Prisons Reform Report Urges Farm Labor for Inmates
A detailed Iowa prison reform report proposes replacing punitive confinement with farm-based programs at Fort Madison and other facilities. It calls for prison farms of about 2000 acres for long and short term inmates, new educational farming instruction, and cooperation with the State College for educator support.
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Dea Moines
Penologista
Atate
Proba
Carrolom Mondaye
TRS
Pew
Fort Madison
Surious
Star ’ Commission
Apne
Jews State College
Amos
Seagolds Union
Charles F. Guetiss
Ames
Jury Corruption Charges Highlight Darrow McNamara Case
Los Angeles May 26 The district attorney outlined conspiracy to pervert justice in the McNamara juror bribery case. He described Lockwood Franks and Franklin scheme to influence a juror and the transfer of money through White to Clarence Darrow amid efforts to sway verdicts.
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Los Angeles
Cal
A. M Blakesley
Clasence Darrow
McNamara
John D. Fredericks
Hoe
Carrey
Cau Ze
McNamaras
Franklin
Dert Emmerstrom
John R. Harrington
Lockwood
Ing
Lim
Howes
Dariaks
Andivellew
Sullty
Larksood
Frankis
Piada
Bho
Lody Wwood
White
Clarence
Clarence Darroty
Thespart
Darrow
Doctor Led Into Foes Trap In Rural Attack
Reports say Dr Stumbaugh was fatally wounded after a bizarre ambush in a rural area. Authorities suspect a political motive as investigators chase leads from an assault that left bloodstains and torn evidence. recovery prospects for the doctor appear slim.
JOWA MINERS RETURN TO WORK AFTER VOTE
The Jowa miners resume operations as 3,036 vote for the labor pact and 4,381 against it in District 13. A few ballots remain uncounted but cannot change the result, signaling a complete victory for peace advocates and a return to work within days.
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Albla
United Mine Workers of America
Ded Moluca
Wis
Pie Agreemant
Milners
Bath near fatal electric accident saved by quick action
A man was held by an electric current in a bathroom when his hand gripped a fixture and a wife and neighbor were summoned. They freed him by pulling with their strength after he managed to drag himself from the exposure. The report notes the peril but mentions no lasting injuries.
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Magow Cligy
Oscar Koryel Wee
Neightor
Harvel
Java
Crawford Named Captain For Ames Team Next Year
J Spike Crawford takes the role of captain for the Ames squad for the upcoming season, confirming his leadership position. The announcement highlights Crawford’s prior experience and expected impact on team performance.
Renewed Riots in Budapest Prompt Night Lockdowns
May 7 Budapest reports a growing crisis as police order doors kept shut at night and hold homeowners responsible for youths. Six victims Friday and a broader labor unrest drive, with iron trades locked out, sparks of arson and widespread workshop closures.
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Tures Ingra Dend
Socialist Party
Telegrams Mailed and Delayed by Telegraph Companies
Washington May 25 Representatives from the committees on interstate and foreign commerce told by National President J. Konenkamp of the Commercial Telegraphers' Union and representative Carey that thousands of telegrams are copied by telegraph companies for wire transmission and then mailed to their destination. Representative Osray spoke in defense of a bill requiring the filling time to be written on all telegrams.
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Washington
J. Konenkamp
Presbyterian Assembly Ends in Louisville
The one hundred twenty seventh General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America ended in Louisville Kentucky after meeting at Warren Memorial Church from May 19 to May 27. The assembly closed with a final session and concluded church business and reports from various committees.
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Presbyterian Assembly
Louisville
Presbyterian Church
United States of America
Warren Memorial Church
Frigey
Rong of Country Prolific
Rong of Country Prolific reports a cryptic set of notes with unclear references to person 1B and reproduction, suggesting a fragmented transcript or garbled input rather than a coherent event. Further readable details remain unavailable for a full summary.
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Washington, Atay
Rebels Lose Fight Near Rellano In Mexican Conflict Battle
A chaotic report details a clash near Rellano in Mexico with federal forces hitting rebels hard. General Orozco and Campo directed troops while customs of artillery and cavalry shifted the momentum, forcing rebels to retreat toward Torreon after heavy losses.
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Ferano
Tex
Rosea
Persoft
Orozto
Jory
Hugaday
Rellano
Dornllips
Federafh
Iales
Torreon
Greyson
Mexico
Campo
Elainiat
Jetat
Federal Cavalry
Body of Richeson Buried in Amherst Grave Plot
Amherst Va May 3 The body of Clardnca V. Ujeesen who died after a fault at the home of Higheson at the foot of the Ridge was laid to rest near his mother and paternal guardian in a private plot. Only the family witnessed the burial.
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Amherst
Clardnca
Ujeesen
Boston
Lea
Avie Dinnell
Oy Higheson
Ee Ridge
Puntaise
Miles
Ws Mather
Ody
Trial Opens as Jury Selection Begins in Los Angeles Case
May 27 date marks the start of jury selection in a Los Angeles trial. Prosecutor Fredericka Opens the case as juror Lockwood is seated amid confusion over names and charges. Reports also note a Hawaii quake near Honolulu on May 27 and talk of a Mount Lee eruption forecast for June.
