Chillicothe Gazette from Chillicothe, Ohio • 1

Newspaper in Chillicothe Only 3 Receiving Associated Press News Service. The Srioto VOL. 40. NO. 65.

CHILLICOTHE, OHIO, MONDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 16, 1912. DAILY EDITION. SEVEN SAWED THE BARS AND MADE A CLEAN GETAWAY FROM JAIL SEVEN PRISONERS SAWED OUT OF COUNTY JAIL Used Hack Saws to Make Openings and Crawled Through. MRS. WOLFE ARRESTED Wife of William Wolfe, in For Stealing a Motorcycle, is Held Under Suspicion of Having Furnished the saws-She Made Two Visits to the Jail Sunday--Three Burglar: in the Crowd Who Got Away.

Seven prisoners sawed their way to liberty from the confines of the county pail some time between the hours of 9 o'clock Sunday night and 3 a. m. this morning, leaving small evidence of their departure excepting the neatly sawed bars, apparently' as evidence of the supremacy of the steel saws over the iron of the county jail. Three different sets of heavy iron bars were gone through, while the openings in each case looked entirely too small for the passage of the large bodies of some of those who escaped. A hole about eight by fifteen inches, made by sawing two of the one and a half inch bars in the cell on the northwest side, had been made, letting the men into the corridor, which left the doubly barred windows yet between the prisoners and freedom.

Nothing daunted by this double obstacle and apparently with a supply of fresh saws, they set to work, resulting in the other openings about the same size. In the first set of window bars two one and one-half inch uprights and three two and one-balf inch cross bars were cut, leaving the outward set of one inch bars, four of which were neatly severed. Through these openings the escape was made down a chicken coop which stood under the window. The regular jailer was out of town Sunday and Sheriff Stoker locked up in the evening himself. As is customary when no dangerous prisoners are within, the turnkey does not go the rounds of every cell, but closes all the doors by means of a patent closing device.

Some of the prisoners, it showed this morning, had placed books and magazines in the door, thus preventing its closing, and by this means they were enabled to get together for their final egress. Some time in the early morning Sheriff Stoker awoke and slight noise. He sat up and listened but heard no more, so concluded it was the rattling of the chain on the monkey fastened just outside, or the pet collie making the noise, and as nothing further was heard, he went back to sleep. This morning, when unlocking the cells at the regular hour, the escape was discovered. Ten regular steel hack saw blades were found, and it is thought by the county officials they were furnished the prisoners by a woman who has frequently visited the county jail within the past week, two of her visits being on Sunday.

Mrs. Anna Wolfe, the suspected one in question, was taken into custody early this morning by Sheriff Stoker and held for investigation. The prisoners who escaped and their full records are: Wilton Phillips, colored, committed Angust 10th for stoning traction car. He was jailed failing to give $500 bond. He is 5 feet 7 inches tall.

has brown eyes and is about 32 years old. John Johnson, colored, claiming his home in Maryland, committed from mayor's court, failing to give $200 bond for pocket pocking at the county fair. He is 6 feet 3 inches tall, has brown eyes and is about 22 years old. William Wolfe, white, committed July 1st for grand larceny, stealing a motorcycle, after failure to give He is 5 feet 8 inches tall, has blue eyes and dark hair and is about 24 years old. He is the husband of Mrs.

Wolfe, the woman held on a charge of aiding in the jail deThe Wolfes came here about livery. two years ago and have been living on Watts street. William Bradford, white, committed for robbery and assault, May 23, after failure to give $1500 bond. He is the man who created a sensation in the neighborhood of Hallsville. He is 5 feet 5 inches tall, has dark hair and brown eyes, with light complexion; is about 17 years old.

(Continued ou eighth page.) Gazette. DIRECTS OFFICERS TO PAY BACK $19000 Judge Curtain Hands Down His Decision in Street Railway Case. FIGURES THE SALARY The Officers are Entitled to and Orders the Balance Paid Back Into the Treasury of the Lengthy Decision Arrived Here Today--Suit Was Brought by Belle Myers, for an Accounting. Judge Clarence Curtain, of the Common Pleas court, today sent in his decision in the case of Belle Myers vs. George A.

Vaughters, John P. Phillips, Herbert E. Holland and Michael Kramer, officers of the Chillicothe Electric Street Railway, Light Power Co. The case was brought by Mrs. Myers, asking for an ing of the company's earnings since January 1st, 1906, and on complaint that excessive salaries were paid in an effort to divert the earnings.

The court, in his decision, held that the action of the company officers was not equitable nor in compliance with the records of the company. He set forth that Mr. Vaughters was drawing a salary of $1800 per year, which was 5 5-8 per cent of the par value of the stock he owned, and that was excessive. The court held that $1200 per annum would be ample for the service rendered. As to Mr.

