Lynching Threats and Mob Rule in Shreveport Case
A chaotic telegram report from Shreveport details a white mob in pursuit of Prince Edwards, accused in a fatal beating, as Black residents are held under armed guard in a store. The planned mass lynching and calls to whip women amid ongoing tension mark a violent surge around the John Gray Motter case and local reconstruction era unrest.
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New Orleans
Bhreyapaet Mayme
I Jooks Uke
Knorbbres
Bosster Pariah
Joan Gray Motter
Ubowish
Shisteport
Taprat
Morter
Joh G. Doster
Prince Eabwarie
Eucape
Porter
Govsroor McMulls
Tennesser
Chime
Toulelena
Cooler
Kdwards
Poster
Fred
Pacific Railway
Troukie
Begroet
Secco
Fin
Hawarth
John Gray
White League
Icinns
Prince Edwards
Nhwan
Kiniebtew
Ractson
Luna
Smith
Une if cata aware will Se burn alive at one o clock
Dispatch from kabure reports a tense scene in Shreveport as citizens delay executing imprisoned Black men until 1 o'clock today. Excitement remains high and officials await the return of the patrol party before any violence occurs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kabure
Shreveport
St Kinnebrees
Fheipher
Tilley Robbed Assaulted By Two Men In San Francisco
Lt. Cmdr. B. P. Thier of the American Simean safaris chapter was attacked in an unfamiliar San Francisco street after arriving from Pago Pago. Two men seized him from behind and restrained him, striking him and stealing about $2 and his watch before he recovered and reported the incident. He plans to depart for the east tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
B. P. Thier
Pago Pago
Occidental
Tilley
Four New Letters in Morrison Murder Trial Update
In El Dorado June 1968 the Morrison murder trial heard state papers claimed to be by Claus before the defendant died at Biles Mourrieun's hamlet. Court ordered writings of the deceased woman to be turned over, defense seeking a continuance. Jury selection proceeded with objections by the defense, four jurors challenged for cause but overruled. four jurors later seated. Defendants include several local farmers from near El Dorada.
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el Dorado
Rus
Jemde Morrison
Claus
Biles Mourrieun
Aleman
Matter
el. McDandel
A. G. Lamb
BD. J. McPongal
el Dorada
Free Cuba in Washington War Department Sees Cuban Independence by Christmas
War Department expects Cuban independence to be an accomplished fact by next Christmas after the Pratt amendment is adopted by the constitutional convention. A bill for elections of all officers to establish an independent government in Cuba is ready for full submission. Government officials speak of rapid progress, with the convention expected to dispose of remaining issues within weeks and elections soon after.
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Washington
War Department
Cuba
Pekin Meeting Hints Settlement on Indemnity Question
June 12 Pekin reports a definite settlement on the indemnity issue is expected at the next committee meeting. The discussion is to be decisive, with plans to terminate the current terms and set a clear path forward.
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Pekin
Americans Lead in London Event Sparks Heat Match
Crosby and Elliott shine in London as spectators see strong performance. The page notes competitive gaps and rising pace with mentions of heat rounds and notable sprinting, highlighting the effort of individual athletes and a team showing promise.
Barker the Man Follows the Suggestion Made by Low
A note indicates Barker the Man will proceed according to a suggestion proposed by M. A. Low. The reference implies an agreed course of action or policy following Low's lead or guidance.
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M. A. Low
Unexpected turn in Oklahoma judgeship and district attorney race
In Topeka discussions the conference of lawyers chose Barker as United States district attorney to succeed Lambert. Osborn eyed as Oklahoma federal judge. Low orchestrated talks, with Barker named “the man” by Burton. The plan links Barker to Osborn, with Lam bert’s fate unsettled and Wheeler and other officials noted in the wider political maneuvering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George J. Barker
United States District Attorney
Dimbert Phils
Sarathine
Barker
Thas
Harker
Topeka
M. A. Low
Burton Chown
T As Lambert
Burtos
Burton
Lambert
H. ‘Tracy
Burton Wax
Steve Oeborn
Salina
Topeke
Ted
Low
Leland
Teacle
AFL Leader Samuel Gomper Backs Machinists Nine Hour Fight
New York June 1 Samuel Gomper president of the American Federation of Labor announced from Washington that he will aid the International Association of Machinists in every way within its power in the contest for the nine hour day.
