Mulcted Widow Sues Companion for Peculations
Mrs. Margaret Klock Armour, widow of Simeon B. Armour, filed suit in Kansas City for $142,100 against Miss Harriet Byington alleging years of peculations from a safety deposit box while Byington acted as companion and housekeeper. About $25,000 was found buried in a kennel and thousands more spent on jewelry and art at fabulous prices.
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Kansas City
Margaret Klock Armour
Simeon B. Armour
Packer
Circuit
Harriet Byington
Miss Byington
Armour
Mrs. Armour
Armour Home
Land grafters pardon and naval militia attack note
Pardons outline for Leavenworth residents convicted of land frauds in Oklahoma with details of comutations by President Taft. Also reports Naval Militia mobilizing along the Atlantic coast to rehearse defense of New York with seventeen battleships converging on Long Island Sound. Include a quirky note on Newton New Jersey man insuring his thumbnail to avoid idleness.
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New York
North Atlantic
Long Island Sound
Chardiner's Bay
Long Island
Newton
N. J
Charl Heinsey
Heinsey
Indiana district seeks uniform marriage license rule
Chicago July 17 Indiana district of the Lexington conference at the Methodist Episcopal church gathered at Scott church and urged adoption of nationwide laws requiring licenses to be issued at least one month before marriage to interfere less with Cupid and marriage plans.
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Cupid
Chicago
Indiana
Lexington
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
Scott Church
States of the Union
Fruit Merchant Slays Black Hand Agent in Jeannette
In Jeannette Pennsylvania on July 37 a fruit merchant named George Labarto attacked and fatally injured Venes Ceciliano on the Black Hand’s signal to turn over money. Mrs Labarto later turned over high letters from the Black Hand demanding payment to the police.
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Black Hand
Jeannette
George Labarto
Venes Ceciliano
Labarto
Taft's Chicago Visit Off For Waterway Congress
In Peoria on July 17 President Taft wired the Deep Waterway Association that he will be unable to attend the waterway congress in Chicago in October.
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Taft
Chicago
Peoria
Taft Nets
The
Deep Waterway Association
Waterway Congress
Windstorm Wrecks Buffalo Bill Show in Chicago
A July Chicago windstorm collapsed the Buffalo Bill Wild West show tents shortly after 8 pm. Assistant Manager Wiley says the entire setup wrecked. no fatalities but several injuries reported among about 600 spectators inside the gates. Horses escaped as crowd panicked and workers rushed to safety.
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Chicago
Wilyes
Mrs Lea Races With Death for Life in Colorado Trip
Mrs Lea wife of Senator Lea of Tennessee escaped a grave illness en route from Deer Park aided by Senator Lea, Mrs Percy Warner, and Alvs. George Prayer. After initial care at Maryland Thoumin resort, her condition improved though her husband’s strength waned. physicians advised Colorado climate as a potential cure for her life threatening illness.
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Iby
Ile
Gea
Benator Ben
Tennessee
Deer Park
Lea
Percy Warner
George Prayer
Maryland
Alps
Lai
Colorado
Scotty Ha a Roll to Spend in Nevada Town
Reva Nevada resident Judy Joe Witter Scott known as Scotty of Dewell Valley arrives in Goldfield with $11,000 in currency. He boasts of wealth from a Pacific coast to New York trip and says he will reveal the location of his fortune after August 1.
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Nev
Judy Joe Witter Scott
Seotty
Dewel Valley
Pacific Coast
New York
Goldfield
New Yorker
London
Atlantic
Miss Sherman to Wed a Lord in London
London announces the engagement of Miss Mildred Watts Stratman of New York to Caingys a young power from Washington who traveled to England for the wedding of his friend Lord Decies and Miss Vivien Gionhd.
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New York
London
Mildred Watts
Fond Caingys
Poer of
Waghind
America
Troops Depart for Rome and Fort Leavenworth
A Bleventt infantry unit leaves for Mort in Rome area. A. Russell from Wyoming orders Company A signal corps from Del Rio to San Antonio and then to Fort Leavenworth Kansas.
