Governor Stubbs Attacks Railroads at Chicago Banquet
Kansas Governor W Fr Stubbs denounces railroads and trusts as violators of Sherman law and warns of corporate plunder. He cites rising freight rates, Northern Securities case, and soaring railroad dividends to argue government failure to curb abuses and the need for tougher action.
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Morning Journal
Kicagwo
W. Fr. Stubbs
Kansas
Ulingis Manufacturers’ Association
Stubbs
Federal judge assaults rail rate conspiracies and anti trust
A speaker condemns railroads for forming a giant rate–boosting cartel. He argues the action violates Sherman anti trust law and threatens liberty, justice, and the public’s welfare. He urges strict enforcement and harsher penalties on unlawful combinations and monopolies.
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Republic
Elias Leo
Brubha
Comereks
Merrell
Missimeippi
Missourh
Olo
Alleged bullion thieves held after arrest in August case
Four of seven arrested in a bullion theft case remain held at the city jail with no formal charge entered. The group includes B C Smith and Margaret Henery among others. three suspects were released for lack of evidence. Federal agents and local detectives discuss jurisdiction as grand larceny charges loom to secure custody. Prisoners offered no statements, citing attorney guidance.
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Morning Journal
Fon Frans
Dev Fl
Persney
B.C. Smith
Margaret Henery
D. T Woodson
M. Woodsor
Kromiere
Four teen Delegates Set for Santa Fe Constitution Meet
Four teen delegates appear certain to be instructed for the constitutional session at the Santa Fe meet. The Brant County group gathers to prepare strategy and align with party goals ahead of the event.
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Santa Fe
Favorable Sentiment Strong in Silver City
Voters in Silver City NM show strong support for the constitutional movement and self government. Delegates to the county convention are expected to back the constitution, with prominent leaders and multiple parties aligned in favor. The sentiment favors immediate statehood and a workable government under a new constitution.
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Silver City
N. M
Bee
Roberts
Santa Fe
Herm A. JH. Harllee
Colin Neblewt
W. B. Walton
Alvan N. White
W. D Murray
Jackson Agee
J. L. Hornside
Oelhoer
Olwe
Duttland
Tithow
Republcan
Mon Mute Fowler
N. W. Porterfiaid
Frank I.ttoon
Alvan White
Demos
Chawirols
Geo Catipe
Washington Would Fix Constitution to Discourage Polygamy
A resolution sent to the House Judiciary Committee in Washington aims to convene a constitutional convention to propose an amendment banning polygamy and to empower full enforcement of the law. The measure, passed by the legislature, was received by the House today.
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Washington
Constitution
Dee
House Committee On Judiciary
House
Senate ratifies Chamizal arbitration date change
The senate today ratified a protection measure altering the dates set for arbitration with Mexico over the Chamizal matter, affecting the tithe and related charges in the Chamizal dispute.
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PPL
Isson
Washington
Senate
Mexico
Ocean Mail Bounty Bill Delayed in Senate Session
The ocean mail bounty bill, pending between the two sides of the case, was laid aside temporarily in the senate to accommodate other business. A first commission session was set for May 16, with presentation extended to February 13, 1911, between El Paso and Ciudad Juarez.
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Bel Paso
Texas
Ciudad Juarez
Chihuahua
Senate
Washinon
Gallinger
Senate Tops Agenda With Justice White Confirmation
Washington reports say Associate Justice White was confirmed as chief justice amid a light Senate day. The omnibus claims bill of over 2 million dollars was reported but not voted. In the House, a pension appropriation of 153 000 and 8000 cents was released for debate. A graduated inheritance tax bill for the district of Columbia passed.
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Washington
White
United States Court
Senate
District of Columbia
Proclamation Sets February 9 for Arizona Constitution Vote
Acting Governor George FE Young issued the proclamation in Phoenix naming February 9 as the election day to ratify the recently completed Arizona constitution.
