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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1900
Page
1
Omaha dispatch details a $25,000 ransom paid in gold to kidnappers who held Edward Cudahy captive. A threatening letter outlined demands, promised to blind the child, and warned of additional kidnappings if ignored. The missive cites Charley Ross and references secrecy and a lantern-delivery plan.
A man described as Hareed Young Cudahy was chained and coerced by masked bandits who forced him into a hack and drove him to Thirty-seventh Street. They released him without explanation. he walked home arriving shortly after 1 a.m.
Omaha detectives locate the hideout four miles from the city where Edward Cudahy Jr was held for nearly two days. Neighbors corroborate the turnout as the boy identifies features, while reporters are briefly detained by police during the stakeout.
The river and harbor bill, completed last night, totals about $60,000,000 with around $28,000,000 in direct appropriations and $87,000,000 in contract authorizations for ongoing work. The measure ranks as the second largest on record, with growth expected after Senate amendments.
Chicago figures show McKinley with 7 220 198 votes and Bryan 6 247 431 in the 1900 presidential popular vote. Prohibition 207 125, Social Labor 34 007, total vote up 20 844. McKinley holds a 468 065 majority with 51.72 percent to Bryan 45.54.
A Centerville dispatch reports John Schlaben arrested on Chicago police orders, believed to be James Kilroy, wanted for the murder of Harry Farress. Kilroy of tramp-like appearance, 28 or 30, 5 ft 7 in, 145 lb, dark eyes, mustache, wearing dark suit and overcoat, with 88 caliber cartridges and trinkets. a mouth wound remains unloc bed. Farress was killed November 24 near West Twenty second and Monroe streets amid labor troubles. principal fugitive John Graves is sought.
Terre Haute Indiana December 19 Judge Piety of the circuit court severely reprimanded a number of witnesses in the trial of William Hoffman accused of arson for coming into court under the influence of liquor. He admonished them that if they repeated the offense he would punish them for contempt.
Chicago markets show hog receipts about 26 000 with sales near 4.00 to 4.95 per cwt and most at 4.85 to 4.90. Cattle receipts around 3 500 with varied quotes from 4.10 to 6.20 for different grades. East Buffalo and St Louis reports note dull or firm trends with hogs at 4.95 4.7% and sheep prices 4.20 5.30 for natives and westerns.
Omaha residents hear Edward Cudahy recount his purported abduction on Tuesday evening. He says two men posing as Sarpy county sheriffs seized him near General Cowin's house, blindfolded him, and transported him to a southwest South Omaha location. He describes a six-man gang with members from Mexico and Denver, including an expert in kidnapping, who discussed abducting a family member and planned for four months.
The article notes Nebraska law gaps in the Cudahy kidnapping incident. It states child stealing applies only to under ten, while the victim is fifteen, and levying Mackmall is not covered by statutes. Police can only pursue false imprisonment, a misdemeanor with fine and jail. The piece highlights how difficult identifying and prosecuting the kidnappers would be if caught.
Former West Park Board treasurer Edward E Dreyer, convicted of embezzling 816000, plans to lecture once released on bail. He anticipates swift release when his supreme court writ of error is decided, arguing for humane enforcement of laws over strict technicality.
Edward Cudahy Sr. returned to his buggy to fetch a revolver and tried to shoot at the robbers before police captured them. He described the north room where he was held from Tuesday evening to Wednesday night and noted a wooden bucket and a broken stair as markers. Miss Maud Munshaw, who lives at 404 Grover, recalled a man renting a vacant hillside house and a later incident with a spring wagon and two or three men. Police report no progress beyond locating the house, while the reward prompts renewed efforts and Chief Donohue expresses confidence in finding the suspects.
Governor Pinfree declares in the Dennis pardon that a conspiracy aimed at depriving him of land involved Circuit Judge Peck and Prosecuting Attorney Smith. He calls the trial a travesty and cites broader issues in Jackson county’s criminal practice.
The Bb. & N. W. Ry. announces round trip tickets at one and one third fare for December 22 23 24 26 and 31 and January 1. Tickets valid to January 2 1901. Tickets sold to all points within 200 miles of selling station at the above rate.
Travel offer from E Stewart, agent, selling Dec 22 to 25 and Dec 31 and Jan 1 for return by Jan 1. First class service with quickest times, covering all points within 200 miles. Deals emphasize convenience and wide coverage.
Senator Lodge defends the Hay-Pauncefote amendments as necessary for US interests and peaceful world relations, not hostile to England or the secretary of state. He notes they do not violate neutrality or imply hostility and are aimed at easing the canal question amid negotiations with Britain. Wisconsin sheriffs organize in Milwaukee amid the Dec 22 report.
Omaha officials debate how to punish kidnapers of the Cudahy boy as Nebraska law only covers outbound abductions. Nebraska statute prescribes two to seven years for kidnapping carried outside the state, but cannot apply to a local abduction.
James Erichs custodian of the Frankfort courthouse meter boasts it can measure gas in the caverns and air in the heavens, registering up to 100000 feet in a day and 1,000,000 feet since November 26. Taxpayers fear high charges as commissioners consider removing the meter for coal use. In Detroit, J Sumner Rogers of the Michigan Military Academy will meet Chicago cadet parents at the Palmer House to discuss recent troubles, accusing Commandant Lowe and Principal Edwards of blame.
Houghton Michigan December 21 Mayor Croze orders all gambling houses shut leaving many sports seeking easy money elsewhere.
Elijah Bliss aged 80 a long time resident of Bloomington is dead at his home Leonard Bliss a noted local businessman and relative of the deceased mourns the loss of a prominent community member.
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