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Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1911-01-07
INDICTMENTS BY GRAND JURY
Wholesale Murder Charged in Los
Angeles Explosion Case.
OVER TWO HUNDRED WITNESSES
Labor Leaders Are Summoned from
san Francisco who Were suP-
posed Go Have Known
Three Suspects.

Los ANGELES. Jan. 6-Ths grand jury
in the Los Angeles Times explosion case
returned twenty-five indictments yestsr-
day
Wholesale murder the outcome Of a dy-
Mantle plot, is understood TO be the charge
set forth in all the indictments but it 10
believed that not more than three OF four
men are named in the true bills.
The return OF the indictments today was
the elimination Of disaster that excited
the people OF Los Angeles 20 a degree that
for a few days bordered almost upon panic,
ana resulted in the offering OF rewards ag-
Gregahng almost $4,000
The subject OF union labor. which the
Times and It's proprietors had opposed was
injected into the situation and when the
special grand jury was impanelled on oc-
tober Is Il was Immediately confronted
with two conflicting theories.
one Of these supported by the findings
OF an investigating committee appointed
by Mayor Alexander. was that the Times
plant had been blown up by dynamite con-
spjrators. The other. presented by a com
rnittee named by the state buildings trades
convention. then in session here. was that
gas was responsible.
Forty witnesses Summoned.
More t;.=n forty witnesses, the majority
Of them identfned with the union labor
movement, were summoned from San Fran
cisco and other cities. In addition labor
union officials were summoned. In all, the
grand jury examined more than 200 persons,
who In the opinion OF detectives. that
worked here, and in San Francisco. could
throw some light on the alleged murder
plot.
Among the labor leaders summoned from
San Francisco were Olaf r. Tveitmoe and
Anton Johanssen, who we're supposed to
have known J. b. Bryce, M. A. Schmidt
and David Kaplan. three suspects in the
case, who were in this city for a few
hours after the explosion, but subsequently
disappeared.
According to the detectives, Bryce
Schmidt and Kaplan were the three who
purchased from q San Francisco powder
firm the dynamite used to destroy the
Times. and part Of which was later found
in the internal machine planted under tbs
residence OF Felix ]. Zechandlaar, secre
tary of the Merchants and Manufacturers
association. This organization had opposed
the extension OF labor unions in this city
Two days ago. an additional reward o.
$4,000 was formally offered by the Count5
Board Of Supervisors for their capture.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1911-01-07
AGED COUPLE BURNS TO DEATH
Bodies of Mr.. and Mrs. Chris Nelson
Found in Rains of Home
I'm YanktOn.

YANKToN, g. D.. Jan. Especial Telc-
gram. Burned almost beyond recognition,
the eharred bodies Of Mr.. and Mrs. Chris
Nelson. an aged couple, were taken from
their burned residence last night by Yank-
ton firemen. The old man was found
seated on the side OF his bed already dead
and frightfully burned. His wife was not
found until the house collapsed. when long
hooks brought It to light from out OF a
heap Of live Goals. Nothing is known Of
the origin OF the fire the house being in
full blaze when first discovered by neigh
bors
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1911-01-07
POLICE CAPTAIN SHOT IN ROOM
I'arOIed Convict Sought An COnnec-
tion with Assault ON spokane -
officer.

SPOKANE, Jan. 6.-while sitting in his
home about $50 o'clock tonight Police Cap
tain John Sullivan was shot by an unidenti-
. Cd person. who fired through the window.
Sullivan was taken 20 q hospital and II is
fa!d he cannot recover. He was formerly
chief OF police.
The police are looking for a convict
whose capture and conviction for robbery
was brought about by Captain sullivan
and who was recently paroled against the
vigorous opposition OF the police captain.
lie Is alleged 10 have declared that ne
would get sullivan.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1911-01-07
MISS PANKHURST IN NEW YORK
Militant Leader Says British Women
WIN Get BALLOT within
Year.

NEW YORK, Jan. e.-Mssc F. Sylvia
Pankhurst daughter OF the leader OF the
British militant suffragettes. and who has
been imprisoned because Of her activity
I'm the cause in the streets OF London, Is
here TO instruct American women In the
latest English methods OF bringing about
wOmen's suffrage
WIN the English women get the ballotT''
she was asked.
They viii" was the prompt reply. I'VE
viii get the ballot In a years time"
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-04-28
JURIEs OFTEN TO BLAME.
Judge Hubert Says They're Too
Lenient With Men Who Mislead
Children.

