Murderer Confesses in Blackstone Case and Dow Wounding
Bertram Spencer admits the murder of Martha Blackstone and the wounding of Miss Harriet Dow. Police claim a complete confession and chain of evidence linking Spencer to robberies in the area. Lucy Dow identifies a holster belt and pin as belonging to the suspect and found at Spencer's home.
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Boy Discovers Parents Dying in Canton Home
A young boy found his parents Warren Koons and his wife stabbed and murdered early Wednesday at their Git Virginia avenue residence. The father died within minutes. the mother and the house showed blood traces. Neighbors alerted authorities as the son reported two intruders entering the home and leaving before dawn. Detectives Ryan Poll and the coroner investigated with no immediate clues or recovered items.
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Murder Case Hunted After Montana Trip Description
Police pursue a man matching the Willman description in connection with a murder case. Clotun Willman, tied to the Koons family, left the home around 9 o clock this morning intending to hire a car and flee. Descriptions are broadcast countywide as officers seek motive and possible native suspect linked to a Montana trip.
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Bitter rebuke sparks clash over Methodism debate
Archbishop Ireland rebuts Bishop McIntyre in a St. Paul reply decrying the challenge to debate and criticizing the Methodist leadership. The exchange centers on a Rome trip and accusations about Catholic opposition to Protestant proselytizing.
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Carmen Will Decide Tonight in Columbus Streetcar Strike
Columbus April 6 The executive committee of the newly organized street car employes union declines responsibility for a strike and will ask workers to vote again tonight on accepting company terms. Fifteen strike breakers from Cleveland arrived to assist regular men, with more en route as arbitration attempts fail. General Manager Stowart expects a strike and will hire additional operators. police guard strike breakers arriving in Columbus amid unrest.
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Diplomatic Mixups Over Marquis Visit to Rome
The Marquis de Valloterraze questioned when he could meet American Ambassador Leishman in Rome. Embassies answered or not, a delayed reply from the U S envoy prompted the Marquis to call and even threaten. The exchange highlighted irritations with etiquette and communication among legations in the Italian capital.
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Murderous double tragedy shocks Pittabure hospital
A man identified as Walsh shot and fatally wounded Mrs. Mary Ryan before killing himself in Pittabure yesterday. He died at the hospital in a serious condition. The article notes Walsh’s connection to the local life insurance firm and mentions his Chicago ties.
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Suspect Nabbed By Police In West Springfield Murder
Police arrest a suspect in the murder of Mrs Martie Bldeketone on a Springsfield street. Detectives recovered items including a revolver two black mufflers masks and personal effects tied to the crime in a residence searched after the arrest. The investigation emphasizes a violent crime pattern in the city over the past year.
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Ready to Pay Back the Money Involved in 1908 Campaigns
A historical wire report notes a inquiry into campaign expenditures tied to 1908 events including a Democratic convention in St Clairville and a secretary of state race. It mentions Jody Williams and Cremer as figures, with alleged expenses and repayments discussed by the investigating committee.
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Beveridge Bombshell Quoted as Insurgents Back Hoover Platform
In a Washington dispatch a Indiana leader is praised by insurgents while Beveridge faces cross party debate over the Democratic platform. The piece cites party division, calls for a strong union policy, and notes hints of votes aligning with the Beveridge position.
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Fire destroys town church and school in incendiary blaze
A large fire driven by dynamite or explosives devastated a town center. Citizens saved the first town from total destruction as flames burned the church where President James Carfold and Cheater A. Arthur once taught. One worker died rescuing colleagues amid a suspected incendiary origin.
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Roosevelt’s Waterloo echoes in Vatican clash clash
A fiery commentary accuses Theodore Roosevelt of overreaching with Vatican diplomacy, likening his act to a bull in a china shop. The Rev Wather Hannan and Michel Hannan condemn Roosevelt’s attempt to force a papal audience, arguing Rome will not bend to political spectacle.
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Expenses Heavy For State Fire Marshal Roger Rogers
Roger Rogers of Cleveland testified before the Heatly State probe committee that he spent 416.20 for railroad fares, parlor and sleeping rooms between Columbus and Cleveland during his term as state fire marshal. He said he acted under attorney general guidance and would not repay until legality was confirmed. He also admitted charging 402.00 for hotel and meals in Columbus. Witness Booth questioned ties to Davis of Cleveland and Rogers aid midtetation.
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Roosevelt to Downgrade Public Interest in Genoa Visit
Rome dispatch reports Colonel Roosevelt plans to avoid public attention during his travel to Genoa arriving April 1. He will limit press access, meet friends in an effort to keep movements discreet. The trip includes a Genoa stop and a proposed private visit with Augustinian figures amid Vatican controversy reactions.
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