Chicago Court Hears Ella Gingles Defense Testimony
In Brentano court Miss Gingles faces a flood of defense witnesses led by Tecla Linderman and Mrs Sophia Linderman as the defense counters the prosecution plan to impeach her claims of assault and white slavery. Testimony describes the January room search, theft allegations, and a later bath incident at the Wellington hotel with ongoing questions about motive and credibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cy Associated Press
Chicago
Ella Gingtes
Brentano
Short
Criminal Court
Miss Gingles
P. H. O'Donnell
Teela Linderman
Sophia Linderman
Tecla
Miss Barrette
Wellington
Mire Gingles
Mss Barrette
Walker Stante
Anyine
Mia
Linderman
Misa Gingles
Lexington
Mary Ryn
Miss Ryan
Michael Dunleavy
Dunleavys
Mies Ryan
Elia Gingles
Rockefeller is Seventy Sees Life Milestone
Cleveland, July 8 Associated Press reports John D. Rockefeller reaches the three score years and ten today. Rockefeller is reputed to be the world’s richest man with a fortune near a billion dollars. His health is good and he enjoys a quiet day with golf and usual affairs, while sending greetings from congratulators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Pres
Cleveland, O
Johnn
Rockefeller
Jill
Hockefeller
Poltava Centenary Marked by Religious Procession and Troop Parade
Celebrations of Poltava two hundredth anniversary opened with a religious march from Poltava to the battlefield site four miles away. A parade around a monument to fallen Swedes followed. Emperor Nicholas is expected to speak on agrarian reform or respond to Prince Koshubu about the Zemstvo agenda when he arrives tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poltava
Russia
Battle of
Poltave
Russian Empire
Poliaya
Thurr
Nicholas
Aretend
Koshubu
Foltava Zemstve
Crop conditions update shows corn at 89.3 percent of normal
Associated Press reports Washington July 8 that corn planted totals 108,006,000 acres, area up 7.1 percent from last year, winter wheat and other grains show mixed declines, and overall farm stocks and harvest rates are noted with July 1 comparisons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Department of Agriculture
Joy riders clash with police on Walnut Avenue
Just before daybreak today a speeding auto driven by joy riders hit a mounted officer and his horse on Forest Avenue in Walnut Hill. The horse broke its back and was shot by a city veterinarian. Officer Alf, though wounded, pursued in a car to apprehend the occupants. The vehicle broke down and the two suspects, W. C. Vogter and Jon Schmalz, were arrested for speeding violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cincinnati
Anto
Forest Avenue
Walnut
Joy Riders
Alf
W. C. Vogter
Jon Schmalz
F. A. Spencer
The
Mutual Life Insurance Company of
New York
Vogter
Schmalz
Near Beer Funds Pay State Salaries
The Associated Press reports that Georgia faced empty treasury and unpaid salaries until a $230,000 tax from near beer sales, intended for a prison farm, was redirected to the treasury for emergency use. A $200 annual tax on near beer saloons funds state salaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Atlanta
Treasury
Begin Probe Tuesday on Green Bay Reformatory
The state board of control voted to start an investigation of the Green Bay state reformatory next Tuesday. One member warned the inquiry could stretch beyond a week but said Superintendent Bowron would likely remain in place unless gross negligence is found early. Terms of all superintendents had expired, and no new appointments were made until after the probe. Matthew Toppins was elected board secretary, a post he has held for eighteen years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wik
State Board of Control
Green Bay
Bowron
Hays
Matthew “Toppins
Washington, D. c
Senate
Aldrich
Batley
Daniel
Tig
Benatora Daniel
Virginia
Bradley
Kentucky
Taft
Ita
Bacon
Dantal
Finance Committee
Ofr. Aldrich
Mr. Bacon
Georgia
Sharman
Bachtr
Gore
Incolgent Banke
Newlands
Slays Bride and Self in Niagara Falls Triggered by Quarrel
Niagara Falls July 7 A milkman Charles Bmal and his four months old child were killed in a murder suicide at 208 Whirlpool Street George England thirty died from a self inflicted wound after firing at his bride and baby Neighbors heard a loud quarrel late at night but not the shots detected till morning The sister in Detroit had recently died and the motive appears linked to a crooked path leading to a hidden connection
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niagara Falls
Charles Bmal
Whirlpool Street
George England
Brite
England
Detroit
Senate Accepts Amendment to Tax Tobacco Growers
The Senate accepted Senator Bradley's amendment to remove the six cent per pound tobacco tax, aligning with the House version and removing the tax as a potential provocation to Kentuky and Wonmescee. The bill moved toward final passage with debates over adjournment and corporate tax provisions continuing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Senate
Bradley
House
Senate Debates Amendments on Tobacco Tax Impact
Debates reveal party tensions over an amendment and a tobacco tax proposal. Senator Aldrich challenges privilege claims while Senator Mantin argues for a 33 percent rise in tax revenue, citing burden on consumers and effects on manufacturers and dealers.
