Fake Prize Fights Swindlers Arrested in Philadelphia
Arrests were made in Philadelphia of men linked to a major prize fight swindle case tied to prominent con men. Detective Boyle chased leads from Adelphia with evidence implicating several suspects in large-scale fraud. Victims in the West were drawn to the city by the scheme and deceived out sums ranging from thousands to over ten thousand dollars.
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Wilkee-Barra
B. A. Bturkle
George W. Post
Philadelphia
Mills
Boyle
Julea Helzo
HME
Pritt Molanagle
Scranton
Fragmentary OCR News Item
A damaged OCR fragment mentions names and places in a scattered local notice. Readable details include partial words and nonstandard spellings, with no clear event, date, or outcome to anchor a full card.
Judge Speer Heroism Saves Children From Rabid Dog
On May 23 United States Judge Emory Speer, while horseback riding, spotted a dog attacking children. He halted, drew his revolver, and shot the dog as it neared a child, killing it instantly and preventing a severe bite.
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Judge Spoor
Do You Envelopes Offer for Quick Closeout
An advertisement offers business or return card envelopes at reduced prices. Quantities include 500 for 1.25 dollars, 1000 for 2.00 dollars, 2000 for 3.50 dollars, and 5000 for 7.50 dollars. Contact details are not provided.
Stops Train to Jail Youth in Vincennes Ind May 81
William Dorsey an Indianapolis engineer on a northbound fast passenger train was struck by a clod thrown by Lou Small son of Martin Small who was plowing nearby. Dorsey filed charges against Small in Vincennes for assault and battery. Small admitted throwing the clod saying he hoped to hit the train and did not expect serious consequences.
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Vincennes
Ind
Wiliam Dorsey
Indianapolis
Bleknall
Broveville
Lou Small
Martin Small
Dorney
Small
Jared
Trier
Wuld
TWO BUY PEARY'S SHIP FOR ARCTIC HUNT
Mary Payne Whitney and a companion plan an Arctic hunting voyage after purchasing Peary's ship. They prepare to carry Roosevelt’s team on the vessel, now docked in Brooklyn. The buyers also own the Gainey Hotel and a hunting lodge nearby.
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Payne Whitney
New Albany
Ming
Jay J. Ralnes
New York
Milliawiire
Payne Whiteey
Sporsmen
Atontier Roosevelt
Robert J. Peary
Ramney
Whitney
Wrooklyn
Paul
Ramey
Gainey
Dla Luce
Tony
Albany Plans Compromise On Primary Reform Bill
Governor and Republican senators label a primary reform measure a compromise built on Cobb’s bill. The committee finalized the draft on Sunday and will submit it to Governor Mayer for his approval, expected to be granted. The bill acknowledges the state convention.
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Albany
Cobb
Mighel
Mtsa
Silk of Samarkand Dyeing in Old Fashioned Trade
The Silke of Samarkand known for rainbow color blends is sold only at a yearly window when ready for a pinning. Dyed and woven in the maker’s family, exports rely on traditional methods and imported threads. Local availability is limited to special occasions, with garments described as elaborate handwork reflecting a Glorified droning gown.
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Samarkand
B. A. Powell
Byanybody
Insurgent Force Advances Toward Rama in Nicaragua War
In Bluefields Nicaragua from May 1943 a small insurgent force under Getter Monn attacked government troops commanded by General Uhavatin. Rebels to the rear disrupted supply lines near Muelle de Son Mueyon, forty miles west of Rama. They captured ammunition and destroyed 200000 rifles and cartridges. Rama is described as surrounded with no food or ammunition.
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Bluefields
Getter Monn
Uhavatin
Caneral Mowaida
Muelle de Son Mueyon
Rama
Republican Floor Leader Denounced in House Debate
Representative Ames of Massachusetts attacked Republican leader Mr. Payn in the House, accusing him of intolerance and discourtesy. He read letters showing heated correspondence over a proposed treaty to improve trade relations between the United States and Canada.
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Butler Aman
Washington
Payya
New York
Thief Amen
Massachusetts
Ames
Payny
Lionas
Canada
Work More Unpopular En Mayor Bookwaller Says School Educate Away From Labor
Former Indian avolls mayor Brookwalter tells the United Typothetae of America that schools push boys away from work and toward idle labor. He laments the idea of work being dishonorable and advocates a domestic science department at Winona to train girls for marriage and household skills.
