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INSANITY MAY BE PLEA OF $lO SLAYERS Temporary Derangement Is Hinted as Defense in Pastor’s Death. ROE CLAIMS INNOCENCE Slain Man Unbalanced, Says Wabash Doctor; Widow’s Plans Unknown. Possibility that a defense of insanity or temporary mental derangement, brought on by emotional stress, may be made on behalf of defendants in the sordid $lO murder of the Rev. Gaylord V. Saunders, was seen by officials today. Hint that such a defense may be presented was given by friends of Theodore Mathers, embalming student, and roommate on the slain man, charged with firing the shot that killed the former pastor, and Masil Roe, business college student, who admitted driving the death car. Mr. Saunders, student at an embalming school here since last September, and who preached his last sermon at the Wabash Street M. E. church in Wabash on Jan. 28, was found shot to death in his car at Fortieth and Meridian streets early Friday morning. Purported confessions by the widow. Roe and Mathers, blamed the tragedy on fear that Mr. Saunders might carry out alleged threats to kill his family. Unnatural Attachments Hinted The alleged confessions and conversations between police and the defendants hinted at an amazingly sordid chapter of unnatural attachments and resultant jealousy. Friends of Mathers said he had been ill for more than a year and had been morose. They said he shot himself in the ribs last August with a .22-caliber rifle, the bullet glancing on a rib and inflicting only a superficial wound, and that there was question at the time if the incident was accidental. Peculiar actions on the part of Roe were cited, by his friends. Attorney Harry’ L. Fisher, Brazil, who has been retained as Roe’s attorney, indicated a not guilty plea. Merle N. A. Walker, who with Victor R. Jose Jr., has been retained for Mrs. Saunders, accused of plotting the murder, declined to comment on possible line of defense. Tried Suicide Twice I don’t believe in trying such cases in the newspapers, and I think there probably has been too much publicity about the case already,” Mr. Walker said. He added that thus far, he and Mr. Jose had confined their efforts to taking care of civil matters for Mrs. Saunders and had not had time to consider the criminal charge procedure. Information that Mr. Saunders twice had attempted to commit suicide in the last year and that he had been suspected of insanity, has been received by police. Dr. L. B. Rhamy, a reputable physician in Wabash, said that on the night of Jan. 19, Mr. Saunders attempted to commit suicide byholding his head under the water while bathing, and fought strenuously when Mrs. Saunders and Mrs. Mabel Balke. also held in connection with the murder plot, rescued him. The physician is reported to have said Mrs. Saunders, in telling lunj of the incident, talked of killing Mr. Saunders, either by poisoning or shooting him, but that he sought to dissuade her. The next day, according to the physician, he began insanity proceedings. and offered Mr. Saunders the alternative of going to a private sanatorium in Indianapolis, or being locked up by the sheriff.

$15,000 Insurance Probed A Wabash pastor, Mrs. Saunders and Mr. Saunders’ brother, the Rev. Eldridge Saunders. Uniondale, were present, it was said, but when Mr. Saunders objected, Mrs. Saunders, and then the brother, weakened, because of publicity which would attend a sanity inquest. Friends of the Saunders in Wabash said Mr. Saunders had insurance policies totaling about $15,000. and this angle is being given atteutiion by police in their Jivestigation. Detectives yesterday determined, from conversations with Roe ana Mathers that the slaying early Friday took place probably near the canal on Central avenue or Washington boulevard Dr. John E. Wyttenbach. deputy coroner, today said that although specimens of various organs of Mr. Saunders' body have been taken and proposed cremation delayed, no tests have been made. He denied reports that important information had been obtained from tests. Times Index Page. Bridge 5 Broun 11 Classified 15, 16 Comics 17 Crossword Puzzle 8 Curious World 1" Editorial 12 Financial 8 Hickman—Theaters il Lippmann 8 Our Gang—A Series 11 Pegler 11 Radio 3 Sports 14, 15 State News 6 Unknown Blond 17 War Pictures 2. 13 Woman's Pages 4, 5

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Edouard Daladier By T'nitrd Press PARIS. Feb. 6. —While fist fighting broke out in the chamber of deputies and 15.000 police guarded Paris streets against threatened rioting, the government of Premier Edouard Daladier was given a vote of confidence today by the chamber. The vote was 300 to 217. Daladier is expected to seek a further vote on the cabinet’s declaration of policy, including the promise of a thorough airing of the Stavisky banking scandal, which caused the disorder.

