Timon retrial looms after Tex case ends in not guilty verdicts
Corpus Christi Texas September 19 A federal district court adjourned after jurors found not guilty for most defendants in a Nueces County conspiracy case over fraud in the 1974 election. Judge Walter Burns scheduled the Timon case for retrial in January. Five convicted men, including Henry Stevens and Lea Riggs, await sentence on September 24 after appeals are not yet filed. Friends of the defendants endured a tense wait as the verdicts were read.
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Ordoe
Walter of
Manin
Corpus Christi
Nueces
Wns
Hopkins
Joe Acého
Hopkins Wayl
Burns
Sully
Ure Dury
Henry Stevens
Tom B. Dunn
Cliff Serveacy
Lea Riggs
Eg Castleherry
August Uelinger
Timon
United States
Jadze Burns
Dudge “Burns
Charart
Udge Hopkins
Tylee Burne
Maen
Judge Hopkins Denounces Writ Tactics in Trial
The judge described writs of habeas corpus as ministerial tools and told jurors they could convict certain defendants while acquitting others on separate charges. Special District Attorney Wilson, along with counsel, argued to a packed courtroom as Burns outlined jury instructions. The scene featured strong factional reactions and discussion of procedural discretion in the case.
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Hopkins
Durista
Judee Hegskins
Leavine
Dudge
Closiig
Bs Special District
Wilson
Tral
Burns’ Charce
Brord
Carriel
Henry
Showers Possible Across Southwest Texas and Plains
Weather observer notes an irregular air pressure pattern bringing unsettled conditions across the Southwest and plains states. A detached high pressure area spans from the Midwest to the North Pacific, while a storm develops near the Goats area causing showery precipitation from Texas to Michigan and Wisconsin. Temperatures in the east and south run above normal with freezing conditions reported in Saskatchewan.
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Mayr Allen Buel
Routhwest
Texas
North Pacific States
Plains Slates
Hoeky Ra
Berta
Giller
Juttekawan
North Dakota
Lake Mellow
Misatsippe Valley
Michigan
Wisconsin
Saskatchewan
Hunger Strike in Jail Prompts Calm Release Plan
In Indianapolis a jailed woman prisoner is on a four day hunger strike tied to a case involving a fake girls' school payment scheme. Jailers report she has not eaten since detention. fellow inmates say no force will be used and regular meals will be offered, with admission to decide to eat or not. Authorities name Mel Maryland Suzanne Krausse as the cited arrestee.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Uis
Marion
Mel
Maryland
Suzanne
Krausse
Dumba Quits New York for Washington Mission
Austro Hungarian ambassador Dr Constantin T Dumba left his New York hotel at midnight with all belongings. He declined to state destination and is believed to have gone to Washington.
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New York
Copistantin T. Dumba
Todo
Wight
Weather notes from multiple US cities with varied readings
Fragmented weather log reports temperatures and conditions for Kansas City Chicago Milwaukee Denver New York and other locales. Observations note cloudiness rain wind directions and highs and lows, with several entries truncated or garbled.
Search for Rev. Thornton Sampson Continues in Snowbound Estes Park
Denver reports indicate foresters and guides have not received word from the party sent to Estes Park to locate Rev. Thornton B. Sampson, missing over two weeks in rugged Waites Park country. Heavy snow complicates the hunt as 20 men remain at Fort Collins to join the effort. No trace of Sampson has been found.
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Denver
Colo
Frank W. Samscon
Estes Park
Semp‘Jaon
Thornton RB. Sampson
Austin
Tex
Sampson
Waites Park
Samson
Pield Marshal von Mackensen
Volke
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von Markensen
Fay
Rotterdam
Italy
Serbia
Danube
Sava
Nish
Balkans
Balkan
Roroslaveff
Wulsaria
Gtohe
London
Mystery Flood Waters Reach Lake Austin
Reports from Austin describe rising floodwaters on the Liane river threatening Lake Austin. Damages near the dam are limited but upstream debris and rising levels push authorities to clear the wall and monitor further rises. Engineers caution on final height and additional river inflow while Guadalupe and Fort Worth note heavy rain activity and affected farming regions.
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Austin
Tex
Wile Walee
Lahout
Land Found by Stefansson Proves Arctic Lands Edge
Reports state explorer Vilhjalmur Stefansson located new land near Banks Land and Patrick Island proving northeast Arctic area has land not a deep ocean basin. Peary backs the find noting Stefansson’s voyage supports long Arctic survival and exploration theories.
