State Wins Hollow Victory in Railroad Overcharges Case
Missouri federal court delays ruling on suspending decrees against railroad overcharges. Judge Metherson orders halt on new suits until the motion is heard, while the state vows to press settlements. Separate dispatches note cannibal deaths in Neumeckleubture, a Delaware shooting by a marshal, and a Cleveland home robbery targeting a construction company president.
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Katsashty
Jefferson City
SLO
Missouri Pocitte Railroad
Jett T. Slarker
Allesel
Leen
Judee Lisith Metherson
Ansas City
Janu Lu
Missouri
Harker
Decleion
Woman Attacks Priest in Confessional at Holy Cross
In Minneapolis a woman entered Holy Cross church under the pretense of confession and assaulted Rev. Henry Jajeski by throwing a handful of red pepper into his eyes. Separately, James G. Hill, 72, former supervising architect for the Treasury and designer of the Bureau of Printing and Engraving and Government Printing Office, has died in Washington DC.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Holy Cross Church
Henry Jajeski
U. S. Printing Bureau
Washington, DC
James GG. Hill
Treasury Department
Bureau of Printing and Engraving
Government Printing Office
Independent lines praised by officials over new trunk line use
Washington attorney general Mc Reynolds said many independent telephone firms in the United States welcome the agreement the so called telephone trust reached with the department of justice. The pact allows use of thousands of miles of trunk lines operated by the Bell company.
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Washington
McReynolds
United States
Department of Justice
Bell Company
Irish Arrivals Hit 30,789 This Year in London
Statistics published cover the first WW months of the year showing immigration depleting the UK population by 36,000 monthly. The figures indicate a strong preference among Irishmen for emigration to the United States.
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London
United Kingdom
United States
Panama Canal Steamer Launched at Stettin
A large turbine steamer for the Panama canal service of the Arm burg American line was launched at Stettin, christened Admiral von Tirpitz. The vessel is set to achieve a speed of 1 knots.
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Stettin
Germany
Admiral von Tirpitz
Cuban Women Seek Vote Organizing in New York State
Cuban women in New York organize for suffrage after guidance from Mrs. Ray ond Brown, president of the New York State Suffrage Association, who is asked to send delegates.
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New York
Rayond Brown
Jury Out 65 Hours Disagrees
Ottawa TA court records show a five hour jury deliberation in the UPF Krouse embezzlement case. No deputy sheriff was charged as the panel failed to reach a verdict in La Salle County.
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Ottawa
la Salle County
UPF Krouse
Twins Born to Suffragist in Forest Hills Home
Twin girls born to Beatrice Forbes-Robertson Hale, actress and suffragist, at the family home in Forest Hills. Her niece of the Campus actor is noted. The birth highlights ongoing women's rights era figures in New York society.
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New York
Beatrice Forbes-Robertson Hale
Forest Hills
Morier acquitted in Lakewood murder verdict
Joseph Morier ity, also called William J. Jochin, was found not guilty by a jury of murdering Mrs. Caroline Turarer, wife of a gardener on George Gould estate at Lakewood New Jersey.
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Toms River
N. J
Joseph Morierity
William J. Jochin
Caroline Turarer
George Gould
Lakewood
Will Dissolve to Avert Trust Suit Plan for Telephone Trust Settlement
Washington reports Attorney General McReynolds released details of a voluntary plan by the American Telephone and Telegraph Company to dissolve the telephone trust under the Sherman act. The move would end monopoly through separation, sell Western Union stock, and place toll lines for universal service, with President Wilson expressing approval.
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Washington, D. Oc
McTwnolis
American Telephonie and Telegraph Company
Telephone Trust
Waititrust
Combine
Western Union Telegraph Company
Department of Justice
Hig
Trust Buster
G. C. Todd
Wilson
McReynolds
Telephone Company
Burleson
Union Penalty Upheld Against Hatters of North America
New York court of appeals affirms Loewe & Co. verdict against the United Hatters Union for 252,080 with interest and costs. The decision sustains a prior judgment, confirming antitrust applicability to interstate union activities and affirming damages tied to strikes and losses claimed by Loewe & Co.
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Vic
United States Court Oor
Fae Mows
Thinbury
Loewe & Co
Jhidee Cone
T No Trades Union
American Federation of Labor
Fourth Trial For Dr Hyde In Missouri Murder Case
Dr Hyde to face a fourth trial in Kansas City on a charge of murdering Col Thos H Swope. The announcement from Floyd Jacobs, a county prosecutor, notes the third trial ended in a jury disagreement and confirms the court will cover the fourth trial’s press costs after earlier financial doubts.
