Priest Confessed to Murder of Anna Aumuller in New York
The Rev Hans Schmidt assistant rector at St Joseph's Church was arrested and confessed to murdering domestic Anna Aumuller. He attempted suicide by cutting his throat. Police say motive tied to pregnancy. Schmidt allegedly killed her with a butcher knife and dismembered the body. Church officials reviewed the interview to confirm his priesthood.
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New York
Hans Schmidt
St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church
Anna Aumuller
Hudson River
Schmidt
Mooney and
Lavelle
Father Evers
Advertising Advisers Offer Path to Boost Sales
An advertising firm explains how outside expertise can help a business grow. They cite a five year 500 percent increase for a client and propose starting with mail pieces to 500 potential customers or other media. They offer guidance on message, media, and overall selling policy. Schedule an appointment with A. W. Ellis Company Advertising Advisers in Boston.
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High Street
Boston
Thaw Habeas Corpus Writ to Be Served Tomorrow
George E. Burnham reports that the habeas corpus writ for Harry K. Thaw will be served tomorrow forenoon by U.S. Marshal E. P. Nute. Jerome calls the move unsurprising while Thaw camp officials condemn the action as a breach of a prior agreement and vow further action, with word that Thaw may return to Matteawan by Saturday night.
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Colebrook
N. H
Harry K. Thaw
United States
E. P. Nute
Farmington
William Travers Jerome
New York
Jerome
Moses
H. Grossman
Thaw
Mr. Jerome
Matteawan
New Yorkers Hold Long Conferences On Detailed Plan
Reports indicate extensive discussions by New Yorkers regarding a detailed plan under consideration. Sources describe high level talks and strategic framing as the plan unfolds.
Debilitated Campaign Horse Shot After Long Trek
A horse over twenty hauled a wagon with four women a hurdy gurdy piano and pamphlets 327 miles from New York to Boston in hot weather. After an SPCA agent urged euthanasia Miss Elizabeth Freeman bought the animal for 50 dollars and sought to sell it for 100, but authorities said selling an unfit animal violates Massachusetts law. The horse was shot by order of the society last Monday.
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New York
Boston
Elizabeth Freeman
Asquith
George Splaine
R.N. Chapman
Winthrop
Splaine
Massachusetts
Beast stall dispute at New Winthrop Hotel stable
Mrs. Robert N. Chapman refused to let suffragists keep the animal in her stable near the New Winthrop Hotel where the beast had been stalled on September 6, prompting a $100 reward.
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Robert N. Chapman
New Winthrop Hotel
Americans Held by Rebels in Mexico Refugees Trek to Saltillo
About one hundred Americans including women and children fleeing Torreon are believed captured by rebels while traveling overland to Saltillo. Saltillo authorities refuse to risk sending a rescue force citing potential atrocities by rebels.
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Mexico ‘City
Torreon
Saltillo
Unconfirmed report prompts US pressure on Mexico over refugees
Saltillo officials disclose an unconfirmed report while the American embassy calls the Mexican foreign office to investigate and aid Americans if true. Senor Gamboa regrets the situation within the limits of US neutrality policy as General Tracy Aubert moves north with 1000 troops toward Torreon. Deputy Consul-General J. C. Allen heads to Torreon to warn American residents of President Wilsons exit warning.
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Saltillo
Senor Gamboa
United States
Tracy Aubert
Torreon
J. C. Allen
Monterey
President Wilson
Richards Swim at Sandy Hook Sets Noted Distances and Times
Richards covered 23 miles in 8 hours 35 minutes to reach Sandy Hook with 22 miles distance and 8 hours 12 minutes to the Hook. On return he swam one mile in 23 minutes. Water was smooth with winds from the north northwest and south. Temperatures ranged from 67 to 68 degrees and tides were against Richards for 3 hours 42 minutes.
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Hook
Richards halves record with 23 mile swim feat at Sandy Hook
Sam Richards of South Boston set a new mark by completing a 23 mile swim to Sandy Hook in 8 hours 12 minutes and returned a mile in 8 hours 35 minutes, smashing Captain Alfred Brown's previous record.
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New York
Alfred Brown
Sam Richards
South Boston
America
Sandy Hook
Richards
Richards Claims Amateur World Champion Swim Title
Richards surpasses rivals to claim amateur world championship in swimming, surpassing noted figures such as Captain Webb as a genial figure in the sport amid a procession of renowned natators.
