Tears and Testimony in Mohr Murder Trial
Providence dispatch reports Dr Franklin Mohr's widow Elizabeth Mohr on trial for his murder. Prosecution shows exhibits and personal effects found on Mohr, while Constable Wallace relays statements by Mrs Mohr about her husband and alleged conspirators Cecil Brown and Henry Spellman. The court cautions jurors on admissibility of confessions amid testimony from witnesses about payments and plotted killings.
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Providence
R. 1
Cranklin Mohr
Elizabeth
Mohr
James E. Wallace
Constable Walkice
Crags
Barrington
Cecil Brown
Henry H. Spellman
Newport
Dr. Mott
Old Suit in Lean Form in Butte Property Case
A new action was started against the city of Butte to determine whether property in the Chelsea addition lies within city limits. A prior attempt to restrain the treasurer from selling for nonpayment of special taxes was dismissed. the current suit seeks authority and jurisdiction for city powers over the property.
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Smpany
Butte
Chelsea
Lynch
Missoula Clerk Receives Telegram Over Marriage License
Clerk Foley of Missoula received a telegram from Owen Kelly asking not to grant a license to John EB Kell, who is said to be 17. Kelly failed to appear at the clerk’s office and no license was issued.
Former Butte Man Serving in England Describes War Time
A reader letter from a Canadian expeditionary force member recounts life in England during World War I. He notes heavy mud in camps from Folkestone to Ashford, large English military camps at Mramshott, reinforcements from Canada, and a belief that the Allies will win eventually. He praises soldiers as well fed and clothed, mentions casualties, and describes cold weather, poor lighting, and long marches.
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A. G. Findlay
Seattle
Montana
Frank Hwartment
Erie
Pelin
Taleo
London
England
Raving
Canada
Tam
Folkestone
Prominent figures arrested in poolroom betting crackdown
County Attorney Canning said bench warrants were issued and bonds set at 1000 each for Brown and five others in a betting ring connected to pool selling at Butte. Deputies raided Fisher and Thorne’s places as code messages and dope sheets were seized, with arrests of multiple participants and a coordinated effort to halt the illegal betting scheme tied to horse racing.
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Canning
St Bench
Brown
Fisher
Western Union
Butte
Postal
New Orleans
Wyman
Boric
Dell
McKay
Theis
New Orelans
Fisher's
Donian
Chambers
Mike Levy
W Nam Meyer
F. J. Dunlap
F.K. Wilson
Gilmore
Denny Egan
D. W. Morgan
George Spillum
Frank
Northrup
W. H. Davey James King
S.J. Huckovicn
Two Butte Detectives Face Duty Neglect Allegations
Detective Frank White and County officials are in the spotlight after a declaration alleges neglect of duty. William Van Orden and other officers may be required to answer questions, amid city debate over their actions.
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Frank White
Comte
Darislecton
William van Orden
Cers Hind
van Onten
Fisher
Sid Phen
Thees
Canning Q
Ite
Big carpet order leads in Butte market story
Police and county officials moved against a poolroom operation with arrests of Fisher and others amid accusations of duty failures by detectives and officers. The piece discusses carpet orders for Virginia apartments in Butte, noting Wilton velvet designs and new Axminster ball room floor coverings as part of upscale housing developments.
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Butte
Ui Huying
Virginia
Baxter
Axminster
Thenfacturer
Williams Pink Pills Offer Hope Against St Vitus Dance
An article promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy for nerve and blood restoration in children showing jerking movements. It claims the tonic helps prevent progression, boosts health, and urges reading, play, and rest. Pills are sold by druggists or by mail from Williams Medicine Co Schonagiady N.Y.
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Flekle
Dr. Willams Medicine Co
Schonagiady
N.Y
State Department Hears News on German Ambassador Inquiry
Washington reports Count von Mtrorit the German ambassador faces inquiry over alleged German and allied agents seeking U S entry into war. The State Department has referred the matter to the Department of Justice for investigation and fact gathering. Panama dispatches note Ecuador elections provoked deadly clashes in Guayaquil with numerous deaths and injuries amid Moreno’s presidency in early January.
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Washington
Count von Mtorit
Ineioiuers
United States
State Department
Department
Jake
Panama
Guageuquit
Ecuador
Alfredo Haguerino Moreno
Advires Freelver
Guayaquil
Moreno
Caret-style remedy Cassarets promise relief from headaches
Vivid ad text promotes Cassarets for headache cold and liver issues and bowels. Claims include removing bad breath sour stomach coated tongue and indigestion. Presents as candy like cleanse with reassurance harmless and suitable for mothers to give children.
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Kelly
Postum Cereal Co. Ltd
Tle Creek
Mich
Postum
de Pripnd
SeVrrEr
Trencres
Theo
Rewowea Saint
Broadway
Porelock
Pennsylvania
Oan Doe
Ralda
John Doe
Kate
Mary
Katheri Skead
B. Murphy
Henry
Atizona
Phoenix
Anz
Verde
Roosevelt Dam
Huck Towels
Huek
Huck
Tek
India
India Linen
India Linen FC
Bolt
Bolt Nsdok
Imperial
Longeloth
Longetoth
Madeira Nainsoolk
Cira
ALY
Pkins
St. Vitus
F. A. Ironside
North Main Street
Butte Argest Dental of
DR. Lamb
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