Phillips, the vice-president, who received $600, he held that $100 was large enough. For Mr. Holland, the secretary, for the actual labor performed by him, he also held that $100 was sufficient, and for Mr. Kramer, the treasurer, he ruled that $300 was plenty instead of $900 per year he had been receiving. The court ordered that each of the said officers refund into the company's treasury the amount overdrawn in the past six years, the total aggregating something like $19,000.

the case of Mr. Phillips, the court held that he would hold the case open for him to set his claim for services in defending this case, and he might allow a claim there if the claim was reasonable. He also stated that if any of the other officers could show that they had performed any services in addition to what was demanded of them by the rules of the corporation as shown by its books he would hear their cases in a supplemental action. As to Mr. Kramer, he said while his labors were not reasonably worth $300, still he was charged with a legal liability as treasurer and he should receive something more than a nominal salary for this.

The distribution of this $19,000 will, of course, have to be decided upon by some other action at law. The basis of the court's decision was that no board of directors could vote to themselves large salaries in a corporation simply because they owned a majority of the stock; that the minority had rights which the courts must protect. As to the claim of quantum meruit or the value of services performed, the action of directors and officers who thus vote themselves salaries also carries with it the burden of proof in a court to sustain the claim, and the court felt that the claim was not sustained by the evidence, nor was claim for value rendered properly put in this action. Hospital Notes. Miss Elizabeth Burke, of Western Avenue, underwent an operation at the City Hospital this morning, and is doing as well as could be expected.

Dead, Shot on War Path, Won't Be Taken Alive Clearfield, Sept. sociated Press.) -Heavily armed men are searching the swamps and forests of Clearfield and Somerset townships for John Keeler, a teamster, who late Saturday night forced way into a brewery office and shot and fatally wounded John Rossner, head of the institution, and seriously injured several of his clerks. Keeler, who served ten years in the United States army, and has spent much of his time as scout in the Philippines, escaped, but was located near here Sunday, but he held off his pursuers, shouting, "I've got four of them, but I want six more." He is known to be a dead shot with a rifle, and the authorities do not believe he will be taken alive. The shooting was the result of a dispute lover wages. Graft Cases Go Before the Circuit Court Next Week Columbus, Ohio, Sept.

Associated Press.) ---The cases of State Senators L. R. Andrews and Isaac R. Huffman, indicted for bribery, were set for immediate hearing when the Circuit court meets next Monday for the fall term. Both have announced they will carry their cases to the Supreme court, should the Circuit court hold with the Common 1 Pleas court.

Senators Cetone, Huffman and Andrews and Dr. George B. Nye are in consultation with their attorneys today, completing the defense of Andrews and Huffman. Karb Informed Court He Had Final Decision Columbus, Ohio, Sept. Associated Press.) -Before Judge E.

B. Dillon, of the Franklin county courts, appeared Mayor George Karb to offer evidence in support of his recent order dismissing Police Chief Carter from the service, on a charge of failure to properly perform his duties with regard to carrying out certain provisions and orders relating to gambling. The Mayor claims to have final jurisdiction in the case despite the ruling of the civil service commission, which, after hearing the case, decided on the reinstatement of Carter. Thomas F. O'Neill, whom Karb appointed chief, is still in charge at the office of the chief, but patrolmen are showing signs of no little concern, because they are not sure who they are to take orders from.

Carter, the deposed chief, was represented at the hearing by four attorneys, while Mayor Karb had three. It is said the court is now going over the evidence submitted to the civil service commission and an announcement of a decision will not be made before late this evening or early tomorrow morning. Whatever the finding may be, it is expected lengthy legal battle will follow. Got the Right Man in the Chair Auburn. N.

Sept. Associated -James Williams, a negro murderer, died in the electric chair here, delivering a rambling valedictory, "Gentlemen, don't kill me," as the electric current was turned into his body at 6 a. m. this morning. With the priests and guards he entered the death chamber clad in old clothes and an old working cap, muttering constantly to himself.

He appeared greatly moved when the old cap was removed from his head and exclaimed to the witnesses present: "Gentlemen, don't kill me. I want to warn you about the wimmins. Keep away from the wimmins. That's what got me. Lord Jesus, I was the first one-" At this point be paused and the attendants began arranging the black cap.

