Better Death Than A Life Behind Bars Letter
A Boston death row letter from Charlie Tucker to his parents asks for ten days to pass before it is opened. He insists on innocence, praises his parents, and describes an easy death rather than life imprisonment. He requests his personal belongings be sent to relatives and asks his attorney James H. Vahey to deliver the note after death.
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Tyne
Charles L. Teker
James H. Vahey
Tait Tucker
Nistathey
James
Mr. Vishay
Papa
Louis
Walter
Ines
Florence
Parconte
Charlie
Levine
Charlestown
Mags
Tremont Street
Mass
Kinball
Tucker
Chico Cigars Spark Fresh Friendships at Kendrick Co
Kendrick Co. markets Chico cigars as a quality Havana filler mild smoke. Local dealers Wadaworth Bros. tout strong early sales with repeat customers like Arua who tried the cigar yesterday and plans to buy again. Priced at five to ten cents, they claim superior taste to many ten centers and aim to expand statewide.
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Chico
Aee
Good Kendrick & Co
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Heba
Fox
Todey
Arua
Kendrick
Havana
Tohasco
Kendrick & Co
Union Town Demands Union Label Purchases
A local appeal urges Harre area workers and their wives to buy only goods bearing the Union Label. The note notes pride in a union town but condemns products from convict labor and calls for buyers to support union-made items whenever possible.
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Harre
Het
Nm Union Town
Curety
Lebor
Cleveland Drops to Third as Results Shake Standings
Baseball roundup notes Cleveland's fall to third in the American League after New York beat them 9 to 2 while Philadelphia defeated Detroit 4 to 0. Washington also lost to Chicago 3 to 0. In the National League, Chicago led, with Pittsburgh strong in pursuit, as Boston won 2 to 1 over St Louis. American results included St Louis defeating Boston 1 to 0, and New York beating Cleveland 3 to 0. National results had Boston 2 St Louis 1, New York 2 Cincinnati 1, Brooklyn 4 Philadelphia 2, and Pittsburgh 3 Philadelphia 0.
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Philadelphia Athletics
New York
Philadelphia
Detroit
Detroits
Blane
Washington
Chicago
Scott
Nationals
Pittsburg
Boston Nationals
St. Louis
Boston
St. Louie
Cincinnati
Tooke Iee
Wronklyn
Pittsboro
Cadrelleselladstonia
San St
Lannie
Wi ‘Ashi
Mass
Family custody clash sparks public scene on Chuck Street
A Burlington crowd watched Dr and Mrs J W Merrow's boy, about seven, cry for his mother as the father attempted to take him. Under a divorce decree the boy should stay with the mother, but the father was allowed to visit. Mayor Burke intervened, ordering the boy released to his mother and sending all home after a brief parley.
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Burlington
Chuck Street
Mra
J. W. Merrow
Von
Ander
Beng
de. Merrin
Oxford scholar wins first in final examination
An Oxonian student, C F Inker, from BL John's College Oxford, secured first place in the final examination of English literature. A Virginian Rhodesian scholar also won a degree certificate and merit for research in P h y s i a l e w at New College Oxford.
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Bay
Farkotor
C.f.ynker- Treba
BL. John's College, Oxfort
de Ay Papin
New Steele
New Collype
Oxford
Phyalew
Kentucky court rules on race in education case
The Kentucky Court of Appeals today upheld the 1914 law barring race in education, ruling the statute does not violate the Bill of Rights or the Fourteenth Amendment. The decision leaves the case to be appealed to the United States Supreme Court.
Three Master Goes Down Off Cape Fear Bay
A three masted vessel foundered off Cape Fear Bay near Wilhington North Carolina with uncertain salvage prospects. Maritime authorities reported no definite recovery of crew or cargo as weather hampered search efforts.
