Ambush Attempt Near Roosevelt Home Sparks Investigation
An armed man, William Wellbronner, a young farmer from Brooklyn, drove within yards of President Roosevelt's Oyster Bay estate and fired a revolver at him but missed. Authorities say Wellbronner, reportedly mentally unstable, faced medical attention. officials and physicians later examined him while Sessions and other officials investigated the threat and its source.
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Oyster Bay
Fensovelt
Weillbronger
Wellieger
Brooklyn
Piparte
Ecu
Pirshten
Pal
Novel names mix in wartime era travel note
A distorted OCR passage describes a sequence of visits and movements during a wartime period. It mentions Mr. and Mrs. with ties to Sparta and Vermin? It references a conference at Kanwac? City and the United Mine Workers leader Mitchell, urging workers to remain on the job until a September meeting.
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Nosinger
Cele Mineuerl
Tupatoy
Sao Mitchell
United Mine Workers
Cheago
Kanwae
Judge confirms new trial for Al Tha Kapp in murder case
The court set December 2 for the execution of Knapp and adjourned as the judge indicates a new trial for Al Tha Kapp, who confessed to murdering two wives and three others. The proceedings reveal details of the self confessed crime and related statements, with plans reported for a transfer to Columbus for electrification.
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Jamilien
Belden Wollnossay
al Tha Kapp
Murcorr
Cnurt
de Ember T2
Vale
Columbus
Electracuifon
Silver coins shipped from New York to Manila by steamer
Villadelphia Pac under escort of O Nihon eiard LO 405 000 silver coins were shipped Wednesday from New York aboard a steamship bound for Manila.
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Villadelphia
Pac
United States
Nnt
New York
Manila
Johnson County awards bridge contract to Cambrake for steel spans
Wartrenkturg Missouri reports the County Court of Johnson Parish awarded the bid to Cam rH, Mo for the erection of steel bridges at an estimated price of fourteen thousand nine hundred ninety five dollars.
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Wartrenkturg
County Court of Johnson Pieaiay
Esteet
Imidine Bridge Constraction Company
Cam Rh
Murder belief after body found near Warrensburg
In Joplin Missouri the body believed to be Charles Herrick was discovered in the Kansas City Southern bottoms near Warrensburg Monday morning. The corpse showed violence marks, and authorities suspect murder. Sparta Illinois reports the Perry County District Old Soldiers' Reunion opening with a parade by labor organizations. principal address by David Rows.
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Joplin
Charles Herrick
Warrensburg
Kaneas City
Herrick
Sparta
Perry County
David Rows
Sharp Warning to Colombia
A late July interoffice telegram to Minister Beaupre carries a sharp warning to Colombia. It asserts unamended ratification of a treaty is required or the United States will take measures, risking strained relations and high diplomatic tension. The document details firm stances by Colombian officials and indicates potential actions by Washington.
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Washington
Colombia
United States
Ford
Herron
Tadao
Ter Vierrin
Stare
Tarnished tale from wartime notes and legal notices
Fragmented OCR renders a mix of war era references, Navy matters, legal action, and railway incorporation. The text mentions a hologram from Captain Train, surveys, and a plan to prohibit mail abroad, plus a Missouri court context. It references Exeleg Springs to Missouri City electric railway aims and corporate filings in Jefferson City, Missouri.
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Jeefferson City
Exceltsior Springs and Missouri Ciy Electric Railway cCompany
Mori
Ew Company
Capitaliood Ay Bai
Lund
Exeleiop
Springett Mieseuri City
Bath
Tar Qeanty
Unclear historical event noted in garbled report
A fragmentary item reports that Jasin Conery in a bar on Timeday was in a confrontation with WH iam Wilson who was cleaning a revolver. A shot occurred causing injury to Conery, with details obscured by garbled text and uncertain identifiers.
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Piteemadupereny
Jasin
Tiwielt
Whiam Wilson
Marion County's Doctor Moranty marks golden wedding feast
Odin, Uh, Doctor and Mrs JD Morgan celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on Thursday. The reunion drew their children, grandchildren, and many friends. Doctor Moranty, one of Marion County's oldest citizens, is noted as a lifelong Democrat.
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Odin, Uh
JD. Morgan
Doctor Moranty
Marion County
Governor appoints John Kelley to Buchanan County bench
Governor Dockery announced Monday afternoon the appointment of John Kelley as judge of the county court for the second district of Buchanan County to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Judge Henry J Bassett.
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Jefferon City
Dockery
John Kelley
Buchanan County
Henry J
Bassett
Creal Springs Hotel Destroyed by Sunday Night Fire
Creal Springs hotel suffered total loss after a fire discovered at 10 p m Sunday consumed the building by midnight. No injuries reported and the cause was not yet determined. Local investigators examined the scene as crews managed the blaze.
