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Newspaper
The Richmond Palladium And Sun Telegram
Location
Richmond, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1908
Page
1
W B Leeds forged from the bottom rung of business to the top with stern determination. He built a fortune of millions as others feared to tread and he rose through hardship to a commanding high position.
William Bateman Leeds, famed Rock Island Railroad and steel trust magnate, died at the Hotel Ritz in Paris at age 62 from a paralytic stroke. A Richmond native, Leeds built wealth from tin plate mills with Daniel G. Reid, joined the steel trust and Wall Street, and later led the Rock Island Railway. Born September 19, 1861, he studied intensely with his wife’s support, rising from humble beginnings to engineering and management roles before retiring abroad.
A former Richmond resident died after a long illness while in the care of French specialists, marking the end of a career built on wealth and finance. Details describe his status as a millionaire financier and note periods of invalidity and medical care before death.
At a Richmond nest meeting last night Owls voted to secede from the Order of Owls and affiliate with the American Order of Owls. Accusations target Supreme President Talbot as grafting, with Nimel accused of misusing funds and hosting lavish banquets with an actress. Delegates from multiple cities pressed for reforms and removal of officials, citing crooked organizers and disbarred lawyers.
Indianapolis June 23 Nickname plan aims to enliven the campaign with clubs built around Bills and Jims as Republican organizers tour the state. The effort seeks to spark enthusiasm with Sunny Jim Sherman and Smiling Bill Taft themed groups while some fear organizing will be needed to sustain summer energy. The sober side of politics centers on a brewing saloon battle that could wipe out 3.5 saloons if brewers lose their charters, with Indianapolis and other cities facing major closures.
James Schoolcraft Sherman republican vice presidential candidate was taken to a Cleveland hospital with catarrh of the gall duct. A Baltimore specialist was summoned and his Utica family rushed to his side. Doctors warned the condition is serious though not critical and an operation may be needed. The Utica welcome program was cancelled due to his illness.
A special council meeting appointed a five member executive committee to work with the Knights of the Golden Eagles on a city run Fourth of July celebration in Richmond. Mayor Schillinger named Leftwick Deuker and Williams to the committee with Williams volunteering as a third member, while officials plan to solicit funds from local business men for the expense and organize an industrial parade.
Madrid reports a son born to Queen Victoria of Spain and King Alfonso. The queen will nurse this child herself, reversing prior nurse bans, and the iron decoration above the crib has been removed to improve safety.
Banks and trust companies in Wayne County report rising valuations per the board of review, with Fountain Bank in Fountain City as the sole exception. Assessments are based on 75 percent of capital stock, undivided profits and surplus, listing figures for Dickinson Trust, Richmond Trust, First Bank of Greencastle, and others across the region.
Fair and warm weather continues tonight with mild Wednesday, then cooler conditions. Winds shift from light to fresh southwest to northwest, shaping a pleasant regional forecast for Indiana readers.
Younger members of the big party will convene to elect officers and arrange plans for the campaign. A call has been issued for meeting attendance and participation in organization activities.
The Young Men s Republican club will meet Wednesday at 7 20 PM on the first floor of the court house for re organization and officer election. President Byram C Robbins calls for all members and young republicans to join and work toward a Taft victory next November. The club plans regular meetings, public talks, a bugle and drum corps, and a fall Taft parade while coordinating with the county central committee.
Columbus Ohio June 23 Attorney General Wade H Ellis a Republican resolutions committee member and platform author replies to Bryan criticisms. He denies the draft was published to displease Taft or mislead labor and defends the anti injunction plank as a clear statement of party policy. He argues notice and prompt hearings improve injunctions and that the platform seeks universal statutory rules to prevent future complaints.
Sheriff Meredith has learned nothing about the identity of William Rinehart the insane man arrested Sunday on Union Pike. The final disposition of Elmer Baker, the insane imbecile, is undetermined as he is being cared for by relatives at present.
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