Train Kills Three Boys Near York After Snow Day
In York Pennsylvania on December 29 a southbound passenger train on the Northern Central railroad struck three boys returning home from a day of sport. Guy Atama age 12 John Woods age 12 and Luther Sowers age 14 were killed instantly as they failed to notice the approaching train while sledding. The accident occurred north of the city as a northbound freight train passed, the impact fatal for the youths.
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Deat
York
Guy Atama
John Woods
Luther Sowers
thin city
Wedding stopped at altar by forged letters in New Jersey
In Asbury Park New Jersey December 29 Reverend J C Barbour of St Thomas Presbyteria n Mission faced John Whittaker and Nettie Higgins as vows were about to be taken. A widow Mrs Mary Griffin produced forged letters from a Suffolk Virginia address claiming Whittaker was already married. The bride refused the vows and expressed relief at not marrying. Whittaker moved to recover the wedding outfit he had supplied.
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Asbury Park
N. J
J. C. Brarborough
Bt. Thomas’ Presbyterian mission
ag John
Whittaker
Nettie Higgins
Mary Griffin
F'dave
Suffolk
Crushed in Steel Mill Fatal Accident at Slingsworth
Philadelphia December 29 John McLaughlin thirty nine was crushed to death between the rollers of a large arial press at Slingsworth Steel company. His helper turned aside as a cry came then McLaughlin was drawn into the machine and killed. The cause remains a mystery to fellow workers.
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Philadelphia
John McLaughlin
Slingsworth Steel company
McLaughlin
Daring Jewel Thieves Loot New York Store
Police report a highly audacious burglary at Oscar C. Jackle Jeweler on Third Avenue New York. Thieves entered via cellar vented window, sawed through ceiling to reach the safe, pried the dial, and escaped with about 6000 in cash and 20000 in jewelry after signaling outside to avoid officers. The crime involved hours of work and precise planning.
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New York
Oscar C. Jackle
Third avenue
Jackle
oery
Wadec
Isto passeraby
Jackie
Doctor Becomes Pugilist Will Fight Kaufmann Barry Winner
The Jeffries Athletic club plans a heavyweight bout between the Kaufmann Barry winner and Dr F Roller of Seattle. The fight is set for January 26 and will last twenty five rounds. Purses split 75 percent to the winner and 25 percent to the loser. Both fighters have agreed to the match.
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Genttle
Los Angeles
Cal
Jeffries Athletic club
Kaufmann
Barry
Seattle
Soldiers Ordered to Brush Teeth Daily in Philippines
Washington date, soldiers in the Philippines must brush teeth at least once daily under orders from General Weston. Squad leaders must ensure compliance, with monthly inspections by a medical officer to oversee the routine.
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Washington
Philippines
Weston
they
division of the Philippines
Veterans Extinct Says Civil War Vets Dwindle by 1930
Chicago dispatch quotes Past Commander G Bassett predicting Civil War veterans will shrink from 247 alive in 1930 to 23 in 1940 and none by 1950. He cautions estimates reflect lifespan limits and calls for recognition of aging veterans.
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wnmander Bassett
Chicago
G. Bassett
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