Life term verdict in Steen case shocks Lexar County
Jury in the Steen case found NAN STERN, a Negro, guilty of murder and recommended life imprisonment. The trial, held in the 45th Court at Wooddek, followed a bitterly contested battle with five attorneys, involving accusations, confessions, and dramatic testimony about a December incident. Steen had appeared in court multiple times in separate matters, with the case drawing intense public interest and appeals history.
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Nan Stern
Albert Tigs
Uniterane
Wil
Wooddek
Dolihuraliod
Amoltiue
Sherif
Tim
Court of Criminal Appeals
Lexar
SI Steen
Wass
Steen
Hag
Steen Hae
Selection of Yeager's Jury Completed in Trials
Jury selection concluded for Os F. Yeager accused of assault and murder at the Tern Palace Inn. Judge Ed Rolent, ex-city detective, faces bribery allegations as motions for severance and new trial were debated. Yeager previously found not guilty in a prior trial.
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Yeager
Sililam Kaltman
Tolay Olin Yeager
Nia
Henry Fearer
Biktmother
Sth
Esterday
Knight
Ryighe
Oris Yeager Firat
Twigs Anderson
Ale Eengon
Veterans Compensation Bill Nears Enactment In 1922
In Indianapolis a telegram from MacNider National Commander says the adjusted World War I veterans compensation bill will be completed within days and take effect in July 1922 The message credits Senator McCamber of North Carolina and Representative Pordney of Michigan for introducing the measure in the Senate and House The Legion executive committee confirmed party support in Washington
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Indianapolis
Ind
Tuly
America
Hanford Nider
MacNider
McCamber
North Ca
Senate
Pordney
Pfeiffer Mayor While Black Is Hunting
During Mayor Black’s hunting trip in Mexico with Mayor Holmcombe of Houston and officials from Houston and San Antonio, John Pfeiffer, Commissioner of Taxation, is mentioned amid the absence of the mayor and other city officials.
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Mayor Black
Mexico
Holcombe
Houston
San Antonio
John P. Pfeif
Woman Landry Wouldn't Kill May Visit U S
Confused report notes Mo Ferande Segret and Henny Landry, a figure tied to a Germanine title, in a wartime tale about a wife who allegedly ordered killings of multiple wives and a son. The piece hints at a move to the United States and references an actress-labeled figure in the strange fabric of the event.
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MO Ferande Segret
Weiner
Shom Henny Landry
Grintaine
United States
Jitney ordinance debate stalls extension plan
Citizens reject extension of the transit ordinance as the City Commission votes to extend the law to February. The public balks at proposed terms, while the Jitney committee seeks a conference among Public Service Company, officials, and the public to preserve jitney service with lower fares and protect the traction company interests. Continued on Page Two.
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Bucause
Sis Avronia
Jown BP. Pfeiffer
Tobn P. Tesfier
Ray Lambert
Parke
Palle Property
Disney
Wright
Phil Wright
Fire and Police
Uring Weiscussion
Wright Rasily
Traction Company
Jitney
Flame shrouded body of Adolph Bitpert found in stable
The flame shrouded body of Adolph Bitpert was found in a stable behind the Duerler Pecan House on Herff Street by restaurant owner L. Rodriguez. A .45 caliber pistol lay nearby and Edna Bupert identified the deceased as her father. Police investigate suspect timing and ignition linked to Bitpert’s restaurant.
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Adolph Bitpert
Herff Street
Duerler
Eerny
L. Rodriguez
Edna Bupert
Rodrigues
Lupert
Wan Pert
Nody
Bitpert
Amazon army riots strike hard in Kansas coal town
Rioting women and relatives of strikers attacked six mines in southern Kansas. Red pepper pricks, stones and fists drove miners from work as mobs shouted to run out “traitors.” Leaders vowed to seize the district’s mines, with American flags carried at the head of the attackers.
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Irard
Kan
Kansas
Etvven
Careriad
Jitney Inspector Suspended Pending Hearing
Mayor suspends J B Swift, former city detective and jitney inspector, after charges filed today. Chief Martin and Sheriff Tobin discussed the case, with Swift appearing at the police station at 1:30 p.m. and receiving a written suspension notice.
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Hief
Martin
J. B. Swift
Phil Wright
Tobin
Black
Swift
California Woman Burned to Death in Apparent Fire Attack
A California woman, Mrs. P. Swain, proprietor of an upholstery store, is burned to death in an apparent arson. A fire at her home and the Hinmac Fuel and Prod Company warehouse nearby caused extensive destruction. No motive is known.
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Southern
California
7. P. Swain
No Amnesty Expected for Political Prisoners Before Christmas
Washington reports indicate no general amnesty for political prisoners before Christmas, with Justice Department starting reviews on about two dozen cases. President undecided on clemency, though Debs case not clearly included. Authorities caution on timing or scope of potential pardons.
