Safe holds part of loot in Whittemore gang case
New York reports a safe deposit box is believed to hold part of a $500,000 loot tied to a Whittemore gang spree across four cities including Baltimore and New York. Authorities, led by Richard Reese Whittemore, seek extradition decisions and continued testimony as they pursue remaining suspects in a string of robberies and a $93,000 bank heist.
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Richard Reese Whittemore
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Wielemore
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Bultelo
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New Jersey
G O P Women Kind To Enemies But Don t Know It
A Republican woman uses her car to drive unregistered Republican women to vote and to urge another Democrat to ride along for registration. The act unintentionally reveals party motivation as Democratic women learn of the drive and the host’s Republican ties.
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G.O. P
One Killed and Dozen Hurt in Auto Accidents
Haltimoqere dispatch reports springtime traffic toll with a child fatality and 12 others injured. David Shamberger, 2, died at Union Memorial Hospital after being struck by a car enroute to church. Albert Antent, driver, charged with reckless driving and released on recognizance.
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David Shamberger
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Albert Antent
Dying Brother and Injured Man in Dynamite Accident
Faraeo Mohler aged 34 is believed to be dying and his brother Boyd Moiler aged 18 was severely injured when a stick of dynamite exploded near the Mulume river at Point of Rocky. The three men were handling a dynamite stick near a hut. Mohler suffered severe injuries including a mangled right hand and lacerations to his left leg.
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Magaia
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Tiben
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Unclear text charity drive and scams described
Fragmented notes describe charity campaigns and fundraising appeals with references to money contributions and dubious practices. The readable portions mention a total of 26 million in contributions, charity events, and various personalities, but the text is garbled and many details are unreadable.
Killing of probation officer shocks Gary community
In Gary Indiana Tud March 92 Lester Simpkins a civil engineer killed 51 year old probation officer Mra Laueille Myers who was probing alleged conditions of the Simpkins family. Myers son Wil Tam 2 waited as the murder occurred. Six Simpkins children witnessed the shooting and Mrs Myers died after being rushed to a hospital. The killer fled and remains at large while details of the case unfold.
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Twelve die in mishaps on first day of spring in Chicago
Chicago records twelve auto deaths in one day on the first day of spring. More than a dozen injured in Sunday accidents. Cook County motor deaths rise to 199 since Jan 1, 1996 figures show 34 percent increase versus last year’s period.
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Chicago
More Drunken Drivers Must Be Punished
Washington date line reports Farcus A. Dew of the Stewart Walker Safety Council says a large share of intoxicated drivers face light penalties. A survey of 14,505 arrests showed 29 percent released without punishment, 21 percent jailed or fined, and 46 percent given probation. Dew spoke ahead of a national street and highway safety conference.
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Forgery Case Sentence Suspended for Miller
Judge Pra G Wagamat suspends punishment for Ceorga H. Miller after forgery charges. Miller, described as deaf, resides in TanmayTvandy and faces probation. Court plans further investigation into the case with ongoing hearings and terms.
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TanmayTvandy
Marnhig
Four Men Rob Weekend Receipts in Newark Heist
Masked men stormed a Newark area location during a weekend haul, forcing a quick getaway with the theater’s receipts totaling about $15 000. No injuries reported. Police search for three suspects.
Body Found in Ashpit in Westport Power House
The body of a year old Cornelius Roche was found today in an ash pit at the Westport Power House after he vanished Saturday morning from his Westport home. His parents notified police Saturday evening and a search began when he did not return at noon. Police believe he fell into the pit and was smothered to death as workers removed him with an electrically operated ash elevator.
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Tallimore
S Yearold Cornelius Roche
Westport
League of Nations in Crisis Says Stresemann
Berlin March 2000 The League of Nations was plunged into a grave crisis by Germany's elec tion, Foreign Minister Stresemann told the Reichstag. He denounced obstructionist tactics at Geneva and said the outcome of negotiations must be deeply deplored as it affects the League's role in promoting peace and humanitarian ideals.
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League of Nations
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Wets and Drys Vote Totals in Prohibition Checkup
Fragmentary OCR shows a vote tally on prohibition with lines indicating for existing law and for modification. Totals include 728 votes for modification and smaller counts for existing law and other options, but the text is garbled and unreadable in places.
