State Opens Case in Famous Matewan Trial
The Matewan murder trial of Bid Mattie and 19 others began as the state opened its case in the court at Matewan. Prosecution, led by J. B. Marcus, outlined the fatal shooting of Albert Folta, while defense indicated a strategy of witness questioning and possible appeals. The case proceeds with testimony planned for the week, as crowding and transport concerns mark the proceedings.
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Mattie
Cosdatindantw
Albert Folta
Aileghard
J.B. Conim
Shirynidn
Amin
Matewan
Ovni
Tstleven
Olelock
Nour
RD. Batley
Sind
J. B. Marcum
Wight
Thus Tellot
Matownu
Gamp Shorman
Sero
Four Die in Blaze at Memphis Tragedy Notice
A Memphis fire claim reports four dead in a house blaze leaving two children orphaned. Victims include Lydia Newman and Mrs Pela Almonds sister of Mira Newman, with Nellie and Helen among the children named. Fire trapped the family on the kitchen floor.
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Blaze
Memphis
United Press
Mampits
Lydia Newman
Pela Almmons
Mira
Newman
Childran
Nelliy
Helen
Wonton
Reorganization of State Department to be discussed
The United Press reports a state government reorganization plan to be discussed. President Tyriline will host a conference at Chartes 32, Thighew shont. Further details remain unclear due to incomplete text.
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United Preasy
ST. Augustine
Fla
Norview
Qinforonce
United Press
Knoxville
Bishoy
Warrelly
Great Lakes Gospel Meetings Reported Midnight Temperatures
From United Press dispatches regional night notes describe Full Gospel meetings in the Great Lakes area. Weather mentions near midnight temperatures and gospel services at Main Street venues with recurring Sunday Tuesday and Friday night sessions.
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Wwartingnon
Great Lakes
Bibieek
Algo Hemiad
Erie Council Calls for Recall and State Police Action
Erie council demands recall and deployment of state police to BriTown after river patrols and water troubles. Mayor Hox faces scrutiny as investigators prepare to resume hearings next Monday.
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Erie Council
Daylight Saving Fight Progress Reported Locally
County official Mirman reports progress in the daylight saving petition fight. Leaders urge a vote as lawmakers consider moving the schedules, with public petitions circulating and a district ballot measure debated for possible adoption.
Wage Cut Controversy Sparks Rail Strike Tensions
United Pro reports Southern rail workers resist wage cuts while unions push for modifications in pay and conditions. Rail executives deny plans to reduce wages for all staff as talks continue.
Senate considers Franco Wil amnesty amid prison petitions
The Judiciary committee weighs amnesty petitions from Franco Wil and other prisoners as part of ongoing Senate business. The Navy Appropriation bill is under continued review while Edward N. Hurley testifies before a committee on inquiries into war administration. Ways and Means holds hearings on tax policy and appropriations panels discuss fortifications funding.
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Eiward N. Hurley
Whipping Board
Girl Talks Constantly Doctors Puzzled
In Waukegan Til Fab 1 a perplexing case centers on Mirinné Rabind whose constant talking baffled doctors for a week. The alleged cause remains unclear as efforts to stop the chatter failed and the girl kept talking despite investigations and treatment attempts.
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Mwake
Taughe
Snow storm halts effort to operate cars in Albany
In Albany and Troy a major 1200 employee strike disrupted traction service as weather deteriorated. The storm halted attempts to clear tracks and operate streetcars for about four miles in Albany and ten blocks in Troy, delaying transit operations today.
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Ambany
Ily Unirod Traction Company
Albany
Troy
Sbrlike Tren
Bedient: Toledo Club Appearance Noted in Local Row
Fragmentary text records a Toledo Club event note with mentions of Hugh Hodient and a Phoning game at the fair grounds. The passage references Paleanor, Corry, and the Talat Club of the Ameghadn aschelation, plus a Helppin trip next month.
