Murder verdict shocks Chicago peddler case
In Chicago on January 21 Chris Merry, a peddler charged with wife murder, was found guilty by a jury after a long deliberation. James Smith, alleged accomplice, was found not guilty. The judge ordered rearrest for Smith as an accessory after the fact and summoned the grand jury. Merry showed distress as Smith celebrated.
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James Smith
Chrcaco
Chris Merry
Smith
Merry
Lorton
Horton Aternly
Smiith
Celix
Pearson
Wheeler
William Bryan testifies in murder case in Jacksonville
William Jennings Bryan testified as a witness in a murder trial in Jacksonville Illinois. He described Draper as having a good reputation prior to the offense and said they worked four years in the same law office, defending Draper’s character. The defendant is said to be charged with stabbing Hastings during a real estate abstract theft. The case is under insanity defense. Captain Carter’s court martial in Savannah progressed with A S Cooper detailing involvement of Atlantic Contracting and harbor work concerns.
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Ill
Willam Jennings Bryan
C. L. Draper
Bryan
Draper
Canovice
Charles Hasting
Hastings
Dr Pierce Medical Discovery Promises Health Benefits
Advertisements tout Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for digestion disorders and a blood builder. Claims include restoring vitality, curing consumption, and aiding nerves, urging readers to buy from reliable dealers and beware of inferior substitutes.
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Cis
Ieee
Syrup of Figs Promoted as Healthful Laxative
An old advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant remedy for kidneys fiver and bowels, claiming it cleanses the system, eases colds and headaches, relieves constipation, and is the most popular laxative. It notes 50 cent bottles and urges buyers not to substitute.
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Tate Helen
Dreyfus Support From Bjornson in Paris Dispatch
Norwegian writer Bjornson sends Zola praise and calls on France to review the Dreyfus case. He argues the indictment misstates guilt and condemns secrecy around the trial while urging courage against barbarous sentiment.
Fatal double tragedy as fiancé and officer die in St Louis
In St Louis a police officer Richard J. Halloran is fatally shot by Misa Nellia Manion who then shoots herself. The double tragedy follows a rejected marriage proposal amid jealousy and rumored engagement between Halloran and Manion. Halloran died from his wound. Manion died later at the hospital. A second unnamed woman reportedly sparked jealousy in the case.
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St. Louis
Richard J. Hal- Toran
Misa Nellia Manion
Halloran
Miss Manion
Mira Manion
Witness Tells Sausage Factory Tale In Luetgert Case
Adolph L. Luetgert testified in Chicago January 31 about the night of May 1 in his sausage factory and the disappearance of his wife as he faces a murder trial. He spoke of marriages and finances, then broke down crying, prompting a courtroom recess request denied by Judge Gary.
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Gary
Luetgert
Luetgers
Paulie Rudtkein
Lueetgert
Harmon
Lentgert
Lustgert
Georgian official declares gubernatorial bid in Democratic race
Secretary of State Allen D Henderson announces his candidacy for Georgia governor. He argues for a clean, party platform aligned with Jefferson and Jackson and warns against McKinleyism while pledging accountability in taxation and public revenue use. Meanwhile Maryland Senate balloting continues with Shaw and McComas possible withdrawal for a compromise candidate. British steamer Saltram reports engine failure after voyage from Galveston.
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Kaos Te
Atkinso Amtantz
Allen D Oandler
Athens
Georgia
Jefferson
Jackson
Shaw
McComas
Maryland
Shryock
Gorman
Findlay
Mallikin
Eer
Shryook
Miestaer
Lonvos
Saltram
Owen
Galveston
Norfolk
Copenh
Ldzard Marrioge
Tate Dies Legally After Kentucky Treasurer Case
James W. Tate former Kentucky state treasurer, missing for seven years, is legally dead after heirs won insurance claims. Domestic Mutual Life admitted $1,100 on a $5,000 policy, signaling death recognition. Separate Louisville flood update and a Jan 21 train wreck near Omantown are reported, with fatalities and injuries.
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Fraxfort
James W. Tate
Tate
Connections Mutual Life
Wes
Coumesticat Life
Lua
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