Tax Proposition Ruling Clears Lenawee Tax Rolls
The Michigan Supreme Court affirmed a circuit court ruling denying mandamus to force equalization by using the state tax commission figures. The decision lets Lenawee County supervisors proceed with tax rolls as fixed, a victory for prosecutors Jessin and Helme who represented the board. Garlinghouse faced four opposing attorneys from Tecumseh Adrian Morenci and others in the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lansing Glves
Idiat
Tax Commission
T. M. Jessix
James W. Helme
Board’ of
Supervisora
Gar Ioghouse
Fred B. J
Tecumseh
John Bird
Adrian
B. L. Hart
Morenci
Adrian student in Michigan city tells his tale in assault case
The Adrian student Baker, charged with assault and battery on Ann Arbor officer Kelsey, spoke to Telegram reporters describing the campus melee near the cannon. He claims he stood nearby, saw police intervene, and did not resist arrest, asserting he would have fled if in the crowd. He says he knows the assailant but won’t name him, has counsel funded by the faculty, and expects acquittal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Baker
Adrian
University of Michigan
Washtenaw
Kelsey
Ann Arbor
Telegram
Hey
Baker
Union church events and sermons announced
A long list of church services, speakers, and temperance addresses across First Baptist, Second Baptist, Methodist Protestant, M E, Episcopal, Presbyterian, and Christian Science groups. Notable: F. W. Emerson debates prohibition gospel at the MLBE church. multiple services on Thanksgiving week. sermons cover gratitude, biblical prophecy, and necromancy themes. union temperance meetings planned with parlor Bible classes and Sunday schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Empceaae
MLBE
F. W. Emerson
Emerson
Franklin Wn. Sweet
God
Isaiah
Jerusalem
Harriet Powell
A. E
Presbyterian
Presbyterian Church
Second Baptist Church
Bible School Atigm DB
C. W Stephenson
Epworth
Tim
Kansas
Christchurch
Episcopal
First Presbyterian Church
Em.mcmillin
Maruj Ieee
Nlow
F. W. Sweetwad
E. M. McMillin
S.C
M. B
Sweet and
McMiNit
Chrisan Science Hall
Maumee Stree
Acquittal in Conspiracy to Extort Trial at Cincinnati
In Cincinnati two Indiana men, Miller of Terre Haute and Jobis of Rockville, Ind, were acquitted of conspiracy to extort a bribe from John J Ryan amid a noisy court scene. Judge Albert Thompson had to quell pandemonium as jurors delivered a six hour verdict following a lengthy trial.
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Cincinnati
Miller
Terre Haute
Joseph Mt. Jobis
Rockliffe
Ind
John J. Ryan
Post Office Department
Ti Era
Ana
Albert €. Thompson
Brok
Jense
Mins
Johns
Mary
Mrs. Johns
John
Brant’ Ryan
Weather observations from late night to morning
Official government readings show temperatures at 7 o clock last night 26 above, at 7 this morning 24 above, today 34 above. The minimal temperature last night was 17. The record notes the day’s high around 35 above.
Fire at Lily Pennsylvania railroad harms Italian laborers
A blaze in Lily, Pennsylvania aboard a railroad car morning fire trapped 125 Italian laborers sleeping. The fire spread quickly as men fought for life. Thirty-five escaped. many others burned or died in the holocaust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Altoona
Lily
Ion
Pennsylvania Railroad
Local Courts Hear Cases and Divorces in Cambridge Township
Judge Chester convened circuit court this morning addressing the Elizabeth Pawson et al. vs Wi H Robinson settlement suit. Divorces heard include Morelia Munser vs Jules Munger and Mary Johnson vs William Johnson. Calvin Oi, a spectacle vendor, pleaded guilty to failing to return borrowed items. investigation ordered with exam by a physician, case set for Saturday. John Hamilton assault case dismissed on payment of costs and six month conduct pledge. After three trials, the replevin case A W Frantz & Co vs Mile Stocking concluded by compromise. verdict favored complainant, costs about $35.
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Cirguit Court
Elizabeth Pawson
Wi. H. Robinson
Chester
Cambridge Township
Morelia O. Munser
Juliez Munger
Mary Johnson
Wm. Johnson
Calvin Oi
Vender
Peprod
Will
Otl
D. T. Morgan
Humphrey
John “Hamilton
Iis
Mary Handlen
al Ie
Millia
Ratdle
Addison
Hank ‘Phrey
Suibart
Jkis
Corn Husker Accident Claims Arm At Elbow
A Corn Husker accident Friday evening left Fred Schneider of the Bent Owl farm severely injured his left arm near the elbow while operating a corn husking machine after it was shut off. He formerly lived on Finch street and was a milkman in Adrian. A hot spark or burn caused the incident as he worked near the machinery. It was uncertain whether the arm could be saved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Schneider
Bent -Owl
Finch Street
Adrian
Samuel Gompers Reelected President of AFL
Special to The Telemrony reports Samuel Gompers reelected president of the American Federation of Labor by a large plurality in Boston on November 23. The socialist element caused a noonday recess as the convention prepares to elect officers later today. Philadelphia and Philadelphia delegates are mentioned in the Confederate dispatches as part of the nominating process.
