Harvard Wife Murderer Muenter Planned Destruction of Liners
Recap of a sensational case links Frank Holt MUENTER to the Harvard professor suspected in Leona Muenter murder. Authorities traced a letter to Holt’s wife in Dallas describing a plan to blow up ocean liners Saxonia and Philadelphia. Police and navy coordinated warnings and searches. no bombs found aboard. Autopsy and dental tests helped identify Holt as Muenter, who disappeared after the 1903 crime.
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Morgan's Assailant Commits death by own action in Cell Last Night
Frank Holt, alleged assailant in the Morgan case, reportedly killed himself in his jail cell last night near Glen Ore New York. Authorities say the death occurred after Holt admitted planning violence and after investigators found sealed bottles and pictures of public buildings in a bungalow rented ten days earlier. The county physician ruled it a suicide. details show the cell was dark and lights off during the incident.
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Kimball Items Seven Confess Election Fraud
Seven defendants face charges in Indiana with a request for a change of venue. Notable figures include Democratic national committeeman Thomas G. From Indiana, mayor Joseph Mell of Indianapolis, and police chief Samuel Perrott. The case arose amid broader accusations and local irregularities tied to the 1914 primaries.
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July 5th fireworks fatalities reported with multiple victims
The article lists casualties from a July 5th celebration, noting nine deaths from fireworks and multiple injuries. It states fatalities were distributed across categories as nine fireworks related, four from panjon, four from realms, two from mower, with overall context describing a large, historic loss.
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Chamberlain Rainfall Marks Opening of Auditorium
In Chamberlain South Dakota the new auditorium hosted a packed opening with a rainfall reading of 4.12 inches for the month, noted as slightly above normal. A Des Moines musical program by Yankton College quintet accompanied the event, marking a notable inaugural night.
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Untitled local notice on a rural festival setup
A fragmented regional notice describes a planned fair with tents, decorations, and seating arrangements. Mentions vendors and volunteers preparing for an event with many cottages and lanterns planned for the island site. The text is garbled but hints at community effort and upcoming celebrations.
Nationwide Dry Move Debated At Atlantic City
Business leaders and organizers from the Anti-Saloon League and the Purity movement gathered in Atlantic City to discuss a constitutional amendment to enforce prohibition. A committee of 100 prominent business figures was planned to lead the national effort, with support across several states.
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Los Angeles Prepares for Elk Visitors Exposition
The city plans a large scale event drawing about 100000 elk visitors with lodges and surrounding counties staging supportive exhibits. A grand allegorical pageant and parade are among features, highlighting local districts, orange groves, fountains, and regional sights in a fraternal exposition setting.
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Autos Bought in June Face $6 License Fee
A fragmented notice explains a new act ending old license rules. Purchasers in June may operate under dealer licenses for up to fourteen days while applying for registration. Vehicles bought before July 1 face a $3 or $6 fee transition, with some confusion about timing and permit validity.
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Dawgunnit Weather Pup Forecast Says Partly Cloudy
A fragment from a South Dakota weather note describes partly cloudy conditions with minimal temperature change on Thursday. The oddly phrased item identifies Dawgunnit the weather man's pup as the source or motif for the weather brief.
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Mrs Thaw Refuses to Testify Against Harry Thaw
Evelyn Nesbit arrived in New York to testify in the Harry Thaw case but refused to appear in court. She cited physical inability to endure the strain and said she would return home to Chateaugay Lake, expressing a desire for some restraint on Thaw. She had traveled in response to a subpoena issued by the Supreme Court.
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Tartine and Bartine Seek Republican Congressional Nomination
John G Tartine enters the Republican primary race in the Third District. Bartine, a veteran legislature member, emphasizes representing West of the River and aiding constituents. Potential candidate Williamson weighs a bid, with no formal announcement yet.
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British imposes metal export embargo during war era
London announces a metal export embargo to curb shipment of lead spelter antimony nickel or any metal used for munition manufacture. Munitions Minister Lloyd George stated steps have been taken to prevent further export from Great Britain.
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Small Grain Prospects In Lyman Area
Farmers report good spring wheat and corn prospects with early sowing. Prominent yields cited include 20 to 30 bushels per acre for wheat and corn around 18 to 20 bushels, while some fields reach 100 to 160 acres. The season shows potential for solid production across the district.
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POURS POWDER AS HE SMOKES IN JURY ACCIDENT
A man named Java 21 years old and two others suffered severe burns when a powder charge ignited while he smoked. The incident, after which one victim feared losing an eye, left Java and Fred Spiny badly burned on the face and hands with unclear cause and circumstances.
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Offensive on East Teutons and West Russia Amid Mixed Front Reports
Dispatches from London describe conflicting claims of gains by German and Russian forces on separate fronts. Reports cite heavy fighting near Krasnik in Polish territory, with the Austrian German side noting setbacks to Russians while Vienna reports a Russian defeat elsewhere. Overall, little clear progress is conveyed along the eastern front, with sporadic German offensives and uncertainties over cathedral destruction and rail links.
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Momentum Shifts As War Fronts See Mixed Gains
London reports indicate momentum ebbs for Austro-German forces between the Vistula and the Nie and shows Chinese whispers of possible western offensives. Russians stiffen defense at Krasnik and towns near the Bug while British reports praise Allied tenacity at Ypres and warn Berlin’s hopes of a Cologne strike remain uncertain. General Hamilton notes no decisive advances by Anglo-French forces as troops defend stubbornly against heavy odds.
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Welsgram and Father Accident Incident Noted
Welsgram recalls the accident that happened to his father and the impact on his shop, describing how the event overwhelmed him and altered his work routine.
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Tragic double shooting near Buffalo ends with murder suicide
Lenm Lem killed his wife after an earlier separation and then shot himself. The couple had four children under 12, with the mother retaining custody of the older two. The bodies were buried near Buffalo, with relatives caring for the children while the infant was placed in the Children’s Home. The tragedy occurred near Malone in Harding County.
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