Thaw Murder Case Splits Public on Motive
New York June 27 Barry Kendall Thaw sits in his Tombs cell as police and friends untangle the Stanford White fatal drama. The marriage to Evelyn Nesbit Thaw and White’s persistent attention are cited as possible motives. officials note recent light on their past relations. Thaw’s guilt or innocence hinges on whether the victim’s alleged harassment drove the act, with some officials saying developments favor the defendant. White allegedly hid letters and pursued Nesbit Thaw, prompting Thaw to arm himself before the fatal Cafe Martin confrontation.
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Jury at Lebanon Takes Deppe Case
Special to The Sun reports in Lebanon Indiana that Fred Deppe stands trial for murder of James Jones in Boone circuit court after change of venue from Marion county. Witness Robert Dehlicker, owner of Haughville saloon, calls the shooting an accident, denying remarks to Indianapolis paperman White. Defense emphasizes friendship between shooter and victim. relatives of Jones seek first degree murder verdict. Evidence finished Wednesday. two hours each side for argument. jury deliberated after 4 pm.
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Fine silver service gifted to Norfolk Navy Yard guests
A fine silver service, donated by the Colonial Dames of America in Virginia, was presented today at Norfolk Navy Yard with elaborate ceremonies. Another service from the state is planned for Virginia later.
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Bride-to-be attends funeral in wedding gown
Kansas City World reports Misa Cordelia Brown, who was to wed Dr. Charles Spaulding, attended his funeral in a bridal gown and carried a wreath of bridal roses after he died Sunday night in a fall down an elevator shaft.
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The Immortal J N Dies in an Asylum
Jacob Newman Free known as The Immortal J N traveled the West for six decades living free on railroads and in hotels while touting truth pressure and the veil. Adjudged insane on March twenty ninth at seventy eight, he left a life of roaming and odd papers signed by railroad officials declaring him good on all rails.
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Thaw keeps promise to visit wife at Tombs prison
Harry Thaw’s wife Mrs. Evelyn Thaw visited him at the Tombs as doctors examined his mental capacity. The proceedings drew a crowd, with Thaw refusing to see reporters, and a tense, emotional reunion between Thaw and his wife lasting about 36 minutes under police supervision.
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Hartje Divorce Trial Opens Over Alleged Incriminating Coachman
Pittsburg Pa June trial in the divorce case of Augustus Hartje a millionaire paper maker against his wife Mary Scott Hartje began yesterday. They wed in 1904 and have two children. Four housemaids testified to Mrs Hartje's conduct with the family coachman Tom Marling. Hartje alleges bribery schemes with Madine and criminal information is sought. Madine's statement that he was offered 310 to incriminate Mrs Hartje is cited with her father providing aid.
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Cannon Explosion Kills Man Aboard Tromp
During a naval salute on the Dutch warship Tromp in St. Trondheim Norway one cannon exploded killing one man and injuring another. King Hintkon was aboard the Tromp at the time of the accident.
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Favors Roosevelt for Another Term
New Yorker Wile Ward, Republican from New York, endorses President Roosevelt for renomination in 194. He argues the people will insist on a third term whether or not Roosevelt wants it, citing tax and court battles as proof of public support. Ward leads a manufacturing firm with $1,000 capital and cites remote competition as harming his business. Card suggests Westchester delegates may be instructed for Roosevelt.
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Man in Hurry Drops Dead at Cincinnati Depot
A man believed to be Henry A. Wright of Chicago collapsed and died at the Cincinnati, Hamilton and Dayton depot as a Chicago train arrived. Passengers and bystanders, including several women and children, watched in alarm while the conductor notified police. Wright had said he was coming to attend the races, and business letters found in his pockets led to the identification attempt.
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Indianapolis Nuptials for Connor and Logan at St John’s
David Connor and Miss Katherine Logan wed at St. John’s church in Indianapolis in a Catholic ceremony. The bride wore Swiss lace with a tulle veil and carried a bouquet, as the wedding party twined to Lohengrin’s March. Guests planned a wedding breakfast at the bride’s home, followed by a brief honeymoon trip through Detroit, Buffalo, Niagara, Mackinac, and Chicago before returning August first.
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Quiet Home Wedding for Rollingy and Wood
A quiet home wedding unites des Vetelle Rollingy and James Wood with Rev. Lewis Brown officiating. Attendants include Miss R. Owens and Miss Verta Rollings, best man Charles Green. Bride in white silk gown, bouquet of roses. bridesmaids in white gowns with pink rose bouquets. Reception follows with family guests. couple plans a Chicago trip and home at 1500 Michigan after August 1.
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Sorority Hosts Spring Event Amid Music Club Shuffle
A fragmented notice shows a sorority event at a campus venue featuring a young women’s club and a musical performance. The text hints at a play or program titled As You Like It and references Lana’s work, indicating a campus literary or arts gathering with participants from the sorority and music club. Understandings are limited due to garbled OCR.
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Meat Dealers Face Five Prosecutions Early Date
Sherift Edward Fourtier said at noon that no arrests had been made from five indictments against meat dealers in criminal court. He doubted arrests would occur Wednesday. Once arrests are made, the accused will be tried quickly. Likely no more than five prosecutions will proceed this term.
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Harvard 20th Commencement Notable for Gay Guild Guest
The 20th commencement at Harvard was celebrated in Boston on June 27. It ranked among the largest in recent years. Instead of the president of the United States as guest of honor, this year’s exercises featured Gay Guild, member of the class of 1861.
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Detectives Shoot Fugitive From Plainfield Prison**
Detectives Morgan and Kinney shot 30 year old Charles Boyce, an escaped prisoner from the Plainfield boys school, as he leaped through a window to flee. He was taken to City hospital in serious condition with a bullet through his back, and authorities believe it may have lodged near the neck. The fight occurred while officers pursued him at his mother’s home. Boyce had escaped last Sunday on a state mule and had been under Plainfield police watch.
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Kansas City Joints Close In Prohibition Clampdown
In Kansas City Missouri on June 17 Kaness Chykan earns a dry-town reputation as wagons haul bar fixtures across the Missouri line. More than ten places close amid actions by a new assistant attorney general Treckett who files writs of abatement against joints and threatens to seize or demolish premises to enforce liquor prohibitions.
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Canal and China Court Bill Advance In Quick Moves
Washington June 77 The House passed the Senate canal bill from the speaker desk in less than two minutes and sent it to the president for signature. A separate bill creating the United States Court of China and adding Shanghai and other treaty ports to the docket was also approved. Conferees on the Erie Ship Canal bill reached agreement in practicable form and expect quick adoption in both chambers.
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Toledo Ice Trust Prosecutor Seeks Lessons From Ohio Case
Indianapolis prosecutor Charles Benedict plans to visit Toledo to learn how Ohio authorities prosecuted ice dealers alleged to form a price fixing combine. Grand jury selections in Indianapolis were announced, with focus on testing whether a similar ice trust operates locally. Lawmakers debate stronger anti trust provisions amid calls to curb price manipulation.
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Ice Prices and Supply Worries Hit Polar Ice Co
Polar Ice Company official Ph. Bie Dittmer states there is no market coordination among ice dealers and manufacturers. He notes a short supply and that local prices are not controlled, with ice priced at 3 cents per 100 pounds for coupon holders, and summer contracts sought from firms in Pekin and other cities. The grand jury will investigate the situation.
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