Two Negro Lynching in Brookhaven Mississippi
Brookhaven Miss June 30 Two negroes were lynched by a large mob after a fight with Claude and Cabby Byrne. The Bearden brothers James and Stanley were hanged beyond town as their bodies were mutilated. A third negro was later released. Authorities were overpowered but regained control. the incident follows earlier town unrest. A separate item notes a call to organize dry forces to defeat Smith at the national convention.
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New York
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Atlanta
Board of Temperance
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North Carolina
Gerry
Rhode Island
Swanson
Virginia
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Nevada
Kendrick
Wyoming
Spanish Dictator Will Wed Secretly Reported
Paris dispatch cites Le Journal claim that Primo de Rivera and Senorita Mercedes Castellanos reconciled and will marry in secret. Madrid source notes no other confirmation. The report notes censor blocking verification and says no public announcement before ceremony. Modern Women America meeting noted with decor reminders.
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Madrid
le Journal
Primo de Rivera
Mercedes — Castellanos
Notice To Delinquent Taxpayers In Taylor County
The sheriff is ordered to levy on the personal property of all delinquent taxpayers. Payment must be made at once to escape this levy. The County Court of Taylor County. S11ltty
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Taylor County
Jealous man dies after poison suicide and carnival drive
Thomas C. Talbot of near Brydon, a transfer man, died in city hospital from mercuric chloride poisoning after a night of jealousy involving a possible affair at the carnival. Earlier he threatened a man he suspected of with his sweetheart, then drove the girl to the hospital where she wrecked his car. He killed himself after the chaotic night.
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Thomas C. Talbott
Brydon
Talbot
City Hospital
Page
Youth Slain and Two Shot in Richmond Home Attack
In Richmond on June 20 Samuel E. Haskins, age 1, is dead after a shotgun assault on his mother Nellie L. Haskins who was probably fatally wounded, and Henry G. Grimmell seriously wounded. A Negro assailant fired through the front door as the mother answered. The attacker escaped. Police report continued on page eight.
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Richmond
Samuel E. Haskins
Nellie L. Haskins
Henry G. Grimmell
R Grimmell
Vet Lineman Promoted by B. & C. Telegraph
H R Sandy Duvall, a renowned lineman at the local B. and C tele graph terminal for seven years, leaves today for Washington, Pa. to take charge of a similar terminal. His promotion is deserved, associates say, and marks a notable advance in his career. Sandy is popular here with many friends wishing him success.
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H. R
Sandy” Duvall
Washington, Pa
Jealousy Motive in Slaying Near Boulder Farm Youth
In Philippi, June 80, Special to The Sentinel, Alfred Gordon of Scott's Run, Monongalia county, admitted jealousy as the motive behind the killing of 6 year old Russell Davis near his Boulder area home. Gordon, in Upshur county jail, changed his account after hours of police questioning, with Delta Wiseman, 17, housekeeper Tommie Campbell’s daughter, noted as the central figure in the quarrel that preceded the shooting.
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Philippi
the Sentinel
Russell Davis
Boulder
Alfred Gordon
Scott
Monongalia County
Davis
Gordon
Upshur
Delta Wiseman
Tommie Campbell
Grafton Sentinel Extends Hours for Subscriptions
The Grafton Sentinel announces evening hours at The Grafton Printing Co. for readers to pay subscriptions and other accounts who cannot visit during daytime. The notice emphasizes convenience and extended service tonight.
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Grafton Sentinel
Grafton Printing Co
Smith Plans to Lay Case Before Land
Albany in June 20 AP reports Governor advocates constructive statesmanship as the watchword for his presidential campaign. He says he will speak plainly to the American people about how he would improve life, avoiding canned speeches and focusing on direct messaging. The plan emphasizes talking about actions and outcomes rather than criticizing opponents. Continued on Page Three.
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Albany
Battes
Six Persons Killed as Dam Breaks in Tennessee and Kentucky
Scattered reports from middle Tennessee and Kentucky indicate at least six deaths and millions in damage from storms. Cookeville dam failure released a wall of water. a farmer's wife and daughter drowned elsewhere. Electric electrocution, drownings, and extensive property loss followed with cities like Alexandria and Lexington reporting severe damage and crippled communications.
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Kentucky
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Caney
Armay
Martin's Creek
Buffalo Valley
John 8
Lewis
Alexandria
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Louisville
Lexington
University of Kentucky
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Meneseg
Gumberland
Ohio River
There
Paducah
Forty Miners Trapped After French Mine Blaze
In Roche La Moliere near Mt Etienne a fire in a coal dust pile trapped forty miners. A dozen escaped but forty remain believed suffocated as rescue efforts continue in the French coal mine incident.
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France
Roche la Moliere
Democrats Start Trek Homeward From Texas
Democrats leave Houston after nominating a bold ticket for 1928. The convention ended amid high energy with Al Smith and Joe Robinson chosen for top roles. Delegates head home as song tunes echo, hinting at ongoing party drama and future shifts.
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Brian Bell
Associated Press
Houston, Tex
al" Smith
Joe" Robinson
Chicago Gang Guns Blaze and Miss Leader ODonnell Targeted
Chicago police report a failed assassination attempt on Eddie Spike O'Donnell by gunmen linked to the Chicago bootlegger conflicts. A curtain car, rapid gunfire, and a bodyguard squad saved O'Donnell as investigators linked the attack to Big Tim Murphy’s faction and the Ryne Chemical Company front run by Timothy Murphy with ties to Joe Saltis and John Oberta.
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Chicago
Big Tha Murphy
Eddie
Spike) O'Donnell
Spike O'Donnell
O'Donnell
Big Tim
Murphy
Donnell
O'Donnill
George Darrow
Darrow
Ryne Chemical Company
Timothy D. Murphy
Tim
Detroit
St. Louis
San Francisco
National Air Tour Started From Ford Airport
Detroit reports the national air tour opening with 28 planes led by Mrs Phoebe Pairgrave Cm le and Mrs Omli e. The route covers about 6000 miles through the southwest toward the west coast then back along the northern border ending July 28. The tour tests reliability and efficiency with scoring for load, landings, takeoffs, and pilot and plane performance.
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Phoebe Pairgrave Cmle
Memphis
Tennessee
Ford
Omlie
Hdsel B. Ford
United States
Indianapolis
Ind
St. Louie
General Obregon Appears Before Mexican Electorate
General Alvaro Obregon will run as the sole presidential candidate in Mexico as extraordinary measures to maintain order are set. The Meson army is on active duty, barracks are staffed, and soldiers will guard voting booths. Civilians are forbidden pistols, saloons close at six, and courts stay open Sunday for election cases. Senators congressmen state governors and legislatures are to be elected.
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Alvaro Obregon
Mexico
Messean Army Hs
Republic
Bluebeard Arrested in Algiers After France Murder Case
Pierre alias Jerome Prat, identified as the Bluebeard of southern France, was arrested in Algiers after a Paris to Africa flight. The suspect allegedly killed three fiancés, fled for four days, bought drinks for many, and carried a 12 000 franc check from one victim. Police fear further victims among dozens of letters from women over forty.
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Marseilles
Africa
Algiers
Bluegeard
France
Pierre Any
Jerome Prat
Rey
Weather notice and sale ad fragment
A clipped weather note notes a foggy night and Sunday increase in cloudiness with little temperature change. A separate sale fragment advertises West Side Fruit Store for sale near Liberty Shoe Shop at 42 West Main Street, with likely business details and contact.
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Nick “Font
Liberty Shoe Shop
Main Street
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