Defense opens case in Powers trial in Georgetown
In Georgetown Kentucky July 36 the defense began presenting its case for Caleb Powers. Attorney Faulkner attacked the prosecution’s witnesses and alleged a vast conspiracy tied to a $100,000 reward. Powers testified denying knowledge of several figures and detailing his involvement with mountain county crowds and witnesses in Frankfort.
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Dick Combs
Jim Howard
Henry Youtsey
Berry Howard
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Frankfort
Mounts uncertain stance fuels Kentucky camp alarm
Gov Mount hints he could reverse his decision though not yet convinced by Georgetown Powers trial reports. In Denison hotel camp, A BUN reporter was summarily dismissed from Gov Taylor's room while Finley, former secretary of state, plans a new newspaper in Pennville Jay county named the Rough Rider to oppose the Goebel law.
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Council to vote on temporary loan Monday night
The council is expected to authorize a temporary loan at the Monday meeting while the related ordinance remains in Megrew's desk due to his absence. If approved, a new ordinance will need drafting.
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Chicago Fatalities From Violent Deaths
Chicago records a deadly Sunday with multiple victims including Christ Reitz crushed by a train laborer Lovey who hanged himself John Karzer 11 drowned Arthur O Malley died from a blow Will Williams and Otto Greitz among July 4 victims a drowning and a box collapse cause another death Alice McAnder 3 scalded Louisa Whelan 15 died awaiting medical care under coroner scrutiny
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Bryan Dinner With Reporters Notes No Senate Bid
Political brief recalls Bryan hosted two hungry newspaper men at his Lincoln home for Sunday dinner serving corn cabbage and chicken from the Bryan farm. Secretary Wilson denies Senate candidacy from Iowa. Mrs Mary Green 75 of New Rochelle N Y plans to stump for Bryan. Senator Jones failed to mend Croker and Hill feud but secured a pledge they would keep personal quarrels out of the national campaign. Charles Simaridie Chicago died after a fall from a window Sunday.
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New York St. Pavement Row Prompts Appraisal Challenge
Property owners dispute New York Street pavement appraisal citing a Strong law threshold. Attorney David Myers vows to sell at the appraised price, offering a frame dwelling and framed chromes of McKinley and Bryan to the bidder, while urging new appraisers as the board rescinds action.
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Campaign Speech Echoes Loyal Legion Address
Republican leaders cite Capt D F Allen speech given before the Loyal Legion in October 1898 to attack Democratic congressional candidate in district 9. The speech defends President McKinley and the secretary of war, denouncing aggressive criticism as unfounded while pledging unity for a stronger nation.
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Law Firm McCullough Reinhard Spahr Dissolves Partnership
The firm McCullough Reinhard and Spahr ends its partnership effective Monday. Partners named are James B. McCullough F J Reinhard and John O Spahr.
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Births Deaths Marriages and Permits Chronicle
Birth announcements list several families with newborn girls and boys, followed by numerous infant and adult deaths with ages and causes, and a set of marriages. Building permits record new dwellings and renovations with locations and costs across multiple streets.
Woman’s Work Is Never Done The Hood’s Sarsaparilla Claim
The ad touts Hood’s Sarsaparilla as a remedy for sleeplessness loss of appetite and extreme nervousness caused by constant care. It promises a wonderful change when taken, claiming to give pure rich blood good appetite and steady nerves.
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Rathbone Still Locked Up in Havana Jail
Estes G. Rathbone former director general of ports remains jailed in Havana and expects to post bond soon. He has received sympathy calls from prominent figures including Gen. Fitzhugh Lee and staff in uniform, and is cheerful and confident under treatment with great consideration.
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Team strengthens as Kellum Vowers join lineup
Manager Watkins pitted a stronger 40 H. BP. squad against Chicago on Monday afternoon. Kelly and Dammann joined the team in the morning while Kellum and Vowers formed the battery and Kelly Magoon Madison and Geier played the infield.
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City Life items mix fires and court cases from Indianapolis
A fire damaged Schmidt's brewery shed finalizing in loss. Levi N Brown seeks divorce alleging wife Glennie frequents wine rooms. Monday features a lawn fete for West side boys band at Minkner Chiosis as John Burk serves 36 days for drunkenness. Local Chinamen report newspapers suspended. Civic clubs hold meetings at Morton club rooms. Epworth league to meet Aug 22 at Broad Ripple Park. Al Harcourt named captain of Washington township rough riders. Court postpones Franz piano case. Carriage union organizer Damm tours Indianapolis. Knights of Pythias encampment expects 16 000 in Detroit Aug 23-5. Burglar alarm as Mrs Spades frightens burglar. Bogus check case against Ed Walker. Teens arrest for theft of phonograph records. Mrs Freeman widow of prominent locals dies in York Illinois. Bicycle cops respond to dispute at 65 Eddy. Koplin dispute leads to assault on N Alabama. Island Coal donates ground for carnival floats and magic circle ahead of city event.
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Island Coal Company
Intoxicated girls fight on Haughville street scene
At 6 p m Sunday two 16 year old girls, both intoxicated, were seen fighting from Haughville cars to the river bridge. One girl reportedly cried, Now youve got me drunk, Im going to whip you good, before the altercation ended.
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Drowning and suicides, violence, and a fatal fall headline
Wire tips report multiple tragedies including John K. James and his son drowning in Columbia DC on Sunday, Henry Schell, 21, of Pekin Illinois, shooting himself, a man found with his sweetheart, whitecaps in White County Tennessee threatening workers, George H. Burgett Ogden bank teller killed by a 1200 foot cliff fall, plus broad political spending and an advertisement for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure.
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Sermons Clash Over China Turmoil and Church Farewell
Rev C C Lasby in Central Cave M E church denounces corruption in China citing official rapacity and bribery while Rev C E Grover reflects on a quiet ministry style in his farewell sermon at Olivet Congregational Church and notes plans to unite with Fellowship Church Broadway and Twenty first streets.
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Cattle and Hog Prices at Indianapolis Union Stock Yards
Cattle receipts Monday about 100 with varied consignments including good to prime steers 1 150 lbs and up. Hogs receipts 600 with heavy and mixed packing and good to choice lightweights. Sheep receipts light with common to medium lambs and good to choice sheep noted. Interstate Stock Yards reports on July 30 with similar ranges for cattle hogs and sheep and prime to fancy export rates.
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Bryan to leave Lincoln for Chicago trip August 6
Local managers were notified that Bryan will depart Lincoln at 6 p m August 6 for Chicago arriving 9 30 a m August 7. Stevenson Chairman Jones and the national committee will travel with him to Indianapolis on August 7 evening. Fire department responds to rubbish fire at 322 Virginia avenue Monday noon. Daughters of Rebekah host lawn fete at W H Leedy 315 E Merrilist Tuesday evening for Temple lodge 391 with Meyers military band and a military drill.
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Chicago market reports for grains and dairy products
Wheat, corn, oats, and provisions move with modest gains on Monday. Butter, cheese, eggs, and live poultry prices shown with varied spreads across creamery, dairy, and farm grades.
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