Robbed Distiller Fails to Lock Door at National Hotel
Louis P. Holliday a Staunton Va distinguished whisky distiller and Washington Baltimore social figure was robbed early yesterday of 1350 cash in his National Hotel room on Sixth Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. The attacker fled as Holliday pursued in his night clothes despite a sprained ankle and partial blindness in his left eye. He says the thief lingered near a elevator shaft and vanished down the stairs as hotel staff and guests observed but failed to raise an alarm. Authorities believe the thief exploited Holliday’s unlatched door and visible wealth during a busy morning. detectives were summoned to investigate with Holliday providing a cautious description.
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Kidnappers Seize Chauffeurs Son In Error
Special to The Washington from Fort Pittsburg June 5 reports kidnappers abducted the 8 year old grandson of a Pittsburg steel magnate, mistaking the chauffeur’s child Ralph Benson for Ralph E Clemson. The real target Richard Clemson was later freed as police pursue the bungling abductors.
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Nurse Christ ie Violette Orders Obelisk Without Birth Details
Special to The Washington Post from Boston reports nurse Christie Violette who died May 23 arranged in her will an $80 Branite monument and a headstone in her memory but banned inscription of her birth date or birthplace on the coffin monument or headstone She also commanded that no crape be at the funeral.
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Knox to Testify as House Serves Subpoena in Portrait Case
Congressional investigators push State Department records on the 1800 dollar discrepancy in Rosenthal’s portrait payment. Knox is ordered to appear with department documents while Senator Root and Representative Hamlin back a bill for congressional supervision of a new 100000 dollar diplomatic fund.
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Evans pleads guilty to bribery in Columbus grand jury case
Columbus Ohio June 5 A Stark county representative Owen J Evans admitted accepting a bribe and agreed to testify before the grand jury in a widening probe of legislative corruption He was fined 50 dollars and told he will return to the stand tomorrow Three indictments remain and a flood of new charges is anticipated Local attorney Clark explained the defense could not be built on perjured testimony and Evans chose to plead guilty under counsel guidance Senator Pomerene had earlier visited Columbus seeking Evans cooperation
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Green elected to Congress in vacancy race
Republican W R Green won the congressional seat to fill Judge Walter Smith's vacancy by about 1200 votes. Opponent WS Cleveland of Irarlan conceded. Canadian reciprocity pact was the campaign issue with Judge Graen opposing the agreement.
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Fitzgerald Denounces District Officials Over Contagious Disease Fund
Representative Fitzgerald blasts the District administration for allegedly ignoring Congress's earmarked funds for contagious disease service. He cites antideficiency laws and urges scrutiny by the House Rules Committee, with Oldfield's resolution calling for a broad inquiry into District governance and public utilities. Rudolph and Richards welcome and back investigations.
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Drunkards Flee The Town In Prohibition Shrug
Special to The Washington Port Cordele Georgia June 6 mayor Dorris orders white drunks to attend church for ten Sundays or serve 30 days on the streets as a temperance measure. The town reports no drunks in court this Monday, unusual for a Monday session. Scott Thomson, a local businessman, became the first to receive the mayor’s sentence and attended services with the mayor. The move spurs panic among tipplers and underscores the transition to a prohibition town.
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Shell game in New York near Hotel Astor
In New York near the Hotel Astor a trio of shell game workers operate a stage set with a neck-hung table and three walnut shell halves. A bystander bets after the negro challenges him to find a pea, and wins. the scheme repeats as more spectators crowd in while the swindle continues.
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Wife Sues After 38 Years of Marriage in Separate Maintenance
Louise R. Steger sues John V. Steger in Chicago for separate maintenance after 38 years of marriage. She alleges he pursued wealth, was worth about $2,000,000, and provided only $20 weekly for clothing and medical needs while she did the family washing.
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Pittsburg Man Denies Wife Poisoned Him
George M. Strohacker of Pittsburg declares his wife Minnie innocent as she faces trial for poisoning him with strychnine last January. He recalls his serious illness, tests by a chemist, and his continued belief that another person poisoned him, while he supports his wife and criticizes authorities.
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Divorce Sequel to Killing In Denver Suit Filed
John W. Springer president of Continental Trust Company sues for divorce from Isabelle Springer formerly Miss Fatterson of St. Louis. Mrs Springer has left for Europe and alimony was settled out of court. Her name tied to the Von Phul shooting. she is Springers second wife and was a divorcee when married.
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John Bigelow Ill at Home in Highland Falls aged 94
Highland Falls June 1 venerable John Bigelow author and former minister to France is seriously ill at his home The Squirrel Dr Howell of New York attends and declined to express an opinion but hinted recovery is unlikely Bigelow is in his ninety fourth year and only returned last month from a trip abroad
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Death Grapple at Sing Sing Ended in Tragedy
Special to The Washington Post reports at Ossining New York that inmate Antonio Cuomo drowned himself and killed fellow convict Ernest Sinclair during a grim river rescue attempt at Sing Sing Prison. Cuomo, a veteran with a history of weapons offenses, lured by current, fought Sinclair who swam to save him as two other convicts also plunged in but were unable to reach them. Both bodies were recovered.
