Postmaster of New York Shot Then Kills Self
Edward Morgan, postmaster of New York City, was shot on Upper Broadway by Eric H Mackey, a lawyer's stenographer. Mackey killed himself by shooting into his head immediately after. Moreau noted the assailant was unknown to the postmaster. letters in Mackey's desk suggest a complaint about mail.
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New York
Edward Morgan
New York City
Upper Broadway
Eric H Mackey
Moreau
Mackey
Turkey slaughtering begins in Montgomery County
MT STERLING Ky Nov 9 Turkey slaughtering has begun in Montgomery county with birds to be shipped East for Thanksgiving. Prices at 10 cents per pound on foot will boost farm household income. Four firms will slaughter and dress turkeys. trade peaks before Nov 20 and Dec 10. Over 75,000 dollars estimated to be spent in the area. Corn shucking yields good with prices 2.85 to 3.50 per barrel. hay oats wheat rye show activity amid scarce stock water and rumors of rain after snow. Renters seek farm lands with few openings.
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MT. Sterling
Montgomery County
Madison candidates vow clean primary in Kentucky
Three dozen county candidates in Richmond Kentucky pledged to abstain from whisky money or other illegal influence to sway votes in the upcoming Democratic primary. The Trimble Shelby Anderson county agreement was expanded to cover friends as well, with prosecutions for violations. Republicans plan to follow.
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Richmond
Trimble-Shelby-Anderson County
Governors Will Again Assemble in Washington
Washington reports invitations went out for a December 1 meeting of governors or their representatives as part of the national conservation of resources commission effort. The event follows last May’s White House governors conference and centers on the first complete national inventory of natural resources and a Roosevelt request for a Commission report by January 1.
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Washington
National Conservation of Resources Commission
The
Conservation Commission
White House
United States
Roosevelt
National Conservation Commission
Country Life Commission
Southern Commercial Congress
National Rivers and Harbors Congress
Polo Skating League Plans in Central Kentucky
R S Seabee of Auditorium Skating Rink received a letter from Bush Van Arsdale of Mammoth Skating Rink Lexington urging a Friday meeting with Central Kentucky rink managers. They aim to form a polo league and racing circuit with a weekly race at each rink and a season pennant. Auditing candidates will be chosen by speed, with Winchester represented by top skaters. A special attraction planned is a two mile walk by Dan O Leary against a top local skater, date to be announced.
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R. S. Seabee
Auditorium
Bush van Arsdale
Mammoth
Lexington
Central Kentucky
Winchester
Dan O’leary
O’leary
Writ To Be Tried On Detainer Case Against Hull Hotel
The writ of forcible detainer against W M Hull owner of Court View Hotel was heard in Judge Evans court Saturday afternoon and dismissed for improper writ. It will be taken up again and tried in Judge Evans court Tuesday afternoon.
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W. M. Hull
Court View
Local Marriage License Issued for John Aldrich Wed Vielhe Prother
A marriage license was issued for John Aldrich Wed and Vielhe Prother of Mereherd. The ceremony was performed by Jodee Evans in the clerk's room.
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John Aldrich
Vielhe Prother
Mereherd
Jodee Evans
Ty Clek
Burnham Bennett Co Assignment Shocks Boston Market
The brokerage firm Burnham Bennett & Co, a top speculative house with a New York branch, was assigned at the Boston Stock Exchange opening today, signaling a major shakeup in the market and affecting investor confidence.
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Burnham, Bennett & Co
Boston Stock Exchange
Boston
Mass
New York
Revival Services at First Baptist Church
The revival at First Baptist Church opened with full seating in the morning, Sunday School rooms filled, and crowded galleries. Dr J W Porter of Lexington preached stirring messages, with further services planned at 7:30 pm and Tuesday at 10:30 am, inviting all to attend.
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J. W. Porter
Lexington
First Baptist Church
Porter
Special Evangelistic Services at Presbyterian Church
A weeklong series at First Presbyterian Church each evening at 7:30 led by Pastor Rev. William Cumming. Monday asks How to be Lost, Tuesday How to be Saved, Wednesday Why Men are not Saved, Thursday The Old are Better, Friday How Good a Man May be and yet he Lost, Saturday Personal Responsibility.
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First Presbyterian Church
William Cumming
Persinal
Roosevelt replies to Taft faith dispute in public letter
The Roosevelt letter defends Taft’s private religious beliefs as a matter between him and his Maker and argues against public disclosure or religious discrimination in elections. It asserts that judging a candidate by faith violates religious liberty and could stigmatize voters, noting cabinet diversity and the need for unity among Protestants Catholics Jews. Kentuckian Walworth H. Tappan, connected to Louisville, committed suicide at the Hotel Savoy in New York amid a worsening nervous condition.
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Washington
Taft
Roosevelt
J. C. Martin
Dayton
Judge Taft
Mr. Taft
Abraham Lincoln
John Quincy Adams
Edward Everett Hale
Senate
United States
New York
Walworth H. Tappan
South
Middle West
Louisville
Savoy
Tappan
Taft Enjoys Quiet of Virginia Woods at Hot Springs
President-elect Taft rested on a cottage porch in Hot Springs Virginia savoring a night of sleep and disappearing fatigue. He welcomed visitors Cameron Forbes and Luzuriaga Philippine commissioners after discussions on Philippine matters. West Virginia Representative Gaines paused for talks before tariff hearings. Hitchcock signaled arrival Tuesday and Burton of Cleveland planned to conference Wednesday with Taft.
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Hot Springs
Taft
Cameron Forbes
Philippines
Luzuriga
Philippine Commission
Islands
Joseph W. .Gaines
West Virginia
Gaines
Washington
Ways and Means Committee
House of Representatives
Frank H. Hitchcock
T. E. Burton
Cleveland
Boy Murderer Tries Death by Poison in Tombs
In New York on November 9, Enrique de Lara a 17 year old lad charged with killing Father Arturo Ascenso in Central Park last August attempted suicide by poison in his Tombs cell. He was said to likely recover. Police say he confessed the robbery motivated crime after his arrest on suspicion. Miss Alma Rupard visited Miss Mary Flann over the weekend.
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New York
Tombs
Enrique de Lara
Arturo Ascenso
Central Park
de Lara
Father Ascenio
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A.D. Toe
Virginia Woods
Alma Rupard
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