COUNCIL KILLS TAXICAB BILLS Maximum Rates Ordinance Is Defeated: Charity Law Is Passed. Efforts of certain taxicab interests to boost rates were thwarted last night by the city council when the minimum rates ordiance was killed. In a public hearing on the proposed ordinance, representatives of the Hoosier Cab the Union Cab Companies declared that a boost in rates at this time would hinder business and demoralize the service. A representattive of the Red Cab Company spoke in favor of passing the ordinance. Harry W. Fuller, representative of the Hoosier Cab Company declared that the present low rates have made it possible for more people to ride in cabs and that an elimination of downtown cruising has been brought about. * Edward Strather told the councilmen that the Union Cab Company, of which he is one of the owners, had called in their drivers for an expression of opinion on the proposed ordinance and all were in favor of the present low rates. Strather said that the drivers felt an increase in prices at this time would mean a decrease in revenue. An ordinance regulating and licensing public charities was passed by the council. Asa means of controlling spurious charities promotions, the ordinance bans all types of canvassing unless a license has been granted and the charity cause investigated by a nonsalaried committee of nine citizens. Established organizations which have no paid workers, however, are exempt from the requirements. The council also killed an ordinance providing for a reduction in taxicab drivers’ license fees from $2 to 25 cents.

Courts No Longer Can Punish Dry Violators

Thousands in Jail See Hope in New Ruling of Highest Tribunal. By United Pert* WASHINGTON, Feb. 6.—The shadow of impending jail was lifted from a small army of alleged bootleggers whose cases jam the dockets of federal courts throughout the country today as the result of a supreme court ruling which held the courts may no longer punish dry law violators. At the same time another army imprisoned in jails in all parts of the country saw a ray of hope for early pardon. Attorney-General Homer S. Cummings has said he will expedite the pardon requests of casual offenders with right of way for the little fellow. Little hope of freedom was entertained for the racketeer and *'big time" bootlegger. The authorities plan to let them serve their sentences. It was felt, however, that in view of the supreme court action a habeas corpus writ \\ould soon be applied for by some prisoners in an effort to test the authority of the government to punish for violation of a law repudiated by the people. The court did not pass on this question yesterday. It noted the point was not before it. Estimates of those affected ranged from 14.000 by Solicitor General Biggs down to 9,000 by Cummings. Dry law violators in jail make up half the population of the federal

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NEW ELECTRIC RATES GO INTO EFFECT TODAY 8.3 Per Cent Cut Becomes Operative in City and Suburbs. U. S. MAY AID SURVEY Appraisal of Light Company Property Will Start Next Week. j Anew schedule of electric rates • was in effect throughout Indianapolis and its suburbs today as an order from the public service commission directing cuts in household light rates of 8.3 per cent was promulgated. Simultaneously, it was learned that the federal power commission at Washington was studying the request of Sherman Minton for an appraisal of the property of the Indianapolis Power and Light Company and probably would make a decision today or tomorrow. It seemed likely, from reports to The Times from Washington, that the federal power commission at least will offer to aid in a distribution cost study in Indianapolis, which might include not only electric light and power, but the distribution systems of other utilities in the city. Meanwhile, according to Dudley Smith, publicity director for the public service commission, negotiations have been begun for an appraisal and inventory of the light company by an independent firm of engineers. Actual appraisal of the property w’ill be started next week, it w’as learned.

Formal Hearing Planned Officials of the public service commission made it clear that the engineers engaged by the light company will work with members of the engineering department of the public service commission in making the appraisal upon which fair and permanent rates are expected to be established. The appraisal is expected to take about six months. An inventory, which also will be checked by representatives of the public service commission is considered by utility experts to be the ■most ardudus part of the appraisal work. Following the complete appraisal and inventory of the company’s property, a formal rate hearing will be held which will establish fair and permanent valuation and rates. Sherman Minton, public counselor before the public service commission, whose efforts in behalf of lower rates resulted in the petition to show cause why rates should not be reduced in Indianapolis, expressed displeasure with certain elements in the city obviously determined to undermine the efforts of the public service commission. Raps Dissatisfied Element “The new schedule of rates put in effect today—while only temporary—nevertheless leaves the way open to fair and permanent rates for Indianapolis consumers,” said Mr. Minton. “I feel that the public service commission has made a forward step. The new rate schedule benefits every consumer in the city. The fight has only begun. When we complete the appraisal we will establish rates, I am confident, which wall bring permanent relief to Indianapolis electric consumers.” Mr. Minton praised The Times for its militant fight for lower rates.

