Slayer and victims repudiate confession
Johnstown Louisiana July 24 George Tompkins of Philadelphia who had confessed to killing I Humphries a prominent operator Mrs Humphries and 15 year old son renewed his confession according to Warden Knee of the jail Tompkins says Humphries killed his wife and son tried to kill Tompkins and then committed suicide and was killed by Tompkins after chasing Humphries across a cornfield
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Harper’s Magazine
Springfield trials set after judge disqualifies
Green County court proceedings in Springfield, Missouri, see Judge Archimson disqualify from presiding over cases against Taylor Adams and others charged with complicity in kidnapping schemes involving baby Lloyd, with next Monday set for actions and venue decisions. President issues five mile zone order tightening liquor rules near military camps. saloons within five miles barred.
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Another Name To Be Added To Journal World Staff
Neil Gaaner a former Journal-World pressroom employee has enlisted as a volunteer in Company EL There are likely many ex Journal-World workers who will be added to the list once called upon Publishers welcome the additions to the wrist list and urge readers to notify them of other enlisted men
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How the Kansas Supreme Court Works in a Case
Topeka reports detail an opinion titled No. 20 890 John L Cook vs The Leavenworth Terminal Railway and Bridge Co. The piece explains the court’s process from case assignment by the chief justice through writing, revisions by the full bench, and dissent possibilities. It also notes rehearing denial and stresses collective court authorship over a single writer.
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Examination of Applicants in Kansas for Officers Training Camp
Examinations for the second series of officers training camps begin in Topeka and at other cities, with Kansas men to be selected for the camp at Fort Snelling, Minnesota. The work will last about a week across the state.
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Missouri Fills Army Quota in Regular Force
Missouri is now counted among states with full regular army quotas. The daily recruiting shows 6 620 filled against a 6 686 quota. Since April 1 total acceptances reach 15 537. Enlistments on Saturday and Sunday total 1 230. A separate dispatch reports the Naanes uprising in Petrograd is quelled and regiments are disarmed and disbanded.
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Not Eligible After Draft Postings for Voluntary Enlistment
Washington July 24 Registrants under the selective draft law are not eligible for voluntary enlistment in the regular army or the national guard after their names have been posted by local exemption boards for examination Provost Major General Crowder announced today.
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Siam Declares War on Germany and Austria
Official telegram to the state department states Siam has declared war against Germany and Austria as of 6 o clock July 22. The message notes internment of German and Austrian subjects and guards placed at the Woodlawn park.
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Woodlawn Park
Hooks Without Holes for Secure Closets
Instructions describe a simple device using a wire and clothespin to create a hanging system in apartments or furnished rooms. Attach one end of a leavy wire to a closet hook, thread the other through a clothespin spring, wind around hooks, placing a clothespin between each pair. It offers an inexpensive, removable method to hold skirts or waists.
Fate and effort in a moral exchange
An Exchange column quotes a reflective view on fate, arguing it betrays those who rely on it while aiding those who act on their desires. It praises self effort and warns against passive trust, noting fate rewards the worker who rows as he prays and mocks the non-striver.
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Lueck
Window Sills and Makeshift Window Seats
A jute in a window without a sill can be transformed into an attractive feature by adding a covered box that forms a window seat. A front-hinged cover allows storage inside, but in small rooms the nook wastes space, making the idea less feasible.
Art of Hanging Pictures in Home Decor
The guide explains hanging pictures with a wide base, a large centerpiece above, and a higher apex. It advises placing the best pictures over the fireplace and suggests using a sofa, bookcase, or large table as the base for balance and architectural harmony.
Truth Survives Quote by Lester F. Ward
A concise quotation by Lester F Ward on the enduring nature of truth. It asserts that truth remains valid regardless of its source or authority and will be recognized globally despite opposition or doubt. The speaker notes truth can originate from humble places and will eventually be accepted.
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Nazareth
Latin Quarter
Lester F. Ward
Must Be Dogwood Bark Type Identified as Insect Resistant
A local horticulture note identifies the dogwood variety as the bark insect resistant option. It highlights Barkwort Dogwood as a preferred cultivar for gardens and urban plantings, noting its resilience and appeal for landscapes.
Daylight at Night Portable Edison Searchlight Introduced
Edison unveils a portable searchlight on cart wheels designed to illuminate building sides over 200 feet away. A battery box hangs from the axle for ready use, delivering glare comparable to noon daylight at night.
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Woman Awakens From 17 Year Sleep in Brussels
A Brussels woman awoke from a long nap after 17 years of sleep. She recalled events from before the slumber in detail and remained in good health. The incident followed three fires that reportedly triggered the bells ringing, waking her from the extraordinary rest.
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Brussels
A Canary's Ears and Hearing in Birds
A canary’s ears lie behind and slightly below the eyes with no visible outer ear. A small feather covered opening acts as the ear, while birds retain a fleshy flap that helps them filter sounds, explaining their acute hearing despite lacking external ears.
New Trees for Old Grafts Save Pear Trees
A skilled tree surgeon saved valuable pear trees by grafting healthy young suckers to their trunks. The grafted roots are planted around the diseased trees, while the upper ends are joined into the trunks to restore vigor.
A Grievous Error in a Household Card Scene
A wife entering recom wringing her hands proclaims she has erred but that the fault lies with not turning on the light. The husband asks if she took poison. she corrects that she placed a stoup on a postcard, avoiding any fatal act.
Hunger sensation as evidence of immediate need for food
The text notes hunger sensations may not indicate immediate food scarcity. It cites Ireland’s use of large rations of plain food to deliver greater nutrition in smaller amounts, and compares to Bavarian peasants on bread diets when meat is scarce, illustrating varied feeding patterns.
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Timeless Advice on Fertile Land and Transport
The ancient agrarian counsel from Cato emphasizes fertile soil, ample labor, ample distance from a large town, and strong transport links by water or land. Though two millennia old, the guidance remains relevant for agricultural planning and regional development.
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Mine Echoes Voice 16 Times in Transylvania
A fragment recalls sub games in Transylvania and a Joseph gallery at Perde. National Geographic Magazine notes a vast annual sale and a lone amateur’s echo in the gallery.
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Muarosalvar
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Indians Meet Lawrence All-Stars Tomorrow Night
A baseball game between the Haskell Braves and Lawrence all-stars is set for tomorrow night at 6 o clock. An argument from last Thursday between the two groups will be reopened for further consideration.
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All-Stars
For Sale onions and supplies in bargain offer
Odd fragment listing salvaged sale items including onions, bushel, and a bargain note. Mentions two places at Henry Boy vel and Pipiate tie with garbled names suggesting a local market ad. Contains numerous unreadable words and stray letters.
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