Indianapolis Times, Volume 38, Number 248, Indianapolis, Marion County, 21 January 1927 — Page 1

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VOLUME 37—NUMBER 248

SQUIBB RUM INQUIRY IS BROADENED Registered Package of Data for Times From U. S. Agent Opened. VIOLATION OF RULES Clerks Admit Contents Are Read in Postoffice. The peculiar mutiliation of a registered letter sent to The Times has disclosed the fact that there has ' been a secret Investigation of recent events in the local Federal Government by a special representative of the office of the attorney general of the United States. Among the peculiar incidents which have occupied national attention was the disappearance of the SBO,OOO worth of Squibb whisky from the Indianapolis Federal Bldg. For weeks there had been a special agent of the Department of Justice in Indianapolis investigating matters which have invited the attention of the attorney general of the United States. The manner of the disappearance of the Squibb whisky from the Fed eral Building at the time Linus P. Meredith was United States marshal for Indiana and its custodian, the subsequent sentencing of three Negro janitors to a few months in jail for the theft of $84,000 worth of this whisfcy, the open charge of the Indianapolis News that “higher ups" were involved, was one of these matters. Inquiry Into Inquiry The inquiry was admittedly an inquiry into inquiries. It was, apparently and patent, a desire on the part of the. Government to understand the workings of the Federal Government in this city. It involved more matters. Upon his arrival in this city the agent came to The Times with credentials and asked for any assistance that could be given. % He was furnished with a number of documents which had been gathered by fTlie Times during its investigation. The agent promised to return them when he had finished with them. The documents were sent back in :< registered letter from Philadelphia t rly this week.

Package Slit Open When they were delivered to The Times the package had been opened. The customary declaration that it had been received in bad order accompanied it. To employes of The Times the envelope had all the appearance of having been cut with a knife. When complaint was made to the postoffiCe an inquiry was started and these facts were disclosed: The letter arirved in Indianapolis in a so-called “jacket” with about thirty other pieces of mall. The first clerk who handled it called the attention of other clerks to the jacket Itself. There later appeared to be no unusual condition of the jacket to cause comment. Tho clerks state that the envelope addressed to The Times was open when removed from the jacket. They Read the Papers The two clerks who examined it, in violation of all rules provided for secrecy and safety, asked another clerk to take charge of it. This clerk took out the documents and called out that the papers rekited to Squibb whisky. Immediately another clerk took possession of the documents and walked to a window. This other ■Jerk, it is admitted, read the papers, in all violation of the rules. The clerk who made up the statement of the bad condition has been employed in the mail service for a number of years. He stated that this was the first time that he had been called upon by other clerks, whose duty it was to perform such a service. Rule Overlooked Instead of a certification by two employes as required by Government regulations, the delivery envelope bore but. one certification and this of a different clerk than the one who had made the examination. It is admitted that the contents of the documents became common knowledge and easily obtainable by those whom they concerned. The matter has been placed ln the hands of the local postal authorities* The Times has not been satisfied that the envelope was atcidentally mutilated. It was made of the strong fiber used by the Government. The envelope bore the name of a Government agent in the upper left hand corner as being the sender. That name has been known to local Federal authorities as having been here on an investigation. CONFESS; AWAIT TRIAL William Epeards, 18. of 303 S. State Ave., and Robert Roe, 19, of 305 S. State Ave., today awaited trial on burglary and grand larceny charges, following alleged confesilons that they burglarized a drug at 221 S. state Ave. Jan. 12. said he formerly worked in the itore and unlocked the roar door before the store closed. HOURLY TEMPERATURE 6 a. m 37 10 a. m 37 7 a. m 37 11 a. m 38 8 a- m 37 12 (noon) 40 9 a. m 37

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SEVEN MOTHERS MOURN LAKE’S VICTIM AS SON

Each Has Missing BoyIce Floe’s Captive Believed Dead.

