Supreme Court Rules Against Frank in Last Chance for Life
The U S Supreme Court by 7 to 2 rejects Leo M Frank’s habeas corpus appeal. Justices Holmes and Hughes dissent citing mob rule influencing the original Georgia trial for the Mary Phagan murder. Pitney writes the majority finding no constitutional violation and that due process was maintained.
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Japanese aid to Sun Yat-sen sparks rebellion claims
Pekin reports that Japanese backing of Dr. Sun Yat-sen fueled a revolt against Yuan Shi-kai. Hung-Hutze bands from South Manchuria, led by Japanese, raiding Shangtung near Tsing-Tau with banners calling a Vanguard army. China protests Tokyo over troop movements and alleged Sun Japanese alliance for another revolution.
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Roosevelt Loses Bid to Throw Libel Suit Out
Colonel Theodore Roosevelt fails to have the $50,000 libel suit by William Barnes dismissed amid a flurry of international and political developments. President Wilson urges neutrality while Japan recalls warships and a Paris theatre burns. Admiral Winslow named new naval operations chief. papal chamberlain Gerlach faces resignation.
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Villa Defeated at Celaya in Major Victory Report
Gen Obregon claims 14 000 Villistas killed wounded or captured in two day battle near Celaya as Villa retreats losing 30 cannon 5 000 rifles and equipment. Villa admits retirement for ammunition shortfall while promising to resume fight as Obregon's forces claim total rout.
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Death threat for Astor target details extortion bid
John Muriella a 19 year old youth was arrested at Grand Central for attempting to extort $500 from Vincent Astor under threat of death. He intended to meet the money bearer at the information desk. Astor’s secretary William Dobbyn and Detective Captain Tunney confronted him. a revolver was drawn but seized. Muriella, claiming desperation after running away, said he worked too hard and lived in Bowery lodging houses. Letters demanding $500 were signed From the Black Hander One.
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Huerta Denies Involvement in Madero Death
Gen. Victoriano Huerta in exile at the Ansonia Hotel in New York presents a carefully prepared statement denying any role in President Madero’s death. He vows no betrayal of Madero and says he has no immediate plan to return to Mexico while outlining his view of Mexican history and future.
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Drug Users Hit Hard by Treatment Delays in Metropolis
Thirteen emaciated drug addicts were admitted to Metropolitan Hospital on Blackwell's Island seeking treatment. Twenty others on the waiting list begged to enter for the cure, highlighting supply constraints in early addiction care efforts.
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Western Front Clashes and Gains Amid Global War Updates
British forces seize Hill No. 60 near Zillebeke while French push in Woevre and Argonne fronts. Austrian and German units retreat in Carpathians. Turks defend Dardanelles as Katwyk torpedo case strains diplomacy. E-15 submarine is captured by Turks after grounding near Kepher Point. London reports describe heavy losses, new offensives, and air raids across Europe.
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News in New Jersey and Vicinity Report
A compendium of statewide notes covers lifting vaccination in Westville schools and Cape May meetings, police and church events, a Glou ster rumor on saloon fees, Hammonton sewer bonds sale debate, fire protection petitions, trolley pole upgrades, new school and church activities, and an industrial accident in Camden with a factory injury.
Pith of the War News Reported Prizes and Appointments
German Headquarters said lieutenant Roland Garros, the famed French aviator, was captured at Ingelmunster. Von der Goltz named commander in chief of the First Turkish Army. Von Hindenburg to lead Austro German forces in the Carpathians. Brigadier General Maude listed among wounded in France. Italy and Austria reportedly failed to agree on territorial concessions despite Germany’s efforts.
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War Orders Boost England Jobs Amid War Demand
The war reduces unemployment in England as industries rush to meet Britain and allies' demands. After a weak first half of 1914, the second half saw high production across many sectors except cotton and luxury goods.
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