Orpet Jury May Include Chicago Elite and Lake County Residents
Waukegan May 13 Chicago capitalists society leaders golfers and dignitaries from Lake County face possible jury duty in the Orpet case. Judge Donnelly scales back a literacy test and seeks veniremen able to understand rather than define hard words. A letter allegedly from Marian Lambert to Orpet may become key evidence, with defense claiming poison was ingested in crystal form and the body found with an ungauged hand suggesting postmortem handling.
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Orpet
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Antioch
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James H. Wilkerson
T Te
Drew Orpet
Madison
Lake Forest
United Press
Waukeran
Willam H. Orpet
Charles Hassings
Madison Dryuggisi
Milton Junction
Wis
Trist
Hassinger
Frank Lambert
Manan
Marian
Siena
Day's War Summary Expands Austrian Gains in Italy
The report notes Austrian advances in the southeast Rovereto area with crossings into Italian territory including Costabella. Rome says Italian counterattacks failed to regain land as Vienna claims 2900+ prisoners and minor lones. Verdun sees renewed German assaults while French fortifications near Hill No. 304 hold.
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Vienna War
Paris
Neenah Names Police Chief Watts After Residency Clause
Charles Watts was appointed chief of police by the Neenah police and commissioners, effective June 1. The salary is 75 dollars monthly. The post became vacant after J W Brown was suspended six to seven weeks ago. Ten candidates competed. Cyrus Anderson was hired as motorcycle policeman for Appleton at 60 dollars monthly plus expenses. H A Wheeler of Chicago spoke on federal commissions at the annual Neenah Club banquet attended by about 200 members. A six course dinner followed.
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Charles Wats
Police and Ste
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Chicago
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J. W. Brown
Cyrus Anderson
Appleton
H. A. Wheeler
Union Trust Company of Chicago
Anil
United States Chamber of Commerce
Theenah Clup
Wheeler
All Beneficiaries Dead Veteran Plans Marriage
Francis aged ninety, an inmate in Wis, withdrew his will from probate saying all namedrelatives are dead and he will wed soon. He mentions a fiancée named Annette who must change her name to Viola. Years ago the veteran dug his own grave at Forest Home cemetery and built a tombstone and improvements costing about 3000, but now he abandons death plans for marriage plans.
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Wis
Francis
Annette
Viola
Forest Home Cemetery
Chinese official Chen Chi-Nei murdered in Shanghai attack
San Francisco May 19. Gen Chen Chi-Nei a high official of the Chinese revolutionary party was assassinated last night in Shanghai by three alleged Yuan Shikai supporters. Two of the assailants were captured, according to officers of the Chinese Republican association.
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San Francisco
Chen Chi-Nei
Chinese Revolutionary Party
Yuan Bhi Kai
Shanghai
Chineca Republican Association
Margaret Ryan Testifies Her Baby Is Hers in Court
Margaret Ryan known as Jessie Bryan told a court she gave birth to a daughter at Misericordia hospital in Ottawa and that the baby was not dead as claimed. She described her conditions in hospital, her illiteracy, and her wish to keep the child despite pressure from Mrs. Matters alleged to be involved in a probate case.
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Bern
Ef Sady
Associated Press
Chicago
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Misericordia Hospital
Ottawa
Anna Dollie Ledgerwood Matters
Fred Matters
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Tedy
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Des Reuters
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Wes
Jessie
Ward's Attempt To Leave Past Stirs Village Rumors
Mae Midden reports Ward, aged about 20, out of town after an incident. He remains largely immobile, staying at the Nickie Plate hotel. Ward hopes to find work on a farm and start anew while his father stays with him at Elcom. Rumors of aid via a raft route are unfounded.
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America Ready to Urge Peace Mediation
Washington May 1 reports say President Wilson will announce America’s readiness to mediate for peace via a speech to the League to Enforce Peace. Officials note the aim to avoid forcing negotiations while seeking an exchange of ideas between European belligerents. Germany’s position remains confident of victory, complicating domestic and international peace efforts.
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Washington
EncampmentDetails for Grand Army of the Republic
Special dispatch from Ripon Wisconsin May 19 lists detailed personnel for the Grand Army encampment in June. Comrades named cover staff credentials reception and council administration duties with meetings at Hotel Enzle and headquarters to inspect badges and report on quartermaster and adjutant.
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Ripon
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Henry C. Suuth
David James
W. A. Kent
H .E. Meyers
J. F. Carlie
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Robert B. Lang
Frank A. Walsh
S. Cook
C. H Heart
Hotel Enzlebight
Council of Administration
O. W. Carlson
Orville Strong
RE. Osverne
A. J. Goddard
M. J. Briges
Dodgeville
Sus
Lawrence Pos
Beloit College Chapel Rule Tightens For Freshmen
President Edward D. Eaton of Beloit College announced that next year fall freshmen must attend chapel and take the Bible course despite a prior compromise with Archbishop Messmer. Catholic students voiced opposition, warning they would be forbidden from the school if forced to comply.
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United Press
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Beloit College
Sebastian Messmer
Milwaukee
Progressives To Confer In Wisconsin State Meeting
Racine Wisconsin March 19 United Press reports that leaders of the Progressive movement in the state plan a statewide conference. W H Goodland Racine Times editor said the proposal has swift approval and a call will be issued with the time and place announced today.
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Terminal tax discussed by Wisconsin city attorneys
Madison May 19 a meeting will be held probably in Milwaukee next week of city attorneys from Ashland Manitowoc Sheboygan Milwaukee Green Bay and Superior to discuss the terminal tax proposition. Charles H Crownhart retained in suits announces the gathering and opposition by State Treasurer Henry Johnson and Secretary of State Donald to payments under the terminal law until courts rule. Attorney General Owen will defend Johnson and Donald. Crownhart seeks to sustain the law’s validity with historical background. Gard of Superior likely plays a key role alongside Crownhart.