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Bookwaller
Washington
Bay 21
Charlo Crookwaller
Indianavolls
United ‘Typothetwe
America
Witton “Techeal Institute
Nhat
Mr. Brook
More Cures More: Whispers of Relief in Period Glasgow
Fragmentary ad style letter touts a folk remedy for female ailments claiming success with methods and a compound named Vepotarous. It mentions backache fatigue dizziness and nervous prostration as conditions aided by the remedy, urging readers to try the product. The text references various names and places in a hazy promotional tone.
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Oronogo
Pinkbeui
St Louis
Tower Park
Saati
Baby May Free Father In Destruction Case
Elbert Fearon, son of Patrick Fearon, imprisoned at Fort Leavenworth, was found with five government papers linked to a prior destruction case. Fearon sought clemency from President Taft as Judge Morris hinted at recommending leniency after new evidence emerged.
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Finis
Cronkstoo
Milan
Elbert
Patrick Jearon
Grinoner
Fort Leavenworth
Kan
Biother
Earson
Taft
Fearon
Morris
Mrs Taft Attends Church Services in Washington
Mrs Taft attended services at St John’s church walking from the White House. She wore a blue silk gown and white hat while a small crowd gathered to congratulate her on her honorary membership in the World’s Sunday Reformation organization. President Taft and his brother Charles P. Tate attended All Sole Unitarian church.
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Washington
Taft
St. John's Church
Waukinses
All Soale Unitarian Church
Charles P. Tate
Fragmentary Invitation Text From Historical Notice
Fragmentary OCR text shows a cordial invitation with garbled phrases about friends, separation, and a greeting. It includes references to ongoing conversation and possible names or titles but lacks clear events, dates, or locations to establish a definite news item. The readable parts indicate a social invitation tone rather than a formal notice.
Special May Roofing Sale At 245 Par Square
Miller and Stuart announce a May sale on roofing with price set at 245 par square. The event follows a successful carload sale last spring and aims to attract repeat customers.
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Miller & Stuart
As She Viewed It by Attorney Exchange
A dialogue sketch shows Atty Dimpleton urging life insurance while Dimpleton jokes about fate and outlook, with playful banter on risks and longevity reflecting a humorous societal bit.
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Dimpleton
Baseball GAMES Sunday Schedule Across Cities and Standings
Sunday baseball results and standings show Philadelphia leading the American League, with New York and Detroit close behind. Weekend games featured at St Louis Chicago Montreal and Montreal action, with various battery pairings listed.
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St. Touls
Louis
Sollee
Bachman
Phelps
Fol
Wilhelm
Beanton
Tengen
Run
Cin'nath
Bouton
Frock
Mattern
Smith
Buges
sMcLean
Chicago
RALB
Phil
New York
Cleveland
Jinnituse
Philadelphia
Palladelphia
Notrott
Washington
St Touts
P.O
Pittobure
Chicaga
Cinetnnalt
Mt New York
Mt U 08
Philadelpia
Aie
BE. Lows
Rowton
Brovulg Sey
Baturday's Canes
St. Tonle
Louly
Ana Jon
Phisbiry
Mittburg
Chibs
Bh. P.O
Newark
Buffalo Sertine We
Ant Oronte
Rochester
Baltimore Pegaso
Mersey
Montfest
Buffalo
Tumtato
Torsey City
Toronto
Ay Rochenter
Remarkable Cures for Piles Skin Ailments San Cure Ointment
Ames & Co promotes San Cure Ointment on a money back plan. Advertised cures include piles, burns, scalds, pimples, boils, skin diseases and more. Customer testimonials claim immediate relief and long term cure. Available at Ames & Co and Thomas Downey's with mail orders from the Titwayille firm. May 9 16 28 display.
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Ames & Co
Thoman Dowamy
Wald
Townville
McKensie
Plum
J. C. Sterling Enterprise
San Cure
Somes Lynch
Enterprise
N. P. Ames & Co
Thomas Downey
Buena
N. F. Ames & Co
San Cura
Homp— Ron Medical Co
Titwayille
Swiss Divorces Push Reconciliation Before Trials
An English correspondent notes Swiss courts favor reconciliation in divorce cases. Courts publish notices requiring couples to meet before the judge or their lawyers. about 30 percent of divorces are said to be settled by paternal judge guidance. Swiss divorces are inexpensive, with contested cases averaging 208 francs and often as low as 10 to 15 francs when agreements prevail.
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Jwar
Switgusland
Notlee
Eeturben Chronicle
Days of Chivalry and a Queen in the Cloak Tale
Fragmentary verse saga recalls chivalric days and a domestic scene. The speaker laments bygone honor as a wife questions her husband about a cloak left on the ground for Queen Hirabeth to walk over, hinting at misfortune and social duty in a domestic joust.
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Walter Rileigh
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