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Williston Graphic

Location

Williston, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1914

Page

2

Murray Case to Governor Ends Testimony Phase

Minot August 11 The testimony in the trial of County Judge William Murray for misconduct in office finished in night session before Referee T C Madden The case now goes to the governor for summary and date setting for arguments Mrs Corser testified again denying statements against the defense Witnesses for the state contradicted defense witnesses Contempt hearing for Mrs Corser set for 2 P M before Judge Levin The trial described as one of Minot’s most sensational with themes of socialism versus innocence and a bitter city atmosphere.

Minot William Murray T. C. Madden Adden Murray

Call to Canada for thousands to aid the British army

Winnipeg crowds fill streets and armories cheering the Cameron Highlanders as Ottawa orders 25 000 Canadian troops for service with Britain in Belgium The 90th rifle regiment parade and enthusiasm rises with promises of more enlistees including Americans seeking service and Western reports of large enlistments Canada railways announce job protections if called to duty

Winnipeg Man Ottawa Belgium Cameron Highlanders 90Th Rifle Regiment Riel Kaiser Iy Corps United States Army United States Canada Alberta

Boxing changes like in war in New York

New York August 6 The war in Europe may reshape boxing as four champions risk losing titles before peace. Jack Johnson former heavyweight champion and citizen of France has renounced US allegiance. Georges Carpentier and Ledoux have joined the call to colors. Bombardier Wells served as a British reservist and may be called again.

New York Europe Jack Johnson Georges Carpenter Chamion Bombardier Wells Charles Ve Uex France Poincaire Johnson Carpenter Ledoux Adv Barbardier Wells Tedim Tommy Tkmaay

Welsh Enlists if England Calls for Soldiers

The passage suggests Welsh, though with no military experience, would likely take the field if England required volunteers. It implies a readiness to answer the wartime draft or call to arms.

England

Final Quietus Put On Charges In Grand Forks Case

Grand Forks August 10 The grand jury reported no grounds for indictments in the McLain Cooper murder case and was dismissed by Judge K E Leighton after inspecting the county and city jails and thanking the judge and state's attorney. Indictments against Richard Broyere J C Stevens and Andy Sullivan were not pursued.

Grand Forks K. E. Leighton Grand Jury C. A Olmatead Brownell McLain Cooper K. E.J . Leighton Richard Broyere J. C. Stevens Andy Sullivan District Court O. B. Burtness

Germany Demands Italian Aid in War Crisis

Rome reports Berlin has demanded Italy aid Germany with its military forces. Italy, led by King Victor Emmanuel, declares strict neutrality citing the Triple Alliance defensive purpose and Austria’s breach. Italy fears unprepared loss of interests if war erupts with Serbia’s crisis unfolding.

Rome Italy Germany France England Belgium Russia Austria Victor Emmanuel Servia

Crooks Planned Several Crimes In Eastern North Dakota

Hannaford North Dakota August 10 authorities say a man held as John Doe robbed Arronstad Bros. and Brosco Hardware last Friday night gaining entry by sawing a rear door panel. The suspect, refusing to reveal his name, admits his share and says two accomplices are at large. The gang planned more robberies to obtain guns and ammunition for eastern state crimes. a hearing is set in coming days.

Hannaford N .D Griggs County John Doe Arronstad Bros Brosco Plana Doe Benjamin

Editor Constraints and Labor of a Newsroom

The passage describes the modern editor's demanding duties including paying for coat, rent, and paper, waking early, working long hours, gathering copy, and producing bright weekly editions. It notes the misconception that editors merely sit and collect news, emphasizing the vast workload and responsibility.

Puis

Great Eastern Casualty Co. Life and Accident Policy Details

The advertisement touts Great Eastern Casualty Co. as the best in its field. It lists benefits including life $5000, both eyes $3500, both hands $3200, both feet $3500, one hand and one foot $2500, single hand or foot $75, one eye $350, weekly accident $25, double weekly $50, sickness $20, hospital $26, and full cost of a ear-related expense, urging readers to contact H. V. Smith immediately.

JV. Pmion Great Eastern Casualty Con

President Wilson Recalls Mrs. Wilson in Rome Service

The presidential family attended the marble church service in Rome Ga after the death of Mrs Woodrow Wilson at the White House. President Wilson stood with bowed head as the burial rites were read and tears marked his grief. Flowers from slums and city friends poured in as Tumulty announced the death.

Tumulty Congress Senate House Rome Wilson Woodrow Wilson White House McAdoo Sayre Miss Wilson

German Army on to Brussels In World War II era notes

London reports outline German forces held in check for now as French troops retreat to new positions near Muelhagen. Paris reports say 55 000 French troops were checked in the first major battle of the campaign. Russians gain against Austrians per Exchange Telegraph. Belgians re occupy the Liege fortress after German retreat.

London Muelhagsen Paris Brussels Liege

German Advance Continues Across Belgium and Nearby Fronts

Reports from Brussels London and Amsterdam describe German detachments advancing through Belgium toward Liege with heavy artillery fire along the front. Dispatches note German hunger and spy activity, Dutch neutrality, and a large wireless station seized at Togoland as war broadens.

Brussels Liege Belgium

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