Tag: January 1903
Dollars and Deceit: Des Moines’ Printer’s Guild Embroiled in Ad Scandal
January 16, 1903, marked a tumultuous day for the Des Moines printing community as allegations of widespread ad fraud began to surface. The Iowa State Bystander, a prominent local newspaper, revealed a web of deceit involving multiple printing offices, including the prestigious Martin and Walker press. RELATED: Anderson’s Web of Deceit: Busted in Major Federal…
W.F. Paxton II, R. Rudy Implicated in Banking Irregularities, Paducah KY, 1903
In a shocking revelation, W.F. Paxton II, President of the Paducah Savings Bank, and R. Rudy, Cashier, have been implicated in a web of banking irregularities. The bank, located on Third and Broadway, was known for its Saturday night hours from 7-8 PM, catering to the needs of the community. However, sources close to the…
