Defense defense blames confessors in McNamara case
In a tentative defense outline dated April 29, the McNamaras’ lawyers argue the Times was destroyed by a gas accident and that McManigal, a Burns detective, manipulated James McNamara into hatred of the National Erectors’ Association and induced him to buy dynamite and clockwork to misdirect suspicion. They claim McManigal and not McNamara placed the bombs, with Burns awaiting Burns and Darrow to decide the case amid labor leaders and evidence discussions. Detective Burne said McManigal confessed April 15 in Chicago without immunity, insisting the confession was voluntary and fully aware of penalties.
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Orators and Story Telling Contests Tonight in La Grande
Delegates from many Eastern Oregon towns gather in La Grande for the Mutual Improvement association event. Contestants from the L D 8 church district will present eight minute talks and stories as part of the year’s final activities.
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Oregon
la Grande
Mutual Improvement Association of the
Maderos' Ruling Mentioned as Peace Effort Highlight
A fragment notes Madero’s influence and a ruling described as wonderful, tied to peace efforts amid a failing governance moment. Readers see the potential for stability through the referenced decision and its implications for public order.
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Madero
Peace Negotiations Move Toward Final Conference in El Paso
El Paso slated as meeting place for peace talks with Judge Francis Carbajal named government peace commissioner. Negotiations to begin Tuesday or Wednesday in a clay adobe hut near Sierra Madre foothills by Madero’s camp, with possible rebel representation by Sencer and Gomes yet to be confirmed.
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Francis Carbajal
Mexican Supreme Court
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Gomes
Ase Sencer
New Board Elected And Exposition Arrangements Discussed
A group of about 45 business leaders and farmers from La Grande and Union County met at Foley grill to discuss the county fair. A. Geddes acted as toastmaster and opened with remarks on the meeting’s purpose and fair benefits. J. F. Holmes recalled past fairs and endorsed current preparations. F. S. Bramwell spoke on fair benefits and highlighted his ideas for the event.
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Mac Wood
Association
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J. BE
Reynolds R. W. Logan
J. H. Peare
A. L. Richardson
George Currey
C. J. Black
F. J. Holmes
Postal Bank to Extend Savings System to Larger Cities
Washington officials announced that the postal savings bank has performed well and will be rapidly extended from existing offices to larger cities.
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Postal Savings Bank
French Troops Fall to Tribesmen in Fez Mission
Reported clashes near Fez as French troops retreated after an attack by local tribesmen. The dispatch notes a French expeditionary unit was struck during a march to aid foreigners and sustained casualties.
Holy War Threatened in Morocco Over Troop Deployments
Rebels warn of a holy war if more French troops enter Morocco. A dispatch says Colonel Bremond’s relief expedition reached Fez, and foreigners may be safe there. The message, from bandit leader Rasenall, vows extermination of foreigners if troop arrivals continue.
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Navy gunboat Willington sails to Canton to aid Americans
The Navy Department reports the gunboat Willington has departed Hong Kong for Canton to protect Americans and their interests amid the Chinese rebel outbreak.
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Navy Department
Willington
Hong Kong
Canton
William Cobb Selected as Assistant Attorney General
William Cobb of San Francisco, partner of Francis Henery, will be appointed assistant attorney general and assigned to the interior department to succeed Lawler of Los Angeles. Lawler was attacked alongside Ballinger and was a close ally of Ballinger. The change was announced today.
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William Cobb
San Francisco
Francis Henery
United States
Department of the Interior
Lawler
Los Angeles
Ballinger
Twenty Five Teachers Die in Railroad Wreck
Philadelphia dispatch reports a special Pennsylvania Railroad express carrying 169 teachers from Syracuse and Utica to Philadelphia derailed at Martin's Creek New Jersey. Wires were down with fires. an emergency medical convoy was rushing to the scene. Officials later confirmed at least 25 dead and around 50 injured.
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Utica
Baker fans to escort team to La Grande game
A large Baker crowd plans to travel to La Grande for a 2:45 game with a special train and autos gathering at 2:10. Fans expect a big turnout despite a prior loss, with Buchanan arriving from Montana tonight and La Grande field near capacity to host the visitors.
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Montana
Gompers to Investigate McNamara History in Indianapolis
In response to union appeals, Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor will travel to Indianapolis to examine the history and actions of John McNamara.
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Washington
Gompers
American Nation of Labor
Indianapolis
John McNamara
Local Fruitmen Bet Market Agency Change
Local fruitmen report a change in market agency handling La Grande Fruye. Officials and organizers discuss new arrangements and expected impacts on sales and distribution in the region.
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Local Fruitmen Bet Market Agency
La Grande Fruit Association Forms With Local Leaders
A La Grande fruit association formed last night to market orchard outputs through the Northwestern Fruit Exchange at Portland. C H Conkey serves as president with F H Tatman vice president and L B Moe secretary. directors include B Stoodard and C. The union aims to channel Rogue River and local fruit via Fruitdale and May Park orchards, addressing shipping questions after harvest. Elections are forthcoming.
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Northwestern Fruit Exchange
Portland
Imbler
Northwestern
J. Curtis Robinson
Exchange
C. H. Conekey
F. H Tatman
L. B. Moe
B. Stoodard
Dante
Rogue River
Portland Mayor Faces Probe as Police Officials Under Graft Inquiry
Rumors say the grand jury probing vice conditions will indict two high police officials today in Portland. Detective Maher cited evidence that graft money was paid to police for protection of over 100 disorderly houses. The police chief was ordered to clean up the city amid public comment.
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