Revolt at St Petersburg Rages as Emperor Faces Open Rebellion
In St Petersburg onJanuary 22 23 and 28 reports chronicle open revolt led by Father Gopon as thousands clash with troops. Barricades rise across Nevsky Prospect while martial law paralyzes the city. Casualty estimates run high with hundreds killed or wounded and many families torn apart amid looting and bloodshed. The imperial guard tightens control as the crisis threatens the dynasty and Russia’s future.
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Foreign powers watching US Venezuela ties in Europe
Paris reports European chancelleries closely follow US Venezuela relations from Caracas. Powers aim to keep Belgian control of customs at select ports, prevent displacement by Americans, and sustain equal tariff treatment for Europeans and Americans amid a potential commercial disadvantage.
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La Follette for Senator Nomination Sets Wisconsin Tone
Madison January 21 A Republican caucus is called Monday night to nominate a candidate to succeed United States Senator Quarles. Forty six of forty eight Le Hollette administration supporters pledge to vote in the caucus and oppose adjournment without a nomination likely ensuring Governor La Follette's election. May Pump Out Harbor Port Arthur In Tokyo plans propose damming Port Arthur harbor entrance and pumping out water to salvage Russian war vessels. A naval officer notes high cost but harbor shallowness and ship count may make it economical.
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Shaw deposition claims fraud sheets aided by detective pay
In Puebla Colo on January 19 Mrs Blanche Shaw testifies in a district court hearing on election frauds that she helped Chief of Detectives B E H Wilson prepare dozens of fraudulent registration sheets and received payment for the work She had been in custody since the grand jury began its investigation and the deposition was taken to secure her freedom.
Trouble in Sight With Venezuela
United States rejects Castro's proposal for permanent arbitration on asphalt claims and U S intervention rights. Caracas signals possible immediate reply and strained relations with Venezuela, while U S diplomacy seeks to exhaust all options before any compulsory action. Additionally a Colorado legislative committee conducts the gubernatorial contest inquiry into Peabody Adams race with party shift notes.
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Big Iowa Bank Merger Consolidates 26 Banks
A Sioux City based bank merger aims to unite twenty six Iowa banks under one management led by A T Bennett of City National Bank. Bennett, also heading banks in Manilla and Brongsen, recently purchased substantial Farmers Loan and Trust Co. stock as the third major purchase in a week. The plan would create a single governing body for national, state, and private banks across the state.
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England with Russian People Herald Opened Chapter in European History
London reports capture of Russia crisis amid revolt suppression and new mass agitation. Editorials in London papers term Blagoveshchensk massacre a turning point and call autocracy obsolete. Dispatches cite large crowds, heavy casualties near Moscow and St. Petersburg, with workers vowing to target private property and a government minister preparing to meet a workers’ delegation.
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Gopons Narrow Escape At Narva Gate In Bolden Procession
Dramatic scene at the Narva gate as Father Gopon leads a Bolden vestments procession of eight thousand workers toward the blockade by troops. After blank shots failed to stop them, a volley with bullets wounded many, and Cossacks pursued the retreating workers. One clergyman by his side was wounded but escaped. At Rotiloff works the crowd faced fire and threw themselves prone as troops fired. Approximately 100 were dead or wounded while Gopon appeared spared.
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Hepburn Bill Reforms Interstate Commerce Powers
Representative Hepburn introduced a bill to amend the interstate commerce act creating a new Interstate Commerce Commission and a Court of Commerce. The measure outlines rate rules, bonds, joint rates, appeals to the Supreme Court, penalties, and ten year terms for commissioners with detailed procedural provisions.
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Lobbyists Banished From Capitol After Thirty Hour Rule
Jefferson City menacing crackdown on lobbyists with new rules forcing arrival notice at the governor’s office and a thirty hour stay limit. Reporters must be briefed similarly to the governor, as lawmakers abandon free passes and rail perks for paid fares. Other items note a condemned steamship Lethington by a Japanese prize court, Wisconsin urging Congress to strengthen the ICC, and Russian reprisals claimed in Shanghai.
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Cure Alleged for Scalp Disease by Cuticura
A patient reports fifteen years of scabs and sores on the scalp fading after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. Within one week a complete cure is claimed after three days of treatment, with a testimonial from H B Franklin of Allegheny, Pennsylvania. A brief ad for Lewis' cigars follows alongside a remark on political satire about Congress.
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Uptown Teacher Receives Odd Homework Complaint
A parent writes to request safer at home tasks for their son, recounting a puzzling assignment about measuring alcoholic bottles and volumes. The note reveals confusion over quantities and ends with a plea to use water next time as the parent cannot afford more supplies.
Dodd's Kidney Pills Said To Cure Bright's Disease
Estherville Iowa Jan 23 Special George J Barber a longtime kidney patient declares Dodd's Kidney Pills cured his Bright's Disease after fifteen years of illness He reports two boxes fixed him and praises the remedy as the best in the world The statement implies a nationwide claim of cure for Bright's Disease based on one case, highlighting the drug's perceived effectiveness.
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