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Tz &K. Clark lHivde
Col Thos. H. Swope
Floyd Jchobs
Hyde
Nowlan commits suicide to avoid forgery trial
Henry J. Nowlan, a Peoria attorney tied to Hindi defendants in Indianapolis dynamite cases, killed himself by stepping in front of a Chicago Burlington & Quincy train at Galva while en route from Kansas City after reading a Peoria page about a warrant for forging Winn’s name on a $2 loan note to secure funds from the Dime Savings and Trust company.
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Henry J. Nowlan
Indianapolis
Galva
Nowlan
Kansas City
Wlw. Winn
Stark County
Dime Savings and Trust Company
Wilson Chooses Gulfport Cottage for Vacation
President Wilson plans to spend part of his winter vacation at Pass Christian Mississippi. A Washington telegram to judge Tudge W Wardy asks him to locate a furnished cottage suitable for occupancy by the president.
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Pass Christian
Vardaman
Gulfport
Miss
Wilson
Tudge W. W. Wardy
Senatoer Vardanmian
Washington
Oklahoma clerk guilty of embezzlement in district court
Larry Jake, former clerk of the district court in Muskogee Oklahoma, was found guilty of embezzling 2000 in court funds. He received a two year sentence in the penitentiary and was ordered to pay a fine of 100.
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Muskogee
tHlarry Jake
Child Killed in Accident At Cypress Junction
Litike Hock, Ark Fred Webbber, the year old son of Rev EL Webber, was accidentally shot and killed when a gun was loaded by a competing person. The incident occurred at Cypress Junction, leaving the father Jert Webber grieving.
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Litike Hock
Ark
Fred Webbber
EL Webber
Cypress Junction
Winds Editor Acquitted In Mont Auburn Murder Trial
Taylorville editor Al-Fuay T. of Mount Auburn Tribune was acquitted of murdering Mont Auburn Mayor B. F. Windsor after a jury deliberated all night. The trial drew regional attention and ended with an unexpected verdict.
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Winds
Taylorville
Church Fire Blamed on Militants in Liverpool
Police blamed militant suffragettes for a fire that badly damaged Staines church in Liverpool. Pews were destroyed the pipe organ damaged and the interior was disfigured.
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Liverpool
Staines
Prpe
Peary Lecture Made Accessible for Blind in New York
In New York a special tactile image aided over 500 blind attendees to follow Rear Admiral Robert E. Peary’s lecture at the Museum of Natural History. The Arctic regions already explored were depicted with raised reliefs and dot patterns for clarity.
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New York
Robert Ss. Peary
Museum of Natural History
Arctic
Fence Proposal to Bar Mexican Boundary Attracts Debate
A Senate bill by Senator Ashurst proposes a barbed wire fence along the Mexican border to deter deer incursions into the United States. The measure would appropriates funds to cover the project costs.
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Washington
Ashurst
Resort Inmates Cant Vote
Chicago legal note finds resort inmates cannot qualify as voters in alderman election. Jade Owen argues the law treats fraudulent resorts as illegal, thus disqualifying those confined there from voting. Local officials weigh implications for upcoming ballots.
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Chicago
Jade Owen
Strawberries Found Growing in Michigan December
A December strawberry find near Muskegon Michigan reports luscious near ripe berries growing in Norton township on a farm owned by J. E. Hughes. The discovery highlights unusual fruiting conditions observed by locals.
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Michigan
Muskegon
Mich
Norton
J. E. Hughes
Salvation Army Home Fire In Cincinnati Leaves Five Dead
A Salvation Army home for men in Cincinnati suffered a devastating blaze likely caused by arson. Five men were confirmed dead and many others reported missing as investigators estimate property losses near 100000.
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Cincinnati
Salvation Army
U S Owned Wires Urged By Burleson To Regain Control
Washington March Burleson calls for government ownership of telephone and telegraph lines and argues the postal service is now self supporting since 1854. He urges Congress to consider taking over telegraph and possibly telephones, citing past government operation and the need to curb private monopoly.
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Washington, D. C
Burleson
Congress
Tietiern Burleson
Postoffice Department
Nes
Telelane Dines
Postugisier Cetert
Piastolhivs
Postal Service
Ois
Ambitious White House guest rooms added to mansion
The article notes that to avoid a Taft era embarrassment Mrs. Wilson plans five additional guest rooms at the Executive Mansion. Previously the number of bedrooms was limited to two or three, but this winter the First Lady will be able to invite friends without fear of shortage.
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Washington
25 Bodies Taken From Vulcan Mine Disaster
Newcastle Colorado reports 25 bodies recovered from the Vulcan mine with 137 men killed in the blast. Three more bodies found in the west entry rooms. New arrivals fill in at surrounding camps as work continues until all bodies are recovered. Plans include a general funeral and burial at the site cemetery, where relatives of 1896 victims mourn.
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Newcastle
Colo
Vulcan
Rocky Mountain Fuel Company
West Entry
Illinois editor acquitted in mayoral murder case
Taylorville report states Mount Anhorn Tribune editor Slate was acquitted of murdering Mayor Windsor of Mount Anhorn. The jury deliberated long after a heated dispute over politics. Windsor allegedly threatened Slate, who then fled after the attack.
