Hammond Times, Volume 1, Number 264, Hammond, Lake County, 26 April 1907 — Page 1

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ELOPEJ AUTO Ethlin Cassidy and John McCoy Decide to Wed When Car is Finished. MACHINE MIS OVER With Clothes Torn and Covered With Mud the Young Couple Are Married at Crown Point. An automobile romance and elopement, enlivened by brushes with down country Indiana constables, accidents, and other unique features, and kept secret for a fortnight, was disclosed in South Chicago last evening. Then it became known that Miss Ethelyn Cassidy of Woodlawn and John McCoy, 234 Ninety-Second street, South Chicago had been wedded In Crown Point, Ind., just two weeks ago. Mrs. McCcy is but IS years of age and her husband has only recently achieved his majority. It was because of their ages that relatives objected .to the marriage. The young man is an expert autoist and during the past winter and spring when not filling the capacious leather chair at Miss Cassldy's llreplace, was constructing and assembling an automobile in hW private workshop at South Chicago. Away back during the winter, when the nights were coldest, McCoy and his fiance agreed that they would be married the day the machine was completed, regardless of the objections of relatives. Two weeks ago the looked for day arrived and McCoy telephoned Miss Cassidy that all was ready, and, in cidentally, that the new auto was a "bird." Not even stopping to make sure that her hat was on straignt. Miss Cassidy hurried from her aunt's home in Woodlawn and took the first Illinois Central train for South Chicago. At Nlne-"y-Socond street McCoy, was waiting. Bitting proudly in his big car, the work of his own hands. With sunshine and fine going, the run to Ilam'nond, Ind., was simply a dream-JJuf at Hammond the elopers were -rudely wakened, for It was discovered that marriage licenses were no longer issued there. The nose of the big car was then pointed toward Crown Point, and for a short time all went well. Suddenly the most unexpectedly something happened to the steering gear. There followed a whir, a roar, and a flop, and before they realized what had happened McCoy and Miss Cassidy found themselves seated on the ground wiping the mud from their eyes and staring at the machine, which had turned turtle and was lying at the bottom of a sixteen foot gulley. Neither was injured, and love In this case turned Its attention from locksmiths and laughed at torn and bedraggled clothes. A farmer with a team of horses whs found, a stout rope was tied about the car, and it was hauled from the ditch and repaired. "Within half an hour the elopers were again on the road. United Thrice by Constables. As it was growing late, McCoy pushed his speed levers up to the top notch. Then followed a succession of exploits. Three times farmer constables stopped the car because of Infractions of the speed laws. Each time, after Miss Cassidy had explained the cause for haste, the pair was allowed to proceed on its way. It was nearly dark when the two arrived in Crown Point, but they were determined to wed that day, as they had first planned. The prospective bride and groom found the license clerk at bis home, pulled him Into the machine witli them, and within half an hour were receiving the congratulations of the witnesses to the unique ceremony. Despite torn and muddy garments, tousled hair, and occasional smears of grease on faces and hands, the newly wedded pair proceeded to the nearest hotel to celebrate with a marriage feast for two. POLICE SEEK TWO MISSING ONES. Fred Helta of Gary lias Mysteriously Disappeared and llehael Sent of the Standard Steel Ditto. The aid of the police of this city is ought by anxious relatives of Fred Beltz of Gary, and Michael Sent, employed by the Standard Steel Car works. The case of Beltz is pathetic, as his wife Is in feeble health and poor circumstances. He disappeared from his home about four weeks ago and has not been seen or heard from since that time. He is 29 years of age, five feet seven inches In height, and weighs about 160 pounds. Sent was last seen about April 20, when he left his place of employment. He had in his pocket about $33 and it Is feared that he might have been the victim of foul play. He is 35 years of age, five feet, six inches, weight about ISO pounds and Is of light complexion with light moustache. SINGLE BLESSEDNESS FOR HIM. Teter Silas, the local bootblack, whose martial experiences were told In yesterday's issue of The Times, stated today that he is not looking for a wife and that he really did not Intend to get Into th,e limelight. In the future he will attend to his business and leave the gentle sex alone.

