Robbers killed by messenger on Texas train hold-up
In far western Texas near the Mexican border an express messenger, David A. Trousdale, killed two bandits during a Southern Pacific train robbery near the Big Bend. Trousdale thwarted the hold-up by feigning willing hand to a package, then struck. The robbers were shot and killed. the third suspected bandit fled, raising horses toward the border. Trousdale, a Tennessee native, 33, had recently been promoted and worked in San Antonio.
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Chamber Committee Meets As Lecture Planned Tonight
A city chamber committee meeting disclosed only informal discussion with nothing to report. Rev Robert Johnston will speak tonight at 8 p.m. on Life and Sport in Canada at Haring Street Presbyterian church with free seats and stereopticon views. Sam Stinson, a Negro felon, was captured after a chase and fight and turned over to the jailer for holding in the Tower following terrorizing incidents in the Ben Hill area.
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Millinery Opening at Smith & Biggins
Smith & Biggins on the west side announces today’s Spring Millinery Opening with special exhibits from 8 AM. Wurm’s orchestra plays two concerts, 3–5 PM and 8–10 PM. The first opening in the new building showcases elaborate decor with vines, blossoms, and dazzling hats for every occasion, including Abby shape, sailor styles, flowers, feathers, ribbons, and novelty straws.
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Landon Cabman
Mourner’s Roster Grows from Local Deaths in Georgia
Obituaries report George Hall dying in Atlanta at 41, with burial in city. Survivors include two sisters and two brothers in Georgia and Alabama. Also noted are Mrs Mary Beaumont of Los Angeles, and local deaths in Marietta and Waycross with funeral details and family survivors. Interments set in Los Angeles and Georgia churches.
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R. G. Wilby
W. E B. Hall
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Halwan
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Greene County
Nashville, Tenn
Los Angeles
Barbecue Spat Between Zimmer and West Delights Atlanta Crowd
At a barbecue hosted by an Atlanta hotel, Farmers Bill Zimmer and Tea Merchant Edward West traded long humorous jabs and letters in a playful battle of wits. Referee Randy Chapman halted the exchange as attendees, including Ward and Voices Company members, laughed at volleys from both sides while praising Zimmer’s hospitality.
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Edward West
Atlanta Hotele
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Atlanta
Sandy Chipman
Soldiers March to Restore Ruler Across China
Four gun boats dispatched to Canton from Hong Kong. An eye witness reports a massacre with about one thousand killed. British Kinsha gunboat damaged and forced to shift anchorage. General Sheng Yun leads 10,000 troops toward Pekin to restore the emperor. Diplomats fear total government breakdown and enduring chaos across northern and central China amid competing armies and secession talk.
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Gypsy Band Brings $5000 Roll Under Police Guard
Gypsy chieftain John Stevens claimed foes pursue his troupe after arriving in Atlanta at 7 30 PM They guard the caravan over eight hours with Policeman F E Vaughan escorting to Terminal station They plan to travel to Landatown to farm 5000 acres and start cotton culture with protection from Augusta telegraph authorities.
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Turmoil in Canton as 2000 Hakkas threaten Swatow region
News from Canton describes clashes near Swatow with 2000 Hakkas and local garrison resistance. Forty killed and sixty wounded in a battle at Chowyang. General Wu Jun departs with 2000 troops to quell disturbances. Moniter Monterey at Canton. British gunboat Moor damaged. foreign settlements and missions face fire. Peace efforts intensify. soldiers paid for rifles turned in.
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Punny reminiscence of Bishop Smith at Acorn Club
A Philadelphia audience at the Acorn Club heard a young lady praise the wit of Bishop Mackay Smith. She recalled his quip about whether bathing on Sunday in the Atlantic off Palm Beach would be wrong, to which he quipped that he has no jurisdiction over that sea.
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Tafts Kansas primary methods spur Governor Stubbs protest
Governor WW F Stubbs telegraphed President Taft charging that Taft appointees use disreputable tactics to push a caucus and convention system in Kansas. He warns it would disenfranchise 90 percent of Kansas Republicans and alleges federal patronage is being reshaped before committeemen. Congressman Anthony counters Stubbs. Republican committees in four Kansas districts back the Taft delegate plan and denounce the administration.
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D D D Prescription for Eczema Promises Instant Relief
An advertisement claims D D D Prescription for Eczema endures years of use as the sole reliable remedy. It asserts the initial drops stop itching immediately, washing away disease germs and restoring healthy skin, with a full size bottle or refund if no instant relief, at Jacobs' Pharmacies.
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Where Washington Doesn't Fit from Harper's Weekly
The Springfield Republican critiques Roosevelt's third term explanation as audacious and flawed. It argues the anti third term rule arose from anti third consecutive terms, not convention rules, noting no convention existed before 1831 and suggesting Washington may be excluded from the discussion.
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Harper's Weekly
Springfield Republican
Roosevelt
United States
Hie
Lincoln
Tariff Speech Recalled as an Old Conundrum
A Washington Star quip recalls a long running tariff speech by a man who never seems to grasp it. Senator Sorgum notes the oration is like a conundrum that loses its impact once solved.
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Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
A Spoilsport from the Detroit Free Press
A fragmentary cartoon caption from The Detroit Free Press depicts a debate over medicine and disease. A doctor forecasts a future with no disease, prompting quips about quitting poker, sick friends, and a wife’s health, reflecting social humor of the era.
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Detroit Free Press
Prizes Worth 20000 In Constitution Campaign
A campaign seeks nominees for a nationwide prize draw worth 20000 with 40 prizes including automobiles, Panos, Gratonolas and gold watches. Citizens may nominate, vote via tissue coupons or special ballots, and districts may vote for any contestant. Details and contact info for The Constitution Campaign Department are provided.
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Constitution
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