Vreakiin Cable Memoir From Bivrut On Escape
Major Miller of the city, a close friend of Vice Coast Magelesen, cabled the view consul to report his condition after fleeing assassination. A cablegram from Bivrut dated Monday said Magelesen was fit as a field.
Governor Yates Proclaims Cibor Day Holiday
Springfeld U state governor Yates issues annual proclamation naming September 7 as a legal holiday Cibor Day observed statewide.
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Springfeld
Yates
American Squadron Arrives at Beirut
The American squadron led by Admiral Cotton, including the cruiser Brooklyn from San Francisco, reached Beirut Friday amid Constantinople tensions. A new detective force is stationed at the American location, and the U.S. may seek permission to land Marines. Washington questions authority to send troops. Turkey reportedly plans to mobilize 400,000 soldiers in Macedonia. many deaths are reported due to climate.
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Swela
Euadron
Brooklyn
San Francisco
Omer
Admiral Cotton
Washington
Leishman Fan
State Department
Constantinople
Tirkiah
Uninel Stais
Beruit
United States
Tiatae Fry
Washington Goverment
Slatin
Constantiongte
Earlies
Sofia
Bolewela
Turkey
Macedonia
Porte
Earelian
Murder Envelopes Haunt Warrenton Tragedy Still Unsolved
In Warrenton Missouri the Sunday night murder of Henry W Yeater and his wife at their home seven miles north remains a mystery. An adopted son Witth Chireb is suspected in a garbled note pleading for reports. The couple were found in a bloodstained bedroom with wounds indicating a brutal assault. A long investigation cites likely involvement by family and neighbors, but no decisive clues have emerged. Sheriff Poizner and others pursue leads as the governor’s office coordinates to close the case.
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Warrenton
Henry W Yeater
Here
Witth’ Chireb
Veaters
HW. Yeater
Mr. Yeater
Shroal
Ian
Mira
Warren
Alelor
David
Lerma
Reliance Wins Final America’s Cup Race in Dense Fog
The Reliance, defending the American Cup, finished the third race alone in thick fog at 6 40.08 to claim the series. Shamrock II and other boats faltered as the fleet watched the victorious yacht’s ensign wave amid cheers.
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New York
Reliance
Thuesday
Thorman Lipton
Twa
Two Sulidingn Wrecked by Dynamite
Explosion at a landware store in Ton kaws Okie blew up by a projection of dynamite Tuesday morning. Several people injured and furnishings damaged including a batholine and tiles. a wife and others were reported harmed as the building and adjacent structures sustained heavy destruction. The incident caused brickwork and grid damage, with the collapse described as extensive.
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Ohta
Pottintherwer
Tonkaws Okie
Sullivan Denied Stay of Judgment in Local County Case
The report notes Sullivan, a State Senator from the county, was denied a stay of judgment. Details mention arrest motive, a bond set at $100, and an appeal filed with a request for excep tions. The court order cites a $750 to $1,000 bond range and implied costs.
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Wiliam Sullivan
Sullivan
Bea
Jin Arta
Sreelt
Judea HC
Niet
Stockmen Organize Independent Packing Company
Kinane Chy Tac Sie and other men from diverse towns met at the Misia Hotel to organize a packing company. They plan to compete with alleged Packers' Trails, naming the new venture Independent Packing. Capital stock of 5 000 to 450? reportedly authorized, with officers to be chosen later.
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Kinane
Misia
Thikety
Paching Company
T'rias
Tader Pie Tae
Axton
Total
Fupifatien
Hell
Cmp
Alockimon
Perryvilly Election Proves Narrow Victory Yes Vote
In Perry county the election Tuesday favored bulk approval of a 4000 courthouse project by 39 votes over the required two thirds majority, confirming the measure despite tight margins. The result sets the stage for courthouse construction funding and related civic implications.
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Perryvilly
Hie
Peres
New York Race Ends In Windless America's Cup Setback
The attempt to sell the third and likely final race of the America's Cup series failed Tuesday as insufficient wind kept yachts from crossing the Wie, leaving the event in doubt and unfinished.
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New York
Wie
Witte Named to Empire Council Post in St Petersburg
In St Petersburg M Witte recently named president of the Council of Ministers has been appointed a member of the Imperial Council. The announcement places Witte among the senior officials of the Russian government amid ongoing reforms.
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St. Petersburg
M. Witte
Council of
Miniatera
Cornell of the Empire
Taylorville couple announces July 1 wedding in Lafayette
Miss Ethel Maxwell of Milleraville and Mr. Stephen Ryan signed 200 invitations to reveal they wed on July 1 in Lafayette. The couple chose a public announcement to share the marriage with friends and guests who gathered for the event.
