17 Sep 1926
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1926
Page
1
Promoter Tex Rickard asserts the Dempsey Tunney fight on September 23 will be a private show with exclusive radio rights. He denies leasing broadcast privileges and says newspapers cannot relay wire service reports. Rickard claims he has full authority to decide who may broadcast the bout. CONTINUED ON PAGE SIX.
In Short Hills New Jersey on September 17 Bobby Jones defending champion led Francis Imet of Boston by three holes after the first 18 in their 36 hole semifinal match of the national title.
Clyde B. Falkenstein paymaster for Merchants and Miners Transportation Co. was assaulted on a coastwise steamer Howard as four masked men robbed him of a bag containing 6124 in view of passengers. They fled to a waiting car with a fourth accomplice.
Special Daily Express report from Hen-daye describes a growing army mutiny and a possible republic move led by Primo De Rivera. Segovian artillery officers allegedly held King Alfonso captive until pledging support, while civil guard remains loyal to the premier.
Gary Indiana September 17 A P William Red Donaldson a former Texas cowboy was found guilty of murder in the first degree of Joseph Mullins of Gary by a jury with a recommendation that he be sentenced to life imprisonment Donaldson was charged with fatally shooting Mullins so he might marry Mrs Mullins
Chicago reports writer A Wilifred C Cross faces heavy backlash after publishing a piece on collegiate morals in a church paper. Cross defends his claims while noting sensational journalism and asserts he stands by the core points despite reaction from students faculty and bishops.
Report from Deridder describes threats of lynching aimed at inmates at a local prison. Officials say security is increased as investigators gather tips about possible mob action and potential suspects.
In Beauregard parish Judge Cline hears motions for a change of venue and separate trials for Morton Brasseaux of Sulphur and Joe Genna of De Ridder charged with the murder of J J Bre velle a De Ridder taxi operator. Defense cites public sentiment and fairness concerns as witnesses testify on crowd behavior at the De Ridder jail and courthouse night of the arrest.
Secretary of the Treasury Andrew Mellon returns from abroad on the Berengaria and is kept from reporters until a brief, unhelpful talk as he disclaims discussing European issues. He praises Mussolini but says his trip was a pleasure vacation and he spoke with several distinguished statesmen.
Yom Kippur will be observed here beginning this evening with services at the Temple. Dr. Carl Schorr will speak on "Loyalty" and again Saturday at ten o'clock for the Day of Atonement service with Dr. Schorr addressing the subject The Temple has been rearranged for the observance.
Unconfirmed reports from Mazatlan and Sonora cite rumors that General Alvaro Obregon has been killed by Yaqui rebels. Officials say troops are en route to exterminate the uprising if surrender fails, while Yaqui leaders Mori and Matus plot resistance and political demands.
Charles R. Huntley, renowned power magnate and longtime president of the Buffalo Electric Company, died suddenly at his Lancaster New York home. He earlier led the Buffalo General Electric Company and shaped electrical development nationwide. From West Winfield clerk to wealth through varied ventures, he credited his work habit for success. A bold stretch of his life included work in the Pennsylvania oil fields as a bookkeeper and later as a pipeline agent.
Charles A. Lindbergh, flying a St. Louis to Chicago air mail job, forced to abandon a field near Vedron Illinois after exhausting fuel and heavy fog. He parachuted to land and then found the wreckage two miles away, retrieved three mail pouches, and continued toward Chicago.
The tropical storm off Cape Hatteras yesterday morning was classified severe by the weather bureau. No further details on movement or potential impact were released.
Enormous damage to property reported on Turk's Island as a tropical storm of hurricane force moved over the area yesterday. No fatalities occurred. Nearly all lighters in port were lost as the storm receded to the northeast with the center around latitude 30 degrees north and longitude shown.
River gauge data shows Memphis 24.5 rising 0.5, Vicksburg 28.0 up 1.0, New Orleans 4.8 up 0.2. Red River at Shreveport 14.0 down 0.8, Alexandria 9.7 up 1.2, Ouachita at Monroe 13.8 down 0.3.
The year will be remembered for numerous razings as growth drives modern buildings. The Revoire building at 126 South Grand is being demolished for a 36 by 88 foot one story brick replacement costing 18000 dollars. Trousdale & Slater’s adjacent structure will also be razed for a matching brick unit. Other fallen landmarks include the old substations on St John street and structures on Jackson street as Monroe advances.
Five defendants named by District Attorney Keyes face conspiracy charges as new witnesses bolster the hoax theory of the missing evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson. McPherson lies ill with a dangerous nasal infection. doctors warn death possible if complications arise.
Crusader Pipe Line announces opening of the 143 mile El Dorado to Ferriday line by October 1. Nine booster stations finished or near completion, storage tanks completed at Ferriday, river docks and barges ready to receive first cargo. The $5,000,000 project runs through El Dorado Hillsboro Farmerville Monroe Mangham Gilbert Foules and Ferriday terminals.
Governor Miriam Ferguson calls a special session to back a 25 000 inquiry into state departments amid Moody victory. A nine member committee will probe the highway commission textbook board pardons treasury and railroad records with broader legislature scrutiny.
The Monroe Chamber of Commerce board urges the Police Jury to buy property opposite the new courthouse and between Wood and Osk streets on Grand, and the Commission Council to straighten Harrison Street between Hall and Catalpa before paving. An industrial conference on Monroe gas field development in Monroe, West Monroe, and Bastrop is planned not later than October 15.
Washington officials awaited findings from the American embassy in Mexico City on the death of Jacob Rosenthal, killed by bandits after a ransom demand. The old New York businessman, weakened by illness, was beaten and stabbed as federal troops pursued captors near Mexico City. The body was moved to Cuernavaca and then Mexico City, with a note seeking $10 000 in quick payment.
Mexico City dispatch reports Bonificio Hineppss, mayor of Uitzilac, killed by federal soldiers. The incident follows the stabbing of Jacob Rosenthal, Woodmere, New York retiree, by captors on Wednesday night. Belief centers on Hineppss as a reader of the bandits.
Lew Cody and Mabel Normand were married in Ventura California after obtaining licenses and a 8 AM ceremony conducted by County Recorder Thomas Neill. The event was announced by the county clerk and recorder later today.
The White House, after summer renovations by painters cleaners and workers, is ready for President and Mrs Coolidge to return from vacation. The exterior gleams with a fresh white coat while interiors including the East Room and executive offices receive cleaning re-hung draperies and new fittings. Everett Saunders reoccupies the president’s secretary desk as staff resume duties after summer breaks.
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