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Wilhington
N.C
Tmantad Echeusirr
Cape Fear Bay
Honest or Dishonesty in Patent Medicines Debunked
The article denounces extravagant claims by patent medicine makers who assert cures for all diseases using alcohol based tonics. It praises Magee's Malt Emulsion as non alcoholic, safe, and permanent for respiratory and wasting diseases, claiming it builds tissues and improves circulation without deception. It urges consulting physicians and notes Magee's Malt Emulsion is available at local druggists.
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Will Atford
Magee
North
Malin Street
Narre
Insurance firms reach 23 percent rate agreement in Oakland
San Francisco reports sixty insurance companies agreed at a meeting in Oakland to lower rates by 23 percent. Thirty firms refused to join and twenty remained undecided. Names of those who sign are being kept secret.
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San Francisco
Oakland
Ee Pees
Thiowe
Wlgn
Free Dyspepsia Remedy Offer at Half Price
An advertisement touts Dr Howard's Dyspepsia specific offered at half price with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. It claims a free trial with purchase and asserts the remedy cures constipation and dyspepsia, including testimonials from Mrs Charlotte W Wallace of Manchester New Hampshire.
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Alose
Howard
Charlotte W. Wallace
Manclesire
N. H
Summer Drinks Offer Sample Case Now Available
Our cooling and refreshing summer drinks are highlighted in a new offer. If you have not tried our goods, order a sample case to experience the variety and refreshing taste.
Congress to adjourn soon and canal bill ahead
Washington reports the Senate steering committee discussed adjournment plans for Congress amid delays. They expected to vote on the canal type across the isthmus and push the civil and general deficiency bills through, with the House not meeting this session. The Senate will ratify the Algeciras treaty and confirm several key nominations before adjournment.
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Congress
Renator Hale
Senate
Ledge
Possitie
Buryows
Dubsis
Ohio
Burrows
Smoot
Denderabs
Dittredge
Wea
Iit Service
Gill’ Akal
House
Algeciras
Wickerstam
United States
Alanka
Benjamin P. Markes
Congress Strikes Snag In Panama Canal Debate
Washington June 14 An unexpected hold threatens adjournment as talks continue between Secretary Walt Speaker Cannon and Chairman Heyman on canal legislation There is a chance an amendment could be made to the lock plan before adjournment potentially altering the canal project’s fate and delaying final action.
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Washington
Panama Canal
Walt
Cannon
Heyiarn
Wich
150 New Meat Inspectors for Washington D C
A government plan proposes filling 150 meat inspector positions in Washington with veterinarians as the chief requirement. The salary ranges from 2 000 to 2 400 per year, with examinations to be conducted in various cities after the law is enacted. The effort aims to staff the new meat inspection system once approved.
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Washington
Gonery Fekien
Independent oil operators urge special session to stop rail discrimination
Cleveland reports residents urge Gov Pattison to call a special session of the Legislature. Letters from citizens demand two laws to ensure fair play against the Standard Oil Company. They cite Kansas anti discrimination moves that lowered freight rates, allowing independent operators to compete on equal terms.
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Cleveland
Jane H
Westerlay
Pattison
Hieber
Kansas
Che Vast Combine
Not Candidate. Treasury Secretary Stew Denies Rumors
Leslie M. Stew, secretary of the treasury, declares he is not a candidate for the presidency and explains his private business besides confirming his movement rumors. He is seen escaping questions during a Chicago Federal Building corridor interview while denying collusion with Judge Landis.
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Obieayi
Dane
Wall Street
Leslie M. Stew
Ciieage
Shaw
Landis
Dace Newnan
Socialism Gains Ground Among Miners in Coal Regions
In Wilkesbarre and Hazelton area, foreign-born miners in the anthracite belt convened with about 32 union locals represented. They back a Socialist ticket in a forthcoming election, with Willi Dettrick named for Congress and Charles Gildes for lieutenant governor, arguing public ownership would aid workers.
