Mrs Knapp Seeks Death Before Her Husband's Execution
Mrs Anna Gamble Knapp, wife of condemned murderer Alfred Knapp, told THIS RUN she wants Hamilton police to allow her to choke her to death before his electric chair. She warns she may kill his sister if not permitted and says she cannot live without him. Detectives warned against returning to Hamilton, claiming she would be arrested on arrival.
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Anna Gamble Knapp
Hamilton Police
Alfred
Slater
Bho
Rox Pp
Knapp
Georges W. Owings
Indianonve
Gwings
Ater
Riday
Knapp describes murder methods in Indianapolis case
Knapp, the suspect, recounts strangling wives in vivid detail, claiming he acted while asleep and could not explain why. He describes gripping throats, kneeling on backs, and choking until life ends, stating a mysterious urge drove him and he felt relief after the act. Police question him again about a December hold-up and his supposed connections to a Cincinnati case.
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Knipp
Mayor Boach
Mason
Capl-of-police
Lene
Dia
Hannah
Mary Eckert
Putire
Cincinnati
Gemec Connor
Enwpp
Classified Advertisements From Page Seven
New line advertisements list job and service notices including Boy wanted in drug store paper hanging wanted middle aged woman wanted to go to country colored farm hand wanted first mortgage on improved property vacant space for sale shop salesman wanted man wanted to operate wood working shares furnished rooms for rent girls wanted for general housework.
City Life SONS OF THE REVOLUTION Dinner Honors Clark Family
Indiana Society of the Sons of the American Revolution held a banquet at the Columbia club on Thursday night to mark the 225th anniversary of Vincennes capture by George Rogers Clark. Officers elected: President William E. English. vice presidents Imman F L Fowler Frank Felter and William A. Hamilton. registrar Duncan T. Docon. secretary Charles W. Moores. treasurer C H McDowell. W. A. Clark of Iowa Point, 33, a descendant of a Revolutionary soldier, named honorary vice president for life. New pianos and eyewear ads appear in the text fragments.
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Columbia
Vincennes
Gill
George Rogers Clark
Cay
W. E. English
Willam E. English
Inman FL. Fowler
Spencer
Frank Felter
Huntington
William A. Hamilton
Terre Haute
Cantrell May Testify On Chicago Grave Robberies
Cantrell Ghoul Rufua Cantroll may testify before a Chicago grand jury about graves despoiled. Judge Alford received a letter from Blair and Hor ton urging transfer to Chicago for Cantrell to reveal knowledge of grave robberies. Prosecutor Ruckelshank said Cantrell could go to Chicago if guaranteed safety. Timing unknown. Cantrell claims access to many robbed graves in Oakwood cemetery.
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Chicago
Thdinhapais
Chichgo
Grand Jury
Alford
Criminal Court
Thurday
Blair
C. H. Horton
Cantrell
Jeter
Ruckelshank
Huvkelstrans Save
Indianapolis
Cantrelll
Oakwood Cemetery
Speech by Hooth Tarkington on Ui in the homae
The speaker Hooth Tarkington made his first speech on Ui in the homae Friday. The event attracted attention as he stammered, stroked his chin, and suggested that street railways deserve name consideration like the mining corpora tone. His Will was passed to en tirosament with minor importance.
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Hooth Tarkington
Thornton Stansfield Missing From Meridian Home
Thornton Stansfield, 13, son of Rev. Joshua Stansfield, vanished from his Meridian Street home after leaving for a dental appointment Tuesday. Police and church members searched broad areas, but no trace exists. family appeals for information as they fear he is lost or worse.
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Joshua Stansfield
St. M. E. Church
Myst
BT MN
Thomson
Thornton
Tax Levy Cut Planned by Republican Leaders
The Senate and House caucuses plan a tax levy reduction to one and a quarter cents per dollar with a one quarter cent cut on the sinking fund. Senator Matson of Marion county introduces the measure to take effect at year end. Lieutenant Governor Gilbert approved the bill as a move toward economy and lower taxes, estimating a small annual saving on total tax collection.
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Tate
Senate
House
Matean
Marion County
Gilert
Tim
Grip reaches 30000 cases in Los Mo reports
Local dispatch notes grip pneumonia spreading with up to thirty thousand cases feared. Disease described as mild in many, yet death rate rising quickly as communities report widespread exposure and illness across the area.
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Los
Louie Thas
Coten
Milwaukee Bowler Sets World Record in Six Games
A Milwaukee bowler, D A Jones, rolled 683 in six games to claim the world record and the national title. He dominated three games to win, averaging near 114 per game, a feat hailed as near impossible by local bowlers who praised his speed and consistency during Friday afternoon competition.
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D. A Jones
Milwaukee
A. Jones
Yonex
Milworlds
Fire destroys Burbank building in Lowell Mass
Fire engulfed the Burbank structure in Lowell early Friday, killing several occupants. The blaze trapped lodgers on the third and fourth floors with many rescued by firemen and rushed to hospital. property loss estimated around 317,000 dollars.
