The Gallows For Powers in Georgetown Kentucky
Caleb Powers convicted third time for complicity in Gov. Goober murder of January 1900. Jury returns guilty with death penalty. Special Judge Robbins overrules motion for new trial and sentences Powers to death with November 25 execution date set. Attorneys secure appeal to Kentucky Court of Appeals. Powers moved to Scott county jail pending appeal.
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Georgetown
Wiil
Caleb Powers
William Gooner
Noot
Powers
Jme
Arthur Goebel
Cincinnati
Robbins
Kentucky Court of Appeals
Scott County
No Title. Quote on Caleb Powers Trial
Indianapolis editor reacts to Caleb Powers conviction calling it horrified and monstrous. He compares the verdict to the Emmet case, arguing Powers is an innocent man and a diabolical political crime of the age. The remark reflects strong partisan sentiment about the Georgetown case.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Taylor
Caleb Powers
Georgetown
Robert Emmet
Iman
Happenings In The State And Local Notes
In Medina Wen near Armenia Mr T G Hudson lost his dwelling by fire on Wednesday and a well box near the house was destroyed. William Barnes a Black man died from gas while cleaning a well on Thursday. Greenwood reports South Carolina Methodists plan a weekly religious paper The Christian Appeal to be issued from Greenwood. Andy Miller confessed to the McKane murder implicating others and awaits next term court. several named suspects held. In Salonica Bulgarian insurgents suffered a severe defeat with about 1000 killed as Turkish forces repelled their position. Turkish artillery caused the higher losses.
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Medina Wen
Chester
T. G. Hudson
Armenia
William Barnes
Greenwood
Methodists
South Carolina
GC. W. Creighton
Cokesbury
Christian Appeal
Greenwood Index
Andy Miller
Robert McKane
Miller
McKane
Recorder
John Fewell
Ed Griffin
William Ivey
Salonica
Smilovo
Servet Pasha
Dr King’s New Life Pills Ad Placed by Crawford Bros
An old advertisement claims war is unnecessary but strict laws govern life. It warns that misuse of law causes pain and irregular living deranges organs leading to constipation headaches or liver trouble. The pills re-adjust the system gently and thoroughly for 25 cents at Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co and Fanderbark Drug Store.
Foley's Honey and Tar for Children’s Cough Drops
A short notice describes Foley’s Honey and Tar cough drops marketed for children. The listing emphasizes safe use for kids and cautions against opiates. No additional details on dosage or age recommendations are provided.
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Foley
Not Killed In Beirut Attack View Consul Mabelssen
Dispatches from Beirut said View Consul Mabelssen survived an assassination attempt as several bullets missed. A later report to the State Department noted American war ships ordered to Turkish waters will proceed, their presence considered necessary amid tense times.
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Washington
Beirut
Mabelssen
Cama
Petch
Loishiaan
State Department
Desperate Deed Of Chicago Robbers
Chicago robbers killed two men and wounded two others at the Chicago City Railway barns on State Street. Three assailants escaped after taking 83,000. Cashier staff were shot as they worked early this morning, a motorman sleeping nearby was slain.
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Chicago
Au W.ithout
Chicago City Railway Company
Boy's Are For Lu If A Boy's Are For Lu If
A Leeville Indiana man endured death's agonies from asthma but found instant relief and cure with Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption and lung troubles. He sleeps soundly now and praises the remedy for coughs colds throat and lung ailments. Guaranteed bottles cost 60 cents and 1 dollar with trial sizes free at Crawford Bros J F Mackey & Co and Funderburk drug store.
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Crawford Broa
J. F. Mackey & Co
Funderburk
Castot AmMra Beata tha Tha Kind You Have in Bignature
The fragmentary text notes a signature line and possible dedication in a frame or document. It references a name chain Castot AmMra Beata and phrases suggesting possession of a badge or mark. No clear event, date, or organization is evident from the legible words.
Durham Man Kills Himself After Fatal Attempt on Wife
Special to The Chronicle reports Durham resident W. J. Causey killed himself at his home in the western city part following a violent attack on his wife. About 7 o’clock he wounded his spouse with a knife after ordering her to die, then allowed her to plead for time to say a farewell to her mother. She attempted to escape through a window, falling to the ground, while Causey retrieved a Bible and a pistol later fired. Neighbors found him dead in the room near 9 PM, the wife unharmed but frightened.
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Spreial
Durbin
Tial Nein
W. J. Catsey
Sol Walt
Causey
Wify
Hin
Doe
Cieret
Rene Askel
Tie
Bucklem Farm Salve Promoted by Crawford Bros
An advertisement touts Bucklem Farmingca Salve as a world famous cure for cuts, burns, sores, and skin eruptions. It claims unbeatable efficacy for pills and guarantees, offered for 250 in cash or equivalents through Crawford Bros, J F Mackey & Co and Funderbark Druggist.
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Crawford Bros. J. Kf, Mackey & Co
Ami Funderbark Draggist
Beat Death: Five Year Old Boy Murdered in Pickens
August 25 reports describe the shockling murder of a colored boy, five, allegedly killed by Ellen Valen tine after taking him in. An inquest by Coroner Parsons found conclusive proof and the boy was buried at once. Local papers note multiple fatal incidents this era, including accidents and homicides.
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Pickens
Simson
Len Valentine
Ellen
Forester
Dent
Parsons
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Kentucky
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AREW
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Asus
Durham
Han
Murer
Bucklem Farmingca
Beat Lim
Ty Death
PJ. LaMotte
14 and Courier
Thora
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