Robbery trial recounts Miller defense effort and key witnesses
The defense prepared to fight for Miller’s life as jurors are questioned while Dr. Schwartz, Dr. Williams, nurse Mrs Soles, and Dan McRae testified about John McRae’s fatal gunshot. Dan McRae described Miller forcing confrontation and firing, with Oechsl and John McRae attempting to intervene as the struggle ended with a fatal shot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
English
Surgrove
A. C. Schwartz
John McRae
Frank Williams
McRae
Colum Hospital
Pat
Elizbeth Soles
Dan McRae
Jerry Leary
Miler
Emery
Gchwarts
Frank Willams
Father Doubtful of Death Cause in Meyer-Southard Case
In Twin Falls Idaho on October 24 W J Trueblood father of Lyda Meyer Southard testified about a thorough postmortem on Edward Meyer to confirm death by foul play or other cause. He recalled telling his daughter to share estate and insurance proceeds with Meyer's sister and noted a premium receipt was given to that sister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twin Falls
Idaho
W. J. Trueblood
Lyda Meyer Southard
Edward Meyer
Trueblood
Mr. Trueblood
Meyer
Frank TL. Stephan
Gordon McHaffe
Hardin, Mont
Hardin
Eedod Sneesaeenens
Night Train Hold Up Threatens Mexican Bandits and Officials
A group of about 20 highwaymen stopped a train near Atscapotzalis, northwest of the city, and stole a cache valued at 08,000, while causing several deaths and injuries. In a related court scene, testimony at a coroner's inquest contradicted previous statements about Miller's arm, and Officer Leary provided crucial accounts of suspects Miller, McRae, and Oechsli. The hearing adjourned for the night with jurors ordered to be kept, resuming at 9:30 today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miller
Dan McRae
Freebourn
McRae
McSity
Ahie
Jerry Leary
Washington Block
Oechsli
W. C. Arage
Guy D. Pratt
C. H. Jones
Alfred Bone
G._D. Griswold
Board Hopes Settling Strike Through Cross Examinations
Railroad and union chiefs face cross-examination as a strategy to uncover ground for agreement at the ground zero of the threatened nation wide walkouts. The board plans daily roll calls and nightly executive sessions to speed adjournments and curb lengthy debates. Railroad executives gathered in Houston for the pivotal meeting as claims clash over traffic moves and a 100 percent walkout of 600 locomotive men looms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Texas
International
Great Northern
Brotherhood of Railroad
Palestine
J. G. Goforth
C. J. Brown
Mr. Brown
State board of equalizations cuts staff in October
The state board of equalizations voted to reduce its force starting next month. John Ederton, assistant to the board, was ordered to lay off as many workers as possible and report at the next meeting how many employees remain necessary to carry on the board's duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aelena
State Board of Equalizations
John Edgerton
Poet on Trial for Desertion and Draft Resistance
Linn A. E. Gale a former Albany newspaper man photographed at Governor's Island stands trial before a court martial charged with desertion and publishing articles glorifying it while encouraging resistance to the draft. He allegedly wrote poems attacking the government and war. Gale recently fled to Mexico.
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Linn
A. E. Gale
Governor's Island
Gale
Albany, N. Y
Red
Mexico
Mexico City
Fund
Laredo
Texas
Developments of Day in Strike Situation
Reports from Chicago indicate a labor board warning against loose talk as talks with the Big Four brotherhoods suggest possible settlement while a strike remains possible. The Coliseum is slated for strike hearings with 1600 rail and union chiefs to attend. Government officials express cautious optimism that a nationwide strike may be averted though preparations and positions from several unions remain firm.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Railroad Labor Board
Tabor Board
Big Four Brotherhood
Coliseum
Labor Board
Eivision
Clevelan
New York
Cleveland Buffao
Indianapolis
Daugherty
Aig
ST. Louis
J. J. Manion
Houston —International
Great Northern
Charles and Zita Prisoners of War
The article recounts Charles and Zita holed up with royalist cabinet members in Hungary under pressure from Hungarian insurgents led by Baron Pronay. Admiral Horthy leads forces as talks with a plenipotentiary falter, and military actions continue around Torbay while the royalists retreat toward Komora. The government imposes terms for surrender and abdication, and reports mention amnesty for troops and Charles’s possible extradition.
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Charles
Baron Pronay
Oostenburg
Horthy
Rakowsky
Torbay
Arth
Hungary
Dr. Gratz
Komora
Montana Faces Beer Prescription Rules Yet No Relief
Montana lawmakers consider regulations allowing beer by prescription or medicinal sales, but Montana remains unable to quench thirst with real beer. Physicians could issue prescriptions for beer though a 0.5 percent limit and possible large quantities, potentially nullifying the intended effect. Brewers weigh impact on near beer, with Nevin Frank Co. eyeing production changes amid new rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Montana
Treasury Department
Legislative Assembly
Senate
Charles Nevin
Nevin= Frank company
Nevin Wat
Nevin
Hureka Hev
Butte
Unknown American Body Arrives in Paris for Transfer
The unknown American body arrived at Batignolles Paris tonight with Major General Alien and others. No ceremony in Paris. body to Havre tomorrow. The Legion of Honor will be conferred at Havre noon. Olympia sails 4 PM with the earth from Arlington for the unknown Soldier casket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prevs
Feith Gee Simin
Batignolies
Sineons
Paris
Alien
Aithera
Havre
De Graph: Demented Teen Kills Two Brothers in Indiana
In Warsaw Indiana on October 24 Harry Long 17 son of Elam Long a farmer nine miles west of town killed his brothers Kenneth and Russell both younger. The youth described as demented killed Kenneth with a pipe in the barn and Russell died an hour later from a skull fracture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Warsaw
Ind
Harry Long
Elam Long
Here
Kenneth
Russell
Long Farm
Harry
Black man burned at stake in Appleton case
An African American man accused in a grave incident involving Eugene P. Walker, a farmer from Appleton, South Carolina, was taken from Sheriff Bennett at Fairfax to Appleton and burned at the stake. The report notes the arrest and transfer in connection with the alleged crime.
