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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1920
Page
1
A bomb exploded late last night under the porch of the American consulate in Zurich Switzerland causing serious damage to the building while injuring no one. Police are investigating and the State Department has reported the incident to Washington.
The state department published an official report confirming the Zurich bombing of the American consulate. It aligns with Zurich dispatches and attributes the act to archistic activities as reported by the consul.
New York March 4 government agents won the first major enforcement clash of Prohibition aboard the Italian steamship Presidente Wilson. They seized 637 bottles of cognac after a raid in which crew members attacked with improvised weapons and lights were dimmed. Inspectors Bush and Sterling led the operation, with threats traced to waterside figures. Liquor was found scattered through the vessel, including the cook’s quarters, bakery, quartermaster’s room, and the bilge. The unclaimed Aquor was set aside for hospitals and other legitimate uses.
The state public utilities commission fixed tentative valuations for two Central Ohio Telephone properties. Mt. Vernon and Central Ohio Telephone in Canterbury are valued at 58,650.69 dollars and Morrow County and Central Ohio Telephone in Sparta at 24,263.08 dollars. If permanent, these figures will base future rate charges.
The judge overruled motions for further dismissals in the Newberry election case. He ruled that a conviction or acquittal of Senator Newberry would not necessarily fix the outcome for the other 83 men on trial with him. The court said the prosecution made a prima facie case and could warrant a verdict of guilt if the jury chose. The defendant's first testimony was introduced today.
In Tiffin Old Fort village faces destruction by fire authorities warn of possible blaze. In Delaware senior and junior women clash in class fights at Ohio Wesleyan University. In Lancaster W R Rogers freed of bond theft charge by Toledo council. In Elyria many residents duped by a fake income tax man. In Defiance a burglar found asleep in Edward H Hall residence.
The House today refused by an overwhelming majority to repeal the prohibition enforcement act. The Associated Press reports Washington dated March 4. The short note notes the vote margin and the continuation of Prohibition law enforcement.
A reporter notes the highest price ever paid for one share on the New York Exchange. Ten shares of Atlantic Refining Company common stock sold for 1350 dollars per share, setting a new record. The previous peak was 1000 dollars per share reached by Northern Pacific in May 1901 during a panic.
The Hyening Standard reports that the Allied Supreme Council will permit Germany to issue an international loan, stating that German ruin would threaten Europe. The loan would take precedence over any indemnity payments Germany must make.
New Jersey through its attorney general filed in the U S Supreme Court a suit to declare the prohibition amendment unconstitutional and to block enforcement of the Volstead act. The bill argues the amendment is improperly drawn and that many state ratifications are lacking. It alleges the amendment is legislative, not a constitutional trust, and improperly passed.
New York March 4 Startling revelations on the police department were predicted at the district attorney's office after detective John J Gunson was indicted on bribery and extortion charges. Three women testified against him as indictments against other vice squad members were forecast. Gunson pleaded not guilty and posted $4000 bail. The grand jury has investigated methods of vice squad arrests and graft involving prostitutes.
Washington March 4 The Interstate Commerce Commission urged carriers and shippers to continue the existing uniform car supply rules amid a coal shortage. Representatives from Finland Latvia and Romania arrived to discuss peace terms for submission to the Bolshevik government in Russia. A fire damaged the Tate residence.
Akron city report states Mrs. Gorman, 30, saved her baby from an interurban car by tossing it clear, but was crushed to death as she crossed the street. The incident occurred today with the child unharmed in the infant's arms.
Washington March 4 The house ways and means committee heard warnings that any money grant for veterans would require more bond issues and higher taxes. Rep Hull of Tennessee said 800 million in increased taxes would be needed without a soldier bonus. Veterans groups said opposed lists could affect votes. lawmakers warned against a blacklist. Logan Boy named at West Point as principal William Gray Martin Logan as first alternate Alfred B Maschke Wartels also listed.
The worst winter storm in memory advanced from the mountains and plains into Colorado, Nebraska and South Dakota with several towns isolated. Rail and telegraph lines across Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Arkansas, northern Texas and Minnesota were crippled by sleet and snow. Snow depth in Colorado’s La Plata district reached 20 feet, threatening repeat floods. Communication with mountain towns will be cut for days and possibly weeks.
The Chamber of Commerce elected Fred W. Kahrl as president for the ensuing year at the annual meeting. Rev. W. H. Shields was named vice president, B. E. Hepler treasurer, and Leroy G. Mayer secretary. The officers and directors meet weekly on Wednesdays at 11:15 at the chamber headquarters. Mayer begins his fifth year as secretary.
Two engineers and a fireman were killed and about a dozen injured when the Hampton express of the Central Railroad of New Jersey crashed into a work train at Elizabethport. The engines exploded, and the accident occurred late yesterday. In other news, the Senate confirmed William Phillips as assistant secretary of state to be minister to the Netherlands and Luxembourg.
CANDIDATE IS RULED OUT IN TATE OF OnID. Louis Baird of Washington is ruled irregular and cannot appear on the Republican ballot in Ohio. James Monroe of Chicago likely to be ruled insufficient for the Democratic ballot, leaving Cox as the sole Democratic candidate. Harding Wood Keifer and Garfield remain on the Republican side.
An explosion at the Owen Tire and Rubber Co warehouse in Bedford near Cleveland today caused property damage estimated at 190000 dollars. No casualties reported. The incident prompted investigations by local authorities.
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