Henry Alford Short Arrested After Chase to Roof
New York society man Henry Alford Short, linked to a swell University club, is held in Westside police court on charges of exploiting two young girls and keeping a notebook with victims’ names. Barbara Livingston, 18, Norwegian, also under arrest for aiding in luring victims. Police say the case recalls the Thaw and White headlines and cite anonymous tips as the trigger for the raid and search of Short’s W Fifty-fifth Street home. Short faces trial Friday afternoon.
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Aeripve
Short
Shore
Trelt
Jooka
Thaw Case Moves Forward As District Attorney Takes Charge
WEW YORK July 2 District Attorney Jerome assumes control of the Thaw murder case amid plans to counter defense arguments about insanity. He will compile evidence, surveil suspects, and seek subpoenas for detectives and White family associates. Thaw and his wife deny public allegations while legal maneuvers continue.
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Jerrorn
Ary Munia
Jerome
Prosecution of Oil Trust Discussed by U S Attorney Keating
United States District Attorney Joseph Keating returned from Washington and said there is nothing to say about whether Standard Oil would be prosecuted in the state court. He noted the case against the National Association of Retail Druggists is progressing satisfactorily.
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Oil Trust
United “States
Jomepho
Keating
Washington, D. C
Cnd
Standard Oil Company
Tiana Court
National Association of Retail Drugglars
Health officer warns of diseased animals shipped from Westport
Westport health officer Dr. O. W. Welch states in a letter to Dr. J. Murty that cholera hogs and diseased cattle have been shipped from Westport to butchers and stockmen for markets. He calls this larger than any prior packers’ misconduct.
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O. W. Welch
Westport
Ind
de. J. Murty
Railroad Franchise Granted To Eliminate Competing Tracks
Indianapolis Southern Railroad asked the Board of Public Works to remove a clause requiring other railroads to use elevated tracks. The Board approved striking the clause, clearing the way for city council approval. The elevated tracks, funded by the railroad, were to be built and used under prior agreement. The action removes the obstacle of competing roads using the elevated structure.
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Indianapolis Southern Railroad Company
Public Works
Foremer
Board of Works
Hollaman
City Connect
Board of Public Works
Wien
Allroad Company
Spenfed
Thix Aly
Burglar Nabbed Sparks City Theft Ring Probe
A burglar named Robert Stutton entered Stout's Manufacturers Shoe Store on Massachusetts Avenue to swap shoes matching ones stolen in a prior burglary. The clerk notified Station and Hull and Shine were summoned. Station attested he bought the shoes but confessed to theft, implicating others. Police believe the arrest will help chase several city thieves.
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Robert Stutton
Stout's
Massachusetts-uve
Win
Shang
Hull
Shine
Congress Comes to Roosevelt as Republicans Praise Result
Washington July 1 Congress adjourned amid praise from Republican leaders for the past session. They credit Roosevelt backed by public opinion with passing popular and important legislation seen as helping the party to victory. The record reflects strong approval of the administration's agenda.
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Washington
Clothing merchant David Newman dies suddenly in city home
David Newman a clothing merchant formerly of Washington Street died suddenly Sunday night of gastritis. He resided at 2 East Vermont with his wife and daughter, with a son expected from Ball Lake City. The coroner said death occurred around midnight as Newman had just written checks for outstanding bills. Funeral arrangements plan for Crosthwaite with burial Wednesday. the family had planned to leave for Cincinnati.
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David Newman
Washington St
Vermontat
Newman
Washington-ae
Cincinnati
Newman Edine
Ball Lake City
Mrn
Crostad
Veterans to Travel on National Encampment Route
The G A R fraters selected the general route to the national encampment in Indianapolis the week of August 13. The Big Four route to Chicago and the Wisconsin Central from Chicago to Minneapolis will charge one cent per mile.
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Ainneapolia
Big Four
Chicago
Wiscogain Central
Minneapolia
President's last message outlines key laws and reforms
The president urged Railway rate legislation Pure food and meat inspection reforms immigration and consular actions employers liability law and other measures. He supported Alaskan and statehood initiatives and a $35000 presidential travel allowance while noting some bills were refused like Philippine tariff legislation Bunty Domingo treaty ratification and a large naval appropriation. Next winter expected reconsideration of several items including Philippine tariff and Domingo treaty.
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Statehood
Oklahoma
Congress
Roosevelt
Humphrey
Billy Paseed
Drug Trust Case in Federal Court
United States v National Druzlers et al presents a drug trust case in federal court with multiple defendants including Hance Bras White Edward W. Hance Jr John Wyeth & Co Jonen M Kitmer Shoop Family Medicine Wells Richardson Co Stearns Co Nelson Baker Clayton Shoemaker William Hoover Kenyon Schenck A Stuart Co Jyrum ie Uru Go Boulth Kine Co B J Kendall Co. Defendants filed notices of appearance and await further proceedings until the first Monday in Almost.
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United States Tribunal
United States
National
Aanostation of Fetal Drugegists
United States Circuit Court
Hance Bras, & White
Edward W. Hance
John Wyeth & Bro
Jonen M. Kitmer
Do. Shoop
Manton N. Kline
Clayton F. Shoemaker
William A
Machinists threaten to resume clashes after settlement talks
About 100 workers are at stake as negotiations continue with Jenney Electric and Pope Motor Car firms following an Allis Engine Works settlement. J. J. Keegan of the International Machinists Union travels to New York for talks while Alyson Pope of Pope Motor Car faces pressure as threats loom to reopen plants in Toledo and Hartford.