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New York
Samuel Gompert
American Federation of Labor
Cear
Washington
International Association Ee Machinista
Ite
Message From Kaiser Delivers World Gracious Greeting
Boston June 12 The Y M C A jubilee convention receives a telegram from Emperor William via the German ambassador in Washington Hearty congratulations are conveyed to the Brotherhood of Young Men's Christian Associations assembled for the jubilee.
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Saul
Christ
Wilhelm Ht
America
Landa
Missachusetts
Rhode
Boston
Washington
William
Brotherhood of Young Men
Held for trial in murder case at October term
Kansas City report states Mrs John Stallion and her father Theras Crabtree, along with two sons James and Proyk Crabtree, were held for trial at the October term on charges of murdering Alice Stallion, the 16 year old stepdaughter. Bonds set at $1000 for Mrs Stallion and James Crabtree, $500 for the Crabtree youths.
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Kansas City
Galens
John Stallion
Theras
Crabtree
James
Proyk Crabtree
Alice Stalion
Stallion
James Crabtree
Bach
Kennedy murder trial witnesses dampen defense claims
In Kansas City last night the jailed defendant's wife, Mrs Kennedy, slept poorly as the court weighed alleged admissions by E W Lewis. Bert Prince testified this morning while the defendant's brother testified previously. An insanity expert questioned the potential hereditary factor but noted no clear dementia.
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Kansas City
Arthur 2. Rules
Kennedy
Kuhn
Lewin
Miss Prince
Lewis
Rules
Kalin
Anguf Kennedy
Kunnki
Neui
Bert Princh
Ert
Prince
Earler
de, Panton
Fmie
CL Dillon
Lili
Dillon Sila
E Pri
Discussion on Nicaragua canal opens at southern industrial convention
Sewall Cobb of Pensacola, Florida starts talks at the Philadelphia meeting, urging that the nation open a canal through the Central American isthmus. He notes past federal overspending on military ventures and argues resources should back canal construction and commercial steamship expansion instead.
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Philadelphia
Nicaragua Canal
Southern Industrial Convention
Sewall Cobb
Pensacola
Fla
Far East
America
Tian Ten Sajillona
Papgslaton
Uves
Nicarasue
Othe Claytum
Parker and Hughes recount double ballots in disputed election
Election recount details show Parker leading by a narrow margin after counting unchallenged and objected ballots, with 178 double and 48 objected ballots affecting final totals. Attorneys examine rejected ballots from all precincts as Judge Garver and Commissioner Larimer oversee the process amid objections.
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Hughes
Parker
Parkac
James ©. Larimer
Col
Hugher
Eee
wAttorney
Dor
Garver
Doran
Cerver
Doran Na
Larimer
Braving Death at Port Royal Mine Rescue Efforts Continue
Port Royal Pa June 18 ten men entered the burning Port Royal mine at 9 30 am to recover bodies as gas and explosions threaten further danger Inspector Dixon led the rescue. A rescue party vowed to bring out the entombed while an inquest resumes on Tuesday into prior deaths. A priest offered 22000 for rescue or recovery and urged caution awaiting seven days to seal the mine.
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Port Royal
Dixon
Father Carroll
Smithvan
Exid
Anid Aa Garrol
Gome
Ndon
W. F. McCune
D. Somos
T. Gunanulise
Sateau
Locomotive Explosion Kills Crew Near Clarks Neb
The Union Pacific freight train locomotive exploded near Clarks Nebraska this morning. Engineer Charles Fulmer of Council Bluffs and Fireman David Jenking of Omaha were killed. Brakeman William Ponca of Poeta Wan was badly burned and may die. The crash occurred at high speed and left two others injured.
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Omaha
Union Pacific
Clarks
Neb
Charles Fulmer
Council Biers
David Jenking
Wm. Ponca
Poate Wan
Ally
Ant Traf
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Princes Edwards
Dee
Breat
Fatwerie
Jacob
Samoa
Morrison
FREE
Crosby
Elliott
London
Gap
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Man
Lawrence Man
U. 4S
No @me
Steve Osborn
Oklahoma
Chicago
Jerie
Geo. J. Barker
United States
Amsfrican Federation of Rea
Schedul
Kaiser
Murden
Alice
Louisville
Evens
Mrs. Kennedy
E. W.lewis
Bert Prince
Willsells
Hinghes
Larimer Bates
Chesterfield
Sella
North Topeka
Kansas Avenue
Second Evenue
Minti Atrest
Sela Gray
Diocks
Ninth
Jefferson Streets
Ciréus
Willan Belle
Eire
Borsa
M Circus Tran
Uisbend
Uuiboar
Bells & Gray's
Hata
Port Royal Mine
Killeod
Brakemano
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