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Aviator Lost at Sea Search Continues for Bague
French aviator Lieut. Bague, holder of the oversea flight record, departed Nice for Corsica and did not arrive on schedule. Destroyers searched the area around Corsica for traces of the missing plane and pilot, with fears of a fatal accident. Meanwhile Marcel Pennot died after an exhibition fall in San Diego de los Banos. Vidart reached Rome in the 1300 mile Paris Rome Turin air race despite wing and propeller damage near Orbetello. Le Prince arrived Genoa but was not registered for the race.
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Russia refuses to yield in Jew affairs amid Russian debate
New York June 5 Herman Bernstein who just returned from Russia says on highest authority there is no truth in claims that Russia concessions to the United States on the transport question exist. He quotes Count Witte saying the government will not improve Jewish conditions before the Russian question is settled and that Jews face worse times than ever. Bernstein will sail aboard the Kaiserin Auguste Victoria Thursday.
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Pope to name one American cardinal say Vatican favors
A New York World cable from Rome reports Pope Pius plans to appoint an American cardinal. Likely choices include Archbishops Farley New York O Connell Boston Quigley Chicago and Mgr Falconio Washington with others once considered such as Archbishops Ireland St Paul and late Archbishop Ryan Philadelphia. Rector Kennedy Rome is noted but deemed too young.
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Reciprocity Victory Signaled by Senate Poll
Chicago dispatch reports a Washington poll indicating the reciprocity bill will pass with more than 30 votes to spare. It shows strong Republican and Democratic support, with only a few Republicans and some Democrats wavering on the measure.
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Monkeys to Try Picking Cotton in Georgia Experiment
Special to The Washington Post from Savannah on June 5 reports Fulton county will test teaching monkeys to pick cotton. A farmer’s pet chimpanzee inspired the idea after mimicking field workers. If successful, a colony of trained monkeys may be imported to harvest cotton, reducing labor costs.
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New Hospital Opposed Stirring Local Debate
Report notes opposition to a proposed new hospital with community leaders weighing impacts and funding. Mentions municipal planning, health care access, and disputed costs as residents express concerns over the project’s timeline and priorities.
Fierce Heat Kills Two in St Louis and Illinois
Two deaths linked to a 95 degree heat wave occur in St Louis with a record early summer high. East St. Louis high school pupils go on a hot weather strike led by Louise Vickers daughter of Illinois Chief Justice. Farmers fear crop damage as heat warped streetcar rails in Council Bluffs.
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Despondent 23 year old takes poison after losses
Araula Ross 23 swallowed pichloride of mercury tablets at 125th street and Lexington avenue. She lived with sister Adele Bettys in Sheepshead Bay. She was in Harlem Hospital in precarious condition. Family cites loss of money. hospital report notes a quarrel with a man friend.
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From anvil to millions Jimmy Townsend heads Chicago Exchange
Twenty two years after leaving horse shoing to join a broker's office James J Townsend rose from West Side horseshoer and petty politician to millionaire. He was unanimously elected president of the Chicago Stock Exchange in a remarkable climb from clerk to leader.
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Vine Dressers Riot In Troyes Troop Deployment Upheld
Special Cable report from Paris June 6 says vine dressers rioted in Troyes and troops were ordered out to restore order. Troops charged rioters at several points and more troops will be sent to the disturbed district. Wine growers reportedly insured in Lloyds for 200000 dollars.
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Acid thrown on students in Boston college party
Harvard students Donald H. Clark and Stoddard Hoffman were badly burned by sulfuric acid after a boardinghouse keeper William H. Crapo threw the acid at their auto as they called for two girls. The attack followed a late-night dispute with Crapo, with the Gatewar of Baroda’s son present but denying involvement. Clark suffered severe neck burns. Hoffman had facial burns.
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Davidson Waver Superintendent Resigns Ahead of Nebraskan Vote
Reported upheaval in school leadership as Superintendent Stuart resigns before the Nebraskan election. Ernest L. Thurston elected Assistant Superintendent, Stephen Kramer named Supervising Principal of the Third Division, with Stuart to oversee Intermediate Instruction. Muddle may ensue amid the transition.
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Omaha Board Reelects Davidson as Superintendent
Omaha Nebraska June 5 The city board of education reelected Dr William M Davidson for three years at a 24000 salary. Davidson denied any candidacy for Washington and noted Omaha salary offers influenced his decision. The board also accepted A T Stuarts resignation and reorganized with Thurston Kramer Harris Daniel and Terrell taking key posts.
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