Wakefield Murder Trial Details Widen Evidence
In New Haven on July 21, a court heard a detailed description of the wounds that caused the death of William O. Wakefield in Cheshire woods on June 23, 1913. The jury was told as Mrs. Bessie J. Wakefield, the widow, stands trial for murder and the State lawmakers its case around this evidence.
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William O. Wakefield
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Bessie J. Wakefield
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Plew
Evidence Ties Wakefield Murder to Trunk Items and Plew Notes
A trunk shipped from Mrs. Wakefield contained shoes with laces removed and a tight cord around Wakefield’s neck. Dr. Scarborough testified to fatal wounds from bullets and a knife, and post cards signed by James Plew hinted at a lasting romance. Downey recalled Plew’s jailhouse admission and jurors may receive the cage verdict soon.
Lost love suit withdrawn in Baker estate case
Magnolia W. H. Harris of Washington filed a release of all claims on the Baker estate amounting to 200000 dollars. The claim rested on an alleged promise of marriage by Henry M. Baker who died in May 1912. Former U S Senator Henry W. Blair initially represented the claimant but withdrew.
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Baker
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Henry W. Blair
United Mine Workers, Western Federation urged to unite
In Denver on July 21 the presidents of the United Mine Workers and the Western Federation of Miners presented a report recommending a single miners organization. The document reviews two years of activity and pledges Western Federation support to UMW in the Colorado strike.
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Western Federation of Miners
Charles H. Hoyer
Western Federation
United Mine Workers
Colorado
Duel Between Hamilton and Burr Highlighted for Sunday
The famed Hamilton Burr duel is set as the cover story for the upcoming Sunday Post Magazine. The piece promises a detailed retelling of the clash that shaped early American history.
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Sunday Post
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