FIGHT BETWEEN TWO JOHHRIZICHES Cousins of the Same Name Quarrel One Stabs Other May Die.

A stabbing affray that may prove fatal occurred In Whiting last night when Jphn Krizlch was slashed and stabbed several times In the body by his cousin whose name is also John Krizlch. John Krizlch No. 2. gave a birthday party last night at the home of his friend Paul Gaulbonich on 121st street, in honor of his 22nd birthday and invited several of his friends to attend. During the forepare of the evening everything was lovely but later on about 11 o'clock, Krizlch No. 1 and No. 2 became engaged in an argument over who was making the most money and during the argument Krizlch No. 2 pulled out a long dagger and started slashing right and left towards his cousin. In this he was assisted by his friend George Lukazieh who never falld getting in a few punches on Krizlch No. 1 when an opening was offorded. After stabbing Krizlch several times the two fellows concluded It was about time for them to get away so they rnade their escape through a side door. Arrest AsNallantH. A physician was first summoned to dress the wounds of the remaining Krizlch and then the police were notified and Officer Backus was detailed by the Chief to go out and look for the two would be murderers. After searching for half an hour he located his men and arrested them taking them to the jail where they are now confined, as no one could be secured to go on their ball. The men will have a hearing before Judge Jones at Whiting tomorrow. Krizlch No. 1 was brougt to Hammond this morning and was placed in St. Margaret's hospital where he lies in a critical condition and it is not believed that he will survive the fierce cuts that were indicted through his neck and shoulders. There were several witnesses present who say that the attack was entirely uncalled for. The injured man Is employed as foreman at the Candle works of the Standard Oil company. WILL BURTON GET LIFE? Newsboy Who Assaulted Editor Goes on Trial Tomorrow. The case of Lewis Burton a newsboy, charged witli assault and battery upon the person of Percy A. Parry is scheduled to come up before Judge McMahon in the city court tomorrow. What might otherwise be regarded as an ordinary street brawl has been given extraordinary importance by the attitude of the newspaper to which the complainant is attached in an editorial capacity, which paper chooses to regard the incident as an attack upon itself by the Lake County Times. If the paper with which Mr. Parry is connected wishes to fasten the responsibility for the street brawl upon the Lake Couxtt Times, of course that is its affair. That the Lake County Times disclaims any connection with the Incident and deeply deplores it is not expected to take any tucks or flounces out of the robe of martyrdom which the paper with which Mr. Parry is connected pleases to assume. The mere fact that an attacne of the Lake County Times was Instrumental in saving the boy from a night in Jail after Mr. Parry had caused his arrest is sufficient warrant for the paper with which Mr. Parry Is connected to hold the Lake County Times and its staff responsible for the alleged assault upon Mr. Tarry. Times Files Disclaimer. An accredited representative of the Lake County Times called upon Col. Le Grand T. Meyer, Mr. Parry's attorney, yesterday to register a disclaimer of responsibility for the street brawl which apparently resulted in damage to Mr. Parry's person and feelings, also to deplore the incident and express the sympathy of this paper if such sympathy would be accepted In the spirit in which it was offered. It was also declared that the Lake County Times had no guarrel, physical or professional. with Mr. Parry or any of his fellow editors. A "Casus Belli. It was hardly expected that these protestations and tentative apologies would prevent the street brawl being considered a casus belli, but the acredited representative of the Lake County Times left the presence of Col. Meyer with a clear conscience and satisfied that he had done his full duty in the premises. An attempt may ' be made tomorrow in the face of all protest to prove that Mr. Parry was set upon by a parcel of hired assassins and that he was borne down by weight of numbers. The simple fact In the case as dspassionately gathered and now dispassionately printed is that Mr. Parry waged a los lng argument with a solitary newsboy, the head and front of whose offending was that he hailed from Chicago and peddled the Lake County Times. Further than that, the Lake County Times had nothing at all to do and has nothing at all to say.

