Bandits Hanged After Vain Efforts to Save Them
Chicago February 15 All night efforts to save Joe and Jack Wi one of five hold up band who killed Frank Rodney, cashier, at the Drake Hotel last summer failed. Judges were sought at homes by a humane group to intervene but were refused. Clergymen were summoned as the condemned men asked for a priest and minister. The Drake robbery occurred July 30 in daylight. Two robbers were slain two captured, one escaped. Reward for capture of Mullneschuck remains. Loot about $10 000.
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Chicago
Joe
Jack
Frank Rodkey
Clegumen
Holmes
Woods
John T. Stone
Fourth Presbyterian Church
Great Hotel
Stone
William Mullneschuck
Draft Evader Under Arrest on Morality Charge
Grover Cleveland Bergdoll, a draft evader from Philadelphia, was taken into custody yesterday here on allegations involving love affairs. He is held on an open charge as police investigate indecent conduct and plan to confront alleged victims.
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In Heat Press
Inmosbaach
Pelea
Grover Cleveland Bergdoll
Rich Philadel
United States
Bergdoll
Eberbath
Woman Debarment Sparks Cathcart Immigration Row
The National Woman's Party urged Secretary Davis to overturn the ban on Countess Cathcart, arguing unequal treatment since a man in the same case was admitted. They demand equal moral standards and enforcement of immigration law without gender discrimination.
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Associated Press
Washington
National Woman's Party
Cathcart
United States
Davis
Henry Holt Dies in New York at 86
Henry Holt, author and publisher, died in New York City at his home from bronchitis complications. He was 86, born in Baltimore in 1840, and was brother of Mrs. Joseph Colt Bloodgood.
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Associated Press
New York
Henry Holt
Baltimore
Joseph Colt Bloodgood
Mr. Matthews Speaks at First Christian Church
At the morning service the First Christian Church will welcome Mr Thos W Matthews delivering a sermon titled The Sin of Ingratitude. Sunday school begins at 9 45 in the morning followed by Christian Endeavor at 645 in the evening. no evening service.
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First Christian Church
Thos. W. Matthews
Christian Endeavor
Notice to Public on Claims Against the Company
Public notice directs persons along Welltown Turnpike or holding claims against the company to settle with A. McKown, trustee, by a stated deadline. The notice names the handling party and indicates action on outstanding claims.
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Welltown Turnpike
Thse
A. McKown
Council rejects fire alarm system ordinance
At a special meeting the City Council defeated two readings of an ordinance to establish a city fire alarm system run from police headquarters via the telephone central. Every member voted against it, leaving fire alarms to continue under the current method. The Firemen's Welfare Association opposed the change citing confusion over locating fires when residents call central. A petition from the association was presented and approved, sealing the measure's defeat. A letter from G E Painter Company seeking 275 for traffic signals was read and referred to the city solicitor.
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Voauiak
Fire Department
Central
Firetien W
Firemen’s Welfare Association
C. Lee Barr
Fred W. Forney
D. Brown
Chas. Buhl
Lee Lamp
Welfare Association
G. E. Painter Company
Baltimore
Miss Wills Wins In Tennis Tourney
Miss Helen Wills, American lawn tennis champion, defeated Mlle St. Omer Roy without losing a game at Cannes advancing toward a highly anticipated clash with Susanne Lenglen. The Carlton tournament continues to showcase Wills dominance as she moves closer to the title.
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Miss Wills
Associated Press
Cannes
Helen Wills
Carlton
Mlle
St. Omer Roy
Susanne Lenglen
Movement of Hard Coal To Start Next Week
Philadelphia reports a shift to tri district miners ratifying a pact after a strike settlement. Whose actions will shape when production resumes and how soon full output is expected as the industry restarts across Scranton and surrounding mines.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Scranton
Every Swimmer a Life Saver in Winchester Drive
The American Red Cross has trained over 60 000 swimmers in life saving with strict tests and issued insignia to qualified responders. Captain William Kieb will conduct a three day program teaching the Prone method of resuscitation to police and fire departments, emphasizing simple equipment and rapid recovery techniques for water, gas, or smoke incidents.
