Prominent stockman slain by son in Texas murder case
Plainview Texas May 201. Muncy a prominent pork man was found dead with a bullet hole. Elbert Wesid and others were reported confessing to the shooting as the coroner’s case nears verdict.
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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1913
Page
1
Plainview Texas May 201. Muncy a prominent pork man was found dead with a bullet hole. Elbert Wesid and others were reported confessing to the shooting as the coroner’s case nears verdict.
Tokyo May 21 The condition of Emperor Yoshivito continues to improve and doctors report signs of progress. Officials say the outlook remains hopeful as the monarch's health shows steady recovery and strength returns gradually.
Me Avance Press reports May 1900 ceremony uniting Victoria Hanaie, daughter of Emperor Witla, with Prince Erest August of Cumberland. Attendees included King George of Prussia, Emperor Nicholas of Russia, numerous princes and princesses, with U S Ambassador Lalehmano and family among American guests. The marriage heals rift between the former Hanover duchy factions.
New York May 4 The Department of Justice moves to reindict Frank Hayne William P Brows of New Orleans Lucien Seales of Texas and Col Ratchet Thompson of New York on charges they conspired to corner the cotton era of 1800s The government contends the current indictment flawed and witnesses summoned to appear again next week Alleged actions include coordinating with Patton of Chicago to manipulate bull rock and price Cotton profits run high Washington May 8 Cate Bell Junes and other Texas New Mexico committeemen will be appointed to federal positions by President Wilson Bell to Indian Commissioner Jones named Assistant Secretary for the Interior Both were active in the last campaign
A laborer died and his dying wish led to a retrieval operation atop a thirty four story building in Cincinnati May 2. Workers removed the human remains from the roof with assistance from local authorities. Citizens complained about street cleaning inadequacies following the incident.
London dispatch reports a severe clash between Greek and Bulgarian forces near Atone with heavy casualties. The exchange involved infantry and artillery, leaving many dead and wounded as authorities seek to quell the disturbance.
The executive committee of the Republican National Committee met in Washington on May 2 to discuss possible actions after adjournment of Congress. The panel weighed whether a national convention would be called and signaled tentative steps for formal decisions.
A court ruled today that the method funding for printing constitutional amendments and prisoner payments was insufficient. The Attorney General advised the Comptroller to draw warrants and the Treasurer to disburse funds, noting alternative payment methods exist.
In Newtown a white overseer at a pen itentiary factory was indicted for murder after a body found at the plant. A black watchman is also under grand jury scrutiny. Richard Shelby, brought from Chilton to escape mob violence, received a life sentence for John Rutable’s murder. He laughed when sentenced and a relative of the victim attempted to shoot him in court but was restrained.
Several Mexican Chamber of Deputies members who backed Madero arrived at Piedras Negras to establish a body of the constitutional congress, awaiting the revolution's outcome.
A fragment mentions Howe Perle and May 20 with government action. It notes a borrow request of 260 million dollars for Henney earn and a court appearance today. The text is garbled but indicates a financial borrowing and a related legal matter with named individuals.
A steamer named Se 'aia was struck by a mine in the Gulf of Spree near the eastern Mediterranean coast. The vessel sank with several passengers aboard aboard, and rescue operations are underway as authorities confirm casualties and aid efforts.
The Ladies Home Journal issued a program critique at Weyah Baptist Academy showing amateur performances and features from the magazine. The event included plays such as Fable et Contente and segments like Cover Design Editor That Home, with Miss Morine Maite receiving enthusiastic audience cheer.
Arthur Pesky died after delivering a blow in the first round of a heavyweight championship fight. Luther McCarthy was the opponent, a white heatyweight champion, during the Calgary bout on an unverified date in May.
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