Bennett Cup Auto Race Begins at Ballyshannon
The fourth annual Bennett Cup race opened in Ballyshannon with 14 entrants led by S F Edge. The 868 mile course in County Kildare featured two loops and multiple laps as crews struggled with mechanical issues while U.S. drivers Winton Owen Stocks and Foxhall Keene competed against French and German entries. Edge led the early laps as Keene and De Caters pursued, Stocks retired after a wheel break, and Keene later retired with axle failure.
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Ballyshannon
James Gordon Bennett
English Automobile Club
S. F. Edge
F. Edge
R. D. Knyff
A. Winton
Baron de Caters
C. Jarrett
M. Farman
P. Owen
Foxhall Keene
J. W. Stocks
Gabriel
L. P. Moers
Genatzy
County Kildare
Ballyshannon Cross Roads
Dublin
Africa
Winton
Owen
Moers
Grand Stand
Jarrett
Stocks
Farman
Edge
Deknyff
Janetty
Ife
Athy
Carlow
Stradbally
Lloyd
Senator Alger's Brother in Detroit Semi Conscious
Charles Alger postmaster of Hannibal Missouri lies at his brother U S Senator Alger's Detroit residence in a semi conscious condition. Doctors cannot tell if heat effects or drugs from enemies caused his state. He reportedly aided by suppressing green goods activity in Missouri and may have been drugged by those men. He was robbed in Cleveland before falling ill and arriving in Detroit partially unconscious.
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Detroit
Mich
Charles Alger
Hannibal
U. S
Alger
Missouri
Green Goods Men
Cleveland
Came to Blows at New Jersey Summer Home
New York reports a violent clash between financier David Lamar and his coachman James McCann at Lamar’s Seabright New Jersey summer home. Lamar’s face was cut and swollen from McCann’s punches after Mrs. Lamar and a gardener helped capture their dog when it leaped from the trap. The two men later fought again at the stable.
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New York
David Lamar
Wall Street
James McCann
Seabright
N. J
Lamar
Fire destroys Silver City smelting plant in hearst estate loss
Silver City New Mexico July 2 the smelting plant of the Silver City Reduction Works company owned by the Hearst estate has been destroyed by fire. It is believed a locomotive spark started the blaze. The loss is estimated at 100000 while insurance coverage was only 15000.
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Silver City
N. M
Silver City Reduction Works Company
Hearst Estate
Builder Charles Hathaway Dies at 84 in Cleveland
Charles Hathaway a renowned street railroad builder aged 84 died in Cleveland. He was long associated with De Haas Robinson and his firm constructed over 130 street railways across the United States.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Charles Hathaway
Hathaway
de Haas Robison
United States
Kings Edward replies to Peter's accession
Belgrade notes the King of England sent a courteous response to King Peter upon his accession, expressing wishes for a prosperous reign and urging peace, order and justice. The message has brought great satisfaction locally.
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Belgrade
England
Peter
Edward
Japanese influence grows in China amid Russian hindrance claim
A Cologne Gazette despatch from St. Petersburg cites Russian sources in China stating that Japan is increasing sway with the Chinese government. The basis is Chinese belief that Russia aims to slow China's development, shaping Beijing's policy.
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Berlin
Cologne Gazette
St. Petersburg
China
Russia
Wanted attractive proposition for faithful men by a large corporation
Advertisement notes a monetary start and a sale mention by a company, with contact by Mr Woods and a price detail for an opportunity aimed at faithful men in a large corporation. It reads as a classified inspired pitch with a money offer and a call to respond.
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Woods
Collision at sea brings Rebecca Palmer to Vineyard Haven
The coal schooner Rebecca Palmer arrived at Vineyard Haven after a fog bound collision with the four masted Young Brothers off Montauk Point. The Palmer, built 1901 in Rockland, sustained minor damage and will be met by a Boston tug while the Young Brothers, built 1890 in Belfast, likely fared worse but remains steerable toward Washington.
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Vineyard Haven
Rebecca Palmer
Palmer
Young Brothers
Montauk Point
Allen
Newport News
Boston
Snow
Bath
Washington
Cape Cod
Rockland
Newport
R. I
Belfast
Women Strikers Given July 20 to Prove Respect for Court
Chicago July 2. For disobeying the injunction against interfering with Kellog Switchboard and Supply, Arthur A Hopkins Brass Molders union business agent served three months in county jail and Wm Lynch 30 days. John O'Brien and Thomas Queenan fined 100 dollars each. Eleven women strikers were given until July 20 to show they will avoid further violations. Lynch and Hopkins remained jailed after Judge Holdom refused an appeal.