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America
American Red Cross
Winchester
William Kieb
American National Red Cross
Police and Fire Department
Red Cross
Life Saving Lecture For Winchester Firemen
Capt William G Kieb of the American National Red Cross Life Saving Department will demonstrate life saving and first aid methods for local volunteer firemen. The free lecture at Rouss hall on February 17 at 7 30 PM precedes a one hour demonstration covering resuscitation from fire gas electricity and water. Sponsored by the Winchester Firemen Welfare Association with committee W Lee Fisher Joseph E DuPuy and C D Barnett.
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William G. Kieb
American National Red Cross
Washington, D. C
Winchester
Rouss Hall
Firemen’s Welfare Association of
W. Lee Fisher
Joseph E. DuPuy
C. D. Barnett
Capt. Kieb
Court To Move On Chain Stores
The Department of Justice seeks an injunction in New York federal court against the National Food Products Corporation and nine individuals in a major anti trust action. The case targets major chain store operators and other prominent food dealers in the country.
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Associated Press
Washington
Department of Justice
Federal Court
New York
National Food Products Corporation
Wanted Girl to Do General Housework
Classified notice seeking a girl from the country to perform general housework with night duties at Mrs. L. Y. 833 W Cork Street. Contact phone 624 J. Publication date appears as February 9.
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Mra. L.Y
Cork
For Rent Six Room Building on Main Street
For rent a six room building suitable for dwelling or business. Apply G R A P th. G. Mt. Hansbrough.
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G. Mt. Hansbrough
Newspaper Hour Marking Bill Stirs Virginia Assembly
Virginia House debates a bill requiring every newspaper to print the exact hour and date of printing on the front page with fines for violations. The session also sees battles over county salary limits for judges and a poison label proposal. Delegates Gordon Brewer Jones and others figure in heated exchanges as lawmakers adjourn to Monday. Auto weight bill also discussed.
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Richmond
General Assembly
Thomas J. ‘Downing
Rappahannock River
Tappahannock
Assembly
Gordon
Virginia
Brewer
Board of Supervisors of Counties
Jones
Wheat and Corn Decline Amid World Shortage Doubt
Chicago February 13 The wheat market fell further this week as large speculative liquidations outpaced thin demand. Wheat price levels dropped 2.5 to 6 cents from a week ago while corn eased 1 to 1.5 cents oats declined 1.5 to 2 cents and provisions weakened 47 to 70 cents. Market nerves blamed diminished world shortage talk and rising wheat afloat for Europe, with domestic premia easing and weaker foreign markets. Rallies appeared after hints of renewed domestic flour demand and new futures buying.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Europe
United States
Washington as business man made a fortune
At the Fort Loudoun Chapter meeting of the Daughters of the American Revolution Prof G P Quarles discussed George Washington and printed his address. He criticized two untrustworthy biographer types and warned against hagiography or sensationalism as he analyzed Washingtons legacy and the distortions it has faced.
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Fort Loudoun
Daughters of the American Revolution
G. P. Quarles
Hadley
George Washington
Griswold
Poe
Lincoln
Wilson
Hughes
Washington
New
York
Will of Scott T. Fahnestock Probate Estate To Widow And Heirs
The will dated July 17, 1918 of Scott T. Fahnestock, a leading county fruit grower, was admitted to probate. Executor M. M. Lynch posted a $10 000 bond. Personal property divided equally to wife Minerva and three children Nellie Hildebrand J Henkel Henry and J William Fahnestock. Real estate two tracts including a productive orchard assigned one third to widow and two thirds to the children. the son's share held in trust for five years with income to him. Estate valued at about 40 000.