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Taylorville
St—Jay 2D
Slate
Mount Anhorn
Dress Reform Spreads in Decatur School Policy
Decatur UIL-N-ray and slit skirts and transparent stockings were barred at a Charleston Gieh school during a special session of the faculty. Teachers say the dress code became shocking and called for a stop to scanty attire. London report notes former British ambassador Bryce subject of a prominent peer pageant. San Francisco: two masked men robbed a men’s club, stealing 1100 dollars and jewelry valued at 200, then fled as patrons scattered.
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UIL
Charleston
London
Zee Oon Fanless Bryce
Washinston
Girl’s Suiter Slain by Father in Local Incident
A father, 45, killed his daughter in a domestic tragedy at 727 The mowsts Lab and Loman Rie. 25, with authorities detailing the events after an inquiry. Police say the case centers on the family relationship and the violent outcome near their residence.
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Mowsts
Loman Rie
Is Mead
Ag Eidawrd
Resaltoof
Oyer
Vietnas
Mae
Luyer
Mitchel and McCall Dine Together at Knights Dinner
In New York John Purras Mitche and Malware E. McCall, noted figures in the recent military campaign, sat beside each other at a dinner held in Mitchells honor by the Knights of Columbus. The event underscored postwar respect for their service and shared a moment of camaraderie among veterans.
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McCall
New York
John Purras
Mitche
E. McCall
Sid
Mitchell
Knights of Columbus
Mob lynches Slayer in Williston jail breakout
Frank Cuthbert, accused of murdering three members of the Wilson family on a northern Williston farm, was lynched by a mob that broke into the jail. The incident ends a high profile case that stirred local tensions and raised questions about law enforcement response.
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Williston
N. T
Frank Cuthbertsom
Wilson
Here
Quits Wife to Wed Affinity and Leave Ministry
Divorce suit in Henry county reveals minister A A Stewart, formerly of Clinton First Baptist, left his ministry to wed a younger woman from Hopkins. His wife seeks alimony of 75 per month after a scandal and church leaders urged him to stay. The judge’s ruling hinges on alimony terms as the case proceeds.
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Ciiator
A. A. Stewart
Henne County
Stewart
First Baptist Church
Clinton
Hopkins
Dudge Calvard
Henry
Indiana
Extradition Sought for Alexander Licht to St Louis
Gov Major issues requisition on Massachusetts to return Alexander Gaidzakain alias Alexander Licht, Shakespearean teacher and impersonator, from Boston. Light allegedly embezzled $110 from pupil Helen Weber and cashed it at Lowell bank in St Louis on March 12 1913. He fled after bonding out in 800, later arrested in Boston. agent William B L Wood plans extradition fight.
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Jefferson City
tGov
Overtier
Massachusetts
St. Louis
Alexander Gaidzakain
Alexander Licht
Boston
William BL Wood
Light
Helen Weber
Lowell Bank
Wood
Court tests constitutionality of Teeethots act on excise board
Two writs filed in St. Louis county circuit court challenge the act creating the county excise board. Charles A. Jackson seeks renewal of a dramshop license, granted June 16 and expiring December 17. Robert C. Hornhberg denied renewal. Writs are returnable.
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Clayton
St. Louis
Sam
Sentence Change in Murder Case Draws Life Term
Edward Wilson, convicted of first degree murder, had verdict set aside and was sentenced to life in prison. Attorneys entered a plea of guilty to second degree murder and the penalty was fixed at four years.
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Multon
Jude
David I Harris
Furs
Edward Wilson
Edeires
Wilson
Extradition Requested for James Hall by Jefferson County
Gov Major issued a requisition of the governor of Oklahoma for the extradition of James Hall wanted in St. Louis to renew the case for large bail. He is held at Shawnee on charges related to stealing money and a bank transfer.
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St. Louis
Jefferson
Major
Oklahon
James Hall
Shawnee
Trameset Mills of
St. Lasts
Superintendent launches first of several fire waste reduction meetings
The superintendent of insurance announces the first meeting under departmental guidance to address fire waste reduction. State districts have been divided for upcoming meetings with debates and selections of delegates to be held at Springheid. The event will gather attendees and officials to discuss aims and progress.
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Jeferser
Springheid
Ancient and tastaste habit spans world History
The practice described as ancient and universal extends across all races from polar regions to distant southern islands and coexists with human history from earliest records, reflecting a longstanding cultural custom observed worldwide.
Feudists Burn Four Homes in Howell County Village
Masked, armed men from Springticks Fifteen attacked Old Horton in Howell County, burning four Collins houses and warning residents to flee. They beat several family members, including a blind mother, and forced removal of children before setting fires. Ten people were told to leave, and none were recognized. The Collins clan, about 200 strong, has a long feud history.