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Telemrony
Toston
Mass
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Lalor
Ull Lige Plurality
Boston
American Federation of Labor
Philadelphia Tynostaphicat
The
American Federation of Lior
Socialist Opposition Shapes Federation Presidency Choice
A presidency bid within the federation faces socialist opposition as delegates prepare today to elect their preferred candidate. Friday saw the committee on executive conflicts report on the brewery workers’ trouble, urging reaffirmation of the Cinecitwart Agreement by a vote of 7 975 10 4469. The convention planned an evening session to expedite adjournment tonight or Sunday morning.
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Presidant-Compers Io
Vcommttee
Arrests in Salisbury water scandal prompt bribe inquiry
Fragmentary text indicates arrests tied to Salisbury water scandal. Mentions bribery alleged in relation to a municipal board and a public works committee member. Unclear dates, names, or outcomes due to damaged source text.
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Presbury
Perry Icepling
Formarly
Menber
Public Works
Tragedy Strikes Holland Leader J G Post
Holland leader J G Post dies by self-inflicted gunshot amid poor health and heavy business load. Post headed Holland Sugar company and multiple firms, served as bank director, and held positions in several industries. He leaves a widow, three sons, a daughter, mother, and one sister.
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Holland, Mich
J. G
Chaxel
Wolland
Smith & Werson
Pacific Coast
Pest
Holeland Sugar Company
Solland Brick Company
Pheumatic
Hy Ampany
Waverly Stone Company
Firectay
Holland City ‘Slate Bank
Ani
Waleh, Deroo Milling, and Cereal Company
St Louia Sugers Companny
St. Louis
Grand Haven State, Bank
Chicago Athletic Club
Macatawa Yacht Club
Centralization of Schools Debate At Wayne County Institute
Detroit Times reports Prof. William Harris of Highland Park schools outlines rural district flaws and suggests rural township high schools as a remedy. He notes undertrained, underpaid teachers, transfer of students to city high schools, and argues centralization would boost attendance and reduce stagnation among Michigan farm youth.
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Detroit Times
Wayne County Inspirational Institute
Western High School
Wayne County
William Harris
Highland Park Schools
John Meally
Plymouth
Harris
Yawest
Adeot
Rural Township High School
Michigan
Friendly act cited in grand jury proceedings
Holbrook testifies he acted as a friend in a late afternoon cross examination and says he did not pay or cause payments for improper use connected to the grand jury or Sutton jury. He admits qualifying statements under pressure and denies obtaining jury secrets from Grand Juror McKale while trying to strengthen Sutton’s wound information to aid his own appointment as state inspector.
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Uansing
Mle
Holbrook
Ratton
Grand Jury
Sutton Jury
Tuttle
Holbragh
McKale
Sutton
Warrants Expected in Salisbury Waterworks Case
Grand Rapids officials announce warrants likely today for aldermen and city officials connected to a three year waterworks boodle scandal. Prosecutors withhold details on timing and counts, but observers expect up to twelve aldermen and two officials to face arrest.
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Grand Rapids, Mich
Fuarken
Salsbury
Ist
Settlement Hope Amid Chicago Rail Strike Talks
Chicago on November 21 reports indicate near settlement of the Chicago City Railway strike dispute. Major Garfield Harrison and the peace commission secured a joint conference with representatives of both sides. Directors will decide, then report to Mayor Harrison and the executive board of the strikers union. A runaway bicycle incident ended with a minor leg cut for J. B. Orner. Thanksgiving excursion details announced for Detroit Southern line. Ford advertises new Christmas photography offerings. Men’s League meeting at the Presbyterian church slated for Monday evening.
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Chicago
Chicaso City
York
Garler Hystrrizon
Aldermaule Peace Commission
Harrison
B. R. Afisz
City Railway Company
Hamilton
Clarence
Colonel Bliss
Ution
J. B. Orner
Franklin Grove
Buckten
E. J. Shepherd & Co
Hart & Shaw
Dmg
Detroit Southern’ Railroad
Central Passenger Association
Ford
Stephenson
South Main Street
Presbyterian Church
California
Colombian Mission to Washington Faces Boer War Threat
General Reyes, a Colombian commander, travels to Washington seeking a peaceful settlement over Panama and is prepared to defend Colombia’s unity if talks fail. He warns the U S could trigger a second Boer war if no agreement is reached, while noting South American sympathy and possible plans to move the Colombian capital to Panama City.
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Colon
Associated Press
Coghlin
Colombia
Washington
Port Linon
New Orleans
Coghlan
Roosevelt
Rio Grande Do Sul
Brazil
Panama
South America
Panama City
Waslingtin
Reyes
Baihl
Jose the Fathmer
Ien
Roses
Bogota
Crolombia
Caner
Antioggia
Panwa
Daly Wattue
Darheang
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R Gu
Benedict
Wosmen
Bilton
Son
Littleton
V. Miller
Joseph Vohns
Ryan
Prd
Burdioé
Pepe
Eee
Justice
Vandegrift
Samuel
Gompere
Fage
IG. J. Post
Holland
Western- Michigan
Detroit
Prof. Harris
Tian Nio
America
Tonia
Mich
Navy
Jodee
D. M. Davis
Three Rivers
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