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Lowell
Mass
Burbank
No General Boycott Denied by United Mine Workers Leader
President John Michell of the United Mine Workers denounces a published claim that he leads a nationwide union consolidation to wage war on nonunion labor and products by boycotts. He states he is not involved in any such scheme nor in forming or promoting rational unions or related actions.
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Springfield
Fern
John Michell
United Imine Workers
Simpson Chapel Officers Deny Story of Trouble
The Sun reports a statement from Simpson Chapel members denying any church split over Rev. Gilliam and asserting a majority favor his return. They say no plan to elect trustees backing Gillam existed and a Louisgive man was not discussed.
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Simpson Chapel
Abram Trutle
B. J. Mongan
James Buyer
John T. Coleman
James Genn
W. B. Stevenson
Major Davis
Moses Pranklin
James Jackson
A.T. Taylor
Thomas M. Steward
Rev. Gilliam
Littlefield Bill Washington Vote Delay on Antitrust Bill
The House refused to take up the antitrust bill with a 33 to 2 vote. Republicans Nelson McCamas and Wellington joined Democrats to allow further consideration. The forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity predicts continued clouds and rain, with temperatures around 46 degrees at 7 am.
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Sea Briday
Nelson
McCamas
Wel Ington
Indianapolis
BP. m
Showsie and Calder
Indiana
Floyd County Officials Sentenced in Contempt Case
Federal Judge Anderson sentenced Floyd county officials in the Zier receivership contempt case. Chas D. Kelso among those jailed for 30 days, Raymond J. Moris 20 days, Claude Sittason 10 days, and Thomas Smithwick 10 days in Marion County jail. The hearing featured dramatic testimony by Zier and unsettled plans to delay sentences as attorneys sought to settle business before serving time.
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Floyd County
Anderson
Chas. D. Keleo
Marion County
Raymond J. Moris
Claude Sittason
Thomas Smithwick
Zier
Kélna
Floyd Elicut Court
Burglar Gang Loots Cedar Springs Bank With Dynamite
Robbers dynamited Cedar Springs bank near Grand Rapids Michigan on Thursday night and stole nearly 5000 dollars. A livery rig was taken and the fleeing pair headed toward Grand Rapids.
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Grand Rapids
Mich
Hubsbard
Cedar Springs
Sayre’s Amendment Shifts Tax Bill to Cut Judge Pay
During Friday’s house session Watreh Sayre sought to strike all but the enacting clause of House Bill 194 and substitute a new measure to reduce appellate judges’ salaries to 430 and a supreme court reporter to 400. The amendment would have the tax commissioners devote full time to duties, with limited exceptions. The speaker denied Sayre’s request to speak further, promising to rule on the point of order and noting discussion would continue later.
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Watreh Sayre
Supreme Couie
Sayre
Beim
Speatker
Bartender Arrested in Westville Bank Robbery Case
Charles Lumpkin, a Westville bartender, was arrested Thursday night in connection with the Smith bank robbery on November 20. Police say a fight occurred with rangers during the incident. Clarence Dunham and another man are suspected, with more arrests anticipated near Westville. Emerson Reynolds, father of Wesley Reynolds, has reportedly gone insane from the murder case.
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Westville
Ind
Charles
Lumpkin
Smith Bank
Wesley Reynolds
Weatville
Emerson Reynolds
Wassex
Reynolds
Garrett Postoffice Robbery Sparks Money and Stamp Heist
Fort Wayne Indiana February 1 The Garrett post office was robbed Thursday night of four hundred dollars in money and stamps. The safe was blown with dynamite after the combination was chiseled off. The post mistress father discovered the break Friday morning when opening the office. Suspects fled in a horse and buggy with six hours lead on pursuing officers. Majority of money went to depositors.
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Omee
Garrett, Inc
Ming Amanda Sullivan
Falmer
House in recess ends with quorum doubt
In Washington on Friday February 71 the House opened after a recess to find only about three members in their seats. Speaker Henderson ordered the doors closed and the sergeant at arms to bring in absentee members. The Senate on Friday resumed consideration of the naval appropriation bill.
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Washington
Henderson
House
Richardson
Senate
Pritay
Favorable Report On Gray Bill By Senate Committee
The Gray railroad consolidation bill has been favorably reported for passage by the senate committee on railroads. Strong opposition and potential amendments loom, but leaders expect a vote soon. A challenging path remains for supporters against possible amendments and partisan resistance.
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Senate Committee On Railroads
Scrappy Scene in the Senate Turmoil Flares
In a heated Friday session Senator Milburn faced opposition from Senator Matson as partisanship rose. Milburn’s recognition sparked outbursts and a near clash with doorkeepers and colleagues urging decorum while Fortune tried to restrain the agitated democrats.
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