prisons and. counting those in local jails, total 8,000. Elimination of these two groups from consideration by the federal government was greeted by officials. The United States courts, embarrassed throughout prohibition by the nondescript type of defendants that gave their courtrooms and corridors a ‘ police court” atmosphere, \yere believed to welcome the disappearance of this type of offender. The court ruling which in effect quashed all pending prohibition prosecutions whether awaiting trial or on appeal was rendered in the case of Claude Chambers and Byrum Gibson, accused of violating the Volstead act in North Carolina. The day after repeal became effective they challenged the right of the federal courts to try them. 1

LOS ANGELES. Feb. 6.—A "madman,” wh® walked into a radio station and slashed two victims, one fatally, with a huge jack knife while screams were carried into the microphone. stammered out a weird story of "putting blue rings around the moon" today as he awaited a sanity hearing. A radio cooking class was in session when Clarence L. Walters, 41, went berserk in an adjoining room and before he could be quelled Edwin Wolverton, 21, of Grand Junction, Colo., lay dying, and Warren Fehlman, 40, financial writer for the Wall Street Journal, was wounded.

‘Madman’ Goes Berserk in Radio Station, Stabs Two, One Fatally, As Screams Are Carried Into Microphone

INDIANAPOLIS, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1934

Thank You, Mr. Groninger

The Indianapolis Times. Dear Sirs: The expose by your paper of certain matters connected with the public service of electricity in Indianapolis has borne fruit: and as a result, the company proposed a “voluntary” cut in rates. Electric consumers ow r e you a vote of thanks for the courageous fight made. Vou presented facts, based upon an investigation of records made by the company itself, that must have struck home. It required nerve to make this kind of fight. But, thank heavens, w-e still have men who think straight and shoot as they think. For many years, certain public utilities in Indiana and other states have had their own way. Through political machinations with both Republicans and Democrats, they have been able to control state governmental agencies designed for their control. They have gotten everything they wanted from legislatures; dominated public service commissions, and won favorable court decisions, because of faulty and half-baked commission orders. It seems that about the only means left to prevent exploitation of public utility patrons is a free press; and this “voluntary” cut in electric rates is a real testimonial to the - power of the press to bring to its knees rapacious public utility management. Indianapolis should be thankful that The Indianapolis Times is good enough to spend its money in making investigations of matters of such public concern and then giving the public the benefit of such investigations. Public utilities are favored creatures of our law. They are given their right to exist by the state; they are discharging a public function; they are granted rights and privileges not enjoyed by those in the fields of competition, and their business is clothed with a monopoly privilege. Being engaged in public business, their business is affected with a public interest. Therefore, the public is entitled to the fullest knowledge possible of the utility’s conduct of its affairs. Not only that, but when men invest their money in a business dedicated to public service, and have their business clothed with a monopoly privilege, they should be content with a reasonable profit on their investment. As the law now stands, under the decision in Smyth v. Ames, the utility is entitled to a “fair

Senate Studies Bill to Halt Utilities Delaying Rate Cuts in Federal Courts

FAMED ‘DUBOIS DEW’ IS GOING TO HAVE LEGAL COMPETITION That well-known brand of prohibition liquor knowai as “Dubois Dew” is going to have some legimate post-repeal competition, it appeared today. Incorporation papers of the Dubois County Distillery, Inc., have been filed with Secretary of State Frank Mayr, Jr. • One of tfea incorjporat >rs. is Cyril W. Ackerrri J an, Jasper, the prerepeal headquarters for that famous bootleg brand. Others are Edward P. Doll, Burrell Dorsey, Albert H. Winter and Hugh B. Mitchell, all of Indianapolis.

