Confessed Murder Tells of Peddler Slaying and Body Burned
Charleston dispatch reports Christopher Slack, jailed for burglary, confessed via prison interview to a brutal 2 year old murder scenario. He described killing peddler John Wiseman on the Clay Court House to Clendenin road, robbing his clothing and pack, then burning the corpse after a night camp.
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John Wiseman
Clay Court House
Clendennin
Tollensax
Slack
Register
Charleston
W. Va
Uear
Christopher Slack
Hall
Moundsville
Imi
Pettinl
Hag
Hawk
Emma Slack
Elijah Keeter
Clay Court Hows
Clen@eunin
Joho ‘Wiseman
Keffer
Bien
Bette
Oty
Big Sandy
Jarrett’s
Uber
Stack
Fen Hawk
Burdette
Wanton Hark
Senator Matthews
Sinck
Tas
Bix
Harrison Ash
Thomas Paxton
F Ma
Negroes to Protest Harmony Convention in Atlanta
Fragmented report describes a planned Negroes protest against a Harmony Convention in Atlanta, highlighting racial tensions and expected participation from various states. It notes involvement by bishops and references issues around Union and Civil governors with commentary on Cuba and Weyler.
Afinean Marrice Young Woman Weds in Illinois Circles
Jebs Ward, 72, longtime grain and business figure in Southern Illinois, marries Miss Anna Eneinger. Ward, with grandchildren and older children, reflects a notable local union in August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bentwath
Jebs Ward
Fears
Prominset Farw
Southern Illinswis
Anna Eneinger
Murdered Farmer Jerome Kern Found Near Cedar Falls
Jerome Kern, a Cedar Falls area farmer, was found murdered near his home in the big woods. The killer crushed his head and stabbed the heart area, then burned the body after placing it on a brush heap. A coroner's jury ruled murder with many enemies believed to be involved. no suspect named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerom Kern
Cedar Falls
Waterloo
Iowa
Jerome Kern
Cedar Pails
Kern
Rend Threats Stir Cleveland Labor Meeting
At a Cleveland Central Labor Union session Max Hayes denounced Rend of Chicago for smearing miners leaders and hinted at hanging Rend for alleged threats against Ratchford. Hayes called Rend a rumor monger and said violence could be used if Rend harmed others.
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Cleveland Central . Com
Cleveland, O
Cleveland Central Labor Union
Yestering Max Hayes
the Citizen
Col Rend
Chicago
Ratchford
Hanasu
Bryan at Chadron Chadron Nad
William J. Bryan received a tremendous public reception in Chadron Nebraska on August 13 with crowds from nearby towns traveling up to thirty miles. Mayor A W Crites greeted him at the Blaine Hotel and Bryan spoke to thousands at the public square before departing for Crawford amid cheers and escorts.
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Chadron
Nad
Nebraska
William J. Bryan
Mr. Bryan
A. W. Crites
Wks
Blaine Hotel
Crttes
Cit
Bryan
Win
Se. Bryan
Deblmsa
John G. Mater
G. P. Garrison
Crasfont
Pryan
Aaa
Alabama lawmaker Barton Lloyd murdered near Greenville
Barton Lloyd, a member of the Legislature from Butler County, was shot and killed near Greenville. The assassin, Jobe Teaford, armed with a double barreled shotgun, fired at close range as Lloyd approached on the roadside. The town reacted with anger and sought the killer, who is reported to face severe punishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barton Llood
Jobe Teaford
Dirminghan
Barton Lloyd
Butler Coupty
Greenville
Raupe
Dewa
Putruit
Gafford
Mab
Old Tec Revived Duel Ends in Voluntary Manslaughter
At a reunion in Lula Junction Georgia on August 22 James H Poole of Gwinnett County and William J Cape of Toc co engaged after heavy drinking. Poole suffered a severed iris and died soon after. The coroner charges Cape with voluntary manslaughter as the feud over a young woman from the war resurged, yielding a fatal outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erate
Chow Ts Bidet
Guineaville
Lula Junction
James H. Poole
Gwinnett Cuamy
William JF. Cape
Tocco
Poole
Cape
Last accomplice of Cora Parker caught in Weir City raid
John Sheeim, the final Pineville bank robber linked to Cora Parker, was captured in Weir City, Kansas, without resistance. He was the assailant who knocked the cashier down while Parker guarded the entrance, and he sustained buckshot wounds to the chest, arm, and head.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cora Perker
Pineville
Weir City
Kan
John Sheeim
Bank Robels
Missouri
Cora Parker
Border War Reports Heavy Fighting on Samana Range
News from Simla notes insurgent gains with Daulatzais capturing Mahomedzai police post. Col Richardson's reinforcement column fought to the Samana range, repulsing attacks but sustaining casualties. Fort Gulistan air of danger grows as Col Vaughan moves to aid. Kohat Pass troops anticipated. Discontent spreads among Afrttria factions amid border clashes.