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Dateon
Los Angeles
Cat
Tim
Priberyiot McNamara
Lockwood
Ijnesrest
Fredericka Gpen
Hawaii
Honoulu
Mexican Revolt Report Claims Orozco Defeat
From Mexico City on May 2 officials reported General Buerte of the northern federal forces delivered a death blow to Orozco. The dispatch described a decisive setback in the revolt’s progress and noted renewed federal control in the region.
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Mexico City
Buerte
Adero
Orozco
Unclear historically garbled news items mix details
Fragmentary OCR text references elections and officials with numerous garbled names and places. The readable bits mention May dates, a committee or party, possible strikes or legal action, and various surnames. The overall content is too damaged to extract a coherent single event.
Bill Wilk Oust Ben Wood Washington May 29
A noisy accounting of a senate and house action on General Leonard Wood. The bill would remove him from command and set terms for his retirement after ten years of service. The measure requires confirmation and specifies timing for when it takes effect.
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Leonard Wood
Liohigp
Wood
General Booth Undergoes Cataract Operation In London
General Willem Booth, veteran leader of the Batya lon Army, had a serious cataract removal operation on Thursday in London. The procedure went satisfactorily and he is reported in stable condition.
Soap Man Leaves 82 Million in Unknown Transaction
An unclear report notes a figure of 82 160 000 connected to a person described as Soap Man. The fragment mentions locations or names such as ae h ai a and exandar reMaH with uncertain attributions and minimal readable context.
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Joer Ae H
Exandar Remah
End Cuban War Ambitions and Military Moves
Fragmented report details U S forces preparing a Cuban expedition from Santo Domingo toward Aguam, with 6 000 troops camp arrangements and plans to land at various locations. Navy yards and war college figures appear, while insurrection rumors and troop deployments are noted as authorities discuss outcomes and surrender prospects.
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Santo Domingo
Gover
PR Navy
Newson
Srpraps
Guben
Luntiga
Tova
Tha
Merican Amant Wi “Bo” oOecarmy War College
General Blatt
Svorke Upait & Plan
Canpaen
Cuba
Sandiaro
United States
Havana
Vonet
Comuhandet
Thrabgbout
Slorekeporé
Yagat
Three More Bishops Named in Philadelphia Conference
The Philadelphia conference witnesses a major move as bishops Werk, Deland, and others are discussed. Rev Dr. Smith of Grace Church and Rev Dr. A. Wyck of New Orleans attend. The audience reacts with mixed opinions and a call for equitable action by the conference.
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Venbeiy Greates- “Proteund-Bensat
J Peakeng
Ramey
Ferenué
Ederick Deland Dente
Intrel Methodist
Wirolt
Migu
Aeeeth Sphadelphia
Weslo New Or Wie
Pegeion
Bethodigm
Pepbke
Raed Shidl
Senator Crane To Retire In End Of Term Plans
Washington May 28 reports Senate figure Senator Crane plans to retire at end of current term. The message notes possible successor and party implications for Massachusetts politics and the Senate balance.
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Daclares
Nwhe Meyer
House Passes Panama Canal Toll Exemption Vote
Washington reports the House backed the Deems amendment granting American owned vessels toll exemption for Panama Canal use by a viva voce vote. New York notes coal prices rising June 1 by 26 cents per ton, increasing annual mining costs and wages for miners, affecting promoters.
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Washington
Yeessla En
Panama Canal
U. and Marksmen Triumph in International Shooting Meet
United States marksmen win the international shooting competition in Buenos Aires to claim the champions title. The Argentine team led by Was via Podmte, bo. BH, contended but fell short.
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U. & Marksmen
Ghargpione
Buenos Ayres
Mey
Rio
Markemen
Podmte
Bo. BH
Church Union Report Urges Interfaith Co Operation
A convention adopted a report urging a commission to cooperate with other churches and support unity among Protestant groups. It highlights education work in Sunday schools, the need for trained teachers, and calls for strengthening religious instruction and social services nationwide.
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J. W. Brougher
Saloana Lms
Acevaria
Pontgrént
Articipatena & World
Dowkeale
Miysland
Commission On
Episcopal Church
Noldins Msworde
Sao
Spitn
Sunnday
Orkera
Golteges
Bey Town
Goltéges
Suial
KW. Bronghers
Trelpjes
Great
Educationa
Apa
Thia’ Graf
Far West
Loa Angel Ga
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Budapest
Congress
Sam
Saainnd
Aare
Junge Archbald
Boland
Richeson
Boston Minster
Lles
Frederickis
Denmark
Slaters
Sinavida
Guy Inithey
Hambyre
Ceremonica
Coidmong
Kiexiivsta Panagiv
Amerdauen
Jdlon
Fay
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Ware
Vgboenuy
Mio
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Ben. Wood
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