Fire kills firefighter and spectator in Cincinnati blaze
A major fire at the Krippendorf ONeill Shoe factory in Cincinnati killed a firefighter and a 16 year old spectator and injured ten other firefighters. The blaze destroyed the Krippendorf building and the Taylor Poole Leather factory as debris trapped crews and spectators. Prisoners were moved to the courthouse for safety as firemen fought to control the flames.
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Cincinnati
Krippendorf-O'Neill Shoe Company
Robert Greer
Bce
Krippendorf
Taylor-Poole Leather Company
Beatrice Turnbull Back On Stand In Baldwin Will Case
In Los Angeles court, Beatrice Anita Turnbull resumes testimony in the Baldwin will dispute. Her mother Lillian Ashley Turnbull faces renewed cross examination as defense attorney McNab probes motives, California travel, a supposed honeymoon, and the prior seduction suit in San Francisco. The session extended beyond the day.
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Los Angeles
Beatrice Anita Turnbull
E. J. “Lucky” Baldwin
Moon
Coronado
San Diego
Colonel Pope
Boston
Turnbull
Baldwin
San Francisco
McNab
Hattie LeBlanc Poised for Stage Comeback in Boston
Boston rumors place Hattie LeBlanc the French Canadian singer acquitted of murder on stage soon. Her sister Irene reportedly plans a stage career and consults a leading dancer about joining a company now touring. The pair are said to be sought as an act.
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Boston
Hattie LeBlanc
Irene
Hattie
Mrs Pantages Will Give Tree For Poor Children
Mrs Pantages will host a Christmas tree at the Lois theatre for Seattle’s needy children next Saturday afternoon. Doors open at 1 and activities start at 2, with every poor child receiving a present and candy bag. last year 1,400 children attended.
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Seattle
Senate confirms two to Interstate Commerce Commission
Washington reports the senate confirmed C. C. McChord and B. C. Meyer for the Interstate Commerce Commission. Earlier, Farrel E. Hoag and John Doyle, who accuse each other of “rolling” A Carlson for 80 dollars in the city jail, were bound over to the superior court in bonds of 1000 dollars each by Police Judge Gordon. Trial date not yet set.
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Washington
Senate
C. C. McChord
B. C. Meyer
Interstate Commerce Commission
Rrrel E. Hoag
John Doyle
Carlson
Superior Court
Gordon
Mother of "Precious Man Child" Secrets Father Revealed
A 26 year old secretary to Rev. Levi R. Lupton of Alliance Ohio confessed that Lupton, leader of the Gift of Tongues, is the father of her baby boy. The revelation centers on the church figure and the young mother.
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Levi R. Lupton
Gift of Tongues
Alliance
Recall effort targets Mayor Gill in Washington vote clash
Recall petition against Mayor Hiram C. Gill filed with the city comptroller appointing an election date no later than February 9. The 11 373 signatures prompt a recall vote with a conference planned to choose a challenger and a fair counting process guaranteed by Comptroller Bothwell.
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Hiram C. Gill
Gill
Chy Comptroller
Bothwell Haa
League
Haa
Comptroller
Eilers Stores Offer Wide Piano Deals For Christmas Buyers
Five hundred families are expected to buy pianos or player pianos next week with Eilers asserting they offer prices 20 to 40 percent below rivals. The Pacific Coast firm promotes Krell Auto Grand player-pianos and a dozen other high grade makes, with demonstrations daily through the holiday season and price range from 486 to 2000 dollars.
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Northwest
Eilers
New York City
Chicago
Qerenass
Pacific Coast
Nobody Blamed for Lynching of History Making Mexican
The Rock Springs grand jury investigating the lynching of Antonio Rodriguez Mexican who confessed to killing an American woman was discharged without indictments or fixing responsibility. The case sparked anti American riots in Mexico.
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United Press
Rock Springs
Tex
Antonio
The Market Rowin Wreaths And Food At Christmas Market
A playful scene along a festive street market contrasts gleaming stalls of salmon lettuce cheese and pies with a hopeful gaze toward a neighboring snowy house. Shoppers and a tiny fairy guide the author through bright displays and temptations.
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Molly
300 Killed In Mine Concluded Blaze Devours Shaft
Flames sprayed from the shaft entrance as a deadly mine disaster kills 300 workers including many boys. A survivor was injured and unable to explain the blast. Rescuers found the mine blocked and feared further explosions as the fire raged through the interior.
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Uhia
Kittens Offered Free by The Star Readers
Several readers respond to Cynthia Grey's Old Maid column seeking kittens for adoption. Messages cite addresses 141 22nd Ave N and 1410 16th Ave with phone numbers East 6116 and Ind. West 299.
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Star
Cynthia Grey
Miew Grey
Peta
Ind
West
H. Sloan
Mise Grey
Av. N
T. L. Perkins
Olympic Plans Not Favored in Paris
Paris dispatch reports strong opposition from England and continental nations to the 1916 Olympic Games being held in Cleveland Ohio. The Excelsior quotes Paris sentiment after the American Athletic Union backed Cleveland and sent the matter to the international committee, causing a sensation in French athletic circles.
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Cleveland
Ohio
England
Excelsior
Paria
America
American Athletic Union
International Committee
Car victim to have new trial
Michael Budman who was struck by a street car while employed by Beattie Electric won a jury verdict against the traction company but it was reversed by King county superior court. The supreme court granted a new trial saying many points are for a jury to decide.
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Olympia
Michael Budman
Beattie Electric Company
Traction Company
Superior Court of
King County
Supreme Court
Lower Fare Wins in Seattle Renton & Southern Case
Judge Gilliam ruled patrons may ride the Seattle Renton and Southern line for six cents any city ride if they buy 20 for $1, while Judge Webster limited city fare to five cents. The company kept old rates pending higher court decision and pulled commutation tickets from sale.
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Seattle
Renton & Southern
Gilliam
Orchard Reach
Taylor's Mill
Crawford
Webster
Newiietting
Seattle, Renton & Southern
Supreme Court
Carrie Kersh Convicted in Man Slaughter Case
Carrie Kersh was found guilty of manslaughter for complicity in the June 20 murder of William Johnson at the New Grand Central hotel. Sentencing set for January 6 by Judge Morrow after a jury deliberation of more than 72 hours and a single juror’s stubborn acquittal stance.
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Portland
Ore
Carrie Kersh
William Johnson
Washington
New Grand Central Hotel
Morrow
Hope for Two Entombed Miners In Leyden Mine
United Press reports in Denver that eight of ten miners entombed in the Leyden coal mine were recovered by Wednesday. Rescuers doubt the fate of Frank and Lois Merrick, believing they may have escaped into the north workings and could still be alive as a thorough search expands.
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Denver
Colo
Leyden
Frank
Lois Merrick
Fast bouts light up city smokers this week
Several fast bouts were held at city smoker entertainments this week. The Jewish Hoye' A. C. drew a good crowd at the Monday night affair. The Graystone A. C. staged a successful event last evening with a large turnout of boxing fans.
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Hoye’ A. C
Graystone A. C
Man Pleads Self Defense in Brighton Beach Shooting
William A Copeland testifies he acted in self defense when he shot neighbor Walter C Knapp with birdshot on September 12 claiming Knapp reached for a gun after Copeland found missing chickens. Knapp had no weapon. prosecutors cite an old feud as motive.
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Brighton Beach
Yast
William A Copeland
Copeland
Knapp
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