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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1910
Page
7
Springfield reports State Senator D W Holstlaw of Iuka Marion county Democrat confessed taking 2500 to vote for Lorimer. He said John Broderick paid the sum after the vote and later gave 700 as his share. Indictments followed against Broderick Pemberton Holstlaw and Representative Clark with 5000 each bond.
The confession names A B Johnston Otto M Freier and Stanton C Pemberton as part of a conspiracy to award a legislative furniture contract to the highest bidder for 1500. Holstlaw testified before a grand jury and to State's Attorney Burke before immunity was granted. Indictments are being prepared.
Springfield May 30 State Senator D W Holstlaw confessed to bribery to State's Attorney Burke over the William Lorimer U S Senate election. He says he voted for Lorimer after receiving 2500 dollars from John Broderick in a Chicago saloon and 700 dollars with no explanation plus a promised 1500 for the furniture contract.
Washington May 20 Senator Lorimer’s defense in the United States senate failed to convince peers that his election was clean. News that another state senator confessed to bribery followed his speech, shocking the chamber and likely accelerating demands for a full investigation at the earliest opportunity.
Governor Len Small Deneen responds to Senator Lorimer remarks in a public speech. He rejects the claims tied to Lorimer's statements, defending administration policy and urging unity. The address emphasizes integrity in politics and constitutional duties ahead of upcoming sessions.
Springfield May 20 Governor Deneen released a statement recounting his role in the Illinois Senate fight. He rejects Lorimer charges of collusion with the Chicago Tribune and explains the deadlock and caucus efforts aimed at selecting a senator.
The speaker criticizes Senator Lorimer and denies any act of bribery in his election. He notes months of deadlock and mentions friends warned against voting for Lorimer, despite possible Republican support that could aid Democrats. He questions the relevance of the statements to the bribery charge at hand.
A deadly trolley collision near Leona Heights injures many and leaves one dead nine miles from Oakland. A Sunday school outing aboard one car leads to severe injuries including women losing legs. Edith Dingle, a bride-to-be, is among the badly hurt.
London reports that the National Federation of Meat Traders Association warns butchers and retailers will raise prices because both home grown and imported meats are in short supply. Officials say there is no sign of cheaper meat soon as supply sources are seriously depleted.
In Ottumwa on May 30 two women aged 73 and 50, Mrs. Ann Quinlan and Mrs. Kate Doud, were struck and killed by a Burlington train as they attempted to cross the street. The report notes a dangerous crossing and marks the victims. A second item describes a Chinese courtship custom in Huay Ninghsien where youths carry boxes to choose brides leading to arranged matches.
Chicago market notes hogs receipts 15 000 with bids 9.55 to 9.60 for choice heavy, 9.50 to 9.55 for heavy packing, cattle receipts 1 500 with steers 8.00 to 6.50, heifers 6.00 to 6.75, lambs 8.00 to 8.75. Buffalo reports cattle 160 cars slow, hogs 70 cars very heavy around 9.55 to 10.00, sheep and lambs strong for best lambs.
Indianapolis crowds witness Harroun survive a tire explosion and crash as Barney Oldfield in a 200 horsepower Benz breaks the national and speedway kilo metre records. Harroun wins 200 mile trophy amid celebration and safety concerns.
Kalamazoo Michigan May 31 United States Senator Julius C Burrows announced his candidacy for re election through the Burrows club of the city and county He urged indorsement by popular vote at the primaries next fall His remarks praised Tafts conservative yet progressive tendencies and backed the 1908 Republican platform advocating tariffs a strong navy international arbitration a merchant marine an adequate currency and banking system and regulation of interstate commerce to protect shippers carriers and the people alike.
The forecast says showers in the southern portion today with fair skies elsewhere. Tomorrow should be warmer and largely dry across the region.
Mary Louise Pratt nine year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Albert Pratt of East Washington died yesterday morning from cerebrospinal meningitis. Funeral service held this afternoon at two conducted by Rev W R Sawhill with interment in Elm Grove cemetery. Born February 24 1901 in this city she spent most of her short life here. The community extends sympathy to the grieving family.
A Perthshire town reports a housewife discovering a mouse embedded in the heart of a loaf during dinner preparation. It is believed the rodent mixed with dough after set and remained hidden until baking, entering the oven unseen.
A Goldsboro reader shares that Cardui cured her of heart around pain and head trouble after other treatments failed. The notice urges women with feminine ailments to take Cardui and to request the Doctors advisory pamphlet from the Chattanooga Medicine Co.
Commander Julius A Pratt Post No 143 UL G A R reports long standing backache and kidney pain improving after two months of Foley Kidney Pills. The testimonial notes relief from painful bladder misery and plans to recommend the remedy to friends and comrades. McBhiney Drug Co.
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