Discovery of Steatus comet largest since 1927
May 1 report from Middletown notes Wesleyan University astronomers near April discovery of a nebula object moving west toward Arcturus. The planetlike body, about 25,100 miles in diameter, would be three times Earth's size if visible. tail measured roughly 3,900,000 miles. Observations from Sitterly Stearns and others confirmed comet status and orbit, marking the fourth discovery of 1927.
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Sentenced 10 Die Barber Fights Life Imprisonment
Washington May 2 Wallen Perovich who lived four years under the hangman's rope and spent time in gray prison walls will plead for liberty before the U S Supreme Court tomorrow in one of the strangest pleas heard by August tribunal Perovich argues former President Taft had no right to commit life imprisonment and death sentence hanging over his four years He seeks habeas corpus relief from Leavenworth penitentary He runs a barber shop in Rochester while the Supreme Court grapples the issue and weighs whether a conditional pardon could render the sentence valid The case tests the limits of presidential clemency and the power of the pardon process The Berlin musician Schmidt 67 was noted in an adjacent item.
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Convention Soloists at Sundial State Daughters of America
The Sundial State Convention of Catsole Daughters of America opens today with soloists from Charlies Wetly Newhaven Clara Ver Nonanre and other noted performers. The event includes speakers from Denekiyn and Uarford, a luncheon, officer elections, and delegates to the national convention. A reception committee led by Daniel Brennan and Willam Fistan coordinates the activities.
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New Stage Show At Palace Promises Women Spotlight
Evisions for Women presented at the Palace with a lineup featuring Lillie Metods Terub and George as lawyer, along with actor Naga Sue and others. The production includes a theatrical tableau and tracing scenes, with Ye presence of an allied cast.
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Unclear OCR Fragment Prompts Local Event Night
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Natal Reservists at Majestic Tonight
Natal reservists join a Majestic event with a naval war picture. Three squads of 2nd Fleet sailors will parade with a light dress drill led by Lieut. B Leonard. Disable American Veterans join the march through downtown streets to the Majestic.
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Lady Astor Defends Women In Public Life
The article portrays Lady Astor defending women in public service amid political attacks. She recounts support from her husband in pursuing a downtrodden urban career and emphasizes women’s roles in public service.
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Alleged murderer captured in Manila
A suspect described as an alleged murderer was reported under arrest in Manila. Authorities indicate the arrest relates to a holdup in which three people were killed. Postal and service records confirm arrival and processing, with formal charges expected.
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Tragic accident as boy dies after truck wheel crushes chest
Alfred Esptinte, aged about 12, died after a truck wheel crushed his chest as three boys played behind a parked vehicle in Si W Les Spord, Miss. The boys fled unhurt except Alfred. A confused scene ensued with a mother directing her child to bed and asking about medicine.
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Connecticut Street Railway Turns 39 Today
Electric street railway service in Connecticut is 39 years old. May 1 marks the 1888 opening of the Andonia Derby and Birmingham line as the state’s first passenger streetcars. The piece traces early trolley developments from Faraday to Davenport and Siemens, noting milestones in electric rail history.
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Poor Teachers Threaten American Universities Say Angell
Dr James Rowland Angell Yale president warned in Philadelphia that the university ideal may decay unless high caliber faculty are attracted. He blamed low pay and financial worry for pushing capable teachers toward business, risking a barren next generation.
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Alleged looters of summer homes taken in Mashpee and Falmouth
Police from Yalmouit Massachusetts report the capture of Mary Sylvia of Mashpee and Louis Mills of Mashpee after a raid on a woman’s home. They face charges connected to thefts from cottages in Mashpee and Falmouth as investigators seek more suspects. The town approved 1600 for the looting investigation at the last town meeting.
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