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Simla
Mahomedzai
Richardson
Hangu
Samana Range
Baird-Smith
Lieut. North
Scots Fusiliers
Punjab Infantry
Lakka
Sunnawar
Vaughan
Fort Lockhart
Fort Gulistan
Samana
Desvoeuxs
Blair
Kohar
Quetta
Belachiscan
Ali-Masjid
Tundi_ Kotal
Jamrud
Ruhher Rifles
Gordon
Kohat
Afrttia
Global notes from Washington to Chicago in brief
A mosaic of scattered items from Washington to Chicago, noting golf Texans in Washington, wartime talk in Virginia, London markets, Madrid orders, a Huntington fire, a grooming shop incident in Akron, a train accident in West Virginia, a stormy day in Chicago with a telegraph idea for moving trains, and President McKinley meeting with Senator Hanna and the public in Cleveland.
Groom Absent at Plainville Society Wedding
Madisonville businessman William Julien failed to appear for his planned wedding to Miss Annie Pepperkorn in Plainville. The tailor delivered clothes late, leaving guests waiting for hours while the bride cried and the ceremony was postponed. Julien apologized later, citing tailor negligence and possible rescheduling uncertainties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Julien
Mr. Julien
Cincinnati
Plainville
William Julien
Madisonville
Annie Pepperkorn
William Hann
Piainville
Julien
Hike Hee
Goh
Hamilton County
William Jullen
Luetgert Murder Case Prep Nears Jury Selection
Chicago August 28 States attorney Deenan began preparing to present evidence to the jury next week. Plans and photos of the Digsulside factory at Armilace avenue and Diversey street were arranged for the proper time. The prosecution aims for a concise yet clear statement of the facts to be proven. The defense will likely reserve its opening until the prosecution rests. Gossip links 13 to the trial, from Luetgert’s birth date to rings found 13 days after the murder. Venireman William Reed faced peremptory challenge for youth and Scotch nationality amid a list of potential jurors. Four veniremen were tendered to the defense: Barber, Cudwart, Helckbolt, and Bechmiller, to fill the jury.
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Chicago
States
Deenan
Luetgert
Armilace Avenue
Diversey Street
Guelry
William Reed
McEwis
S. Barber
Elesman
WR. Cudwart
J. H. Helckbolt
Insurante
John P. Bechmiller
United Press Finances Show Liabilities at 129475
United Press schedules filed in the New York Supreme Court reveal liabilities of 129475 with nominal assets at the same level and actual assets at 38040. The bonds of the assignee were fixed at 350000.
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New York
United Press
Supreme Court
London Seaside Pleasures Dented by Storms And Debates
London weather disrupts seaside pleasure as visitors return. Talks by Senator Cullom and Gray on tariffs contrast with British curiosity about American policy. Reports detail rail and travel disruptions, Nile expedition notes, and a note that all delegates will wear bloomers at a ladies congress.