Joyner Repeats as President at National Education Meeting
Officials named for the National Education Association in Denver include Joyner of North Carolina as president, A32 Chamitrain of California as treasurer, and a Wisconsin first vice president. Joyner won a close contest for the nominating committee chair, defeating St. Louis rival Filewett by a narrow margin. his renomination was approved after a close ballot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Denver
Col
Juniya
National Education Association
Taloy
Ed Ft
Dragner
North Carolina
Chamitrain
California
Wisconsin
Joyner Wan
Filewett
St. Louis
Harvey
Shoren
Tl Marvey
Milwaukee smuggling case ends with $2000 fine
In Milwaukee a young woman from a wealthy Milwaukee family was fined $2000 in the United States district court for attempting to smuggle $2 500 worth of furs from abroad. Represented by a Chicago lawyer, she paid the amount immediately after pleading non vult to the charge. The defense claimed the furs were not dutiable, noting they were unaware of duty rules during their trip to New York with her mother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whrenton
N. T
Auise Amitte
Bonatort
Milwauker
Tudge Cross
Mpnited States District Court
Chicago
Milwaukee
Camille Lonstart
New York
Lonstort
Deportations Rise At New York Port in July Surge
Report notes eight aliens ordered deportation at New York port, roughly doubling prior daily totals. Immigrations authorities state the numbers set new records for a single day, with observers unsure of individuals' health based on appearances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Finca
Allena
Taft Arrival Highlights Champlain Tercentenary Plan
The Lake Champlain tercentenary program moved from New York sites to Burlington Vermont. President Taft, Ambassador Bryce, Ambassador Kerand and Governor Prouty arrived by steamer and reviewed a parade as crowds packed to watch. Speeches stressed unity among the United States France Great Britain and Canada with plans for a banquet and lectures to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Arlington, Vis
Jaly
Lake Champlain
New York
Crown Point
Fort Ticonteroga
Plattsburg
Vermont
Burlington
Taft
Hughes
King Street
National Guards
City Tan Park
Trantyetalon
Vermont Champlain Commission
Arthur
A Tlali
Diocese of
Prouty
Burke
Burlingeton
Witssarmen
Ral Adtressen de Prediont
Aw- Dasaulora Jrvee
Toeerrand
Flughes
Genel Leviloux
Ganado
Pronty
Ethan Aled Cla
New
Tat
Washington
Fla
Bluff Point
Ticonderoga
Vermont National Guard
Dent
Bryce
Great Britain
Vierting
Juan Kerand
Lemieux
Canada
Sad mishap to child on farm mower disaster
A four year old girl, Clare Jenson, daughter of Mr and Mrs Karl Jenson, stepped into the path of a moving mowing machine on her father's farm. One foot was completely cut off while the other was nearly severed. The hired man failed to see her in the tall grass. She was carried home for medical treatment and doctors expect to graft the nearly severed foot back on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwestern
Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
Grand Rapids
Win
Bava
Clare Jenson
Mes. Kar
Damages Sought Over Dam Becomes Court Battle
Special to The Northwestern reports in Grand Rapids Wisconsin that Consolidated Waterpower And Paper Co faces damage suits after four youths drowned in a boat accident near the dam during a marshmallow roast. plaintiffs named Rath Rogoger Wosele Anderson Mao Fos and Rati Anderson are involved as heirs pursue legal action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Aly S
Thea Journal
Grand Trupids
Wis
Siys
Consolidated Waterpower and Paper Company
Rath Rogoger
Wosele Anderson
Mao Fos
Rati Anderson
Floods Toll and Homeless Across Kansas City Region
Close to 2,000 people made homeless as floods cripple rail lines and farmland from Missouri to Kansas City. Property losses reach about 1,500,000 with eight dead and several injured. Towns like Ottawa and Springfield faced extensive inundation and evacuations as Des Cygnes and nearby rivers swelled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Mieouri
Kansas
Rprignotd
Missouri
Ollawa
Kno
Kunais City
Spelngdeh
Ottawa
Kas
Duly
City
Main Street
Litera
Pharacka
Missouri Packie
Banta
Hemira Patints
Tilling
Des Moines
Man Beats Wife Then Kills Self in Domestic Tragedy
A man identified as Krause fatally stabbed his wife Trane after beating her and their nine-year-old son. He then killed himself, leaving the child unharmed but frightened. Neighbors aided by police reported the struggle. the incident occurred in a home where the mother died as investigators arrived.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indus
San Ton
Krause
Church of England Stands Against Deceased Wife’s Sister Marriage
In a vote of 224 to 24 the house of clergy and laity appears to declare marriages to a deceased wife’s sister, recent legal in this country, contrary to church rules and scripture. The text notes further protest on liturgical practices and prayer book revisions amid the controversy.