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Allop
Jenney Electric, Company
Pope" Motor Car Company
J. J. Keegan
International Machialate' Union
Indianapolis
Hegan
New Yorks
Statehouse receipts set record for April June months
The secretary of state of Indiana reports record receipts for April, May, and June under secretary Fred Simm, with figures topped since Grubb began the office. The combined totals include deposits, motor vehicle records, court reports, and other fees, marking a likely historical high for the office. Desperado at large after fatal shooting in Springfield. Policeman Fehr gravely hurt, Lederle killed during bicycle theft arrest attempt.
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Indiana
Ines
Fred Simm
Desperado
Scrippe-Head
Cress Association
Springfield
Benjamin Lederie
Fehr
Yanr
Lederle
Purity of Meats Assured to All
Assurance of meat purity under a new law extends inspection from pasture to package. Government announces comprehensive coverage ensuring every stage of production, processing, and packaging meets standards. Regulators emphasize enforcement and consumer protection as the program rolls out nationwide.
New Federal Meat Inspection Law Promises Safe Canned Goods
Washington July 2 By President Roosevelt and Secretary Wilson at the agricultural department an official statement was issued detailing a new system of meat inspection to be immediately enacted. The law provides adequate funding and enforcement, extending supervision from pasture to can, with a federal stamp guaranteeing healthfulness and proper processing. The statement argues canned meat will compare favorably with fresh meat and emphasizes thorough inspection and nationwide confidence. The piece also notes the state Board of Registration and Examination of Nurses held a meeting at the statehouse with 485 nurses registered as of July 1 and an upcoming examination.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Wilson
Agricultural Department
West
Department of Agriculture
United States
James Wilson
Slate Board of Registration and Examination
Statehouse
oMecata
Six men arrest in attack on car conductor and motorman
A mob of six men assaulted Joseph Stulz and Conductor Lyman on a Shelby street car near Southern Avenue Sunday night. Arrests followed from descriptions given to police. charges include assault and battery. Conductor and motorman stated as injured. $100,000 loss noted. Fire wiped out most of the Berber Asphalt Company works on July 2.
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Notor
Joseph Stulz
Lyman
Ofo
Bhelby-st. Carling
Southern-ave
Henry Wachtel
Henry Johnson
Ringgold
Keclippe-monet Tite Aplee
MAUER
Miner Killed by Fall at Pennsylvania and Indiana Coal Mine
Midland Ind July 2 Charles Bledsoe 38 was instantly killed this morning at the Pennsylvania and Indiana Coal company's mine by a fall of slate.
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Wem
Midland
Ind
Charles Bledsoe
Pennsylvania and Indiana Coal Company
American Tourists Die in England Train Crash
Severe wreck near England leaves several victims dead many were wealthy and prominent in society. A locomotive on a Flyer jumped the track and plowed into an adjacent train causing terrible results. The incident involved a bridegroom among the dead and marked a tragic death toll for returning travelers.
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Flyer
Victime at Salisbury Dead Names Read Like a List
A fragmented obituary list names numerous individuals associated with Salisbury, including E. W. Sentell, Misa G. M. Sentell, Charles B. Seatell, and many others across New York, Brooklyn, Chicago, Toronto, and Allentown. The text reads as a roster of deceased or mentioned persons with scattered partial locations and initials.
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Sirs
E. W. Sentell
Breekiza
Mius 8
Seatell
Nrowkiya
Misa G. M. Sentell
Dreskiya
Charles B. Seatell
Brooklyn
F. H. Committ
New York
Kock
Allentown
M. F. Howteson
New Torre
Pinan
Toros
Walter Burwick
K. C. Torasta
Mia
Elphicks
Chicago
Rey
E. L King
Toronto
J. FL
Medterkin
Gerard Smith
Darton
Mra
W. W
Emmy Dayton
Mina Eleanor Staith
Dayton
John E. McDor
Mee
Lillia Hurd Watte
Hitchcock
Dudley TP. Harding
Lunia Counter
Anniversary tragedy rocks Salisbury rail line
Special from Salisbury England reports a Salisbury to London express collision killed several Americans and injured many as 25 passengers from the United States endured a devastating wreck. Notable victims include Louis Casaler and Charles E Sentell along with other prominent New Yorkers and professionals. The Boat Special train, part of an inaugural service, sped at high speed before the crash, with rescue and investigation soon under way.
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Salisbury
Eng
Plymouth
New York
London
United States
Louis Casaler
Cassler's
Magasine
Frederick Henry Cossitt
Dugro
John E. McDonald
Vanderbilt
Charles E. Sentell
Manhattan
Brooklyn
Misa E. M Sentell
Mies
G. M. Sentel
E. M. Senetel
Lillian Hurd Watts
Lillian Hurd
Filthave
Dudley P. Harding
Howlesgn
N. Hitchcock
F. W. Koch
Allentown
C W, Elphicke
Chicago
Walter Barwick
King’s Counsel
Toronto
Rev. H le King
Frederick Cosaitt
Jud Dugro
McClellan
McClella
Piy' Ears
Uth
Southampton
London and Southwestern
Eee Mercantile Marine Company
J. P.morgan
Liverpool
Santhsompton
Traine
Tralna
Ryker Brackett Wedding Marks Ninth Anniversary
Clarence A. Ryker wed Miss Iva A. Brackett in a Sunday night ceremony at 8 o’clock at WT Batessat. Reverend Alfred D. Detch of Covenant Congregational Church officiated. The event celebrated the couple and the wedding’s ninth anniversary.
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Clarence A. Ryker
Iva A. Brackett
Franscis A. Ryker
Batessat
Alfred D. Detch
Coveenant Congregational Church
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