Territorial Republicans Nominate Andrews for Congress
The Las Vegas territorial Republican convention adjourned after renominating William H. Andrews for delegate to Congress. W B Childers and T B Catron led the nomination with strong praise for his congressional service, and supporters moved for a rising acclamation amid cheering and a band playing.
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Las Vegas
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William H. Andrews
W. B. Childers
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T. B. Catron
Santa Fe
Frank A. Hubbell
New Mexico
W. Martin
Socorro
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Messrs
Luna
Romero
Prichard
Otero
Delegates Plead for New Mexico Arizona Statehood Support
Delegate Andrews urges rapid statehood for New Mexico and Arizona, praising the Hamilton enabling act’s land endowment and funds for schools, colleges, and public institutions. He cites Theodore Roosevelt’s push, defense of citizenship grants, and the need for federal support to secure two states with full representation.
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Lincoln
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England and Russia push for second peace conference
New York dispatch reports Britain and Russia press for a second Hague peace conference. Russia seeks to show normal international ties despite czar’s absence and reports that the czar and czarine may be in Copenhagen. The note adds Russia’s foreign policy unaffected by the event. The Sultan of Turkey is said to be near death with a serious cancerous growth.
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Great Balloon Race Starts From Paris and Winds
Sixteen balloons began from Paris in the James Gordon Bennett cup contest. Several crossed the Channel into England with a northeast drift while others landed along the Normandy coast as wind directions shifted. First arrival was Count De La Vaulx in the Walfall, with more sightings across southern England as the race continued. Civil Service Examinations in Washington seek applicants for constructing engineer at $150 to $25 per month, mostly field work in the western U.S. and remote locations with transportation challenges.
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Meat label ruling tightens rules for canned goods
Washington announces a new meat inspection law enforcing precise labeling and strict sanitary standards. Secretary Wilson says the law will be rigidly enforced with a $2 million annual cost and inspectors to cover all stages from slaughter to packaging. About 75 plants remain uninspected and many smaller packers will gain new inspectors. An Interstate Commerce Commission decision clarifies that state rates forming part of interstate fares must be filed with the commission.
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Post Office Commission Opens Hearing on Costs
New York October 1 a joint Post Office inquiry began by senators Penrose Carter and Clay and representatives Overstreet Gardner and Moon assessing whether revenue from a class should reflect service value and practical classifications. The session will explore amendments to current law and potential actions to adjust rates and burdens.
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Taft Seeks More Marines Not Battleships
Havana reports a U S Marine brigade of 760 men under Major Wendell C Neville landed from the ships Kentucky Indiana and Minneapolis and moved to Camp Colombia by trolley. Palma's departure from Havana was postponed until tomorrow. In Washington Secretary Taft says he does not need more ships but wants more marines. Seven yellow fever cases reported in Havana this week by the Marine Hospital Service.
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Taft
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Noted policy gambler faces personal crisis and death
New York Oct 1 Albert J Adams once a policy gambling kingpin shot himself at his home amid claims of heavy newspaper scrutiny and legal ruin. His release from Sing Sing preceded a stint as president of Guanajuato Amalgamated Gold Mining Co and backing Sage Co allegedly linked to bucket shops. Adams’ son disputed ties to Sage.
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Guanajuuto
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Adams
Sage & Co
Storm center shifts as gulf hurricane brings heavy rain
Mobile reports a heavy rain storm halting rail and telegraph lines with no wind yet. Thousands displaced along Mobile Bay, 600 homeless on Daupin Island. Relief runs scarce with two expeditions, militia mobilization urged. Bayou La Batre and Daupin receive tents and supplies, while Mobile citizens organize aid. Fourteen dead and fourteen missing from the hurricane near New Orleans as telegraph and rail services lag behind.
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Second Marathon Run Near Chicago News under the Illinois Athletic Club
The second annual marathon under the New Illinois Athletic Club is set for this afternoon. A 25 mile course runs from Glenmoor Country Club Highlands Park to 98 Michigan Avenue. A grandstand for 2000 spectators and a large staff of officials will oversee the race. Top entrants include Hicks the Boston runner and Rhud Metaner among others. The Chicago event features medals for the top finishers and souvenirs for non finishers.
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