Shotgun Killing Near White Plains Lands Man in Prison
Jim Hyatt, 22, armed with a shotgun, allegedly killed Tom Wood in his bedroom on the Teague place near White Plains while Wood lay ill. Hyatt, said to act unprovoked, fled as Mrs. Wood witnessed the scene and extinguished the flames on Wood’s clothing. The incident occurred Tuesday afternoon and Hyatt is reported in county custody.
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Simpson Appointed Bishop in Interim Birmingham District
Dr. J. D. Simpson, president of Birmingham College and former Anniston pastor, is appointed by Bishop E. E. Hoss to serve as presiding elder of the Birmingham district replacing Dr. Frank P. Culver. The post lasts about six months until the North Alabama Conference meets in November.
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Texas
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North Alabama
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West End
Guntersville
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Anniston
J. H. McCoy
Strike Ends As Major Lines Adopt New Wage Scale
Liverpool reports the international marine strike concludes with union officials announcing victory in their push for higher wages. Cunard, Allen, American, White Star, and Dominion Line jointly adopt the new wage scale.
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White Star
Dominion
World steel trust planned as Judge Garry sails for Brussels
Judge Garry head of United States Steel Corporation sails to Europe for an international conference in Brussels. He denies plans to control prices but acknowledges possible cooperation with foreign concerns through personal contacts.
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New York
Judge Garry
United States Steel Corporation
Europe
Brussels
Garry
Sunday School Convention at Weaver Calhoun District 1
A District 1 meeting of the Calhoun County Sunday School Association will convene at the Weaver Baptist Church on June 25. President C A Hollingsworth announced the program with lessons, sermons, and district reports, followed by dinner on the grounds and a call for all area Sunday schools to send delegates.
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Banner
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Anniston
N. L. Myerson
First Pythian District
First District Association
Rathbone Lodge
Wisconsin Senate to Probe Lorimer Link in Vote Bribery Claim
June 21 report notes likely new Lorimer case as Wisconsin lower house backs a Senate resolution asserting that United States Senator Stephenson secured his election by bribery and influence. The piece signals forthcoming Senate action on the bribery claim.
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Coronation Sole Topic In Old London This Week
Londoners buzz about the forthcoming coronation of King George and Queen Mary as crowds flock to witness grand processions and state ceremonies. Royal visitors include Prince Fushimi and Admiral Togo of Japan, Prince Henry of Prussia, and European royals, with two major processions planned through central London.
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Governor Marshall Delivers Penn Commencement Address
Governor Marshall of Indiana spoke at the University of Pennsylvania commencement in Philadelphia. More than 550 students received diplomas, the largest class in the university’s history.
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Philadelphia
Anniversary Observance Marks Diaz Victory In Mexico City
Provisional government tightened security in Mexico City to prevent disturbances during the anniversary of Diaz forces capturing the capital on June 21 1867. The commemoration has long been a city holiday noting Liberal successes ending the Napoleonic invasion.
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Young Husband Drowned on Honeymoon Trip
Harry Mullen aged 23 husband of three months drowned last night at Biloxi Mississippi during his honeymoon trip with his bride. He was with his wife when the accident occurred.
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Anselm Braams Named Provisional Portuguese President
In Lisbon on June 21 Anselm Braams camp appointed provisional president of the Portuguese republic replacing former President Braga after election by a constituent assembly.
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Anselm Braams Camp
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Policeman Martin Shied Donates Blood to Save Mother
Police Officer Martin Shied underwent a blood transfusion for his mother and is rapidly recovering, returning to duty. Mrs. Shied also shows rapid improvement and is expected to recover soon. He had asked the United States Senate to investigate his election.
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Martin Shied
Senators Lea and wife show signs of recovery at hospital
The physicians at University hospital stated Sena, of tor and Mrs. Lea are rapidly improving. Senator Lea remains weak from loss of blood but is expected to be able to be out in a few days. Mrs. Lea is believed to be on the road to recovery.
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Indictments Expected Against Lumber Trust Figures
Indictments are expected late today against members of the lumber trust following the grand jury investigation in Chicago. Reported true bills involve scores of men prominent in the Middle West lumber industry in the Federal court.
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Chicago
Middle West
Underwood Wool Tariff Bill Clears House
Washington reports the Underwood bill passing the House 221 to 100 and moving to the Senate. A Republican senator warned chances for reform are slim as the Senate lineup opposes tariff revision, especially on wool, likely routing the measure to committee for the extra session.
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Taft Attends Yale Commencement Exercises in New Haven
President Taft was among the distinguished guests at Yale University commencement in New Haven. Guests joined the procession from campus to Woolsey Hall for graduation ceremonies, followed by an alumni assembly and dinner and the President's reception in Memorial Hall.
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Taft
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White Star Liner Olympic Completes Maiden North River Voyage
The White Star liner Olympic arrived at her pier at 8:50 AM completing her maiden voyage up the North River. The giant ship traveled from across the sea in five days sixteen hours and forty two minutes with an average speed of 21.7 knots.
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New York
North River
White Star
Olympic
Cross Country Ride to Ingram Wells a Revelation
Editor of The Star and his wife tour in the country to Ingram Wells near Chatels ie. The trip reveals scenic farms and high cultivation. Crop outlook says Calhoun area crops are in excellent condition with tall plant growth and ample field prospects for the fleecy staple this fall. Corn crop also in good shape, reminiscent of Western plains.
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Ingram Wells
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