Presbyterians vote on union with Cumberland church amid protests
In Buffalo, a heated General Assembly debate over uniting with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church drew strong Negro clergy opposition. Speakers argued over separate presbyteries for Black ministers, with Francis Grimke and E W Hotly among those weighing the impact on civil rights and church unity. The assembly voted to send the basis of union to presbyteries with a May deadline, aiming for a two thirds favorable vote before final action.
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Buffalo
Earth
South
Presbyterian -General Assembly
Cumberland Church
Horthem
Presbyterian Church of the United States of America
Henry
Bettemen
Moderatod
Moffatt
Washington and Jemestan College
Wio
Uolo
Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian Church
United States of America
JMC
Anton
Messing
Cumberland Presbyterian Wick Church
John L. Platt
Poughkerpste
Vuninn
Francis J. Grimke
Washington
Arthur WW. Remington
Philadelphia
W. Hotly
Albany
Woodruff Art Decay Marrs Historic Outdoor Statuary
Crippled Minervas Mercury Jupiters and other figures dot Woodruff Place as weather and time erode the outdoor exhibit. Many statues lose limbs and details with cracks and paint peeling, giving the area a morgue-like appearance as remaining works show wear and decay.
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Woodruff Place
Detective Blood of Sherlock Holmes King in Everett
A sharp feature notes the detective figure of Sherlock Holmes and references H. J. Everett in a historical context. The item presents a concise portrayal of the famed sleuth linked to Everett, with emphasis on mystery and renowned character.
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Sherlock Holmes
H. J. Everett
Mysterious Women Linked to Selbert Killing Case
Attorney Harmon J. Everett says three women emerged as key witnesses in the Thomas Selbert case, after tracing a night’s events via streetcar conductors and a Central Avenue telephone exchange. The trio, described as workers who left the exchange around the killing night, were subpoenaed to testify before the coroner, with Mary C. Allman among them.
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Acure
Thomas Selbert
Thomas Hale
Harmon J. Everett
Everett
Hal
THE
SUN
N. Lindsat
Pne
Central-ava
Tanefers
Central-ave
Exchange
Ellenta
Georgia
Ilindfasts
Tiinatn
Washington-sts
Washington
Meridlan-ais
Miingig-st
Mary C. Allman
Senate-ave
Miss Allman
Linyd
Misa Lineman
Ming Lineman
An Yint
Ban on Whistling Suggested by Washington Commissioners
Washington officials consider a ban on whistling and loud calling in the city. A resident letter claims whistling and screaming cause pain and annoyance, urging licenses for public noise and restrictions on nighttime disturbances to preserve public peace. Local commentary laments the loud environment and argues for quieter evenings for residents.
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Washington
Uhh
Tate
Cotmantoners
F. McCabe
Commune Xonere
Yu Chi Yi Goes to World Fair for Corn Treatment
Yu Chi Yi, a representative from the Chinese province of Bhan Tang, leaves for San Francisco with his secretary to have a corn cut by a Chinese doctor. The remedy is said to prevent the corn from ever regrowing. He has struggled to wear a shoe since the corn appeared and plans to return to ML Louw in two weeks.
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Yu Chi Yi
Louie
Bhan-Tang
San Francisco
Tu Chi Yi
ML Louw
Furious Artillery Duel Between Armies at Kin Chow
Intense artillery exchanges erupt between opposing forces near Kin Chow as both sides press for control. Reports describe heavy shelling, smoke, and brief advances by militants in the disputed area with civilians warned to stay clear. Rival units exchange fire across fortified positions amid deteriorating conditions.
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Kin Chow
Russians Forced Back At Kin-Chow Battle Near Port Arthur
Tokto correspondent of Central News reports Japanese stormed Kin-Chow thirty miles north of Port Arthur and took it after dawn shelling. Four thousand Russians may have entered Tatung Pass as Japanese and Russians traded artillery losses. Port Arthur is reported surrounded and Japanese forces push west of Dalny. A submarine claim says a Russian battleship was sunk near Port Arthur with several craft. Washington confirms Kin-Chow capture and Japanese advance on Port Arthur.
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London
Tokto
Central News
Kin-Chow
Por Arthur
Thivadoy
Fred Hady
Nouthern
Port Arthur
Tario
Urey
Tigo
Peninauli
Japa
Russia
Dalny
Tumwang
Japaneas
Bourbon
Washington
State Department
Caplure
Mineter Griscom
Tokio
Adda
Democratic Campaign Booklets Hint at Food Prices Issue
Democrats plan post convention material to target living costs and alleged prosperity gaps. The handbook will feature speeches and economic arguments, arguing prices have doubled in five years and criticizing Republican claims of prosperity while linking tariffs and business interests to policy.
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National Convention—Committee
Washington
Democratic Congressional Committee
St. Fowl
Deceptanes
Akern
Chile
John Sharp Willan
Inter
Fatertyre
First Court Ruling Challenges Contortion in Cement Firm Case
The milling court granted a receiver appointment against a Portland cement company amid a tense dispute over restraining orders and the transfer of property. Judge Leathers suspended decisions on continuing the restraining order as parties debated bond needs and financial ability. The plaintiffs and defendants clashed over the formation and control of the new company and the validity of proposed actions.