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Chicago
Kellog Switchboard
Arthur A. Hopkins
Brass Molders Union
Wm. Lynch
John O’brien
Thomas Queenan
Lynch
Hopkins
Holdom
A Glove Day as Lowell Court Sees No Criminals
For the first time in many years Lowell’s daily police court had no cases. Judge Hadley, Deputy Welch, Clerk Savage and Probation Officer Slattery noted a lack of arrests and continuances. Court officers exchanged smiles over the quiet session and discussed the unusual absence of crime.
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Lowell
Hadley
Welch
Savage
Slattery
Goodwin
Bumps
Fire department urges precautions for Fourth of July safety
Fire officials announce routine precautions to prevent blazes this Fourth. Fire teams will inspect alleys and cellar windows in districts to ensure cleanliness and blocked sparks. They will notify tenants or owners of any hazards, urging proactive safety though not compulsory.
Lynchers Arrested On Murder Charge In Alabama
Scottsboro Alabama July 2 white men arrested in connection with the lynching of the negro Andrew Druggs. Among them is Albert Smith brother of the girl upon whom the negro attempted an assault. The men are charged with murder.
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Scottsboro
Ala
Andrew Druggs
Albert Smith
Normal Graduates Seek Entrance to Training School
Thirty young ladies mainly from Lowell Normal school sat for the entrance examinations at Colburn school this morning. The competitive tests require no fixed high rank to pass and the number admitted depends on the Training school's intake each season. The waiting list usually hovers near fifteen. Hammocks, top variety store in town, sells for 59 cents and up at Thompson Hardware Co.
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Lowell Normal School
Colburn School
Ask Your Doctor If It Isn’t A Clear Case For Ayer Sarsaparilla
A fragment advises readers to consult a physician if symptoms persist and suggests trying Ayer sarsaparilla as a remedy. The line echoes early 20th century health advertising urging medical advice and product use for unclear cases.
Fr Lamothe Buries Jos Lamothe's Victim
Solemn funeral service for Georgianna Gertrude Goddu, Lamothe’s victim, held at St. Jean Baptiste Church with a large crowd and full choir. The procession from Dr. Henette’s home to St. Joseph’s cemetery included five carriages as mourners filled the church steps and streets. Fr. Leon Lamothe led the high mass with deacon Fr. Fournier and sub deacon Fr. Brullard, while Miss Alma Alexander played the organ and a choir of about 75 sang Perreault’s mass of the dead and related pieces. Extensive attendance from Winchester, Cambridge, Lowell, and nearby towns reflected the deceased’s wide connections and the family’s esteem. The cortege paused for committal prayers at the grave, as floral tributes arrived from many cities. A surviving witness recounts alleged conduct by Fr. Lamothe involving Miss Lassard and the Goddu family, with details continuing on page ten.
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Georgianna Gertrude Goddu
Lamothe
St. Joseph’s Cemetery
St. Jean Baptiste’s Church
Dr. Henette
James’ Street
General Grant
Alma Alexander
John B. Goddu
Alexina
Leon Lamothe
O. M
Goddu
J. A. Fournier
Brullard
Caisse
Perreault
Marie Anne Caisse
Rosewig
Scituate
John Newman
Winchester
Emile LaCroix
Englewood Cliffs
N. J
Sambridge
Wm. Stewart
Somerville
John McDonald
McDonald
Quincy
Geo. Goddu
Lane
Chas
Grossman
Cambridge
Mamie Langan
Jessie Abercrombie
Boston
Gloag
South
McKay Shops
John B. Goddy
Mamie Lanan
Fr. Fournier
Archambeault
Joseph Lamothe
Mr. Lamothe
Miss Lassard
Georgie
Georgianna
Globe Letter Reveals Lamothe Tragedy Details
The Boston Globe publishes Lamothe’s letter explaining the circumstances of a Sunday tragedy. He denies shooting Miss Goddu, claiming she shot herself, and describes a rocky engagement with Miss Alexina Goddu.
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Emerald Isle
Miles
Kaiser
Win
France
Germany
Keene
Senator Alger
Coachman
Willie EB. Adams
Socre Y
Merrimack Street
Central Block
Mae Stevens
Gale At
Steinert’s
A.B. Cummins
Cummins
Iowa
Fire Department
Thompson Hardware Co
Ayer
FR. Lamothe
Jos. Lamothe
Georgianna Godda
Roses
Mrs
the Globe
Boston Globe
Globe
Alexina Goddu
Courier-Citizen
Courier- Citizen
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