Bu United Press CLEVELAND, Jan ven mothers mourned t< on they believed lost i aters of Lake Erie. Somewhere araon _-r----ous ice floes of th, mebody’s son’’ probably . yesterday. And until seven sons return to their homes, each mother will believe it was her boy who was the victim. Following a thorough check by police, it was learned that seven Cleveland boys were missing from their homes. Each of them had been seen shortly before a youth was observed clinging to a cake of ice which was swept out into the Jake. For more than twenty-four hours a search was conducted from land, water and air for the unfortunate youth. It was one of the most extensive efforts at rescue ever conducted for a single person in the history of local coast guards. When the search was finally abandoned last night and Lake Erie conceded another victim, official attention was given to nn attempt to identify the hapless youth. Then it was learned the seven boys were missing. Each of the missing, whose ages range from 10 to 18 years, were fond of skating and had been known to frequent that part of Lake Erie where It is believed the lost youth may have been trapped. The missing are: John Miller, 17; Edward Rodgers, 16; Lawrence Teed, 18; Stephen Wong, 10; Alfred Ilohus, 17; Tony Manos, 17; Leroy Hepner; 10.

Oil LAW BEGINS; TENSIONGROWING U. S.-Mexico Dispute Still Without Arbitration. Bu United Press WASHINGTON, Jan. 21.—With the new disputed Mexican alien land law, effective today, Increasing tension in L r nited States-Mexican relations over oil and Nicaragua, unofficial efforts for an arbitration settlement were renewed. Under Senator Borah, severe critic of the Administration’s present Central American policies, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee was to consider the Robinson resolution for arbitration of the Mexican dispute. Secretary of State Kellogg is studying the proposal, but so far has refused to commit himself to action. The Mexican government has not formally submitted the arbitration suggestion originally made by President Calles. President Coolidge's formal remarks on receiving the new Nicaraguan ambassador. Alejandro Cesar, has again focused attention on American military occupation of that country and the President’s earlier attack on alleged Mexicon gun running to Nicaraguan revolutionists. In his reception of Cesar he denied charges that this Government has imperialistic or patisan motives and pledged that American forces would not remain longer than necessary. Cesar thanked the President for this Government’s aid to President Diaz, leader of the Conservative faction, and for American friendship. ACCUSED FACES ORDEAL State to Cross-Examine Pastor Norris, Murder Defendant. Bu United Press AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 21.—Facing an ordeal of questioning by the sarcastic special " prosecutor, W. B. (Wild Bill) McLeap, the Rev. J. Frank Norris, Baptist pastor, resumed his testimony at today’s session of his trial on a charge of murdering Dexter E. Chipps, wealthy Ft. Worth lumberman, in the pastor’s church study last July 17. The pastor, who has suffered from a cold the last several days < seemed composed and confident as he prepared to tell the details of the shoot* ing of Chipps. Mrs. Norris sat with defense attorneys and kept her gaze on her husband. OPEN SHORTRIDGE BIDS $1,200,000 High School Contract Before Commissioners. Bids for construction of the new $1,200,000 Shortridge High School were to be opened today and referred to committees for anaylsis by the. School board at a special meeting. The board will consider the purchase of some real estate for grade schools.

NOTE INDICATES RIVER SUICIDE

Police were to drag White River near the Washington St. bridge this afternoon following finding of a bill fold on the bridge containing a note which indicated the owner had committed suicide. Dale Query, W. Washington St., found the bill fold and turned It over to Sergt. Clifford Richter. The note, addressed to Amy Viola Bridges, Mansflejd i Ohio, R. D., Box 6, care H. H. Board, and signed Milo Bridges, said:

WARD PLAN BILL MEETS OPPOSITION BULLETIN The bill will be reported favorably by the committee, Chairman Ella V. Gardner stated today. Although opposed to the measure, she believes it should be prinited, to allow the public to know its provisions. Naming George V. Coffin, Indianapolis political boss, as author of the measure, and branding It as an attempt of local politicians to exploit certain undesirable elements of the Indianapolis population, William D. Boyce, Jr., Indianapolis city clerk, Thursday afternoon appeared before the committee on Indianapolis affairs in opposition to House bill 70, proposig that Indianapolis revert to the ward system of electing its city council. House bill 70 provides that Indianapolis shall have a council of fifteen, one selected from each ward in the city. This bill was introduced into the House by the Marion County delegation. excepting Representatives Ella V. Gardner and Frank Borns, and had been submitted for action to the Committee on Indianapolis Affairs, composed of the Marion County delegation. Measure Rushed The measure had been rushed through the committee by the ten members sponsoring it, and an attempt made to recommend it to the House without public hearing or an opportunity for protest on the part of Indianapolis. Representative Gardner, chairman, refused to report the hill and called the hearing Thursday. "This is a return to the rottenest form of city government ever tried by American cities,’’ declared Boyce. “I knew about this measure two weeks ago,” he continued, “and I am surprised at the attempt made to rush it through this committee without hearing.” Mrs. Sickle Opposes Mrs. Alma Sickle, head of the civic committee of the Council of Women Voters, spoke against the measure. “The people of the city should know more about this bill and be given an oportunity for expressing themselves on the measure,” said Wilbur M. Payne, “and an opportunity should be given in an open hearing after proper publicity.” R. F. McNay, a Red Star movement leader, opposed the measiire. The lone advocate was Miss Jessie Levy, defeated candidate for the Legislature.