CONTEST NOW

VAXES 11 Candidates for Jamestown Exposition Trip Begin to Get Excited. MANY POOL ISSOES In Some Instances Girls Enter Race In Teams of Two and Three. The Lake County Times Jamestown exposition contest is now on In dead earnest and the many candidates In the various districts are already beginning to feel the excitement of the race. A trip positively free to the beauty spots of Virginia has appealed to the young ladies all over the district covered by this paper, and the candidates and their friends are more interested than ever in the project. It was hardly expected that there would be so many candidates at this stage ol the game, as many young women prefer to see a contest like this started before announcing their candidacy, and so it is expected that with in the next few weeks the number of contestants will be doubled in nearly all of the districts. In several Instances young girl friends have gone into the race to gether, with the idea of working hard to win and then taking the trip together. This is a very satisfactory plan, as It is then possible for the successful candidates to take the trip together and enjoy the companionship of some intimate friend during the whole trip. This Is the Plan. For Instance, Miss Mary Blank and Miss May Blank might think that it would be much more pleasant if they could make the trip together. They would enter their names as candidates and both solicit the help of their friends to secure the votes necessary to win. As the secured votes are cast they would, be equally divided between the two and both candidates would agree to stand or fall, according to their Joint ability to get votes. When the contest closes if the two young women have enough votes to win they may rejoice in the prospect of taking the trip; if they fail they can console each other. It is feasible to have as many as three girls' agree upon this plan, and if a party should be so fortunate as to win out, they would doubtless have a time never to be forgotten. In the following list of candidates It will be noted that in several cases it appeard that there were no votes cast for them. In this respect the list is mtaieacung, ior m a great many cases votes have been cast Tor the respective candidates whose names appear, but they have not yet been brought or sent to this office. This is especially true of the outlying districts where it is harder to communicate with the office than in Hammond. Still Early in June. Then, too, it is rather early to expect the votes to be cast in very large numbers. There are some of the candidates who will not show their hands for several weeks, but who are quietly working to secure a lead before the others are up to what is being done. The success of the contest is, however, already assured, and along about the middle of the summer there will be twelve of the happiest young ladies in this end of the states of Indiana and Illinois who will be bidding their friends goodby as they leave on The Lake County Times special for Norfolk, Va., and all the interesting and beautiful places enroute. The first list of candidates, according to their districts, is published below: District Xo. 1. Xora Reilley, stenographer Judge McMahon 12,500 Callle Johnson, telephone opera tor, Simplex 9,250 3,000 2,500 Louise Siebert, Hammond Bak ing company Anna Kruse, clerk, Ruhstadt's.. Edna E. Tieche, clerk Lion store. 1,250 Ela Michael, 537 Sibley street, stenographer , Ada Johnson. 144 Sibley Martha Belau, 121 Charlott avenue Elsa T. Heineman, clerk in candy store, 252 State street District Xo. 2. Nellie Hannephin, Whiting Ola Van Camp, Whiting Nellie McEniff, Whiting, supply store Irene Carringer, 36 New York avenue, Whiting Anna Munisburg, grocery store, Robertsdale Katherine Bader, Robertsdale... District Xo. 3. Gertrude Cole, East Chicago Jennie Greene, East Chicago 1,250 1,000 4.250 6,25 1,250 1,250 1,000 1,250 7,950 6.250 Grace Moss, East Chicago 3,000 Edith Evans, East Chicago.. 2,500 Erma Marden, East Chicago..' Pearl Foraker, East Chicago.... Indiana Harbor, District Xo. 3. Felicia Ortner, Indiana Harbor.. 4,500 Helen Gabrin, postmistress, Commonwealth avenue 4,000 Clara Szymaski 1.000 District Xo. 4. -Mayme Marlett, clerk in treas1 Continued on page 4, column 2.)

WILL TRY OFFICIALS FOR E1ELEBEN17 Four Former Clerks of United States Supreme Court are in Trouble.

