Four Fights for Senate Seats in Ohio and Pennsylvania
Washington dispatch surveys impending U S Senate contests as several seats face vacancy. With Knox resigning to join Taft cabinet, Pennsylvania contenders emerge alongside Ohio struggles over Foraker. Key states inch toward party battles, while Root appears set for Platt's seat in New York.
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Indiana Senate Fight Nears Climax In State Vote
Contested seat held by Brandegee and Representative Hill tops the agenda as lawmakers aim to settle a tight race. Indiana senatorial contenders include John W. Kern and others like John K. Lamb Benjamin Shiveley and L Ert Slack. Kern leads in pledges but lacks full majority, with no united opposition yet.
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Former Congressman Loud Dies in San Francisco Home
Eugene F Loud born 1847 in Abington Massachusetts died at his son in laws home Captain J J Callandin in San Francisco after long illness He lost his daughter and wife recently and had been an invalid for months After moving to California in 1860 he enlisted at sixteen in the Civil War was wounded at Cedar Creek later entered business and politics serving twelve years in the U S House representing California fifth district
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Transfer allowances ruled illegal by interstate commerce commission
The Interstate Commerce Commission declared transfer allowances for moving sugar from refineries to trains as rebates and unlawful. It urged carriers to conform to the law, noting these payments have long existed between New York and Philadelphia refiners and railroads. A fatal shooting in San Francisco followed the day’s events.
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Western Union Steel Scheme Tolls Steal Uncovered on Pacific
A six month Western Union inquiry reveals an organized theft ring among railroad operators on the Pacific coast. The scheme allegedly involved cash misappropriation totaling over 200000 dollars as operators at joint railroad offices failed to transmit or account for telegraph messages. One arrest has occurred in Ritzville Wash with several operators implicated and trial planned after the new year.
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Anti Foreign Feeling Shocks Canton Market
Reports from Canton warn of a rising anti foreign sentiment sparked by a fatal incident on a steamer. A British destroyer has been sent to Canton while two British ships are recalled from Wuchow and passengers face tight scrutiny. local papers intensify anti foreign agitation.
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Meteor Stuns Boys in St. Joseph Missouri
A mysterious meteor startled local youths in St. Joseph Missouri on December 20 as it appeared to fall in the night sky. Witnesses describe a bright streak and a loud impact-like sound, drawing attention from residents near the area.
Castro in Venezuela Mournful Transfer to Israel Hospital
President Castro of Venezuela was moved to Dr. Israel's hospital in Berlin for a course of treatment and dieting on December 20, signaling a planned medical regimen and relocation for health reasons.
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Meteor flash lights Kansas sky rumors across cities
Several hundred persons reported a bright meteor seen this afternoon between 6 and 6 30. The fireball measured about a street lamp in size with a tail of sparks several feet long. A white streak appeared and a path was visible for about fifteen minutes. Sightings were reported from Wichita and Salina, Kansas, with a sudden outdoor flash attracting attention.
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Dinner honors Lindsie Ruersell at Hotel Astor in New York
Baron Taka hira presided at a dinner given by Japanese Consul General Midzuno and others for Lindsie Ruersell, vice president of the Japanese society. He received a loving cup and the Order of the Rising Sun third degree for his work in strengthening U S Japan relations.
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Average Man Eats Weight in Sugar, U S Production Doubles
Washington reports that the average American consumes half his weight in sugar yearly and the national sugar bill averages a million dollars daily. 1907 total sugar use reached 7.09 billion pounds with per capita consumption of 82.6 pounds.
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Roosevelt HAs Not Yet Throat on Pulitzer Suit
Attorney General Bonaparte spoke tonight on the suit the president urged against Jos Pulitzer of the New York World. He said the matter is under consideration and no definite action line has been agreed upon.
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International Prize Courts Code Talks Raise Naval Laws
England United States and Japan reach accord on prize court provisions at the Hague conference with Britain detailing contraband search rules port visits and seizure conditions. The United States and Japan favor distinctive limits while Germany proposes a draft code guiding capture immunity and asylum for warships under neutral flags.
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General Simon Assumes Presidency in Hayti
General Antion Simon took the oath of office as Haiti's president at the palace at 10 o'clock in the presence of foreign diplomats and Haytien officials. Senators and ministers pledged to uphold the constitution as Simon promised to advance agriculture and commerce and ensure government economies. The ceremony concluded with a Catholic service and a public horseback procession through Port au Prince.
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Eloquent Tribute to William McKinley in New York
A week long McKinley memorial ends at Metropolitan Temple with a service led by Vice President elect Sherman. George Edward Reed of Dickinson College and Henry W. Taft spoke praising McKinley as a model of Christian gentleness and steadfast devotion to God.
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Cabinet slate grows as Taft nears picks for key posts
Washington December cabinet whispers place Frank H Hitchcock as postmaster general and Philander Knox as secretary of state. George W Wickersham eyed for attorney general, with candidates discussed for interior treasury commerce and labor and remaining roles. Looming decisions hinge on Ohio and Missouri representation and who can deliver businesslike leadership.
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Taft Attends Temperance Sermon in Augusta
President elect Taft joined St. Paul’s Episcopal Church services in Augusta Georgia where Rev Dr Whitney and local ministers preached temperance. Whitney criticized Georgia prohibition enforcement but urged obedience to the law. Taft denied cabinet rumors and discussed possible future summer plans on the New England coast resembling Murray Bay Canada.
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