Pillars of the Church Toppled as Bribery Case Unfolds
New York report details Captain Schmittberger's shocking testimony against police officials and political figures in a widening graft scandal. He alleges police extortion tied to gambling dives and policy shops, naming Commissioner Sheehan and others as central figures. He claims bribe revenue flowed through a Tammany-linked network, with officers paid monthly sums and protected dens, while officers faced transfer and pressure to testify.
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New York
Schmitt _berger
Byrnes
Schmiuoerger
Mr. Goff
Wall
Schmittberger
Dixty-Seventhat
Willams
Atoat
Goff
Gaowoo
Willian
Exyin
Marilo ‘Hs
Colt Tere
Sheehan
Veveral Pallos
Quantiva
Behraitsberger
Martens
Wile
Imypleste Byrne
McAvoy
Byrses
Williams
Pola
Schiitberger
Conference with Accused Captains Probed by Commission
Fragmentary notes show a Saturday morning conference with accused captains as a commission speaks. Manila police claim protection of a friend, a prominent business figure, during private house bar operations. Testimony references a mistress of an associate and related arrangements, with commissioners directing action.
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Vies Commissionery
New Yours
Duc
Manila
Badle
Bar
Tals
Schmittberger
Farewell for Evangelist Chapman and Christmas Church Services
Long disjointed report covers a scene at Indianapolis with Dr. Chapman’s farewell sermon and tributes to key figures. It also notes weekend church services across multiple denominations in various city parishes and presents a separate brief on European powers urged to support peace efforts.
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Chapman
Tomanon Hell
de Chapman
Indianapolis
Gookbs
Drese Ag
Acora
Murderous Affray Shocks Behval Keom School
In Pinetox Texas on December 22 a deadly knife attack occurred at a public school. Principal Prof Gay tried to discipline two pupils when a student named Jim attacked with a knife, wounding the teacher and another pupil who attempted to intervene. Both victims are reported to be in mortal danger.
Ire of Herr Lobper at School Board Meeting
The board heard complaints over a bid for lockers and equipment, with Frustration rising as a 2.71 price questioned against a 2.60 lower bid. A star chamber session followed to discuss space needs and building issues at the Gaston block, amid broader local disputes and court actions. Separate notes mention San Antonio interests in a Corbatt-Fitzelmmons mill relocation and possible gubernatorial moves.
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Charlie Martindale
Feidayight
Eldes
Gow
Nauuual Waining
Kmory
Amory Ora
Roth
Star Chamber Geeslona
San Antonio
Stolen Jewelry Worth Four Thousand Dollars In Houston
A thief snatched a tray of diamonds worth 4000 dollars from the Sweeney Frederick jewelers shop window in Houston on Thursday night during the holiday rush. The theft is being kept quiet and no arrests are reported.
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Ilouston
Tex
Hief
Sweeney & Fredericks
Conspiracy and Arrests Highlight December Conspiracy News
A long-standing royal conspiracy case surfaces as police arrest John Bush editor Crick and Joseph Nawahl plus Fred Watts. Weapons found at Bush home lead to further raids. several British subjects detained. A tobacco case involving an alderman emerges. Arts notes cover engagements, plays, and performances at Gram Paulson Hall and Grand Theatre with a host of performers.
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Royallay
Dac
John Bush
Es Leo
Crick
Chu
Toseph Nawahl
Fred Watts
Vuah
Duveral
Arreatei Om
Arnant
Kava
Soverotoeat
Hongswan
Ieaq
Ani
Walker-Sinclair
Doubt Over Government Case Behind Schuyler Haughey Hearing
District Attorney Burka questions the strength of the government case as Schuyler Haughey faces multiple February charges and awaits Judge Baker's return. Coroner Castor investigates a baby’s death in West Newton with anonymous letters and unclear circumstances, involving a colored widow and family pressure.
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Tims
Baker
Culeaga
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Chayler
Mansura
Supreme Court
Duclehin
Perro
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Federal
Teteano
Techolealthea
Castor
Newton Regan
E Babs
West Newton
Aod
Hoy High Waymen Rob Milkman After Daring Deeds
In Hoy, December 24 three-year-old boys held up milkman Halph Boyd and robbed him of all collections after reading stories of the bandits. Incident occurred near Market.
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Boya
Halph Boyd
Buua
Bevy of Pretty Girls At State House Across Corridors
A fragment from a 19th century style piece describes a group of pretty clerks at the state house who engage in lively chatter amid marble halls. The scene features gossip about courtship, marriage prospects, and the social intrigue surrounding a famed optically noted engraver and a handsome telegraph operator.
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Savurday
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Booth
Doger
Marrien
Abe
Handepie Brucella
Ciysterians
Antgolog
Ihemeulyen
Alsuegraphar
Ly Joon
Appeals and court actions ripple through December notices
OCR fragment list shows LL APPEAL Res Changed 418 Deowlon and Wik Gin 10 & Richer Courc. Crtcavo, Dec. 24. Eugene Daca attorney appeal from Woods decision. Report notes post office crowd and precautions after a theft risk. Also items: counterfeit box operation by Manuel Arrige. severe storm in Maxotint. suicide of wholesale manager. blue necklace theft at Brown Palace. funeral notes and a broker’s disappearance. county treasurer shortfall. governor dismisses charges against Diagries.
Train hold up by four men in Indiana
An express car was robbed on a passenger train near Liberty on a Friday night. Four bandits halted the train with dynamite, entered the coach, and seized a large sum of money and valuables before making their escape. Local authorities and Durant city marshals are involved in the investigation.
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