John Helms Witness For Prosecution In Calhoun Case
Ban freasteen May 30 report on the Calhoun trial notes John Helms, a witness for the prosecution, detailing arrangements with Burns agents and United Railroads officials to perjure testimony. Helms recalls payments and the involvement of Wm Byrne, Abbott, and Platt, amid tensions with defense and prosecution staff.
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Freasteen
Tatrick Calhoun
Effertog
John Title
Jfetma
United Railroads
Byrne
Secret Service Department
Wit
Abbott
Haltmads
Iecal
Rondo
E A. Flatt
Burns
Tisit
Fa Pee Mobath
Durne
Helms
Franele d
Money
Biro
Matt Blaracety
Eal
Helo
Tay
Velma
Witham
Melme
Platt
Platty
Turner
P Platt
Fort Rog
Melman
Roxton
Furna
Rogers
Heney
Barna
Eeeset Sritice
Cungrese
Tormrs
John Owara
Onegin
Mela
Unis
Mes
J. D. Arthur
Take the Oath of Office in Constantinople Ceremony
Members of the chamber of deputies took the oath this afternoon before the Sultan amid a large crowd outside the building. He read his speech to the grand vizier, reaffirmed Turkey’s oath to uphold the constitution, and pledged to improve relations with foreign powers. Applause and exclamations followed.
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Chamber of Denutira
Bultan
Turkey
Mmhemed
Rand Visier
Inehaliah
Preacher Aroques Debates Flat Earth Notions
The Rev J Le Cooke, preacher of the Banctified Sect, argued the earth is not round but flat like a hat in a debate with Lenny Henry, a Timeschool student from West Asheville. The dispute centered on whether a globe could have a foundation, and the preacher claimed holes in the earth’s shape. The student contended the earth must be curved, but the preacher ended the exchange by quitting.
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Ashestile
Tey
J. le Cooke
Banctified Sect
Lenny Henry
West Asheville
Str. Cooke
Ryace
Taflea West
Olier Street
Lewis
Nichta
Brn
Hair clipping device shown for self use in public
New York May 20 The man aims to cure his own hair by constructing a self cutting appliance to be demonstrated publicly at a convention in Atlante City first week of June. The belt machine uses a wire plugged into an electric outlet to drive a hair clipper with adjustable speed and a clip to choose short or long cuts.
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New York
Fells
Ktown
Cslcage
Tormber
Pew
Ahll- Wyo
Attempt to End Ends in Tragedy and River Deaths
Fragmented report notes an attempt to end life by two men, George Phillips and Texlat Quillan, with Phillips dying after leaping in front of a moving train and Quillan later hauled from a river. Mrs Gallagher, 22, reported early today amid fog and river danger, with two bodies recovered from the water.
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George Phillips
Greensburg
Gallagher
Tlatex Quillan
Preassembly Activities Close at Mission Worker Conference
At the Denver gathering on May 18 the Conference of Mission Workers urged renewed appeal for foreign missions and better Christian education. Leaders debated sectarian influence, university ties, and the role of missionary pastors, with Chancellor Barnart V. McCurtles of Pittsburgh University presenting church concerns.
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Denver
State University
Barnart V. McCurtles
Pittsburg University
C. Gonth
Vic Andia
New York
Close Presidential Race At Pitt Under Dr McEwen
Dr Mia L McFeen pastor of Third Presbyterian Church faces a tight race amid strong backing from church leaders and notable figures. Proponents say McEwen has strengthened, with candidates Morrison, Norbert McKeazie, Edward bill, and A Johnston showing solid support in a rally at the assembly. Tomorrow the opening sermon by Rev O Pullerton precedes the ballot as the foreign mission exhibit highlights progress and a report from Dr J W McBean and Dr I Lyon on church board reforms.
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Mia L McFeen
Third Presbyterian Church
Pittture
Jst
Hefwens
Jamen Morrison Narkiey
Detroit
Nobert McKeazie
New York
Pr. Kéward
Bill of
Chlears
A. Johnvon
Dr. McEwen
Durice Harland
O. P. Pullerton
St. Louis
J. W. McBean
Slam
I. Lyon
China
Moffat
Washington
Jefferson College
Pittsburg
VESSELS IN GRIP OF ICE AT ST JOHNS HARBOR
The clip of two steamers Mongolian and Prospero near St Johns harbor remained fast in ice at dawn. Passengers aboard the Mongolian looked to reach land as icy conditions forced slow progress, with crews and many travelers attempting to ford ice floes and ashore.
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Herman
Abe
Governments 10 Investigate Murder
Five suspected men confessed in a jail raid under heavy guard near Pheyenne. The murder investigation involves both French and British state governments with a special dispatch from Rast, Wyo. The probe centers on a French citizen and a tense security response as inquiries proceed.
