Watonga Tornado Damage Estimated At 150000
WATONGA OK May 6 Two dead including a man and a woman and a missing small boy were reported after a tornado tore through the Walters area. The storm damaged several farms and industrial buildings, destroying homes and cotton gins. Authorities approximate damage around 150000 with further details pending.
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Watonga
Okla
May
C. T. Bush
Leorn
Greenfield
Buffalo Monastery Swept by Flames
Fire destroyed the Buffalo monastery and St Bonaventure Church at St Bonaventure College near Olean in a blaze believed caused by wiring in the top floor. Damages were heavy and insured. the structures were about 80 years old and the Tot brothers and others were affected.
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Olean
St. Bonaventure
Enti
Tot Brothers
Wa ‘Laren
Fragmentary Verse Snippet Hints at Hidden Image
A torn passage hints at a scene of washing hanging, eyes in a gaze, sun gleaming on white fabric, with scattered words and partial phrases suggesting a poetic or reflective fragment. The readable text is sparse and ambiguous.
Woman shot while mistaken for thief near Tyler and Fourteenth
Vera Panick, Gulf Petroleum stenographer, was wounded by a pistol shot to her right arm and hand as she stopped under a street light to powder her face. William Short says he fired, mistaking her for a burglar he had pursued from his home on Tyler Street. No charges filed. grand jury will review Wednesday.
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Vera Panick
Gulf Petroleum Company
Fourteenth and
Tyler
William E. Short
Eac
Panick
Lashort
Bil Thompson
Leckrey
Woman Held at Lamesa in Order Probe
A report describes a woman detained at Lamesa in an order related investigation. Details mention searches conducted by deputies and locals, a possible pursuit of a suspect named Mek Snete, and notes about a Sunday incident at Mayhall’s parents’ home. The document references a reward and a suspect held in connection with the case.
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Lamesa
Tamesa
May
Peron
M. Benes
Grenvie ‘Iyutsoho
Ranger
Antonio
Gorog
Esrold
Mayhall
Shane
Mskee
Tiny plane makes successful flight
A one passenger airplane, small enough to fit the average home, completed a successful flight at White Cheer Airport near Pawtucket. The craft, 16 feet long with a 21 foot wingspan, took off and reached cruising speed within an hour, as its designer hopes to popularize inexpensive air travel.
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Pawtucket
Ite
First Woman Declares War on Gangster Racketeer
Brooklyn leader Whitney, founder of the National Republican Club, accepts offer to lead efforts against racketeers costing the city millions in protection payments. She aims to mobilize an anti racketeering campaign with political backing to wipe out organized crime in Brooklyn and beyond.
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Ean Feckereess Teak
Brooklyn
Rovalie Whitney
National ‘Republican Clab
Im Politcal
Brookyn
Sracket
Texas jurist faces charge in girl death
John W. Brady of Austin former appellate court judge appeared in Dallas County court for arraignment on a charge connected to a girl’s death. Jury selection began with 17 veniremen questioned as defense sought to delay trial amid concerns over religion and eligibility.
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Asiatel Prev
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Ig Merver
Hie
John W. Brady
Austin
Tod
Ise Lakin
Brady
Judes C. A
Dollar wheat spectre hits market again
A Chicago report notes dollar wheat back in season with May contracts down a cent and March futures slipping as traders cite persistent weakness. Spring wheat sown under favorable conditions contrasts with winter wheat prospects as rains boost seed conditions in the southwest.
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Chicago
United States
Forest Fires Sweep East Leaving Hundreds Homeless
Fire ripped through forests from New Hampshire to West Virginia causing widespread destruction. Strong winds and lightning sparked more than 26 blazes in New York area alone, with about 100 people left homeless. Relief efforts include temporary shelter and charitable aid as the blaze continued Saturday night.
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West Virginia
Toston
North Atlantic Seaboard
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Arthur Brisbane
Allaire
Atate
Statenst
New Yor City
New York
Howard Howard Cleared by Moody Clemency Order
Percy Howard, jailed for ten years and sentenced to death for the Nixon murder, received clemency from Governor Moody. The reported move spares execution, while ongoing appeals and related cases are noted in the prison and court records.
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Moody's
Percy Howard
Iecuric
Nixon
el Paso
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Fo Pr
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Athene
Hammundo A
Jones Bill Aims to Abolish Cotton Exchanges Debate
A heated debate in the agricultural committee centers on Marvin Jones of Tenaha proposing to abolish cotton exchanges. Critics warn the bill could destroy exchange systems while supporters argue reform. Senate action pending as Vin Randal and others push alternative measures. A weather-related emergency note appears, with mentions of a tornado touching down near a cemetery.
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Marvin Jones
Wave Agricultural Committee
Judgeships Offered for Parker Votes in Washington May
In Washington on May 5 reports say administration offered federal judgeships to secure votes to confirm John Parker as supreme court justice. Senate lobbying and committee pressure alleged amid denials from General Mitchell and Senator Stephens. The controversy centers on the Parker nomination and the fourth circuit's stance.
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Washington
John 2. Parker
Arkhurst
Senate
Parker
Asharas
Mitchell
Stephens
Sision
Park
Sage
Tepree
Saturday Knell for Old Felt Hats Echoes in Amerie
The passage notes a Saturday event marking a cultural shift as old felt hats fade away. References to Amarilo reluctance and household heads convey a sense of tradition resisting change and the demand for new fashion or materials.
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Amerie
Amari
Amarilo Elethiers Considerine
Bert Inca
Plainview Man Loses Limbs in Local Shooting Incident
May 5 in Plainview the victim Teague Yost was shot at his home sequence that left parts of both limbs missing. He was rushed to a local hospital where doctors reported severe injuries to the hand and foot.
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Plainview
Teague
Hich
Teng Handy
Thera
Ten Jurors Drawn in Aiken Murder Trial at Lamesa
Report from Lamesa indicates ten jurors were seated for the murder trial of Aiken. Details on proceedings and next steps remain limited as the case advances.
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Aiken
Lamesa
May Issue Warrants Status Of Private Maker
May 6 report from Washington notes a nationwide drive against paraphernalia for home brew has uncertain progress after the Supreme Court ruling. Assistant Secretary Lowman discusses how the decision affects warrants and seizures in liquor manufacture cases and the Danovite firm dispute in Pittsburgh.
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Lowman
Supreme Court
Aston Watian
Selzure
Danovite
Feitier Bette Company
Pittabureh
Pest Treasury
Local fisherman advertises attack-potent fishing aid
An injured or disabled angler in Fibina advertised a device described as an attack potent fishing aid offering a worm and pot combination. The ad signals a potential fishing solution after years of inactivity.
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