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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1911
Page
7
Edward Hines of Hines Lumber appears as a subpoenaed witness in the Dietz murder trial. Dietz calls for Hines to reveal reasons for doubting government agents motives, while defense exposes a gun expert and private detectives as part of a dramatic courtroom shift.
Harrisburg May 11 five men suffocated in the Delaware and Hudson mine near the city as a fire broke out in a rock mining section last night. Rescue parties entered the mine amid dense smoke, saving several workers while others were overcome. The fire continued to rage but was expected to be controlled shortly.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ordered a comprehensive inquiry into alleged unreasonable freight rates on wool hides and pelts from western Oregon points to eastern destinations. The probe will cover wool hides and pelts rates nationwide and was initiated in Washington on May 11.
Columbus May 11 The detectives who prompted indictments of Ohio assemblymen on bribery charges faced sharp charges in the Senate as L R Andrews of Lawrence County a fellow indicted senator accused the grand jury of acting on tips from paid criminals He said a detective once jailed avoided further punishment by becoming a witness and the attorney general refused to hear his evidence Andrews would not disclose his informant Last night the Senate whitewash commission was formed with Senator Todd as chair and Senator Doster secretary amid bitter exchanges over the bribery probe and resignations refused by Greens Krause Nichols resisted apologies
Denver reports a derailed Denver and Rio Grande line west of Leadville with one dead and three injured. Mrs. Kate Martin of Albany N Y was found in water in a touring car vestibule. Rails broke after the engine and baggage cars passed, sending the day coach and tourist cars down a steep embankment into the Eagle River.
Des Moines reports the Iowa Supreme Court ruled it worth at least $1,000 to be hounded from a phone office. Dr. St Peter seeks damages from Town Telephone. jury pegged $2,000, but court reduces to $1,000, affirming the lower court judgment.
Springfield AL May 14 Attorney John Healy who represented Helm committees in the Tilden hearing before Judge Petit in Chicago in a report to the senate today points out two plans for further procedure One can appeal to appellate or supreme court but under this procedure the higher court could pass upon the judgment of cause leaving the merits of the matter undecided The other way directs a review by a writ of error which in the opinion of Attorney Healy should be from the supreme court Says Petit s Conclusion Erroneous Attorney Healy s report reviews proceedings in the Chicago court and says Trig my opinion from an investigation of the legal and other questions involved that the conclusions reached by Judge Petit are erroneous and that he was without lawful authority to discharge the petitioner from the custody of the respondent If it shall be your decision to appeal from the order of Judge Petit it is my opinion that such an appeal should be by a writ of error from the supreme court Witnesses May be Prosecuted In this connection it may be proper to call your attention to the fact that under the statute witnesses refusing to appear or to produce papers may be prosecuted.
Mason City Iowa May 11 two persons killed and four injured two seriously in a remarkable accident on the Chicago St Paul Minneapolis and Omaha railroad near Lyons Neb The dead are Mrs A L Crate of Lyons Neb and her son John Craig
Charles C. Garnett a former St. Louis paper manufacturer shot himself in Riverside Park New York early today. He had arrived nine weeks ago and suffered poor health spending much of the last two years traveling. Garnett had been with Garnett & Allen Paper Co of St Louis, sold his stake to George D. Allen Paper Co which later faced involuntary bankruptcy. Frank B. Coleman trustee said suit to recover 150000 of the assets was being prepared.
Three hundred workers at the Automatic Button company factory in Muscatine walked out amid fears of a renewed general strike. The workers allege discrimination against a woman employee as labor leaders Van Duyn and Vanneck try to mediate a settlement, following a peace pact brokered by Governor Carroll.
Des Moines May 11 The Business Men's Temperance association of Iowa moves toward permanence with John H. Taft Cedar Rapids as president and W R Jameson Waterloo as vice president. Temporary officers likely to be made permanent include T H Simmons Cedar Rapids secretary and W J Pilkington Des Moines treasurer.
The Waterloo weekly bank clearings for the week ending May 11 totaled 1,336,291.76, with daily figures listed and higher than the prior year’s 1,059,801.91. Realty transfers show 52 deeds totaling 71,766 and mortgages 41 totaling 79,222.25, plus chattel mortgages and releases, with total instruments to date 2,783 and a year‑ago comparison down 157.