Etheric death of Des Moines professor in London
Prof Laveronce Mare shall Hyers of Des Moines Iowa died yesterday at a London nursing home after an operation. He was a faculty member at the state university of Iowa and was suffering from an ulcerated condition when ether anesthesia was given. The funeral is set for July 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Laveronce Mareshall Hyers
Des Moines
Japs Reinforce Mukden Fortifications Amid 22 000 Strong Force
From Harbin reports the Japanese are reinforcing Mukden where 22 000 troops, including fifteen cavalry squadrons, strengthen the position. Trains of ammunition and provisions arrive as Japanese repair and extend fortifications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aasogated
Petersburg
Bema
Harbin
Mukiten
Duke Arrests Shocks Madrid In Royal Conspiracy Claim
The Portuguese duke of Abuquerqus was arrested in Madrid today at Portuguese authorities request and sent to Lisbon. Madrid papers claim the arrest stems from alleged involvement in the assassination of King Carlos and Crown Prince Luis of Portugal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Madrid
Abuquerqus
Lisbon
Carlos
Luis
Port Wgst
Severe quake rocks India and surrounding regions
A powerful earthquake struck early this morning, felt from Rawal Pindi to Chitral and Iskardo, with houses toppled in several towns. Reports from Hamburg and St Petersburg note seismograph readings, while Washington announces Georgetown University’s new seismographic equipment and ongoing observation projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Rawal Pindi
Chitral
Iskardo
Baltistan
St. Petersburg
Korki
Katti Iurgan
Battles Imminent Near Berraz and Persian Front
A dispatch reports that Hotdtimne tribesmen are within ten miles of Berraz and poised to strike as Russian forces plan to intervene. General Liakhoff faces a dangerous night as Turkish reinforcements move to Talmao, tightening the frontier near Urimith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associatet Press
Teheran
Linkhott
Peheran
Berraz
St. Motashurg
Hussain
Farside Seafort
Cagpida
Juseaiche
Kuslin
Dadyar Mieenitahys
Liakhoff
Urieade
Laakhoff
Ether Narayan
Comstanthiopte
Nqvae Vremon
Porte
Talmao
Urimith
Railways and coal mines probe ownership of canal properties
In Chicago July, testimony before the Interstate Commerce Commission examined canal property ownership linked to railways. Glen W. Trainer and John W. Whitman testified on coal holdings in Illinois and Indiana, noting connections between coal companies and railway lines. The Chicago and Northwestern Railway reportedly owns the Consolidated Coal Company of Town with about 11,000 acres of mining land and holds mineral rights to Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Preea
Chicago
Interstate Commerce
Warlan and Clark
Glen W. Trainer
John We Whitman
Cheagy & Northwestern Railway
Trainer
Minoia Central
Chicago & Easten Milners Tah
Titnets
Indiana Coal Properties
Qinole
Whitman
Chicago & Northwestern Railway
Consolidated
Coatcompany
Chicago & Northiaatern
Ililorg
Noted Gambler Big Frank Felton Dies at Peekskill
The Associated Press reports the death of renowned gambler Big Frank Felton in a Peekskill hospital. Felton, who retired three years ago, and his wife ran a farm with boarders after leaving gambling. He operated gambling houses in San Francisco Chicago St. Louis Denver and Hot Springs before moving to New York seven years ago. Death resulted from appendicitis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angociated Press
New York
Peekskill
N.Y
Big Frank” Felton
United States
Belton
Magaives
Felton
San Francisco
Chicago
St. Louis
Denver
Hot Springs
Ark
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ella Gingles
HL Costimoy
Tey
Teburg
Gingles
Ehase
Wars PH
Ric
Tony
Sugar Trust
Cashnceton
Thomas
Seven Oelock
Hie
Clay
Washington TB
Aera
Federal Grand Jury
Charee VC
Aldrich Tordirneso
Mantin
Milwaukes
Young Wangan
Keewe
Champlain Tehcie
Metrovetin of
Progean
Anassadora Juakerand
Wrance
Rkyneas
Self
Lanwane
Gukiay
J. M. Heyerx
Town
Paxson Aray
Baw
Mukden
Detnila
Duke
Mold
Reaneat of
Portugal
Ta 'Porkestau
Asiatte Strasin
Hellbars
Germangy
Resistern Vintent
Tashkend
Astade Tussia
Washington, D.C
Gomrosltw
H. O'Donnell
Selemoariph Conservatory
Georgetown
Uni
Verity
Mir
O'Donnell
Rennec
United Winter
Foreien
Bokhthaet Pemex
Ound Weber Peratasey
Nmoday
Appendields
Watal Ta “Hye Frank
Hachiye
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!