PRESIDENT TO PUSH WAR DEBTS ISSUE Determined to Put Matter Before Congress. By United Press WASHINGTON, Feb. 6.—President Roosevelt is unswervi g in his determination to place the explosive war debt situation before this session of congress, it was reported authoritatively today. Mr. Roosevelt’s views and suggestions will be embodied in a special message. What the highlights will be remain a mystery. Under no circumstances, however, it was insisted, would he even hint at cancellation or a heavy downward revision of the figures that are mounting daily through the accumulation of unpaid interest charges. LEGION TO SPONSOR PATRIOTIC CAMPAIGN Augmented National Defenses Goal of Nation-Wide Drive. American Legion will devote ten days to a national defense sponsorship drive Feb. 12 to 22, it was announced today by Edward A. Hayes, national commander. The legion auxiliary will join the movement by conducting patriotic meetings in schools, colleges, civic clubs and churches. The purpose of the drive is to urge congress to provide a strong navy and an army with civilian components and training as recommended by the war department. Hourly Temperatures 6a. m 26 10 a. m 30 7a. m 27 11 a. m 30 Ba. m 26 12 (noon).. 32 9 a. m 27 1 p. m 35

‘•I went to the studio to show them how to put blue rings around the moon,” Walters declared in the psychopathic ward of General hospital. "If I stabbed a boy he must have got in my way ” Mr. Wolverton was wounded as he wrestled with his assailant. The latter’s knife pierced his skull, to the brain. He died in Georgia Street Receiving hospital within a few minutes. Mr. Fehlman, who also sought to overpower Walters, was slashed on the head, but his wounds were not considered serious. According to Miss Grace Kane, a!

return” on the “?air value” of its property, used in the public service. What is a fair return? What is fair value? Aye, there's the rub. These two matters are the big bones of contention in every rate case. Millions of dollars have been expended throughout the country on appraisal engineers and experts in search for fair value and fair return; and years of delay have resulted from investigations for such value and return. One rate case in Chicago was started in June, 1916, and the commission order was written in November, 1920. The city of Chicago in its search for fair value and fair rate of return expended $569,000 and used three and one-half tons of paper in making field notes, exhibits, etc., while the company expended $1,462,000. Is not this about the acme of governmental stupidity? Two competent accountants, within six to eight weeks, could have examined the company’s books and records and disclosed every dollar honestly invested in the property and determined the cost of money to the company in the operation of its business. Maybe, some day, the supreme court of the United States will remove the “wild uncertainties” of the Smyth v. Ames rule by adopting Mr. Justice Brandeis’ proposal of making prudent investment the rate base and the cost of the money in operating the business the measure of the rate of return. Maybe, some day, the voters of the various states will rise up in their wrath and demand that state officials run state governments in the public interest, instead of privat; interests. Maybe, some day, politicians will learn that the purpose of state government is the general welfare of the citizens of the state, instead of the upbuilding of a few private fortunes. Until this is done, the press of this country' can render a great service to the utility patrons by protesting against “writing up” values; “overstating” depreciation; “padding” operating expenses, and by fighting for a “reasonable” rate of return. On behalf of myself and thousands of others “similarly situated,” I thank you for making this fight, and congratulate you on again demonstrating the power for good that may be wielded by a fearless free press. TAYLOR E. GRONINGER, Former Corporation Counsel.

Passage Predicted for Act Backed by Johnson and Norris. By United Press WASHINGTON, Feb. 6. Two rugged senate independents, Hiram Johnson of California, and George W. Norris of Nebraska have given such a powerful shove to a bill aimed at great public utility corporations that its passage was predicted by some as it neared a vote in the senate today. tefenator Johnson is the author of the bill and Senator Norris wrote the judiciary committee report favoring its enactment. The bill would prevent utility companies from fighting the decisions of state utility commissions In federal district courts. The practice in the past has led to long delays in making rates effective and in some cases nullifying rate decisions entirely. “A delay of justice very often is an absolute denial of justice,” Senator Norris said in his report. Bar Association Opposes At the time it came to the floor of the senate after its long delay while being opposed by the American Bar Association and the large corporations, the supreme court in the same wing of the Capitol was furnishing an illustration of the delays frequently encountered in public utility rate cases. The court took under advisement for a decision at some future date the appeal of the Illinois Bell Telephone Company from an order of the Illinpis state utility commission. The commission’s order was rendered in 1923, nearly eleven years ago, and it has been tied up in the courts since then. At the time the appeal was started through the courts it was held that income from rates in excess of the prescribed rates should be held in escrow, for return to the consumers if the commission were upheld. Since 1923 this sum has grown to $17,000,000, money that would have remained in the pockets of the public if the commission’s rate had been put into effect. The sum represents the accumulated difference between the commission rate and the rate charged by the utility. Public Pays Twice Speaking of the dull expense incurred by the public in utility cases, Senator Norris said: ‘•The people not only pay the bill of the power company but they pay the expense of the defense to which their state authorities are put in defending the action of the state boards. The people pay one side by increased local taxation; they pay the other side by increased prices for electricity, gas, water and telephone rates. It all comes out of the people. It is remarkable that they have patiently submitted for so many years to this unjust tribute.”

secretary in the artists’ bureau of the station, Walters approached her desk and after mumbling a few incoherent words, whipped out his knife. He shouted: “By G , I’m going to get a job here!” The girl fled in terror as Mr. Wolverton. appearing for an audition, entered the office. Walters turned on him. There was a brief struggle before Mr. Wolverton fell. Mr. Fehlman, entering a moment later, was attacked. His coat was cut to ribbons before Walters, breaking free, dashed down the hall, screaming.