The solution of the Juvenile prob
lem depends largely upon the drastic
punishment OF a certain type OF men
who are responsible for wrongs in the
lives OF boys and girls said Judge
Hubert, OF the probate court, in an
address TO the Mems association OF
the Fortst. Presbyterian church,
Thursday night when a man is ar
rested on the complaint OF a girl his
attorney attacks her reputation and
the jury is swayed 10 return a YER
dict of acquittal, and when the COM
plant is made by boy the case is
disposed of by a plea of disorder
ly conduct Sentiment should be crys-
talized SO these offenders will be
taught a stern lesson"
Judge Hubert outlined the system
used TO reclaim hayward boys and
girls. He said the court often does
splendid work through the leader OF
a gang" OF boys. by guiding him to
better things, and he, in turn, exerts
good influence on his followers.
James B. Williams, secretary of
the Associated Charities, and Eugene
c. Foster, of the boys department OF
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-04-28
LUNCHEON TO BE HUMMER.
Bio Patronage Assured for Manufao-
turers' Function.

Indication are that the luncheon
in the Ellio,t-Taylor-W cafe,
Friday night. at o'clock, under the
auspices OF the Wholesalers and Man
ufacturers' association, will be a
record-breaker In point Of attendance.
Already reservations have been made
for $50 persons. and II is assured the
capacity OF the room will be taxed.
f. st. Elmo Lewis will speak on
the subject: The new salesman
ship" and several OF the largest
wholesalers and manufacturers In the
city are planning TO send their entire
saresforce. One firm has reserved
q seats, and several have asked for
places for from 15 to 20 men. Mr..
Lewis is the head of the advertising
and sales department OF the Burroughs
Adding Machine Co., and has a ma
tional reputation on all matters per-
tanning TO salesmanship.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-04-28
UNCONSCIOUS FROM sNEEzE.
Dennis o'Neil Strains Neck; Found
LYinn on Street.

While he was walking to his home
at Elsmer and Rathbone-aves, Thurs
day night, Dennis O'Neil, SO years
old. sneezed and strained his neck.
The resultant pain rendered him un-
conscious and he was found later
lying in the street at Lawndale-ave.
and Fortst.
He was transferred in an auto pa
troll to the Solvay General hospital
He was resting comfortably, Friday
morning.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-04-28
TAFT RETURNS TO CAPITAL.
Gets Down TO Work After Two Days
Visit In New York.

WASHINGTON, April 2S.-Weary
with two days OF New York functions.
President Taft early today returned to
the White House and the serious end
OF his Job OF being president. Mrs.
Taft, who has been in New York
shopping, came to Washington with
the president.
Mr.. Taft spoke. at the fourth annual
banquet OF the Associated Press and
the American Newspaper Publishers
association in the Waldorf-Astoria
last night. He said that reciprocity
with Canada will not injure the farm.
ers and that the agreement must be
adopted now or never. He warned
against tariff tinkering.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-04-28
Launch Burns in Well.

The launch Corette, owned by A.
veltman, was burned to the waters
edge in its we'll at the foot of PARK
View-ave.. Thursday night. Some oily
rags became ignited and before the
fire department could respond, the
boat was burned. For time, boat
houses In the vicinity were threat
ened. The damage n $500.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-04-28

the Y. NJ. c. A., also talked on the
boy problem.
rhe Mems association elected the
following officers for the ensuing
year: President. Alfred j. Pitts: vice
presidents,' Fred NJ. Alger and James
Inglis: secretary, Thomas b. Stack
able; treasurer, John p. McKerrow.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-04-28

A red rattlesnake with pink eyes
has arrived at the Bronx zoo, New
York. And Bugs Raymond is of the
water wagon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21
MIR. WASHBURN'S
 SUCCESS IN NEW YORK

ME. Charles c. Washburn's friends in Birmingham feel the most affectionate in terest in his success, not merely because they recognize in him an artist, but be- cause he is personally one of the most de- lightful of men. They will be happy to know of his recent reception in New York city, where he sang December 14 at the Waldorf-the Astor gallery. He sang to a large audience and was beautifully re- ceived. Most gratifying, however. was his reception by MT. and Mrs. Sidney Homer, the former of whom said he had never before heard his "Bandanna Ball lads sung as he had conceived them. He had MT. Washburn sing them over and over again. His wife, Madame Louise Homer. pronounced MT. Washburn's voice perament and a great future. This praise from so high a source does MT. Wash burn great credit, but to those who have heard his Interpretation of "The Banjo Song," ''Liaette, Uncle Rome" and other of those charming poems of How ard Weeden which MT Homer so beauti- fully set to music, it is felt to be de- served.
 Mir. Washburn will go north the first week in January to present series of his childrens sl programmes. He is con- ceded by many of his critics to be pest in these, and undoubtedly he loves to sing them best of All the songs in his clever repertoire. It vas hoped that he might be induced to give a recital here solely for the children ,hnd it may be that later,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21
MRS. ESTES
 HOSTESS AT LUNCHEON

