Not Guilty Plea in Canton Murder Case by Mrs George
Mrs Anna E George pleaded not guilty to the murder charge in Canton Ohio. The defense plans an alibi claiming the shots were fired by a man dressed as a woman. The prosecutor said the prisoner must answer for her innocence. The arraignment followed a careful reading of the indictment.
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George
Anna E. George
George D. Baxton
Canton
Oho
Fda
Pomerene
Reigner
Woman on His Track Inventor of Maxim Gun Held by Blackmailer
Hiram Maxim, inventor of rapid fire guns, was arrested in New York on warrants for bigamy and abandonment. He claims the case is a blackmail scheme. He identifies the alleged blackmailer as Helen Leighton, recalling a 15 year old meeting in Bowery with his Brooklyn wife and children. A Philadelphia suit against him was dismissed for lack of appearance. In Poughkeepsie he pleaded not guilty and was released on $2,000 bail.
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Maxim
Hiram
New York
Helen Leighton
the Bowery
Liviong
Union Street
Brooklyn
Chiktren
Dle
Philadelphia
Leighton Woraz
Poughkeepain
Shot Down by a Sentry in a New York Guard Incident
A New York guard incident reports Private Hillerd Pey beg ig) Necape and others involved after a sentry fire during an attempt to encourage civilians. The event led to a martial inquiry and pending court relevant actions as civilians clashed and guards tried to regain control.
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Hillerd
Pey Beg
Tyouse
New York
Chicago Policeman Kuebler Killed by Burglary Suspects
Chicago officer Kuebler was shot and killed at dawn by two men suspected of burglarizing a home. Officer John Kiewn, with Bueller, tried to subdue the suspects as they fled. One assailant, Bollard, reportedly escaped after alleged gunfire, with no arrest yet.
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Kuebler
Tearnard Kueller
Chicago
Amd
Montag
John Kiewn
Bueller
Wino Bollard
Roland
Kuchler
Bern
Abandoned Actions Near Visaya and Atlantic Naval Turmoil
Fragmented report shows stalled salvage work on the Viscaya off Une Cuban shore and halted repairs on Vie Maria Tereta with New York as a probable destination. Diplomatic tension looms as the United States considers protests to Spain via France over a disputed mission, while other fleet changes and personnel shifts are noted at Norfolk and North Atlantic commands.
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Viscaya
Hote
New York
Nafatk Cefetery
Navy's Losses In Spanish War Reported In Detail
The Navy Department releases tally of seventeen sailors killed and eighty four wounded across key actions. Notable figures include Dewey's Manila Bay action with no deaths among the crew, and casualties at Santiago, Guantanamo, Cienfuegos, Cardenas, and San Juan. Overall, the losses are described as remarkable given the results.
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Spain
Severteen
United ‘States Navy
Navy Department
Dewey
Manila Bay
Santiago
Guantanamo
Cienfuegos
Winslow
Hudson
Cardenas
San Juan
Fears an Indian Attack Near Ferris Minnesota
A Ferris Minnesota report says a white man was killed near Bear Island while settlers seek shelter in towns along the railroad. About 150 hostile Indians are said to camp 20 miles north, and armed citizens guard the town expecting a night attack. some Indians nearby profess friendliness.
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Ferris
Minn
Leech Lale
Bearsland
Ladian Reservation
Taro Smiles
Mentzer Trial Colorful Wreckage of a Colorado Crime
A jumbled OCR report recounts a Colorado doctor involved in a homicide case, mentioning O F Mentzer and a wife named Willie amid confusing references to observers and relatives. The fragment hints at a fatal shooting and Grasping details, with Cleveland connections and unclear Riters.
Sagasta Policy Revival Stirs Spanish Public
Controversy grows over Sagasta proposal as press applauds his call for Spain to engage in Eastern affairs and ease isolationist policy. Reports from Havana, Port Rico and Washington discuss global shifts, currency, and naval readiness amid tensions with Carlists and the United States.
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Spain
Hantraliis
Sagasta
England
United States
Giihou
Sagasca Thal
Story Emerges In Old Decapitation Case In Ohio
A woman now tells of a 11 year old Ohio murder near Washington Court House where Louis Ball was beheaded with a razor and his head placed on a railroad track. Abraham Huffman was once arrested, released for lack of evidence. Mrs. Jeffreys of Hillsboro says a deathbed confession names a dozen involved, including another woman and four men, describing the cutting and concealment. A local sensational expose is anticipated.
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Ing
Louis Ball
Washington Court Tewse
Ohio
Ky Ronke
Abraham Huffman
Paris Strike Shuts Buildings and Railways Across City
Sixty thousand workers in Paris have joined a general strike affecting nearly all building trades and threatening rail traffic. Clashes between strikers and "placklegs" persist as police, troops, and mounted guards intervene. Officials fear agitation could drive political aims.
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Sidte
Paris
Hig
Bound for Philippines and Spanish troops at Singapore
Report states that a number of Spanish troops have arrived in Singapore bound for the Philippines to reinforce the Spanish garrison. Also notes theft charges, arrests, and a federal court matter, with financial figures from a weekly bank statement.
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Singapore
Dewey
Navy Department
Wislippines
Market Terms and Prices in Early Trading Ledger
A garbled OCR snippet lists prices and goods such as wheat oats seed corn barley and mixed feeds, noting shippable items and farm inputs. Mentions creamery butter, clover seed, and various grains with scattered quantities and vendors, reflecting a historical commodity listing.
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Battens Choice Creamery
Chelpee T
Doe
Battle near Bear Island lake Leech claims many lives
Reported clash between Major Wilkins and a mixed force of soldiers and Indians near Bear Island lake Leech ends with six soldiers dead or missing, nine wounded, and Indian casualties unknown. Telegraphed unclear details mention pine trees and Keag Jorgenson plow lines affecting tactics.
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Fostile
Bach
Bear Island Lake Leech
Fairy
Wilkingon
Cobb
Frente Iver
Battle at Bear Lake and Red Alg priority reports
Fragmentary OCR describes a chaotic action near Leech Jake with crews firing cannons and signaling amid a contested withdrawal. It notes a response by Third Regiment troops, heavy fighting near Walker and Fort Swell, and warnings of ongoing danger to civilians if the pursuit continues, with reports of forces from Minnesota and a staged defense by the Bear Lake region.
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Weer Hiver
Leech Jake
Cajling Connons
Seling
Ameang
Pinker Ling
Geers
Infanstry Vinjer
Ingar Tilunel
Hitess
Case
Minnesota
Warren
Fear An Uprising Minnesota Farifers Readies
Reports from Minnesota describe widespread alarm over an Indian uprising near Leech Lake. Farmers and villagers in St Paul and Brainerd prepared for potential attacks, while Minnesota Artillery Batteries A and H were ordered to Leech Lake district with Gatling guns and field artillery to defend settlers.
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Leech
Minnesota Arillers
Walkar
Petitinnied Jor. Clough
Hoth
Bennett
Minneapolis
Avery
St. Paul
Mysterious Canton Murder Ties to Mrs George Family
In Canton Ohio the murder of George D. Saxton, a wealthy local businessman, shocks residents. Saxton was shot at his block and his body found. suspicion centers on Mrs. Eva Blahhouse and Mrs. George, linked by a feud over alleged infidelity and lawsuits. A man named Sakon Was was shot shortly after, with neighbors describing the shooter as a tall, graceful, middle-aged woman matching Mrs. George’s description. The case follows long-standing disputes including alienation of affections suits and threats to Saxton’s life.
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Canton
Ohio
George D
Saxton
George
Columbiasia County
Lane
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