He pursed up his lips as the guards smoothed the mask into place, and attempted to rise as if to address the assembled witnesses, but the straps were already in place and he sank back. "I'm the one, gentlemen, but don't kill me," he incoherently tered. "I'm going, gentlemen, but don't kill me," was the repeated plea as death silenced him. Williams killed an aged farmer in July, 1911, near Heneyie, N. and attempted an assault.

upon another. On the day of his sentencing he twice attempted to commit suicide, but was restrained. ARRAIGNED GIP, THE BLOOD, AND LEFTY LOUIE IN COURT New York, Sept. 16-(By Associated Press.) ---Harry Harowitz, alias "Gip, the Blood," and Louis Rosenwig, alias "Lefty Louie," were this morning arraigned before Supreme Court Justice Goff. At the request of counsel for the defense, the date for the regular pleading was set for September 18th.

Counsel Wall, for the arraigned men, asked privilege of entering a tentative plea of not guilty, with permission of changing later if desired. The wives of the mien, together with Max Kohn, the alleged pick-pocket, who was taken into custody with the two men, are still being held under $2500 bail each as material witnesses in the case. Gravelling the Approaches. The work of gravelling the approaches to the concrete bridge over Paint creek is being done today, and it is expected the bridge will be thrown open to the public in a few days. Weather Indications Generally fair tonight and Tuesday; slightly cooler east and south portion tonight.

HEAD OF A MATCH FLEW INTO THE CLOTHING Unnoticed by Mrs. A. man and Fire Resulted. MUCH DAMAGE DONE All of Mr. and Mrs.

Bergman's and Their Children's Clothing Was Destroyed and Household Goods Badly Damaged -Residence Was Also Damaged By Fire and Water-Property Was Insured. It is always safest to use safety This truism was again demonstrated Saturday night, when the fire fiend destroyed a large part of the personal property of Mr. A. Bergman, of South Walnut street, and damaged the house in which they lived, the property of Charles Hermann. The fire was discovered about ten minutes after 9 o'clock, and the run of the fire department to the scene brought an immense crowd to the scene of the fire.

The work of putting out the blaze was accomplished only after a hard fight to get at it, the hose finally being taken right into the house and up the second story, where the fire was. Three streams of water played on the fire, after the chemical had been tried and the fire found to be of too large a volume to be quenched by it. Mrs. Bergman had gone into the linen closet at the home to get some articles, and taking some matches with her, struck one, which she thought failed to ignite. She then struck onather and secured what she wanted and went down stairs and to a neighbor's house.

Her two children were sleeping in the bed room from which the linen closet lead. Mrs. Bergman remained at the neighbor's house for quite a little time, and then returned home, and going upstairs, was astonished to find the bed room full of smoke and the flames jumping out of the closet door. She screamed and rushed down stairs to Mr. Hermann's and told him and he ran up and got the children out, and some one telephoned for the fire department but could get no response.

Officer Burns, who happened to be at Fourth and Walnut streets, was informed and he ran to the alarg box at Fifth and Walnut and turned in the alarm. It seems that the match which Mrs. Bergman struck did ignite, but the head of it flew off and settled among the clothing in the linen closet, and she did not notice it and that that was the origin of the fire. The flames destroyed all of Mr. Bergman's clothing, that of his wife and of their son, Oscar.

They had laid in a supply for the fall and winter, and all these were burned, along with a great, many other things in the second story of the house. The remainder were a great deal damaged by the heavy streams of water, which practically flooded the house. Mr. Bergman carried $500 insurance on the contents, and savs that it wil Inot cover his loss. The house itself was insured for $1600 and the damage is estimated at about $300.

Girls Facing Starvation, Weitzel Made an Appeal Washington, Sept. Associated -American blue jackets and marines were called on by American Minister Weitzel, of Nicaragua, today, to rescue from famine a college full of girls at Granada. The girls have been isolated for 40 days and are facing an empty larder. The college is under French control, and many of the inmates are foreigners. Minister Weitzel has asked Admiral Sutherland to send a rescue party with food supplies sent by the Red Cross Society from the canal zone.

American sailors, from the, gunboat Tacoma, were fired on in the streets in Bluefields, Nicaraguaga. last night, during an anti-American demonstration, incidet to the anniversary of Central American A. mob of excited guans was quickly formed, and for a time bloodshed was feared. State Treasurer Creamer Better. Columbus, Ohio, Sept.

Associated Press.) -State Treasurer D. S. Creamer, of Columbus, who has been afflicted with typhoid fever for the past month, is reported on a fair way to recovery, but still probably will not be able to resume his duties before the middle of October. SALAZAR DEMANDS A MILLION OF ELTIGRE CO. The Water Rate Hearing Postponed Until Sept.

