Evans Returns Ailing Admiral Still Struck By Illness
Rear Admiral Evans rejoined the fleet but remains gravely ill. A high sea journey to Monterey and a trip by train were made to bring him aboard the Connecticut. The admiral's condition is described as weak, though he participated in some events before the strain of the voyage was considered excessive.
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United Press
Cruz
Evans
Pane Robles
Connecticut
Yankton
Monterey
Gore
Thomas
Byvans
Pasoes
Frank Vans
Mac
Cat
New South Wales and Victoria Plan Demonstration
Authorities in New South Wales and Victoria outline plans for a demonstration linked to an entertainment event during the IRNE meet in Australia. The Commonwealth government may oversee funding and governance aspects of the affair.
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Irne
Australia
New Wales
Victoria
Night theft at Lovendale brings loss of clothes and valuables
A cloakroom theft occurred last night in Lovendale with items missing including a dress and a gentleman's tie. A watch charm set with pearls was also taken, leaving investigators to search for the culprit.
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Rmlaves
Caetars
Loverdale
Emily Clary Adams Divorce and Asset Award
Emily Clary Adams is granted a divorce and awarded all wealth from the convict spouse. The court orders the wife to transfer funds and property as part of the settlement.
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Emily Clary Adams
Convict
Letter From Adams To Mis Attorney Demands Divorce Provisions
A dated 1908 letter from G. H. Adams to his attorney Fulton and mis attorney seeks court actions to protect his marriage and property interests amid divorce proceedings. Adams argues future changes in desire, questions the timing of the divorce, and asks for provisions and items to remain in his wife's life and their child’s welfare. He criticizes advisers and pleads to prevent destruction of family property with emphasis on the child’s interests.
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Fulton
G. &. Adams
Attitude of Mrs Adams Revealed in Court Letter
A letter from Adame to his attorney describes Mrs Adams as seeking all property and personal effects, insisting on control, with the husband asserting his priority of his wife and child’s interests and calling her attitude incomprehensible. The message claims no reasonable humane grounds for her stance.
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Adame
Court Contemplates Photograph Return to Former Husband
The judge notes a hypothetical scenario where a man might seek a photograph of his son. He states authority may be lacking, but the court would instruct the plaintiff to send the image to her former husband. The remarks reflect deliberation over final access to the boy’s photograph.
Patience Mockery Drives Divorce Plea Over Property
George B. E. Adame writes his attorney that he fears loss of home at 527 Harvard Ave through divorce proceedings and demands settlement before others seize furniture books silverware and other property. He cites lack of communication from Mrs. Adams and urges prompt action to know his status.
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Harvard Av
Dama
George BE. Adame
Walter 8. Fulton
Roosevelt advisers weigh governors convention seating clash
United Press reports pressure on President Roosevelt as governors prepare for an upcoming convention in Washington. miles of invited officials strain capacity and debate access while the White House handles heavy invitations and conservation talks. local council debates road funding, street improvements, and city staff pay amid broader fiscal tensions.
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United Press
Washington
United States
Roosevelt
Wathering
White House
Who Killed These Four Indiana Tragedy Mystery
A fragmentary item from Indiana reports on a latest tragedy with scattered figures including sums like 716,808.00 and 1,147,739.00 and references to Portland and clearings. The readable text centers on a murder mystery and financial figures amid record snippets.
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Dagk
Indiana
Portland
War fears grip India as Afghan invasion unfolds
Reports from Simla describe fierce border clashes with Afghan invaders advancing into India. British forces struggle to repel the assault as stock markets react and public safety items rise in demand. Dispatches note hundreds of Afghan casualties and rumors of a holy war stirring fanatic mobilization.
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London
India
Move for Fire Protection in Salt-Water Main Plan
An ordinance was introduced by Councilman Conway for the first two salt-water mains from Jackson to Washington streets. Other ward councils will likely propose additional mains in the business district. The plan, approved by City Engineer Thomson, lays lateral mains on every other street south to Jackson and north to Pike at about half the cost of a more elaborate scheme.
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Wardell
Seattle
McKinnon
Revelle
Conway
Pirot
Maine
Jackson
Washington Ats
Jackson St
Pike St
Thomson
Alaska Democrats Endorse Bryan and Cale at Conventions
In NOME Alaska on May 5 Democrats of the Second division urge Denver delegates to back Bryan while Alaska delegates to the state convention are instructed to vote for Cale the current congressman.
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United Press
Nome
Alaska
Denver
Bryan
Cale
Congress
Baltimore graft scandal widens with city officials removed
Baltimore dates May 5 report of a graft inquiry widening as Mayor MeHol removes from office J Arthur Mackham and James H Marine for soliciting and taking money on contracts. Contractor Carlson testified he paid 1600 to ex Congressman Rusk, ending with Buck resigning after naming a $10000 contract demand.
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United Press
Baltimore
MecHool
J. Arthur Mackham
James H. Marine
John C Rlson
Loss of Kether Ruth Leichty Inspires Thanks Note
Mr and Mrs W H Leleichty thank friends for kindness and sympathy after the death of their daughter Kether Ruth Leichty born February 27 as one of twins. The note notes the family’s gratitude and lists the residence at 1627 Terry Ave.
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W. H. Lelichty
Terry
Kether Ruth Leichty
Broken Heart Drives Young Husband to Despair
Police reporter recalls a 22 year old man Elmer Mellette who begged for access to his four month old son after leaving his Los Angeles home. He threatened suicide with carbolic acid if he could not see his child, but the reporter intercepted the poison and spoke with Mellette and his wife. The wife cites liquor as the cause of their troubles, and Mellette remains denied access to the boy at 5102 Trinity Place Green Lake district. He phones the police station seeking help but declines to give up.
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Firstay
Cherry St
Billy
Adam
Elmer Mellette
Los Angeles
Mellette
Trinity Place
Green Lake District
Mystery in Death of Six at Gunness Farm
In La Porte Indiana a fire at Mrs Belle Gunness home killed Mrs Gunness and her three children. Ray Lamphere was arrested as a suspect. A head and limbs were found in sacks near the ruins and later identified as Andrew Heldergreen who planned to wed Mrs Gunness. The case remains a major criminal mystery with grisly evidence and evolving suspects.
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United Press
LA Porte
Ind
Belle Gunness
Ray Lamphere
Andrew Heldergreen
Gunness
Gunnesses
Heldergreen
John Heldergreen
Aberdeen
Andrew
Roy Lamphere
Lamphere
Sweden
Superintendent of Mails Is Relieved
A postal announcement confirms the relief of the superintendent of mails. The action follows standard procedures and affects departmental leadership, with no details on successor or reasons provided in the available text.
San Francisco Postmaster Wins Removal of Official
Post master Fisk wins a fight to remove Superintend ent of Mails Ford from the San Francisco post office. Ford is notified he cannot remain in office and will receive a reprimand and a transfer offer to Oakland as superintendent or Seattle as assistant superintendent with a salary drop from 2700 to 1700. Ford’s removal arises from his stance during pressure by California delegates.
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United Press
San Francisco
Fisk
Ford
Oakland
Seattle
Meyer
California
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