Mystery surrounds death of Jessie Culbertson in Vincennes
Reports from Vincennes Indiana recount the death of Jessie Overton Culbertson formerly nurse and wife of Russell Culbertson found in a woodshed with carbolic acid poisoning. police pursue a former sweetheart and a Chicago woman suspected of involvement despite denials. authorities seek evidence and a possible motive amid conflicting theories of suicide or murder.
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Vincennes
Ind
Russell Culbert
Jessie Oon
Russel Culbertson
Texas
Jessie Overton Culbertson
Russell Culbertson
Culbertson
Caertson
Etta Longwell
Mrs. Longwell
Cazelton
Albertson
Jessie Lee Overton
Joshua Fazelton
Brazelton-Culbertson Wehold
S. Culbertson
Brazerton House
Madin Street
Chicago
Edna Culbertson
Answers From One Advertisement Proves Sun Delivers
The Indianapolis Sun test by People's Outfitting Company shows 1541 direct responses to a single ad. 917 correct puzzle answers earned prizes, and 64 winners are listed in the Sun ad. The store confirms Sun as the best business getter among Indianapolis papers, with last week’s circulation averaging 22,032 across six days.
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Indianapolis Sun
The
Sun
People’s Outfitting Company
Indianapolis
People’s Outfitting Co., E. A. K
Helen Boyle Deserted by Her Own Kin
Pittsburg article reports Bostonlike kidnapping case involving Billy Whitla and Helen Boyle now in Allegheny county jail with guarded transfer plans. Chicago relatives identify the woman as Anna McDermott, daughter of a former Chicago fireman, eloped years ago, raising questions about her married name and family ties.
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Helen Boyle
Pittsburg
Cleveland
Billy Whitla
Sharon
James Boyle
Allegheny County
Mercer County
Helen Faulkner
William A. Blakley
Mercer
Chicago
Willie Whitla
William McDermott
Wessel
Mr. McDermott
Anna
Licensing of private employment agencies begins in state
The new law requiring private employment agencies to be licensed is in effect. The state statistician issues licenses and forms and plans a state employment agency office where job seekers can register at no cost for matching services, akin to private bureaus.
Judgment for $2,000 Against the Woodmen
Judge Bartholomew on Friday entered judgment for $2,000 against the Modern Woodmen of America and in favor of Mamie D. Miles. Miles, widow of a member who died in the Julietta asylum, claimed life insurance of $2,000. the order refused payment citing misstatements in the application.
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Bartholomew
Woodmen of America
Mamie D. Miles
Julietta Asylum
Tor
Burt New Favored for Governor’s Legal Adviser Post
Gov Marshall is expected to appoint the governor’s legal adviser without delay. The $3,600 annual salary becomes available March 1. Burt New of North Vernon, a Democrat candidate for reporter of the supreme court, is viewed as the leading choice for the appointment.
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Gov. Marshall
Burt New
North Vernon
Democrats
Supreme Court
Fireman Plunges Into Cistern Rescued In Time
Winchester Ind March 26 During a house fire at Mrs Mary Clarks home Charles C Summers a fireman fell into a cistern as he battled flames He was saved by Chief Way and nearby firemen before drowning The blaze caused about 50 dollars in damage.
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Winchester
Ind
Mary Clark
Charles C. Summers
Chief Way
Summers
Named Administrator Named for Wallingford Estate
Probate Judge Ross named Friday the Central Trust Company administrator of the estate of Charles A Wallingford who left personal property valued at 1 00.
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Ross
Central Trust Company
Charles A. Wallingford
Germany mobilizes two army corps on Russia frontier
A report from LS ST Petersburh dated March 26 says Germany is rapidly mobilizing two army corps on Russia's frontier. Other items note Boston Canadians raising patriotic protests and several U.S. legal and personal notices across New York Rome Batavia Wendell Springfield and Wendell Mass reports.
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St, Petersburg
Germany
Russia
Fire drill saves pupils at School No 48
Smoke from a hot steam pipe set fire to a board on the second floor of School No 48 at Silver avenue and York street. Teachers and pupils remained calm as the alarm rang and all 2 pupils lined up and evacuated. firefighters found only slight damage.
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Silver Avenue
York Street
Frances Newton
Goodman to Meet Cole in Boxing Show at Auditorium
Chicago boxer Danny Goodman agreed to meet Freddie Cole next Wednesday night at the Auditorium in a 130 pound ten round bout. Cole concedes two pounds. the card also lists Saylor versus Johnny Connors in another ten round bout, postponed from last week due to Julius Stein.
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Danny Goodman
Chicago
Freddie Cole
Julius Stein
Goodman
Stein
Cole
Saylor
Johnny Connors
Elkhart and Orange Counties Vote Dry in AAU Referendum
In a fragmented report, Elkhart and Orange counties are described as voting dry in an AAU referendum. The text shows unclear figures with 877 for Elkhart and 6M for Orange, but the meaning is obscured by garbled OCR.
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Elkhart
Orange
Elkhart County
Orange County
Auto Parade Showcases 1909 Models In Indianapolis
The two day auto parade drew thousands as close to 1000 cars formed along Fall Creek boulevard to downtown streets. Showcasing 1909 models, the event highlighted Indianapolis stores manufacturers and enthusiasts, with a banquet at the Denison to close the week and strong sales outlook. Obstacle races along Capitol avenue followed the parade.
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Fall Creek Boulevard
Indianapolis
The
Denison
Capitol Avenue
Thief Captured After OT Chase Behind Bars
John Davis of the Indianapolis Telephone Co pursued and nabbed Fred Williams after a lengthy chase across Market Street and onto a Terre Haute & Eastern traction car. Williams, from Boston via Hot Springs, faced grand larceny charges for stealing $79.54 from Thompson's Restaurant on E Washington near Pennsylvanian. Davis recovered the cash and delivered Williams to Capt. Manning, with authorities noting the quick pursuit and decisive action.
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John Davis
Indianapolis Telephone Company
Fred Williams
Terre Haute & Eastern Traction
Williams
Davis
Willaams
Manning
Frank Guynette
Thompson's
E. Washington Street
Pennsylvania Street
Boston
Hot Springs
Guynette
Market Street
Monument Place
Meridian
English Hotel
Willnois Street
Ohio
Willams
Cassell Murder Trial: Defense Claims Accidental Shooting
The state rested in the Fred Cassell case as defense took the stand. Cassell testified he and Myrtle Burnett scuffled over a revolver and it discharged accidentally, killing her. Judge Pritchard ordered a special venire for 50 men to report Monday. Charles Jackson, also colored, to be tried for murder in a separate case involving Madeline Howard and Joseph Clemmions.
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Fred Cassell
Cassell
Myrtle Burnett
Pritchard
Vénice
Charles Jackson
Madeline
Howard
Josph Clemmions
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Daniel Cleary
Hoboken
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Hamburg-American Steamship Company
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Mutual Profit Realty Company
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