Divorce Case in Superior Court Ends with Cross Complaint
In room 2 of the superior court on Wednesday Judge Leather presided as George Rowe sued Dora Rowe for divorce. Dora consented to the divorce. attorney W T Brown sought a cross complaint alleging cruelty and mistreatment of their children. The record notes Rowe spent time in Councilman Hoffman’s saloon though no proof of excessive drinking was presented.
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April Cold Snap Tops Normal for Month
The article notes April has been consistently colder than normal with daily readings about eight degrees below typical. It cites historic parallels, including 19xx and 1901 figures, and states the month’s mean average remains lower than long term averages through April 20, with extended cold lasting unusually long.
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Miwter
Burglaries defendants released on suspended sentences
Fa Sahm ain John Keating Harry Meyers Elmer Jam Velpp Wiliam Cro Hauser and Ralph Powers were released under suspended sentences by Judge Alford on Wednesday. All defendants aged 16 to 21 pleaded guilty to the charges and promised good behavior.
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Ain
John Keating
Harry Meyers
Elmer Jam Velpp
Wiliam Cro- Hauser
Ralph Powers
Alford
Guiky
Democratic state convention declines to instruct delegates
Harrisburg reports the Democratic state convention refuses to tell national delegates how to vote for Parker. Delegates at large listed include J. M. Guffey K. P. Wall BR F. Pattison and RE. Wright. Local notices advertise pianos and hatter services amid unrelated patent medicine and cleaning ads.
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K.P. Wall
F. Pattison
RE. Wright
Polygamy Is Right Hearings Open In Smoot Case
Washington April 29 Robert Brigham testified as the first witness when the Smoot case resumed before the senate committee He declared his belief in polygamy as a divine institution stating he had three wives and eight children With questions turning to legality he admitted knowing the marriage to his third wife was illegal and said he followed it for religious reasons while seeking to spare his wives embarrassment and maintain his faith in God Works of Roberts covered his degrees and marriages and his acceptance of plural marriage despite the manifesto barring such unions.
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Whdo
Bought a Job but Didn’t Get It
Thomas T Aten, operator of an employment agency at 149 W Market, was arrested on a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses after allegedly selling fake railroad jobs on the Philadelphia & Reading line. A man who paid $3.54 for a supposed transportation ticket reported no car or staff at Union or Linton stations, and Aten claimed he had been victimized.
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Philadelphia & Reading Railroad
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Armitage Gambling Case Goes To Trial
The Armitage case charging keeping a gambling house went to trial in criminal court before Speciale judge Wilburn Wilson. Fifteen arrests at the scene had pleaded guilty in police court to visiting a gambling den as the trial began at noon.
Fratricide in a Chicago Quarrel Over a Trivial Matter
In Chicago on April 2 Frank Hillman age 39 shot and instantly killed his brother Peter Hillman during a quarrel while visiting Mrs Annie Cedrowich. Frank surrendered to authorities.
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Japanese Land Large Force at Niuchwang to Seize Port Arthur
St Petersburg report says a large Japanese force landed near Niuchwang after leaving Japan. About 20 000 men reportedly transported, with Niuchwang heavily fortified and Russian troops defending. If successful, the Japanese aim to invest Niuchwang and ease Port Arthur’s capture.
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Decisive Battle Expected Near Ninchwang Landing
London reports the landing of Japanese troops near Ninchwang as a pivotal moment in the campaign. Russian fortifications at Nielowang suggest an imminent clash, with a decisive battle anticipated within days or hours.
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New York Platform Ought to Beat Judge Parker Says
W J Bryan says New York platform should prevent Parker nomination unless Democrats at St Louis find a way to regain public confidence. He doubts new instructions strengthen Parker. Also notes district coverage of other brief items including a man released after clearing bad checks and a club smoker featuring P M Gooding on insurance. A streetcar collision at Atkins switch crossing caused no injuries.
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W. J. Bryan Lincoln
Neb
Hearst People Against Caucus in New England Delegation
Delegates arrive for the Democratic state convention in April. Hearst forces are expected to challenge control and field a strong fight. George Fred Williams leads Hearst protest against the caucus call. John G. Fisherty will serve as permanent convention chairman. Also noted is Miss Alice Will visiting St Louis in early May with Miss Irene Catlla.
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Irene Catlla
Harrison Estate Controversy In Probate Court
Probate commissioner Walker heard objections Wednesday to the executor’s report in Gen Benjamin Harrison’s will. The dispute centers on valuing trust assets and repairs charged against the estate, with a $125.9 uncertain for widow and child support and potential increase in residue.
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Time to Reflect On Abuse Case At Bluff Toad
Robert Caldwell of near the Bluff Toad south of Indianappelis faced nine days in the workhouse after Police-judge Whallon found him guilty of brutalizing his wife. The incident featured testimony from the couple’s two children who witnessed the affray.
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Bluff Toad
Indianappelis
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Move On in Indianapolis Police Increase Precautions
Indianapol Poltes warn of crooks and desperadoes as the city tightens patrols and penalties for loitering and vagrancy. Authorities target suspicious figures while Crimesters shift to curb disorder, following recent arrests and local events at St Louis and New Albany.
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Louis
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Rt. Lewis Poller
King’s Favor in Coburg case and Dolliver on trusts
From Washington a April report notes Senator Dolliver’s sharp critique of the trust system and its impact on the American market. A Coburg inheritance dispute, King Larport’s victory in creditors’ suits, and Princess Louise debts are discussed with focus on royal and noble claims and creditor interests.
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Loulee
Councilman Gasper's Home Robbed of Two Diamond Rings
A break in at Councilman Joe Gasper's residence yielded two diamond rings valued at $300. Police report also incidents at the homes of C E Lettling and James D Smart, with burglaries occurring while families slept, and evidence the intruder left windows ajar. Snow storms and cold weather hampered travel and crime investigations in Evansville and surrounding areas.
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Joe Gasper
Weather outlook threatens snow with rising temps
A forecast warns of snow on Wednesday night and Thursday with possible showers. Early readings show 7 am at 26, noon at 38 and 2 pm at 43. Rain and warmer trends expected in Indiana and neighboring states with easterly winds.
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Indiana
Alton School Case Returns to Circuit Court for Fifth Trial
The Missouri Supreme Court, in its fourth return to retrial, sends the Alton school case back to Madison County Circuit Court. A black taxpayer, Bibb, sought a writ of mandamus to let his six children attend the nearest school, with the city previously prevailing at each of four trials amid jury rulings. Tony's restaurant remains open day and night at EB Washington.
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Springfield
Msinois Supreme Court
Alton
Madison County
Bibb
Supreme Court
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