Edmund Clarence Stedman Dies Poet and Critic at 73
Edmund Clarence Stedman noted as a poet and literary critic died at his home after a long illness of heart trouble. The New York Times reports he suffered a fatal cardiac attack while resuming work after a morning at his desk. Stedman, born in Hartford, rose to fame in New York journalism and poetry, later editing and lecturing widely.
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Walsh Declared Guilty in 270 Year Contingent Term
John R. Walsh former President of the Chicago National Bank convicted on fifty four counts of misapplication of funds by a federal jury in Chicago. The verdict followed lengthy deliberation and featured emotional testimony from juror Elbert Palmer. Walsh faces a possible sentence of five to ten years per count.
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International Harvester fined for antitrust violations in Kansas
In Shawnee County Kansas Judge Dana fines International Harvester Company 12600 after finding the firm guilty on 43 counts of antitrust law violations. A 60 day stay of execution granted to pursue a Supreme Court appeal. The case began when Kansas handled dealer contracts limited to IH and price schedules. Evidence included Cyrus McCormick’s Kansas City dealer meeting admission.
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Murdered woman's body found on tenant porch in Indiana
FRANKFORT Ind Jan 18 The body of Mrs Samuel Dukes aged 45 was found on the back porch of tenant George Benge after a bullet hole through her heart. A strip from a blue apron bound her feet and a handkerchiefs covered her eyes. Police suspect murder and questioned her sons and witnesses who saw quarrels and a cloak wrapped object. Mrs Dukes had been lodging with Dunbar and had planned to collect rent at Benge's. Her husband Samuel Dukes lives in Clymer.
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Taft Indorsements Shape Butler County Primary Push
Dayton dispatch reports Taft momentum in Ohio primaries with county committees endorsing Taft for President while debating Foraker and Harris. Butler County votes split on Senator indorsement, ultimately backing Taft and calling for a direct February primary to nominate delegates.
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Burglars Steal Malpin Jewels From East Fourth Street Home
Robbers broke into Mrs. William McAlpin’s residence at 530 East Fourth Street around 1 30 this morning and stole diamond rings watches and other gems estimated at 1200 dollars. Mrs McAlpin heard intruders saw a man drop his white derby hat and fired a revolver but the thieves fled. Police say the culprits are white men and suspect other local robberies.
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City Beautiful Ordinance Upheld by Court
New York Supreme Court Justice Leventritt dismissed the Fifth Avenue Coach Company suit to bar city advertising signs on buses. The case, tied to efforts against commercialism in public space, upheld municipal power to regulate exterior bus signage along Fifth Avenue.
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Austria Probing Indiana Killing Sparks Diplomatic Tension
Prosecution by the Austro-Hungarian monarchy threatens Gary police after a sand dunes clash last Wednesday night left two Emperor Franz Josef subjects dead. Chicago attorney Henry A. Beeche led the inquiry under embassy instruction to see if Hungarian rights were respected. The case may go before Judge Anderson in Indianapolis after review of Federal warrants.
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Critics Target Moving Picture Shows in New York
The Actors' National Protective Union urges the Central Federated Union to address dangers in New York nickelodeons. It alleges inexperienced operators, inadequate fire precautions, and unsafe exits in many theater rooms raising public safety concerns.
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