Dry Counties Aim to Ban Shipping Liquor Across Boundaries
The Anti-Saloon League plans to push a state law to stop liquor shipments from wet to dry counties as a solution to leaks in enforcement. It notes widespread cross county alcohol delivery by mail and at homes, and seeks to amend local option laws while eyeing a federal measure.
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Bees Swarm at Richmond Station Stings Passengers
A hive of bees swarmed a passenger coach at the Pennsylvanian railway station in Richmond Indiana this morning. The swarm filled the east end of the station and stung several passengers though none were seriously hurt. The station cleared within minutes.
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Richmond
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Pennsylvania
International trade talks under Dingley law noted
A clipped report notes reciprocal commercial arrangements involving Switzerland and Bulgaria with France, referenced as under the Dingley tariff law, signaling ongoing negotiation dynamics.
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Washington
Switzerland
Bulgary
France
Dingley
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Meanest man on earth steals drowned swimmer's clothes
Great Barrington Mass August 10 An alleged meanest man on earth took clothing from the drowned David Faye Whitcomb at Brookside Pond then moved the dead man's effects to Frank Elaner's home before a circus troupe member took them away The theft included about 250 dollars of jewelry but only a pair of trousers that were recovered. The thief escaped.
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Great Barrington
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Brookside
Pond
Frank Elaner
Jewerry
Broker Stole Securities In $40,000 Kashe, AP Reports
Donald J. Persch, a broker, is held on $50,000 bail for larceny of $40,000 profit from selling 15,600 Ohio Copper Common and 4,600 Davis-Daly shares. The securities, placed with Windsor Trust Company as security for a $50,000 loan by agent F. Augustus Heinze, were misappropriated.
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Windsor Trust Company
New Witness Found in Sutton Death Probe
Boston man will testify that Lieutenant Sutton was shot to death as he ran away. Associated Press report from Annapolis notes a witness, Lieutenant Adams, pantomimed the shooting to suggest the bullet entered Sutton’s head at a different point than surgeons indicated. The room scene showed the bullet’s downward and backward path and exit from the forehead.
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Testimony dispute in Sutton death case from Wakefield guard
Boston reports an interview with Sergeant Arthur Todd who shadowed Sutton’s shooting. Todd claims he would testify against Sutton’s colleagues if called. He recounts seeing Adams and Osterman near the guard, a running man warned to stop, a gunshot, and Sutton’s death.
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Discovery of oil in Boone county faces slim odds
Prospects for oil in Boone township look poor after another dry hole. Indiana and Illinois Gas Co on Jones farm yielded mainly salt water with a brief oil show at 40 feet. Ohio Oil Co on Feltis farm will be abandoned after continued pumping. A farmer driven company may test new wells if oil is to be found.
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45 Years in Gab Never Had an Accident
Elgin Illinois August 10 James Voorhies Wilson veteran railroad master mechanic of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul system died here at seventy three after fifty five years continuous service and more than two million miles in the throttle. Born in Glencoe New York he moved west as a lad and began work on the Milwaukee road at Madison. Seventeen years ago he was appointed master mechanic with headquarters in Chicago.
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N. Y
Milwaukee Road
Madison
Rockefeller criticized for oil price versus water value
Spokane report notes W. J. McGee of the Inland Water Ways commission praising D Rockefeller for philanthropy while questioning oil costs compared to water. McGee remarks water is vital yet Rockefeller sells oil cheaper per gallon than spring water, highlighting the contrast in value to the human race.
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Fought For Her Honor Evidence Points To Desperate Struggle
Rochester inquest opens into Anna Schumacher murder found in Holy Sepulchre cemetery after two days of searching. Autopsy indicates criminal assault as motive. victim fought her assailant until strangled. Mother suspects cemetery employees, citing recent stakings of girls by men at the burial ground.
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Balloon voyage over the Alps reaches near Locarno
Aeronauts aboard the Sirius successfully crossed the Alps after leaving Chamonix, landing near Locarno at about 5 400 feet. The ascent topped 5 600 meters and the party faces a dangerous trek to Locarno. Historic balloon feats over state heights and records are noted, including Coxwell Glashier and Tissandier achievements.
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Senator Takes Up Fight for Barred Chinamen
Philadelphia senator Ernest I. Tustin presses for the admission of Harry Lee Sing, a Philadelphia Chinaman, and his bride held by U S authorities in Malone New York. He threatens to seek habeas corpus to bring Sing into the country if results are unsatisfactory. Sing is described as an American citizen and voter in Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia
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Harry Lee Sing
Chinaman
United States
Malone
N. Y
Secretary of Commerce and Labor
Harry Lee
Wright off to Europe for Germany flights demonstrations
Orville Wright sailed on the Kronprinzessin Cecilie with sister Katherine to tour England briefly before German demonstrations. He cited plans to fulfill last winter's accord with a German aviation company and recalled a Fort Myer speed record of 42.5 mph, noting no foreign rival has surpassed 38 mph on a marked course.
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New York
Germany
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England
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Fort Myer
Pensions Prevent Railroad Strike
Associated Press reports that pension measures are seen as averting a rail workers strike, outlining proposals affecting retirement benefits and labor peace.
Bank embezzlement case shocks Indiana city
Disputed shortage of about 150000 dollars in a bank funds leads to the arrest of assistant cashier Noah Marker on a 50000 dollar embezzlement charge. He faces a federal grand jury in Indianapolis this November as his brother William Marker resigns as cashier. Directors seek time to decide if a receiver will be appointed and the bank reopened.
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Indianapolis
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Big Parade for Gompers
A large public parade honors Samuel Gompers as labor leader activities are noted by Associated Press. The event is described in August coverage with emphasis on national labor movements and public reaction.
Wabash Factory Buildings Damaged by Fire
A fire at a Wabash factory damaged the main shop and destroyed desks and manufacturing equipment. The blaze affected the town’s major industry hub, with substantial loss to production and nearby warehouses. Fire crews responded quickly but could not prevent extensive damage to about two acres of industrial space. The incident prompted inspections and investigations into structural safety and insurance implications.
Fowler Exposes Cannon Fight Delayed in New York
Special to The Tribune reports in Ny that Fowler plans a public exposure or speech within a day or two. He refused to clarify his purpose and indicated no intent to reveal injustice, as crepes sentative fragments suggest.
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