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Taylorville
Ethel Maxwell
Stephen Ryan
Milléraville
Lafayette
Maryland Governor offers reward for three murderers
Jefferson City Maryland Governor Dockery Wednesday issued a proclamation offering a reward of 100 for the arrest and conviction of three known murderers who killed Mr and Mrs Henry Yeates in Warren County recently. The reward is valid for one year.
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Jefferson City
Dockery
Mra
Henry Yeates
Warren County
Valley Planing Mill and Yard Burned in Hot Springs
A fire destroyed the Valley planing mill and yard in Hot Springs Arkansas early Tuesday at about eight o'clock. The blaze caused estimated losses near $1,000 with no insurance reported.
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Ari
Milla
Yarda
Iusu
Breas dent Callahan Plots Walkout of Chicago Restaurants
An attempt by Breas dent Callahan to organize an international alliance of hotel and restaurant workers to stage a walkout in Chicago restaurants largely failed. A small number of workers departed their posts, but most stayed at work.
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Chicago
Breasdent Callahan
Walters
Governor appoints Nelson as Coal Oil Inspector
Jefferson City Missouri Governor Dockery named Thomas A. Nelson of Lewis County to serve as Canton Coal Oil Inspector for a two year term. Nelson takes over duties promptly, with duties including supervision of coal oil operations and enforcement of relevant regulations.
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Jefferson City
Dockery
Thomas A. Nelson
Lewis County
Coal Oi
Canton
Nimrod Nooe Wedding Anniversary Celebration
Mr and Mrs Nimrod Nooe of Mattoon Alabama celebrated their wedding anniversary on Tuesday with a family reunion including their children grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Venezuela tensions and juror challenges in trial and political shifts
Fragmented report describes a trial with vigorous juror examination and earlier political upheaval, noting officials and a sheriff, plus a violent tone toward foreigners amid Venezuelan authorities, while unrelated items mention postponed public speaking dates by William J. Bryan and shifting schedules with Ohio and Mayor Johnson.
Army of the Cumberland to meet in Washington for Sherman statue event
The Society of the Army of the Cumberland informs members that the next reunion will be in Washington on October 4 to participate in the dedication ceremony of the Sherman statue. Headquarters will be at the Shaverham Hotel with a social gathering planned Wednesday evening October.
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Wastin
Bowmton
Society of the Army of the Cumbarton
Moen
Washington
General Sherman
Shavehamn
Sherman
Great Army
Bridge dispute ends with force at Marietta crossing
In Marietta Ohio a clash over a river bridge turned violent at 6 am Monday when American Bridge Company workers refused to hand the Onished bridge to the Ohio River and Ferry Company. Police and federal marshal aided by electric cars pushed guards aside and continued service, with United States mail cars running across.
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Marietta
Ohio
American Brilao Company
Ohio River and Ferry Company
United States Mareral
United States
Missouri train crash injures three near McBain
A Missouri Kansas and Texas freight and a stock train collided head on Thursday at McBain on the St Louis division. Injured are J A Waller Wichita Falls Texas with leg and ankle injuries, D G Avia Wichita Falls Texas with leg and thigh injuries, and a Turkeyville fireman with back injury and internal injuries. All were taken to the company hospital.
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Sudalis
Navy official splits over when war with Spain ended
Acting Secretary of the Navy Darling endorsed a JAG opinion by Solicitor Hanna stating that the Spanish American War ended with the signing of the peace treaty on December 10 1898 even though ratifications were not exchanged until September 11 1899. The ruling conflicts with War Department conclusion that the war closed only after ratifications.
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Washington
Darling Box
Solicitor Hanna
Judge Advocate General's Office
War Department
The Sunday School Review on Davids Preparatory Years
A summary of Davids thirty year preparation before his rule, noting education, training, and divine selection. The piece traces early life, schooling, and moral formation, highlighting how preparation shaped his leadership and faith. It emphasizes unity and virtuous lineage guiding the future king.
Truth the One Thing Spurgeon Sermon Admonition
A Spurgeon quotation argues that hearing multiple preachers cannot feed the soul and that truth must be personally held. It warns that mere tabloid-like stimuli fail to satisfy hunger for spiritual guidance and urges direct path to salvation.
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H. Spurgeon
Common Language Bridges Hindu and New Zealander
A Hindoo and a New Zealander, once unable to converse, found communion in shared Christian terms. They pointed to Bibles, smiled, and shook hands, then the Hindoo exclaimed hallelujah and the New Zealander answered amen. Those words, not their native tongues, became the start of a new bond in Christian friendship.
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Army of the Cumberland Reunion
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