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Hugh Hodient
HHA
Agi Betiyehu Paleanor and Corry
Houston Attorney Kidnapped in Alving Case
A former Houston attorney is reported kidnapped after a pursuit near Alvin. The suspect fled toward Alvin after the incident, with orders to leave Houston within three days. The case follows a prior pursuit and involves a missing official connected to the crime.
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Univea Reas
Houston
Mer
Bighmaski Mai Kimppad
Hoth
Alvin
Alvin, Hobbit Now Kidnapped In Ouster, Last Batthday Night and Morred Ani
Alviglas
Moviday
Will test efficiency of aircraft in Senate probe
Resaily Hons finishing woerothy of Ueavy to tur over to the army aid veryiey Sbulvly warships and grtering the meals Ehin 40 drop bompa on Loy to test thy wfmvnes of the attornee against novel yoxsols werenfrivmond today in the Senate by Senator New ind in io Hore by Representative Anthony.
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United Press
Washington
Resaliy
Senate
New Ind
Anthony
Drop in Crude Triggers Drilling Suspension
A report notes a drop in crude prices prompting a suspension of drilling activity. No new work is planned and production is expected to curtail as a result, with owners and officials weighing future steps.
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Unitea
Prohibition Entreaty Reported by Congress Panel
A fragment notes Republican lawmakers in the House debate a prohibition entertainment issue. The message cites the Department of Justice and revenue concerns. Standards and interim actions are mentioned without clear outcomes.
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Warsitington
Justten
Faithy
Department of Justion
Tay United Pressy Construction Co Incorporates
An immigration and incorporation report outlines a proposed stock and charter for Tay United Pressy Construction Co. with plans to form a corporation in New York. The filing notes examinations of immigrants Wouldna and J W Rickers and details about the company’s purpose and anticipated operations.
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Thome
Toy
Padeauigern
Boston
Sensation in Germany Over Kaiser's Talk
A garbled foreign dispatch reports German reaction to a Kaiser's speech. The piece mentions military grants, medals, and proclamations while noting strong public interest and political debate.
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Germany
Kaiser
Parallel To Famous Becker Case May Echo In Trial
An obscure New York report cites Charles A Whitnes and police investigators in a case linking whiskey hustling and a murder tied to Lewy Berker. The article references a suspect named Walsh and hints at a broader pattern connected to the Becker affair.
Real Estate Agency Takes Over Property
A real estate agency announces takeover of property located at the intersection of Summer and Main streets. The filing notes the transfer of parcels and related liens or notices affecting the Teall building and adjacent lots.
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Hilary A. Pablenwon
Phuc
Matey
Teall
Officials Say Precautions Are Being Taken
A United Prowx report from New York cites officials warning of a possible typhus outbreak linked to European travel. Copeland urges immediate state and port action to prevent spread as health authorities track twenty passengers infected aboard a ship at New York.
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United Prowx
New York
Heath
Copeland
United Prow Toildy
Follerul
Washington
Sungeone
Hugh Commmin Boday Préiatad
Hurope
Sri ‘Moraghan
Phyais Lane
Poland
Wesertonniling
Corry Police Seek Murder Suspect After Pittsburgh Escape
Corry police issued a lookout for a man named Dhomas or Wingros, who escaped from a Pittsburgh facility after a pistol wound battle with officers. The suspect weighs about 145 pounds, stands 110 feet high, and is described as about 49 years old with a white reddish complexion. A $45,000 reward was offered for capture.
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Corry
Doxesh
Homan
Wingros
Pittsburgh
Polive
Ters
Dhomas
Kirwin Directory Compilation Chronicles Towns
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a directory compilation in Kirwin and surrounding towns. It references a William Un Shwin and a local effort to compile a city directory, with unclear dates and names but indicating regional readership and civic record work.
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William
Erie and Corry Clubs in Rifle Match
Erie and Corry rifle clubs prepare for a February match at the county seat rink. The Redwind Gas ship and the Hod and Gon club vie for top honors as practice sessions intensify and teams finalize lineups.
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Qusry
Wks
Redwind
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Snatetibe
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Mombdty
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