13 Nov 1908
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Newspaper
Reno Evening Gazette
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
1
A wealthy New York financier dies after being shot three times while being taken to hospital, as a quick capture follows a murder linked to financial strife. Authorities label the case a result of business troubles, with focus on connections to the Third National Bank and local merchants.
In Huntington a man named Charles Thomas reportedly threatened officers and cut his throat to avoid detention. He claimed involvement in a prior robbery and denied other accusations while in custody, with police noting injuries and ongoing investigation.
Lieutenant Edwin E. Dodd, previously in command of a torpedo boat group at Mare Island, was acquitted by the court martial after being charged with carelessness leading to a harbor fire. The panel found he took precautions when discharging gasoline to prevent a blaze that caused two tugs to burn and two men to drown.
New York November 18 James Stillman president of National City Bank known as Standard Oil Bank is reported as controlling owner of The Outlook where Roosevelt is to become a contributing editor after leaving office. Outlook officials refuse to reveal stockholder identities or ownership details citing private status. Stillman currently in Paris reports indicate no recent change in control.
Defense in the Lamphere murder case suffers a setback as evidence is admitted after the judge signals the trial's progression. The defendant’s stance hinges on contested items and testimonies, with prosecutors arguing for the relevance of certain documents and expert input while the defense challenges admissibility and credibility.
Dorr, once halted amid allegations, plans to restart operations in New York. He proposes to settle with creditors by paying a portion in cash and the rest from future profits, hoping to continue business with his partners.
Sacramento reports Governor Gillette sent a cordial invitation for Judge Taft to visit California and stay long before his inauguration. Meanwhile Tur in 12 brae pale Abrugal go to Milan and back, discussing progress on jewels ordered for Miss Titkins and consulting with Queen Mia Bhorna's household on the queen-mother's stance.
Denver report states Judge Robert Be Lew is grants Goldfield Mohawk Mining Co about 20008 in lost high grade ore from Coldfield and nearby mines. The ruling finalizes the suit against Wells Bargeroxpress Co over ore shipped from Caifield station to Puchio and recovered through replevin.
Raymond Tohenek and partners faced multiple indictments based on claims by three young girls. The district attorney publicly stated there is little likelihood of convicting Hitehcock on the new charges amid motions for dismissal. Hitehcock’s arrest and trial aroused theatrical circles. Whiston confessed to false testimony and faces perjury charges.
New York report says Frank EB Wood, son of Fred J Wool formerly secretary of Virginia, is dying from a bullet wound at Trinity hospital after being found with a revolver in a boarding house on West Party Street. He had previously married an actress, later separated, and faced health issues.
In Nashville, Tenn on November 13 a grand jury returned indictments against Robin Cooper Cot id Cooper and ex Sheriff John D Chamne charging them with the murder of Benatar E W Carmack.
Frances J. Menes, a prosecutor in the Ruef graft case, was shot in the San Francisco courtroom by Morris Haas, a venireman. Menes lay wounded as Haas, a Jewish saloon keeper and ex convict, was seized after the attack during a recess.
In Yekaterinburg on November 13 a gang of twenty five attempted to raid a railroad train carrying a quarterly shipment of 12.5 million dollars in specie to St Petersburg. Five attackers were arrested one killed, a gendarme and bystander wounded, others escaped.
New York reports Professor Harrington, once chief of the U S Weather Bureau and a noted scholar, missing for nearly ten years, thought to be housed in Morris Plains asylum. His son Raymond and wife pursued the clue after a western paper sparked identification when he failed to reveal his name.
A chaotic Chicago trial narrative centers on Miss Otis accused of plotting a murder for hire with alleged conspirators. Recorded statements describe a $2500 bribe, a staged abduction, and police investigations linking Hebert Stelonen and others to the scheme.
The note argues clothes are judged by fit style quality and tailoring rather than diction or claims. It promotes returning a suit if unsatisfied and highlights winter wear like hose underwear gloves overcoats raincoats as essential shopping items.
Local shop Baker and Baker emphasizes quality in its products and service. Readers are invited to visit the store for reliable selections, competitive prices, and steady community support.
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