Girl Pleads With President To Free Convict Father
In Jackson Michigan a young girl writes to President Roosevelt begging for clemency for John Allison a convicted bank robber now imprisoned in Michigan. She argues he is not a bad man and describes his family life while noting he has served part of his sentence and seeks a pardon despite a law requiring half of the term to pass.
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Seattle Star
Jackson
Mich
John Allison
Michigan State
Roosevelt
Pepe
Papa
John Alison
Pady
Mary Wagner
Richland
Allison
Cme
Moline
Rock
Was Corey's Bride Once Lowly Mrs Hillman?
In Aurora on May 29 a sensational romance claim arises as 1% Katherine Hillman asserts she is daughter of Marelle Gilman now Mrs. Steel-Trust Corey. The girl says Dora Magus left railroad husband Chas Hillman fifteen years ago for the stage and produced letters.
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Corey
Mrs. Hillman
Katherine Hillman
Marelle Gilman
Steel-Trust Corey
Dora Magus
Chas. Hillman
New York
Or. Hillman
Aurora
Old
Bremerton Sports and Civic Notes from May Meeting
Bremerton loses 6 to 10 to Bhelton in a recent game as Gordon shines for Bremerton while others struggle after illness. Ryans Ralniere set to play tomorrow at the park. City council names Metz and Stewart to fill seats with Stewart becoming councilman at large and Gruwell chosen from the Third ward. Memorial services marked by GA RK. Specifications for a new dry dock project call for bids totaling 1.6 million dollars.
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Bremerton
Navy
Bhelten
Bhelton
Nottingham
Gordon
Weem
City Connect
Metz
Stewart
Stewart Wee
Fli
Mets
F. M Gruwell
Ryans Ralniere
Gerden
Ga. A RK
No Strike Averted by Chicago City Railway Offer
Chicago 3100 employees of the City Railway decide to accept managements offer of a raise from 2 to 4 cents an hour, ending a threatened strike that night. The decision follows negotiations reported by Scrippe Telegraph Service in Chicago.
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Chicago
Chicago City Railway Company
Steamer Rainer Wilhelm der Gronse Floated After Grounding
The steamer Rainer Wilhelm der Gronse ran aground and remained stranded overnight. It was floated this morning and docked safely.
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Scripps Telegraph Service
New York
Rainer Wilhelm der Gronse
Newest Rules in Men’s Fashions for Dress Up and Down
A guide to correct street and formal attire for men outlines the latest spring styles. It contrasts proper tailoring with avoidable errors, from shoulder lines to accessory choices, urging proper canes, ties, hats, and footwear.
Coat of Gray for a Warm Day Dress Style
A Wentminster gray dress features delicate colieine foundation with white taffeta, heavy lace, cobwebby net, and lace trims. The vest and yoke use lace and dainty fabrics, with silk buttons and lace bands securing the bodice revers and girdle. The skirt continues the light summer silhouette.
Garment Description: Seam in Front and Inverted Pleat Back
A concise note describes a garment with a seam in the front and a double inverted pleat in the back. The item highlights fit and tailoring details for a tailored fashion overview.
Miner Sentenced for $9,000 Embezzlement in Des Moines
In Fort Madison a man named Car! Bpetcher was sentenced to five years in prison for embezzling $9,000 from the Des Moines National Bank. The May 29 report notes the ruling by local authorities and the bank loss.
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Scrippe Teleareph Service
Dire Moiier
Fort Madwor
Des Moines
Court Sentences Rev John Swift to Fifteen Months
In a related case the same court sentenced Rev John Swift to fifteen months in prison. The proceedings also involved a separate conviction for blackmail against a former banker.
Reform Needed at Patent Office Says New Commissioner
Washington May 20 Howard B Moore the new commissioner of patents pledges reform of the patent office He cites a clogged system with 12500 applications backlog and growing Garfield backs Moore's plan to modernize the agency The article lamentsCongress neglect and notes pay disparities driving talent away and hindering innovation
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Beattle Star
Washington
Howard B. Moore
Patents
Patent Office
Garfield
Congress
Moore
Bea
Der
Sanistant Missioner
Washington State Federation of Women's Clubs Convention Opens
The Spokane hosts the Washington State Federation of Women's Clubs as delegates convene for a three day session. Elections planned by Australian ballot and formal addresses mark the opening with speeches from Mrs. Lombard Spokane mayor Moore and Mrs. Harper Beattie. The Wagner club provides a concert.
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Spokane
Washington State Federation of Women’s Clubs
Wagner Club
Mic
Bue M. Lombard
Wermen
Tts
Eima
Mra
Mose A. Phelps
Daughters of the Revelation
Herbert Moore
Hi. W. Allen
Vietters
Women's Club
Bpokane
Mre. W
Watersheds in Alaska planned for Nome and Fairbanks districts
In Nome and Fairbanks districts this year the water shed project continues with Shaw and Covington directing work. The effort aims to map watersheds and gather data for future planning in the Alaska region.
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Scripps Telegraph Servier
Washington
Aiawie R
Shaw
Alaska
Nome
Hkusgarck
Fairbanke
Breakup on Thompson Steamer At Fort Flagler
A slight breakdown in the room of the small steamer Thompson occurred last night near Fort Flagler. Passengers were safely transferred to the quay at Port Townsend for onward travel.
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Thompson
Fort Flagler
Applce
Port Townsend
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Tews
Jean Valjean
Michigan
Jean Val. Jean
Aurora, All
W. E. Corey
Spelger & Hurlbut
Pelger Hurlbut
2Nd Avenue
Union Street
Eter Sportal Services
Scrippe Telegraph Service
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Rane
Northern Pacific
Pullman
J. O. McMullen, C. P. A. Beattie, Wash
Tinling, G. A. Seattie, Wash
Northern Pacific Railway
A. CD. Charlton
Aasistant General
Portland, Oregon
Edward B. Moore
Women’s Federation OF Clubs
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Standard Furniture Co
Dantel Kelleher
R. Ausias -Turenne
O. H. le Farge
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Bank For Savings
Seattle
University St
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