Wealthy Chicago widow found murdered near Santa Monica
The body of an elderly woman identified as Mrs. Watherine Fields of Chicago was found near Santa Monica. Police suspect murder after an autopsy showed head blows. Mrs. Fields, a wealthy former businesswoman, disappeared Friday from a hotel carrying a large sum sewn in her clothes.
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Woman declines city post in Cumberland
Mrs. Anna M. McCleave declined the position of police and commissioner chosen by the mayor. She cited household duties and other pressing activities preventing her from serving. The notice came from Cumberland on May 25.
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Intimidation in Election in Ulster Reported
Belfast reports wholesale intimidation in the Ulster election with nationalist and unionist claims of voter suppression. Incidents in Ballymacarret show voters beaten en route or after voting, while both sides allege intimidation in nationalist districts. Concerns rise over child voting and automatic lists ahead of July revision.
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Upshaw to Speak Friday Night at Market Street Church
Upshaw delivers the lecture John and His Hat at Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church. The congressman, praised by Champ Clark as a successor of Sam Jones, is billed for a notable address noted for wit eloquence and dramatic flair.
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G O P Women Aide Rule Changes Cited In Virginia
Fredericksville Virginia May 24 4 Mrs George N Traded announced candidacy for Democratic nomination for House of gates from Northumberland and Westmoreland counties has retired from the race due to ineligibility to vote in the primary under raising of Attorney General Saunders she voted for Harding previously.
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Preservation anniversary at Smithfield church vows endowment
At the 289th anniversary celebration the old church near Smithfield Virginia planned a permanent endowment to preserve the ancient structure for the world. The gathering, despite poor weather, attended a pilgrimage to the historic site founded in 1632 by Joseph Bridger. The annual sermon was given by Hight Reverend Beverley Dandridge Tucker, D D Bishop of Southern Virginia, followed by communion.
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New York Fruit Crop Damaged by April Frost Across State
Albany May 18 Commissioner of Agriculture George Hogue reports statewide frost damage to fruit from April 6 and 10. Peaches in Hudson River district faced 80 to 90 percent harm. central New York apples suffered 75 to 90 percent injury. Long Island and Westchester saw less damage. Kingston to Hudson Valley orchards faced severe peach blossom loss. Cherry and plum crops also hit. some apple and pear losses, though overall prospects varied by county and altitude.
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