(Special to Lake County Times). Indianapolis, April 26. Unless four sums of money, ranging from $2,500 to almost $4,000, are paid to Ed V. Fltzpatrlck, clerk of the supreme court, by midnight Saturday night, he will, on Monday morning notify the attorney general in an open letter that four of the former clerks of the court "are alleged to owe these four sums, and await his action in trying to enforce the collection of these notes. The four men affected. Including one estate, are Alexander Bess, who is alleged to owe $3,852,21; Andrew M. Sweeney, former president of the State Life Insurance company, who Is alleged to owe $3,6S7.4l; William T. Noble, the amount being $2,460.91, and the estate of Simon P. Sheerin, the amount being $3,676.19. These amounts are sums that are alleged to be due sheriffs and clerks over the state for fees that the above four supreme court cleiks collected, and! which were never paid to the out county clerks and sheriffs, owing to the fact that they never made a demand for these fees. They are sums made up of fees that the supreme court clerks collected, acting for the county officers. The county officers in question, for one reason or another, never made claim for these fees, and the supreme court clerks are alleged to have retained them. . Collection I'nder New I -aw. The attempt on the part of the state to enforce the collection of these fees is made, or will be made, under a law passed by the last legislature to compel the former clerks to turn over to the state those fees which these state officers collected, and which the local officers to whom they were due, never called for. The law gave them sixty days within which to make this payment. The act that was passed became a law Feb. 26, 1907, by reason of an emergency clause, and the sixty days will be up at midnight Saturday night. Hence the demand that will be made next Monday" morning. None of the four mentioned above have made awy move towards payjn&the" amounts ; that the- state will try to get. Robert C. Brown, the clerk who preceded Ed Fltzpatrlck, paid over something like $6,000 just before he left his office. He was not only willing to do this, but he is said to have been responsible for the law that was Just passed. The other four have made no move, however, and it is understood they will fight the collection of these moneys. Some one of the men will be used for a test case, probably, and if the state wins that, then not only will suit be instituted against the other three, but many other clerks back of the four named above. LIGHT" BEGINS TO LOOK BLACK Dive Keepers License Bonds Turned Down in West Hammond. The semi-monthly meeting of the West Hammond village board was held last night at the village hall, all members being present and everything passed off smoothly. Attorney S. K. Markman was present and asked If the board had taken any action on his communication asking why the dives were allowed to run. He was infromed that his communication had been thrown in the waste basket and that no further attention would be paid to it. Fiftteen saloon and dive keepers were present and filed their bonds for new licenses, which, if are granted, will be done May 2, but the board for reasons that they are keeping to themselves refused to take any action on them and the matter was held over until the next meeting which will be held next Thursday night. Although the members of the board refuse to say whether or not they received word from Chicago, advising them against taking action on the bonds, this is generally believed to be the case. One of the members of the new board says that nearly all of the trus tees realizing what harm the dives are doing, are in favor of ousting them, and it is now generally believed that they are willing to work with the state's attorney in the matter. HERE'S A CHANCE TO WORK FOR UNCLE SAM. A competitive civil service examina tion will be held May IS in order that a vacancy in the Hammond postoffice may be filled. The salary for the posl tion is $600 first year, $S00 second year, and yearly Increase up to and includ ing $1,000. Application blanks and information with respect to date of closing, receipt of applications and character of examination may be secured from Albert Maack, secretary civil service board Hammond, Ind., postofSce.