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London
Associated Press
Great Britain
W. H. Milburn
United States
Sonar
Aberystwith
Wales
Globe
Bayand
Sde
Senator Cullom
Milnols
Mra Cullom
Mery Ridgeley
Senator Gray
Delaware
England
Grays
Turaday
Cullom
Hawaii
Gray
Walla
Belgium
Bwelen
Denmark
Europe
Wolcott
Carlsbad
Stevenson
Silex Stovinsson
Nile
Herbert Kitenener
Lent Wobeley
Therard
Harry Arkwright
Teutine
Miphast Simond
Nents
Joseph Taourulee
Avalanchy
Mont Glana
Gember
Hie
Shire
Ohain
Romania
Fauil
Mort Blane
Chemnannix
Hatherton
Woften
Naushal Ress
Oxford
Julien
Memorial fountain plan linked to Drury Lane theatre
Report mentions funds from a city hospital care initiative to aid needy actors and to finance a memorial drinking fountain beside Drury Lane theatre. It notes Dr Conan Doyle working on a new Haymarket play inspired by an James Payn story.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drury Lane Theatre
Conan Doyie
Hay- Market Theatre
James Payn
Cheveller Scovel
New York
Three perish in Jackson boarding house fire
A boarding house in Jackson California caught fire late at night. J W Craighead and wife perished alongside two grandchildren Walter and Alvin Herboldt aged six and eight. The body of Mr Craighead lay near the front door with a child beside her as firefighters investigated after embers cooled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Oal
Cal
W. H. Dunn
Thenton Consolidated
J. W. Craighead
Walter
Alvin Herboldt
Craighead
Woman's Revenge in Ryland Assault at Bedside
In Ryland Aug 2 a man assaulted Mary Ramey over a property dispute. Police entered secretly, found Ramey alive, Ryland attacked, knocked the officer to the floor, and fled toward the yard. The assailant is seriously injured. no other details available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ryland
Mary Ramee
Mary Ramey
Joh
Whysselin
Howe
Watt
Bylind
Bie
Gunboat Marietta Readied for Commission at Mare Island
All is ready in Valled a Cal Aug 22 The gunboat Marietta is prepared for commission and will be presented to the board of inspectors today The hive battery was placed on Downs veterany It included six four inch rifle guns four six pound rapid fire guns and 4 cabling cun Tic flip will join next Wednesday The gunboat Wheeling ordered to Alaska for duty A party of congressmen and Wheeling citizens will travel to California to present the gunboat with elaborate table service at Mare Island on September 1
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Valleda
Cal
Marietta
Board of Inepertora
Downs Veterney
Berin Mare Jeland
Alaska
Congressmen
Wheeling
W. Vipen
California
Mare Island
Wheeling Excursionists Reach Rawlins and Salt Lake City
Special to the Rewitter reports the California expedition arriving Rawlins Wyoming at 2 00 pm and resting half an hour all in good health and spirits. The party plans to spend tomorrow in Salt Lake City with BEANS in attendance.
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Rawlins
Wyoming
Salt Lake City
Rawling
Salt Lake Cy. W
Girl Victimized by Confidence Man in Oak City
Annie Brookfield a deaf miner from Fulton Maine arrived penniless after an old man A J Hunter befriended her on a steamer from Portland and obtained her purse containing 95 dollars and a railroad ticket. her mother died recently.
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Sarratpenta
Cal
Annie Brookfield
Fulton
Oakand
A. J. Hunter
Porland
Oskland
Star Pointer Breaks World Pace Record at Readville
Star Pointer ridden by McClary beat the two minute mark, finishing in 2:04 for a mile at Readville Mass. in a dramatic race witnessed by about eight thousand. Joe Patchen and John St Gentry were among rivals as the Tennessee bred stallion surpassed John R. Gentry's 1900 record amid cheers and a breakneck pace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Readville
Mass
Chicago
Star Pointer
James A. Murphy
Joe Patchen
Goer
John R. Gentry
Imal
Ake
Reinsman McClary
McCiai
Hobert J
Mark
Race Honera
Joe Patrhen
John St. Gentry
Wight
Brown Hiall
Iam Sweepetaken
McChary
Tim
Huston
Myalle Park
Wil
Keeps Her On Ice as Divorce Suit Fails to Discern Discipline
Roland C Woodall of 1628 Coleman Street sues for divorce alleging his wife Erta A Bellman endured coercion and confinement. She claims she married in February and separated by August. seeks restoration of her maiden name. Local notes include Michigan and Alaska brief items about wealth, oil, and Cook Inlet.
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Eric Mallen
Bt Lants
Ianule
Roland C. Woodall
Coleman Street
Steays
Eleaska
Namie
Erta A. Bellman
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Tila
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United Press Finances
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