Woman slain by package in explosive incident
A woman was killed when an unknown package exploded after being placed on a table. Police and investigators labeled it a deadly blast and are examining the scene for suspects and motives.
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05 Feb 1912
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Monroe News Star in Monroe, Louisiana
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1912
Page
1
Infamous infernal machine murder shocks New York
A package delivered to Grace Willis Walker exploded in her apartment killing her instantly. Charles M. Dickinson, an employee of a motor company, was arrested on homicide charges as detectives pursue leads in this baffling case. Edna Lamarre, a show girl, is held as a material witness. The device contained dry cell batteries and an iron explosive cylinder embedded in the ceiling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Grace Willis Walker
Charles E. Perkins
Charles M. Dickinson
Motor
Edna Lamarre
Dickinson
Walker
Helen Taylor
West 77Th Street
Feinberg
Helen Walker
Swayze Packing House Fire Prompts Rebuild Plea
After a blaze destroyed the Swayze Packing House, Mr. M. D. Swayze received offers to relocate from across the South and East including Shreveport Baton Rouge and Trenton New Jersey. Monroe voices urge rebuilding to restore a home market and top cattle hog and sheep prices, urging business leaders to unite in support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. D. Swayze
Swayze Packing House
South
Shreveport
Baton Rouge
Trenton
New Jersey
Chamber of Commerce
Swayze
Monroe
Mr. Swayze
Weather Brief Tonight and Tuesday Outlook
Tonight remains fair and cold with no end in sight. Tuesday is expected to stay fair as temperatures rise modestly across the region.
Explosion Victim Remains Unidentified in City Apartment
Police probe into a fatal blast in a city apartment where Dickinson hinted at self harm but offered no details. Dr. Perkins found the victim unconscious as neighbors recall a blue uniform messenger seen leaving moments before the explosion. The deceased had moved in recently with a woman named Lamarre and little is known of her history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dickinson
Lamarre
Fire in Shreveport Destroys Twenty Buildings
A large fire at 2036 Texas avenue in Shreveport razed more than twenty buildings, including Joe Blunt's pressing shop. Losses to property and stocks are estimated up to 75000 dollars with insurance likely exceeding that amount. Details on individual losses and origins were not available as of Sunday afternoon due to excitement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shreveport
The
Tines
Texas Avenue
Joe Blunt
Boosters Needed More Than Ever in Monroe Area
General Manager J. M. Parker returns from Chicago and the west and urges locals to promote the region. He warns that outsiders will not settle here unless residents speak positively, citing a case where a knocker influenced an Illinois investor to abandon a Monroe farm deal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Parker
Chicago
Mr. Parker
Monroe
Parker
Illinois
Important N O B E Lodge Meeting Tuesday Night
The N O B E lodge calls an important meeting Tuesday night at 8 o'clock. New officers will be installed and all members are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. O. B. E. Lodge
Monroe Fire Department Responds To Six Weekend Alarms
Six weekend calls kept Monroe fire crews busy from Saturday night to Sunday afternoon with prompt responses. A small cottage roof burned on Washington Street belonging to L. R. Powers, causing about 350 to 400 dollars in damage. Other fires were roof blazes extinguished by chemical apparatus. no water needed. Saturday night a hose truck on Oak and Eighth streets overturned, injuring Ed Johnson who was bruised but no major damage to the truck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe
Oak
Eighth Streets
Pete LaBaum
Ed Johnason
Cook Accused of Killing Captain Wyman on Barge
In Boston a hunchback cook William DeGraff stands trial for murder in federal court charged with killing Captain Charles H. Wyman of the coal barge Grendover. The barge traveled from Philadelphia to Boston when the head of the skipper was crushed by a heavy instrument.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Mass
William DeGraff
United States District Court
Charles H. Wyman
Grendover
DeGraff
Swine Supply Fails To Meet Consumer Demand
Market reports indicate hog producers cannot raise enough pigs to satisfy consumer demand. Prices rise as supply shortages strain meat availability across regions and grocery shelves.
The Way of the Hanogressor Romance Ends in Suicide
A romance between a Sich woman and a poor young man ends in tragedy as the couple take their own lives. In the aftermath, authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the suicide and the social pressures cited in local reports.
Profitable hog raising urged for North Louisiana farmers
North Louisiana farmers are urged to invest time and land in hog production to meet rising demand and high prices. The piece argues meat demand drives prices, notes success in nearby regions, and advocates expanding local packing near homes to boost hog farming profits. It highlights favorable climate, water, forage, and crop potential as aiding growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meat Trust
United States
Louisiana
Millionaire Suydam linked to double death at New York apartment
After two deaths by their own hand in a Manhattan apartment Mrs. Noble and a young plumber were found dead. Water L. Suydam, her former husband and a millionaire, arrived soon after and spoke little about motives. He rescued a mail carrier injured in a separate accident, prompting hospital care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Louise Lawrence Suydam
Fred Noble
Suydam Noble
Walter L. Suydam
Frederick Noble
Noble
Suydam
Fifth Avenue
Edward Rappold
Express Firms Offer Tariff Reform to Avert Prosecution
Washington reports that four committees of express companies shippers and the Interstate Commerce Commission will draft transparent tariffs and receipts to inform the public. The move follows threats of overcharge prosecutions and seeks to modernize business and avoid grand jury indictments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
America
Transportation World
Interstate Commerce Commission
Lane
Express
Walker Hines
Interestate Commerce Commission
Frank Lyron
W. A. Ryan
Commissioner Lane
Pennsylvania Railway
Adams Express Company
Pennsylvania Eystem
Commission
Pennsylvania Railroad
Ice Bridge Breaks Over Niagara River Tragedy at Falls
Hundreds witnessed the collapse of the ice bridge between the cataract and the upper arch below the falls. Mr and Mrs Eldridge Stanton of Toronto and Burrell Peacock of Cleveland died after aiding others. Four others survived. A dramatic rescue effort unfolded as rope lines were tossed from bridges and approached by workers on the ice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niagara Falls
N. Y
Eldridge Stanton
Toronto
Canada
Burrell Peacock
Cleveland
Ohio
Mr. Stanton
Himsel
Peacock
Pat Kelly
Ontario Police Force
Kelly
Niagara Avenue
Ikei LIVES OAGHIFIGED THE HEROW REPORTS
Unclear OCR text shows reports about man and youth life. details unavailable. Narrative fragments suggest a local human-interest or obituary style note with limited readable facts.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Employees Motor Company
Weather Report
Fire Department
Cook
HUG Supply
North Louisiana
Lyceum Theatre
Mabel Taliaferro
Ige
Ikei
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