RE THE FACE Three Hundred Representative Citizens Listen to Banquet Prophecies. ONWARD" THE WORD Federal Day Goes Out in Blaze Oratory Event Last Night Brilliant Success. of . The banquet last evening given in honor of the dedication of Hammond's magnificent new federal building was one of th most dignified affairs that it has been the pleasure of the business and professional men of this city to participate in. On the wall to the rear of the speakers table upon a background of smilax In large white floral letters was the word 'Onward" indicalng not only the spirit that has moved the business men of this region to such splendid accomplishments but also prophetic of the outbursts of enthusiasm that greeted the eloquence of the speakers as they talked of the past, the present and the future of the Calumet region. It was plain that the subject was near to the hearts of every one of the 300 guests who gathered together from the four corners of this great industrial center and talked together of the achievements of the past and inspired each other with prophesies of the future. GueHts Are Seated. It was 8 o'clock before the guests, who had been met by the reception committee and escorted to their places at the tables, were all seated and the first course was served. In an hour the tables had been cleared and as the smoke from scores of cigars filled the air, Dr. W. F. Howatt arose and Intro duced Mayor Lawrence Becker who made the address of welcome. Mr. Becker was the first to Indulge In prophesies and It seemed as though all of he speakers who followed him took the cue and vied with each other in painting word pictures of the.splen dor of the Hammond of tomorrow. The Mayor told of the low taxes, the cheap water, the good governrnent and the fine police protection that Ham mond has and then declared that Hamwas in a class with such cities as South Bend and Terre Haute. One sig nificant statement he made was that Hammond is now spending three quar ters of a million dollars annually for improvements and that these expendl tures would probably reach a million dollars in another year. Crumpacker Speaks. Congressman Edgar D. Crumpacker whose subject was "Our Country" was the next speaker Introduced and re ceived the ovation of the evening While Mayor Becker would only prop hesy that Hammond and Its neighboring cities might some day extend to Michigan City on the east and four miles south of the lake shore, Mr. Crumpacker said he believed some day there would be one continuous municipality as far east as Michigan City, as far south as the Kankakee river, a mile high and as far down as the people cared to go. He then paid a glowing tribute to Congressman Mann and referred to him as the best congressman the 10th district ever had. Mr. Crumpacker said that the Importance of the Calumet re gion might be appreciated when it was known that of 11 bills of local import ance passed by the recent congress for the 10th district, 7 applied to Lake county and the Calumet region alone. Upon the toastmaster's suggestion a cheer was given for Architect J. T. Hutton, Contractor John C. Cullen and their assistants whose conscientious work has resulted In the building of such a splendid structure. Introduce President of Ynlpo. President H. B. Brown of Valparaiso University was then Introduced and after being heartily applauded spoke of the rapid progress Hammond had made in the years since he first knew the place as merely a junction of rail roads. As to the possibilities of the Calumet region he said he could not advise a young man better than to tell him to locate in the Calumet region which was destined some day to be a great world port. Johannes Kopleke responded to the toast, "Its Bench and Bar and made one of the happiest speeches of the evening. Mr. Kopelke hailed from Crown Point and said he would like to have his city considered a part of the Calumet region. He then based his claim to the right to be known as a resident of the Calumet region by say ing that the Beaver ran through Crown Point and emptied Into Deep river, Deep river emptied into the Little Calumet and the Little Calumet emptied into the Grand Calumet thereby establishing the right of Crown Point to be known as a part of the Calumet region. Mayor DeBriae Next. Mayor Smith of Whiting was not present and so Mayor BeBriae of East Chicago was Introduced as the next speaker. He said that while East Chicago was not building subways or tunnels under the lake, the city had so many factories that there were not nearly houses enough to house the employes. James R. Mann of Chicago, spoke on the subject of the Calumet region's klnskip to Chicago and made a most A. 3 TT. J ... ... t A 1 eloquent aaaress. in iuiii biu i fine tribute to E. D. Crumpacker who

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Pair of Smooth Swindlers Work Old Game on Unsuspect

ing Foreigners Police Believe This to 1 be Only a Beginning.

