Murder Mystery Creates Interest in Stevens County Case
A self confessed murderer Raphael Janni cannot prove his confession for the Feb 18 killing of Joe Corrolo in Northport. Prosecutors Noble and Ledgerwood reveal conflicting evidence while inquest records note a single fatal bullet and discrepancies in Janni’s five versions. The case centers on bloodless clothing and inconsistent wounds as investigators pursue truth.
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Stevens County
Raphael Janni
Northport
Joe Corrolo
O. W. Noble
C. A. Ledgerwood
Janni
Corrolo
George Zubac
Zubac
Peter Janni
Tom Martin
Martin
Colville
Wandertaker
Noble
Ledgerwood
G. M. Stapish
J. J. Travis
Jimmie Potesta
Giniano Bifano
Joe Manfredo
Bifano
Mrs. Zoe English Dies in Spokane Deaconess
Mrs. Zoe English wife of Roy English died early Monday at Deaconess hospital Spokane after years of illness. She is survived by her husband two daughters her father Nathan Hardenbrook a sister and a brother. Her body was shipped to Colville and funeral held Tuesday at the Methodist church with burial in Highland cemetery.
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Roy English
Spokane
Zoe English
Nathan Hardenbrook
Jessie Hardenbrook
Carl Hardenbrook
Colville
Quinn W. McCord
Highland Cemetery
G. E. Whitten
English
Prosecuting Attorney Reports Stevens County 1921
Osee W. Noble, prosecuting attorney, submits to Governor Hart the 1921 Stevens County office report. Superior court convictions reached 11 internal dismissals and 26 default divorces, with insanty and mothers pensions noted. Justice court activity includes 106 appearances, 68 convictions, 35 liquor cases, fines totaling 5735 dollars, and pending cases. narcotics and highway liquor transport recommendations are urged. Noble cites bootlegger crime driving calls for a conspiracy law akin to federal statutes.
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Osee W. Noble
Stevens County
Hart
Justice Courts
Prosecuting Act
Superior Court
Justice Court
Auto Stage or Train Service in the Balance
A public meeting in the court room discussed auto stage competition with the railway between Colville and Deer Park. Campbell Parsons seeking a state permit faced opposition from Great Northern. No vote was taken and the Chamber of Commerce will decide. The railroad argues morning and evening trains would be cut if stages operate.
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Court Room
Chamber of Commerce
Campbell & Parsons
State Department of Public Works
Colville
Deer Park
Great Northern Railway
W. Lon Johnson
August Alstrom
L. B. Donley
Stevens County
Atty
J. T. Raftis
The
Mrs. Celia Underwood Dies Near Colville at 56
Mrs. Celia Underwood wife of W Y Underwood died at their Palmer Siding home near Colville on Sunday March 5. Born in 1866 at Rutland Illinois she was 56. She leaves husband four sons seven daughters and many friends. Burial was Thursday at Highland Cemetery with Rev G E Whitten in charge and Quinn W McCord directing. Pallbearers were F Westerbeck Harley Newcomb O E Wisdom Oscar Pratt Alfred Huguenin Leo May. Music by Mrs G E Whitten.
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Celia Underwood
W. Y. Underwood
Palmer Siding
Colville
Rutland
Ill
Highland Cemetery
G. E. Whitten
Quinn W. McCord
F. Westerbeck
Harley Newcomb
O. E. Wisdom
Oscar Pratt
Alfred Huguenin
Leo May
State College Man Organizes Three Clubs
F. L. Audrain of Washington State College visited Colville from Sunday to Wednesday and organized three clubs. A pig club at the 12 mile school house includes Robt. Cosner as president and Elmer Nickles as vice president with other members. a packing house in Spokane may supply free bred pigs. Two sewing clubs formed with members led by Josephine Nickles and Thelma Brooks. More clubs are expected across the county.
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F. L. Audrain
Washington State College
Colville
Robt. Cosner
Elmer Nickles
Carl Huffman
Fredrick Daniels
Ralph Lew
Wilbur VanLeoven
Byron Moran
Spokane
Helen Lew
Josephine Nickles
Lena Wiltermood
Gladys Lew
Sella Huffman
Gladys Huffman
Clara Larson
Alma Larson
Thelma Overcash
Red School House
Thelma Brooks
Helen McNearny
Lena Pratt
Dorothy Heberling
American Legion Smoker Delivers Fast Boxing Bouts
The American Legion smoker on Friday night featured strong bouts including Baird of Colville losing to Williams of the S A A C Spokane at 138 pounds, and Steve Parker of Addy defeating Lambert of the Elks Spokane in a second round KO. Williams and Lambert were suspended from the association for Colville not being a member.
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American Legion
Legion
Baird
Colville
Williams
Spokane
Steve Parker
Addy
Lambert
Elks Club
Parker
Stevens County
Jimmie Hard
Ralph
Jimmie
Association
Spokane Chronicle
Schedule of Coming Events and Local Notes
The article lists March holidays and local activities including Mar 17 events in Stevens County Colville Marcus and nearby venues. It also notes a marriage of Rev Fred A Thomas to Mrs Hat tie B Davis and expansion at Lansburn Freeman billiard parlors adding space for another table and cards.
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Fred A Thomas
Christian Church of
Colville
Hattie B. Davis
P. O. Gates
Lansburn & Freeman
Political Announcement About Politeness to Youth
A harsh admonition urges politeness to young boys met by inmates. The speaker warns that one may become superintendent of the poor house, implying a cautionary link between present conduct and future roles.
John B Slater Tells About California
John B Slater describes a trip through the San Joaquin valley from Fresno to Bakersfield, noting the arid landscape, irrigation works, and rising water demand. He visits Bakersfield’s prosperous streets, tall buildings, and absence of unemployment, highlighting the oil boom and growth in Kern County.
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San Diego
Cal
Examiner
San Joaquin Valley
Henry
Fresno
Bakersfield
Stockton
Sierras
Bakersfield Basin
Kern County
Col
Thomas H. Baker
California
Kern River
Baker
Fremont
Tracy
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Opticia
Colville, Washington
Colville Abstract CO
Frank Kostka
Shannon
Molly O’branigan
Mary O’brien
Colville Song Shop
Hazel Emery
Colville Laundry
Chapman & Simpson
Topnoch Flour Mills
Washington
Prosecuting Attorney
State College Man
K. P. Temple
Marcus
Rice
Grant
John B.slater
San Francisco
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