Not Guilty Verdict in Kepner Murder Case This Afternoon
The court delivered a not guilty verdict in the Kepner murder trial at 1:40 PM after about an hour of deliberation. Judge Hammond Urner announced the decision, stating the evidence did not prove beyond a reasonable doubt Kepner fired the fatal shot that killed his wife during the June 18 incident.
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Kepner
Marion
Moberly
Hammond Urner
Glenn H. Worthington
Edward C. Peter
Turner
Urner
Cher Moberly
Leo Weinberg
Maryland
B. Eward Kepner
Seeger
Keener
Wido
Eleanor
Elizabeth Houck
Hood College
Mr. Houck
Addie Tyler
Kepner Gratitude From Kepner And State After Verdict
Attorneys for Kepner and the State released statements after the verdict. Kepner thanked the judges and his counsel, praised the press coverage, and said he would rest with cousins in Harrisburg before deciding his future. State officials commended Sheriff deputies, Detective Kahler, and Lindsay Spencer for their help and said the State presented all evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kepner
Leo Weinberg
Guy K. Motter
Harrisburg
Fulia
Margaret Reynolds
Fast Third Street
Anders R1de
Kahler
Baltimore
Lindsay Spencer
Frederick
Spencer
Silent Witness Pistol and Grace Kepner Case Theories
A defense attorney casts doubt on Kepner's guilt in the Grace Kepner case, arguing the pistol would leave bloodless signs if Kenner acted and claiming motivation from Grace's mental state. He suspects hidden motives and questions the credibility of key testimony. The judge cautions chatter in the courtroom as the defense contends a murder may not have occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland
Mulders
Weinberg
Weinberge
Grace Kepner
Kepner
Eleanor Houck
Hamlet
Grace
Eleanor
Anti-Klan Riot Ends in Shootout in Steubenville
An anti-Klan riot in Steubenville Ohio led to a gun battle early this morning. Darwin Gibson a leading local businessman was shot in the base of the jaw while Dominic Spinetti and Ohn Desantis were wounded. Police later arrested six men as roadblocks and crowds formed after a parade by Klansmen from nearby towns.
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Associated Press
Steubenville
Ohio
Darwin
Gibson
Ohn Desantis
Dominic Spinetti
Atdamia
Baat Aieri Peo
Antes
Market, Excepting Oils, Show Rapid Advancement
New York reported rapid advance in market indices as morning demand rose and public participation increased. Oils continued to fall after gasoline price cuts while oils lagged. Ralls gained momentum with industrials. Call money opened at 54 percent. market closed strong with about 700000 shares traded.
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Associated Press
New York
Fem
Ralls
Conference delegates to Mexico complete work
Mexico City August 16 John Barton Tayne and Charles P L Warren have concluded work at the pre recognition conference and left for Washington to submit negotiation records to President Coolidge and Secretary Hughes. They expect to arrive in the capital next Monday. Hospital report Frederick City Hospital board meeting July metrics show 149 nurses treated in July admissions 106 discharges 107 remaining 42 pay 51 part pay 47 free 51 deaths 16 births 9.
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Associated Press
Mexico City
John Barton Tayne
Charles PL Warren
Washington
Coolidge
Hughes
Frederick City Hospital
Small Fire at Abe Tots Shop Street Cleared
Around 12 20 pm the fire department responded to an alarm at a small wooden building behind Abe Tots machine shop on All Saints Street. The blaze was extinguished using chemicals from the United engine and the origin remains unknown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Oltre
Abe Tots Machine Shop
All Saints Street
United Engine
Outlook Bright For Ending Danger Hard Coal Strike
Prospects were bright today for ending the danger of a September suspension of anthracite production. Officials of unions and anthracite operators met with the United States Coal Commission to discuss and ratify terms for wage negotiations. President Coolidge, visiting officials and Senator Weller expressed confidence the strike would be prevented and production continued.
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Associated Press
New York
Uiners’ Oulton
United States Cent Commission
Washington
Coolidge
Coal Commission
Weller
Republican
Maryland
Frederick County C E Union to Meet at Myersville
Frederick County C E Union holds its third annual convening at St Pauls Lutheran Church Myersville on Thursday August 30 with the theme The Masters Challenge. Morning addresses include Fuss Fisher and Collentz. Afternoon sessions feature Junior and Intermediate conferences followed by a rally and a pageant by Myersville societies. Closing address by Rev Hartzell and a final talk by Dr Nicholas.
