04 Dec 1912
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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1912
Page
1
Washington senator Miles Poindexter advocates impeachment of the president, signaling a sharp partisan clash over executive conduct. Poindexter argues for removal based on alleged abuses of power and constitutional questions, drawing immediate debate among colleagues and constituents.
A Akron woman used a hatpin to injure her husband J B Henderson and his accomplice Miss Ardie Howard in a Federal Street hotel. Henderson’s blows to Howard led to a fierce confrontation before police arrived. Lieutenant Carrell and Patrolman Stemler restrained the scene, with Henderson, his paramour, and his wife all detained as witnesses describe a violent tableau and hospital care for the wounded.
A coroner at the Atlantis hotel case in Sheffield returns a verdict of death by drowning for Mrs Nowill wife of a local man. Eyewitness testimony and lack of motive are cited. a male associate was implicated by the coroner as proceedings connect him to the death.
Disjointed recital outlines a verdict not guilty for Pere Werth amid chaotic mentions of debts, postponed sales, elopement claims, and a self inflicted death in Bedford Indiana. References to Cremer sale adjournments and various unnamed figures hint at a wider municipal legal ordeal with financial pressures and tragic outcomes.
Weather bureaus report unsettled conditions across the United States with scattered showers and variable winds yesterday afternoon. Forecasters warn of lingering instability and rapidly changing skies in several regions.
Senate committee investigating campaign contributions meets with two members absent and another recovering. Only Chairman Clapp and Senator Pomerene present as hearings begin. Poindexter accuses Taft of patronage misuse and hints at impeachment, citing Landis case and alleged aides connected to Puerto Rico.
The Senate orders daily Archbold impeachment proceedings to begin at 2 o clock, with testimony starting today. In the House, debate centers on the Adamson bill authorizing a physical valuation of railroad property by the Interstate Commerce Commission. President Taft urges a broader liberal American diplomacy and national readiness for shifting world power dynamics.
Nine men including Samuel Po War field surrendered to U S authorities in Chicago and await trial in New York on charges of selling books by mail at inflated prices with false pretenses. Bond set at 2500 by U S Commissioner Foote. In New Jersey a driver assault leaves Johnella Marshall near Ewingville Road in critical condition. authorities suspect a racial motive.
The boxer Jack Johnson wed Io Tee Cameron, a nineteen year old white woman, at his Wabash avenue home in Chicago in a ceremony performed by a black preacher. The union follows Johnson’s public life clash with authorities over the Mann Act as indictments focus on his relationship with Belle Schrefher.
The Supreme Court has advanced for hearing in January the case against Jack Johnson, the Negro pugilist, charged with violating the white slave code. The move comes as the court prepares to address the controversial affair.
A child fire accident at Tad Deel do-Carrie High involves a girl playing with peers when a burning stick was tossed at her, causing her dress to catch fire and resulting in a holdover incident.
Rome reports the court of cassation has upheld the Viterbo sentences from the famed Camorra trial. The decision confirms earlier judgments against key defendants in the case.
Market quotes show prices for wheat corn oats and cattle hogs sheep and lambs across multiple lines. Prices include No 2 red wheat around 1.02 to 1.08 and corn around 4 to 6. Prices for cattle hogs and sheep vary by grade and lot with several figures noted for quality and weight.
In Indianapolis Frank M. Ryan head of the International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers showed visible nerves as he left the stand during the dynamiting case adjournment. He admitted providing defense for O Donald, but said his organization had no part in the plots. He denied knowledge of explosive transfers or any payments linked to the alleged conspiracy.
Charles Phillips stands trial in Owen County for the shooting death of his stepfather John Barry at a Spencer home. Phillips claims self defense as witnesses are few and the trial may last up to three days. He surrendered after the incident and has been held in Martinsville since.
In Logansport Indiana Mrs Lang shot and killed Mrs Copple at the Copple home after a quarrel at the wedding supper the night before. Mrs Lang is jailed as authorities revise registration law proposals to ease hardships in the upcoming legislature.
Indianapolis December 4 reports state auditor indicates Arnold head of the banking department has not filed a report on the conditions of state private and savings banks as of September 30. The combined total of deposits and resources is cited as 156 902 248 88.
Old Liners say election shows it. Roosevelt remains a force as progressives form a new party. Discussion centers on congressional commissions and committee control, with critics arguing such moves distance government from the people and undermine party unity.
Fragmented OCR text lists items like “Old Papers for Sale at this Office, 10c for 100” and references to trains and a public sale. The readable portion mentions sale of old papers and generic notices without clear event details or dates. The tone resembles a small-town newspaper classified fragment.
A damaged OCR line notes a neighbor and a journal dispute with unclear wording. The fragment mentions a wife, singing, and the Morbers Journal in vague terms, offering little verifiable detail. No clear event or entities beyond general references are readable.
The readable text shows a garbled note about a national year and a date. It mentions a party or event and hints at a plan or meeting but lacks clear names places or actions. No definite outcome or context is present to establish a full summary.
A testimonial from W. Radner of Bewishurs praises Electric Bitters for curing ten years of rheumatism and stomach trouble. The note claims the remedy treats dyspepsia, indigestion, jaundice, and kidney poisons, with a guarantee of satisfaction. Sold for 50 cents at Knoefel Drug Co.
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