Suit Over Telegram Delay Across States
A. Tew sues Western Union Telegraph Co in Circuit Court for 1500 damages claiming a late telegram from Noma, Florida, to Madrid caused him to miss his father's funeral. The telegram dated August 13, 1914, 5:15 p.m. allegedly arrived after the funeral, causing claimed emotional distress and the $1500 claim.
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D. A. Tew
Western Union Telegraph Company
Noma
Fis
Madrid
Wan
Tew
Taxks
Higet
Amateurs Split Twin Bill as Dothan Players Hit the Road
The Amateurs of Lannon split a doubleheader with Hartford at Hartford yesterday. Samson won 7 to 0 in the first game while Hartford took the second 2 to 0. Three former Dothan players Chambers Parks and Heek played for Samson. Chambers homered for the lone Sart horn tally in the second game. Donaldsonville defeated Patan 7 to 0 with Hodge absent. Heek pitched for Donaldsonville and signed Attridge. Heex later joined Eufaula. Chambers moved to Marianna for a game or two. Moseley pitched Headland past Clio 4 to 3. Parks joined Headland for a few days, returning Friday. Dunning left Gainerville to join Little Rock or Birmingham. Geneva travels to Slocomb tomorrow afternoon.
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Lannon
T Hartford
Hartford
Samson
Dothan
Forts on Road to Warsaw Fall Amid Russian Front Storm
London reports Austro German forces pressuring the Russian front with Warsaw poised for capture. German troops advance within fifty miles of Riga and seize Blonie while key railway hubs near Radom and Lublin face danger. Russian counter lines hold elsewhere as retreat orders urge male residents to join fleeing troops.
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London
Ertigen
Warsaw
England
Pradway
Lemberg
Riga
Wareman
Blonie
Tablinin
Ree
May in Montgomery leads to sheriffs meeting discussion
Sheriff John AL May traveled to Montgomery for a gathering of sheriffs from Allibunnat. Officials expect talks on several subjects of interest to law enforcement will arise during the meeting.
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John AL May
Montgomery
Allibunnat
Wallace May Turn to Governor to Save 108 Office
In Montgomery Alabama July, Wallace faces a protracted clash over abolishing his office. Sorrell of Tal Tapiosa led a successful attack on the office last session, and the fight shifts to the Senate. Even if eliminated, Wallace remains linked to the governor’s administration, with ongoing scrutiny of the governor’s stance and possible reversals.
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Wallace
Montgomery
Ala
John H. Wallace
Sorrell
Tal Tapiosa
Ie Senate
Senate
Asis Department
Wallare
Governors Office
Frank's Condition Improves After Knife Attack
Milledgeville Georgia public bulletin notes Leo M Frank shows improved pulse 88 temperature 100.4 and draining wound. Physicians remark condition satisfactory as prison officials prepare for investigation by State Prison Commission into the attack by fellow convict J Willie Green.
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Milledgeville
Uta
Frank
J. Willie. Creen
Georgia
G. DB. Compton
Thomas M. Mall
Marty Moses
Leo M. Frank
Governor Hartin to Investigate Prison Attack in Milledgeville
Atlanta officials said Governor Hartin will accompany the Georgia Prison Commission to Milledgeville on Saturday to investigate the attack on Lev Mi. The announcement came tonight in Atlanta.
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State Prison Commission
Frank
Atlanta
Hartin
Georgia Prison Commission
Mithedgeville
Lev Mi
Carmichael Granted Rehearing By Alabama Supreme Court
The Alabama Supreme Court grants a rehearing for Dan Carmichael who was sentenced to life for shooting Officer Harry Deshene. The case, previously denied for a new trial, will be reopened to determine if another jury should hear the evidence. Carmichael remains in custody in Tempton, awaiting further action.
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Supreme Court
aAr
Supreme Court of Alabama
Dan 4. Carmichael
Harry Deshane
Munkt
Dan Go Carmichael
Carmichael
LOOK WHO'S HERE NEWSOM HOTEL INQUIRY NAMES SEVERAL LOCALS
A report lists numerous individuals and places connected to a looming inquiry at the State prison. Names include Newsom Hotel, Pauline Dozier, Pauline, Birmingham and Savannah figures, with references to Prattville, Montgomery, and Atlanta. Officials promise a complete inquiry into the affair at the State prison and how an attack occurred.
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Frank
Smethen
Thaw Seeks Privacy After Nine Years in Spotlight
Pittsburg newspaper snippet portrays Harry K Thaw urging reporters to leave him alone as he plans future steps. The excerpt notes Thaw’s desire for quiet, stating he may stay with his mother for a time and avoid further public comment.
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Harry K. Thaw
Tam
Pittsburger
Pam
No Fryer Service at Presbyterian Church Revival
A brief notice announces no fryer service at the Presbyterian Church tonight amid revival events. A prayer meeting will be held at the church as part of the ongoing revival activities.
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Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian
Oceon
Austrians of 50 to be called to colors
Vienna report notes that men aged fifty from Austria are to be drafted into military service, with selections slated for September. The notice appears in the Tin wemii of fmadly. Bread prices at Kireent's We Store are mentioned in passing.
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Vienna
Tin Wemii
41Co SR
Carranezistas Attack Near Border Reported
Unclear text describes an attack near the border at Macu Ariz with bullets fired into the United States border area. Readable fragments reference attackers and border tensions but lack complete details or names.
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Daly
Carriz Wronpa
Sonera
Macu
Ariz
Vin
Unclear fragment prompts readers to decipher local notices
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled pricing and product names such as Tip Top bread and Greene's, with stray numbers and incomplete phrases. No coherent event, person, or organization can be determined from the readable material.
Alabama Produce Law Debate Appeals to Farmers
A July 19 1915 letter to the editor urges Alabama farmers to contact senators and representatives over the state produce law. The writer accuses wholesale dealers of lobbying to render the fund ineffective and calls for proper administration to support shipping and market development.
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Montgomery
Dothan Chapter to Meet Thursday at Masonic Temple
Dothan Chapter 0 B 8 will meet Thursday afternoon at 400 Avenue Rock in the Masonic Temple on Front Street. All members are requested to be present as there is work to be done. Leader plans a year’s meeting and event.
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Dothan
Avelock
Masonic
Fonter Areet
Ther Saver
Revival service at First Baptist continues with songs
Readable parts describe a revival at First Baptist Church with evening songs. The text notes ongoing programs since the start, with services planned to continue through the week and beyond.
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First Baptist
Chutele
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