Tag: 1915
United Mine Workers of America President Richard Trumka, Labor Racketeering, West Virginia 2003
In a tense showdown at the United Mine Workers of America convention in Ironton, Ohio, on August 11, 1915, delegates rallied behind Chairman Frank P. Walsh, his leadership under fire from senators pushing for his ouster. The mine workers, proud of Walsh’s tireless work on the Industrial Relations Commission, adopted a resolution urging President Wilson…
James “Cable” McCord, Embezzlement, New York 1973
On a fateful day in August 1915, a peculiar tale of a steel cable’s tenacity made headlines in Clarksburg, West Virginia. The story, however, seemed to be an anomaly – a Cuban mine’s three-inch steel cable withstood an astonishing 751,000 pounds of pressure, a record that would leave many in awe. But amidst the awe-inspiring…
Noah Solomon, Idolatry, California 2020
In a shocking turn of events, King Solomon of Israel has been found guilty of a crime that would shake the very foundations of his kingdom. According to a scathing indictment from the Lord, Solomon’s heart had turned away from the Lord God of Israel, who had appeared to him twice and commanded him to…
War Stocks Sinking, Americans Lost at Sea
In a shocking turn of events, speculation ran rampant on the New York stock exchange on July 30th, 1915, as war stocks took a drastic hit due to reports of the sinking of the steamship Iberian. The tragic loss of at least four Americans sent a ripple through the financial world, causing a severe reaction…
Steamboat Scandal Rocks Chicago: ‘Crime’ to Permit Overcrowding on the Water
In a scathing letter to Assistant Secretary of Commerce, the Chicago Federation of Labor has exposed a disturbing trend of laxity in steamboat inspections at Chicago. The letter, penned in June 1915, accuses the Steamboat Columbus of carrying 100 passenger vessels, a staggering number, with the excuse that the boat was mere 5 miles from…
Submarine Slaughter: Germany’s War on Merchant Men Leaves 41 Dead
In a brazen display of naval brutality, German submarines have brought terror to the high seas, sinking no fewer than 30 ships in the past three days, including the Swedish bark Fortuna and the Norse ship Leo. Among the dead are 11 crew members and several women who met their untimely demise in the Baltic…
John Becker, Murder, California 1995
July 29, 1915, was a day that would be etched in the memory of New Britain, Connecticut, as a testament to the unyielding spirit of a man accused of a heinous crime. Johann Becker, a 30-year-old resident of the city, stood tall in the face of adversity, proclaiming his innocence to the world. As he…
Baseball Batting Scandal Rocks Lakeland
Lakeland, FL – July 24, 1915 In a shocking turn of events, the Lakeland Evening Telegram has uncovered a web of deceit and corruption within the local baseball community. The discovery of rigged scores and suspicious betting practices has left the city reeling. According to sources, several prominent players and coaches were involved in a…
New Castle City Council Corruption, Delaware 1915
July 23, 1915, marked a tumultuous day in New Castle, Delaware, as whispers of corruption spread throughout the city. The City Council, once a beacon of integrity, was now under fire for its handling of the city’s affairs. In a bid to clear the air, it was suggested that phonographic records be taken of Council…
Bullets and Booze: Calles Forces Bring Naco to Its Knees
In a shocking display of power, the forces of Calles Commander, Col. Lazaro Cordenas, stormed into Naco, Sonora, and brought the town to its knees. On July 19, 1915, at 1046, 250 mounted Callistas descended upon the town, officially closing the saloons and ending the party. But this was no ordinary crackdown – it was…