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Prec
Allendale, & C
Kirkland
Negro
Eugene P. Walker
Appleton
8. C
Bennett
Fairfax
Side Boards on His Lordship Lonsdale in Photo
International News Service notes Lord Lonsdale, donor of the Lonsdale belt symbol of British boxing glory, at 64 still prominent in sport despite changing fashions. His whiskers once set the trend, now the image provokes a long laugh as he poses in a country visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Lord
Lonsdale
England
Lord Lonsdale
Great Britain
Regulations for medicinal beer use described in detail
The article outlines regulations for medicinal beer and other intoxicants, restricting prescriptions to licensed pharmacists and qualified physicians with permits. It specifies quantity limits, nonrefillable prescriptions, and prohibitions on questionable use, while noting manufacture must occur on licensed brewery premises and sale only in bottles or closed barrels. It also mentions state restrictions and political context surrounding the measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeler
Ser Sterling
Senate
Montana officer to receive distinguished service medal
The Montana officer, Colonel Stivers, will receive the distinguished service medal with two vice medals and four citations from generals including Pershing Petain and Joffre. He earned the Croix de Guerre with palm for Chateau Thierry actions, with citations honoring gallantry and conspicuous service. The medal will be presented by an officer from San Francisco visiting Butte.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Adjutant General
oMec
Board of Awards
Stivers
General Pershing
Marshal Petain
Marshal Joffre
Chateau Thierry
San Francisco
Butte
Telegram confirms award of distinguished service medal
Colonel Stivett received a telegram from Senator Myers last night notifying him that the distinguished service medal had been awarded. He said he was proud but had nothing to add beyond the Washington dispatch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stivett
Senator Myers
Washington Dispatch
War Chest Campaign Earnest Push by Butte Leaders
Well known business men and relief workers urged support for a new war chest campaign. Speakers from Associated Charities Knights of Columbus Salvation Army Red Cross and American Legion pledged aid to aid the needy as winter nears. Chauncey Berrien called for immediate action and urged ex servicemen to organize local fundraising with directors guiding the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tcorcs
Butte Relief Commission
C. 8
Jackman
Associated Charities
Charles Meagher
Knights of Columbus
James O'Brien
Charles R. Leonard
Salvation Army
William Gemmell
Jeshers’ Club
John Troup
American Legion
Philipsburg Soldier Dies From Gas Wounds
Philip sburg honors Jorn Ran a Fort Harrie leader and war veteran who died from gas wounds while in service. His body arrived Monday, met by the mayor and American Legion. Funeral Tuesday at 2 PM at the home in South Philipsburg with Chaplain Fred J Anstice officiating. He leaves his father, two sisters, and three brothers in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philipsburg
Jorn
Fort Harrieatne
Pattie
Beaf
Ana
Philips
E. Brccie
American Legion
Tany
Ham
South Philipsburg
Fred ‘J. Anstice
Jerman Rani
Meas
G. Ham
Robert
Edward
James
Uis Ery
Andrew Lund Found Dead in Philipsburg Cabin
Special Dispatch reports Andrew Lund, who came to Philipsburg seeking health, was found dead early this morning in his cabin by friends. Coroners and local authorities were notified and efforts to locate relatives proceeded. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
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Standard
Sphilipsburg
Andrew Land
Corones Carmiense
Heinman
eTavid
Princeton
Philipsburg
Phillipsburg News Notes Highlights Local Visitors and Events
In Phillipsburg on October 24, Mr and Mrs J A Philips of Hamilton visited with Mr and Mrs Michael Courtney. Mrs Philips is remembered by Mildred Courtney formerly of this city. William Royal of Willow Creek returned home after visiting the Robert McDonel residence. Royal Edward Brown son of Sanpar Brown of Missoula arrived Sunday. N T Brogan of Butte spent the weekend here. J L Teat of Butte attended the Bachelor Maids dancing party. Andrew Ryan of Garnet conducted business in town. Merle Carmichael, son of J A Carmichael, is improving in Portland Oregon. American Gem Mining Co suspended Sapphire mine work for winter. Charles G Ewing of St Louis president, building a bungalow near the line for summer occupancy. Marcus Neviing of Princeton arrived for mining matters. Ladies Guild of St Andrew's Episcopal will stage a fashion show and musical concert at MacDonald on Tuesday Oct 26, with the photoplay Everywoman to be shown. J A Philips returned to Hamilton Monday. Rev W J Atwood left Monday for Deer Lodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philinsburg
Philipsburg
J. A. Philips
Hamilton
Michael Courtney
Philips
Mise Mildred Courtne
William Royal
Willow Creek
Robert McDonel
Royal Edward Brown
Sanpar” Brown
Missoula
TN. Brogan
Butte
J. L. Teat
Andrew Ryan
Garnet
Portland
Ore
Merle Carmichael
J. A. Carmichael
American Gem Mining Company
Charles G. Ewing
St. Louis
Marcus Neviing
Princeton
Ladies’ Guild
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
A. Philips
W. J. Atwood
Deer Ledge
Proclamation Demands Absolute Obedience From Hungarian Army
Vienna Oct 24 Admiral Horthy regent of Hungary issued a proclamation to the Hungarian army reminding them of their oath of allegiance. He states the regent alone can relinquish his rights to the sovereign and warns that any such act would ruin the country. He demands unconditional obedience and strict execution of all orders.
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Arecanuns
Sean
Vienna
Admiral Horthy
Hungary
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