Slaying of Kentucky man yields scant clues
Dixon Ky Aug 29 Investigatorsprobe the murder of Fred Russell 21 and assault on Pauline De Armand 17 in Providence with few tangible leads Sheriff F W Yarbrough says a missing sum from the couple and a possible motive of robbery are under consideration Russell had recently married Elizabeth Reece of Marion Illinois but they were separated The couple planned to wed after a divorce relatives say authorities questioned the dead man’s estranged wife as a suspect and sought her in Providence
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Dixon
Siender
Webster County
Fred Russell
Pauline Ie Armand
Providence
F. W. Yarbrough
Russell
Charles Russell
Fred
Elizabeth Reece
Marion
Miss de Armand
Thief Foiled at Randolph Avenue Home
Sunday afternoon a thief was frightened away from the home of John Wolfe on Randolph avenue. The Wolfe family, except Mr. Wolfe, were upstairs when the assailant entered the porch and was surprised by Mr. Wolfe entering the house. The thief escaped.
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John Wolfe
Randolph Avenue
Wolfe
Mr. Wolfe
Thanks for kindness at death of William H. Stotler
The family expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for their kindness and use of automobiles during the death and burial of their husband and father, William H. Stotler, as conveyed by his wife and children.
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William H. Stotler
Navy Unable to Aid in Hunt for Lost Flier Redfern
The Navy and coast guard declined a sea search for Paul Redfern, citing low chances of success and possible landing on Caribbean islands. Coastal vessels from Florida to Cuba scoured waters while officials sought South American aid and Venezuelan sightings amid conflicting storm reports. A memorial note from Grace McAllister marked the piece’s end.
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NAVY
Department
Redfern
South America
Coast Guard
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Bahamas
Cuba
Key West
Tallapoosa
Mobile
State Department
Legation
Caracas
Venezuela
Weather Bureau
Trinidad
Miami
Fla
Robert Moore
Brunswick
Paul Redfern
Brazil
Paul J. Varner
Varner
Navy Department
Washington
Fly-ToX Promises Mosquito Elimination with Hand Sprayer
A revised Fly-ToX Hand Sprayer delivers a fine mist to ceilings draperies closets and screens. The spray claims to kill all room mosquitoes within minutes and is said to be stain free fragrant and harmless to people while deadly to household insects. Each bottle is guaranteed.
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Ady
Celebration of Centennial 10 closes with service
The 100th birthday celebration of Christ Reformed Church Cavetown ends tonight with a fellowship service at the Ingram homestead. Washington County pastors and congregations attend as guests. A light luncheon is provided by the ladies. The Harp Orchestra directed by Prof. Harp furnishes instrumental music. The six day centennial has drawn large crowds and recalled church history.
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Christ Reformed Church
Cavetown
Ingram Homestead
Washington County
Harp Orchestra
Prof
R. ©. Harp
Parting Admonition Cheering To Family
Rochester New York August 29 Paul Redfern parts with relatives saying if you don't hear from me for six months don't give me up The Redfern household at Mrs Martha FE Thompson home keeps up courage though the aviator's mother Mrs Frederick H Redfern and Isabel his sister with aunt Mrs Grace Kingsley visit while the mother suffers exhaustion.
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Rochester
N. Y
Paul Redfern
Martha FE. Thompson
Frederick H. Redfern
Isabel
Grace Kingsley
Alleged flim flam operative held in Cumberland arrest
Hagerstown residents are named among Morrison victims. Dr J C Morrison, alleged film flam artist and forger, is in custody in Cumberland after posing as a salesman for a New York advertising concern. Possessions include orders for goods to PF Staple Rev Charles Comer Betel street and Dr William Hoffler of Hagerstown.
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Hagerstown
J. C. Morrison
Cumberland
Morrison
New York
PF. Staple
Charles Comer
Betel Street
William Hoffler
Probing Sudden Rise Of Stock Vulcan Detining Company
New York August 29 The Vulcan Detining Company common stock transactions from August 22 to 27 are under NYSE investigation as shares rose 40 points and the week closed with an 18 percent gain. Members must submit weekly transaction lists by noon August 31.
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New York
Vulcan Detiining Company
New York Stock Exchange
Gold coin finds along Schuylkill amid dirt piles
Reports from Philadelphia on August 29 describe gold coins uncovered in dirt dumped from excavation for a new skyscraper along the Schuylkill River. Early estimates place the total value as high as 1400 dollars with coins dating before 1840.
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Philadelphia
Schuylkill River
Sent to Jail to Await a Hearing
Charles St. Clair was sent to jail by Justice H E Snyder after arrest on a nonsupport charge. He refused to state his preference for trial by magistrate or jury, so the judge ordered detention while he decides. He has faced the same charge previously.
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Charles St. Clair
H. E. Snyder
Snydor
Snyder
Deaths Charles M. Keedy and William F. Compher
Charles M. Keedy baggage master for the Pennsylvania Railroad died of a cerebral hemorrhage at Washington County Hospital at age 59. He served 38 years with PRR and is survived by his wife, a daughter Ruth Myers, sons Clyde F Chester F and Charles J, brothers A Osborn Jacob Harry Herbert, sisters Mia Kate Glass and Mrs Bernard Haines and seven grandchildren. Funeral Thursday at 2 pm at 220 West Side Avenue with Rev. F F Berry Plummer officiating. Interment Rest Haven Cemetery. William F. Compher a Frederick, Maryland, traveling salesman for Harris and Filler died suddenly at home in Frederick after thirty years with the firm.
