Battle near Guaymas as rebels advance and federals retreat
Guaymas proper bombarded by insurgents as 3,000 state troops press from the center. About 400 dead reported on both sides. 150 federal soldiers and 35 officers captured. 10 machine guns abandoned. Major military movements unfold from Agua Prieta and Maytorena with cavalry, while Parral falls to constitutionalists and the federal garrison evacuates toward Chihuahua City.
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Honora
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Euay
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Antonio Radago
The Porter Family Versus Advertised Wealth
An article contrasts Porters who live comfortably with less money, urging readers to study ads in The Constitution for savings. It highlights items like Irish potatoes, suits, dresses, and household goods at discounted prices as examples of prudent shopping.
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Norfolk
Gordon
Congressman's Resignation Over Seat Contested
Washington May 9 Representative H Olin Young Republican of Ishpem ing Mich announced his intention to resign his seat amid a contested election. He said 458 votes intended for William J McDonald were not counted and that holding the seat would be improper. The state canvassers certified Young with an apparent majority of 781 after 438 ballots had been mistaken for McDonald. Young prepared his resignation to be sent to the Michigan secretary of state and to the speaker of the house. He said the 458 votes would change the outcome against him.
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Washington
H. Olin Young Republican
Ishpem- Ing
Mich
Willam J McDonald
McDonald
State Board of Canvassers
Young
Sheldon Willingy
Segal
Board of
Michigan
Jana Herald
William J McDonald
House
Koung
Murdock
Hinsbough
Youngs
MacDonald
Hall Killed by Hall After Lie Is Passed
Dennis Hall was shot and killed by I B Hall after a quarrel in Tifton. The coroner ruled death a gunshot wound caused by I B Hall and charged him with murder. Neighbors noted repeated strife between the men over a leased home and eviction efforts.
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Hall
Lie
I B Hall
Dennis Hall
Tifton
A B C's of Atlanta Classifieds Feature
The Constitution promotes the A B C s of Atlanta in the Classifieds urging readers to consider bids from various firms and individuals offering worthy goods or services at special prices. The column invites daily habit of reading for opportunities.
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The
Constitution
Atlanta
Stabbing at Georgia pool hall shocks Atlanta
Owen Gilbert, manager of Scherrer's cafe, was stabbed at about 5 PM in the Georgia pool room at 40 Peachtree Street by 18 year old Arthur Bridwell. Bridwell fled to the Atlanta theater where he was arrested after a struggle with poolroom manager J F Grogan. Police continued to question Bridwell as doctors operated on Gilbert who was gravely wounded with the knife penetrating to the kidneys.
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Owen Gilbert
Scherrer
Georgia
Peachtree Street
Arthur Bridwell
Gibert
Sierman
Bridwell
Atlanta
Plathclothes
Green
MeKibben
Gilbert
J F Grogan
Grogan
Pendhtres
Unwritten Law Plea Fails to Save Man in Georgia Murder
Sylvester Georgia May 10 Alva F Short found guilty of murder with mercy recommendation after jury deliberation since 9 pm Thursday. Co-defendant Linwood W Bundy linked to the crime. Lundy trial postponed to June 16. Killing occurred April 9 near a main block. disputed motive involved alleged threats to wife and drive to force Bass to leave the county. Short claimed lack of intent and said Bass grasped a pistol before being shot in the back of the neck and chest. Letters found on Bass urged departure to a designated road spot. Short admitted writing them to probe possible improper conduct by Bass toward his wife. The state cites conspiracy with Lundy. Lundy alibi contested. trial set for June.
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Tiftone
Specia
Dennis Hall
I B Hall
Den
Tifton
Ieb Hall
Dennta Hall
Hhe
Dennis
Police
Thrasher
Trasher
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I B
Stig
Jam Nes
Tobe Hall
Moultrie
Uving
Titten
Laurens County
Sylvester
Alva F Short
J Douglas Bass
I Short
Linwood W Bundy
Lundy
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Bass
Short
Basa
Fred
Shorts
Borden-Wheeler Springs hotel to open May 20
Rin May 10 Special The famous Borden Wheeler Springs hotel will open for business May 20 under the management of Dick Lindsay a well known operator to patrons of the resort for years Messrs Wheeler Wincelar are the new proprietors this season and a large force is engaged in putting the property in splendid condition for the season.
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Borden-Wheeler Springs Rin
Borden- Wheeler Springs
Dick Lindsay
Messrs Wheeler & Wincelar
O Hara and Maud Robinson Testify in Immorality Inquiry
Chicago May 10 Maud Robinson accuser and Lieutenant Governor Bar ratt O Hara respondent in immorality accusations told Senate Investigation Committee testimony differing only on one detail. Robinson claimed O Hara visited her hotel suite January 17 while a separate account placed him with Frank Jacobson, the Press Club, and a noon lunch, then home with Jacobson. O Hara and Jacobson supported a timeline including a Lambs Cafe visit, a late poker session, and a theater box, with checks and witnesses to corroborate.
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Maud Robinson
Barratt O'Hara
Senate
Senate Investigation Committee
Ming Robinson
O'Hara
Sherman
Mise Robinson
Thomas Vredenburch
Harry Gibbons
Miss Robbinson
Lambs
Hara
Frank J Jacobson
Lamb’s
Jacobs Gon
Jacobson
Press Club
Presa
Olympic Theater
Vredenburgh
Springfield
Mise Robison
Detective Shot in Crap Game Raid on Alexander Street
Detective Sam Webb was shot in the jaw during a raid on a negro crap game on Alexander Street. The shooter escaped via an alley, about a dozen players fled in the ensuing confusion. Webb was treated by Dr J A Alley and taken to Grady Hospital by a patrol wagon. Police and detectives conducted a manhunt in the area.
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Sam Webb
W B Harper
Alexander Street
Peachtrees
Webb
J. A. Alley
Peachties Inn
Grady Hospital
Grady Hospital In G C. Dug- Bar
Harper
Mrs Longstreet Fights Hema Postmaster Nomination
Mrs Helen D Longstreet arrives in Washington to block the nomination of H W Hema for Gainesville postmaster. She appeals to senators from both parties to oppose the change and plans to present her case to President Wilson. Representative Bell offers no action to stall the confirmation.
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John Corrigan, Jr
Washington
Helen D Longstreet
H. W Hema
Gainesville
Georgia
Pasident Wilson
Bell Hag
Officer testifies Frank seen with young girl in Druid Hills woods
A special officer in the Druid Hills Land Co records says Leo M. Frank and a young girl were observed in a woodland area near Ponce de Leon, with Frank admitting an immoral purpose. The witness followed them, warned no arrest, and saw them depart toward Clifton car, in 1 summer afternoon scouting.
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Robert P Houac
Leo M. Frank
Mary Phagan
Toot of
Druid Hills Park
Frank
Druid Hilla Land Company Severs
Druid Hills
Phazan
Theman
National
Ponce de Leon
House
Anya
Weather Prophecy Local Showers Forecast
Georgia forecast calls for local showers with possible thunderstorms Sunday and Monday. Section director notes uncertain timing and reinforces caution for outdoor plans.
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Georgia
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