Jury Finds Wright Guilty in Child Assault Case
The article describes eight year old Viola Travers assaulted by Charles Wright in a shed behind a building. Travers fought him off and Wright was found guilty after a multi day trial. Judge Jones released Wright on probation without serving time, provoking outrage and claims of political influence. The Morgan County State's Attorney denied any involvement.
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Viola Travers
Charles Wright
Wright
Travers
W Wright
Morgan County
Jones
Jacksonville
Cution
Judge Jones
Question on Governor Candidate Over Sanctity of Children
A reader challenges support for a governor candidate, asking if a man with such regard for the sanctity of little children would be suitable for the role. The remark frames perceived moral standards as a political issue.
Must Not Talk at Table The Parsees Re forbidden to talk
A historical note reports Parsees forbidden to speak during meals citing etiquette and social customs. The record emphasizes restraint at dining and adherence to tradition as part of communal conduct.
Buxbaum Announces Candidacy for Clark County State's Attorney
H J Buxbaum Democrat and former mayor of Martinsville declares for State's Attorney in Clark County I was party choice for County Judge in 1906 and won in April Primaries I pledge enforcement of Prohibition law but oppose unlawful methods and crave fair law administration He contrasts his record with opponent J W Ennis and criticizes prior prosecutions and grand jury costs.
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Clark County
Martinsville
Snavely
J. W. Ennis
Connelly
Harry Janney
Board of Supervisors
Paris
Illinois
Fox
Kvell
Dask
Harry Buxbaum
Iincs
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C. R. Johnson
Prop. Marshall
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Lewis Drug Store
Lawrenceville
Paul F. Lewis
John R. Hamilton
Hamilton
Senate
H. J. Buxbaum
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