Dictaphone Secrets Shake McNamara Defense Case
Los Angeles reports former detective Hert H. Franklin expected to testify against Clarence Darrow on jury bribing charges. Rumors say three others have confessed, and a dictaphone in District Attorney Ford’s office captured conversations with Darrow aides. Echoes of a broader conspiracy emerge as witnesses may corroborate.
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Los Angeles
Cal
W. J. Ford
McNamara
Darrow
Mr. Ford
Ford
Witesses
Marriage of Cecile Guy and John Robertson Surprises Friends
Yesterday at the Methodist parsonage in West Washington the wedding of Cecile Guy and John Robertson took place with Rev A S Smith officiating. The couple, who live near Grace Hill, were joined by witnesses Mr and Mrs C C Jones. The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs J W Guy of South Marion avenue.
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Methodist
A. 8. Smith
Cecile Guy
John Robertson
C. C. Jones
J. W. Guy
Liv
Local Notices And Indictment Rumors From City
The Navajo club event for Friday night is postponed. The McNamara dynamite case looms with a second Chicagoan under guard as a possible indictment by the county grand jury. Federal grand juries question Morrison aide Mrs L E Wallace on J J McNamara finances. Church societies schedule Friday and Thursday gatherings with meetings at Mrs Bradford Mrs Will Gibson and Mrs Frank Creath home.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Frank Morrison
American Federation of Labor
L. E. Wallace
International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers
J. J. McNamara
Morrison
Namara
Township Trustees Meet Tuesday in Annual Washington County Session
Washington county township trustees will convene next Tuesday called by County Auditor Howard Benn. The all day meeting will cover road and bridge work and new trustee laws. County supervisors join to discuss township needs with addresses by Col S W Brookhart and W M Keeley.
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Washington County
Ard Benn
County Board of Supervisors
Col. S. W. Brookhart
W. M. Keeley
Goodbye word echoes through the silent grief
A lamenting poem lines the ache of farewell as a single word binds memories across time. The speaker notes goodbye as the saddest utterance shaping grief, love, and remembered moments.
Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound Sold for Colds
A period advertisement claims Foley's Honey and Tar Compound is a reliable family medicine for children and adults to treat coughs colds croup and prevent bronchitis and pneumonia. It urges purchase at all druggists.
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Foley
Real Man Excuses Others Not Himself Quote
A Henry Ward Beecher quotation notes the real man makes excuses for others but not for himself, contrasting personal accountability with public leniency.
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Henry Ward Reecher
Minding One's Own Business Quote
An aphorism notes that men who mind their own business succeed due to little competition. The quotation from Syes tem reflects a sharp social observation on focus and opportunity.
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Syestem
Borrowed Smiles and Frugal Warnings in a Turbulent Scene
On a voyage the crew scans a restless sea hoping to reach land in the United States. The captain frets over tariffs and a menagerie aboard as Shem and Noah probe wind directions while the library steward fetches a tariff schedule. A Cleveland humor piece follows about a wife and thrift with a punchline on two costly trips for a suit.
Kennelly Promoted to Missouri Division Superintendent
M J Kennelly, formerly roadwaster on the Rock Island and then in the St Louis division, has been transferred to the Missouri division with headquarters at Trenton MO. The Missouri division extends from Rock Island to Kansas City and Kennelly’s rise included roles as section foreman, roadmaster, and trainmaster. Several other Rock Island changes followed including Ridgeway becoming acting second vice president, and promotions of Tinsman, Jones, Easley, Reed, and Ransdell to higher posts.
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St. Louis
Missouri
Trenton
Washington Rock Island
Chi
A. C. Ridgeway
F. O. Melcher
Chicago
F. J. Easley
Illinois Division
First District
Dayv
K. L. Reed
Illinois
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad and Endorsements
An old advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for an uncured catarrh by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Endorsements from Walding Kinnan Marvin affirm F J Cheney's reliability. The cure is described as internal and blood-borne with testimonials available. Price 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Hall
Fr. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
City Bus Line Order Line Listed
Call up Phone No. 589 and leave orders for city bus line service. Frank Rogers will promptly attend to requests. Provide street and number to ensure delivery and service details are recorded.
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Frank Rogers
Steet
Tramp Rescues Lodgers Then Returns to Train
A tramp who jumped aboard a moving train stole a ride and leaped off near a burning hotel. He alerted sleeping lodgers, helped with the rescue, then climbed back aboard before the train left the yards. The incident sparked broad comment on American human nature.
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Cures Severe Lag grippe
A Washington Kansas man reports a severe lagrippe attack that threatened pneumonia and says Foley's Honey and Tar Compound gave relief after the first doses. He took three bottles and was cured, urging buyers to get the genuine yellow package from all druggists.
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Foley
R. EB. Fisher
Washington
Kas
Senator Sorghum on saying only what is expedient
A dialogue quotes Senator Sorghum debating honesty and prudence. He says he tries to speak his mind yet avoids thoughts unwise to reveal, highlighting political self restraint and calculation in public discourse.
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Senator Sorghum
Careless About Appendicitis In Washington
The piece warns Washington residents of stomach and bowel troubles that may lead to appendicitis and promotes Adler ika as a German remedy. Cook & Sherman claim a single dose relieves bowel or stomach trouble almost instantly.
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Washington
Cook & Sherman
What Was in Her Heart Blood as the answer in tale
A dialogue to reveal a grim ultimatum as the woman answers with a single word, Blood, exposing a violent or fatal motive behind the request. The exchange centers on a chilling demand and the stark reaction of the maiden.
Method in Her Madress: Woman Drops Divorce Suit Buys Plane
A woman withdrew her divorce action against her husband and purchased him an aeroplane. The Baltimore Sun notes the move suggests undertakers are cheaper than lawyers.
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Haltimore Sun
Watch Your Hair Ladies Parisian Sage Hair Tonic Ad
A 1920s style advertisement promotes Parisian Sage hair tonic from Lemmon's Pharmacy. It warns dandruff harms hair health and promises to stop shedding and itching with a money back guarantee amid claims of nationwide sales and appeal to refined women.
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Lemmon
Alpine Aerie 1943 Meeting Schedule
J O HR Alpine Aerie No 1943 meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday evenings each month. Visiting members in good standing are welcome. G FOX W P R C DuBOTS, Seey.
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Alpine Aerie No. 1943
G. Fox
W. P
R. C. Dubots
Seey
Masonic Fraternities Meeting Schedule Ad
Regular meetings announced for Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M on the first Friday. Cyrus Chapter No. 18 BR A M meets on the second Friday. Bethlehem Commandery No. 46 KT meets on the third Friday. Washington Chapter No. 98 CE N meets on the fourth Thursday. Visiting fratres welcome.
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C. A. Dewey
W. M
J. W. Morton
Sec
Cyrus
BR. A. M
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Washington
Mre
J. BE
Mytle Bragg
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