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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1912
Page
2
A digest of notable events from around the world presented in brief lines. Highlights range across politics, culture, science, and society, offering a snapshot of moments shaping history during the week.
The Supreme Court announced by Justice Day that Union Pacific by acquiring Southern Pacific stock formed a Sherman Act violation and a decree to dissolve the combination will be entered. Germany Austria and Italy renew the triple alliance for three years amid Balkan war tensions in Europe.
John T. Fletcher Jr a Columbus heir is jailed in New Orleans on forgery charges and hospitalized after a blood vessel rupture. J Frank Hickey of Quincy under arrest in Buffalo confesses to multiple old murders citing liquor. John W Sibben of Manistee pleads guilty to embezzling 44300 and gets seven years six months. The Hustler sank in the St Clair river drowning two crewmen. A recall movement targets Los Angeles Mayor Alexander after City Prosecutor Guy Eddie arrest. Court dismisses four of forty five defendants as evidence is deemed insufficient.
A Cordele Georgia loss in a cotton firm with 125000 assets and 250000 liabilities is reported. A Chicago reform address criticizes lax marriage laws. Habeas corpus hearings in Columbia. Fatal motorcycle crash at Piqua Troy speedway. NY Central train derails with no injuries. KC real estate head commits suicide. A aeronaut dies from 2000 foot fall at Jacksonville fair. Burns testimony links union spy to Times bombing. Minneapolis pulpit dance scene shocks audience. Missing bonds found in Kansas City. Hunting fatalities rise from 1911. Hoboken factory blaze causes 200000 loss. Prospector alliance appeals to western governors.
War measures by Germany Austria Roumania and Servia continue after a brief lull. The Balkan conflict on the Tehatalfa front resumes with renewed fury as European chancelleries confront a probable war scenario. The Porte issues a statement following a ministers council meeting.
Indiana produced a record 14,204,578 tons of bituminous coal and 513,700 tons of black coal in the year ended September 30 1912. The report shows high prices cannot be blamed on shortages. most coal was consumed in state and miners earned $12,302,947.71 for bituminous and $786,053.61 for block coal.
Hartford residents think Albert Musser petitioning for a pardon has been sufficiently punished for his role in a Portland robbery murder. Musser and Marshall allegedly entered Mrs. Eliza Stolz’s home in 1907 in a bid to rob. Stolz was bound and gagged and later died, possibly from the gag. Musser’s case was moved here on a venue change.
Three frame structures on South Fifteenth street housed Daniel Shaffer's grocery and the Guttman Furniture Co. and their contents were destroyed. Loss totaled 5750 with 1800 insured. Buildings owned by William J. Murphy, First National Bank cashier. Lightning briefly disrupted the fire alarm, hindering summons of help.
Elwood December 4. James Nelson a farmer forgot his car was in gear and was knocked through a fence and run over when he tried to crank it His wife in the auto switched off the car preventing further injury Nelson suffered several broken ribs and possible internal injuries.
Ezra Wilson eighty two a Wanatah pioneer was instantly killed when struck by a Pennsylvania passenger train at a railroad crossing in Wanatah business district. A second fast train coming prevented him from seeing the oncoming train and his delay in moving proved fatal.
Evansville reports a fire destroying the Ingle coal mine warehouse. Evidence shows thieves ransacked the miners shaft clothing and valuables totaling $600, with the mine company loss at $800.
A fire in a Warsaw home started by gnawed match-heads woke the Rathbun family when an alarm clock set for three o clock rang. The house was soon a mass of flames and the family escaped unharmed.
Burglars entered the Wood residence near Shelbyville and carried away clothing items including a $25 suit and other goods. The heist occurred in the Der.4 area with valuables taken from the dwelling. Authorities search for suspects and monitor the scene for leads.
In a scene at an upscale shop two characters argue about spending. A passerby mocks the display dummies while another insists they teach fine manners through observation. The exchange highlights social pretensions and lessons in behavior.
The Minneapolis Messenger quotes Peter Doubt on the secret of success. He quips that the answer will be born lucky, a remark he plans to give when asked after age fifty about the key to success, in a light exchange with his wife.
A bantering exchange about a city youth and his aim to study medicine. One speaker asks if the future doctor is diligent while another notes the youth is currently studying to become a physician.
A doctor notes insomnia can stem from stomach issues and caffeine in coffee and tea. He cites Postum as a caffeine free sleep aiding substitute, touting its gentleness on nerves, with testimonials from a Georgia physician and guidance on preparation and available sizes.
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