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Milanaa Portland Cement Company Cing
Didge Swathers
Kriday
Sentinumm
Tran Gelling Fin Property
Thome
Leathers
Willa Raeaan, Representley
FALSEHOOD AND INEFFICIENCY CHARGES AGAINST LEMLY
Lemly faces court martial on charges of falsehood and inefficiency. Attorney Ormsby argues punishment was improper while seeking reimbursement for alleged unjust penalties. The case, tied to the Beetle court and advancement calendar, centers on Lemly’s conduct and reputation as Judge Advocate.
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Washington
McGeorge
Ormsby
Sandy
News Department
Jnetge
Lemly
Mai. Who Wan Mishineranty Die Ehated Chon Mle Nae Atiing: One Cist War. Miter
Jose
Pry
Behley
Maniey
Rubens Defends Chinese Masonry Claim in Sun Letter
George B. Rubens of 89k Ben May disputes The Sun’s claim that Carl Conaway is the city’s sole American member of the Chinese Masons. He asserts his own membership and alleges misrepresentation, citing a Chinese inscription and the signature of Chin Guia-Bing on a revered charm.
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Sun Wuld
Carl Conaway
Andiananoils
Conaaway
R. Rubens
Connaway
Gein
Mr. Rubens
Hnera Raasons
Chin Guia-Bing
Governor Herrick Opposed Capital Punishment
Governor Herrick refused clemency in a case involving Michael Schiller and a young offender sentenced to death. He stated no grounds for executive interference and affirmed the death penalty by execution. The ruling confirms the plan to carry out electrocution as prescribed by law.
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Myew Fo Merrick
Ator Roya
Michael Schiller
Wifrmillerer
Wan
Behiller
Ste
Quaint inscription proposed for school fountain
A high school lad suggests a quaint inscription for a graduation fountain to be placed at the front entrance of the south side building. The fountain, costing about $10, will be carved by a local artist and presented to the school by graduating classes.
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Pyartan
Honsler
George Ade
Bouth-side
Hoo
Memorial Day Flower Trade Amid Cold Weather Edicts
Memorial Day in Cold Spring sees heavy demand for flowers yet lower prices due to poor growing weather. Edward Bertermann of Hertermann Brothers' greenhouse notes outdoor plants failed due to chill, keeping bouquets affordable. Spanish War veterans meet to march to Crowtill for ceremonies as children will lay flowers at graves and monument events proceed at cemetery and town.
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Morin
Axit
Edward Bertermann
Hertermann Brothers
G A. R
Clark Camp
United Spanish War Veterana
Ay Che Wtatn
Crowtill
Monae Jackson
Collision of car and bogey train injures children
A Thursday evening crash at Vermont and West street involved a Jacse Kingan meat vehicle and a bogey bird ride, injuring Ruth Keller, Regel Burgan, Eleanor Burgan, and Mary Keller. Witnesses describe the impact as dramatic, with adults and children jolted but surviving the incident.
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Ruth Keller
Regel Burgan
Eleanor Burgan
Mary Keller
Vermont
West- Mi
Ihe
Marantenth
West Indianapolis Protest Against Proposed Sewer
A meeting to protest the proposed West Indianapolis sewer planned by the Board of Works will be held at Redmen's Hall in West Indianapolis Saturday night. Citizens aim to show the city engineer's plan to run sewer lines from the river to Calvelagerst has many disadvantages.
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Indianapolis
Board of Works
Red Men’s Hall
Indiananalla
Destin and Anou Stow Involved in Coroner Fight Case
Destin and Anou Stow, known as telephone operators, testified at the coroner's inquest into a fatal incident involving Thomas Selnoyt. They reported being urged to stay silent and not appear in court, while others claimed witnesses were threatened to withhold testimony. The hearing also referenced the Kraten exchange and related details.
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Destin
Anou Stow
I the
Thomas Selnoyt
Thomas Hale
Washington
Ilfnotssin
Snellfird
Techraony
Bary Auman
Anbf
Kraten Exchange
Mien Linehan
Bitter closing address in Gillespie murder trial
The Indianapolis court case closes with Henry W. Spaan denouncing defense attorney Thomas Shay as a poker court lawyer while jurors hear judge Owney outline three degrees of felonious homicide. Sheriff braces for unrest as trial nears verdict. other local items include the acquittal of Cora Weeks for her mother’s murder and James McDonald’s murder trial nearing verdict.
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Henry Wii
Spaan
Elizabeth Gillespie
Tusing Sun
Ind
Fris
Doweey
Priday Moretiyy
de ‘Berate
Thomas Shay
Cinciomati
Tran
Henry N. Spaan
Indianapolis
MW serFans
Bpaga
Span
Jame Gillespie
Elisabeth
Myron Babour
Carrie Barbour
Bell Seward
Bhayma
Cinclonat
Stead
R. McMallen
Mhay
Congreraman Griffith
Alwaple
Vege Downey
Bia
Bley
Jury May Olpagree in Delayed Verdict at Rising Sun
In Rising Sun Indiana noon jury shows no sign of agreement in Giltexple case. Judge allows jurors to retire to boarding house for dinner. A juror, Bannel Campbell, has been ill three days and is under a physician care, raising concern over a possible collapse amid extended deliberations.
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Ind
Permesion
Bannel Campbell
Weather forecast and cyclone aftermath at Golconda
Forecast calls for fair to warmer conditions Friday night and Saturday with increasing clouds and possible showers in Indiana and adjacent states. Morning 7 a.m. temp 54, noon 69, 2 p.m. 71 with variable winds. Cyclone destroyed New Liberty, Thursday night, no buildings left standing, no lives lost.
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Batuday
Indiana
Golconda
New Liberty
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