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Washington
D.C
Department of Justice Ta
Debs
Eight Die in Michigan House Fire Kills Father and Seven Children
A Michigan family perished in a house fire with eight dead including seven children aged one to ten. The father is presumed dead, the mother survived but was near death, and two infants were hospitalized along with four others in grave condition at Highland Park General Hospital. The nearest phone was miles away and the rural home was on a country road, delaying firefighting efforts.
Quash Indictment In Assault Case Against Woman
The 45th District Court quashed the indictment against Bestia SteClain charged with criminal assault on a minor, ruling the form failed to show how she was connected to the crime. The court acted after the defense argued the indictment did not specify her involvement. In a separate item, armed bandits robbed the Half Way Bank of Half Way, Michigan, of up to $15,000 and fled.
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Taylor
45Th District Court
Ludy
Bestia SteClain
Rowrt
EB Rimdmens
Michigan Bank
Detroit
Micka Dee
Half Way
Nich
Harding Won't Ask Senate to Ratify Pacific Pact
Washington report says President Harding will not hurry to submit the Pacific treaty ratification to the Senate. Officials cite desire to avoid haste and allow Senators time to study the accord. Delegates from the United States Britain France and Japan signed the pact to replace the Anglo-Japanese alliance for ten years.
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Harding
U. S. Senate
George
White House
Senate
Telter
British Empire
France
Japan
Furnitre
United States
Wagboa
Henry Cater Ladee
Mihm Rootadi
Ostar W. Caderwood
Shore
Arthur J. It
Auckland
Geddessnd
Joe of Parcham
Great Britain
Robert Borden
Canna
Sanutar Geoese Fy Pearce
Australia
J. Siamnond
New Zealand
Astric
Nwa
Wrence
Mai Shried
Prince Totard
Baron Kata
Anbussadtor Shideharhad M. Hauihata
Poreign Amaira
Lumlen
Stile Department
Sidney South
Stary Department
Serena
Taule
Savoy
Eddie
United States of America
Pleads Guilty To Violations Of Narquor Laws
A federal court hears pleas from first offenders warning that second appearances will bring new terms and third violations lead to the penitentiary. Laura Montanin discharged for possessing a bull and several gallons of wine, brandy, and other intoxicants. Several defendants face fines and potential prison with varied observations from the court and district attorney Hartman about prior records and conduct.
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Pederal Gonrt Todas. Oy
West
Vyner
Mier
Laura Montanin
Joe Oveliin
Buch
Yarmer
Hartmant
Guch
Buen
Albright
Mechler
Acmy Post
Dai Techler
Santiago Ding
Bachetor
Dent
Bexay County
Alleen
Fun Allen
O Connor hunt shift to Milwaukee in wide manhunt
Chicago detectives pursue O Connor across Wisconsin amid reports of a fugitive in Milwaukee. Five officers injured in a crash while chasing leads as authorities weigh new gun origin details from former trusted aide Fogarty. Descriptions linked to Edward Dar Yow and Frank Laporte, with others cleared, and a push to prevent O Connor from being recaptured.
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Ucago
O'Connor
Chicago
Mareford
Wia
O'Conner
Charles B. Cook
Che
Wisconsin
Ciiuago
Bla
Edward Dar- Yow
Frunk Laporte
Trontie
Cook County
Tommy
Milowaukee
Hughes Ye
Edward A. Hanson
Milwauker
Beroun Werth
Hanson
Stanig
Cammy
Pollen Ic
Thurgdar de Gautier
Arhich
Wader
Fogarty
Hessare O'Conner
Tugeh
Iogarty
Alan
Drige
Milwaukee
W. der
Connoc
Deere
Mexican authorities seize American fishing vessel Manel
The fishing vessel Manel and its crew were seized by Mexican authorities amid a dispute over whether the ship operated within Mexican territorial waters. The incident prompted a State Department briefing in Washington as the ship’s captain faced penalties and questions about applicable regulations.
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Manel
Tegal
San Pedro
Cal
State Department
Caprata
Wtp Max
Street’s Fancy Dress Ball Ticket Sale Draws Big Crowd
A large ticket sale for the Annual Fancy Dress Empty Stocking Ball at the Quarter Hotel Saturday 2 to 5 pm aims to raise funds for needy children. Ruth Bishop leads in tickets with several rivals close behind as 5 gold pieces and prize notices spark competition among about 5,000 participants and families.
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Waterway
Nane
Guarter Hotel
Ruth Bishop Seles
Fragmentary Local Notice From Deteriorated Text
Fragmented OCR snippet shows references to church groups and a person named Ruth Johnson Sewing Circle. The readable lines touch on community contributions and religious figures, with unclear context and many garbled terms. No cohesive event or date emerges from the readable text.
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