21 Jun 1922
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1922
Page
1
Secrecy cloaks actions of labor leaders from the United Mine Workers and allied unions as they prepare a tied front strike program. A late night conference set a cautious policy and discussed legal risks of joint actions impacting coal shipments. Further meetings were announced by President Lewis.
The conspiracy case against Governor Tan Suuuwu goes to the jury Saturday after attorneys agreed on admissibility of evidence. Yabing of evidence concluded as C Laborges presented one key point for the defense, involving an auditor’s report from the state treasurer’s office. Judge Clary Edwards said court will continue Saturday afternoon with arguments and any needed recesses.
Joe Secco, 42, was found guilty on the fourth count of liquor law violations in city court. He was fined 100 dollars with costs, and an appeal to the circuit court was filed through his attorney Truvey Kirk. Officers testified to finding mash and still parts near the camp, while defense argued lack of proof linking Secco to ownership or operation.
A new state oil inspection district in Indiana raises questions of political rewards. Henry Liehen and Ali Morrison receive inspector roles with salaries while others replace officials across Vincennes Evansville Terre Haute. Governor Goodrich and party leaders influence appointments amid claims the posts are tainted by political considerations.
New York reports Marconi unveils a wireless searchlight concept using directed radio waves to beam light toward ships. He envisions a reflective transmitter system that could warn vessels in fog and thick weather, potential to extend visible guidance up to many miles. The invention resembles a specialized naval searchlight with long distance reception and directional signaling.
The Kansas City Minstrels visit Evansville Thursday for a charity show at the United States marine hospital. The event supports enlisted men unable to attend external programs due to dress or physical limitations, with John Sullivan organizing as secretary of the hospital’s entertainment committee.
Sunday schools churches lodges clubs and all organizations urged to contribute to the 400 marked fund to purchase an item for Eorough Kitsey a Sunday school organizer in Gibson County Contributions are being received and a list will be published Thursday in the Daily Democrat.
La Follette urges a constitutional redefinition to curb Supreme Court and protect the people. He argues three justices have violated the US Constitution and aided legislative powers, calling for stronger limits on judicial authority.
Washington announces a nationwide push to add 25000 miles of new roads, funded by the latest administration. The plan targets major rural and urban corridors, pledging construction as part of a broad infrastructure expansion.
Pinkerton agents arrest Stewart for embezzlement and bigamy involving five wives including Bertha Grannis in Indianapolis and other spouses in Oswego California and Boston. The indictment alleges four wives, one of whom is said to have died by suicide when he refused marriage.
A youth riding with Mrs Gus Dennings and Eugene of West Fanerson Street struck a pole near Main and Ohio streets. Mrs Louis Black living near Byrum Blacksmith shed had a son with head and face cuts. A physician attended the injured child and police headquarters received the report.
Ray Baker advance representative of the Redpath Chautauquas arrived in the city yesterday and will stay until the seven day Chautauqua opens. He will work with the lodge in charge of the Chautauqua and promote season tickets for eighteen attractions. The program features Two delightful comedies and Lieurance’s Little Symphony Orchestra with notable lecturers and Jess Pugh.
Chicago June 21 Harold McCormick has regained vigor after a glands operation performed last week. Attendants report flushed cheeks and renewed energy. Doctors expect his discharge Friday and anticipate travel to Europe with his daughter Mathilde. No further details on the donor's glands forthcoming.
A Francisco family group returns from a three week motor tour of the East visiting Niagara Falls Lake Erie Lake Ontario Boston Concord and various eastern states. They include Edna and Mrs Bren nop along with Mr and Mrs Morton Sandage and children.
A postcard mailed May 2 1912 in Marion reached the Wabash postoffice two hours after mailing and took ten years to deliver. It was sent to Miss Nellie Haughes by Miss Marjorie Holderman, who lives north of Marion. The card’s fate after arriving at the local office remains unknown.
In Terre Haute area fourteen mines hoisted coal today amid planned legal action to restrain interference. Attorneys for operators prepared suits. union miners vow to meet and discuss lay plans to bolster manpower beyond seven thousand if needed. Harry Kerns claimed the mines could dump fourteen tons daily.
Washington June 21 A plan was approved to hold three day recesses starting July 1 and lasting until the tariff bill is disposed of by the senate. President Harding has accepted postponing ship subsidy action for a month.
In New York a 62 year old janitor, Thomas Maughan, was hacked to death by Sabalino Svordonano, father of a seven year old girl attacked two weeks earlier. Svordonano surrendered at police headquarters claiming it was his duty to defend his family name, and said the body was in the cellar.
New York police search for a red haired woman and a black haired woman linked to Walter Ward as grand jurors probe the Ward kidnapping case. Investigators say Ward rented an apartment while his wife was away last summer and employees report a steady stream of female visitors amid claims of a Shackmail gang debt of 750 ,000.
A smallpox case is reported in Miss Pansy Minnis of Old South Main. Health authorities note precautions and monitoring as the situation is assessed.
Indiana weather notes unsettled conditions with warmer highs in the mid eighties. June 20 records show a high of 82 and a low of 67 with partly cloudy skies. last year’s same date recorded 92 and 68 with clear conditions. Sunset 7 16, sunrise 27 tomorrow, and summer begins today. A. R. Burton.
Kansas Senator Arthur Capper, longtime farm bloc leader, is rumored to head a national Progressive uprising. Supporters cite his fiery condemnations of War Weeks and possible expansion of his publishing role as signs he may run on a progressive platform.
A class of 16 candidates was initiated by Princeton lodge of Elks Tuesday evening. The ceremony was followed by a session. The initiates include Arthur P. Twineham Harry Day Hevon Thmuier Ovid Gamble J O A Wood Walter Funk W E Cox C G Yuglorin Charley McRoberts Gerhard Fronbeiter Wilfred Waggoner Robert Scott Loral Wyatt Dan Phillips Arthur Dill and C A Kolb. The lodge will be in summer vacation during the balance of the supper meetings being held only once a month.
In Indianapolis on June 21, three former Corydon bank officials were sentenced to three years each after a U S district court found them guilty of violating federal banking laws. George W Applegate Ben Applegate and Wilson Cook were convicted of misappropriating funds entrusted to the bank.
Mr. and Mrs. 7. M. Swarens and daughter plus Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Harder and son returned home from South Bend. Swarens drove a new Studebaker car home after several days of fishing on Webster and Barbee lakes.
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