16 May 1912
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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1912
Page
1
The Eleven Jurors chosen proceed with the second trial as the prisoner appears confident of acquittal. He smiles in court and assists his attorneys in selecting the jury.
The list includes 11 jurors accepted for service: William J Wasink a Waterford buttermaker. J J Weschler a Fifth ward Erie clerk. Joseph B Weber a la borer in Erie Second ward. John Schade a Fourth ward Erie moulder. William F Plautz a Fifth ward Erie car carpenter. J Deiton Alden a farmer in Girard township. William R Akam a Wayne township cheesemaker. A H Sherman a Albion brake man. James J Fitzgerald a U S A retiree in Erie Third ward. William Aitkin a Erie la borer. Joseph Barney a Mill Creek township farmer.
The second trial of John M. Andrews for the murder of Emile Amann on Bunker Hill opens in Erie Quarter Sessions Court. Judge Emery A. Walling presides as prosecutors seek a timely start amid defense motions and jury selection proceeding with 38 jurors examined and a 24-member extra panel summoned.
King Frederick VIII of Denmark died in Hamburg after a street stroke while walking unaccompanied from the Hamburger Tief hotel where he had stayed with the queen and royal suite. He arrived incognito from a south trip and was not identified at the scene before his death. Christian now proclaimed king.
In Reading Pennsylvania Senator James P McNichol paid 11 25 to Chief Green for a traffic fine and costs after a son was cited for speeding in a touring car. Authorities said McNichols money is as good as Governor Tener s. Tener had paid a similar fine weeks earlier.
Reading Pa May 16 The grand division of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers Dispatchers Agents and Signalmen discussed a plan to pension all members at age 60. The proposal would pay 3 to 7 1/2 dollars weekly based on service length. A hot contest for the next meeting site sees Harrisburg New York and Atlantic City leading.
King Frederick of Denmark dies in Hamburg Germany at age unknown after a sudden apoplexy while traveling. The monarch's death shocks Copenhagen with condolences pouring in from European rulers and officials.
Allentown Pa May 16 Judge Trexlers warning that county commissioners and township supervisors may face indictments for letting roads deteriorate prompted swift action. Lehigh County commissioners ordered repairs to the Bethlehem pike and the Coonersburg pike ahead of state takeover under the Sproul bill set for June 1.
Cincinnati May 16 Rollin White president of Union Gas and Electric proposes placing live electric wires over buildings to shock sparrows as they alight The plan aims to kill birds quickly without harming humans and will be tested on tall downtown structures.
Judge McCarrell of Dauphin county ruled the Steelton curfew ordinance constitutional and dismissed John A. Baker's proceedings. He also dismissed a suit against a Millersburg man fined 4.40 for Sunday food sales, noting the traveling public may buy food on Sundays.
Fully completed Cuban cruiser the Cuba and training ship the Uatria sailed from the Cramps shipyard. A 21 gun salute honored the people of the United States and Philadelphia as the vessels headed down the Delaware amid a noisy farewell from steamers and tugs.
George Donahy sixteen was crushed to death by a land roller at a field near Cornwall Center Pennsylvania. He died instantly when a jolt threw him before the rolling mechanism as he moved toward the barn. Coroner Sherman of Bradford investigated. survivor listed is uncle Gus Kopanske of Bradford.
The money trust investigation will begin today focusing on the alleged coffee trust rather than banks. No testimony from National City bank figures will be taken as previously banned.
Hassan Bey, a powerful Albanian deputy in the Turkish chamber, heads a revolt sparked by Turkish terrorism in recent elections. Turkish reinforcements and mountain guns have reached Is tok, the center of the disturbance.
Ex Governor Samuel W Pennypacker, practicing law in Philadelphia, was appointed to succeed the late Charles N Mann as state railroad commissioner. The term runs five years with a salary of 999 dollars annually.
An essay argues that clothing reflects social status and income. It suggests a man with a low salary should not wear a high hat, framing attire as a measure of station and propriety.
Vice President Sherman signed the resolution submitting to the states the proposed constitutional amendment for direct popular election of United States senators. The measure will be referred to the secretary of state who will notify the governors of the states of Congress action.
The London District Messenger Company awards a medal to a messenger boy for bearing a special message to Liege and Brussels. The chairman noted messengers have been sent from London to Italy, Switzerland, Turkey, France, Germany, America, and South Africa.
In Warren County Republican Committee session at the courthouse Edward R. Allen defeated U S Rogers 34 to 15 for county chairman. The meeting reviewed 1907 rules and planned rule changes to suit the new primary law. Homer M. Putnam was temporary secretary as members and proxies totaling many were listed.
A reader recalls that a show advertised as the genuine article turned out to be staged acting. The man who played the villain confessed he was not real, having merely pretended, after a lighthearted pursuit around town.
A 16th century Suffolk custom rhyme praises barley and farming labor. The London Mail notes "Here's a health to the barley mow" and to the worker who harrows plows sowing. The verse is shared as a genuine traditional toast from rural England.
A short moral remark by Tilleston notes that irresolution marks a weak mind and frames decisive action as essential when faced with important concerns. The quote underscores firm decision over hesitation as a sign of strength.
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