Woman in Club Attack Over Rival Amid Divorce Suit
A divorced woman, Teatelee Calne, wife of John P L Calne and department manager for American Can Company, allegedly assaulted her rival with a club at the Caine apartment after luring her with a key and a threat to murder. The incident occurred while Calne was intoxicated and involved a confrontation that ended with police intervention and Calne fleeing the scene.
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Osborne
Prohibition Chief Seeks Easing of Beer Rules
Tug Gen Lincoln C Aniraw heads federal enforcement. studying current methods to tighten or loosen controls. He believes present form cannot be enforced and will recommend modifications to allow light wines and beer.
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Culver City Race Breaks Five Speed Records
Five speed records were broken in a Lug 250 mile automobile race held in Culver City California. Mennett Hil won with a nonstop drive covering the distance in 1 hour 14 minutes 14 seconds at an average speed of 191.250 mph, eclipsing the previous record set by Peter Na Paolo in Miami on February 22.
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Flood Drives Scores From Their Homes
Ot City, Pa March 22 Flood conditions shut markets and drove residents from their homes after ice jams on the Allegheny River. The river rose rapidly with rain forecast for tonight and tomorrow. Franklin and nearby streets flooded, with many sections of Ot City under several feet of water and transportation disrupted.
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Unclear text fragment about a court and president
Fragmentary OCR text refers to a ceremonial prayer and a court review in Washington with mentions of a president, Mayas lunae, and an oil agreement. Names and dates are garbled. core facts cannot be confirmed from the readable portions.
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Supreme Coe
Polls Close At 6 O'clock For Local Elections
Voters are urged to cast ballots before 6 PM for Charles and Bowman for mayor and Herbert W. Mgelwee and Reu Ben Musey for city council wards 2 and 4. The notice promotes Bowman’s efficiency and running mates’ competence while warning against fraud in their wards.
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Herbert W. Mgelwee
Reuben Musey
Bowman Poised To Win Hagers Town Election Today
Democratic leaders claim Bowman will win as polls show Republicans conceding in Hagers town. Reuben Muney expected to regain Ward 4 City Council seat. Ward 2 race between McElwee and Smith described as close with McElwee ahead. Voter turnout rising this afternoon. Democrats boosted by gains in Wards 2 and 4 to offset GOP gains. Sentiment grows against the market house referendum.
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Charley E. Bowman
Hagerstown
Bowman
Reuben Muney
McElwee
Smith
Warket
Palm Beach social contest favors Countess Salm
Palm Beach society gauges popularity among the elite with Countess Millicent Salm toping a lively contest. A. J. Drexel Biddle of New York leads the male group in the leaning vote among prominent residents.
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Palm Beach
Millicent Salm
A. J
Tony) Drexel Biddle
New York
Buckner Plan Triggers Prohibition Reform Debate
New York March 22 Emory R Buckner former federal attorney argues for modifying the Volstead Act to let states define intoxicants in Fordham Manor Church speech He calls for a U S state partnership to curb crime amid varied state enforcement and mentions visiting speak-easies in New York.
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Emory R. Buckner
Elihu Root
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Stolen Autos Recovered in Williamsport Jaunts
Joyriders stole two automobiles in Williamsport Saturday night and again last night. One Chevrolet runabout was taken from the front and driven about 91 miles before being found in an alley near the intermediate school. The second car, a Chevrolet owned by Joan Kershner Coffman, was taken in front of the Lutheran Church while the owner attended. it was recovered near Springfield, about 10 miles from Williamsport.
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Asmers
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Springfield
Wb Uounsport
Keep Guests Awake with Ganned Music Mystery
A fragmented text hints at a musical performance to keep guests awake. Readable parts mention jazz and sleeping guests, with unclear references to composers or venues. The passage appears garbled, offering no definite names, dates, or locations.
Clues Emerge in Cherry Run Baby Murders Case
New clues surface in the Cherry Run infant deaths with claims the killer may have acted by a sheriff and district attorney. Authorities seek witnesses as details evolve about bodies found on a property and possible accomplices. The press notes ongoing investigations and possible ties to previous disappearances.
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