Defense rests as murder trial nears verdict
Court heard long testimonial days as defense and state presented witnesses about Will Cook Ernest Sanderson and family alibis and statements. Coroner notes and chain evidence were discussed while questions about timing of the Sunday evening hours linger and Jury waits for final arguments.
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Ernest Sanderson
Orville Sanderson
Dag
Dulcey Watkins
Wright Peek
Lisa
Wes Cook
Alonzo McFarren
Pres Sanderson
Ernest Vote
Will Cook
Cook
Sanderson
Ormsby
Mrnest
Walter Ayres
Ollie Sanderson
Otto Cook
Orville
Will
Ernest
Fradaheker
Mrs Hash Eddington Is Said Quite Sick
Mr and Mrs Eddington visited Redkey last evening to be at the bedside of their daughter Mrs Hash Eddington who is reported quite ill with illness.
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Benjamin Sawyer
Redkey
Hash Eddington
Knowlton Sues Over Child Custody in Portland Matter
In Indianapolis, C Francis Knowlton’s firm files for a custody receiver to place a child with parents best able to care for it. Ulysses G Current and Lawrence QC Bergim state no funds exist to pay for services and seek guardianship through the court.
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Indianapolis
Shartford
Celina
C. Francis
Seat AG
Cook murder trial draws huge crowds in session
Florence Sawyer hosts dinner for Miss Josephine McDonald of Muncie as the Cook murder trial continues with large audiences. The notable turnout includes many women, reflecting public interest in the case.
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Isaac
Greek Insurance Agency Changes Hands in Wells County
The Greek insurance agency undergoes management changes with Walter Fetters buying Burgaun & Wiley and Sam Hitchcock taking a half interest and duties. Readers note uncertainty over Abr Hitchcock’s resignation and potential moves affecting the agency’s staff and operations.
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Walter Fetters
Burgaun & Wiley
Sam Hitchcock
Wells County
Fetters
Hitchcock
Abr Hitchcogh
Paele Saas
Shotge
Harpy Reynolds
Ehiver Met
Dastenad
Wener
Area Fe
Prison plot whispers as inmates devise night notes
Inmates confined in separate cells reportedly pass notes through bars to communicate with William Cook in an upstairs cell. The scheme, described by Hartford supervisor Sion Nervy, shows coordinated plans while authorities seek to halt the conspiracy amid jail routines.
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Sheriffam
Samuel Emory
William Av Qito Cook
Ernest Sanderson
Phantras
Wiliam
William
Sion
Ami
Hartford
Crosbie Pursues Deems in Kendalville for Board Bill
Marshal Crosbie travels to Kendalville Ind with documents to serve former Blaffton resident Will Deems. Deems owed £38 since November 1903 for board at Mrs Elizabeth Stout’s home. Stout sought payment via attorneys who sent Crosbie to recover the debt.
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Marshal Crosbie
Kendalville
Ind
Will Deems
Deems
Red Cross
Elizabeth Stout
Death of Aaron Flemming in Wells County
Aaron Flemming died last night at his home 520 West Central Avenue after six months of illness. Born July 4 187 in Jefferson County Ohio he lived in Wells County, married Sarah Belle Witsrick, and was a member of local religious groups. The death was attributed to extreme old age with a gradual decline leading to unconsciousness.
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Wells County
Aaron Flemming
West Central Avenue
Mr. Flemming
Flemming
Jefferson County
Ohio
Sarah Belle Wits
Baty Rdical
Jefferson Nitart Vy
Bertin
Announcement on Wholesale Wallpapers by Gutrlivs at 868 W
Gutrlivs announces ready supply during the season at low prices but beyond price, ensuring quality wallpaper. He aims for favorable recognition in the wallpaper trade and promises prompt service to meet any requirements.
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W. A. Gutrlivs
Surprising Birthday Crime Bust Robs Foggy Town
Mrs Conklin hosts a party amid fog as many friends attend the gathering. The celebrant’s birthday is noted while mentions of suspects and a bumbled plan surface. A list of attendees includes several local names and family relations.
Township assessors begin two month home visit drive
In the auditor's office back room an animated crowd of township assessors and deputies gathered this afternoon to receive final instructions and supplies for a countywide two month trip. New members were sworn in by Auditor Brinoman.
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Brinoman
Courthouse Romance Delivers Quick Marriage Amid Trial
During a murder trial for Will Cook, Clympson and Myrtle Ramsey wed in the clerk’s office with Judge Walbert officiating. A crowd of reporters and staff witnessed the ceremony as court recessed briefly. The couple will live in Warren near the oil fields where Chopson works.
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Clympson
Myrtle Ramsey
Chopson
Miss Ramsey
M. W. Walbert
Justo
Mreyttoonce
Alr
Bonfire Fire Calls Out Western Day Alley Blaze
A fire department responded to a bonfire in an alley behind Dr Spautding barn. A small blaze burned, and responders reportedly did not extinguish it as an individual reportedly died at a cinema in Japan. The exact details and location are unclear due to damaged text.
Moving Picture Exhibit to Open at Grand Opera House
A moving picture show titled The Cheram mergau passion play will be exhibited at the Grand Opera House on Friday March 10 as Shields Company brings its big production to town. John M. Heckley, a Terrell trial juror, was seen in the city today attending court.
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Taide
Poato Platoes Orotite
Pialon Tre Weparnaend
Ak Neon
Grand Opera House
Shields Company
John M. Heckley
Terrell
Tosday
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