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Charles M. Keedy
Pennsylvania Railroad
Washington County Hospital
Mondy
St. Paul's U. B. Church
Valley Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Ruth Myers
Clyde F
Elizabeth, N. J
Chester F
Charles J
A. Osborne
Jacob
Harry
Herbert
Mia
Kate Glass
Bernard Haines
West Side Avenue
Ff. Berry Plummer
Rest Haven Cemetery
William F. Compher
Frederick
Washington County
Harris and Filler
Chicago Theatres Close Doors in Widespread Lockout
Chicago shut most of its movie houses after about 350 theatres locked out projection machine operators in a dispute with Orpheum Circuit vaudeville venues. The walkout spots near total closure across the city, affecting roughly 90 percent of picture houses.
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Chicago
Orpheum
New Maryland Theatre Names R Lee Kline as Manager
R Lee Kline of Philadelphia, long with Bennetham Theatre Company, begins duties as Maryland Theatre manager. He plans top vaudeville with feature pictures and road shows after remodeling, with a five act vaudeville opening bill.
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R. Lee Kline
Philadelphia
George W. . Bennetham Theatre Company
Maryland Theatre
Kline
Bennetham Company
Maryland
Boy Buried Alive In Mine Cave In Scranton Area
In Olyphant near Scranton Pennsylvnia a cave in at an abandoned Hudson Coal Company mine trapped eight year old John Doransky and 25 rescuers narrowly escaped later. A derrick was deployed but a thunderstorm forced a halt as fresh collapses threatened the area.
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Scranton
Olyphant
John Doransky
Hudson Coal Company
Two Engine Men Dead in Wreck Injures in Pennsylvania Crash
A wreck near Gallitzin leaves engineers Spangler and C. L. Garrett dead. Two other railroad workers were taken to Altoona Hospital in serious condition. Passengers linked the crash to excessive speed or sudden braking on a curve as investigators probe the cause. Nearby the Broadway Limited derailment caused by a dropped door left the lead locomotive crippled but no injuries reported.
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Selth
Spangler
C. L. Garrett
Death of George A. Hill noted astronomer at naval observatory
Washington reports the death of George A. Hill aged 69 a senior astronomer at the naval observatory and author of many astronomical works in today’s news. Elsewhere Austrian authorities erect a tower to house 200000 bats to combat Danube mosquitoes on a Batnine beach.
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Washington
George A. Hill
Naval Observatory
Danube
Peterson Ointment Promise for Clear Skin
Advertisement extols Petersons Ointment to clear blemishes and smooth skin quickly. Claims success even after other remedies fail. Priced three cents per box, available at all druggists.
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Peterson
Viscount Cecil resigns as Chancellor in Geneva shift
The Westminster Gazette reports Viscount Cecil quits the post as Chancellor due to policy differences on disarmament and international agreement. Earl of Onslow is expected to replace him at Geneva, with Onslow serving as Under Secretary of War.
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Viscount Cegil
London
Westminster Gazette
Earl of Onslow
Viscount Cecil
Geneva
Lord Onslow
Peeping Tom Sought After In City Neighborhood
Police are seeking a man described as a Peeping Tom who has appeared in the Northern section peering into homes during late hours. A resident disturbed him Sunday night as he looked into a home window, and he fled before officers arrived.
Proper Care for Picture Frames During Weekly Cleaning
The article urges wiping picture frames each week during thorough cleaning and condemns fly-specked frames or glasses as inexcusable. It emphasizes maintaining clarity and order in displayed items.
Bone Dry Platform Demanded By League
Minneapolis August 29 The Women’s Law Enforcement League backs a bone dry platform and slate for the national elections joining the WCTU in support. Lucy W. Peabody of New York confirms the league’s approval and unity with the WCTU president Ella A. Boole in the call for prohibitionist pledges.
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Minneapolis
Women's Christian Temperance Union
Women's Law Enforcement League
Ella A. Boole
New York
Lucy W. Peabody
League
Specialists See Beeves in County
County Agent M. D. Moore accompanied by Kenneth Clarke and EF. J. Oswald visited baby beeves raised in Washington County by the Boys' Beef Clubs yesterday. Miss MacClintock's School for Children at 25 Broadway will reopen Monday September 12 1927. Kindergarten and Grades VIII. For information call 1474.7 Ad.
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M. D. Moore
Kenneth Clarke
University of Maryland
EF. J. Oswald
College
Washington County
Festival Benefit at Salem Reformed Church
Community event held at Salem Reformed Church and schoolgrounds in Maugansville Maryland on Wednesday August 31. Organized to support local residents with proceeds from the garden and yard sale style festival and activities.
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Salem Reformed Church
Schoolgrounds
Maugansville
Ady
Two Sharpsburg Men Held for Rum Manufacture
Two Sharpsburg men Charles Z Rohrer and John Romer were seized in a raid led by Prohibition agents Harry Neilson and Jack. They admitted the offense to United States Commissioner Haller Frederick and were released in bonds of 1000 dollars each for federal court action.
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Sharpsburg
Charles Z. Rohrer
John Romer
Wlt
Harry Neilson
Hev
United States
Haller
Frederick
Wert
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