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Bequest to Church Reported From Mrs James
Three quarters of a million donated by Mrs E S C James of New York to Methodist Episcopal Ellen Stebbens James. Announcement made at conference headquarters claimants today. Mrs James died April 2. She also left similar bequests to the Presbyterian and Congo churches.
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Inquiries On Fish Season Openings Across Wisconsin
Hundreds respond to the Wisconsin Conservation Commission about the opening of the fishing season beyond trout. The season starts in all regions at midnight May 29 with a legislative change to include a later date. Madison dispatch from United Press notes officials report strong interest and local timing adjustments.
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La Crosse Shippers allege rail rate bias to Minnesota points
The La Crosse Shippers' Association filed another complaint with the Interstate Commerce Commission alleging unfavourable freight rates from La Crosse to Minnesota points. They contend rates discriminate against La Crosse in favor of St. Paul Minneapolis Dubuque Chicago Milwaukee and Winona Minnesota.
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Germany closes submarine dispute by not replying to note
Washington May 19 Germany determined to make no response to the last American note on the submarine controversy. Confidential advices from Berlin indicate the issue is considered closed with no further notes.
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Washington, D. C
Germany
United States
Berlin
Bishop Elections Highlight Methodist Conference
The General Conference resumed ballot amid four bishop slots left. Rev Adga W Leonard of Beattie Wash elected on tenth ballot. Dr Matt S Hughes of Pasadena Cal elected bishop on the eighteenth ballot. Hughes is fifty three, brother of Bishop Edwin Hughes. Revival plan discussed. deaconess board approved as church department. Also Presbyterians plan inter denomi national evangelistic body to coordinate revivals nationwide under church direction. Baptist work in Orient featured with reports from Assam Bengal Orissa Philippines West China South India and America. Resolutions on national preparedness and moral issues expected to be acted on.
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Delaware
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Pasadena
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Roosevelt at Detroit Amid Welcome by Thousands
President Roosevelt arrived at Detroit where hundreds waved flags along a railway platform and a crowd lined the streets. He planned to speak at an opera house on national defense and preparedness, with Henry Ford noted as a factor in the visit during the car maker’s moments.
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Bankrupt Lewis Johnson Co. man testifies in Riggs trial
William A. Mearns of the bankrupt brokerage firm Lewis Johnson Co testified in the perjury trial of three Riggs National Bank officers. He stated a relationship existed after the 1907 panic between the bank and the firm and was asked about any ties to the Riggs bank or its others.
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Militia League Join Propels Wisconsin Action
A report notes that several banks and businesses today joined a newly formed union in Wisconsin, signaling a broader move by local groups. Other states like Appleland and TV are expected to follow suit with similar actions as the association expands.
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Appleran
Quadruplets Born to Cleveland Woman
Cleveland May 19 Quadruplets two boys and two girls born to Mrs Frank Zeman wife of a dex cleaner All are doing well First baby weighed three pounds second two and a half pounds third boy fourth girl each under two and a half pounds Mrs Zeman weighs about 174 pounds She has three other children Carl eight Frans four and George three Names for the girls will be Julia and Rose
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Rose
Hopes for Rate Victory in Wisconsin Case
Wisconsin rate case advocate Tittemore returns from Washington to finish brief work for the interstate commerce commission. He cites strong support from Oshkosh business leaders and argues commodity tariffs violate interstate law, urging state officials to back a unified rate policy. He notes delays while his mother recovers from bronchial illness and expects copies of the brief to reach the city today.
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Leaves state service after notable period
A former state employee, William Paw, leaves his long held post with official notices dated May 3, signaling transition to new endeavors. Details remain sparse. the event marks the end of a significant tenure and hints at upcoming changes within state administration.
Illness Tied to Zeppelin Raids At Inquest
An inquest heard a physician link a death to illness triggered by Zeppelin raids. He asserted that during raids the vitality of people declines and they suffer mentally from the stress. The report notes the woman’s death followed news of the raid, reflecting wartime anxiety and its health impact.
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Ruler of Austria Aims to Subdue Italy in War
Paris dispatches quote a Geneva diplomat stating Emperor Franz Joseph plans to invade northern Italy to force King Victor Emmanuel to seek a separate peace. Italian reinforcements moved to the Tyrol. ten Austrians are reported brought to Italy. British bombarded El Arish in Egypt near Palestine, suspected fort destruction. French trenches on the Verdun front captured by Germans with prisoners taken. Air operations active with Boelcke downing his 16th aircraft. An American pilot Corporal Biffen Rockwell credited with a victory near Hamimans-Wellerkomt. Security of Fiume port aids Austro-Hungarian plans to move troops to Durazzo. Cymrie oilers explosion cause claimed, not torpedoed.
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Atlanta
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Amsterdam
Died in North Dakota Special to The Northwestern
Mrs William Menasha of Measha Wis died suddenly in North Dakota at age thirty two. She was mother of City Physician PL M Menasha and survived by three sons. Funeral arrangements not fully stated. The story notes civil war veteran Ker and mentions river, Europe, and local relatives.
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Mary
Europe
Menas
Democrats Caught Napping On Vote
Trized Press reports the House faced a surprising lapse as Democrats were caught off guard accelerating debate on a key vote. The scene described shows tense moments and party leaders scrambling to respond amid mounting pressure from colleagues and observers.
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OUTAGAMIE PIONEER DIES
John Brat setent-one former sheriff of Countys county and for six years chairman of its comns board died under San Son Dare Baw Rises May 15. A Wisconsin forecast clipped with general fair weather for tonight and Saturday with light frost in the north and cooler in the extreme south.
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