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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1926

Page

12

Aimee Semple McPherson Seeks Innocence Through Faith

In Los Angeles on December 11, Aimee Semple McPherson urged thousands of followers that Jesus will prove her innocence despite strong evidence. She recounted a driving incident and linked perseverance to her case, while investigators reported seven reddish hair strands found on Kenneth Ormiston’s overcoat tied to a blue coupe discovered in Oakland.

Miller Holland U.S Los Angeles Wweill Aimee Semple Pherson Angelus Temple Jesus Ber Mc“Pherson Kenneth G. Ormiston Ormiston Oakland Orniston

Fugitive and Letter Tie Ormiston to McPherson Case

Kenneth G. Ormiston, former Angelus Temple radio operator, is linked to a letter intercepted by police alleged to be from Mrs. Aimee Semple McPherson to Ormiston. Authorities say the pair stayed in a Cartaeal California “love cottage” after McPherson’s disappearance, and hairs found today may connect them as final evidence linking Ormiston to the case.

Kenneth G. Ormiston Angelus Temple Aimee Semple McPherson Los Angeles Torney Asa G. Keyes Asa Keyes Ormiston Mrs. McPherson Tael Cal Love Cottage Attornney J Dennison Benedict Carmel-by the-Sea Aimee

Ormiston on the Run in McPherson Case

Fugitive Ormiston registers at the Wedgewood hotel in Chicago then moves about the city, arranging bond talks with his attorney Edward A. Martin while maintaining silence on the Benedict cottage affair. He earlier traveled from Harrisburg with a driver and five armed escorts, later transfering to a train and reaching Chicago. The story notes his bond talk and continued public appearances as his case unfolds.

Wedgewood Hotel Chicago Ormiston Edward A Martin Harrishntz Harrisburg Keyes Washington Ormixton Tommy O'Connor Billy the Kid Pittsburgh Mr. Ormiston Alliance Ohio Plymouth Ind

Leather travel accessories and collar bags offered

The description lists toilet cases in ambre shell or pearl in black stain leather that detach as a case. It mentions two blouse cases for women travelers not needing fittings, best black ern leather options, round edge style lined in blue or gray silk, and a range of cowhide leather products with four pockets. Also notes leather collar bags in brown or black with silk lining.

Kmart

WIFE FREED SLEW BIS

A Kansas City judge ruled justifiable homicide in a case where Blanche Richmond killed 17 year old Carrie Sparks after discovering Sparks with her husband Harry Richmond in a lodging house. The preliminary hearing dismissed the case after evidence showed Sparks threatened Richmond and others.

Kansas City Dee Blanche Richmond Harry Richmond Carrie Sparks Benanti Miss Sparks Richmond

Lions Orchestra to Perform for Orphans Home

The Lions Field orchestra of junior school children will present a program for the Protestant Orphans Home at the field on December 22. Mrs. D. B. Mayes, musical director, announced. The first rehearsal occurred Friday at the field and included a post practice weiner roast. Members listed include Mildred Smith on saxophone William Nobles on trumpet BitNie Lehr on banjo and Archie Goss on drums.

Lions’ Field Orchestra. Com DB. B. Mayes Mildred Smith William Nobles Bit Nie Lehr Archie ‘Goss

Extravagant Holiday Bargains In Toy and Gift Section

A garbled catalog of holiday toys and gifts lists decorated drums, small Xmas tree sets with bulbs, Mama Dolls with pretty faces, American Flyer train sets, steel casters, scooters, construction wagons and dolls with hats. Prices span from 15 cents to $2.25, with assorted styles and colors highlighted amid promotional wording.

American Flyer

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