Dougal Sentenced to Death in Mystery of the Moated Grange
Samuel Dougal was found guilty of murder in Chelaford over Miss Camille Holland and was sentenced to death. The case, linked to the abduction and burial of Miss Holland on the moated property, hinged on checks in her name and Dougal’s control of the estate. Robbery was the motive.
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Camille Holland
London
Samuel Dougal
Chelaford
Dougal
Timaerf
Miss Holland
Knapp Trial Begins In Hamilton Case
Alfred Knapp known as The Strangler faces trial in Hamilton Ohio for the murder of Hannah Godgard Knapp and four other women and children. Eminent counsel defend, arguing the confession was coerced under duress. Trial centers on the Godgard Knapp killing allegation.
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Hamilton
Ohio
Alfred Knapp
the Strangler
Criminal Court
Knapp
Hannah God- Gard Knapp
Four Men Drowned After Tug Capsizes Near Chemung
Buffalo report June 23 states four men died when the tug D W Heney was run down by the steamer Chemung while passing a towline seven miles up the lake. Captain John Whelan, Andy Schaefer steward Edward Dugan and fireman perished.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Chemung
D. W.heney Wan
John Whelan
Andy Schaefer
Edward Dugan
Linemen Strike Across Pacific States Demands 15 Percent Rise
In San Francisco on June 23, about fifteen hundred linemen from the Pacific States Telephone Company from British Columbia to Arizona walked out seeking a 15 percent wage increase. Edigon phonographs and records advertised at Buechner 4 Son's.
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San Francisco
Pacific States Telephone Company
British Columbia
Arizona
Edigon
Buechner 4 Son's
Water Cure Used Upon Prisoners in Colorado Break Attempt
Canon City Colorado January 23. Warden Cleghorn used water to coerce prisoners to confess about a plot to escape. A guard spanked a prisoner and others were chained with a heavy ball. Authorities found explosives and say Kuykendall died suddenly to prevent an explosion. Those involved received sixty five days in the dungeon on bread and water.
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Canon City
Colo
Jane
Cleghorn
Cordova
Keefe
Tom Fisher
Kuykendall
Grain Tax Bill Rejected After Protracted Debate
London reports that Henry H Chap lain formerly of the house of commons moved to reject the grain tax repeal bill but the motion failed after a lengthy debate. There is relief among London's poorer residents at the repeal.
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London
Henry H. Chaplain
House of Commons
Laborer Identified as Heir to $2,000,000 Estate
Boston June 23 George Hoard a common laborer was today identified as the sole land claimant to more than two million dollars in cash and mining stock left by the late William McDonald who died recently in California.
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Boston
George Hoard
William McDonald
California
American Squadron Reaches Kiel in Diplomatic Salute
The American squadron headed by the battleship Kearsarge with cruisers Chicago Cincinnati and the gunboat Machias arrived at Kiel. They saluted Prince Henry with seventeen guns as German batteries returned the salute. Official visits followed and exchanges between officers and crews occurred.
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Kiel
Kearsarge
Chicago
Cincinnati
Machias
Prince Henry
Dewey and two cowboys in Topeka jail awaiting murder case hearing
In Topeka on June 23 Chauncey Dewey Will McBride and Clyde Wilson are held in a women’s cell once used for Curi a Nation. Dewey receives meals from outside guests and bouquets from admirers as prominent Topeka residents call.
Rumors of Scandal in Land Offices
Washington rumors say a scandal may arise from the garment land office investigations in Oklahoma and the Territory. It is reported many officials wished to resign but were told resignations would not be accepted. Officials in the Interior Department have not commented.
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Washington
Garment Land
Oklahoma
Territory
Department of the Interior
Potato Crop Destroyed Across Irish Lands
Reports from the west of Ireland and nearby islands indicate thousands of acres of potatoes ruined by frost and rain over the past two weeks. The crop failure threatens hardship for peasants as winter approaches.
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London
West of Ireland
Island
Newell Warns Homeseekers on Gunnison Plans
Government hydrographer Newell reports progress on the Gunnison river tunnel from Denver and approves summer surveys to map land reclamation. He warns of deceptive land schemes by eastern investors claiming government irri gation land is reclaimable and urges alertness to protect home seekers and westward operations.
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Washington
Newell
Government Survey
Denver
The
Wear
Gunnison River
Gunnison Tunnel
Comee
Burned at stake in Wilmington mob murder case
In Wilmington Delaware George White a black man who confessed to assaulting and murdering Miss Helen Bishop daughter of Rev A Bishop was taken from the jail by a mob of about six thousand and burned to death at the stake. A youth named Smith was later identified as a participant. White begged for life but the crowd insisted on blood.
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Wilmington
del. Jime
George White
Helen
Bishop
A. Bishop
Smith
Santa Fe Freight Crash Kills Two Firemen
Telegraphic briefes report a Santa Fe fast freight into a work train near Los Cerrillos Mexico killing Fireman Englehart and likely fatally injuring Fireman Redding. Other items note Constantinople dynamite scare and Lehigh Coal disaster with deaths and injuries. A wage agreement between Railway Carmen union and Santa Fe was reached at Topeka Kansas.
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Santa Fe
Los Cerrillos
Mexico
Englehart
Redding
Brotherhood of Railway Carmen
Topeka
Kan
Boy Kills His Father in Las Vegas Tragedy
Las Vegas New Mexico report says Dolores Garcia a West Side resident was murdered last night by his son a printer just past his majority. Police found the body in bed with throat cut from ear to ear. The boy reportedly intoxicated on arrival cannot yet explain the crime.
