Tag: Q1 1920
George Graham Rice Arrested for Fraud, New York, 1918-1920
In the sweltering streets of Manhattan, a master thief weaved a web of deceit that would ensnare the unsuspecting and leave a trail of financial ruin in his wake. George Graham Rice, the ‘Jackal of Wall Street,’ had built a reputation as a ruthless operator with a talent for swindling the wealthy and the unwary.…
John Payne, Bribery, California 2020
In a shocking move that sent shockwaves through the halls of power, John Barton Payne, chairman of the United States Shipping Board, notified Republican lawmakers James W. Good and Francis E. Warren that the board would reject a staggering appropriation of $125,000,000. This brazen act of fiscal responsibility, unprecedented in the history of American government,…
Senator Ashurst, Treaty Obstruction, Arizona 1920
In a heated Senate session, Senator Ashurst of Arizona denounced the Democratic senators’ dependence on President Wilson’s opinion regarding the peace treaty. ‘The treaty will pass despite the attitude of the democrats in placing their ear to the ground to hear what the president thinks on the matter,’ he declared. Related Federal Cases DOD Bribery:…
Lawmakers’ Legislative Lethargy Leaves State in a Mess
In a scathing rebuke, Massachusetts Governor Calvin Coolidge has slammed the legislative bodies across the nation for their propensity to create ‘needless legislation.’ Speaking to the legislature in his message, Coolidge warned that the State is less in need of new laws than ever before. However, his words of wisdom seem to have fallen on…
Joseph Williams Convicted of Wife’s Murder, Richmond VA, 1920
In a shocking turn of events, Joseph Williams, a man with a troubled past, was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the Hustings Court of Richmond, Virginia, on January 18, 1920. The verdict came after a tense trial that consumed an entire week, leaving both the prosecution and defense teams weary. Williams, accused of killing…
Thomas Miller, National Unpreparedness, Washington D.C., 1920
GrimyTimes.com Exclusive: In a scathing rebuke to the nation’s military readiness, a delegation from the American Legion presented shocking resolutions to Congress on January 17, 1920. Led by former Representative Thomas Miller of Delaware, the group demanded radical changes to the country’s military system, calling out the current state of affairs as ‘national folly.’ Related…
John T. King Embroiled in Scandal, Danbury CT, 1920
January 16, 1920, marked a dramatic turn of events in the tumultuous world of Republican politics in Danbury, Connecticut. John T. King, a prominent figure in the local committee, sparked outrage by withdrawing from the General Leonard Wood campaign. According to sources close to King, his decision was not a simple departure, but rather a…
Jameson Jenkins, Estate Tampering, Montana 2019
Kemmerer, Wyoming – January 9, 1920. The small town of Kemmerer has been abuzz with intrigue as the will of the late Amos W. Smith, the wealthy cattle magnate and capitalist of Big Piney, continues to unravel in a tangled web of family drama and deceit. Smith’s untimely passing in March 1919 has sparked a…
C. Schaefer Accused of Bribery, Philadelphia PA, 1920
January 7, 1920 – GrimyTimes.com breaks story of alleged corruption in the city’s construction industry. C. Schaefer, a prominent figure in the building of Philadelphia, faces accusations of bribery and favoritism in his business dealings. According to insiders, Schaefer used his influence to secure lucrative contracts for his company, Hulilier Co. Related Federal Cases Ryan…
Vladimir Petrov, Deportation Fraud, California 1985
Klamath Falls, Oregon – In a brazen bid to rid the country of communist radicals, federal authorities have netted Gregory Weinsteln, chief of staff to self-styled Soviet Ambassador Ludvig G. A. K. Martens. The Russian-born Weinsteln, considered the most influential communist in America after Martens, was arrested on a deportation warrant in New York City…
