Rebels in Damascus Face French Fire and Siege
Report from the Middle East describes Damascus surrounded by barricades as French forces fight to prevent rebel entry. Thousands of rebels are said to be active north toward Aleppo while American destroyers move from Alexandria to Belfast to protect interests.
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Associated Press
Baninacwsa
Damasca
Carol
Damascus
Ared Teom
Aleppo
Acca
Posen
Damanscis
Bleinerra
Alexa
Egypt
Belfast
Syria
Claims Wife Took Own Life With Razor Then Ship Run Ashore
A Coast Guard crew from Isla of Saelis towed the vessel to the Annisquam mouth after it ran ashore on the Annisquam sand bar. The ship, carrying a cargo of ox board for Bedford from Dresden Mills, was nearly all sails gone and leaking. Captain Schwarz and two crew men were rescued after attempting to salvage, with fears the ship would break up in wind and sea. The captain insisted on continuing to Annisquam then to New Bedford despite danger.
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Thy
Coast Guard
Isla of Saelis
Annisquam
William Thomas Dinal Haven
Aldgr ‘Colberth
Bedford
Dresden Mills
Schwartz
Todle
Schwarze
Gent Verrigt Against House of David Colony
In a Benton County circuit court session Mich 28, jurors were directed to return a verdict of six cents damages in the case of the House of David colony against Jerome Robbing, a 79 year old attorney. The action stems from a settlement dispute tied to a proposed siege and alleged damage claims valued at $59,000. Robbing, acting for former members of the colony, sought to recover costs and related damages.
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Sudan
House of David
Jerome Robbins
Benton
Robbing
Formier Nouers
Refuses to Tell Source of His Liquor Supply
Associated Press report from St Albans notes Dan White of Boston was brought before Acting Judge Bailey on a charge of intoxication. White refused to disclose where he obtained liquor, prompting the judge to remand him until he reveals the source of supply. White had been working in Waterbury.
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Associated
Ste Albans
Dan ‘White
Boston
White
Waterbury
Bailey
Marge
Ila
Tax reduction total set by Ways and Means panel
The Ways and Means Committee today determined a tentative total of 5.3 billion pounds for the forthcoming tax reduction. Sources note the figure reflects initial estimates and may change as discussions proceed.
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Ey Associated
Ress
Wiguington
Food Sale by Ladies Auxiliary of A O H
The Ladies' Auxiliary of A O H will hold a food sale on November 7. Proceeds support community work and the group invites local residents to attend and purchase baked goods and meals.
Mussolini aide Seay charged with plotting
An Associated Press note reports that Seay faced charges related to planning against Mussolini din premier.
Dismissal Plea Foiled Indictments Against Senator Burton
Agsottata Press reports that in a Senate investigation today the District of Columbia Supreme Court faced moves to dismiss indictments charging Democrat Senator Burton 3 Wheeler with conspiracy to defraud the Federal Government in oil prospecting permits. The defense argues D C courts lack jurisdiction over the charged offenses.
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Agsottata
Washington
Burton
Wheeler
District of Coluntita
Norwegian Steamer Stieklestad Toward Azores After Drift
The Norwegian steamer Stieklestad, adrift for nearly four months with no rudder, was given a tow by the tug Rellet and is being towed toward the Azores Islands. The Stickles is being reprovisioned by the steamer Flint as the rescue proceeds.
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Associated Press
St. John's
N. F
Stieklestad
North Atlantic
Rellet
Thy Azoris Islands
Agenta
Thor Steamer
Taday
Flint
Gasoline price cuts reported by Standard Oil and affiliates
The Associated Press notes reductions in gas prices in New York and neighboring states. Standard Oil of New York lowers tank wagon price to 16 cents a gallon in Maine and New Hampshire by two-tenths, while Water Ol. Sites company follows with a similar 16-cent drop in nearby states and outside greater New York.
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Associated Press
New York
Standard’ OL Company
Maine
New Hampshire
Water Ol
Yorte
Million-dollar offer for body of notorious gunman Anderson
Muskegon Michigan November offer of 1000 dollars for the body of George Dutch Anderson, the nationally hunted gunman who killed four people and is linked to sixteen other deaths. George W Rolling of Atlanta, Ga, delivered the offer to Chief Hansen, with bank references, wanting the body for exhibition. Chief Horizon opposed selling the bandit, preferring the money go to the widow of Detective Charles Hammond. A state law will prevent acceptance of the offer.
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Associated Press
Muskegon
Mich
Herizon
Charles
Hammon
Anderson
Destroyers At Beirut War Tense In Navy Movement
Associated Press report notes destroyers Coghslan and Lamson from Alexandria arrived at Beirut after a yesterday voyage from Alexandria. The move triggered concerns over potential danger to American lives and property as tensions rise in Beirut.
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Associated Press
Beirut
Syria
Coghslan
Lamson
Alexandria
Selecting More Jurors in Agri Tail Court
In Litchfield Conn November, juror selection for the murder indictment against William J Hunt of Bethel proceeds slowly. Judge Hinman sits as 11 more jurors are to be chosen for the Olympia case, with John S Davey of Torrington and Frank Harrison of Sharon among initial test jurors.
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Associated Press
Court ‘House
Litchfield
Conn
Talismen
Sik O
William J. “Hunt
Betehem
Telat
Olymppia
Maci
New Haven
Hinman
Litehitfeld” County
Superior “Court
NADE PRESIDENT OF REPUBLIC CLAIMS MOVES NEAR DAMASCUS
The NADE president asserted that forces have concentrated near Damascus within 16 miles and cited a pre public statement from headquarters to justify the maneuver. The remarks imply tightened security and a strategic posture in the region.
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Akoms
Manion testifies in murder trial on Little Harbor Road
Thomas Mannion Jr. takes the stand in his own defense in a Superior Court murder trial. He recounts the death of his wife on Little Harbor Road in April and details his relationship with her, the separation attempt, and his supposed involvement, while the trial features a secret session and multiple witness testimonies.
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Thomas Mannion, Jr
Superior Court
Mannion
Charles Dun
Haynarova
Hinkley
Little Harbor Road
John’ S
Ferry
Cass Street
Market Square
William A. Gilbert
J Atangion
Ter Ow - Fortis
Agr Janalad
Charles T. Perry
Sheate Street
Secrat
Helen
William HH. Green
Portsmouth
Manion
Tom
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