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Arizona
Phoenix
Ariz
George FE. Young
Missouri Lawyer Confirmed as Solicitor General
Frederick W. Lehmann of Missouri was confirmed by the Senate to serve as solicitor general of the United States. He succeeds the late Lloyd W. Bowers who died in office.
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Washington
Frederick W. Lehmann
Missouri
Senate
United States
Lloyd W. Bowers
Texas Senator Proposes Resolution Nullifying New Mexico Boundary Clause
Senator Culberson of Texas introduces a joint resolution in the Senate aimed at voiding a state constitutional provision that alters the boundary between New Mexico and Texas. The measure targets land patents and other rights tied to the disputed survey and requires approval by both houses to take effect.
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Culberson
Texas
Startling claims at Las Vegas mass meeting
Las Vegas December report says Rev J L Beier of the New Mesh antivantoon league denounces the constitution of New Mexico as a "rum soaked document" while accusing delegates of liquor interests. The Las Vegas Civic League forms to fight prohibition alongside a party alliance, with implied Democratic ties to defeat the constitution at the polls.
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Democratic Party
League
Morning Journal
Las Vegar
N. M
New Estate
New Mexico
Las Vesas Jome
J. L Beier
New Mesh Antivantoon League
Banta Fe
Anti-Satoon League
Standard Oil Must Pay Fine for Rebates
The Standard Oil Company of New York must pay a $20,000 fine imposed by the district court for the Western District of New York for accepting alleged concessions in petroleum transportation. The U S Supreme Court refused to review the case.
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Washington
Standard Ot Company of
New York
District Court For
Western District of New York
Supreme Court of the United States
Justice Waite Confirmed as Chief Justice
Senators confirm Justice Waite as Chief Justice with prompt, near unanimous support as courtesy to the outgoing member of the August Chamber.
White Confirmed as Chief Justice Amid Rapid Senate Action
The Senate confirmed Edward Douglas White of Louisiana as chief justice of the United States with swift executive session. Nominations for associate justices Willis Van Devanter and Joseph Lamar were referred to the judiciary committee, no action yet due to expected moderate support. The Commerce Court nominations faced routine scrutiny and are slated for future consideration, with no strong opposition anticipated.
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Morning Journal
Washington
The
Senate Today
Edward Douglas White
Louisiana
United States
Taft
Justice White
Senate
Whites Commission
Willis Vandevanter
Wyoming
Eighth J Judicial Circuit
Joseph Lamar
Georgia
Supreme Court of
Supreme Court of the United States
Court of Commerce
Commerce Court
Martin A. Knapp
Interstate Commerce Commission
Robert W. Archbold
United States District Studen
Middle District
Pennsylvania
William HH. Flunt
Judge Court Customs Appeals
United
United States District
District of Montene
John Emmett Garig
South Dakota
Julian W. Mack
Thatlllinois District
Fear
Interstate Commerce Commisseion
First
Knapp
Commission
White
White House
Hale
Maine
Mr White
Pensate
Heyburn
Polla
Louisiana Delegation Praises New Chief Justice White
Senators Foster and Thornton led a congressional delegation to congratulate the new chief justice. Later the White House received the new chief justice to pay respects and thank the president. Associate Justice Hughes praised the appointment calling it admirable and fitting.
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Louisiana
Congress
Foster
Thornton
White House
Hughes
Justice White
Change in Interstate Commerce Commission Stirs Uncertainty
Washington December 12 1909 new commissioners McChord of Kentucky and Meyer of Wisconsin join Chairman Knapp and have not heard testimony in key rate cases set for January 9. Likely postponement of the commission’s rate order to allow new members to review evidence and hear arguments. Speculation that Judson Clements may become chairman if Knapp is confirmed as presiding judge.
