Alienists and Justice in Scott Case Split Verdict and Fate
The piece discusses Russell Scott, once sentenced to hang for killing a Chicago druggist, who escaped death by being sent to an insane asylum. It argues alienists shape trials, often confusing juries, and calls for focusing more on the crime than the defendant’s mental status, while noting the Literary Digest laments few women painters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell Scott
Chicago
Scott
Windsor
Canada
Harry K. Thaw
Stanford White
Madison Square
Wisconsin Progressives split as Lenroot backs regular Republicans
Wisconsin politics reach a turning point as Senator Lenroot revolts against LaFollette and backs a regular Republican to oppose young Bob LaFollette. The move tests whether the Progressives remain loyal to ideals or to the powerful leader and gauges if they will stay a national political force without Fighting Bob. National Guardsmen at Kanawha City are described as acting like real soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob
Senate
Wisconsin
Lenroot
LaFollette
Young Bob
President Coolidge
Middle West
Health unit proposal praised by county court
The Kanawha County Court supports establishing a county health unit, citing public approval and the duty of government to heed citizen sentiment amid high taxes. The piece also comments on President Coolidge, diplomacy with Japan, and charitable acts by wealthy individuals, finishing with a quirky note on a Baltimore blaster's chimney prediction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kanawha
Politics in Wisconsin and the La Follette line
The piece discusses Wisconsin politics, the elder La Follette’s lasting influence, his break with Republicans, and hints at a forthcoming political shift. It notes the elder La Follette’s strong governorship, the drift from regulars, and mentions a younger La Follette approaching influence, with allusions to notable figures and events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Follette
United States Senate
Today Kemal's Divorce and the Voodoo Fricelist
A chaotic narrative parodies Kemal Pasha divorcing his wife for a dowry of a million dollars. The tale threads through brutal old Turkish customs, eunuch executions, and sensational imagery about rings veils and dowry stories. It mocks colonial sensationalism with garbled, eroticized descriptions and shifting moral frames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kemal Pasha
Pasha
Kemal Vulva
Five Years Ago Today Mixes War News and Local Plans
A scrambled WWI era account notes changes in plans for a London event and a fiery court session in New York. It mentions a submarine incident, wartime politicking, and discussions on American agricultural imports from Europe as cheaper options.
Bust of 19th Century Theatre Scene Amid Nightlife Rumors
A chaotic, OCR-like narration describes a bustling urban theater district with celebrities and socialites. Mentions of Aubrey Kad, Turkish garments, a bed cottage, and a sidewalk crowd imply a glow of nightlife and public intrigue. The text references a June event, a theater, and various unnamed figures, painting a vivid but fragmented portrait of cultural life.
Washington City Notes by Herbert Pfahler
A fragmentary article discusses Washington city life with references to individuals such as Thornsmith and Vermont lines. It mentions reporters, aging people, social clubs in New York, and elderly habits, highlighting how age shapes daily routines and interactions in a historical local setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Awwaselengpor
Gobl
Saveutiion
Tor Thorns
Atl
Entournigm
Vermont Torenthim
Quinn
Tite
Ix Wal
Daca Mel Pure
Wits
Jatin
Janeeserad
New York
Ehainer
Taneath
Hota
Senator Heflin and His Southern Humor Hobby Spotlight
A fragmented portrait highlights Senator J Thomas Heflin’s public persona through storytelling, Southern humor, and a love of fox hunting. It notes his Bible quotes, unique cream waistcoat, and long Washington strolls, with praise from both parties and a tinge of whimsy about his breakfast and wardrobe. It ends with a nod to upcoming features on Senator Pepper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellin
Caampaigner
Alt
Trent Demmerats
Ox Well
Ft Kidus
Heflin
Bing
Tom
Kamnan
Hetlts Jones
Hoflin
Hanod
Rufua
Vineet
Oxi
Rufus
Dieflin
Ridex
Alabama
Tien
Tharses
Noumie
Troken
Jong
Washington
Pete
Wim Baum" Lewis
Wilmats
Sendte
Krum
George Pepper
Fragments on youths, tradition, and public life in brief notes
The text presents fragmented reflections on childhood, kindness, and social norms, mentioning families, worship, and a reminiscence of past leaders. It references public figures, sports, and a sense of national memory, concluding with an odd remark about biscuits and crackers.
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Kanawha City
Coolidge
Republican National Committee
White House
Swamyacott
Baltimore
Dr. Cook
Kaiser Wilhelm
Kemal
Veni
Turley
Allintie
Chari
Gale
Miray
Alan White
Soleton
Tagyes
Rennie
Lado
Margaret Muritach
Wansna
Ynardeta
Willieney
Wien
Bean Manning
Federy Neehines
Oany Mlibes
Beeeuss
Liussian Suviok
Worrenay
London
Jentek
Cleveland
Judee
Phader
Gugenstevta Prete
Aup. In
Dear Watt
Huntington
Mora
Matases
Chaneaen Peaare
Kabawha Billard Parlor
God
Worlds Press Pub
Bug-A
Bugs Baer
Avai
Bremer
Walconee
Sears
Magee
Elet
Pear Ota
Elog Ledley
Ntyre
Woodhy
Heward
Laredy
Aubrey
Alsi
Mingleenter
Pleasure
Rand Cantril
Attenttun
Aver Waat
Diubt
Aland Msy
Nellie Hevell
Walt Super Eluh
Javierca Smite
Herbert Pfahler
Minte Skete
Tigre
Rother Uniter
Woll
Ioburer
J. Thomas Reelin
J. Thomas Hytlin
Abey
Fie
Tony
Hetlin
Bettina
Sothern Anacdote
Apa
Tiertin
Neo
Jon de
Op & Corporation
UN Press Coh
Kobus
Rome
Hengen Henaper
John
Testa Fiera
AES
Tova
BaMir
Wihiteroan
Sidoyws
Supyright
Saul Willl
Edgar
Summe
Ray Ae
Tay Giese
York American Baseball
PCAC
Fas
Amd
Audihal
Hotigaya
Tradan
England
France
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