25 City Solicitor Marshall G. Fenton was advised by the State Public ity Commission today that the ing on the appeal of the Chillicothe Gas Light Water Co. from the ordinance passed by council has been postponed until October 25th. Solicitor Fenton filed a with the commission, asking that the company be required to file an inventory of its physical condition and this had been overruled, but the notice received today rescinded that action, and the first hearing will be held on that motion. It is understood that the property owners of Carlisle Hill have accumulated a fund by subscription and have retained Wilby G.

Hyde to assist Mr. Fenton insofar as the hilltop interests are co concerned in the matter before the state board. MONDAY'S GRIST IN POLICE COURT Empty is the sheriff's cage, the birds have flown, but the flock at the city bastile were on deck for their morning feed. William Artis, an old timer from the smoky precinct, was up on a charge of falling off the aqua pura chariot. He admitted to taking a few swallows without chasers, but said he was only fooling.

"Bill," said the Mayor, "you have handed me that dope four or five times now, and the stage manager's books show that you have developed into a bad actor. I'm going to fix the cards so you will draw a little prize this morning, $5 and costs for you, Willie." The next fowl from the coop was Scott Redeford. Scott was also cused of toying with the tanglefoot. He guesed he was guilty, and upon further deliberation he decided that he was sure of it. He had been in at roll call two weeks ago, and confessed that he had once sojourned in the works for a time, at the invitation of former Mayor Yaple.

Honor told him he could enrich the city to the extent of $5 and costs, and if he failed to do so, the would claim him as his own. O. D. Willis, from the corn belt surrounding Frankfort, admitted that he had taken a few sups from the flowing bowl. An officer found him doing a zig-zag alley stunt on Paint street and advised him to seek a downy couch in a nearby hostlery.

0. D. started to do as admonished. but changed his mind and proceeded to make his farewell apearance in public, wheerupon he was filed away in a station house cot, minus the "downy," for safe keeping. $5 and costs for storage.

Jacob Wiser said he was guilty of playing the tank circuit to win, but the cards were stacked against him. It came out in the laundry that he had been working day and night for some time, and he merely took aboard what he supposed would act as a bracer, but he evidently overestimated his capacity and laid down on the sidewalk to rest. In sing Jake, the Mayor warned him to be careful the next time he grew weary and not go to bed on the concrete. Is Convalescent. Mrs.

Alpheus Dakin, of Athens, who underwent an operation for tuat the city hospital by Dr. Baldmor win, of Columbus, has made very satisfactory progress, and on Saturday she was removed to the home of the Misses Jane and Anna Welsh, on East Main street, to remain during her convalescence, before taking her departure for Athens. Her many friends will be pleased to learn of her regaining her health again. Headquarters Opened. Local Republican headquarters were opened in the Ross County block this morning, from whence all the affairs of the party within the county will be directed.

The poll books have been arranged and will be sent to the various precincts shortMr. R. M. Houk is in charge and ly. will start sending out the campaign "stuff" soon.

FELL INTO BOILING WATER AND DIED Steubenville, Ohio, Sept. Associated Press.) -Cecelia, the 9- year-old daughter, of Frank Butch, fell into a tub of boiling water here today and died in a few minutes. Demanded a Jury Trial on Delinquency Charge An affidavit was filed in the Probate judge's office some few days ago by George Smith, a farmer of Liberty township, against one Albert Rose, of Circleville, charging him with contributing to the, delinquency of Zelpha Smith, his 15-year-old daughter. Rose, who is about 26 years of age, and married, was arrested and brought to this place late Saturday night, but later released on $500 bond. A jury trial was demanded by the defendant and the trial is set for Tuesday morning.

Irwin Snyder, of Circleville, and James I. Boulger, of this city, have been engaged by the defense, while Prosecuting Attorney W. W. Boulger will represent the state. COMMISSIONERS ACT ON PUBLIC WORKS The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session Monday at 11:30.

All members were present. Complaint was made that the sewer at Remly 'hill, in Springfield township, was in bad condition, rendering the road almost impassable. Mr. Slager said the matter would be taken up with the township trustees, He thought if the commissioners furnished the material the trustees should do the work. A complaint was also received about the condition of about 300 feet of road in Harrison township, and the commissioners agreed to go out and look at it.

Bids were opened for the construction of a concrete box culvert on the Charleston-Chillicothe pike, near the land of Crocker and Cramblett, about one mile from Mooresville, in East Springfield township. Orland Ross bid $520; Boyd Woodall bid $480, and E. P. Hinton bid $590. Woodall's was the lowest, but there was some complaint about the delay in fulfilling a contract for work on the Marietta pike, and the matter was laid over until the afternoon session.

The meeting then adjourned until 1:30 p. m. At the afternoon session the Auditor of Pickaway county requested the commissioners to meet the commissioners of Pickaway county at the (Continued on page four.) Named the Baby. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs.

