Girl Weeps On Stand At Major's Trial
Grace Brandon testified about marriage rumors gifts from Major Charles A. Shepard after his wife’s death in 1928. She described flowers, jewels, a car, and letters exchanged during their affair at Fort Riley, and a court heard a letter urging her not to discuss their relationship. Witnesses noted Shepard’s gifts and pursuit contrasted with his wife’s condition and later remarriage plans.
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Mre
Alise Brandon
Sheppard
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Baller
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Richard J. Slopkins
Hap. Edius
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Tleno
Mine Brandon
Biajor
Miss Brandon
Sons of Love
Birdsell
J. Meafee
Abe
Thomas Maclhmlald
Sire
MacDon
Dinver
Colo
Cislobala
BR. Hochwater
Murray
Antonio
Enid Necok
Leath
Denver
Va Ae
Dha
Rokentys
Tam
Mador Shepard
Pim
Aed
Min
Brooke Field
Fourteen Held in Plot Against Chilean President
Police detained fourteen persons including professors students and merchants in connection with an attempt on President Col Carlos Ibanez on Tuesday night. Investigators said the group included teachers and local merchants among those rounded up in Santiago. The action follows a reported plot uncovered by authorities and details are being investigated.
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UPI
Bell
Amoce
Maeyere
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Col
Carlos Ibanez
Charities Receive Street Apple Drive Funds
Local volunteers collected from passersby at street corners and raised 5.76 dollars for the children's emergency relief fund through a spontaneous apple sale. The effort included a voluntary contribution drive by aiding citizens in Virginia.
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Children’s Emergency Relief Fond
Man Confesses to Killing of Wife in Austin
Police say Tom Carpenter, 47, confessed to detectives that he shot and killed his wife around 1 AM today, claiming the killing occurred sometime after midnight. The accused, detained by investigators, provided the confession amid ongoing inquiry in Austin.
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Austin
Tom Carpenter
Hie Fite
Verde County Auditor Named by District Judge
Dru RID Texay Dec 1k Aloci acerdisat has been appointed auditor for Verde County by District Judge Joseph Jones after the commissioners court found the county tax roll exceeded ten million four thousand and forty four dollars and requested the appointment.
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Dru
RID
Texay
Aloci
Acerdisat
Yael Verde
Joseph Jones
Commissioners Court
Unis
Mexican Foreign Minister Arrival Reported for City Visit
A Thursday report states Mexican Foreign Minister due in New York City en route from Mexico City amid European talks. Official E A Farr of the Missouri-Pacific line calls the visit significant for diplomatic and travel ties.
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Antonio
Meraico
New York City
E. A. Farr
Missouri-Pacific
Bank Cashier Found Dead in Arlington Tennessee
A bank cashier in Arlington Tennessee was found dead today with a bullet wound in the head. Authorities report a pistol and a ballet ward were found near the scene and an examination is underway to determine the cause.
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Ballet Memphis
Toho Talla
Bannier
The
Hank of Arlington
Arlington
Tenn
Ani Af‘sira
Atete
Clock Sales Show Heavy Increase In November
In Chicago the Hammond Clock company reported a heavy rise in clock sales for November, with API-Salon indicating a substantial month over the prior period. FP. A. Medmond, general manager, provided the figures.
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Chicago
Hammond Clock Company
A. Medmond
Matazer
Southwestern F111ng Conditions Reported
A partial carrier note describes rearmost conditions and weather for a military area. It mentions enlisted personnel and moderate variance in reports, with emphasis on stability and readiness issues affecting operations.
Marne Leader Ig Viotor Wa Marne Leader Ig Viitor Wa
The article profiles General MeAlexander of Texas famed for defending Paris against a six regiment German attack. It notes three days of bombardment, counterattacks that confused German forces, and a decisive Texan effort in the Marne and later St Mihiel Argonne campaigns. It mentions Buck and other Texans praising his leadership, and lists medals including the Croix de Guerre and Legion of Honour.
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Marne
San Antonio
Alexander
Blc
Alexeneral
Blanks
Irttani
Paris
Lnus
Johny J. Peraking
Mealezander
Ranary
You Herceling
Germany
Michlel
Argonne
Bie
Thurday
McAlexander
Texas
San
McAlerander
Legion of Manor
Tralo
Sertier Fron
United States
Coleneb
Tuck
Mannicut
Positions Wanted in Light Classified Ad Reads Odd Phrase
A brief classified item titled Positions Wanted shows a curious wording, likely indicating a job-seeker seeking work. The notice mentions a for now arrangement and hints at making someone happy, though the phrasing is unclear and fragmented. This readable snippet reflects a temporary employment request and general intent rather than a defined posting.
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Ada
Misleading Used Car Ads Plague Light Chesified Listings
Readers encounter ongoing misinformation in the used car column of Light Chesified ads with questionable offers and unclear details. Dealers push ver hest reel car claims, prompting confusion and calls for clearer disclosures and verification.
Grace Bransluw testifies of love for Major Shepard in murder case
Grace Bransluw, a 24 year old photographer from Brookfield, testifies she loves Major Charles A Shepard and pleads for his acquittal in the mercury poisoning murder trial. She describes her feelings, government pressure, and her belief in his innocence while denying testimony that she betrayed him.
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Kansas City
Grace Bransluw Hoper
Charles A Shepard
Zenuna Sherfard
Brooksfield
Taras
Amfa
Shepard
Miss Brandon
Hheparda
Hig Wrest
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