FIND INSULL ABLE TO TRAVEL; MAY GO TO DENMARK

By United Press ATHENS, Feb. 6—Samuel Insull’s unwelcome visit to Greece, where he has found refuge from American extradition proceedings, neared its end today as two government physicians declared him able to travel. Insull was understood to be seeking to charter a ship for Denmark, where he hoped to find anew sanctuary from the United States government’s effort to return him for trial in connection with the collapse of his vast utilities companies.

FAIRBANKS NAMED IN LONDON DIVORCE Movie Star Rushes to See His Lawyer. By United Press LONDON, Feb. 6.—Papers in the divorce suit of Lord Ashley, were served today on Lady Ashley and Douglas Fairbanks Sr., who is named as co-respondent. London society and the public were in a fever of interest over the action involving the famous movie star and the beautiful peeress, formerly Sylvia Hawkes, musical comedy actress. Mr. Fairbanks is accused of misconduct with Lady Ashley. After being served with the papers, both Lady Ashley and Mr. Fairbanks hurried to their solicitors for long conferences. 20,000 FORD WORKERS ARE GIVEN WAGE HIKE 10 Per Cent Pay Increases Announced for Detroit Area. By United Press DETROIT. Feb. 6.—Henry Ford has raised the wages of 20,000 of his production workers in the Detroit area, as another step toward resuming the minimum $6 daily wage he formerly paid, Ford officials disclosed here today. The increases average approximately 10 per cent. Military School Head Dead By United Press BOONVILLE, Mo.. Feb. 6.—Thousands of alumni of Kemper military school today mourned the death of Colonel Thomas Alexander Johnston, 85, president of the school for many years. Colonel Johnston died yesterday at his home here.

He accosted C. E. Wylie, station manager, in the corridor. Mr. Wylie struck him a glancing blow with his fist. Walters fell and before he could regain his feet, other studio attaches overpowered him. The pandemonium penetrated the audience from where Van Dyke was broadcasting cooking lessons in the presence of 150 other women. A panic was averted by attendants barring the door. Walters renewed his struggles when several police officers carried him to a patrol wagon. Hours later he quieted under restoratives and blurted out an incoherent story.

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U. S. AGENTS JOIN SWEEPING SENATE AIRMAIL EXPOSE Sensational Findings Indicate Probe May Be More Shocking Than 1924 Teapot Dome Oil Scandal. CRIMINAL PROSECUTION CONSIDERED Former ‘Little Cabinet’ Officer, Three Airline Officials Await Hearing; Former Postmaster-General Flayed. By United Press WASHINGTON, Feb. 6.—Department of Justice agents were moving quietly today toward a sweeping investigation of Hoover administration airmail contract dealings which may shock the nation more than the famous Teapot Dome oil scandal of 1924. The United Press learned from a reliable source that criminal prosecution was being considered by the department as a result of sensational findings cf the special senate airmail committee.

STATE SENATOR MAHONEY DEAD Taken at North Side Home After Illness of Several Months. State Senator Michael M. Mahoney died today at his home, 2129 North Meridian street, after an illness of several months. His wife, Mrs. Nell Mahoney, died on Jan. 25. Last rites have not been arranged. Born at North Vernon, Ind., Oct.

Mr. Mahoney

active presiding officer of Indianapolis lodge No. 17, and in 1907 was named treasurer of the lodge. He served at this post until his death. His wife also was active in the Moose order. Mr. Mahoney served as district supervisor of the Moose up to his death. He was employed as local supervisor for the Metropolitan Life Insurance company and was organizer for the Majestic Life Insurance Company. Democrats named to the senate at the last election. He was a member of SS. Peter and Paul cathedral. Surviving is the daughter, Mrs. Joseph Beck, and two grandchildren.

