Murderer Gillette in electric chair over Grace Brown case
Chester TE. Gillette was executed for the murder of Grace Brown, whose letters to him and the sensational trial in the Adirondacks linked to the Big Moose case dominated coverage. The crime, tied to Brow’s distraught letters, highlighted a jilted romance and a high profile judicial proceeding.
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Billy” Brow
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Gillette's Murder Trial of Grace Brown in Cortland Era
Grace Brown, a farmer's daughter, becomes the center of a late 19th century romance and murder case. Gillette, a Cortland factory foreman, courts her while leading a roaming life. After letter exchanges reveal her despair, they arrange a meeting and vanish together. A boating trip ends tragically with Brown's death, Gillette is arrested, tried in Herkimer, convicted of first degree murder, and sentenced to death despite appeals.
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Miss Buckner Weds at S A Park Methodist Church
Miss Bessie Bell Buckner of this city married Mr. A. Priva in a 10:30 a m ceremony at the Srevis Park Methodist church in San Antonio. The couple, soon to travel toward Albany Ga, were joined by friends at the wedding and reception, with Rev B Swanson of Kansas City officiating.
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A. Priva
Southern Pacific
R. WM. Tohuson
Houston Post
Albany, Ga
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John Buckner
Danat
Sam Bell Charged in Domestic Altercation Case
In a police room the suspect Sam Bell faced charges of harsh treatment of Lille Bell amid denials by both couples of any excitation at home. Police reported a group of bystanders alleging Sam beat Lille as officers sought assistance. Judge Buckley noted Bell appeared overly aggressive and ordered Lille to obtain protection.
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Lilie
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Lille
Gatarrh Cure Ad Promises No Cure No Pay
An advertisement for Gatarrh Cure by the Paris Medicine Company claims a new nasal application can cure catarrh and bad breath. It offers a no money needed guarantee if unsatisfied and lists prices for nasal medicine and related items, urging readers to mail order the treatment.
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NEW Discovery
Paris Madieine Company
Missing Soldiers Found By Officer
William Fay Martin, an ax soldier from the Philippines, who disappeared from a lodging house on West Commerce Street, was found by a patrolman. He was taken to an army post for medical attention after wandering away, having been wounded in the China campaign and using morphia. He will depart for Houston this afternoon. Nursing Mothers and Malaria. The Old Standard GROWING TASTE: LESS CHILL TONIC.
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Los Angeles
San Antonio
Fandom Mourns Crawford Death in Texas League Circle
The death of Forrest Crawford near Austin shocked San Antonio and the Texas Teague circuit. A former shortstop with Houston and later Providence in the Eastern League, Crawford drew major league interest before his career waned. Death blamed on internal complications from an on field injury. service and funeral arrangements noted by St. Louis Cardinals manager and team members.
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Crawford
Texas
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St. Lowie Cardinals
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Civil Service Exam Slated in Federal Court Room
Fifty two applicants will take civil service exams for railway mail clerks messengers watchmen stenographers and typists in a Federal courthouse. H A Leche Secretary of the tenth district leads the effort assisted by J T Halle Miss Lacy Lytle and Arthur Gente with exams closing this afternoon and more to follow in Anslin tomorrow.
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Tenth Civil Service District
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United Sistes
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Arthur Gente
Lerhe
Anslin
Socialist Organizer Breach of City Permit Fined
J H Hickey socialist organizer was arrested for advertising a meeting without a permit and fined in corporation court. He later secured a permit from Mayor Callaghan, and future nightly meetings will be held at a police designated spot near the federal building, with organizers stressing no intention to violate the law.
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Socialist Party
Charles McCabe
Corporation Court
Hickey
Callaghan
Federal Building
Atreet Me
Inga
J. M. Carter
Avenue
Socialist Organization
San Antonio
Repairs To Hospital Under Mayor Callas Plan
Under Mayor Callas direction workmen began repairs to the city hospital to restore it to a perfect condition by forenoon. Several rooms will be replastered and the mayor intends full renovation. P. G. Cody oversees plastering and city prisoners will be used in other parts of the work.
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P. G. Cody
Crop Outlook in Texas Is Fine for Present Time
Crop outlook in Texas appears favorable though not yet assured for all rows. Northwest and West Texas are reported in prime condition as growers await frost risk. Rain could aid growth, while South Texas see robust cotton and corn prospects after a good season. Local officials warn results hinge on April weather, with vegetables benefiting from steady rains.
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Dallas
Tex
Northwest
Texna Ig
J. M. Weallttkin
South Texas
Reason Why Cascarets Dominate Health Market
Advertisement proclaims vast Cascaret sales in the United States with millions daily and monthly usage figures. It touts trust in the product, claims years of consumer loyalty, and warns against counterfeiters and substitutes seeking illegal profits.
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Gascarets marketing warning from Sterling Remedy ad
A damaged marketing notice warns against Gascarets sold as a health aid for digestion and bowel action. It cautions buyers about fake claims, urges to buy only from Sterling Remedy Company, and warns of deceptive practice by slick salesmen and counterfeit boxes.
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