American Beauty roses effected a beau tiful decorative motive yesterday for the luncheon given by Mrs. William Gray Estes in compliment to Mrs. l. Fenwick Young, November bride. They stood in slender vases on buffet and mantel in the reception rooms, giving an eXqui- site touch of color and q dainty fragrance to them. In the sitting room upstairs the guests enjoyed delicious fruit drink served from a table whose central adornment was a large basket of fruits
 Mrs. Estes grace as a hostess was aug mented by that of some of the most charming women in society, who assisted her to receive. She wore a beautiful re- ception gown built of black marquisette over white lace with jet garnitures, creation which gave an added distinction to the white hair and dark eyes which make her so handsome. Mrs. Young re- ceived in coral chiffon over white satin.
 Mrs. Robert Jemison, who was one Of the gracious matrons in the receiving party, wore a superb grey taupe satin gown with bodice of pink chiffon over laid with embroidered grey chiffon. Mrs. J. T. Collins was a pretty young matron on the receiving party wearing a white lace gown over pink satin, and Mrs. Har- old Samson in deep tinted robe garnf- tured with cut steel was much admired 
 and distinguished, was very lovely in a blue chiffon costume made over rose pink satin and trimmed with cut velvet. Her mother, Mrs B. L.. Wyman wore beau tifu black lace gown Miss Marjorie Weatherly and her guest, the lovely Miss Charlotte Hopkins of Evansville, were among the beautifully gowned young women in the party.
 Mrs. Addison C.. Smith wore a stunning blue satin reception costume with cut steel and gold embroideries Mrs. Stokely was also charmingly gowned in one of the lighter chiffons Mrs. Leedy wore black. Among others receiving were: Mrs. Tru- man Aldrich, Jr, Mrs. Shipman, Mrs. w. w. Bussey, Mrs. F. H. Lathrop, Mrs. George Estes, Mrs. B. F. Moore, Mrs. B. G. Copeland, Mrs. T. T. Ashford, Mrs. Ianier, Mrs. J. M. Smolen, Mrs. James Weatherly, Mrs. A. R. Wilkerson, Mrs. II. T. Sims Mrs. Harrington Heflin, Miss Carol Woodson. Miss Clara Lee, Miss Florence Coffin, Miss Eloise Johnston, Miss Weatherly, Mrs. J. D. Moore. Mrs. E. J. Dunn.
 A dleicious buffet luncheon was served in the dining room.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21
ITEMS OF INTEREST TO
 WOMEN1AND SOCIET Y
MT and William Porter Introduce MISS Roberta Porter at Country Club Cotillon- Mrs w. It. Estes Hostess David Evans Wedding Occurs Luncheon Parties Announcements of Parties to Take Place-Other
 Topics of Social Interest
BY MYRTLE MILES

Whelan, Mrs John l.. Parker and Mrs.
 Mary Tipton received here. Frozen egg
 nogg topped with a cranberry ice was
 served during the evening and supple
 mented the hot supper served from the
 club buffet.
 Several hundred invitations were issued
 by MT. and Mrs. Porter, the young peo-
 pie receiving theirs verbally and the mar
 ried set receiving cards. The club was a
 lovely background for one of the most at
 tractiyei social pictures in it's history. The
 women never looked more charming, and
 were never more beautifully gowned. Miss
 Porter $ robe was lovely. It was built of filmy white net studded with rhine
 stones and embroidered with delicate tracery of gold. Beneath the light mesh
 of the net was a yelling of lace, and this was draped over trailing satin. Cloth of gold and silver was introduced in corsage and tlnic, while bandeau of gold and jewels was worn in her hair to complete the stunning costume. She carried bou- quet of American Beauty roses. Mrs. Por- ter wore handsome evening gown ere ated of light green chiffon over satin of a
 similar shade richly beaded and lace trimmed Her flowers, also, were Amer
 ican Beauties.
 Mrs Hnndley was a sweet and cordial | member of tlie receiving party in a black
 net gown made over satin and embellished | with lace Mrs. Ellis was in pink chiffon and Mrs. Malone wore lovely blue even- l ing gown Ms. Stiles, in gray satin, into which one of the pastel shades was be- | comingly introduced, was also charming
 member of the family circle. Mrs Gar I Der was attired in black lace over Nile green satin and garnitured with gold | bugser and net
 Mrs. Rivers Garter in black velvet, chif- i fon and rare old laees. was a distinguished
 looking member of the receiving party, | and Mrs. S., |. Ledbetter in blue chiffon | built over white lace and embellished on 1 the corsage with lace and jet. another whose distinetion of bearing was partic- I ularly notablt.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21