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Collins
Old Horton
Howell County
Collinses
Jane Collins
Maraulee Collins
Osage River Bridge Rivalry Shapes Cross State Route
Jefferson City reports growing rivalry between Chamois and Linn in Osage County over a proposed Osage river bridge funded by Cole and Osage counties. Site choice would determine the southern route of the cross state highway via Challois or Linn, Lisletown, or Wade’s Ferry, tied to county appropriations.
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Jefferson City
Chamois
Linn
Osage County
Osage River
Cole
Osage
Osere
Challois
Lisletown
Wades
Missouri Student Acquitted in Illegal Voting Case
Fulton briefs report that JB L Josee, a University of Missouri student, was acquitted by a jury of illegal voting. The verdict ends prosecutions of three students with the remaining four suits to be dropped if an agreement had been reached before trial.
Kansas City Women End Egg Boycott Banquet Resolution
Members of the Kansas City Athenaeum, a group of prominent women, held a seated banquet and heard speeches denouncing egg shippers for maintaining high prices. They unanimously adopted a resolution to refrain from egg purchases until prices decrease.
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Kansas City
Kansas City Athenaeum
Mrs Ensnec’s Fatal Road Accident Near Bellflower
Mopitemery City reports Mrs Ensnec wife of a Bellflower dentist died in a road accident on the Bellflower road. Witness Eames says the woman, supported by one hand, was struck when a vehicle turned and overturned, throwing her from the cart. She was pronounced dead at a nearby farmhouse.
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Mary FE
Vix
Mopitemery
Ensnec
Bellflower
Mondas
Sirs
Eames Heaun
Dnivita
Turner
Daneh Cer
W. Kamp
Yell Flower
Hard to enthuse over a man who takes advantage
An editorial remarks on a figure accused of exploiting other men's failures and questions public enthusiasm for such actions. The piece cites local sentiment and hints at scrutiny of the individual’s motives and integrity.
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Lowisside ConrierdJournal
Quote by Butler on duty and resolve
An educated man is defined as one who does what he ought to do when he ought to do it, regardless of his desire. The quote emphasizes discipline, moral integrity, and commitment to obligation over personal preference.
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Nicholas Murray Butler
Nature's law guiding work and sacrifice for tenderness
A reflective statement on enduring duty and sacrifice, asserting that human effort aims to protect and fuse with tenderness as a guiding principle.
Hotel for panaries built by two Berliners
A hotel designed for panaries features eleaaters, cleetsheries, a Winter garden and a fountain built by two Berliners, showcasing a compact but stylish private hospitality project in the city.
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Berliner
Humor of the Cloth and Witty Clerical Tales
A collection of amusing anecdotes about bishops and archbishops. Potters quip on angels and bearded men sparks recall of similar stories about Dr Creighton Gore Magee Temple and Archbishop Temple. The piece notes Lady Southwark's Reminiscences and a Somersetshire rector pig remark.
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New York
Kingdom of Heaven
T. Selby Tierney
St. George
Brentford
Creighton
Gore
Oxford
Hirmingham
Archbishop Magee
Archbishop Temple
Temple
London
Twin Soldiers Swap Caps To Evade Guards
Twin Paris regiment volunteers are identical in appearance. One man, confined in bar racks, swapped caps with his brother using the regimental number to slip past guards. The colonel orders Bonhomme even-numbered to shave and grow nothing, while Bonhomme odd-numbered grows beard and mustache and has hair cut short.
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Paris
Bonhomme
Daily Mail
Husband Boosts Alimony Case in New York Supreme Court
Samuel Pelz a cotton goods merchant of 160 Canal street and his wife Rose Pelz were separated in 1908 under a settlement fixing alimony at 5000. Rose Pelz seeks divorce with Fannie Lefkowicz as corespondent. Pelz agreed to pay 1000 alimony and fees after court order.
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Supreme Court
Crone
Giegerich
New York
Samuel Pelz
Canal Street
Rose Pelz
Pelz
Fannie Lefkowicz
Glege Tich
Cadet’s Language Charge Sparks Wit at Penn Military College
A cadet officer faced a language charge from a faculty member. During explanations, he explained a guard inspection mishap by saying the rifle’s lock pinched his finger and he swore. The colonel removed the mark and reported the officer’s quip to the corps, recounting the incident with humor.
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Pennsylvania Military College
Auaters
Boston's oldest schoolteacher John Kneeland turns ninety two
Boston's veteran educator John Kneeland, age ninety two, remains in robust health and continues daily reading and walking. He began teaching before the Civil War and tutored on until 1964, keeping a 60 year diary without a single day skipped. He comments on President Wilson and reflects on family milestones including a granddaughter's birthday.
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John Kneeland
Wilson
Te Dawehter
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