DERN ORDERS WAR PURCHASES PROBE Sweeping Inquiry to Be Made by U. S. Agents. By United Press WASHINGTON, Feb. 6—Secretary of War George H. Dern disclosed this afternoon he had authorized a sweeping investigation by the department of justice into all phases of the war department’s commercial activities, both purchases of supplies and sales of surplus materials. Mr. Dern’s announcement came as District Attorney Garnett began presenting evidence to a grand jury on certain phases of alleged irregularities. An order barring Joseph Silverman from doing further business with the war department was the first public step in this investigation,” Mr. Dern said. DR. WYNEKOOP TRIAL TO START ON FEB. 19 Second Hearing to Be Held Before Judge Harry Miller. By United Press CHICAGO, Feb. 6.—The second trial of Dr. Alice Lindsay Wynekoop on charges of murdering her daugh-ter-in-law Rheta, wa sset set today for Feb. 19 before Judge Harry B. Miller of the criminal court. PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT RETURNS TO OFFICE Nation’s Executive Throws Off Cold; Back at Work. By United Press WASHINGTON, Feb. 6.—President Roosevelt, fully recovered from the cold that kept him away from his desk in the White House yesterday, went back to work today as usual.

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“Our investigation is comparable, if not greater than the Teapot Dome inquiry,” said Senator Pat McCarran (Dem., Nev.), a member of the committee. “I predict that before we get through the results of our investigation will have greater affect than those of the oil scandals.” ' Meanwhile, a former “little cabinet” officer under Herbert Hoover and three officials of major airline companies awaited a hearing Friday on charges of contempt of the United States senate. They were William P. MacCracken Jr., former assistant secretary of commerce for aeronautics, Harris M. Hanshue, president of Western Air Express; Gilbert Givvin, Mr. Hanshue’s secretary, and Colonel L. H. Brittin, vice-president of Northwest Airways. Secret agents of the justice department’s criminal investigation,bureau have been engaged in intensive study of testimony taken by the senate committee. It was understood the scope of their inquiry would depend largely upon thf outcome of the contempt proceeding. Never before has the senate acted as quickly in ordering contempt citations as it did yesterday when Senator Hugo Black <Dem., Ala.), chairman of the investigating committee, stated his case against Mr. MacCracken and the airline officers. Senator Black charged that the four men were involved in removal and destruction of correspondence, which had been placed under a senate subpena in Mr. MacCracken’* law offices. Black Charges Fraud Senators and representatives occupied all available seats in the chamber and spectators crowded the public galleries while the southern Democrat directed a bitter attack upon former Postmaster-General Walter F. Brown and Republican administration of federal mail contract awards. Mr. MacCracken and his attorney, Frank J. Hogan, sat in the first row of a reserved gallery and held whispered conferences as Senator Black denounced Mr. | Brown’s policies. Contract awards were made "cOllusively, fraudulently and upon a rotten foundation,” Senator Black shouted. He charged that Mr. Brown violated the law by owning stock in companies having an interest in air lines. The senate will devote its entire session Friday to the MacCracken case. Counsel for the four defendants will be permitted to deliver arguments and submit briefs. On the other hand, every senator will become a judge for the day, having the privilege of asking any number of questions. In the event the senate should find the four men guilty of contempt and turn the matter over to the United States attorney, punishment in the courts might be fixed at imprisonment of from one to twelve months and a fine of from SIOO to SI,OOO. Coast Official Testifies William E. Boeing, Pacific coast airplane manufacturer, told the senate committee today that he realized potential profits of $8,905,464 in 1928 from an original investment of $259. He said he bought 4,319 shares of Boeing Air Transport Company stock in 1927 for 6 cents a share. He traded those units for 54,972 shares in the United Aircraft and Transport Corporation. The United stock opened on the exchange in December, 1928, at $97 per share. Chairman Hugo Black of the committee said the total investment in the Boeing company was $750. The company obtained a mail contract from the postoffice department in 1930, and made net profits in the year amounting to $1,448,306. Black said the $750 company declared a $2,402,234 stock dividend and a $367,000 cash dividend the same year. “Not a single "dollar ever went into that company to increase it* assets,” Senator Black said, "except that money which was received from the postoffice department.”

5, 1868, Mr. Mahoney came to Indianapolis and became identified as one of the pioneers in the Loyal Order of the Moose. He was associated with Senator James J. Davis, Pennsylvania, in organizing the order. Mr. Mahoney brought the lodge’s membership to over 30,000 in Indiana. He w r as the first