Greek seaman Bruso rescues two in peril on Lake Superior
Mitchell B Bruso a Greek deck hand on the tug Walter A Luckenbach volunteered to row to the sinking barge Buena Ventura amid a fierce northeast gale. He rescued Captain Awar soud frozen to the topmast and Seaman Charles Martin from a floating hatch before rescuers arrived. The Buena Ventura was the last of three barges in tow from Norfolk.
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Mrs Gilman Charged in Daughter's Death Case
Special dispatch from Dayton reports an affidavit charging Mrs. Gilman with murder in the death of her daughter Dana Gilman. Wayne and Collins Gilman face aiding and abetting charges. Dana died by strangulation. autopsy confirms cause. Wayne Gilman arraigned and held for trial. Mrs. Gilman hospitalized in serious condition.
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Fierce Gale Kills One Hurts Many in San Francisco
A southeast gale at 48 mph in San Francisco killed one man and severely injured several others. Harbor shipping suffered heavy damage as walls toppled, streets blocked and streetcar service was suspended for days. Ferry boats battled high seas causing illness and chaos aboard. Losses include at least $300,000 with weeks more for full service restoration.
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San Francisco
Divorce Sought in Cruelty Case In Ohio Coach’s Marriage
Mrs Adah Luckey Prugh filed for divorce from Earle Prugh of London Ohio alleging cruelty and neglect. The couple married in her teens, separated a year ago, and have a two year old daughter. Prugh coached for Wittenberg University and starred in Ohio Wesleyan’s championship teams, while belonging to a Madison County family.
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London
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Wittenberg
Ohio Wesleyan University
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Madison County
Religious War Predicted Over Pope Acts Near Paris
Paris dispatch reports that papers foresee a religious war as the Pope's intransigent stance triggers state action. The government considers new authority after provisions require a declaration under the 1881 law before services, with prosecutions to begin in many communes and police ready to dissolve parishes and expel priests.
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Ohioan Appointed Private Secretary to Ed wards
Edwin R. Sharp of Columbus is named private secretary to John H. Edwards, Assistant Secretary of the Treasury. He is the son of the President of the State Savings Bank and Trust Company of Columbus.
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Prisoner Hogan Claims He Killed Dana Gilman
John Hogan at Xenia Workhouse is trying to persuade fellow inmates he murdered Dana Gilman in Dayton on November 20. Authorities question if his claim reflects a weak mind or a ploy to shape others' perceptions.
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Xenia
Dana Gilman
Dayton
Detective Heitzmann forecasts Gilman family warrants
The Commercial Tribune reported on December 8 that Detective W S Heitzmann planned warrants against the entire Gilman family. Heitzmann outlined his full prospective actions, as forecast in that issue.
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Would-Be Villain Kills Friend During Theater Rehearsal
Bernard Flueck 16 fired a revolver at his friend Frank Ellis 16 killing him instantly at the corner of Keck and Foster streets during a crowd gathering. Both youths lived with their mothers and stepfathers. they worked at Boldt glass works and were inseparable companions. Flueck was arrested and charged with murder after the shooting.
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Miss Mary McAtee Shoots Father at Philadelphia Home
In Philadelphia on December 10 Miss Mary McAtee aged 23 shot her father the Rev John Quincy McAtee at their residence. Police say a quarrel with his wife preceded the incident as the minister allegedly tried to push Mrs McAtee down cellar stairs. The daughter fired three shots from a small revolver as she rushed downstairs.
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Mary McAtee
John Quincy McAtee
Gentry boy breaks legs in raccoon hunt
Walter Gentry fourteen, son of Henry Gentry of Ogleton, fell twenty feet from a tree while pursuing a raccoon. A decayed limb broke under him, shattering both legs. A brother called for help. doctors fear he may be crippled but survive.
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Walter Gentry
Henry Gentry
Ogleton
Treasury Secretary unveils $20 million relief plan
Secretary Shaw announced a relief scheme to ease money stringency. He will deposit 10 million in depositories and buy 10 million in 1907 bonds, with staggered payments starting January. Deposits cap at 1 million per institution, distributed among major cities including New York New Orleans Boston Philadelphia Baltimore Chicago St Louis Cincinnati Louisville Atlanta Memphis.
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Mrs Storer Claims She and Husband Created Roosevelt
Mrs. Storer asserts that she and her husband conceived President Roosevelt. She makes the claim in a published statement, contrasting with mainstream histories and noting their personal role in shaping his rise.
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Storer claims help shaped Roosevelts rise to Navy post
Mrs Bellamy Storer says she and husband shaped Theodore Roosevelts career by persuading William McKinley to appoint him Assistant Secretary of the Navy. She recounts visits to Canton and a long friendship between the Storer and Roosevelt families, plus a godfather role for Archie Roosevelt.
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Saloons Closed at 1 A.M. and Open at 5 A.M.
City Council member Daniel Bauer from the Fifteenth Ward introduced an ordinance to close saloons between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. replacing a prior bill that disappeared after referral. The council also debated pay raises for police and court staff, while approving a rail switch project and plans for sewering Westwood.
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Harding forecasts Foraker as 1908 GOP standard bearer
Lieutenant Governor Warren G. Harding predicts Governor Harris will be renominated and elected. He also expects Senator Foraker to be the Republican National standard bearer in 1908, ensuring a solid Ohio delegation for him if sought. The remark effectively removes Harding from the 1908 governor race.
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PLACE YOUR ADS EARLY FOR SUNDAY PAPER
The Commercial Tribune urges patrons to place large ad copy early for the Sunday edition. Copy should be left at the office by Friday night or Saturday noon at the latest.
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Storer replies to Roosevelt over Vienna posting row
Former Ambassador Bellamy Storer releases a detailed statement about his dismissal from Vienna and a disputed letter allegedly to President Roosevelt. He defends his actions and cites supposed Vatican lobbying by the Storer party and Archbishop Ireland.
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