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May 26, 1931
The story of May 26, 1931 is best read through its archived headlines. On May 26, 1931, one archived headline reported: "HOLDCROFT IS SENTENCED.; Suspect in Gordon Case Jailed for Possessing Weapons." The archive note adds: Former suspect in V Gordon murder sentenced to prison for possession of weapon and burglar's tools. This card keeps the item tied to the source headline instead of adding unsupported detail. Another item reported: "OYSTER BAY PARK PLAN REJECTED BY NASSAU; County Board Refuses to Take $30,000 Option on Yoakum Estate for Moses's Board." A third item noted: "GENERAL JUSTO SEEKS ARGENTINE PRESIDENCY; Anti-Irigoyen Wing of Radical Party Expected to Announce Candidacy Tomorrow." Together, the page presents a same-day newspaper snapshot rather than a modern retelling with invented color.
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On May 26, 1931, one archived headline reported: "HOLDCROFT IS SENTENCED.; Suspect in Gordon Case Jailed for Possessing Weapons." The archive note adds: Former suspect in V Gordon murder sentenced to prison for possession of weapon and burglar's tools. This card keeps the item tied to the source headline instead of adding unsupported detail.
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On May 26, 1931, one archived headline reported: "OYSTER BAY PARK PLAN REJECTED BY NASSAU; County Board Refuses to Take $30,000 Option on Yoakum Estate for Moses's Board." The archive note adds: rejects plan. This card keeps the item tied to the source headline instead of adding unsupported detail.
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On May 26, 1931, one archived headline reported: "GENERAL JUSTO SEEKS ARGENTINE PRESIDENCY; Anti-Irigoyen Wing of Radical Party Expected to Announce Candidacy Tomorrow." The archive note adds: Gen A Justo will seek Presidency. This card keeps the item tied to the source headline instead of adding unsupported detail.
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