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Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1912

Page

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Skeleton clues cap the Logue diamond murder case

Police traced the Logue murder to a north side flat used by a gang of robbers. Two skeletons, a cache of jewels, thousands in valuables, and a wagonload of loot tied the case to eight suspects including Stratton Hampden and two women. Detectives found dynamite caps, false keys, and a Davenport Hotel letterhead among the evidence as arrests continued.

Chicago North Aide Joseph Y. Logue CG. R. Worsley Logue Ivon Losuaq Ibis Jtersons I. Dee Hight Delogue McVicker Rheatra Wresdyde Stratton Columbus Ohto St. B. Hampden Davenport St. James Iowa McVicker Theatre Mitch John J. Dalgin Clyde Stratton Columbus Penitentiary Edward Hampden Stratton Elahaimng Hampden Waupun Wis Bs FP Carnal Hull County Montana Tifamiliar Dowstows Wen Sind Hampdenna Voth Ang &Uland Harplit Lvans Erii Uv Frank Williams Wigeansin Waneimun Ogee Stratton, Hampdeh Gate Hal James Hatel Reed Jody

Ambassdor Reid’s Body Sailed Home After London Farewell

The body of American ambassador Whitelaw Reid was placed on a gun carriage at Dorchester House London and escorted by horse guards, with naval honors in Portsmouth before the Natal set sail for New York. Ogden Mills Reid and Mrs Reid departed for Liverpool to join Carmania.

London Whitelaw Ball United States Royals Dorchester House St. Fameault Sas Loos Donovan Chelsea Hospital Whitelaw Reid Sir Alfred B. Codrington Eix Ogden Mills Resarte Bar Gran‘anata Smi Tesiden Scars Guard At Honor Arma Pipers Statia Portsmouth Jcoffin Natal New York Ogden Mills Reid Hedworth Meux Asiit Nelson Vickors Portamouth Ambassador Reid England New York Arbor

Margaret Crosby Weds British Heir Presumptive at St George’s

Dec. 11 in London reports the marriage of Margaret Eleanor Crosby, daughter of Ernest Howard Crosby, to Lieutenant Van Neck of the 1st Rifles. Van Neck is described as the heir presumptive to the British peerage through his uncle, with his father noted as the heir apparent. The ceremony took place at St George's Church, Manover Square.

Margaret E. Crosby Picte Gendon Margaret Eleanor Ernest Howard Crosby van Neck al. George’s Church Manover Squar Baron Pivatingbeld Loulpeet

Eustis Selected Inauguration Committee Chair

New York December 21 1920 Earl Eustis of Washington was chosen today as chairman of the inaugural committee to organize Woodrow Wilson's inauguration. The selection was announced amid party acclamation with other figures including a brother of the late Se Eustis of Louisiana noted in the report.

C.eustis Wilson New York Win AN Eustis Washington Woodrow Wilson Se Eustis Louisiana

Governor declines move to save Baker from 15 year sentence

Governor Carroll announced he would not intervene to spare Guy Baker, sentenced to fifteen years at Fort Madison for the kingpin murder case involving Oliver Driver at Lone Tree. The defense had sought a stay and argued false testimony, while the state pressed for the sentence to stand. Baker was convicted in Johnson County court after deliberation by Judge R. P. Fowl.

Wes. Molnas Dees Carroll Guy Baker Alate Oliver P. Driver Lone ‘Tree Baker Fort Madson Tualown Supreme Court Parola Board Wiserich Johnson

100 Per Cent Offer Fraud Linked to Chicago Private Bank

Chicago private bank advertised 100 percent yearly interest on deposits from one cent to 17 million. Promoter F. B. Carson arrested on fraud charges as post office inspectors traced letters to schools nationwide seeking deposits. Bank claimed to be able to double money easily while warning investors to beware divestors.

Chicago F. B. Carson Postoffica Caygon Postoffice Carson Chicagorbank Vchicago Bank Madison County

Balkan peace envoys discuss Albanian autonomy and moderation

London reports the Balkan states peace envoys meeting at St James Palace to consider Albanian autonomy while tensions rise as Austria-Hungary may restrict Serbia’s army. Ottoman telegrams from Constantinople signal fresh instructions likely to trigger trouble. the session extended as debate on Adrianope fort withdrawal continues.

London Balkan Siitkey Agalh Inmes Palace Servia Ritait France Russia Russia-Hungary Austria-Hungary Balkan League Constantinoople Constantiople

Colorado Voters Adopt 11 Constitutional Amendments

Denver Dec 22 The official tally shows Colorado voters adopted the headless ballot recall of judicial declarants and elective officers including judges. support for the eight hour work day and mothers compensation act. they rejected broad prohibition and the public utilities court commission.

Colorado Denver Col Public Utilities Court

Dynamiters Word as Evidence Sparks Defense Argument

In Indianapolis on December 21, attorney Alfred Hovey argued that forty defendants in a dynamite conspiracy case were not implicated by the Menamiura plots. He highlighted witnesses Frank J. Higgins of Boston and Mearr W. Leigleitner, claiming McManigal’s testimony against the defendants is untrustworthy.

Tidianapolis Tad McManigal Alfred Hovey Hovey Frank J. Higgins Boston New England Ion Workers’ Union Mearr W. Leigleitner Farmery Fleteburzh McManiga Leigleitner Tron Heliey

US note to Mexico framed as crisis in relations

Washington officials prepare a cautiously firm note from Secretary Knox to Mexico demanding protection for American lives and property. The Mexican reply denounces Knox, claiming Americans aided the rebellion and suggesting consequences if demands are not met. Ongoing unrest includes strikes and violence in Sonora and Durango with Americans warned to seek safety.

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Harth Shocks Felt In Santagos City Area

Tremors described as strong shocks were felt in Santagos city late last night with a repeat alarm at dawn. Residents reported trembling buildings and anxious reactions across neighborhoods as authorities began assessing the event.

Amotus Santagos Santiago Dé

Last Call For Partners In Santa Clans Aid Drive

The Journal appeals for help as forty to fifty children still await Christmas aid due to generous but insufficient responses. Readers are urged to act now and submit or deliver gifts through volunteers. About 150 children have already been assigned to volunteers, with money entrusted to fund provision for about fifty more.

Svith Eaders Christas Alty Wore

President elect Wilson talks with Bryan at Lincoln

In a quiet exchange at the state house in Lincoln, President elect Wilson declined to reveal cabinet plans or discuss Bryan for ambassador. He said no decisions were made, and he would not confirm any specific discussions with Bryan while noting press headlines often sensationalize events. Bryan and Tilson shared a luncheon as the Nebraskan's visit proceeded, with Wilson escorting Bryan through rooms and explaining he will announce conferences in due time.

Trenton Hig Dia Bryan Sone Times Wilson Brisz Watterson Mr. Bryan Great Britain Tilson New Yorks State House William J. Bryan Mryad

Deere Park Named In Moline Memorial To Deere Founder

Thirteen acres of city property in Moline are donated to the city to be known as Deere Park in memory of C. H. Deere, founder of a leading local industry. The gift is attributed to G. H. Deere and Mrs. W. W. Waterworth.

Deere’ Park Moline G. H. Deere Deere Park C.H. Deere Mioling S. Steatt Industries

Weather Note for Weathers Town and Tikels

Fair tonight and Sunday with little change in temperature. Highs around 93 degrees.

Town and Tikels

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