rush of the holiday season is upon us, when we haven't the strength, energy, or time to give to such things"
 Even with all my trouble and pains, '' said the little Debutante, q miss so many people whom I really want to re- member. People who invariably surprise me with something and for whom I have bought nothing whatever
 (Which. don't you see, bears out my point" the Spinster reminded. q think the truest Christmas is when we give our selves to our home folk and our dearest friends and give them the divinest eXpres- sion of our love and the best that IS in us"
 T believe you are right" the little Debutante meditated, because the two very best gifts that I get each Christmas come from schoolmates who only write me letters. The three of us roomed to- gether and we made it up during our freshman year at College, never to give each other Christmas presents, but to write each ether a Christmas letter.
 Since l was eighteen" the Spinster said. 'I have done the same sort of thing, with two of my schoomates, and I am now an Olu WOHdn-ileaTly % years olu' We have never missed a Christmas, writ ing those letters, and to me they are far dearer than any other expression of love and affection that 1 could possibly re- ceive."
 Its easy to see you don't believe in Christmas giving" the little Debutante said.
 "Oh, yes I do" said Miss Petunia An gelface. There is joy in giving things that never comes to us except when we DO give-but that is spontaneous giving. What I'm advising now is that instead of wasting all your time and energy in se- lecting useless, foolish things for people at Christmas time who already know you love them, to keep yourself fresh and happy and joyous, so you can give them some pleasure during the Christmas sea son. Moping about, all tired out and mis- erable, and with a Crouch that would
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21

Miss Roberta Porter's bow to society was made at one of the most briiilahe al. fairs of the winter, Almost everyone ol social prominence was present at tne re- ception given last night at the ooun'is club by Mr. and Mrs. William A. Forter' who met their guests with deilgntful cordiality. Their receiving party inciuoed a group of friends chosen some or them, from among the firstcomers in Birmlng- ham. and others from their circle Of friends of later date. The Porter family has long been identified with the social and commercial life of the community, and the last young aspirant for social borors in the family is one of it's most in teresting members.
 The receiption was typical of the Yule- tide season. Holly and mistletoe were lay- ishly used, and bright red bells hung, chime fashion, in the ballroom and library In the ballroom and the sun par Tor fire of logs blazed cheerily. and in the living room, where the fireplace is one of rarest coziness and charm, one felt that the time honored "Yule log was in its element. The mantel here and in the other apartments was covered with pom settia, whose crimson blossoms looked like great bright Christmas stars. In the al cove of the living room. where punch fable was beautifully presided over by Mrs. ID. M. S. Houston and Mrs Vassar Allen, a profusion of palms and smiiax made lovely background for Christmas bells and poinsettia.
 The ballroom was brilliant with poln- settia and red bells. The musicians gal lerv was banked with palms and bamboo. From the beams crossing the ceillng oe- pended scores of red bells. MT. Ed NOT ment and MT Gresham in turn dancing with Miss Porter, led the grand marcn' introducing some very pretty cotillon fig- ures.
 The receiving line stood near the alcove in the living room to welcome the guests. MT. Porter, always genial and gracious. stood at it's head; next to him was ms daughter, and following in the line were Mrs. Porter and the. aunts of the debu- tante with several other close friends Mrs. S. E Hundley, Mrs. William Ma thaniel Malone. Mrs. Frank Ellis, Mrs Alex Garber Mrs. J. P. Stiles, Mrs Kate R. Lewis, Mrs. J. Rivers Carter, Mrs. 
 Robert Jemison, Jr., Mrs. Florence D, Buck, Mrs Frank Smith, pr. and Mrs. S. l.. Ledbetter, MT. and Mrs. Addison G. Smith, Dr. and Mrs. George Stuhbs and Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Morrow composing the group.
 A pleasant coterie welcoming the guests, at the foot of the stairs included MT. and Mrs. John Milner Caldwell, MT. and Mrs. D. M. Drennen, MT. and Mrs. Hill Ferguson, MT. and Mrs. Henry Up son Sims, MT. and Mrs. w. G. Oliver and MT. and Mrs. Allen Harvey Woodward.
 In the private dining room a profusion of natural poinsettia blossoms adorned the table where Mrs. J. T. Stokley and Mrs. stephen Smith, IT,, two of the prettiest and most attractively gowned young ma irons in the receiving party, poured cof- fee. The bon bon table in the dining room was embelished with American beauty roses and the bon bons and other dainty sandwiches were in corresponding tint. Mrs. Robert Patton McDavid, Mrs. J. E. Penney, Mrs. c. c. Snider, Mrs. Jane
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21