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San Antonio
Tex
Inigi
Bleventt Infantry
Mort . A. Russell
Wyoming
The
Signal Corps
del Rio
Fort Leavenworth
Kansius
Food Frauds Worry Kansas Flavoring Extracts In Adulteration
Topeka July 17 reports reveal efforts under state pure food laws to ensure safe foods though adulteration schemes persist. Letters to Secretary J Crumhne describe makers diluting butter with water and emulsions to fool tasters, while others claim to counterfeit apple cider vinegar and seasonings using sawdust and molasses. Authorities emphasize chemical tests to detect fakes and protect consumers.
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Topeka
Willel
Aoman
Tennessee
Rochester
Hundred Killed in Battle Prominent Men in Puebla
Riot in Puebla between federal forces and Maderistas leaves many dead across city and outskirts. Reports say prominent Puebla residents may face arrest over responsibility for clashes. Raids, looting, and gunfire described at Covadonga factory and other sites. casualties include soldiers and civilians.
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Mexico
Atlases
Federal
Ceaupes
Materists
Poo
Siteone
San Fond Bill
Raul Madero
Praneisea
Maedevo Dt
Ray’s Pull Trial Probe Reveals Travel Irregularities
Washington July 6 17 A congressional investigation to be led by officials of the city department or Ue canter to determine which committee handles publication of the committee's jurisdiction. Chairmen of House committees on military affairs may meet today to assign oversight of paymaster Ray accused of favoritism and irregularities in travel accounts tied to contracted leaves.
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Washington
Coneres
Sion
Rmiseerihiet
Pity Department
Chouse
Ray
Slough Dries Up and Rescues Hog Herd in Slush
Stella Nebraska July 17 a herd of seventeen dogs sought refuge from a hog lot in a drying slough mud hid them as the water receded the mud hardened trapping them. After two days Mr Bindu and a neighbor used shovels to dig out the trapped dogs rescuing others. four dogs died before rescue was completed.
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Neb
Bindu
Fie
Shipwreck near Port Slimon Costa Riga July incident
A small steamship was struck by another vessel in the Sunduu river estuary near Port Slimon Costa Riga. Thirty two passengers and twenty crew members drowned, while eight passengers escaped.
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Port Slimon
Costa Riga
Hirty
Sunduu River
Des Boines Firemen Move under Hanna’s Order
Des Moines dispatch reports two firemen injured in a street wagon crash as it sped toward Walnut Street. Injuries include bruises and possible internal damage. ten men were knocked down. Caldwell resigns from civil service. action tied to Councilman MacVicar’s compliance with civil service laws amid board disputes.
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MacVicar
Des Moines
Taca
Ty dl
Caldwell
Civil Service Commission
Alawyor Hiauna
John Macvivat
Air Caliwell
Civil Service Board
Ttn Atae Vien
Dynante Mission Turmoil Sparks City Incident
Unclear report describes a clash between the Vilion Mission and American Salvation Army in Webster City. Authorities say dynamite was found under a mission building threatening nearby structures while Captain Wallace faces discharge over alleged misconduct and flee intentions. Police hunt suspects as the plot unfolds.
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Webster City
Din
Vilion Mission
American Salvation Army
Wallace
Dtg Heroe
Couchet
Ink Wodow
Young Girl Injured in Mowing Accident
Stella Novotny, 15, of Miss Stella family LA, was run over by a mowing machine and both legs were severed. She had operated the machine and was found two hours later after the machine wounded her. Her dress was torn and rags were used as bandages.
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Victor
Stella Novotnny
Amd
A Nice Sandwich For a Pink Tea
The piece notes that English counties have distinct sandwich traditions. Devon is highlighted for its Devon sandwich, prepared with a split bread portion buttered, jam spread, marmalade added, and a generous cream layer, yielding a far from ordinary treat.
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England
Devonshire
Devon
London Globe
The End of Tuberculosis Instruction Card
Medical guidance urges steady outdoor rest to treat tuberculosis. Emphasizes continuous outdoor sitting after meals and rest, with strict limitations on activity and movement until a doctor approves.
Prices Higher Says Report on 1910 Costs
Washington July 10 The bureau of labor reports wholesale prices for 257 commodities in 1910 rose 4 percent from 1909 and 1.6 percent above the 1907 average. Farm products up 7.5 percent since 1909, timber and building materials up 1.7 percent, drugs 4.1, foodstuffs 3.2, clothing 2.7, and fuel and light down 3.0. Potatoes soared 300 percent and eggs 60 percent, with mixed results across sectors.
