Bankers Go 10 Jail for Bribery Ties to Pittsburg Graft Expos
In Pittsburg on June 2 two bankers, E. H. Jennings president of Columbia National Bank and F. A. Griffin cashier, were convicted of conspiracy and bribery connected to municipal corruption findings. They faced a two month and four month jail term plus $500 fines each, and were immediately imprisoned. Also noted is a historical Easter Monday Maidens Auction custom in St Goar where townspeople bid for the right to dance with a chosen girl for a year, with proceeds going to a public fund.
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Pittsburg
E. H. Jennings
Columbia National Bank
F. A. Grif
St. Goar
Gotch and Zbyszko Claim American Title Versus Pole
In a world wrestling match, Gotch defeats Zbyszko to claim the American championship against Pole. The bout showcased star power and a decisive finish in front of a crowd eager for a decisive win.
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Pole
Violations Claim $11,000 From Rail Company
Charles W. Miller sues the Chicago Indianapolis and Louisville Railway in federal court seeking $11,000 for alleged overwork of telegraph operators in twenty cases and an engineman and a fireman on the Monon to Indianapolis run, with violations in South Hammond Rensselaer and Monon.
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Indianapolis
Chicago, Indianapolis and Louisville Railway Company
Charles W. Miller
United States
South Hammond
Rensselaer
Monon
Date of murder trial set for Albert Spohn
Lebanon Indiana June 2 The murder case of Albert Spohn charged with killing Patrolman Krupp in Indianapolis April 19 will be tried June 27 Prosecutor Elliott R Heaton of Indianapolis will be assisted by Prosecutor R W Adney of this county
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Lebanon
Ind
Albert Spohn
Krupp
Indianapolis
Elliott R. Heaton
R. W. Adney
25 Fishermen Die As French Vessel Sinks Near St Pierre
In fog, the French brigantine Maude struck Point Blanche entering St Pierre harbor. Of 25 crew aboard, 19 survived after reaching shore. 6 were lost, most in berths. The Maude had fished on the grand banks with 1 100 quintals of fish.
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Point Blanche
St. Pierre
Martinque
Asterman
Kills Twenty Five Workers In Utah Quarry Blast
In Ogden Utah on June 2 twenty five workmen were killed at a Union Portland Cement quarry near Devil's Slide when a premature explosion occurred before warnings could be issued.
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Ogden
Utah
Union Portland Cement Works
Devil's Slide
Here
Life Saver Partridge Promoted to Captain at Sloping Bear Port
Life Saver Partridge of Michigan City leaves to become captain at Sloping Bear Port Michigan succeeding Captain Alker who was transferred to Grand Haven Partridge previously served with exhibit crews at St Louis and Jamestown
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Michigan City
Ind
Partridge
Sloping Bear Port
Mich
Capt
Alker
Grand Haven
Patridge
St. Louie
James Town
Dallas Guardsman Denied Bail in 1909 Taft Murder Case
Judge Seay refused bail on habeas corpus for Sergt G D Manley the Dallas National Guardsman linked to the October 1909 Taft visit killing of Assistant County Clerk Louis Reichenstein. Manley has remained jailed while Texas National Guard stands by him awaiting trial for murder.
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Dallas
Tex
ER. B. Seay
Dallas District Criminal Court
G. D. Manley
Dallas National
No Gossip in Stray Stories as Neighbors Speak
A brief Stray Stories note laments gossip among neighbors. Mrs Green is accused of spreading mean remarks about others while Mrs Hunter allegedly speaks dreadfully about friends. The piece ends with a plea to refrain from talking about anyone.
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Mrs. Green
Alays
Chicago Markets Report Shows Grain and Live Stock Prices
Chicago wheat prices step down to 1.01 for No.2 red with variations across grades. Cattle and hogs show steady to weak demand with mixed quotes. Omaha and East Buffalo markets report steady to strong hogs and slower cattle activity, highlighting price spreads and receipts across major markets.
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Chicago
Standard
Omaha
Texas
East Buffalo
N. Y
Dunning & Stevens
Live Stock Commission
Baby dies from eating match heads in Michigan incident
In Battle Creek Roy Stone, two-year-old son of Carl Stone, died at Nichols hospital after ingesting match heads. Authorities report he mistook the red tips for candy and suffered phosphorous poisoning, dying soon after arrival for treatment.
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Battle Creek
Mich
Roy
Carl Stone
Nichols Hospital
Princeton Benefactor J C Wyman Leaves Vast Estate to Graduate School
Isaac C. Wyman of Salem Massachusetts died at eighty two bequeathing most of an estate valued between two and ten million dollars to Princeton University Graduate School as a memorial of his affection. He was born January 31 1828 in Marblehead and after Princeton and Harvard Law School pursued real estate, owning large tracts across the United States and Canada. He collected antiques, joked about paying taxes to Spain and England, and kept a lifelong study habit mastering law, languages, and economics.
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J. C. Wyman
Isaac C. Wyman
Salem
Mass
Graduate School
Princeton University
Mr. Wyman
Marblehead
William
Princeton
Harvard Law School
United States
Canada
Spain
England
His Perfect English Says Professor W Uses Precise Speech
A New York Press note discusses Professor W.s careful use of language. The friend points out quirks like I dont think I did and or not. The piece asserts his English is more precise than others and irreproachable.
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W.’8
Professor W
New York Press
Bribery in English Elections Scrutinized in Pearson’s Weekly
Pearson's Weekly explains strict English election law. Candidates must not offer money, goods, or favors to voters or relatives to sway votes or abstentions. Providing rail fares or wages can trigger imprisonment up to twelve months or a fine up to £200. Offenses include treating electors and applying undue influence through withdrawal of a tradesman’s custom.
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M. P
Pearson’s Weekly
Clash With Caged Pythons Described by Hagenbeck
Carl Hagenbeck recounts his son Heinrich facing four caged pythons that attacked as the door opened. A keeper aided in freeing Heinrich while a large snake coiled around his leg and body before being captured in a sack after a grueling struggle.
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Carl Hagenbeck
Heinrich
Heijrich
Kidney Health Improvement Report by Springfield Reader
A Springfield Illinois resident reports kidney and bladder issues worsening over a year and credits Foley Kidney Pills with relief. The testimonial notes headaches subsiding and normal bladder function after a few weeks of use. Lemmon's Pharmacy and McElhinney Drug Co. are named in the endorsement.
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Mr. &. F. Kelley
Springfield
Ill
Foley
Lemmon
McElhinney Drug Co
Bus Line Orders Prompt Attention From Frank Rogers
Call up Phone No. 589 Black to leave orders. Frank Rogers will promptly attend to them. Provide street and number for delivery.
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Frank Rogers
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Fen
Allegheny County
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Wryeth
Westlake
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Rochester
Manubactuen
Wyeth Chemical CO
Ne “Dek Ooty
Ob Vous & Wyeth Chemical Company
Lardo Bottio
Curtlands Street
New York City
Melhinney. Drug CO
U. S
C. & L. Company
Slayer of
Battle For Life
Stoping Bear Port
Manley
Atty
Wayman
Cook County
Browne
John Shields & Son
Nisha Je Ubag
Caner Music CO
Just
China
Chichester
Sarert
Apweys
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