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Richards
Captain Webb
Sale of Last Season's Fall Suits and Overcoats
S. H. Harrison Co. offers last season's fall and winter stock of suits and overcoats at less than half price. Items priced at 18.00 20.00 and 25.00 and more are reduced. Located at Washington St. corner Beach.
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S. H. Harrison Co
H. Harrison CO
Washington St
Corner Beach
Irish Bill Compromise Rumor Roars in London
Rumors of a compromise to the Irish question spread after Andrew Bonar Law and Lord Curzon visited Balmoral as guests of the King. Their presence and recent statements raise hopes and fears that a cross party agreement may be reached, keeping Parliament discussion heated.
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London
Balmoral
Andrew Bonar Law
Lord Curzon of
Kedleston
House of Lords
Conservative Leaders Convene Ahead of Balmoral Visit
Law meets Lord Lansdowne and Arthur Balfour amid Conservative talks in Scotland as both English parties seek a settlement to avert a civil war feared if the Ulster bill passes. Despite hopes, a conference may not bridge the deep factional gulf.
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Balmoral
Law
Lord Lansdowne
Arthur J. Balfour
Scotland
England
Cost of living climbs with June prices in 1900s study
Washington reports June 15 living costs about 60 percent above 1890 1900 average, over 3 percent higher than last year and near 15 percent above two years ago. Bureau of Labor price checks in 40 cities show prices near November peak levels of the past quarter century.
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Washington
Bureau of Labor
Price advances in a14 foods 1890 to 1900 list details
A study covered fourteen foods comparing prices from 1890 to 1900. Sugar fell while most items rose sharply with bacon up 123.6 percent and items like pork chops 11 percent, round steak 102.5, smoked ham 84, hens 76.8, sirloin 75.2, rib roast 15, lard 66.5, corn meal 567.3, potatoes 44.4, butter 41.3, eggs 40.8, milk 38.4, and flour 28.6. Sugar rose 8 percent.
Williams Settles Breach of Promise Suit Involving Music Student
A music student and Williams reached a settlement over a breach of promise claim. The plaintiff alleged hopes of marriage were fostered by Williams, who was previously thought to be a bachelor. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed.
Secretaries Forced to Testify in Williams Case
Miss Emma Rebecca Wellington of Milton, confidential secretary to Boston insurance man George F. Williams, is to be compelled to reveal knowledge of his finances by attorneys for the numerous claimants. Reports say she can shed light on the entangled dealings and must disclose her association with Williams. The Plymouth summer home of Williams was broken into Saturday night, with valuable documents and private papers stolen.
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Emma Rebecca Wellington
Milton
George F. Williams
Boston
Williams
Miss Wellington
Plymouth
Plymouth tale links Williams wife to photo of Miss Wellington
The Plymouth report claims the Mrs Williams Williams knew as his wife resembled Miss Wellington pictured in Boston papers and that Captain Robert Swift confirms the same woman tied to Williams cottages in Plymouth and a Braintree visit. Friends recall a breach of promise suit from years ago.
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Plymouth
George F. Williams
Miss Wellington
Boston
Robert C. Swift
Mr. Williams
Williams
Willliams
Port and Gloucester Train Times Snapshot
A brief railway timetable snippet lists P.M. 11:32 Portland and 12m Gloucester with Newport Sh. at 44m earlier, noting travel times and sequence of stops.
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Portland
Gloucester
Newport
Moon Phase and Notable Dates for Today
The entry notes a partial moon eclipse not visible in New England and lists astronomical events with planet rise times. It also records anniversaries: Richard Olney born 1855, William H. Taft born 1857, Harper’s Ferry surrender 1862, and William D. Haywood arrest a year ago after a Boston mass meeting.
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Venus
Mars
Jupiter
Saturn
New England
Howe
New York City
Richard Olney
William H. Taft
Harper’s Ferry
William D. Haywood
Boston Common
Boston Area Weather Forecast Update
Forecast for south New England calls for fair conditions with cooler start. Monday and Tuesday turn fair and warmer with light to moderate winds from the north to northeast shifting to southeast on Tuesday. North New England will see similar fair and cooler conditions with warmer Tuesday.
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Boston
Vicinity
Washington
South New England
North New England
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