Miners hunt Walter Rippey after double assault in Pocahontas
In Pocahontas a black man named Walter Rippey attacked a white woman in Boissevain and a second woman near the West mine. Miners armed with guns searched the hills, angered by the crimes, and threats of lynching circulated though police suggested he may have been captured. Rippey, about 20, had previously frightened two girls on the Browning property last summer.
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Pocahontas
Walter Rippey
Boissevain
James Cooles
Rippey
Browningstown
J. A. Dancey
Daily Telegraph
West Mine
Po-cahontas
Robert Carr
Browning
Rae
Plenty of Money Adverts Change from the Mint
An Altamont hotel advertises abundant new money for purchases emphasizing fresh currency from the mint. The notice claims customers receive only new money and touts a continuous surplus of change. It is dated December 31.
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L. B. Reynolds
Altamont Hotel
Home Market Club Dinner Draws High Tariff Republicans
Former New York Governor Frank S. Black and Congressman Henry T. Bannon spoke at the Home Market Club annual dinner in Boston at the Hotel Somerset. Black led the event with remarks critical of the president.
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Black
New York
Boston Home Market Club
Boston
Mass
Frank S. Black
Henry T. Bannon
Portsmouth
The
Home Market Club
Hotel Somerset
Federal Troops Sent to Alaska Strike Region
Washington reports that a company of infantry from Fort Gibbon Alaska was ordered to Fairbanks to preserve order during a mining strike. U S Marshal Perry has sworn in 250 special deputies to disperse riotous strikers and protect arrivals, with saloons closed.
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Alaska
Washington
Oliver
Fort Gibbon
Fairbanks
United States Court
Roosevelt
Gen. Gell
Perry
Pall of gloom over English court deepens Portugal crisis
London reports a pall of gloom at the English court as events in Portugal including the assassination of the Portuguese king and crown prince affect King Edward. The ongoing unstable situation in Portugal and its influence on English policy are noted amid renewed apprehension for ruler safety.
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Edward
London
Portugal
England
Williamson fire logs thirty five thousand dollars loss
A fire incident at Williamson is reported with damage totaling thirty five thousand dollars. The article notes the origin as accidental and discusses broader political commentary by the speaker mentioning Roosevelt Bryan and the administration in a critical tone.
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Williamson
Moose Hotel Ruins After Quick Fire From Faulty Water
Firefighters battled a blaze that destroyed the Moose Hotel and spread to the nearby office building and frame residence. Court House New Post Office Bank and several businesses were damaged. Glass melted by heat and metalwork. Weak water pressure hampered efforts before smoke and flames were controlled.
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Court House
French drivers halted by snow on New York to Paris race
Eugene Lelouvier Maurice Dright and Max Bohnéman faced a halt near Philadelphia after leaving New York on the New York to Paris via Siberia race. The crew reported a malfunction and would resume tomorrow. Albany reports show four cars reaching and passing through with heavy snow causing delays.
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New York-to-Paris
Automobiles de Layed
Philadelphia
Eugene Lelouvier
Maurice Dright
Max Bohnéman
Albany
N. Y
New York-to
Paris
Siberia
Lieut. Kopper
Hudson
Rhinebeck
Kingston
Rioting in Bombay During Moharram Clash Leaves Several Dead
During Moharram celebrations in Bombay a clash between Sunnites and Shiaps led to police arrests. A mob demanded release, stoned officers injuring two. European officers opened fire killing at least five and wounding forty.
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Bombay
Police Commission
Chicago Cincinnati Saville Railroad Placed In Receivership
In Indianapolis James P. Goodrich appointed receiver after representations by George A. Fernald & Co of Boston. A $66,000 bond was filed and he departed for Cincinnati to manage the property.
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Indianapolis
Ind
George A. Fernald & Co
Boston
Mass
Chicago, Cincinnati & Saville Railroad Company
United States Circuit Court
James P. Goodrich
Cincinnati
Missouri in Line: Livings ton County Backs Local Option
Chillicothe Mo February 13 Livings ton county voted in favor of local option by a four to one margin. A large turnout reported with sixty nine of Missouri's one hundred fourteen counties already voting for prohibition.
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Livingston County
Chillicothe
Missouri
English Fighter Jimmy Butler Defeats Al Smith in Fifteenth
English fighter Jimmy Butler defeated American Al Smith in the fifteenth round at Aberdeen Washington. The bout occurred last night with Butler earning the victory in a closely contested match.
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Jimmy Butler
al Smith
California
Aberdeen
Wash
Jimmy Buter
England
Moose Hotel Fire in Williamson Destroys Multiple Structures
A fire at 5 this morning in Williamson, West Virginia, destroyed the three story Moose Hotel and adjacent buildings, causing extensive losses. The blaze damaged the law offices of Sheppard Goodykoonta Scherr and parts of the Beavers residence, with water pressure hindering firemen. Insurance covers portions of the losses, and a new hotel investment is planned to ease local accommodations.
