Taft urges Oklahoma vote against new constitution
Secretary of War William H. Taft addressed ten thousand in Oklahoma City urging citizens to reject the proposed constitution claiming it packs a Democratic majority. He warned the next Congress would pass a new enabling act and insisted his views were his own.
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American Girl Wedding Ends Rift in Nicaragua
In New York on August 24 Alfonso Zela yano, president of Nicaragua, reconciles with his son amid a marriage to Melos Na Baker, daughter of a Washington government clerk. The couple plans to sail to Managua aboard Tuesday's Red Daascarmer, arriving in Managua with a warm welcome awaiting them.
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Tornado Strikes Wisconsin Towns Injuring Six
A tornado tore through Brunswick and nearby farms near Eau Claire on August 24. Homes were blown down and a farm house roof and kitchen were carried off. Reports from Fort Creek say six people were injured in the storm.
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Dowager Empress In Sound Health Despite Rumors
Paris reports the Dowager Empress entirely well amid circulating claims of illness. Noted actor Hugh Staunton, real name Hugh Smith, dies in Philadelphia after a long career among leading stage legends. Baseball scores from major leagues appear, with mixed results across cities including Detroit, Brooklyn, New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, and Cincinnati.
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Debate on American plan for permanent arbitration court at The Hague
The Hague August 24 The special peace conference committee discussed Article 7 proposing a tribunal that may try cases outside The Hague. Disagreement arose after the meeting was called to order and debate on the article was postponed to August 25.
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Noel Wins Primary Contest in Mississippi
Memphis reports show Noel leading Brewer for the Democratic governor nomination with a solid Stehl majority as Mississippi returns results from Thursday's primary. Philanthropist James Oliver, a South Bend magnate, is gravely ill with heart trouble and age-related complications, not expected to survive the night.
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French Ambassador Visits Von Buelow in Berlin
German officials deny the Cambon meeting with Chancellor von Buelow was spurred by the Casa Blanca crisis. They say the visit arose from Cambon’s July request and the chancellor’s many engagements, and it was not a sign of panic or a new German France accord. Moroccon matters may be discussed, but no special agreement is implied.
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Government probes concrete failures across cities
Washington reports the United States Geological Survey is conducting a thorough investigation into reinforced concrete building collapses. Richard L. Humphrey directs tests at laboratories in RL Louis and Norfolk, with results to be published for builders. The issue cited is dangerous careless construction affecting many cities.
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New Sultan Proclaimed in Morocco Amid Turmoil
Aug 24 dispatches report Mulai Hafiz proclaimed sultan on August 1 and organizing government in Marrakesh Fez refugees seek ships at Arish. France weighs troop moves as Moorish forces mobilize, with 16 000 men marching from the south toward Casablanca and Casablanca region tensions rising.
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Frisco Lease Ratified. Western Rail Rivalry Emerges
Chicago reports the Colorado Southern New Orleans and Pacific lease transfer to the Frisco system, adding 500 miles of track and targeting Houston to New Orleans passenger service. A joint trackage deal with Yazoo and Mississippi Valley may follow, boosting Frisco as a strong SP competitor. details touch on jurisdictional lawsuits and internal legal defenses.
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Territory Demurs in Land Frauds Suit Demands Congress Action
Demurrers filed by the Territory of New Mexico argue that the United States cannot settle disputes with a territory in court and that only Congress can decide such questions. Government seeks to reverse deeds to timber lands sold to American Lumber Co. and Clark M. Carr. Former territorial officials named as defendants include ex-Governor Otero and ex-Land Commissioner Keen. The American Lumber Co. is also seeking to return lands to the government as fraudulent disposals. Court records note denials by U S Attorney General offices and that timber cuts are halted pending case outcomes.
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Railway Key Men Talk Strike
Two hundred Long Island railroad telegraph operators demand higher pay and shorter hours. If refused by General Manager James McCree, a citywide signal may tie up the road next Wednesday. A 17,000-strong machinists strike gang in Greater New York is expected to begin next Monday seeking a 25 cent daily raise.
