Defense alleges third party tampering with Browne veniremen
Judge Kersten dismissed a panel of 75 veniremen in Browne's retrial after uncovering widespread speculation that a third party influenced jurors. State's Attorney Wayman claimed a detective could prove that Browne’s defense pursued every prospective juror, while Browne's counsel denied federal or party interference and urged court inquiry into the matter.
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Electric accident at Fourth and High streets causes extensive damage
A trolley car dragged onto a high electrical line at Fourth and High streets, melting a messenger cable and igniting sparks. The 5500 volt display damaged Central Union cables, burned lead piping and disrupted city lines while crews worked to separate the car and restore service.
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Attempted murder of banker Philip Rock in Indiana
In Bedford Indiana on August 16 two men shot banker and quarry owner Philip Rock near Oolitic. Both arms were torn off. The attackers left $2,000 in currency but fled after the assault. Rock dragged to a house. bloodhounds lost the trail at Salt Creek. Motive believed revenge. Rock previously faced charges over a mob attack during quarry labour troubles. Rock likely to recover.
Trolley Pole Shorts Bell Office Power Line
A trolley pole contacts energized street power line delivering 550 volts to the Bell office. No injuries reported though workers evacuated as a precaution. Electric service operations were interrupted briefly while crews isolated the line.
Mixed results from primaries in Nebraska district races
Omaha, Aug. 16. At midnight it appeared Judge A. L. Sutton, a progressive, had been nominated by Republicans for congress in the Second District. Returns from the primaries across the state were coming in slowly as Lincoln reported party affiliations.
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Lost woman reunites with relatives at Wabash station
Mrs. DeHart of Lafay ette, nearly seventy, wandered seeking kin from a Byrum Cline reunion party. She missed connections on the Wabash train and, after a police aid search, spotted Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cline of Terre Haute and was relieved. The reunion party gathers at Dr. C. M. Burge’s home in Third street for today’s event.
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Walton doctor and postmaster fast to cure rheumatism
Dr. Carpenter of Walton and Robert Hoffman, the town postmaster, have not eaten for six days in a personal fasting experiment. They report only hunger so far, as they abstain from meals to test rheumatic relief while family meals tempt with abundant food. Both men weigh over two hundred pounds and expect only minor weight loss.
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Heltang challenges Shumaker to debate prohibition question
Evansville Indiana August 16 Rev W C Helt national secretary of the new National Reform League predicts a repeat of Newark Ohio riots in Indiana as anti saloon league forces push statewide prohibition Helt founder of the Indiana anti saloon league offers joint debate with Rev B E Shumaker urging the discussion on whether statewide prohibition is impracticable in cities A debate could take place any evening between September 21 and 30 in Evansville Indiana
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Deserter allegations implicate Rev W C Helt in liquor probe
Indianapolis August 1916 report states detectives investigated Rev W C Helt of Ev yerone Ss Shumatier and found a decoy letter arranging a paid speech in favor of licensed saloons. Arch er, a former minister and real estate man, acted as intermediary. discussions and a proposed payment were discussed for a speaking engagement.
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Mayor Improves After Wounding Near Recovery
New York August 16 Mayor Gaynor shows progress toward recovery from the wound inflicted a week ago tonight. He slept quietly tonight as Mrs. Gaynor spent most of the day at his bedside. Medical officials reported no change in his condition and doctors expect continued observation.
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Mayor Faces Night Guard Gap in Columbus Transit
In Columbus Ohio on August 16 Mayor Marshall refused to assume night policing duties as police guards withdrew from street cars. State troops were asked to guard the cars but held in reserve and not to patrol streets. General Manager Stewart rejected the mayor's demand for car withdrawal. The state refused to assume full responsibility, maintaining troops ready to respond while not patrolling.
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Sheriff and posse flee from Pullman car siege
In Hinton West Virginia on August 16 a mob of more than 1000 armed men gathered to seize a prisoner they believed to be the man who killed Mrs Lottie Ailess of Quinnemont. Officers guarding the suspect escaped from a Pullman car after hours of stalemate as militia units were sent for and the mob roamed the countryside. The prisoner was a railroad detective's arrest earlier that day.
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State committee picks Vi Dent Sherman as temporary chair
A state committee vote by 20 to 15 selects Vi Dent Sherman for the temporary chairmanship of the convention. Sherman will lead the body as it sets procedures and timelines for the forthcoming activities.
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Roosevelt’s Fight over New York Gubernatorial Nomination
A chaotic New York Republican State Committee session centers on Col Roosevelt’s temporary chairmanship bid, with disputes over the party’s choice for keynote and leadership. The split between Roosevelt forces and anti Roosevelt factions raises questions about primaries and the convention’s direction.
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