About 400 business men from across the state gather for the state convention of Iown manufacturers in Burlington. Mayor Cross welcomes delegates as officials say Keokuk is a strong bidder for the 1913 convention and hopes for a waterway dam project.
Rome reports the Vatican announced on May 11 that the Right Rev. J. H. Phien, chancellor of the Wichita Kansas diocese, has been appointed bishop of Lincoln Nebraska, succeeding the late Right Rev. Thos B. Oracum.
San Francisco May 11. A settlement of the Panama rate troubles caused by rate cuts by the Pacific mail and American Hawaiian Steamship company against the California and Atlantic line operated by Yates and Chesebrough has been effected by federal authorities. George A. Stewart cashier State Savings bank Clarksville W W Walker cashier Iowa Savings bank Estherville and Jim Career of the Shell Rock Banking company were transacting business in Waterloo today.
Berlin on May 11 Herr Werke Muller an aviation pupil died when his aeroplane struck a building concealed by thick mist.
In Mexico City May 11 diplomats visited the U S embassy to discuss protection for aliens. Juarez faced rebel pressure with hundreds marching toward General Rabago. Diaz demands include exact retirement date and cabinet posts. Orozco blocks El Paso crossers. Madero Navarra toured town. fear of disease prompts burials. U S weighs trade restraints as Steever reports quiet aftermath.
Washington May 11 the fight over the richest coal land in the world was moved to the Supreme Court as the government docketed an appeal from the lower federal court. Judge Hanford quashed the indictment, ruling the coal land laws including Alaska did not state an offense. The appeal will test the law under which Birgeer coal lands may be entered and sold.
E G Larann of Fort Dodge Iowa, a pioneer capitalist and widower, surprised family and friends by marrying Mrs C Adella Griffin of Fort Dodge in Oklahoma City. The couple travel to New York and sail May 26 for London Norway Hammerfest and the Land of the Midnight Sun.
New York May 11 Mrs Emma F Sully wife of Daniel J Sully denied on the witness stand that she borrowed 20000 from Peter H Carr in 1904 after Sully's cotton corner collapse She testified the money was loaned to him not to her He said a two minute delay reading the notice of his suspension on the cotton exchange cost him 1176000 If read earlier he would have paid his creditors and been ok
A high grade article at moderate price highlights Maxwell models from 1911 and a 22 horse power four passenger, plus a 4 cylinder runabout. Maxwell cars praised for simple oiling, cooling, and light weight with strong construction. Cedar Valley Garage on Sycamore Street invites prospective buyers to view the line. A separate Spokane federal court case convicts mining broker C. E. Mitchell of mail fraud. Calvin Truntley, junior at East High, shows improvement at Maple Street home.
George M. Steward George A. Ball and Charles G. Frost, linked to the Chicago and Milwaukee Electric Railway scheme, appeared before Judge K M Landis to answer conspiracy charges to defraud the government of over 10 million in Alaska mining claims. Pleas to quash were filed for all except Hall who may plead Monday. Defense cites government prejudice from compelled document production.
Washington May 11 Republican leaders of the regular and progressive factions clashed in a vote to choose a president pro tem after Senator Frye resigned. On the first ballot Gailinger led with 42 votes while Bacon received 5 Clapp 4 Bristow 1 and Tilden 1, no choice reached.
Washington May 11 The house not in session and the senate not meeting until 2 pm left Congress slow. Unfinished business centers on direct election of senators pushed by Senator Borah. When the house resumes tomorrow it will submit committee reports on territories recommending statehood for Arizona and New Mexico after territorial votes. Adjournment till Monday planned with statehood to be taken up Tuesday.
Members of the W C A board convened a busy afternoon session in the secretary’s office with strong attendance. Committee reports praised cafeteria turnout and planned weekly socials through September and a cottage trip at the park during Chautauqua. Next Monday a Cedar Falls speaker will discuss Geneva and a Minneapolis guest will illustrate a noted outing site.
Mrs. Elizabeth Hartley of Buffalo, 60, fought to end her life at Niagara Falls yesterday. Constable Thomas Harrington saved her from the brink using a pike pole as currents dragged her away. She was brought to hospital where doctors say she cannot live. A letter on the riverbank claimed she should not be treated as demented. The note mentions parole from a state hospital and recent work in a private position amid signs of mental trouble.
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