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Goody Koonuts & Scherr
Alex Beavers
Juhling Bros
J. P. Wayman
Moose Ant
Hce
Mingo County Bank
H. D. Hatfield
Kekman
The
Moose
Sheppard, Goodykoonta & Schery
Beavers
R. Frank Taylor
Champ Clark Speech Ends House Debate on Appropriation
Washington Feb. 13 General Champ Clark of Missouri wrapped up a lengthy House debate on the legislative appropriation bid. His one and a half hour speech drew an ovation from both Democrats and Republicans after lively remarks on current issues.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Champ, Clark
Missouri
House
Senate Deliberates National Bank Reserves and Alcohol Control
Washington news notes the Senate discussing reserves in national banks led by Senator Rymner and revisiting Aldrich currency. The criminal code debate centered on substituting the old law to curb transporting intoxicants into dry states or counties. Senate adjourned at 6:20 p m until tomorrow.
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Washington
Senate
Rymner
Clay
Railroad Detective Shot Near Venice
Two men named Fred Wilson and Robert Uardt are arrested in St. Louis after shooting railroad detective Martin McNichol following an incident on a Chicago and Alton freight train near Venice. A pursuit ensued, with gunfire from both sides. Wilson and Hardt were captured, and a nitroglycerin formula was found on Wilson.
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St. Louis
Fred Wilson
Robert Uardt
Martin McNichol
Chicago & Alton
Venice
Itl
McNichol
Lee Davidson
Chase Eberhert
Wilson
Hardt
Admiral Evans Reported Improving Health at Sea
Telegram from Admiral Simpson of the Chilean fleet to the Navy Department describes Evans fleet progress through the Straits of Magellan. Admiral Evans is noted as much better in health and requests updates from the fleet at sea.
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Washington
Navy Department
Admiral Simpson
Admiral Evans
Straits of Magellan
Farrar in Critical Condition At Keister Sanitarium
J. Blair Farrar remains in critical condition with little hope of recovery. He has been moved to Keister Sanitarium for an operation to remove fluid around the heart in a bid to relieve symptoms and extend his life.
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Roanoke World
J. Blair Farrar
Keister Sanitarium
Valentine secret flavor haunts dessert menu
A playful note hints that dessert lovers may be swept away by Blue Ribbon Vanilla. The line suggests a bold tasting experience that aims to please, with romantic imagery tied to indulgent treats.
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Valentine
Pedigo's Clearance Sale Extends Week with New Curtains
Pedigo's Clearance Sale continues through Saturday for a final day. Lace curtains and other lines have been added to the stock, and a bold promotion asks readers to place ads now as items are expected to move quickly.
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Pedigo
Royal turmoil and assassination fears shadow European courts
King Edward's troubled mood grows as anxieties over Spanish royal safety and the czarina's illness ripple through the English court. Reports describe the red terror's reach, a push toward convalescence in Europe, and a looming threat to Alfonso, Carlota, and Princess Henry of Battenberg. A trial in Christiansburg begins with a murder case as jurors remain incomplete.
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Edward
Carlos
St. James
Marquis de Several
England
Lisbon
Spain
Ena
Alfonso
Brde
Henry of Battenberg
St. Petersburg
Totus
Dividends Declared By Union Pacific and Southern Pacific
New York February 14 Union Pacific declares a quarterly dividend of 24 percent on common stock and a 2 percent semi annual dividend on preferred stock. Southern Pacific declares a quarterly dividend of 14 percent on common stock.
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New York
Union Pacific
The
Southern Pacific
Ridgeley to Head Reorganized National Bank of Commerce
Washington reports on strong authority that W. B. Ridgeley comptroller of the currency will accept the presidency of the reorganized National Bank of Commerce in Kansas City. The bank had suspended payments amid late stringency.
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Kansas City Bank
Washington
W. B. Ridgeley
Reorganized
National Bank of Commercce
Kansas City
Mississippi Prohibition Bill Passes Legislature
Jackson Miss Feb 18 The senate approved the statutory prohibition bill by 46 to 4. The measure becomes law effective December 31st.
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State Senate
Jackson, Miss
Senate
Trial Opens in Roanoke for Cauthorn in Jones Killing
In Christiansburg, Frank Cauthorn faces circuit court in Roanoke on charges for the murder of Mrs. Ada Jones two weeks earlier. The day focused on jury selection with Cauthorn pleading not guilty, claiming guilt. Defense plans insanity, with Dr. Drewry and Dr. Priddy aiding, as Cauthorn cites love and Mrs Jones’ marriage to another as motives.
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Ada Jones
Christiansburg
Moffett
W. F. Drewry
Petersburg
Eastern Hospital For
G. W. Priddy
Marion
Western Hospital
Cawthorn
Wisconsin for Bryan gains solid Democratic delegation
Wisconsin will send a solid delegation to the Democratic national convention in Denver pledged to Bryan. District caucuses named delegates for state convention confirmation. Tomorrow the battle for at large delegates will unfold with H. H. Manson likely to win one, and figures like John A. Aylward and ex Governor George W. Peck among possible delegates.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
Denver
William J. Bryan
Davidson
H. H. Manson
John F. Doherty
la Crosse
John A. Aylward
Weisse
Melvin A. Hoyt
The
Milwaukee Daily News
Dr. H. Grady
Portage
Patrick H. Martin
Green Bay
George W. Peck
Murphy
Beveridge addresses Lincoln League gathering at Wabash
Senator Beveridge spoke to an Indiana Lincoln League of Republican Clubs in Wabash with delegates from across the state. K. E. Gates, the retiring president, presented him as the event topped the league’s history.
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Indiana
Lincoln League of Republican Clubs
Wabash
Ind
Beveridge
Lincoln League of Republica Clubs
Lincoln League
K. E. Gates
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