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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1925
Page
3
A dramatic crime tale recounts Durkin’s escapes after killing a federal agent and a policeman. Betty, portrayed as savior, distracts officers in a police station to aid Durkin’s flight, while Durkin remains hunted and hopeful of life beyond capture.
A newspaper critique lauds Miacahua of Sparks Circus as the hit of the show praising her wire walking feat. The writer commends the production for quality acts, including Lion displays, rotation horses, Algerian troops with Marym, and top clowns. The performance is described as clean, family friendly, and distinctly Georgia loyal, with Sparks wintering in Macon.
Atlanta, Nov. 7 Train orders are now transmitted by telephone on more than 54 percent of the railroad mileage in the country according to railway executives. The shift from telegraph is due to increased traffic and the need for prompt accurate information for operation and management.
Chicago reader learns of Martin J. Durkin known as The Mink and his companion Betty Werner. Durkin, wearing a bullet proof vest, has killed seven men and eludes law enforcement as an intense manhunt unfolds in Chicago. Werner is jailed in hopes of yielding information on Durkin’s whereabouts. so far, none.
Betty recalls his longing not to be evil but fear surrounds him. Authorities nationwide have orders to shoot Durkin on sight, to shoot him in the head due to his armored vest that deflects shotgun blasts. He vanishes after each killing and remains elusive.
Veterans from many states arrive in Philadelphia for the Marine Corps League annual convention. The gathering marks the Corps 150th anniversary since its founding in the city. The business session occurs at the Marine Barracks with Major General Lejeune, National Commandant, as the principal speaker.
The Augusta Cotton Exchange, a brick building on Cotton Row and among the city’s oldest, was gutted by fire Friday night. Firemen pinned total damage at 20 000 to 25 000 dollars and the origin remained unknown.
A scientific institute aimed at discovering methods to protect motherhood and childhood is set to open in Mosew. The project emphasizes maternal and child welfare research and public health improvements.
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