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Washington
Bureau of Labor
Bureau
Duez on Trial in Paris for Clerical Property Embezzlement
In Paris Edward Duez, a leader in anti church actions that closed churches and expelled Sisters of Charity, faced trial. He is accused of misappropriating about 4 million dollars from the sale of clerical property meant for the treasury. He has confessed.
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Paris
Edward Duez
Sisters of Charity
Duez
Chief Neglected Duty in Police Ouster Suit
Lincoln July 10 report cites Donahue of Canaha as failing to enforce state law against immoral houses and illicit sales. Referee Robert Te. Evans of Dakota City delivers finding in the state’s ouster case against the Canaha chief.
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Lincoln
Higner
Donahue
Canaha
Robert Te. Evans
Dakota City
Supreme Court
Rules Against Express Companies Deny Carrier Rates
Washington July 10 The Interstate Commerce Commission denies Wells Fargo Express the right to charge parcel rates on bulk packages and orders that after September 1 ownership of property offered for transportation may not determine rate eligibility. The ruling applies to every express company operating in the United States.
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Washington
Wells-Fargo Express Company
Interstate Commerce Commission
United States
Co-Operative Store to Open in Marshalltown, Iowa
The Marshalltown Co-Operative Industrial Society, a labor union corporation, plans to enter retail by incorporating with authorized capital and has purchased the stock of local grocery and meat firms. The launch is set for July 10 in Marshalltown Iowa.
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Marshalltown
Marshalltown Co-Operative Tidustrial Society
Fewer Cigars Sold Prompt Solvency Claim
New York on July 10 Louis W. Coom a retail cigar dealer says declining cigar sales forced him toward insolvency and he had to sell cigarettes at a loss to cover competition.
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New York
Louis W. Coom
Divorce Witnesses Extradited to Pittsburg Testify
Alfred George Curphey and Captain Thomas Kirkbird of London England face extradition to Pittsburg to testify in the Mellen divorce action. Governor Dix approved the warrant for their extradition.
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Albany
Alfred George Curphey
Thomas Kirkbird
London
England
Pittsburg
Mellen
Dix
G& Warrant
Physical Endurance Limits of Athletes Across Sports
The Boston Globe notes athletes peak early in endurance sports. Marathoners often fail to repeat wins due to drained stamina, while boxers and wrestlers rarely stay champions long. Baseball players endure longer, though pitching still tests longevity.
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Hunt
Boston Globe
Laugh and Get Fined in Germany Police Case
A Berlin ironworker jailed for a week after laughing at a merrymaker chased by a stout policeman. A man who fractured his leg attempting to board a moving train was fined 1.25. A man who bumped a woman on a omnibus was fined 5 for calling her ailment. Claire Waldorf warned for singing after Sunday but performed with police present.
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Germany
Berlin
Aben
Claire Waldorf
Claire Waldof
London
Curbing the Kickers at a St Louis Country Club
A St Louis Post-Dispatch item notes an unwritten rule where members proposing club purchases pay for them. A member demanded new cream and cows, prompting the club to buy two Jersey cows at $100. The policy created a well-equipped club but led to caution as acquisitions declined.
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St. Louis
Mississippi Valley
St Louis Post-Dispatch
The New York Shave Observed Like a City Ritual
The Atlantic notes how a New York shave feels ceremonial and time consuming compared with London. A rushed man lies back and requests speed while the barber lengthens the moment with idle talk and a wart inspection before completing the shave.
True Eloquence and Its Invisible Spark
The passage argues true eloquence cannot be learned or spoken into. it cannot be summoned by words or emotion alone. It arises from the voice itself the subject and the occasion and occurs like a natural fountain or volcanic eruption from native force.
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Webster
Investment Advice Trusts Nat Griggs Says Plea
Cleveland Plain Dealer quotes a terse exchange where Nat Griggs is urged to invest once and faces future estrangement. The dialogue marks a sharp warning about a hopeless investment and the expectation of limited future dealings.
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Nat Griggs
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Clever Imitator Smith Draws Relieved Praise
In a brief exchange from Variety Life, Tottie expresses relief that Gabber should meet Smith for his clever impersonation. The dialogue notes Smith can imitate anyone, sparking a wish that he were present.
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Tottie
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