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Arctic
Vilhsyimer Stefpnsson
Blefanisaat
Dymiltas
Istienels
Ome
Association of American Geagrugt
Stefansson
Prince Paul Mek
Prince Patrick
aAdamb Sad
Palyita Islands
Prieta
Adan
Chenese
Adams
Adams Expressed the Opinion That the Land Discovered By Btefamesen Maestram
Parry Archipelago
Ueseetir
Pennceu Ay
Hatapather
Stiefansson
Patrick Island
Nansen
Coleman Praises Carranza to Wilson in Washington Debate
Swine T. A. Coleman recently returned from Washington after meeting President Wilson regarding the Mexican situation. He reported Carranza and his followers as loyal and discussed potential policy shifts. Coleman said Wilson appeared friendly but gave no clear indication of future U.S. action or support for Carranza.
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T. A. Coleman
Washington
Wiku
Wilson Pwalle
Dniel Colenisn
Ravn
Huth
Eniof
Siar Antonin
Fvral Vurcanga
Keltish Defaire. He Expressed the Fro Belief Lthad Corranet and Hia Pailowern
Villista General Flees as War Spreads Toward Chihuahua
Report from LARES Texas describes large movements of refugees from the Mexico border as Villista commanders retreat toward Chihuahua. Observers note American travelers and Mexican civilians seeking safety, while gunfire and murder claims emerge from WarreN. Refugees say Turreans fear Villaincaps, with train delays to let Chinese troops pass.
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Wic Parc
Tex
Mande Chie
Tarra
WITS
Terfreon
Turrean
Fatent
Chinnahon
Cand Tt
Teldmarure
Chihuahua
Vilin
Auother
Warreun
Washington game highlights and player notes
In a condensed report from today’s service the Washington team list includes Cansilie Chinage and Antone eluuoges among players. Waller We Shale and Weiler CH are noted, with references to Naite, Waleterred, and Borie as participants or mentions in the follow-up.
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Cansilie Chinage
Washingtons
Antone
Border War Echoes Across Rio Grande Patrols
Brownsville Texas reports describe clashes near the Rio Grande as Mexican and American forces clash. Officials say investigations into the shooting reveal conflicting accounts and heightened patrols along the border.
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Rio Grande
Blameстон Mexicans Reported By War Department
Dispatches from Washington recount that patrols near Brownsville were fired upon by Mexican forces. Carried notes claim Mexicans watered horses when fired upon, while American troops say fire was not returned. Governor Augstin honors a requisition for rendition of H. W. Potty in Bryphens county.
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Washington
Bjorksom
Brownavills
War Department
Untigdisen Arredomito
Citernat
State Department
Horder
Gawrner
Agqstin
Tex
H.W Pottty
Bryphens
Georgetown
British railway workers weigh strike action in September
The executive committee of the Amalgamated Union of Railway Servants endorses a holiday protest as Britain faces potential railway walkouts. The union aims to mobilize members across London and other centers, seeking to press employers and government for settlement on wage and working conditions.
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London
Goveriitee
AmiiganNled
Union of
Thames
Pan Americans Again In Session At Conference
In New York a conference of Mexican diplomacy led by Secretary Lansing gathers diplomats from Argentina Brazil Chile Bolivia Uruguay and Guatemala. They seek to assess military realities and press for a representative from General Carranza to meet the conferees while invitations may go to other leaders.
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Baltmore
New York
Sarretare Lansing
Mexico
Matthia
Caranza
Sint Tay
Vahfer
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
3. B.C
Niagara Falls
Bolivia
Oreguuy
Guatemala
Guadalupe River Flood Destroys Homes Near Braunfels
Severe Guadalupe River flood near Braunfels Texas on September 1 caused extensive damage along the valley. Water rose rapidly, submerging small houses and fences, resulting in at least three drownings. Local authorities warn of continuing high water and urge careful vigilance.
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Braunfels
Tex
Guadalupe River
Guadalupe Valley
Track washed out forces delays at Fredericteinry Junction
A transport disruption results from tracks washed out by flooding near Fredericteinry Junction. Seventy miles of creek spillover submerged mainline, delaying services and rerouting trains. Officials assure limited progress as repairs proceed and lines reopen gradually.
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Fredericteinry
San Arto
Kerrie Io Daly
Kerrie Hindas
Apaierin
German Army May Be Sent to Turkey and Annex Belgium
A dispatch from Constantinople via Berlin claims Germany plans to send forces to aid Turkey against the Dardanelles and to declare the annexation of occupied Belgian territory. The report, attributed to Enver Pasha, also notes broader Central Powers offensives and Balkan developments with strategic aims tied to Italy and Serbia.
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Turkey
German Army to Send Forces to Turkey Reported by News Agency
A dispatch from Berlin dated September 18 cites Enver Pasha, Turkish War Minister, via Overseas News Agency saying a large German army will move to Turkey. The report notes a ceremonial review in Constantinople honoring Duke Johann Albrecht of Mecklenburg-Schwerin with the German commander-in-chief role at the Dardanelles.
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Berlin
Tuckerton
Enver Pavna
Turkey
Constantinople
Traone
Honos
Johann Albrecht
Melenbuce-Schwerin
Dardanelles
Enver Pesha
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