Four Suspects Held Over Triple Murder Case
Seven men are jailed and charged with a triple murder after a raid connected to stockmen disputes. Prosecution will be pursued by state and county officials and agencies. Suspects were detained in Jal Haain and transferred to Jal Bheridag under heavy guard to prevent escapes.
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Dig
Mind 'Eronerg
Haain
Bheridag
Brewers Concode Strength of Temperance Movement
Chicago May 20 The strength of the temperance movement was noted at the annual banquet of the society of brewing technology. Speeches urged on a plan to combat appetite and to prove moderation benefits health. Speakers pressed teaching youth to think freely and oppose hypocrites while advocating selecting honorable candidates and discouraging indecency.
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Chicago
Germany
Englend
Peculiar Clause In Mother's Will Sparks Probate Question
Chicago May 20 A peculiarly phrased clause in the will of Mrs Elizabeth Stewart of Lila Mich ties one half of her estate to her daughter and to the Good Will Baptist denomination. The document references how money was earned and the religious character of the father, and directs a portion to be given to the church. The property is tied to probate filings with the recorder's office.
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Chicago
Claure
Eilzabeth Stewart
Lila
Wale
Recorder’s Office
Fire Tears Through Toledo Building Injuring Dozens
A May 29 Chicago blaze at the Toledo building on Water Street and Almarsa Avenue injured many, some seriously, as windows blew out and floors collapsed. Firefighters battled flames spreading through multiple halls. occupants fled or leapt to safety from upper floors. Several tenants, including Mrs Elmore and Mrs Carmendy, were severely hurt. others jumped from windows or were rescued by ambulances.
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Chicago
Shiy
Almersa Avenur
Mircraft
Phe Rat
Elmore
John Miller
Catherine Carmnty
Carmety
Pathfinder Makes New Start in Fiery Teamed Chase
Pathfinders begin a new journey after a disrupted trek toward Tierra Blanca on a foggy route toward Meshed City. Morning roughness caused a delayed start as the caravan faced detours near Topeka and the West. Local reports note scattered delays across routes including New York and Metal Market regions with no clear end in sight.
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Tierra Blanca
Mecklenburg Celebration Interrupted by Cloudburst
A cloudburst disrupted Mecklenburg's celebration as President Taft reviewed events in Charlotte. Rain flooded the reviewing stand, power cut, and a live electric wire endangered crowds. Taft kept his composure, then moved to cover as umbrellas failed and the parade continued. Taft later traveled to Petersburg and Charlotte, with National Guard and Confederate veterans present for the day's ceremonies.
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Charlotta
Nlc
Taward
Santa
Yetteriay
Petersburg
Selwyn Hotel
Cam Una
Tne
Kiddie Uolvernity
Washington
Funeral arrangements for HL. HM. Hogers in New York
Funeral services for HL. HM. Hogers, Brandon Oft tournate, are planned in New York with a Mesiah church service conducted by Dr. Robert Collier. A choir from the Mvndelemnba iter ctab will sing. The funeral proceeds to Fair Haven, Mars, then a memorial church service. Interment in Riverside cemetery Oxford near Fate Haves. Estate plans involve Virginia railroad property and Amalgamated Copper. John T. Ryan to oversee, Urban I Thovahion to manage Mr Hogers’ private affairs.
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New York
HM. Hogers
Brandon
Robert Collier
Mvndelemnba Iter
Vox
Fair Haven
Mars
Memorial
Rogers
Mey
Riverside Cemetery
Oxford
Bysberg
Uingers
bin Atfaire
Soa
Erik Protectet
Virginia
Togera’ Dutles
Amaleamated
John T. Ryan
Vaacants Copper Company
Desent Bunlanes
Roger’ Puyate
IE Mogens
Urban I Thovahion
Sen
Pall
Tiler T. Getey
Georen Mo Morfelt
Hatad Bread Strike Echoes Across City Workforce
In a fragmentary report from a past era, bakers strike to protest wage and price hikes. The protest aims to limit bread costs while sheltering workers from layoffs. Officials face pressure to calm unrest and restore bakery production amid shortages.
Mutilated body of nine year old Annie Potter found near Griffin Park
In Los Angeles on May 20 the mutilated body of Annie Potter nine years old who attended Hollywood school was found near Griffin Park. Her throat appears cut from ear to ear and clothing torn suggesting a brutal crime. The murder followed her leaving Lee Fett School last Sunday and the body lay in mustard growth near the park for ten days or more before discovery by a park employee near a shed and bullring. Authorities believe she was abducted earlier and dragged to the site.
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Los Angeles
Annie
Hollywood
Grifin Park
Abe
John A. Petera
Lee Fett School
Rosie
Angeles
Rice
Taaper Bheter
Closing Quotations of World Markets Reported in May
Chicago Livestock prices show a steady market with cattle and calves mixed. Texas steers and hogs are noted with varied rates, while sheep and lambs display modest gains and steady demand across the market report dated May 20.
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Chicago
Itc
Rouh Stonat
Necelpte
Lambs
Best
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