F. C. Bischiotte, of Vine street, was baptised on Sunday afternoon at St. Peter's church by Rev. Father Heinz.

The name selected was Joseph, after Mr. Bischiotte's father. The sponsors were Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Capretta.

After the services the parents entertained with an evening dinner. Mr. Bischiotte is employed at the People's Shoe Store in the repair department. New Flambeaux at Elks' Home. The handsome new copper electric flambeaux donated by Judge G.

D. Bacon to the Elks' iodge and erected last week, were lighted Saturday and Sunday evenings, and made quite a showing. They take away the residential aspect of the Elks' home give it more of an institutional effect. When the copper attains its true green hue from weathering the front of the building will be much enhanced. Judge Bacon, who is now at Lafayette, will be here the latter part of the week to inspect them.

New Definition Of Hell Given By Evangelist Repudiating the doctrine of endless torment in a brimstone lake, was the theme of Speaker J. P. tin Sunday afternoon at the Third church. Citations and scripture proof in abundance was produced to show the fallacy of such a monstrous libel on the Almighty's good name. Sin's penalty was shown to be death- cessation of life--and would be perpetual upon the incorrigible.

Literature reproducing the press comments far and wide, both Catholic and Protestants, were given out at the conclusion of the lecture, a copy of which will be sent enquirers gratis upon request to Joseph Greig, Gen. Chillicothe, O. Evangelist Martin's next lecture, Sunday, Sept. 22nd, same place and hour, will consider the state of the dead, known by the terms Sheol and Hades. Lectures are entirely free.

Federals Recapture the Town of Ojinaga on Sunday. SALAZAR'S THREATS Have Thrown Americans Into a Turmoil-El Tigre is an American Mining Company and Solozar Says He Will Destroy Works Unless the Company Shells Out--Has Kidnapped Superintendent of the Mine. El Paso, Texas, Sept. Associated Press.) -Fighting has ceased at Ojinaga, which was retaken yesterday by the Federals, according to the reports received at Praesidien from Texas, which stated the rebels had retreated to the hills to the southward. According to advices received by Colonel Steever, in charge of the American patrol at this point, from the Federal officers at Praesidien, some of the rebels were captured, while the Federal loss although not exactly known is very large.

Douglas, Sept. Associated Press.) --Inez Salizar, the rebel leader who captured El Tigre Saturday, demands $1,000,000 from the El Tigre Mining company, or the property of the mining company will be' destroyed. The threats against the mining company has caused great agitation among the Americans of the district, as well as the threatened retention of Superintendent Budron. whom the rebels carried off in their raid. Harmon Will Get Busy When the Governor Comes Columbus, Sept.

Associated Press.) -Governor Judson Harmon, who has been spending his summer vacation at his summer home in Charlevoix, is expected home Thursday night, in readiness to participate in the big reception which is to be tendered Governor Wilson here Friday. Governor Harmon is scheduled to preside at the meeting, at which Governor Wilson is to make the opening address of the coming state Democratic campaign Friday night. Whether the Governor will take active part in the speech making during the coming campaign still remains in doubt. George S. Long, secretary to the Governor, said today he does not know what the Governor pians doing, but he doubts very much it he will take the stump.

"The Governor is planning to leave for San Francisco on the 1st of October, and that will give but two weeks if he chose to make any speeches," said Secretary Long. "I do not think he is planning any extended tour of the state, for his time will be very limited," he continued. At San Francisco the Governor is to select the site for the Ohio building at the coming Panama exposition. Wilson Campaigning. Union City, Sept.

Associated Press.) Unexpectedly Governor Wilson did quite a little campaigning from the rear of his car and as he sped westward on trip his across the country today. At every (Continued on Page 4.1 Wilson to be Bryan's Guest. Lincoln, Sept. Associated Press) -Announcement was made this morning that Governor Wilson will be the guest of Col. William J.

Bryan over Sunday, on October 5th, following Wilson's address here on the preceding day. This will be the first opportunity for a conference between the Democratic nominee and Bryan since the Baltimore convention. Bryan will act as chairman of Wilson's Lincoln meeting. Passed Through. Columbus, Sept.

Woodrow Wilson, Democratic nominee for president, passed through the local depot at 8 o'clock this morning on his way to Des Moines, Iowa, where he is to make a speech at the state fair. The Governor's train was an hour late. He will return here Friday, when the opening gun of the state Democratic campaign will be fired at a large reception which will be given in his honor. Special Features. An exceptional story and picture, "The Barrier That was Burned." in addition to "Rip Van Winkle" at the Queen tonight..