged. He is the son of James Riddle of the city. The incident occurred on Jan 1. The second item notes that Canada’s trade with the United States is growing.
Fire in Kurtz Indiana threatened main street while three houses burned before volunteers with buckets fought the blaze. To save four stores dynamite blew up the T A Wilkins drug store, stopping the flames. Loss estimated at 86000. Buildings belonged to William Arnbuster. Kurtz population about 600.
British report the passenger liner Persia of the Peninsula and Oriental line sunk in the eastern Mediterranean. Authorities fear 200 to 309 lives lost with 61 first class and 83 second cabin passengers aboard from London and Marseilles.
Patrick Kunary sixty six years old died while trying to stop a runaway team and was crushed for thirty eight years he worked as crossing watchman for the B and C S W railroad. He was brought from Osgood to North Vernon for burial in St Marys cemetery.
Prof. G I Christie of Purdue University reports Indiana's agricultural products for 1915 are valued at 350 million dollars, up ten million from 1914. The estimate was released in Indianapolis on January 2.
Carlisle and Nicholas counties are described as dry yet reports say as much as 400 gallons of whiskey were shipped into Carlisle in the past week. shipments arrived in packages of two quarts to a gallon each.
J. F. McGilliard, a well known local figure and former Beech Grove cemetery caretaker, says Tanlac enabled him to walk unaided for the first time in three months and relieved knee pain after two bottles. He reports improved sleep, strength, and flesh, and notes Tanlac treats stomach liver and kidney troubles, nervous debility, and catarrhal conditions. Rogers' drug store in Madison sells it.
London reports the British liner Glengyle was torpedoed in the Mediterranean with heavy loss of life. About 100 passengers aboard and many potentially American passengers were missing. The ship, built in 1914, was bound from Yokosuka to Genoa and was nearby the Persia sinking site.
At a Saturday meeting in the Commercial Club the Jefferson County Motor Club elected President George M Daily Vice president J W Cornett Secretary Carlisle Strader and Treasurer Richard Johnson for the coming year. Board members include Thomas B McGregor G G Boyd J G Ross Wilbur Bear and others. A membership drive across the county is planned to increase numbers.
Fifteen to twenty sailors died in a blast on the Norwegian steamer Aztec in South Brooklyn dry dock. The ship, guarding oil bound for France, had workers inside when the explosion occurred. A detective blamed German agents as eight men were thrown onto the pier with no chance to escape.
W. H. Snook & Co Friday sold 25 830 pounds of tobacco at 9 70 average. Week total 1 635 pounds at 10 07 average, a rise over last week though Friday sales were weaker due to many offerings being too soft. Analysts note dry weather and light crop weigh on totals and forecast larger sales ahead.
The third Lyceum program at Willard Hall featured Grace Sage of New York as the sole entertainer. Her performance of J Tartley Manners delightful comedy Peg O My Heart impressed with humor and pathos. Sage displayed rare talent and training, captivating the audience with her voice grace and dramatic power. The event was a great success and enjoyed by all attendees.
A New Year’s Eve dance by the Old Timers at the Red Men’s Hall drew a smaller crowd but offered a warm, sociable evening. Hall decor, music, and courteous managers contributed to a pleasant celebration as guests greeted the New Year. Managers Louis Ernst Al Winter Andrew Schuler Mose Smith led the event with an orchestra including William Bersch Charles Winter John Kalb John Schroeder and J E Mitchell.
Mrs A Anschiek of north Walnut street entertained friends on New Year s Eve with cards and a luncheon. Guests included Mr and Mrs F J Scheets John Zimmerer Mesdames Mary Schoenstein Louisa Kraut Misses Josephine Roeder Barbara Schlereth and Mr Peter Hertz. Mrs Zimmerer won the ladies prize and Mr Hertz the gentleman s prize.
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