17 Oct 1908
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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Republican
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1908
Page
1
A letter carrier faces a government prison term at Fort Leavenworth Kansas. the case notes a bonus provision linked to Palmers Home and resulting release.
The Thompson Carnation Company case continues with numerous witnesses about contract terms between John D Thompson and Vera Thompson over stock control and salaries. Separately Robert Palmer, accused of mail theft, was released on bonds of 2500 after testifying at Chicago hearings. authorities say federal prison time is likely. Mrs Palmer, heartbroken, stays with her parents in Lockport as details emerge about decoy letters and a $1 bill found in a suspect letter.
The German balloon Bargesell was found partly deflated a hundred miles northwest of Heligoland. The fate of its operators Lieutenant Foertach and his assistant remains unknown as anxiety grows.
Several important matches in the Play for the President's Cup will be held at the County Club this afternoon. The handicap contest on the 18 hole course is the last of the season and scores must be posted for the trophy offered by John H. swage.
Arnold Warnell was seriously hurt performing a blindfolded jump over chairs tables and barrels at the Grand theater last night. He collided with a barrel and was taken by police ambulance to St. Joseph's hospital where he remained unconscious part of the night before being discharged this morning to continue the act.
Ground broke yesterday for a new automobile factory in Joliet built by the Economy Motor Buggy Co. in East Cass Street near the Standard Oil plant. Local capitalists back the project, planning a two story brick factory with basement as a substantial Joliet industrial addition.
Paris dispatch via Petit Journal reports Emperor Menelik of Abyssinia dead. telegraphic note notes uncertainty about authenticity and details.
Early spring agitation builds around a new system as reports secured yesterday indicate a coordinated push by a committee to implement the project. The plan emphasizes high pressure tactics and rapid follow through to push the reform.
A city committee pushing a high pressure water system for the downtown loop district has been quietly collecting signatures and aims to present the petition to the Board of Local Improvements soon. The drive follows spring fires that threatened the business district, as Joliet recovers with rebuilding and new construction including a six story office building by Contractor Adam Groth and a remodeled P’Arcy Hammond block.
Alpena Michigan reports dozens dead as fires sweep the country. John Pachintah and his wife perished atPolaski. Mrs Saerski and three children cremated near Rogere City. Metz reports most buildings burned.
Telegraph Special from Sault Ste Marie reports no relief as fires burn from White High Point on Lake Superior to Detour at St. Mary's River mouth. A thick pall of smoke hangs over Lake Huron and surrounding towns as crews battle the blaze.
Plans for the Joliet Wheel Manufacturing Company plant call for a brick structure east of the city on the Michigan Central. James Smith of this city secured the contract after bids from Chicago and local firms. The main building will be 270 by 70 feet with engine room and storage sheds, and rails to the site will be laid next week to speed material delivery. Construction aims to finish in 40 to 60 days with occupancy by the first of the year.
A decree granting Jennie Specht divorce from William Specht was entered this morning. She may resume her maiden name Jennie Grein, receives $15 monthly alimony, and custody of their minor child. Agnes Boucher’s request for temporary alimony and fees was granted. Several criminal actions were disposed or stricken, with several cases forwarded to county court.
The Graceland cemetery, a new burying ground, opened today for the first time. Improvements are being made on the property located on East Washington street. The interested corporation was organized some time ago and many residents are involved.
Harry Baker had not seen his mother and sister since age nine. After eleven years he locates them in Chicago. The reunion is described as time timeless and heartfelt as relatives reconnect in the city.
J J Keig a leading citizen and Democratic leader saw his store destroyed by a blaze early this morning. Firefighters fought the flames as the Lockport area laments the loss of Keig’s business and belongings.
A blaze sparked by a member of a Santa Fe engine destroyed two store buildings and a cottage in Romeo on October 17. Loss estimated at $5,000 hit chiefly John J. Keig ex mayor and William Shields of Lockport. The fire spread from the Kergstora property near the Santa Fe railroad, with 100 gallons of kerosene worsening the spectacle. Residents evacuated as embers and heat drove firefighters back. restoration to begin as insurers cover part of losses.
After an eleven year search for his mother and sisters, Harry Baker, once in an orphanage, was located in Chicago by chance while serving on the navy. He learned his mother and three sisters had married, and a happy reunion followed in Plainfield.
Indianapolis Oct 17 Victore Pryer and wife burned to death as fire consumed Shirley Ind business district. The blaze started in a restaurant owned by the Pryers and caused about 100000 dollars in losses as it continued burning.
The semi annual conference of the Mormons of the Northern Illinois tract will be held at Odd Fellows hall corner of Chicago and Clinton streets tomorrow. Services will be conducted at 10 and 11 30 a m.
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