NAG SECOND MAN IN SUMBATTLE Car Identify Story Causes Arrest of Ferricane. Tony Ferricane, 28, of 3318 Brookside Blvd., is under arrest today under high bond, charged with transporting liquor and operating a blind tiger. It is the third arrest within twenty-four hours made by police in their investigation of the bootlegger gun battle at Pine St. and Lexington Ave. Nov. 24, when fifty shots were fired. The driver of a car laden with 200 gallons of alcohol was put to flight by four hi-jackers who took the cargo and escaped before police arrived after the liquor car was wrecked. According to Sergt. William Cox. Terance King, also known as John Anderson, 844 Vi Virginia Ave., and Miss Mabel Simon, who he arrested Wednesday night, charged that Ferricane. and not Anderson, was the owner of the booze car. Police say the car bore a certificate of title issued to Anderson, who explained this by saying that he worked for Ferricane and that Ferricane bought the auto in his name against his wishes. Cox said Ferricane refused to discuss the matter. ANOTHER LENGLEN Bu United Press CANNES, Jan. 21.—Hoping that she may develop into another Lenglen, Henri Cochet, young French tennis star, is training his 14-year-old sister on a private court at Lyons. Mile. licnglcn made her debut at tho age of 11.

“Dear Wife: I am sick, very sick, but I am going on to Chicago and will try to get word to you. If I don’t get any better I will drop my pocketbook on the street witli the back torn off, if I am real sick, so you will pray for me. Bye-bye, till I hear from you again. , P. S. If I don’t see you again, pray for my soul, dear, anyway. I am real sick, dear. Take care of my little baby boy. I will try to go on.” A card in the billfold said:

INDIANAPOLIS, FRIDAY, JAN. 21, 1927

HOTEL MAN j HEARD IN ALGER CASE Tells of Events Preliminary to Fatal Shooting of Patrolman. SPECTATORS JAM COURT Witness Rises to His Feet, Thunders Story. By Kldora Field Times Staff Corresurtndcnt DANVILLE. Jnd., Jun. 31.—The 1 dramatic story of how Gene Alger, 18, on trial for his life here, wildeyed from a chase and running gun duel IHth Indianapolis police burst into his hotel, preliminary to shooting down John J. Buchanan, Indianapoh.*- policeman, was told a jury in Circuit Court room today, by Edmond A. Beyers, proprietor of the Beyirs House, 225 N. Capitol Ave. Beyers told his stor yin a thundering voice, rising dramatically in his chair at times and illustrated how Alger flourished his gun. Alger had fled to the hotel after a | running duel through Indianapolis ' streets with Indianapolis police who had endeavored to apprehend him for an alleged attempt to steal an j auto. llis Story “On July 9." Beyers said. “I was using a vacuum cleaner in one of the rooms when I heard a crash of glass and a noise that sounded like the side of the building was comig in. I went out of the room into the hall toward the bathroom, from where the noise was coming. The defendant shot around the corner." Beyers arose to his feet. “He pointed a gun at me.” Beyers shouted. “And that gun looked to me like a cannon. I could see it was cocked. “He said: ‘Stick 'em up.’ “I said, ‘All right; all right.’ “ ‘Stick ’em up higher,’ he said.” ! Here Beyers illustrated, reaching for the ceiling. “Sure, I’ll stick ’.em up higher, anything you want.” Court adjourned for the lunch hour at this point. Beyers continued his story on resumption of court at 1:20. Mosbey Cross-Examined Court opened with the cross-ex-1 amination of John Mosbey, Negro j traffieman at Ohio St. and Capi-: tol Ave. Mosbey was the officer who took j Alger In custody after he had been apprehended by the owner of the! car he was alleged to have attempted j to steal. Mosbey took him to a tire j store at Ohio St. and Capitol Ave. to call the patrol. There Alger broke I away after firing several shots. Defense attorneys challenged his testimony that he fired into the air when Alger broke away, rather than fired at the fleeing youth. Self defense is the plea of the defense. The defense also was balked when it tried to make Mosbey tell what happened when he went to the city hospital where the Alger youth was taken after being wounded in the battle with police. Jesse Hadley, also a Negro. Mosbey’s partner, followed Mosbey on the stand. Hadley said he went into the tire store where Mosbey had taken Alger. Watch that Boy “Mosbey asked me for an arrest slip and said: “Watch that boy.” “I was standing close to the boy. Suddenly he said, ‘Stick ’em up’ and I was looking into a 38. I ducked behind a rack of tires, getting out my gun. When I rose up the boy was running out the door. “I said 'Halt.' Then I ran to the street door as the boy ran north. I fired one shot in his direction. Then Mosbey shot. The boy did not stop. I ran to a police box and called the emergency. “I lost track of the boy and next saw him near an alley between Indiana Ave. and Illinois St. I called again for him to halt and he turned and shot at me. I pointed my gun at him and fired.. Then I lost sight of him again. Ford First Witness Alvin E. Ford, horse thief detective, was the first State witness (Turn to Page 19) NABBED ON CHECK COUNT R. F. Williams, 28, Negro, 237 Alvord St., was arrested on charge of issuing fraudulent check by Motorcycleman William Miller, late Thursday, who said Williams attempted to pass a worthless check on the Leon Tailoring Company.

“To Whom May Find This: Do a bad man a favor. God bless you if you do. Finder please write to my wife and tell her you found this, because I will keep it until something happens.” The back of the bill fold was torn off. The note was written on cheap paper, but was correctly spelled. Police believe the body of the writer will be found in the river. They wrote to the woman at Mansfield.

A HERO GOES TO HIS REWARD

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Above: Memmebrs of the Order of DeMola.v standing at attention as the body of Barton Bradley, 18, of 2935 Bellefontaine St., who was drowned while trying to save Hadley Hull, 8, of 850 X. Pennsylvania St. from death in Fall Creek last Sunday, was borne from the Tabernacle Presbyterian Church Thursday afternoon. Below: Schoolmates o£ Hadley Hull front School 2, who took flowers to the boy’s funeral at McNeeley & Sons chapel.

GIRL’S LOVER DIES IN FEAR OF HIS STORY ROOK RIVALS

GILLIGM, HODGES ' ARGUE ON SUIT I Heated Discussion on Waterway Litigation. 'Attorney General Arthur L. GilHorn again mixed with the Indiana Senate Thursday afternoon when he appeared before Judiciary A committee against a resolution of Senator William F. Hodges. Gary. The resolution asked that Indiana withdraw from the Wlseonsin-Chlcago waterway suit, now pending in the United States Supreme Court. Indiana had joined Wisconsin in bringing suit against Illinois and the Chicago drainage district for “stealing water from Lake Michigan and lowering its level by the Chicago drainage canal.” Hodges contends that the interest of the Calumet region lies with Chicago, rather than Wisconsin, and his resolution was to instruct the attorney general to withdraw from the suit. Gililom contended that the loss of water from Lake Michigan would be disastrous for the State at large, and that was why the issue had bec-n joined in a “friendly suit.” After the clash. Hodges admitted that he thought the committee would favor Gilliom’s viewpoint, but a split report may result. Should the battle be brought to the Senate floor, Hodges will be supported by other Senators from the lake region. —— V. Cold Wave Expected Will Not Be Severe - Lower temperatures in prospect oyer the week-end for Indianapolis and other sections of Indiana will not assume cold wave proportions, the local United States weather I bureau said today. Colder than 10 above zero is the bureau's requirement for an "official” cold wave. Rain and snow tonight, much colder Saturday Is forecast. Freezing of slush on pity streets and country roads is expected. City street clearing forces have been busy the past few days endeavoring to find outlets for water in the wake of the thawing snow and ice. The cold is approaching from Canada and is expected to affect the en- ; tire Middle West section. MAN IS SHOT; MAY DIE Claims Wife Fired at Him While Visiting a Friend. Wallace Schuler. 29, Negro. 304 N. Senate Ave., is near death today at city hospital, where he was taken after being shot above the heart. He told police that his estranged wife, Ada Schuler, 307 Toledo St., fired at him while visiting a friend at 404‘4 Indiana Ave. Mrs. Schuler is hel<U under SIO,OOO bond. She denies her husband’s accusations.

