Autoists Die in Collision in Los Angeles
Samuel Elmore, wealthy Astoria salmon packer and land owner, and a woman identified as Mrs Garretson of Astoria were killed when a Santa Ana suburban car collided with their automobile near Florencita Park Los Angeles on June 21. The wreck splintered the lighter vehicle and threw bodies 100 feet, with both victims found amid debris. Elmore had moved to Southern California six months earlier with his wife and daughter. Mrs Elmore was ill and not informed of the tragedy.
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Elimores
Samuel Farmer
San Francisco
Postal card campaign against big fight in Nevada heats up
Thousands of port cards protesting the Jeffries Johnson prize fight in Nevada are en route to Governor Dickenson, per George L. Rockwell, chairman of Ohio antifight league. Attorneys say Nevada law bans prize fighting.
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Nevada
Dickinson
George L. Rockwell
Antifight League of Ohio
Spokane High School Destroyed By Fire In Basements Blaze
A fire in Spokane gutted the south central high school this morning causing about a quarter of a million dollars in losses with $97,000 insured. The blaze started in rubbish in the basement and spread so rapidly it could not be checked. The building, erected in 1890, was among the largest in the northwest.
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South Central High School
Russian Suspect Cleared in Mrs Chariton Murder Case
Teapolatoff the Russian suspect in the murder of Mrs. Chariton is freed effective today after police concluded he had no knowledge of the death. The case sees no further charges against him.
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Teapolatoff
Droughts threaten crops across plains in June heat
Minneapolis reports droughts menace northwestern North Dakota and eastern Montana. Rainfall is about half normal and farmers fear heavy losses if heat persists. Yesterday’s temperature reached 110 degrees.
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Minn
North Dakota
Montana
Diaz orders deportation of Madero as riot charges rise
In June 21 dispatch from El Posé Diaz orders the deportation of Madero, the Mideral rival and presidential candidate now jailed for inciting riot. Reports say Madero supporters urged to resist authorities if not allowed to vote Sunday. About 100 Madero followers arrested as troops move to Cannes to quell rising unrest amid a martial law claim and discovery of arms and ammunition smuggling by liberals.
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Diaz
Madero
Cannes
Meartial Nw Ip
Arma
Liberal
Appropriations Hit Record One Billion Plus
Congress this session approved about 1.08 billion dollars in appropriations, the largest ever. The surge stems from river and harbor needs and public buildings funding, with pork barrel adds driving total higher while general government savings trimmed about 30 million.
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Washington
Congress
House
Wind Den of German Spies in Prance Exposed
Paris reports police uncovered a den of German spies led by Joseph Muller at a farm near Menil in Tour. A German accomplice escaped after a gunfight, documents and photos of signaling batteries found, Muller admitting he worked for Germany and was a native of Lorraine.
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Muller
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Afuiler
Bruley
Lucyfort
Lorraine
Germany
Sweden with overwhelming support for prohibition vote
Copenhagen reports a plebiscite in Sweden showing 1,700,000 for prohibition and 12,500 against. The result reflects strict enforcement of liquor laws in the northern kingdom. Also noted is a memoir in progress about Princess Waldemar of Denmark, detailing her early life in England and France.
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United States
Sweden
Mimosa
Princess Waldemar
Denmark
Waldemar
Duchess de Chartres
Beng
England
France
Wisdom's Chief Properties
The saying notes wisdom lies in remembering the past and guarding the present, while planning prudently for what lies ahead. It emphasizes mindful reflection, caution in current affairs, and foresight for future outcomes.
Taft to Fight for His Bill Against Filibusters
President Taft cancels trip to New Haven and vows to stay in Washington until the postal savings bank bill passes. He suspects a Senate move for a special privilege to derail the House measure and contemplates using pressure against leading filibusters Bailey and others as talks continue.
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New Haven
Senate
Washington
Postal Savings Bank
House
Bailey
Poisoned water kills dozens during religious procession
Vienna reports a suspected mass poisoning at a mineral spring near Traun where more than 200 people fell ill and at least five died after drinking contaminated water during a religious procession. Authorities seek those responsible as priests care for the sick and battle to save lives.
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Trau
Triy Hospitala
Senate reconsidered withdrawal bill vote and rejected bonds
In Washington on June 2 the senate reconsidered its vote on the public land withdrawal bill and the related bond provision for the irrigation project. The motion led to elimination of the bond option, reflecting the era's public policy stance on funding and land use.
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Washington
Senate
Direct Primary Proposed by Governor Hughes
Governor Hughes urges a direct primary amendment in a message to the legislature. He says the public is dissatisfied with current methods of nominating candidates and calls for provisions for direct nomination and for responsible party management. He asserts the demand is country wide and cannot be denied.
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Clunidates
Albany
Hughes
Too Much Beer Said To Cause Kaiser Ailment
June 24 Kerlin reports that Kaiser may suffer a serious skin condition linked to overindulgence. Dr Deven, a cancer specialist and skin disease authority, warns the infection could become general and prove fatal if not treated. Doyo questions the court physician's awareness of the danger.
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Kerlin
Kalger
Hiseher
Deven
Salt Doyo
Soldiers fed spoiled meat at Presidio hospital
San Francisco June 21. Soldiers at the general hospital in the Presidio were forced to eat spoiled meat. Authorities began an investigation to determine responsibility for the outrage. The entire kitchen staff has been discharged amid rumors of graft and incompetence. Commandant Ghenman was reportedly present at the scene.
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San Francisco
Presidio
Charlton Suspect Porter Charlton to Arrive in New York
A man calling himself A Gemmanicl, answering to Porter Charlton suspected of murdering his wife, is reported to land today in New York aboard the liner Deutschland. He registers at the Armfield hotel and may have attended the Dury circus Tuesday last.