(Special to Lake County Times). South Chicago, April 27. As a re sult of the work of three clever crooks. who It Is believed are working Chicago and the surrounding cities and towns. two trusting foreigners are mourning the loss of $34 which they handed over to the men In exchange for a Confederate $100 bill at South Chicago today. The scheme used by the crooks is an old one. but was work with success this morning, and It is thought by the police that the men intend to flood the towns about here with the bad bills. The men caught In the net of the thieves are Louis Cagnati of 9504 Buffalo avenue, and his friend, Bredlal Fernado. They were walking along one of the side streets in South Chi cago when they were approached by two men who showed them what seemed to be a new $100 bill. The men asked them if they had lost the bill, and thinking they could make money easily, they immediately claimed own ership. The two strangers then told Cagnati that they were not so sure about the ownership but they would split the money with him. This he was eager to do, and after searching his pockets and those of his friend, Fernado, $3 4 was dug up, and the two men took this in exchange for the bill. The two unsuspecting victims, in great rejoicement, then went to the store of E. Lasher, 8459 Superior avenue, and, after making a small purchase, attempted entered congress at the some time he did. C He said he did not indulge in prophesies but in probabilities, for the accomplishments of tomorrow reach far beyond where we can dream today. Speaking of the growth of the region he said a few years ago South Chicago was a village. Today It has buildings 1i i VA. . If : ... '-.V.', - 'V5 V - V 4 .-.soc. : 4 vKVAiVA The Postmaster, the Architect and Heartily Cheered twenty stories high and will be soon building them forty stories high. Mann's speech was loudly applauded. Two Speaker Regret. William Duff Haynle was expected to respond to the toast "Its Industries" and Harry Starr "Its Transportation," but both of these gentlemen sent telegrams stating that it would be imJ' REV. CHAS. ALBERT SMITH, Who Made One of the Most Pleasing Addresses of the Evening. possible for them to attend and expreslng their regrets. John B. Mallng then spoke enthusiastically of the Calumet region as a whole. He told of the work that Is

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to pass the bill on him. Mr. Lasher immediately saw that the bill was a Confederate, and called the police. Tha two frightened men were taken Into custody and told the story of the affair to the police. A good description of the crooks was given, and word was immediately sent to surrounding cities and towns in the hope of apprehending the nu n before they succeeded la getting other victims. The men were well dressed and evidently high class artists in their trade. They go in pairs and work the game, while the third man comes along, apparently a stranger and the bill la shown to him, and he promptly declares It genuine, and offers a little mora money than the victims have been asked. The two men then refuse to sell him the bill but offer It to the victim Instead. They usually chose the Polish or Italian district to work; the game. If the victim looks prosperous they try the $100 bill or the $50, and If ho looks to be in poor circumstances they Hash a $10 or $20 bill. Owing to the large colonies of foreigners In this section it is thought that the men will attempt to shove out the queer bills in this and other ways well known to the fraternity. The police are on the watch for the two men. After telling their story Cagnati and Fernado were released.' as it was thought that they were only unsuspecting victims. being done and has been done on tha harbor between East Chicago and Hammond and then by numerous Illustrations showed how the great cities of the United States are built at the farthest points inland whero water ami rail communication meet. He said that if the cities in the Calumet region were blotted out they would rise again if fc. f the Government Inspector Who Were Last Evening. because of their splendid location "Search the world," he said, "and where can you find a place so Ideally located? Forty million people to the eastg them." Look to the Boy. Rev. Charles Albert Smith laid great stress upon the Importance of looking after the boy who would be compelled in the future to carry on tha work in the Calumet region that their fathers began. Mr. Smith's points weri all well taken and his toast was loudly applauded. His subject was "Schools and Churches" and to the business men he said that the grandest business of all was the training of the boy. Percy Parry gave an entertaining monologue in response to a toast, "The Press" and his auditors lauged vociferously at some of his stories. The closing speech was made by A. M. Turner, whose subject was "The Future of the Calumet Region." Mr. Turner Indulged In a little good natured raillery at the expense of Mayor Becker, who defeated him for mayor a year or two ago and his toast, though short, was appreciated. W. B. Conkey spoke extemporaneously at the request of several of the banqueters and denied a former implication that he was a dreamer. Ha was the only man to advocate th amalgamation of all the cities of th Calumet region and his sentiments seemed to strike a popular chord. Hammond's biggest celebration came to a close at 12 o'clock and in the opinion of al? who participated in lt the influence of the speeches that were heard by the business men last evening will work wonders in the future in turning dreams of today Into tha accomplishments of tomorrow. WOMAN'S PART IN THE GREAT FESTIVITIES. Mneli of the Sneeens of the Afternoon's Entertainment Due to Their Effortii Many Haudaorae Coatnmea Noticed la Brilliant AMemblaKe. A brilliant assembly of the residents and guests of Hammond and the surrounding cities and towns graced the (Continued on page 3, column ?,

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