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Las Vegas
N. M
Dolores Garcia
West Side
Explosion Kills Woman in Berwyn Basement Blast
Chicago June 23. Ninety pounds blasting powder detonated in a Berwyn home basement wrecking the house. Mrs. Wilson, occupant, is dead and nearby schoolchildren were panicked by the blast.
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Chicago
Berwin
Historic Plymouth Rock May Tour Plans Visible
A movement in Plymouth Massachusetts after a Liberty Bell visit proposes sending the historic Plymouth Rock on a national tour to visit all major cities. The guardian of the rock welcomed the idea and plans are being completed for the trip.
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Plymouth
Mass
Liberty Bell
Massachusetts
Guardian of
Harvest Labor Ships to Kansas Wheat Fields
Kansas City reports the first shipments of harvest workers for the Kanaan wheat crop will depart on Thursday. Dr. Gerow, the state employment agent, plans to dispatch the move and seeks 20,000 more workers. Harvest is expected to peak next week.
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Kansas City
Kanaan
Gerow
Atate
Colorado Troops Headed for Fort Russell Camp of Instruction
Adjutant General Sherman Bell announces that Colorado National Guard along with regulars will muster at Fort Russell Wyoming from August 17 for twelve days. About seven to eight thousand men will contribute to local commerce. the Second regiment band from Florence will join.
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Adjt
Sherman Bell
United Lal Os
National State Guards
Port Rousell
Cheyenne
Denver
Adit
Sherman Belll
Colorado National Guard
Horse
National Guard
Florence
Frank Lazelle van Horn
Coil
J. J. van Horn
Eighth Uniited States Infantry
Roosevelt Ax Caoe
Military Academy of
West Point
Hasty Kbai
New York
War Department
Regular Army
Wyoming National Guard
Notice to Creditors Estate of Johanna Paulson Wyoming
Notice is given by George B. Abbott executor of Johanna Paulson deceased that letters testamentary were issued June 10 1903. Creditors must present claims within six months for allowance else be precluded from the estate. one year to exhibit claims to avoid debarment. Attorney for Executor: John W. Lacey.
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Johanna Paulson
George BE. Abbott
Carpenter Hibbard Optics Advertises Free Eye Exams
The notice from Carpenter Hibbard Optic announces a special event on June 23 24 and 25 offering free comprehensive eye examinations. It states the business has served Cheyenne monthly for two years and offers factory references with a positive guarantee.
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Carpenter & Hibbard
Cheyenne
O. Miller'’S
Private vocal by J. L. Rockwell at Presbyterian room
J L Rockwell, a private vocal, performs in a lecture room at the Presbyterian church from 2 to 4 p m. The event details indicate an amateur recital intended for local parishioners and guests.
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J. L. Rockwell
Preatyterian
Weather Bureau official directs Wyoming forecast notes
Gleaned from local reports to W. Palmer, head of the Wyoming Weather Bureau, part of the U S Department of Agriculture, the department issues weather observations and forecasts for the state.
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W. 8. Palmer
Wyoming Department
Weather Bureau
Departmen of Agriculture
Wyoming Crops Thrive in Favorable Weather Across State
Cheyenne Wyoming June 29 reports a week of warm quiet weather boosting vegetation. Snow general across the state with enough rainfall to satisfy crops and ranges. Alfalfa cutting begins in early sections while hay prospects look excellent and ranges are in best condition in years as stock improves and irrigation demand eases.
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Cheyenne
Wyo
Bute
Laramie County
Platte River
Fara
T G. Powers
Pango
Uinta County
Bedford
C. G. Heiner
Daniel
T. P. Daniel
Evanston
Frank Tucker
Fontenelle
C. W. Holden
Mountain View
Mark Manley
Weather notes from correspondents across Wyoming counties
Extracts report fine weather and good vegetation across Albany, Big Horn, Converse, Fremont, Laramie, Johnson, and Cheyenne areas. Many note growing crops, alfalfa budding, and stock fattening while creeks rise or fall and showers occur in spots, with general optimism for the irrigation season.
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Mandel
Philip
Weather and Crop Report for Wyoming Counties 1903
Weekly summary of warm, showery conditions across counties including Natrona, Sheridan, Uinta, Sweetwater and Weston. Crops and pastures show improvement with good rain, though some areas report scarce irrigation water and lingering frost. Local notes record temperatures 65/46 F and .03 inches precipitation. strawberries available.
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Wyoming
Dr Chas Ringle Ear Nose Throat Specialist
Dr Chas Ringle practices diseases of the eye and ear at an Atlas Building office. Office rooms 9 and 11, with telephone service available for patient inquiries and appointments.
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Atlas Building
Aces Up Irate Morning Wakeup Sparks Downtown Dash
In a clipped Philadelphia Press scene Mrs. Gayman rouses Ira Gayman with urgent orders to hurry downtown with Asa. The exchange hints at a surprise win and an unwinding morning in the city.
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Philadelphia Press
Ira
Opportunity sale highlights value goods across categories
Advertises a clearance style sale with numerous items offered at deep discounts. Lists prices for Corsets 50c, Taffeta Silk Monte Carlo 9.00, Lady’s Pine Kid Shoes 2.45, summer vests 4c, sunbonnets, girdles, hose, gloves and underwear, emphasizing superior quality at lower prices.
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Howe Se
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