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Washington
Dee
Interstate Commerce Commission
Knapp
Court of Commerce
Judson Clements
Georgia
All Bodies Recovered From Bellevue Mine Disaster
Fernie B C Dec 12 All of the bodies of the miners killed in the Bellevue explosion last Friday evening have been recovered Thirty men lost their lives All were employees of West Canadian collieries except Fred Alderson fire boss at Hosmer mine who sacrificed his life by giving his oxygen helmet to a companion about to succumb to the after damp
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Fernie
B. C
Bellevue
Fred Alderson
Hosmer
Aged Attorney Slain as Police Suspect Burglary
Nathan B. Hyde former US commissioner for the southern district of Wisconsin and former New York lawyer was found dead in his Chicago West Side home. A crow bar blow left a fatal head wound and robbery is the police suggested motive. Hyde, age 76, had lived in the city since 1903 and left no surviving wife. He was believed wealthy with a local nephew, Dr. David L. Hyde, and a background in law and schooling at Sibuny Inn.
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Chicago
Nathan &. Hyde
United States
Wisconsin
New York
West Side
Hyde
David L. Hyde
Dr Hyde Wee
Sibuny Inn
Eachool
Armed men on trail of murderers in Hutchinson
In Hutchinson Kansas 600 armed men hunted the slayer of Deputy Sheriff Tom Fowler after a suspected burglary related murder. Two citizen homes were robbed as search efforts expanded with more men joining from surrounding areas. Four men were arrested on suspicion and held for investigation as police say seven men are alleged to be involved.
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Hutchinson
Kan
Tom Fowler
Fowler
Bill Provides Service Pay for Guardsmen
Washington December bill introduces service pay for National Guard members. All enlisted who complete forty eight drills yearly or equivalent duty get 25 percent of regular army pay. Officers below general receive 15 percent. general officers get five percent of regular army pay.
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Warehington
Dec
National Guard
Penrose
Penonsylvania
Lorimer Bribery Charge Dismissed by Senate Subcommittee
The Senate subcommittee investigating Senator William Lorimer's Illinois election ruled unanimously that bribery charges were not proven. The executive session canvassed witnesses and evidence, with a report to the full committee and then to the Senate forthcoming. Members pledged not to disclose proceedings until the full committee acts.
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Morning Journal Special
Washington
Senate
Brobery
William Lorimer
Ilinois
Lorimer
Benators Arrows
Michigan
Purkeley
Connecticut
Gamble
South Dakota
Heyburn
Idaho
Frazier
Tennessee
Paynter
Kentucky
Johnston
Alabama
Chicago
Lorimer Seat Bribery Charge First Revealed in 1910
The first charge that Senator Lorimer bought his U S Senate seat emerged when Charles A White a Springfield labor lobbyist and former streetcar conductor confessed in a Chicago paper on April 30 1910. White named lawmakers Browne Beekemeyer Link and Wilson among those paid for Lorimer votes with at least 1000 dollars. Indictments followed in Cook and Sangamon counties and a long trial history ensued with Browne later reelected. Senate inquiry by Shelby M Cullom led to a full investigation request and the senatorial committee met in Chicago on September 18 to hear bribery charges from the voters league.
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Chicago
Lorimer
United States Senate
Charles A. White
Ilinde
Springfield
Lee
Neil Browne
H. C
J. Beekemeyer
Michael Link
Robert BE. Wilson
Browne
Wayman
Coak County
Beekemeyer
Link Wer
Lurke
Sangamon County
D. W. Holstlaw
John Broderick
Cook
Sangamon
Joe Neil Browne
Criminal Court
Cook County
Illinois
LaSalle County
Shelby M. Cullom
Legislative Voters’ League
Monument to Woman Confederate Captain Sallie Tompkins
In Richmond Virginia a tablet will be unveiled tomorrow honoring Captain Sallie Tompkins the only woman regularly commissioned by the Confederate government She established and directed the citys leading hospital for Confederate soldiers and the tablet marks its site Captain Sallie will attend the unveiling.
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Dee
Sallie Tompkins
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