Debutante asked innocently, just like any other day-and not make anything of ,Christmas?'
 "Certainly like any other day" the Spinster agreed. Every day of our lives should be Q season of Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men,
 'But how about the present." the little Debutante inquired.
 Presents as I understand the signih- canoe of gifts," Miss Petunia went on, "are only outward and visible manifesto tions of our affection-our love for the other person. There are those of us who can express love more divinely than in china vases tied up in sprinkly tissue pa- per with green and red ribbons, no mat ter how attractive the package may be. For myself, 1 hope you won't give me anything. To know that you love me is enough
 But" the girl began, If on Christmas morning you didn't get from me'--
 "Anything," the Spinster anticipated pacidly "Id hold you still as close to my heart and never doubt your love. If you allowed the day to pass without sending me a Christmas card or a word from your heart, I might feel neglected, but never, my child, because you failed to send me a gift"
 You'd abolish Christmas If you did that" said the Debutante.
 "Oh, no, l wouldn't" said Miss Pe- tunia. "Chrlstmas freed from all sense of obligatory gifts would be real season of Peace and Happiness But that wisdom, of course, is acquired with years. I can t expect you to feel that way-yet. Do not understand me to say, my dear, that underrate anything that comes with the love of friend, but I do say that pres~ ents for Christmas should grow like the leaves on a tree. We should pick them up during the year and not wait until the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21
MRS. MOODY'S LUNCHEON
 FOR MISS FLORIE LITTLE

Miss Florrie Little, whose marriage to Dr. Robert Smith will be an interesting event of the day in Bessemer was con- plimented with a beautiful luncheon at the Southern club by Mrs. Lee Moody
 Covers were laid for seven, including
 Miss Little Mrs. Moody. Miss Kathleen
 Adams, Miss Grace Judson, Miss May
 Smith, Mrs. F. A. Little and Mrs. J. H.
 Read and six sourses were served
 The names were inscribed on the daint- fest of place cards done in water color
 and showing, as do the details of all of Mrs. Moody's hospitalities, an exquisite taste. In the center of the table was a large cluster of pink carnations and to further emphasize the color motive of the approaching wedding. pink and brown,
 gold and white doilies were used.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21
MISS PETUNIA ANGELFACE
 ON CHRISTMAS GIVING
She and the Debutante Talk About IThe Real Spirit of Christmas Every Day In the Year Should Be One of Peace On Earth, Good Will Toward Men-Never
 Underrate Any Gift Which Comes With
 the Love of Friend-Appreciation
ny DOLLY DALRYMPLE

I'm so tired, so dead tired, Miss Pc tunia, that if I started out to tell you even the beginning of how weary I am, J said the pretty little Debutante as she sank back into a great armchair, you'd be bored to frazzle."
 Why try" asked Miss Petunia sym pathetically. ''You are not the first sir I've ever seen pouring out valuable nerve force and vital energy on things that come to nothing
 "But it's something this time" defended the Debutante. Its Christmas gifts"
 (Which does not alter what I said iu the least,'' Miss Petunia Angelface an swered emphatieally. "You are wasting your precious strength and energy-just the same-dashing it out of the window as if 1t were so much water"
 The Debutante sat bolt upright and looked at the Spinster.
 T started to shop carly" said the Debutante. "and yet here at the eleventh
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21

make the happiest season absolutely the most morose," is unforgivable.
 q guess Christmas Is the ehldrens season." said the little Debutante hope lessly, and we grown-ups don't count
 "As mercy q medium Of give and take,' Miss Petunia ,Angelfaee replied, I'm nos so sure but that the Christmas season $ dire failure. and one that should be discoura sed .n
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-21
Famous Trainer Resigns

Minneapolis. December 2O-Harry Her zey, for years driver and trainer of the famous string of horses, Dan Patch. Minor Heir, George Cano, Lady Maud c and Hedgewood Boy, owned by M. w.. Savage, has resigned, to take effect aJn- uary 1. He is to be Succeeded by M k. McCarr, no wsecond trainer.