Devastating storms sweep Illinois Indiana and Kentucky
Dispatches report cloudbursts and tornadoes across Southern Illinois Indiana and Kentucky. New Minden Illinois lost five lives and many houses. Gradyville Kentucky suffered a deadly cloudburst with multiple fatalities and extensive property loss. York Illinois saw three dead and eight fatally injured as a tornado destroyed homes and damaged the town.
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Federation plan for Central American republics outlined
Plans for a federation of the 11 Central American republics take form in Mexico City with a congress expected to draw over 200 delegates. About 100 delegates from each of the republics are to be registered, signaling possible regional union.
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Chicago Sees Record May Suicide Toll
Chicago recorded a high number of self inflicted deaths in May with fifty five people ending their lives. The coroner’s office and forecaster Henry J Cox attribute the rise to weather conditions.
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Commercial Tribune
Chicago
Henry J.cox
Hayashi Confers With the Mikado in Tokyo
Viscount Hayashi the Foreign Minister met with the elder statesmen and Cabinet Minister and then went to the palace. It is believed that important diplomatic affairs were discussed, including the American question.
Earthquake Destroys Turkish Village Serai Near Van
Constantinople June 8 The village of Serai fifty miles east of Van on the Turko-Persian frontier was destroyed by an earthquake yesterday. Slight shocks were felt at Van.
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Taft Campaign Names Vorys National Manager
Insurance Commissioner Arthur I. Vorys will manage the Taft presidential campaign nationwide after talks with Taft and Rep. Burton. The move follows Ohio success and aims to build delegates in key states, with Taft’s forces seeking early state conventions and a strong push into the South. Taft planned a western trip and an earlier lunch with Roosevelt before upcoming political sessions.
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Mother Church Class Honors Mrs Eddy With Congratulatory Epistle
First Church of Christ Scientist leaders in Boston issue a congratulatory message to Mary Baker G. Eddy, praising her faith and leadership amid ongoing litigation. The epistle notes her holy example strengthens their faith and urges all to follow her as they follow the Master.
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Mother Church
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Mrs Gould alimony fight centers on 250000 yearly demand
In New York June 8 the Gould separation suit pauses as counsel prepare briefs for Justice McCall to strike out alleged irrelevant and scandalous items. A decision and potential appellate action loom, with alimony likely to be requested later.
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New York
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Clarence J. Shearn
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Shearn
Nicolvhe
Roosevelt Attends Corner Stone Ceremony at New Masonic Temple
President Roosevelt took part in the corner stone laying for the new Masonic Temple in Washington. He delivered remarks stressing the obligation of Masons to be good citizens and to reflect credit on the order and the nation. Also spoke J H Small Jr and Matthew Trimble with other officials present. The ceremony featured historic regalia and a Bible used by Washington.
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Professor Karl Hall in Karlsruhe Faces Murder Charge
Karl Hall, Roman law professor at George Washington University, is imprisoned in Karlsruhe charged with murdering his mother in law Frau Molitor. A prison visit by the governor sparked reports of a confession denied by authorities. Mrs Hall reportedly drowned herself in a Swiss lake after a farewell note claiming she could not live apart from her husband, despite the murder charges.
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Germany
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George Washington University
Washington, D. C
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Switzerland
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Mayor orders strict enforcement of vehicle license laws
Hamilton Ohio June 8 Mayor W F Thomas directs police to strictly enforce vehicle and peddlers license ordinances in effect. Noncompliance will lead to prosecution as authorities pledge rigid enforcement of the ordinances and license display.
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Commercial Tribune
Hamilton
W. F. Thomas
Lawrence man dies amid $500000 life insurance mystery
L. H. Perkins of Lawrence Kansas died after falling from his roof a death believed not accidental. He had applied for 100000 insurance with Union Central Life last December but the risk was declined. Perkins, a 50 year old attorney and prominent citizen, had planned a palatial new home that burned before completion. The incident involves insurers examining if the death was intended.
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Orchard Trial Drama Enlarges in Haywood Case Slayings
Boise June 8 The cross examination of Harry Orchard, confessed killer of eighteen by bullet and bomb, continues into a prolonged session as defense aims to undercut his life story. The trial tracks decades of alleged mine violence and conspiracy led by W D Haywood with testimony from Orchard and prospective witnesses across several states.
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Harry Orchard
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W. D. Haywood
Steve Adams
Haywood
Moyer
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