Smith Held Despite Alibi Claim in Wife Murder Case
Oliver P. Smith, suspected of fatally injuring his wife, denied the charge and claimed an alibi. Chief Jackson said twelve witnesses place him in Cincinnati after the time he says he left, while a picture of the murdered wife unsettled him during questioning. Smith arrived in Cincinnati with Detective Schafer after surrendering in Indianapolis. The case hinges on circumstantial evidence and witness statements, including a saloon keeper sighting and a viaduct sighting.
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Shark Fine System Exposed by Cincinnati Loan Sharks
Legal Aid petitions reveal loan sharks in Cincinnati levy fines for late or missed payments. Women and families suffer as tightened terms fatten debt. receipts shortchange borrowers and threaten property. Activists urge reform with new bill to curb the sharks’ tactics.
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Cincinnati fugitive confesses theft before departing for Indianapolis
Oliver P. Smith, wanted in Cincinnati for his wife s murder, left Indianapolis at 6 pm after surrendering at Central police station this morning. He claimed innocence, said he could prove his whereabouts since fall and mentioned a past overcoat theft. Smith was handed to Cincinnati detectives as a fugitive.
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Court halts oral argument in boycott case
Supreme Court of the United States stops the boycott case against the American Federation of Labor as moot after announcing no remaining issue for ruling. The court proceeds with the contempt case against Gompers Mitchell and Morrison, with argument to conclude Monday.
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Love Claims Fair Flower Of Kentucky
Laura Spinks of Newport Kentucky married her sweetheart Robert Ferguson in Lexington after a surprise telegram at her 18th birthday party. The 17 year old bride left home under pretense of visiting a brother, returning to reveal the marriage during the gathering. The telegram shocked Mrs Spinks and honored the saying that love is a woman’s life.
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No Objection to the Image of Brigham Young
The Navy Department declines to interfere with Utahs silver service for the battleship Utah bearing Brigham Youngs image. Acting Secretary Nicholson notes the cost is borne by Utahns or private subscriptions, so the department will not dictate inscriptions. A letter to Bishop Burton explains the decision and its reasoning.
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Schenk juror faces contempt claims after jail backflip
In Wheeling West Virginia on January 7 a rediction in bond for Mrs. Leura Farnsworth Schenk was not granted today though expected. lone juror Isaac Heyman says intimidation sought to sway vote. Schenk and lawyers plan to pursue bail reduction, while prosecutors vow to seek venue change.
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Indiana Republicans Back Taft After Editorial Stand
The Indiana Republican Editorial association reversed last year's stance and adopted resolutions endorsing Taft. The group pledges support of the Republican press in the state and calls on voters to rally to Taft, citing his perceived large achievements for common good.
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Pro-American Reciprocity Pact Shocks Lawmakers and Consumers
A Washington dispatch reports the tariff reciprocity with Canada shocks Congress, splitting Republicans and delighting consumers. Northwest lawmakers push for further downward revisions, while Democrats mostly back the measure. Fate in the Senate remains uncertain as presidents supporters rally to push action before adjournment.
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Most Britons Favorable To Tariff Plans
London observers react to the United States Canada reciprocity agreement with mixed views. Officials see gains in liberal policy while reformers warn Britain cannot compete for colonial trade under free trade. President Taft presses for early action. a possible extra session is debated as Congress weighs terms and impact on prices and trade.
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