Outside of Marion County 12 Cents Per Week. Single CoDies

She Used Pretty Names of Fiction Heroes to Stir Jealousy.

Bu United Press | MARSHALLTOWN, la.. Jan. 21. j Out of a weird drama of youthful adoration there came today the tragic story of pretty Veda Bellefuell. a school girl who wanted to be “loved like heroines are loved in story books.” and who, in an attempt to bring about realization of her wish, perpetrated a hoax which caused the death of her lover, Charles L. Elrod. A few months ago the couple met. They fell in love and Veda admits she "wanted Charles more than anything else in the world.’’ The youth was outspoken in his love. Then the girl read some story books. They were books that told how to win and keep affection. The simple little country girl believed and began to scheme how to find out whether the man really | loved. She planned to learn if he j would be jealous of her. “I had to have some names,” she said, “so 1 took some nice ] ones, out of books—‘Dexter Orton’ and ‘Keith Clayton.' Then I began to write letters to Charley. I signed them by these names and in them I told of affection for me. I made it appear that those imaginary characters were in love with me. “They had their effect. Charles was aroused. He told me he wanted me more than anything and then he put a diamond ring on my finger to prove it. I was happy, but I kept writing the letters. Finally Charles said if he couldn’t have me, why couldn't we' commit suicide together. Then he began to talk about ‘cashing in’ alone." Tho scene shifts to the finding of Elrod's body in his hotel room. Beside him lay a letter. "I was poisoned tonight.” it said. “Maybe my rivals did it.” Then the letter went on to absolve Veda of any blame, buthastened to add If “she had anything to do with it, I forgive her before God.” A coroner’s jury was unable to decide how Elrod met his death—whtther by murder or by suicide. The girl testified of her love and the hoax she started, but gave little testimony that would aid In solvng the case. WAGES INDUSTRY FUND Secretary of State Favors Loans to Small Companies. A fund should be established ln Indianapolis permitting a program of small loans to small industries coming into Indianapolis, declared Frederick E. Schortemeier, secretary of State, who spoke on “A Program for the Citizens of Indianapolis and Indiana,” before' the Indianapolis Real Es:ate Board, Thursday, at the Chamber of Commerce.

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AW OEMS Os LEEHOLD-UP Florida Police Asked if They Want Rowe. Bu Times Special FRANKLIN, Ind., Jan. 31.—Deputy Sheriff Carl Losey today awaited a telegram from Jacksonville, Fla., as to whether police there want William Rowe, 28, of Indianapolis, in connection with the holdup there of a filling station, during which Ralph Lee, notorious Indiana jail breaker, was wounded. Rowe was returned to the jail here Thursday, where he escaped with Lee and Thomas Snedegar of Greenwood, New Year's eve. He admitted to Losey that he and Lee walked to Indianapolis after their escape, stole the auto of John S. Cox, 1884 Mansfield Ave., and drove to Miami, Fla. Rowe ,at first said he and \.ee parted at Wayeross, Ga. Lee cannot live, Jacksonville authorities wired Losey. They said it was useless to bring him back for a second trial on murder charges in : connection with the fatal hold-up of | Abner Peak, Speedway Ave., grocer. GIVEN BOMBING PLANE Nicaraguan Government Anns Conservative Forces. Bu United Press MANAGUA, Jan. 21. —Conservative soldiers today were varmed against their Liberal enemies with bombs and a bombing plane recently purchased by the government. Barlome Viquez, commanding Conservative troops at Telica, reported to the government that the Liberals were dispersing because of lack of provisions. Another offer of mediation has been - received, this time from the government at Guatemala, The Conservative president, Diaz, refused. MINISTER IS INJURED Many Hurt When Struck by Autos— Nab One as Drunk Driver. Wililam Hixon, 57, of 524 W. Washington St., was brought to the city hospital Thursday night in a serious condition after he was struck by a machine at 4300 Madison Ave. The Rev. James Parson, 4210 Otterbein St., was injured when struck by a machine driven by Justin Walsh, 2917 E. New York St., while walking in Madison Rd., south of the city. Carl' Koons, 221 Sanders St., and George Bailey, Twenty-Second St. and Arlington Ave., were arrested on charges of drunkenness and driving while under the influence of liquor, after their cars figured in automobile accidents.

