Mother’s tragic note ends in bleak South Dakota tragedy
A desperate South Dakota mother, Jennie Burns, writes a farewell note to her wealthy father as pressure to support her children drives her to lethal poisoning. Husband Harry Burns faces unemployment while the family slips into poverty and separation. The account chronicles the sorrow of leaving her tots, the struggle to find work, and the final intoxicated act that ends their fragile life.
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New Choir Leader Named at St Patrick’s Church
FU Mili Silby takes charge of the sanctuary choir at St Patrick’s for the coming year. Silby, a seven year former director of Westminster Cathedral boys, accepts the post with Rev William T Russell. The 9 to 16 year old choir will hold its first rehearsal this afternoon with about 60 boys expected. Training in voice culture and musical reading will be provided. The boys choir will not interfere with the regular mixed choir led by Armand Gumprecht.
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Westminster
England
William T Russell
St Patrick's
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Blaze at River View Arson Suspects Nabbed
A crowd at River View on a Sunday excursion reported a suspected arson when flames engulfed the dancing pavilion as the Queen Anne steamer returned. Two men seen aboard the boat lingered in whispers while a foul odor and oil smell prompted fears of foul play. Authorities pursued leads and detained the two suspects after witnesses described suspicious behavior and evasive alibis.
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River View
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Floemes
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Lenaraoter
Nurse killed by an auto in New York city crash
A nurse Miss Sophie Durr was killed when an automobile struck her vehicle in upper Broadway New York Sept A taxicab driver Charles Fleming was severely injured and another motorist Joseph White suffered scalp injuries in the same day traffic collision near Mount Calvary Cemetery near Wheeling West Virginia Several other cars collided causing bruises and minor injuries to Mrs Criss and her companions in Hackensack New Jersey the gate failure at a railroad crossing contributed to the Paterson couple’s accident
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Upper Broadway
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Alexandria
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Wheeling
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Pittsboro
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Mount Calvary Cemetery
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Glens
Crab Ducking Drowns 200-Pound Otto Schmidt In Newark Bay
New York dispatch reports Otto Schmidt of Hoboken was ducked by a small crab while crabbing from a rowboat off River Street Hoboken. Schmidt toppled into Newark Bay near Bayonne and was rescued with effort by a companion as the buoyant crab escaped.
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Grim jest comes true as Morse collapses at ring
David C. Morse, government clerk and member of U M C A, was urged by friends to leave the ring. He refused with a laugh saying it would identify him. A few moments later he collapsed from cramps.
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Eas Ring
Two drownings and a prank gone wrong at dam incident
Special to The Washington Post from Pittsburg and Washington reports detail a deadly accident and a separate drowning in the Potomac. Julia Roach and Myrtle Ryan aged 13 died after a ski boat overturned at dam No 1 on the Monongahela River near Pittsburgh, with James Magide and others aboard. In Washington, Mal Moise, 25, a USDA employee and YMCA member, disappeared after attempting to swim across the Potomac near the Virginia shore during a camp outing, with police divers and campers aiding in the search for hours without success.
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Woes of Chicago Teachers Push Summer Pay Plan
Chicago teachers seek full salaries through July and August and extend such pay thereafter. The Chicago Women’s Press League backed by public support proposes special committees, a mass meeting on October 13, and speakers including Ells. Affected teachers recount hardships from missing trunks to borrowed shoes, urging board action to avoid appeals to business leaders.
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Negro inmate ends life bid after noose cut down
A 21 year old African American man from 326 Davis Court Southwest, jailed for petty larceny after being caught with a stolen bicycle, attempted suicide in the Fourth Precinct station cell by tying a belt and handkerchief into a noose. He was rescued by Officer Kauchir, who cut him down, and he threatened another attempt once freed.
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Serki Kauchir
Kept From Play Roy Dies After Window Jump
Yoseph Hoode a 10 year old Syrian inmate at the Brooklyn Eastern district Industrial home in Williamsburg leaped from a third story window as he watched fellow children play in the street. He fatally injured himself. Another boy, Macke yad, age 3, on the third floor, died later after restraint was removed when he saw the crowd.
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Two Killed In Aliens Riot In Pittsburg Street Battle
Washington Post reports a violent riot near Pittsburg where 20 foreigners clashed with locals at Hulton Station. A ten year old boy Tony Surco was killed by a head wound while his father tried to help him. Mary Measela died after being struck beside the road. Police quelled the crowd after a sprawling melee with gunfire and rocks. two more men were reported shot as women joined the fight in a chaotic scene marked by a feud between factions.
