Rosier Trial Ends Defense With Emotional Insanity Plea
Philadelphia reports the defense in Mrs. Catharine Rosier’s murder trial has closed after medical testimony supporting an emotional insanity theory. The prosecution began rebuttal to show Mrs. Rosier was sane after the January 21, 1922 double shooting. Women spectators greeted a prison guard’s testimony with affectionate gestures, prompting warnings from Judge Barratt.
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Philadelphia
Catherine Rosier
Oscar Rosier
Mildred
Geraldine Reckitt
Rosier
Commonwealth Wi
Gudrad
Barratt
Urges Yes Vote on Referendum No Four
To the editor, a letter criticizes crooked thinking about Referendum No Four an act to enforce the 18th amendment and calls attention to propaganda by the Liberal Constitution League and the Association Against the Prohibition Amendment under their leadership.
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Sir
Post
Liberal Constitution League
Association Against the Prohibition Amendment
Prohibition Referendum Debate Urges Square Deal
William Shaw of Boston argues against Louis A. Coolidge and allies' push to repeal the amendment. He warns that challenging federal law risks liberty under the law and calls for testing prohibition on its merits. A yes vote on Referendum No. 4, he says, upholds order. a no vote risks political chaos.
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Louis A. Coolidge
Ralph Adams
Gram
Charles Mater Clark
Massachusetts
United States
Russia
Italy
Roosevelt
William Shaw
Mt. Vernon Street
Boston
Fine Black Lateen Petti Coats and Skirt Plain Value
Garments offered include fine black lateen petti coats at one dollar and a famous-for-wear skirt plain featuring deep hem full cut and sturdy make praised for excellent value for the money.
Hand Clocked English Wool and Fibre Stockings
Imported sport stockings feature hand clocking in varied color combinations to boost their appearance and appeal.
Will's Wife Questioned Over Poison Cake Death
Philadelphia dated report says Mrs. W. W. Sterrett will be questioned again by authorities about her movements four hours before the poisoned cake death of her husband, a Devon accountant, amid unclear details on who sent and received the fatal cake as coroner Neville inquiries continue.
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Philadelphia
W. W. Sterrett
Devon
William Neville
Montgomery County
Will leaves bulk to hospitals and charities in Bancroft estate
The will of the late Miss Alice V. Bancroft of Brookline was filed for probate in Norfolk Probate Court at Dedham. Hospitals for animals and various charitable institutions received the major portion of the estate.
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Alice V. Bancroft
Brookline
Norfolk
Dedham
Pape's Cold Compound Quick Relief for Colds
A vintage advertisement promises rapid cold relief with Pape's Cold Compound. It claims the first dose opens nasal passages and relieves headache and feverishness, while the second and third doses break up the cold entirely, with a pleasant taste and low cost.
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Pape
Fur Coat Dilemma Sparks Style Debate
An advertisement presents fur coats as a solution to fashion long skirts. It promotes dyed muskrat coats known as Hadeon Seal with collars and cuffs in skunk or squirrel, highlighting style and practicality.
Silk faced cotton back dress frock in crepe de chine
A stylish 40 inch wide fabric with silk face and soft weight cotton back. Described as a quality one for the smartest outfits or dresses. Tri-Point Crepe de Chine priced at 7.98 dollars.
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