Wock Bros. Co Fire Destroys Entire Stock on Main Street
A backdraft from a furnace caused a blaze at Wock Bros. Co on Main Street just before noon destroying the clothing stock. Firefighters fought through heavy smoke, with Chief Grier and two men overcome, water supply stretched, and the fire under control by 2:30 PM. The building suffered heavy damage including a collapsed main floor. Continued on Page 4.
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Eck Bros. Company
Main Street
Ie Orime
Charles Hastthe
Focal
Chlief Grierther
Ene
Fremen
C. Stem Humphreys
Neck Bros. Company
New York
Daugherty Retains Chamberlain Howland for Senate Inquiry
United States Attorney General Harry M. Daugherty announces he has retained former Oregon Senator Chamberlain and Cleveland attorney Pearl Howland to advise on the senate investigation. The announcement was conveyed in a telegram to Senator William B. Walte of Ohio. The telegram referenced the day’s developments and noted the participation of the new counsel in the inquiry.
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Chicago
Harry M. Daugherty
United States
Chamberlain
Oregon
Peal Howland
Cleveland Attornry
Senate
Counse
Henater
Walle
Ohsen
Yiemil
Jon
Atterses
Feggert
Washington
A. P
Daugherty
Coslidge
Ohio
Weald Enfranchises Women in Leap Year Vote Debate
London leap year day debate on enfranchising all women 21 or older would nearly double the electorate from about 6.9 million voters to an estimated 13 million, with Labor and many Liberals in favor and Conservatives largely opposed. Ex premier Asquith backs the plan.
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London
A. Po—Iif
House of Commons
Great Britain
Asquith
Pronen
Afraid To Take Our Life Shot By Chas
Authorities probe the deaths of Thomas Shenton and James Warmkessel of Wharton School of Finance at the University of Pennsylvania. Bodies with chest gunshot wounds found yesterday. police speculate a suicide pact with Warmkessel killed by Shenton before a self-inflicted shot. Investigation linked to campus social circles and local events.
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Chas
Pottstown
A P
Thomas Shenton
James Warmkessel
Wharton School of Finance
Universty of
Stage Set For Final Vote On Tax Schedule
Washington officials say the House prepared to pass the revenue bill today as leaders from both parties pursued last minute talks. Insurgent Republicans eyed a compromise rate plan to swing the balance and avoid delays, with open questions on reopening amendments to allow their alternative schedule.
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Washington
House
Era
Wiscanan
French Surgeons Duel With Swords
Two surgeons clashed with swords in Geneva yesterday during a private duel linked to a medical dispute. The combatants, Messin and Braga, reportedly lunged and parried until a raised blade struck, but the outcome remains unsettled amid medical supervision and a tense scene at Assour.
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Geneva
Messin
Sarge
Elie Braga
Assour
Woman Kills After Love Disappointments in Seattle
The Associated Press reports Valle Bel arco Martin of Seattle and Milweekee killed, after misgivings about love and theatrical failures. A horse flees after she returns from supper. Witnesses say he blamed the marriage for ruin and strangled her. The couple’s friends recall a strained relationship and looming separation.
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Associated Press
New York
Valle Belarco Martin
Seattle
Milweekee
Shienakesel
Mise Martin
Local Officials Sketch Resignation and Lawsuit Alert
In Pittsbareh the board contemplates legal action as E N Jones resigns as Police Superintendent. Mayor excused. President Winters mentions a summons to be issued later. The text notes unresolved questions and potential proceedings tied to the surrender of duties.
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Pittsbareh
Wayer
William A. Magee
E. N. Jones
Winters
Theft of Standard Measures Foiled
Feb 9 report details a failed theft of standard measures at a facility, with no injuries. Authorities investigated the nighttime incident, noting attempts to remove precise measuring equipment but stopping short of any successful collection.
Elaine Harris Resents Tales of Her Origin
Beverly D. Harris of Memphis testified in New York court about Elaine Harris's origins amid a crowded scene. Mrs Kleine Lee pleaded for Beverly Harris to admit her claimed lineage while Beverly denied misstatements and Beverly's remarks sparked a tense confrontation before Supreme Court Justice Weeden.
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Elaine Harris
New York
A. P
Denit P
Memphis
Mra Kleine Lee
Beverly D. Harris
Mra. Harris
McCoy
Supreme Court
Versatile Gertrude Impresses In Odd Baseball Tale
A playful note describes Gertrude as versatile and quick, likening her to catching a baseball fart with quick hands. The humorous remark hints at a lighthearted village anecdote.
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Gertrude
Globe Flyers Motors Lamet Meaica Feb 90 Signal Officer
The passage mentions WYZ as chief signal officer and a six hundred meter commercial wavelength for steamships. It cites Lamet Meaica and a February 90 date in a fragmented, era-specific telecommunication context.
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Lamet Meaica
House approves second reading of women’s suffrage bill
London reports the House of Commons passed the second reading by 88 to 72 extending franchise to women aged 21. The note cites the vote outcome as decisive, signaling progress in the battle for equal suffrage.
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London
A. R
House of Commons
Palmer Denies Involvement in Doheny Oil Inquiry
Former Attorney General Es ghtens committee testimony states he had no dealings with Doheny. Michel Palmer, acting AG, testifies he did not act for Albert Fall or in favor of Keel Schuyler. he also denies pressuring prosecutions and clarifies Zevely is an old friend.
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Ail Committee
Marty F. Sinclair
E. L
E. L. Doheny Jr
Doheny Oil
Albert B. Fall
Internoc
Security Investment Company
Doheny
Seiey
Michel Palmer
J. W. Zevely
Marcy Y. Laclair
Teleook
Chemics
Keel C. Schuyler
Macleir
Smoke Eaters radio tribute revives old government tune
A radio broadcast last night featured the band Veliva at Wilbur Cleans Veliva venue performing a government song about the Smoke Eaters who battle national fires. The performance revived memories of the era and drew attention to fire service traditions.
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Zien
Wilbur Cleans
Veliva
Velivas
Coening
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Coolidge
Taft
Weald Enfranchise
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Mer KE
Nete Feuend
Mayer
U.S
T & Fr
Prince
Slings
Prince of Wales
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Liberty
Motors
Globe Flyers
U.S. Army
Cleeling World
Philadelphia
Tetsons
R. L. Dollingn Company of Pennsylvania
Rkpel
Nelson
Wiecomsin
Hegree
Longworth
Lougherty
Columb
Sante
Cope
Moncey
Esghtens
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