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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1928
Page
12
In a jury of eight men and four women it took 45 minutes to find William Edward Hickman sane at two critical moments of life involving the Uitule Marion Parker kidnapping and her murder. The judge indicated a death sentence is likely, with a ruling to be pronounced tomorrow. Appeals and new trials loom beyond the verdict.
Washington February 10 The LaFollette resolution upping the White House term limit to eight years sparked a high tension session in the Senate as a Democratic-Insurgent coalition pressed for a record on third terms. Senators Reed and Fess traded sharp remarks over Coolidge’s stance and possible 1932 or 1990s runs, while Bingham and others hinted that Coolidge might be targeted by opponents through the present debate.
Jay J. Pruess of Des Moines married Miss Lenora Conner, an employee of the U S marshals office, at the home of Oscar A. de la Gardie northwest chief of narcotic agents who acted as minister. Ten narcotic agents attended as guests and the couple became Mr and Mrs Ray J Pruess.
Milwaukee Wisconsin February 10. Herrice Albert 19 Siren Wisconsin announces she is willing to give up romantic dreams and marry any man for 6000 dollars to insure comfort for her aging parents both past seventy. The unusual bid reflects the parents dire finances and her readiness to act.
Plan for a $350,000 bond issue to fund a charge terminal in Moline Illinois moves to a special election on March 14. The proposal, discussed in city halls, seeks to finance construction and related facilities with public funding.
Iowa Engineering Society adopts resolutions praising state health department studies on stream pollution and calls to continue and expand them. They back Governor Harmail for a special session on a primary road bond and prefer state over county bonds. The group also approves flood studies, topographical maps for flood control, and nominates Herbert Hoover for president. Continued on page two, column one.
Managua reports Gen Agustino Sandino, rebel leader, writes to Matagalpa authorities offering to meet Marines in the hills around Matagalpa. He denounces Marine bombing in Nueva Segovia and claims 300 to 600 rebels remain ready. He warns blood could flow if engaged.
Los Angeles February 10 jury of eight men and four women finds William Edward Hickman sane and thus accountable for the kidnaping murder and mutilation of Marion Parker. Judge J J Trabucco will pronounce sentence tomorrow with the fate of the 19 year old undecided between death and life in prison. The verdict follows a swift 36 minute deliberation and the judge signals possible use of the trial transcript to fix guilt extent amid debate over insanity law.
The former Maharajah of Indore has reportedly sidestepped Hindu sect objections to his marriage to Miss Nancy Ann Miller of Seattle. Hindu leaders plan a ceremony in Poona with initiation for Miss Miller to Hinduism, followed by the marriage, awaiting no further hitch.
Indianapolis Indiana February 10 the jury selection for Gov Ed Jackson on conspiracy charges quickened as ten talesmen were tentatively accepted in under two hours. Peremptory challenges trimmed both sides lists leaving four for the state and six for the defense as prospects for a full panel remained uncertain.
Kansas City, Feb 10. A verdict late yesterday awarded Edwin Christman 11,00 damages for a school whipping on May 19, 1826. His parents sued Miss Mary Hicknitz, the teacher, for 15,000 claiming the child could not work an arithmetic problem. A motion for a new trial was to be made today.
George Sheridan recalls a World War II incident near Exammes France where his anti aircraft detachment sheltered by a village well a bomber warning led to a near miss. He notes a nearby bomb crash within minutes, with no casualties.
The Courier should be delivered at your home before 5 30 o clock. If due to carrier error or other cause you do not receive your paper by that time call 5100 and a copy will be sent. Phone calls must reach this office before 6 50 p m.
The La Salle county court heard a surprise defense move in the matricide case against Harry Fill of Streator. The state requested a brief recess and then called Coroner L. D. Howe as a rebuttal witness, quashing rumors that Harry Hill would testify.
Waterloo fire loss prompts calls to reassess roofing materials and insurance rates as local insurers push fire prevention measures. In Des Moines, the Iowa Farm Bureau federation board plans a statement to clarify that its endorsement of a statewide 100 million bond issue was misinterpreted and not a reversal of earlier anti-bond resolutions.
Havana reports a temporary break in a Pan American union matter as a subcommittee resumes discussion on the first articles of the proposed convention while leaving the disputed preamble to Dr Honorio Pueyrredon head of Argentina’s delegation for later decision.
Washington officials welcomed a historic event the first radio telephone communication between Berlin and Washington at 10 am. Chancellor Marx spoke with Under-Secretary Olds, expressing hope the new service will deepen amicable U S German ties. Olds predicted stronger cordial relations and mutual understanding between the peoples. Ambassador Schuman in Berlin and Dr Von Prittwitz in Washington conveyed the exchange to the German minister of Posts.
WASHINGTON Feb 10 Wayne O Neil son of James E O Neil missing Teapot Dome witness fled to Europe The Teapot Dome committee was advised by U S marshal J D Moore at Brooklyn The committee seeks young O Neil as witness He allegedly delivered 800 000 in bonds to Prairie Oil Gas Co tied to the Continental Oil deal He acted as go between for his father and delivered bonds to aid restitution plans
Milwaukee, Feb 1. Two Milwaukee girls 15 and 20 attempted suicide by poison in a death pact. Alice Bewersdorf, 15, died from the poison. Bertha Tlaaten, 20, a hotel maid, was in critical condition. Alice was the hotel owners’ daughter.
Chicagoan Altha Theodore Johnson, 25, returned from Europe to join the Art Institute of Chicago annual show. Of seven paintings offered, five were accepted and two won prizes totaling 700. He had studied at the institute.
An explosion at an oil refinery absorption plant at Thirty second and Atlantic streets within Long Beach caused a fire, injuring one man and destroying four oil derricks. Loss estimated at $100000.
A Toronto Star dispatch from Wimmins Ontario reports 35 miners trapped in the Hollinger mine by a fire in the lower levels. Poor bodies had been recovered as details trickle in from the scene. The message reflects ongoing rescue efforts and mounting tragedy.
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