Weeks Wins Nomination for U S Senate in Massachusetts
John W. Weeks of Newton secured the Republican nomination on the 31st ballot with 97 votes, edging out Samuel W. McCall. The joint Legislature will elect the senator, needing 141 votes, and Weeks is poised to win on the first ballot due to 161 Republicans ratifying the nomination.
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Convicting Judge Archbald Accused of Corrupt Influence in Rail Deals
The report details charges that Judge Archbald sought favorable terms from Erie and Lehigh Valley railroads, pressured officials, and accepted notes in exchange for favorable rulings. He denied wrongdoing, claiming negotiations were for lawful purposes and unrelated to official opinions. All charges were denied.
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Unable to face her kidnappers in Allentown case
Miss Anna E. Steckel, daughter of Reuben P. Steckel of Allentown, Penn, was nearly abducted by a rejected suitor. Samuel Sinclair, Supervising Inspector of State Rili ways of Pennsylvania, is held for the attempted abduction.
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Archbald Ousted by Senate Conviction in Impeachment
The Senate found Judge Robert W. Archbald guilty of high crimes and misdemeanors, removing him from the federal bench. The ruling ends his 29 year judicial career across state, district, and Commerce Court posts and bars any future public office. Congress has limited Commerce Court funding to March 4, with Chief Justice White to assign a replacement circuit judge and Taft to nominate a successor.
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Allentown Abduction Suspect Hearing Delayed by Injured Victim
Miss Anna E Steckel, a Vassar graduate and daughter of Reuben P Steckel, remains bedbound and under a physician's care after a kidnap attempt last Saturday. She is unlikely to attend Thursday's hearing for Samuel Sinclair Jr a State highway inspector and his nephew Al Walter Starr Jr charged in the abduction.
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Still Hysterical Heiress Faces Kidnapping Fallout
A Philadelphia society leader and heiress remains in fragile health after a kidnapping incident. Her doctors warn that meeting captors soon could worsen her condition as lawyers weigh holding suspects without bail until the April court date. The Steckel family laments the ordeal while a detective probes a botched bridal party setup linked to the case. Her father praises the chauffeur for courage in resisting the abduction plan.
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Rockefeller speaks again during Miami to Palm Beach trip
William Rockefeller leaving Miami for Palm Beach with wife and sons William G. and Percy A. Rockefeller and Dr. Walter F. Chappell refused to answer questions about testifying before the House money trust committee. He spoke with effort, voice wavering at times, health unclear. Dr. Charles W. Richardson's examination for testimony was sent to Chairman Pujo and his results not released.
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Burglary Fuels Theft Of Rings From Caunt Daughters
In Pasadena two daughters of Boston shoe magnate Joseph Caunt feigning sleep slipped their rings from their fingers and hid them in bed clothes as a burglar ransacked two dressers in their room early this morning.
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Burglary At Caunt Residence Leads To Police Fingerprint Ties
Early morning break in on the Caunt home yielded jewelry valued around 300 dollars. A thief entered through the porch window, ransacked the daughters rooms, and fled after a confrontation. a 16 year old brother fired at the suspect attracting a night watchman, while detectives examined the scene and finger print records. The victim Miss Vivian’s graduation watch valued at 200 dollars was taken along with rings pins a bracelet and earrings. Caunt left for Boston where his shoe business is based.
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Debutante Marion Sprague Debuts At Brookline Ball
More than 200 couples attended the second debutante dance in honor of Miss Marion Sprague daughter of Mrs Kaward Brandegee. The event at the Vaulkner Farm mansion Brookline featured dinner before dancing from 10 p m to 4 a m with colorful lighting palms and flowers. Miss Sprague wore white satin and diamonds with reception help from her mother and Mr Brandegee. Midnight buffet followed dancing and she debuted last November at a large Brandegee dinner party.
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Snipper Cuts Girl's Braids in Roxbury
A man dubbed Tack the Snipper cut off part of 13 year old Sarah Egan's braids at Cunard and Tremont streets after brushing past her as she walked from a grocery. Police reported description: five nine or five eight? tall, about 160 pounds, wearing a black suit, black derby hat and black shoes.
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I Had My Say Says Governor Foss
Governor Foss states he spoke in the Post yesterday morning and declines to comment on actions by Republicans or Democrats. He says it is not his place to discuss the matter further.
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Lomasney silent on Weeks nomination
Martin M. Lomasney refused to comment on Weeks nomination, stating only that the Democrats had nominated Sherman Whipple as their candidate. He added that they had nominated Sherman Whipple, and that was all he could say.
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Senator Weeks Comments on Result After Campaign
John H H Weeks, Republican caucus nominee for Senator, expresses gratification at the Legislature action. He praises the campaign as high minded and harmonious, pledges to uphold the office and earn public trust if ratified, and thanks supporters and opponents for their loyalty.
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Democratic caucus ends in uproar over U S Senator nomination
After the 86th ballot Speaker Cushing broke from McCall to Weeks as the party split. A chaotic conference of Democratic legislators led by John Meaney and Martin M Lomasney debated whether to name a candidate and how to back the direct primary bill, ending with a furious vote scramble as members switched sides.
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Best Service to California Standard or Tourist
Passenger notice describes a daily rail service to California with Sundays excluded, indicating a standard and tourist option. Mentions berths at 9 dollars aboard the Washington Sunset Route, with 12 milk and 332 ae as location or code notes.
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