Murder Mystery Baffles Police In Delaware City
Dr Helena Knabe found with throat cut in her apartment in Delaware City. Police struggle to find a motive and suspect as detectives weigh suicide and foul play while deliberating new leads.
26 Oct 1911
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1911
Page
1
Dr Helena Knabe found with throat cut in her apartment in Delaware City. Police struggle to find a motive and suspect as detectives weigh suicide and foul play while deliberating new leads.
Mrs Ray Seholton travels to Oll City to visit her son Ray and wife. Mrs Willard of Chautauqua visits Mrs Lawrence Walton. Mrs G W Simmons and Mrs John Orhin of Corey are guests of Mrs Colla Gatow. Wiles auxiliary to meet with Mrs Lamona. Mrs Rich and Bry host upcoming meeting. Mr and Mrs N S Rogers from Warren in town. Charley Simpson at Warren. Mrs Alta Paulkner of Jamestown and Mr and Mrs Hurlbert of Pawns visit Galen Fautiner and Leo Boardman. Mr and Mrs O Heathngon Sherman host niece visit. Mrs D Sullivay and Mrs B A West host guests. Five oclock dinner for Ed Barnes family before move to Cambridge Springs. Spencer Carr and Herbert Patchen visit. Miss Harriett Moore visits Lucie Crosby.
The piece warns that early symptoms like back pain and dizziness were ignored until disease progressed. It touts Pilloxones as a cure restoring health and claims a 265¢ box promotes Kidney and Liver relief, urging purchase through Thos. Nowney.
A New York City tailoring firm advertises modern bespoke men’s clothing. The notice highlights personalized suits and coats for customers in the area, promising quality fabrics and careful craftsmanship.
In Pekin Oct 26 rebels threaten government control as a national assembly debate demands the impeachment and dismissal of Sheng Havin Hunt over railroad policy. Speakers argue for execution or civil war and warn that provinces may secede if the government does not yield, signaling a pivotal shift in the rebellion.
Shanghai dispatches report rising unrest as rebels and Imperial troops clash near Hankow and Canton amid artillery duels. Rebels allegedly retreat then advance with reinforcements, while a revolutionary tax protest spreads. reports note casualties from a bomb as Chinese forces move toward Canton.
John A Tanner a 65 year old deacon from Willington County and his wife Mandy 60 were found dead in a bed room at the home of C M Gill in Saint Louis. Police believe they died from gas asphyxiation after retiring for the night during their first trip to the city for the Tillnoln Stars Baptist association convention. The event disrupted the convention and a local minister Deneoh Nannor was announced as a new town leader but did not seek the role.
Boston October report states a search of Avis Annet’s room found no cyanide evidence. Medical Examiner Leary examined the body. some organs kept, casket returned to Hyannis for burial. Grand jury session planned to consider evidence against Rev. Cauence Ridhe in a murder indictment.
Mr Charles Martin of Wheaton West Virginia called on friends in Spartansburg on Monday. Mr and Mrs C Murr of Warren hosted the Ianer's sister Mrs Af August over Sunday. Mr and Mrs J Peterman of Jamestown were guests of Mr and Mrs Lane Smith over Sunday. Mr and Mrs Clayton Wescott and son Harold arrived Monday for an extended visit with Harold's parents Mr and Mrs Schmusser. Mr and Mrs Hayward of Philadelphia were guests of Mr and Mrs Chas Tauber for a few days last week. Harry V Tauber visited his uncle J G Tauber in Brie w last week. Mr and Mrs Clyde Kinney of Ol City are visiting at the home of the latter's parents Mr and Mrs Riley Kinney. Curtis Webby of Meadville was a business visitor in town Wednesday. Miss Myra Thomson visited with Miss Helen Field assistant postmaster at Pleasantville over Sunday. R A White of Titusville called on friends in town Tuesday. Mrs John Farley and daughter Tillie left Friday for Bradford due to the illness of Mrs Farley's mother. Hotta Maitland andMargarta trust agent Sunday with Lotta's grandparents of Centerville. Mrs J Baldwin and daughter A Wnne visited relatives in Pitueville Saturday and Sunday. Glenn W Thomson, who had been with his sister for the past two weeks, returned to his work in Pittsburg Saturday. Mr and Mrs Mae Wabb Jett last Thursday for Dover Ohio, where they will visit friends and relatives for some time.
O. Babbitt & Son Drugstore in Corry Pa advertises DO-Diary and D. D. D. Prescription ointment promising two second itch relief. Highlights Oil of Wintergreen Thymol formula claimed to heal itchy skin and offers trial bottle and regular bottle with buy offer.
The notice lists names of people with letters awaiting in the post office including Mrs M F Mumat Miss Addia Francis Schott Miss Zita Magner Mr A A Hennett Retarend Mr Chas Hi Geiger Mr Frank Tibibridge Mr M S Makatura Mr R McFetridge Mr Ted Marsh Mr G M Pent Mr William H Rhodes Mr Jesse Seyhert Mr Jack Thornton.
Notice requests anyone with old tag mats and related items to notify by Union phone 4N or at the café. The collector will come for the items. The notice references 315 W Smith Street and a wanted wagon.
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