20 Nov 1911
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1911
Page
1
Secretary Meyers reports in his annual findings that clerks could receive higher pay and longer service age aids. The document claims overall pension and employment benefits would rise sharply, with estimates suggesting substantial increases across departments.
A fragmented report from Harrisburg recalls a man linked to a political hex after claimed voter switches at the last election. Police were urged to investigate, citing alleged irregularities and the involvement of local officers and contractors amid the turmoil. Three of his best forces died on November 7, raising suspicions about misconduct and security lapses.
Virginia law blocks publishing electrocution details as Henry Beatlie Jr faces execution for wife murder. Officials say reporters not admitted to Friday event. Ministers reference Beatlie in sermons as legal limits suppress coverage.
Rear Admiral Thomas S. Phelps retired and living in Berkeley denies the allegations in J. J. Moore's divorce suit filed in Redlands. Moore and wife clash over infidelity, drunkenness, cruelty, and a claimed $800000 estate as Mrs Moore seeks division of property.
In Scranton Pa on November 20 eighteen year old William Bishle of Kingston admitted to planning and executing the murder and robbery of an Express Messenger aboard a moving train. Bishle, arrested by County Detective M Al Rafter, said he entered the car during a stop, shot the messenger in the back of the head and attempted to seize money from packages after years of working around the express office.
Paris reports King Peter of Serbia injured his knee on arrival in Paris during his first official visit to President Falcieres. The king, educated in France and a veteran of the Franco-Prussian War, will stay four days and toured the foreign ministry. Also notes Odd Fellows meeting in Philadelphia and typhoid deaths in Purhotville, with a medical remedy advertisement following.
Frederick Morris, once restless and stealing at Yonkers, New York, recovered from brain surgery to remove pressure. After the operation by Dr. Robert H. Shanahan at St. John’s hospital, he became obedient and cheerful, able to recite catechism again, with doctors hopeful he is returning to normal.
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