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Willi Dettrick
Haxelton
Mine Workers’ Union
Sconciliation Board
Labor's Rights Asserted By AFL Leader In Speech
Washington June-Rangel Gompers, AFL president, told binding convention unions will defend rights by pressing Congress for labor laws. He warned against wealth and power threatening lawmakers, saying unions will challenge perceived privilege and keep Congress guessing post election.
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D.C
Rangel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Iti
Congress
Dhemand
United States
Mentors of
Bryan in 8st Petersburg tour amid political turmoil
Mr and Mrs Bryan arrive in St Petersburg from Berlin to view the Russian parliament and the epochal political struggle in Moesia. They plan to travel to Stockholm and Christiania en route to London where Mr Bryan will speak on the fourth of duty. They expect to meet Moesia leaders and discuss state governor meetings for senate elections.
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Jane William J
Bryan
Berlin
Stockholm
Christiania
London
Bing Haakon
New York
Moesia
Ile Hon
Duna
Popular Movement
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Jewer
Bryan Salt Tie
Seay
Ouimmine
Atenre Eoponted
Wetlow
Pupatber Vite
Castellane Won't Fight Amid Divorce Case Progress
Tetris June 14 report notes Castellane’s divorce proceedings advancing toward final hearing with possible decree and debt adjustment for creditors. A separate dispatch from St. Petersburg dated June 14 mentions the League of Military Regeneration pledging devotion to the emperor and officers being toured here.
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Castellane
Cott Ronis Crediters
Amd
St. Petersburg
Une
Tyes Boen
Roosevelt Awarded Honorary Membership Amid Ceremony
An unclear report describes Roosevelt receiving an honorary membership from a group led by Senator Kittredge of South Makota. The event included formal certificates and expressions of recognition, amid a ceremonial atmosphere.
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Washington
Flamevelé
Wat Wade
Lim
Kittredge
South Makota
Fine Ice Cream Parlor Opens with Real Fruit Strawberry
A new Ice Cream Parlor affiliated with the Frit Store offers the finest ice creams including strawberry made from real fruit. They provide wholesale and retail services with delivery for gallon orders and up.
He Had Loved An Actress And Joined The Army
Charles Rogers son of AWJ Rogers president of Borden Condensed Milk Company enlisted in the US Army serving as a private in the Fifteenth Cavalry stationed abroad. His engagement to actress May Leslie displeased his father who threatened to disinherit him and cut off his allowance. relatives report Rogers left home willingly seeking a quiet army life, while May Leslie declined to discuss details.
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Charles Rogers
AW. J. Roger
Borden Condensed Milk Company
Bine
United States Army
Mayr Lestie
Mise Leslie
Lesli
Enet
Rogers
Wonderland” Company
Playme
Majestic ‘Theatre
Stoprs
Roger
The Rogers Family Wealth and a Son’s Errant Life
A wealthy Rogers family in Orange County faced use of a son’s fortune as he faced marriage and the lure of money. Despite parental blessing, concerns arose about the son joining the military service under family influence and the temptation of squandered riches.
Revolt in open city sparks clashes and casualties
A London telegraph report describes a revolt in a European town led by officials linked to public works. The mob seized control, expelled the representative of the Nas i family, and replaced a city hall bust. Government rubles were defaced and street clashes followed with reported casualties.
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Stein
Comermatt Evitnyt
Senate
Nasi
Tora
Tows Hall
Sox
Beal Ocean National
Civil Service Board Members Jailed for Contempt
New York June 14 The review of the New York City civil service commission members led to their commitment to jail for contempt of court in the Brooks case. The court ordered ten members held, with the decision noted by Justice Marean.
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New York City
W Municipal Vivil Servicer Commission
Marean
Royal Assurance Chief Reveals Large Fire Loss Details
At a meeting in Frisco Royal Assurance Corporation discussed a 20 million dollar fire loss. Sir Neville Lubbocka announced a loan arrangement and suggested a reasonable compromise in settling claims following the earthquake damage.
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Frisco
von Ha Royal Awssuraner
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