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London
A. Gemmanicl
Porter Charlton
New York
Armfield Hotel
Fins. Dury Circus
Reno Makes Ready for Jeffries Rickard Fight
Reno on June 21 reports Tex Rickard winning support for a Reno bout with a $1000 license, a 200000 seat booster effort, and a monster rally. Jeffries and staff head for Reno, while Goldfield boosters push for their event. Governor Thickinson says he would not intervene in the Jeffries Johnson fight.
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Goldfield
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Rickard
Coldfield
Salt Lake
Thickinson
Nevada
Jeffries-Johnson
Petitions Urge McCarthy Intercession Over Fight
San Francisco business leaders circulate petitions asking Mayor McCarthy to intercede with Governor to permit a fight in the city. The petitions, authorized at a meeting, include a resolution claiming much nonce loss due to Getts action.
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San Francisco
Withillett
Gietts
Harmon’s Presidential Bee At Convention Open in Dayton
In Dayton Ohio on June 21 Governor Harmon leads the Democratic state convention with a boom for his presidential bid. A dispute with former Cleveland mayor Johnson over endorsements for the Senate nomination looms while Harmon resists backing any candidate except a presidential one. Harmon expected to reveal his stance on his candidacy before the convention proceeds with actual work.
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Ohio
Harmon
Allie Harmon
Cleveland
Johnson
Senate
Ayone
Tte
First Floating Court Sails Along Alaskan Coast
U S Judge Cushman sails aboard the revenue cutter Rush for a three month voyage along southwestern Alaska. The crew includes a stenographer and bailiff. At Valdez the ship will add the U S Marshal, District Attorney and jury panels. The mission aims to settle disputes, saving travel and delays for residents.
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United States Revenue Cutter Rush
Alaska
United States District
Valdez
United States
Sullivan
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Grand Anid Petit Jury
Piety Resigns as Louisville Manager in AA Circle
St Louis June 21 H C Piety resigned as manager of the Louisville club in the American association after a conference with owner William Grayson Jr He will be succeeded by Del T Howard formerly with the Chicago National in a midfield managerial shuffle shaping the club's future leadership
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St. Louis
Return of Robinson Crusoe figure from Honolulu to Liverpool
London to Liverpool journey ends as Harry Brower, once a 12 year old cabin boy, returns from a life among Honolulu natives. After 33 years abroad he seeks his birth family, hoping to find a younger sister or brother and reconnect with his homeland and writing in English. He spent years among the islanders, then sailed to the Pacific and back toward England via San Francisco, Vancouver, Montreal and Liverpool.
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Robinson Crusoe
Harry Brower
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England
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Vancouver
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Montreal
Canadian Pacific
Couple Fast for 28 Days on a Wager
In Pittsburg Mrs George Fulkerson wife of Canton Pressed Brick Co vice president and P D Hardy president are fasting as a wager to test weight loss and throat cure. Fulkerson aims to 320 days though believes she could extend it. She has shed 50 pounds from 250 to 200 and feels well. Hardy will fast four more days if he eats. Mrs Fulkerson oversees meals while Hardy sits at the head of the table. On Sundays they walk four miles to church.
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George Fulkerson
Canton Pressed Brick Company
Canton
Ohio
P. D. Hardy
Mia Fulkerson
Hardy
Fool
Newport leader Rosy Newport travels through Pendleton this morning
Rosy Newport of Newport Land & Construction and Hermiston mayor passed Pendleton this morning en route home from La Grande. The notable business and civic figure's brief transit was observed by local watchers.
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Rosy Newport
Newport Land & Construction Company
Hermiston
Pendleton
la Grande
Bloody trunk murder nets Seattle pair in framing
Portland June 21. William Johnson farmer Kent Wash body found in bloody trunk at Union depot. Jesse P. Webb Seattle real estate agent and Mrs William Johnson arrested after blood soaked hotel room crime scene. Trunk traced via express to Puyallup. Police allege motive and ties to Seattle gang.
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William Johnson
Jesse P. Webb
Seattle
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Portland
Kent
Wash
Union Depot
Willamette
Johnson
Grand Central Hotel
Puyallup
American Invasion of Old 500 Reaches Ireland
Dublin reports a large influx of Irish Americans visiting and petitioning across the island. Visitors travel in varying prosperity, many arriving third class, but all fueling a forthcoming boom in Irish manufactures as they plan to buy Irish goods and urge production for home markets.
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Dublin
Atlantic
Judge issues injunction in machinists strike case
Judge Hardwell of the superior court granted a temporary injunction restraining 660 machinists union members from posting pickets near the Beker Iron Works and from holding noonday meetings aimed at influencing non union workers during the iron workers strike. The action is the first of 65 injunctions sought by affected firms, with others to follow as papers are prepared.
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Los Angeles
Hardwell
Superior Court
Machinists
Beker Iron Works
Iron Workers
Romance to Culminate in London Royal Wedding Tomorrow
London report notes Miss Dorothy Degeen will wed Prince Antoine Albert Reads after a romantic meeting. The ceremony is set for tomorrow in London, with society circles abuzz over the union.
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London
Dorothy Degeen
Prince Antoine Albert
Boston Athlete Finishes 4000 Mile Continental Walk
San Francisco on June 21 Jack Eldridge, a 24 year old Boston athlete, rests after completing a 4000 mile cross country walk in 77 days breaking records. He reportedly declined $2000 from the Boston Athletic Club to surpass Weston’s mark.
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Jack Eldridge
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Weston
Eldridge
Boston Athletic Club
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