Separate trial granted in Hall conspiracy case shocks Portland
In Portland on January 15 the court moved to separate trials for John H. Hall and codefendants in the conspiracy to defraud the government. Henry Heney, the special prosecutor, said others would be excused for now while Hall faces trial with Brant Halls associates. The decision fuels rumors that key evidence was lost and that confessions may influence Hall’s case.
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Portland
John H. Hall
Franklin P. Mays
FE. P. Mays
W. Www
Steler
C. B. Zachary
H. H. Hemricks
Public Ady Wien Pianela J. Tieuey
Brant Halls
de. Mendonta
Degre
Hall
Bawin P. Mays
Stele
Heney
Henry
T. C. Becker
Aotive Pitt
Editorial Association opposes Jodge Hanna ruling in Patonul case
The state Editorial association denounced Judge Hanna of Douglas county for a ruling in the Patonul case. The local group passed a resolution last night criticizing the decision and urging review or reversal.
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Jodge Hanna
Patonul
Pérrand
Ore
Jon
State Editorial Association
Hanni
Douglas County
Trial of Editor Putman in libel suit to be taken up
The trial of Editor George Putman in a libel suit brought by District Attorney Reams will likely be discussed at the State Editorial association meeting next Friday. The case stems from Putman’s criticism of the district attorney and the grand jury. In Cripple Creek Colorado a deep drainage tunnel bid was opened. The successful bidder must complete the contract by January 1, 1911. The tunnel will be 7 by 10 feet or 8 foot circular bore, about 15 600 feet long with 1 200 feet already completed.
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George Putman
Reams
Putman
State Editorial Association
Cripple Creek
Col
Indiana Lumber Dealers Meet
Indianapolis
Ind
Retail Lumber Dealer Association of Indiana
Indiana Hardware Lumbermen's Association
Central Association of Laumber
Trealec
Venton
Thaw Trial Hearings On Mental State Of Aunt
Dr. Horatius Wowil of Philadelphia testified he examined Harriet A. Thaw aunt of the prisoner and found her sane or insane as the case developed the defense and prosecution clashed over expert qualification and admission of the testimony in the Harry K. Thaw trial in New York.
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New York
Horatius Wowil
Philadelphia
Harry K. Thaw
Harriet A. Thaw
Mise Thaw
Rome
Littleton
Christopher Daggin
Bourne Denies Political Debt in Appointment Statement
Senator Jonathan Bourne today issued a statement defending the Schuebel appointment as district attorney to succeed Bristol. He says the decision rests on personal honesty and legal ability, not political debts, and cites support from judges and the president’s goals for state law reform. In Milwaukee, a separate report notes a boxing match between Freddie Welch and Charley Neary set for 19 rounds under the Milwaukee Boxing Club.
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Schuebel
Bristol
Roosevelt
Gow
Portland
Jonathan Hourne
United States
Oregon
Behnebel
U'Ren
Milwaukee
Wie
Freddie Welch
Charley Neary
Milwaukes
Milwaukee Boxing Club
Welch
Neary
Governor Favors Editor In Peculiar Medford Verdict
Governor George E Chamberlain supports Medford editor Putman amid a disputed grand jury indictment over a mayoral murder case. The case stems from editorials criticizing a grand jury and rail depot issues, with Putman saying he won’t accept remission and trusts higher court justice.
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Saieem
Ore
George E. Chimberlain
Poundmaster Harding Joins City Police Force in La Grande
The Poundmaster Bud Harding will be mustered into the regular police force tonight in La Grande. He will serve as caretaker of the pound and a regular officer, with no extra city expense since salary from the pound will cover police duties. The police committee reports four officers after the move, with $512.50 in fines collected last month and $923.70 for December.
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City Recorder's Office
la Grande
Bud Harding
Pound
Hoardinge Toe
Elty
Elty Commell Haw
Mr. Harding
Woolgrowers Convention Hits Second Day in Helena
Increased attendance marks day two of the National Woolgrowers 44th annual convention in Helena Montana Visitors arrive from afar to take part in the erosion. Nationally famed speakers are due to address the gathering today with strong interest in the midwinter sheep show organized by Montana wool growers featuring thoroughbred livestock.
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Woolgrowers
Helena
Mont
Montana Woolgrowers
Texas Nut Growers and Horticultural Society Open Joint Meeting
Stock from all regions enters displays as Texas hosts a three day joint meeting in Abilene. A beautiful silver trophy plus $1000 in prizes will be awarded for the best exhibit. Officials note Texas now ranks high in nut production, especially pecans, with the industry expanding rapidly.
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National Association For
Abliene
Texas
Texas Nut Growers’ Asociation
Texas Horticultural Society
The
Nut
Ghastly theater fire death toll tops estimates in Boyerstown
In Boyerstown PA on January 15 coroner officials reported 168 identified victims from Monday night theater blaze with 16 percent recovered and many unrecognizable. The coroner expects the final death list to reach 175 to 200 with burial within three days regardless of identification.
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Boyerstown
Delog
Kohler
Cortelyou Not Resigned Amid Treasury Controversy
Washington January 15 The secretary of the treasury reportedly resigns but officials say no resignation will take effect until after senate inquiries conclude. Cortelyou denies resignation and indicates he has no intention to leave office despite a disputedpanics era crisis and friction with President Roosevelt over policy and backing.
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Washington
Cortelyou
New York
Coretelyou
Knickerbocker Trust Company of
Roosevelt
Secretary of the Treasury
Tartax
Taft Plan of Compilen. Iamediiely Following This Break Cortelyou
Senate
Treasury
United Prom
Roosevelt letter stolen in Goldfield labor troubles dispute
A Roosevelt letter criticizing Governor Sparks over federal aid during the Goldfield labor troubles was stolen. The missive, read at the Nevada legislature session, caused concern for the governor and others in Carson City.
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Kteno
Nev
Nevada
Roosevelt
Sparks
Cicer
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