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Labor Demands Stricter Alien Laws in AFL Session
Norfolk on August 24 reports the executive board of the American Federation of Labor urged civic groups to back stringent immigration laws to exclude Asiatic laborers. The federation also pressed Roosevelt and Congress to study the cost of government ownership of telegraph lines. Miners of the Transvaal requested financial aid, to be provided as possible.
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Jealous Woman Behind Fatal Railroading Murder
Frederick Kistermaker a freight engineer on the Rome Watertown and Ogdensburg railroad was found murdered at his Rochester boarding house with two bullets in the head. Landlady Mrs Osborne and Arthur Clark were arrested Clark allegedly confessed accusing Mrs Osborne of planning the crime and firing the shots Jealousy is cited as the motive.
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Meat wagon strike sparks violence and guard escorts
News from New York reports drivers in a meat wagon strike moving under mounted police escort with no meat famine feared. A strikebreaker, Jacob Reindel, was badly beaten near Roosevelt Hospital as mobs harassed non union drivers and stones were hurled at wagons. Henry J. Martendall, noted American merchant and first to introduce American goods in Europe and Australia, died in Trenton at 76.
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Browns suffer 5-2 loss as Trinidad beats Albuquerque
In Trinidad on August 24 the Browns lose to Trinidad 5 to 2 after a slow start at altitude. Gorham homered for Albuquerque, while Rathburn and Shay drive in runs. A bigger crowd is expected tomorrow for the rematch as Galgano seeks a stronger showing.
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Seek to Oust Platt From Express Company
Stockholders are called together for the first time since the Civil War to elect seven directors at United States Express. A circular asks holders to mail a signed blank to Secretary Chauncey requesting a stockholder meeting to oppose Platt management amid charges of mismanagement.
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Europeans flee Fez as crisis deepens
Letters from Fes dated August 20 report a grave situation with all European residents deciding to leave Fez immediately. The urgency underscores mounting danger in the city as authorities mobilize evacuations.
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Narrow Escape Of Navy Officers
Norfolk Virginia August 24 ordnance officials tested an air compressor at the Norfolk yards and docks experiment station when four bolts in the cylinder blew out injuring eight men and causing serious damage to the buildings. The surrounding workers escaped with narrow chances of death.
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Clerk Vanishes With Twenty Thousand Dollars
Holman Stader a confidential clerk for Edwin Harrington Sons Co is charged with forgery and embezzlement of 20000 He disappeared about two weeks ago. Mrs Paul Martin wife of a La Crosse businessman was arrested on suspicion in connection with the mysterious death of her brother Carl Schmidt following a coroner's jury verdict.
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Bucket Shop Men Out on Bail Continue Business
Washington August 24 all five stock brokerage offices raided yesterday under the anti gambling law were operating again today. The proprietors arrested furnished bonds for appearance when required.
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Maud Arnt Accused in Tacoma Strong‑Arm Robbery Attempt
Seattle August 24. Withiam I 77, a California resident, says Miss Maud Arnt of 68 Fourth Avenue held him at gunpoint and forced a 5000 dollar note, payable in Tacoma, from him. Arnt denies the charge and says Reed offered an insult. she is held on attempted robbery charges with bail set at 10000. Reed, freed, lives at the Fairfield Hotel with family. Arnt has Puyallup relatives.
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Catcher Frank Bower Hit by Swift Inshoot
New York Aug 4. Frank Bower catcher of the New York Nationals was struck behind the left temple by a swift inshoot from Jack Camille of Pittsburg in yesterday’s game. His morning condition was favorable but he is unlikely to play again this season. Kellogg, special counsel for the Interstate Commerce Commission, has arrived to begin testimony Sept 3 in the federal suit to dissolve Standard Oil in St. Louis.
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