Forecast Probably snow, preceded by rain tonight and Saturday; much colder; lowest temperature tonight 15 to 20.

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2 BANDITS GET $5,500 PAYROLL Stock Yards Bank Messenger Is Robbed on Street Car. THREE SUSPECTS HELD Robber Leaps Off Trolley to Waiting Auto. An armed bandit robbed Paul Tolan, 18, of 830 Bates St., Union Stockyards Livestock Bank messenger, of $5,500 in cash and several clearing house checks at 10 a. m. today on a Stock Yards street car. The bandit, who was riding on the rear of the car, overpowered the , messenger and grabbed the money bag as the car stopped at a railroad crossing at Morris and Dakota Sts. “Give me that satchel,” the bandit commanded, pulling out a gun as the conductor left the front end of the car at the crossing. Car Speeds Away The bandit leaped off and was picked up by a companion who drove alongside the street car and sped away. One of three mar held for questioning generally answered the description of the bandit, police said. Police believed the bandits had trailed the youth from the Fletcher American National Bank and the Indiana National Bank to the street car or were tipped off that he was to make the trip this moi-ning. It was not the regular day for getting money for stock yards pay rolls, bank officials stated.

WOMAN BRUTALLY BEATEN BT MEN Tells Police of Attacks by Pair in Automobile. Two men who brutally attacked Mrs. Viola Moore, 41. of 831 E. Maryland St., early today, were sought by police. Mrs. Moore told police she was standing at Liberty and Washington Sts., when an automobile was stopped at the curb. A man leaped out, and dragged her into the car. The two men took her to a lonely spot on Southeastern Ave., attacked her, drove about a while, attacked her again, beat her and started to take her money. She said she managed to throw $3 out of a window of the car and the men only got some loose change. The men finally shoved her out of the car near her home, she said. She pointed out a house whero one of the men stopped on the way back to town. SURRENDER TO MEXICO Taqui Indians in State of Sonora Quit After Long Siege. Bu United Press MEXICO CITY, Jan. 21.—Besieged and surrounded by a superior force of Federal troops, Yaqul Indians, who have been in rebellion in Sonora, unconditionally surrendered to the Mexican government last night. The surrender, which ended a siege of four months and involved at times as many as 15,000 Federal soldiers, will, enable the government to concentrate its troops in Jalisco, scene of the most violent rebel demonstrations, and other States where insurrectionist’s movements are persisting. DISCUSSES ADVERTISING Detroit Newspaper Official Gives Talk on Display Contents. Improved literary and art qualities | in newspaper advertising to displace the catalog type of display was argued Thursday by Lee A. White of ■tlie Detroit News, in an address before the Advertising Club at the Spink-Arms. “The Memory of Banjamin Franklin, Father of Our Craft,” was eulogized in a rising toast led by Julian Wetzel. BALLOTS FOR RECOUNT Truckloads Reach Capital for VareWilson Contest. Bu United Press WASHINGTON, Jan. 21.—The last batch of ballots from Philadelphia, impounded by the Senate for the Vare-Wilson Pennsylvania contest, were arriving here today. They came by truckload. Five trucks arrived yesterday, packed to the top with ballot boxes and registration books. Others came ln today. INVITATION EXTENDED An invitation to address the Indiana State Senate Tuesday was extended to Prof. Timothy Smiddy, minister at Washington of the Irish Free State, by a resolution introduced by Senator Edward O'Rourke (Rep.), Allen County. Professor Smiddy will address a meeting at the Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce ois Monday evening. *