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Hulton Station
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Dezena
Mrs MacMonnies Announces Engagement to Low
Mrs Frederick MacMonnies, living as Fairchild in Paris, confirms her engagement to Jail Low. They have known each other fifteen years. Low was godfather to her eldest child. Her divorce did not stem from marrying Low, and Low died six months ago. The wedding is planned before next spring amid Low’s Paris studio work.
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Frederick MacMonnies
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Paris
Loeb methods marked by officials to curb smuggling
New York dispatch reports Assistant Secretary Reynolds approved Collector Loeb’s crackdown on smuggling methods. He praised MacVeagh and Loeb for working in harmony to stamp out evasion. Loeb said smugglers now use shore telegraphy to warn inbound passengers, leading to rare large-amount seizures, including an $80 000 diamond necklace.
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Coledhor Loeb
James B. Reynolds
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Cahill Trial Delayed in Roanoke Murder Case
The trial of J S Cahill for the murder of Robert G Smithers at Rocky Mount last November was postponed for the sixth time by the Franklin County Circuit Court. Cahill, hospitalized in Roanoke with typhoid fever, had bail set at 40 dollars with surety. The confrontation at the Rocky Mount passenger station ended with Cahill shooting Smithers after an earlier exchange over allegations Cahill made about Smithers’ attention to Cahill’s wife.
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Roanoke
JS Cahill
Robert G Smithers
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Rocky Mount
Mystified by Pellagra Victim in State University Autopsy
Doctors led by Dr Dolls pathologist at the state university conducted an autopsy on George Mebane, a Pellagra victim. They report mystery remains as blood tests show the germ but no disease symptoms. Nine have died with two survivors. efforts include testing guinea pig blood with no effects as 100 cages exist in the state.
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Durham
Dolls
Bogus lieutenant held after check flash arrest
Spectatta Thompson known as The Washington Pom Norfolk was arrested in Monticello last Saturday for flashing checks. He appeared in court and his case was continued until next Saturday. Reports say Thompson is wanted in Washington New York Chicago New Haven San Francisco and Los Angeles. He claimed in court to be a good fellow but was described as a bad man.
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Slayers Named? Jury Fails To Solve Captain Murder
Special to The Washington from Norfolk Sept 13 44 coroner's jury fails to solve the death of Capt Henry C Toto master of the Nellie. Body found aboard the schooner. Captain appeared murdered likely for money. Several arrested suspects remain in jail awaiting examination in court.
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Rat Attacks Infant in Crib Wounding Baby in Night
A four month old girl, Teresa Morano, daughter of Mr and Mrs Frente Morano, was bitten on the nose by a rat while asleep in her crib at their Paxt Richwood home. The infant remained under care as doctors say she is progressing well. The incident alarmed the household as walls reportedly protected the child.
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Funeral of Judge Dent in Washington Parish Church
The funeral of Marmaduke Herbert Dent a former judge of the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals was held this afternoon from the Presbyterian Church. Mourning is general as he was a leading state figure. The report notes his demise and service in Martinsburg and Berkeley County.
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Marmaduke Herbert Dent
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Summer’s Quiet Gone as Washington Rises for Carnival
The city wakes from summer as crowds stream into the Aqueduct area and river trips surge for the Washington Post’s aquatic carnival. With fall arrival, visitors pour in and canoeing becomes a favored activity among government workers and residents alike.
Duchess de Cheuines to Spend Winter in United States
Special to The Washington Post from Chisago September 2 reports the Duchess de Cheuines will winter in Chicago, be greeted by society, and travel with her posthumous son and twin sister Marguerite Shonte. Plans shifted. Chicago relatives learn she instead will stay in her native land. The duchess has not visited the United States since marriage.
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Paris
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Shoats
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New Latin American Affairs Division Formed at State Dept
Secretary Knox creates the division of Latin American affairs to protect U S commercial interests in the region. Thomas F Dawson of Iowa is named chief and William T Doyle as assistant chief. Doyle, a lawyer, has South America travel experience and served as private secretary to Mr Root during his tour.
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State Department
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Iowa
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Central and
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Department of State
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Root
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Roosevelt ruling grants 14 mile allowance for officer horses
The Treasury comptroller rules that Maj L Roosevelt may count 14 miles from San Francisco to San Rafael as the immediate vicinity for horse care while on official duty. Sheltering costs at San Rafael are allowed if no government stable exists, but gate costs for the officer’s private mount are disallowed.
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