Contested fortune of Christian Science founder’s estate
George W. Baker of Concord sues for possession of fortune left by Mary Baker Eddy. He claims rights as nephew and argues family settlement voids others’ claims. The case, heard in Merrimack County Superior Court, centers on who legally inherits Mrs Eddy’s estate. In a separate item, a French aviator Baquo flew 140 miles solo before crash landing on Gorgona after leaving Antibes.
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George W. Baker
Concord
Ebehoxer J. Foster Day
Eddy
Balor
Mra. Jd
Elaine
Varnal
Nice
Baquo
Shirpahootera
Antobea
Corntea
Bare Mints
Sicily
Tinta
Gorgona
Lighorn
Program for Extra Session to Revise Tariff Law
Democratic leaders plan a special session starting April 4 to revise the Payne A ld hrich tariff woolen schedule and possibly parts of the cotton schedule. They aim to pass a bill cutting about 190,000 items, including wearing apparel, and seek broader tariff reform later after investigations. The Senate majority is eight, with several insurgents needed to advance reforms, while Republicans in the Senate may block.
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Rex Wlalon
Washington
Payne-Aldrich
Hilt
Preserit Phuna
Baltgen
United States
Peck
Ube
Inn Mller
Senate
Lott
House
Hoday
Enlew
Henry
Tinett
Aked to Quit New York Pastor Likely to Accept Pacific Call
Dr Charles Aked of Fifth Avenue Baptist faced a possible departure as reports said he would likely accept a call from the Pacific Avenue church. A special meeting was planned to decide on his status as church trustees consider financial implications. The congregation filled the morning service as word spread of Dr Aked's possible move.
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New York
Maroh
Charles
Fifth
Avenus Baptist
Pacific
Agemenk
Euurch
Rexson
Abed
Fifth Avenue Baptist Church
Trial of Mrs Melber Opens in Albany Supreme Court
The trial of Mrs Matt Melber, a young widow, began before Justice Howard in the Albany Supreme Court today. The defendant lured her year old son to lonely woods and when he asked for a drink of water she gave carbolic acid, leading to a death that the prosecution says will be lunacy.
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Melber
Albany
Mato
Matt Melber
Howard
Supreme Court
Melver
Jonely Woods
Charles D Hill Named Secretary to the President
Charles D Hill’s appointment as secretary to the president is formally announced, detailing his new role in the administration and noting the official confirmation of the assignment.
Minneapolis Swept by Flames Disturb Downtown Block
A fast spreading fire yesterday tore through a Nicollet Avenue block in Minneapolis between Fifth and Sixth streets, threatening the business district. The blaze impacted the Hudson Woolworth and J K Hudson stores and the Goody Company, destroying property valued at about a million dollars and prompting fire companies from St. Paul to assist. Dozens were rescued as firefighters battled the flames for hours, with high losses feared and a massive search hampered by the wall separating parts of the block. The cause remains under investigation.
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Minneapolis
Nicollet Avenue
J. Ks, Hudson & Son, Jewelers
W. Woolworth & Co
Paul
Suat
Enlarged Tariff Board Includes Two New Members
Washington March 6 formal executive order announces enlargement of the Tariff Board by two members. William M. Howard of Georgia and Thomas W. Page of Virginia, both Democrats, join the panel. James Burton Reynolds of Massachusetts moves from third to fourth place and Henry Amery is named chairman. The board will now have three Republicans and two Democrats.
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Washington
White House
Tabfp
Willam M. Howard
Georgia
Thomas W. Re
Virginia
Howard
Congress
University of Virginia
James Burton Reynolds
Massachsett
Etiltiud
Mr. Page
Desigaited HO
Amery
Page
Distinctions and temper in Abington star tale
A clipped quotation claims an actress has a bad temper. The manager responds that efforts to rally temper failed as salary remains low, leaving little incentive to adjust temperament. The item reflects tabloid-style gossip about a film star and industry tensions.
Taft Names New Secretary Amid Banquet Revels
President Taft announced the appointment of Mr. Hillis as assistant secretary to the president at a Washington banquet attended by Norton, Taft, and reporters. Norton will resign to become vice president of a New York bank. A Virginia woman’s letter suggested reading Leviticus for guidance after the oath. Norton’s expense rose as he faced the move back to Wall Street, while Edmund Dwight’s contract with an Employers' Liability company was canceled to enable the switch.
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Vin Gihla
Washington Auroh
D. Whifs
Chy
Gluvine
Norton
Hilly
White House
Becumm
Phat Nutiong Bank of
New York
Hitt
Dulien
Taft
Winsell
Virginia
Tor Hia
the Treasury
Mampton
Hono
Philosphy
Mr. Hill
Aaron
Scrythy Norton
Romsbody
Witterness of
Wall Treet
Mx Mums
Edmund Dwight
Employers’ Liability Asurance Company of London
Afr
Dwieht
Onsen
Washington
Mflus
Cadets Examinations Open 129 Vacancies at West Point
Washington announces 129 vacancies for the United States Military Academy at West Point with examinations to be held nationwide. The Army plans to fill posts across 88 parts, aiming to widen access and ensure a higher graduation rate under Major General Leonard Wool, chief of staff.
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Wes Point Academy
Washington
United States Military Academy
West Point
Academy Inc
Jeonard Wool
Chive
Mtatt
Army
First National Bank of Warren Penn a
Forty fifth year notice lists officers W Jamieson president and T Conaero cashier.
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Warren National Bank
Warren, Pa
First National Bank of Warren, Penn’a
W. Jamieson
T. Conaero
Caahi
The Doctor's Question and Rexall Cure Ad In One Page
A vintage advertisement promotes Rexall Orderlies as a safe laxative and tonic for bowel disorders with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. It touts benefits for children and the elderly, notes two sizes, and links the product to a local store The Rexall Store Banbitt and Son in Corry Pennsylvania. It also includes broad commentary about Korean street commerce and local merchants, with a jab at concealment of wares and shop signs. The piece blends product pitch with regional observations and humorous asides about shoppers and merchants.
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Flo
Rexall
Banbitt & Son
Corry, Pa
Kore
Korea
Treat Sleux
Baltimore
Insurrection Breaks Out in Paraguay amid Government Crisis
Weekington reports a Paraguayan insurrection against President Jara's government. Rebels control Conception and southern rail lines while three thousand government troops move to quell them. Argentina says two Mibanovich river boats were seized February 2 and an expedition of five vessels has entered Paraguayan waters.
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Weekington
San
Paraguay
Edwin V. Morgun
Stam Department
Conception
Argentius
Jarv
True
Jara
Lorimer Receives Ovacion In Chicago Parade Welcome
Senator William B. Lorimer arrives from Washington to a large Chicago crowd. A brass band leads a parade of marching automobiles and supporters as the vindicated senator is escorted to his home amid cheers and waving.
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Lorimer
Chicago
William B. Lorimer
Washington
Tomnittlee
United States
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Charles D. Hill
Fira
St. Paul
Enlarged Tariff Board
Hills
OIL City Trust Company
Warren County
F. K. Russell
R. H. Winger
Teller
C. H. Henderson Piano Company
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