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Minnie Nicholson
Washington, D. C
Christian Indeavor Union
Carroll M. Wright
Maryland Union
J. PF. Mather
Thillimore
Myerseville Junior Society
Myersville
Kidnapped Man Returns Home After Attack
Amarillo Texas August 1 F B Mc IDonald a railroad laborer kidnapped by five unmasked men last night returned home early today with 40 to 50 slashes in his hair. He was rushed to a hospital in serious condition. Two men are detained and further arrests are expected, officers say.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Amarillo
Texas
F. FB. Mc Idonald
Fire sweeps Poolesville causing heavy losses
A blaze in Poolesville at about 4 am destroyed four stores and a residence, damaging two more, with estimated damages of 50000 dollars. The town lacked a local fire department and relied on help from Rockville. no injuries were reported as residents escaped. Estée Haddson alerted Rockville, helping avert total destruction.
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Associated Press
Poolesville
Estée Haddson
Rockville
Charles Morrison
Charles Siliman
Carl Fisher
H.W. Spurrier
Albert Woolton
Thomas Hoskins
U Wardcastle
Fisher
CL. Norris
Tooksville
Rockville Company
Harry Kohlhaas
Thos
Republicans Convention Nominates County Ticket
The Republican County Convention met at the State Armory to nominate its county ticket. Edgar H. McBride was made permanent chairman with Miss Margaret Rhoderick and E A Jamon as secretaries. A resolutions and credentials committee was appointed as nominees for the House of Delegates and County offices were named, including State's Attorney Helden S. Pelton and County Treasurer Clarence P. Phreeger, with nominations continuing into the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Armory
Edgar H. McBride
Austin James
Margaret Rhoderick
Jefferson
Buckeystown
TL Cylde Routan
Frederick
H. Noel Haller
Middletown
Elmer Doub
Crangerstown
Nannie Stevenss
Emmitsbure
James Bayler
Catoctin
Corua Haya
Urbana
William Me
Rhoderick
Liberty
Wallace R. Heall
New Market
BN. Nicodasmus
Hauvers
George TV
William S. Resser
Creagerstown
DeWitt Freay' Smmitshore
John Horner
Dewid Noll
Tehana Z
Smith
Jams N. Fitz
Mare Bet
Charles Crum
Tauyers
Harry Vernon
Wealdshore
George W. Hotmani
Patereville
Dr. Co
W. Crum
Mr. Pleasant
Alvey Etzler
Jtefferson
William R. Paty
Thurmont
J. W. Erker
Jackson
Melvin MM. Shenley
Johnaville
FT. Blessing
Woodville
Granville Garhoof
Lineannrr
R. J. Nicodemus
Lewistown
Sydney Angleberger
Tuscarora
Charles A. Staley
Burkittsville
Daniel Arnold
Ballenger
Willam P. Morsell
Braddock
John W. Mumford
Brunswick
Eugene Warrlson
Walkersville
G. A. Nicodemus
House of Delegates
Willam S. Wachtel
Myersville
C. F. Goode
Remsburg
Treaty Effective Tomorrow To Limit Naval Armaments
Washington reports the naval arms limitation treaty likely takes effect on August 17 1923 with ratifications deposited at the State Department in a simple ceremony. The same day the Four Power Pacific Treaty ratifications will be exchanged ending the Anglo Japanese Alliance.
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Associated Press
Washington
State Department
Trade shows July exports exceed imports for first time since February
Washington measures a favorable trade balance of about 2 000 000 dollars for July as exports surpass imports for the first time since February. Official figures released today by the commerce department indicate the shift in the country’s trade balance.
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Associated Press
Washington
Comuntry
Department
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Anders
Tered
Surepa
B. Evard Kepner
Kenner
Iepner
Wouck
Mexico
Frederick County
C. E. Union
Lutheran Church
Myeraville
Meakin's
E. H. McBride
Miss Roderick
E. A. Jamon
Helden S. Pelton
Clarence PL
Phreeger
Ingomar Albaugh
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