One Eye Witness Testifies in Willis Trial at Mt Pleasant
Henry Willis trial proceeds with one witness, Massey, who described the home scene during the shooting at Mt Pleasant. Massey testified on the events leading to the murder while noting marital strife and a troubling letter, offering context but not facts about the killing itself. The courtroom heard details of Willis’s character, family life, and relations as jurors were selected amid questions about insanity as a possible defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massey
Mt Pleasant
Henry Willis
Mra
Kirk Wood
Miss Massey
Willis
Manly County
Mt. Pleasant
Cross Bridges
Columbia
Ab Hood
Jim Hood
Commonwealth
W. L. Wells
N. EB. Dew
Charley Fergues
Chinese suspects traced after White teacher slain in Chicago
Chicago police pursue two Chinese men William L Leon and Chun sin tied to the Miss Elsie Sigel case bound for Vancouver after travel through Chicago with trunks. In New York Paul Sigel admits Elsie was strangled by Leung Lim a Chinese convert in his home. He cites bitter family conflict over Elsie’s association with Chinese converts and opposition to interracial marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
William L. Leov
Chua Lin
Elsie Sigel
Vancouver
W. J. Conley
Parmlee ‘Transfer Company
Washington
St. Paul
Wisconsin Central Road
Conley
Tekots
Canadian Pacific Road
Leon
Chun Sin
New York
Paul Sigell
Elsie
Leung Lim
Carey
Koe
Fort George
Sigel
Peice
Sigels
Eloie
Success Pointers On Mindset For Honest Business Conduct
A period piece advises tempering ambition with mildness and benevolence. It urges rejecting harsh competitive drives for a humane approach that earns esteem and affection from others, fostering sincere public virtue and prudent self restraint. The text closes with a note about a 3% savings department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howler Ks
Mystery of Elsie Sigel Deepens in Chinatown Case
Mrs Sigel remains shaken as police links to Chinatown emerge in the Elsie Sigel disappearance. She seeks help from Florence Todd and Bowery Rescue Mission while rumors tie Chinese associates to the case. Chu Gain admits affection for Elsie and fears rival Leun Lim. Sun Leung avoids police as investigators seek answers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sigele
Chu Gain
Elsie Sigel
Washington
First Wheat of the Season Ground by Columbia Miller
Morgan rang the flat Wheat to the Columbia market this year and J B Ashton secured the first new wheat. The Morgan crop yielded about 16 bushels per acre with No 2 grade, earning a 15 cent premium over market price of 1.40 per bushel. Last year Jim Morgan was first to market, arriving on the 20th. Margot was one day later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia Miller
Morgan
Columbia
J.B Ashton Agai
Mr. Morgan
Jim Morgan
Margot
Independence Day Plans With Novel Celebrations
The Maury County Fair Association announces a new plan for Independence Day celebrations, featuring a 35-piece band with eminent soloists, a prize for front cover design by a Maury Countian, and increased premiums for the horse show. Directors expect larger purses, better music, and more attractions across four nights plus a band concert on the fifth night. The July 4 observance will also include a State Anti-Saloon League plea for a praise service and a shifted emphasis to independence from prohibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Maury Countian
J. T. Moore
Colimbia
Herald
Maury Countlan
AntiSaloon League
Delicusey
Tennessee
Hawmin
Jolyath
Nile League
Hay
Johnson
Alvie
State
Ant Saloon League
Unis
Axtlsaloon League
W. R. Hamilton
Hall’s Catarrh Cure Ad and Endorsements
An old advertisement proclaims Hall’s Catarrh Cure offers a hundred dollar reward for incurable catarrh. It features endorsements by Walding Kinnan & Marvin and F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo. Claims internal cure via blood and mucous surfaces, testimonials, price per bottle, and a suggestion to use Hall’s Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
Hall
Shelton Farm Changes Hands Near Columbia
Menara Huckaby and Thomas, real estate agents, arranged the sale of the T. A. Shelton farm on the Car Belleville Pike near Columbia. The 186 acre property was divided: R. P. Dodson bought 85 acres for 8560 and J. W. Nowlin acquired 100 acres for 5000.
Bailey Sues For Damages Against Mining Firm and Others
Bailey files suit in the Gront Court seeking thousands in damages from Charleston Mining and Manufacturing Co and Vicetnta Chemical Co for £2000. The complaint also includes charges against Dr J S Hill for £2000. Declarations not yet filed as of report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. C. Belley
Gront
Charleston Mining and Manufacturing Co
Vicetnta Chemical Co
Anne
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General Massey
Orient
Paul Sigel
The
Celestials
the Herald
Louisville
M. Sabel & Sons
Louisville, KY
Farmers & Merchants Bank
Meckne
Maury National Bana
Phoenix Savings Bank and Trust Co
Hae Leen
New “Voluntary Banking Act
State Husky
National Bank
Kare Bikie Lane
Phoenix National Bank
Besliy
Wilosanu
Tte
Ite
Pitoxsry Savixus Bask W Tren Co
Aleo
Will. Net
Ashton Mills
Honor
C. C. Morgan
Anti Saloon League
Hamilton
Carter Shelby
Shelton Farm
Bailey
Genesee Pure Food Co
le Roy
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