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Scott T. Fahnestock
T. Y. Kinzel
Harry R. Homer
M. M
Lynch
Fahnestock
Minerva Fahnestock
Nellie Hildebrand
Baltimore
J. Henkel Henry
J. William Fahnestock
Upward Stock Movement Check Raises Halting Gains
New York February 13 heavy profit taking and bear selling checked the sharp upward move in today's stock market. Settlement of the anthracite controversy Senate passage of the tax reduction bill and GM dividend raise to $7 influenced a large accumulation. Total sales about 1,100,000 shares.
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Associated Press
New York
Senate
General Motors
Market Notes on Wheat Corn and Oats
Feed The Birds comment on speculative selling in Chicago stocks of wheat. No immediate deliveries. Comparative steadiness of the corn market relates to visible supply now about a quarter of a million bushels larger than a year ago. Oats were low in spirits by selling.
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Chicago
Towns Bus Line Acquired by Bic New York Capitalists
Towns Bus Line sold to Eastern Public Service Corporation of New York which plans to acquire other profitable motor coach lines. Towns founder John A. Towns likely to remain as managing director with no major operating changes expected. The announcement notes a $300,000 seven percent preferred stock offering and projects rising gross earnings beyond $200,000 with $60,000 net for the year after planned improvements.
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Narrisonburg
Towns Bus Line
Eastern Public Service Corporation
New York
Northern
Daily News Record
Purcord and Ford Company, Inc
Virginia
Mr. Towns
John A. Towns
Tthe Eastern Public Service Company
Seven Men Face Abduction Case Near Mexico Border
Seven men held in Tijuana face possible firing squad if convicted of abduction in the assault on Aud and Clyde Peteet. Mexican law and the semi military court process raise the prospect of execution upon a guilty verdict. Arel death and remorse were noted in local coroner reports. Luis Amador and police chief Zenardo Llanos were involved in the case after a suicide attempt in jail.
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Associated Press
San Diego
Tijuana
Aud
Clyde Peteet
Calles
Lower
California
Mexico
Hom
Former Editor Sperry Dies at 83 in Hartford
Hartford Feb 13 Associated Press Wat son KR Sperry 83 longtime editor of the New York Evening Post from 1875 to 1885 died today after a long career in journalism.
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Associated Press
Hartford
Conn
Watson KR. Sperry
Ne Yer Evening Post
Widow Miss M Bill Davison laid to rest in Winchester
Miss M Bill Davison a Richmond Virginia resident and longtime deaconess and charity worker was laid to rest after committal services at Saint Andrew's Church. Her funeral followed in Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church and burial in Mount Hebe? Cemetery Winchester. She leaves several nieces and nephews including John Rafe and Maury Davison.
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Sygravb
M. Bill Davison
Richmond
Mount Hebrew
Winchester
M. Davison
J. Davison
Baltimore
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
Richmont
Robt. B. Nelson
Christ Episcopal Church
Christ Churchy
William W. Nelson
Page
Chas
W. Henry R. Bryarly
W. A. Baker
G G. Crawford
Milas Davison
At & Andrews Episcopal Church
Associated Charities
Episcopal Church
Nea Va
John
Rafe
Maury
Davison
Mail Aviator Loses His Life In Plane Crash
Cleveland based aviator Olio Smith, a veteran mail flyer and sky writing pioneer, was killed when his plane struck a tree near Bryan Ohio. The craft crashed two miles off the Bryan route while en route from Chicago to Detroit. fire broke out and he died at the scene. Authorities promised investigation though details were scarce.
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Cleveland
Olio
Smith
Ames
Kbow
Pelter
Ohio
Miley
Bryan
Chidagh
York
Chicago
Shay
Sky
Gas Up One Cent On Tank Price
Tank wagon gasoline prices rose by one cent per gallon across New Jersey and New York territories. Standard Oil of New Jersey quotes 16 cents and Standard Oil of New York 18 cents, with Sinclair Refining following suit. Deputy Sheriff A J Wigginton reports being snowbound at Cedar Creek grade for days while roads were impassable.
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New York
Ard Oil Company
New Jersey
Standard Oil Company
Sinclair Refining
Ficer
A. J. Wigginton
Cedar Creek
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Mt. Hebron
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