Anniversary of Portsmouth Peace Observed in New Hampshire
In Portsmouth New Hampshire on September 5 a year after the 1905 treaty ending the war between Japan and Russia a tablet was unveiled at 3 47 p m. The day was marked by bells ringing at sunrise noon and sunset and a ceremony at the navy yard where envoys gathered. The tablet’s inscription notes Theodore Roosevelt and the 1905 signing of the Portsmouth treaty with copper alloyed with Japanese and Russian coinage.
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Favorite Son Peace as Bryan Receives Royal Lincoln Welcome
Lincoln residents greet W J Bryan with a large, nonpartisan homecoming. Crowds fill stations streets and a parade atmosphere surrounds his return with dignitaries and a warm reception at the state capitol grounds.
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Los Angeles Carpenters Strike By 2000 Workers
About two thousand union carpenters in Los Angeles went on strike to press for higher wages a closed shop and a Saturday half holiday. Despite the walkout contractors vow to press on with non union help and a few large projects halted but no city wide work stoppage occurred.
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Nevada Republicans Nominate Ticket at State Convention
Tonopah Nevada September 6 The Republican state convention today nominated a ticket including Congressman Deeuor J. Smith of Washoe County for Governor John F P Mitchell of Bern Nevada for Lieutenant Governor George T Mills of Grinsby County for Supreme Judge KOOR Dodge Wishoe County for Secretary of State William Go Dew Blas Blorey Lincoln County for Treasurer Edward Cutts and other county officials.
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Blorey Counts
Edward Cutts
Lincoln County
Peace talks ebb and flow as Cuba conflict pauses
In Havana on September 6 peace hopes rise as government and insurgent leaders pause fighting while informal committees visit camps and towns to seek acceptable terms. Delegates meet in Cienfuegos and Santa Clara with no firm agreement, and officials suspend active operations while negotiations continue.
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Government Pledges Order and Reforms in Official Program
An official communication outlines the government program including court martial for political crimes, stiffer penalties for revolutionary propaganda, and abolition of Jew restrictions. It promises provincial autonomy, new taxes, police reforms, and introduces Zemstvos in Poland and Baltic provinces. An Octoberists meeting may lead to dissolution or merger with peaceful regenerationists.
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Shooting Affray in the Feud District Reported
A feud district shooting left one dead and several injured including Minetge, Phoikett, Buck, Huddleston, Beatty, Clark, Reagan, and Gillentine. The attackers named as Poscoe Reagan and J M Gillentine were not arrested. The incident described as a mistake with the attacked party mistaken for others. Also notes a Japanese warship not departing for Honolulu on September 16, expected to make a long visit.
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California Delegate Pleads Gates Closed to Foreigners
A California delegate at the Irrigation Congress urges strict limits on immigration, arguing for closing gates to hordes of foreigners to protect local resources and labor markets. The statement reflects anti immigrant sentiment in the era.
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Governor Chamberlain Nominated for Irrigation Congress Presidency
Utah and Idaho prize winners highlighted at Boise session as Governor Chamberlain of Oregon is recommended for president. Utah wins grand prize for fruit. Idaho takes top grain and grasses display. Officers proposed include Vice President John Henry Smith and Third Vice President George W Barstow.
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Montana
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Salt Lake
Balloon Explodes Killing Aeronaut and Injuring Others
A Wichita Kansas report describes a balloon explosion during ascent preparations. Jack Leroy was fatally burned while fleeing the fire, tearing clothes from spectators as onlookers tried to help. The incident recalls a previous balloon worker Lapel and Napier cases in Wichita. The second item notes American Smelting and Refining Co earnings for the year, totaling 16,161,535 with substantial distributions and a year-end surplus of 2,924,635.
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American Smelting and Refining Company
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Need of a Big Man for New York Governor
Sagamore Hill hosted a political briefing with President Roosevelt and Rep. Lucius N. Littauer, Postmaster General Cortelyou, and Lyman H. Bass. Littauer said the governor candidate must be strong enough to ignore bossism and unite all Republican votes.
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Bank Cashier in California Case Tells Big Swag Tale
B B Adams former assistant cashier at Citizen's National Bank arrested on a complaint by bondsmen after confessing to a shortage of 48000 dollars while employed at the bank. He now serves as manager for Quinn Sharpe Drug Company in Memphis and was taken to Jackson on the charge. Adams failed to post the required 5000 dollar bond.
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Train California Limited Wreck Near Gallup No Injuries Reported
Special to the Morning Journal reports that California Limited No. 4 eastbound derailed near Gallup New Mexico. No one was seriously injured and all trainmen escaped. traffic blocked for hours while track is cleared. No. 7 delayed due to a Colorado division freight wreck.
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Vim wins Roosevelt cup race amid strong winds
Marblehead racing reports three American boats leading the Roosevelt cup challenge as Vim, designed by William Gardiner and skippered by Ch ford Buckman, finishes first with Caramba 22 seconds back and Auk third, after a previous drift in the initial leg.
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Saints Church at Hultove Despoiled by Robbers
In Moscow on September 4 a church at Hultove was completely looted by thieves who carried off the altar and other sacred items. No arrests reported.
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Pardee Leads In Governor Race At California Convention
Santa Cruz September reports the California reform party convention adjourning after appointing committees. J W McKinley of Los Angeles selected chairman by acclamation. The gubernatorial nomination draws interest with candidates Governor George Pardee Congressman J N Gillette J J Mayes and Warren Porter among the contenders.
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Swiss Crusade Against Motorists Rages in Switzerland
Geneva reports a continuing movement against motorists despite warnings from the Swiss Automobile club and hotel owners. Tourists face danger on roads outside cities with stones and boulders aimed at wrecking vehicles. An English American party on the Lucerne to Interlaken route was stoned. glass shattered. A New York man, H i Evans, crossed the Hamn Pass at six miles an hour and faced a $10 fine on arrival at Ramen for alleged speed.
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Jointurists Fight for Statehood in Arizona Conventions
A Bisbee, Arizona dispatch says local leaders split on joint statehood as Republicans and Democrats rally at Copper Queen hotel amid pressure from corporate interests. A core group led by Ainsworth and Bird advocates joint statehood despite opposition from professionals and bosses.
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