Killing at Orr: Dudley Swingley Shoots Brother While Cleaning Guns
Great Falls dispatch reports nineteen year old Dudley Swingley shot and killed 15 year old Frank Swingley at their Orr home while the boys cleaned their shotguns for a hunting trip. The gun discharged unintentionally and the death was instantaneous. The event occurred as their mother and father were nearby, with a county coroner and local officials heading to Cascade for arrangements.
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The
Standard
Great Falls
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Dudley
G. H. Swingler
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Swingley
Charles T. Sweeney
County Corner
Cascade
Tomorow
Northwestern Governors May Meet Over Railroad Merger
St Paul dispatch reports Governor Van Sant may convene a conference of northwestern governors in Montana to discuss the proposed merger of Northern Pacific, Great Northern and Burlington systems. Attorneys general prepare actions, with possible early moves against consolidation. Governor receives assurances of cooperation from Washington officials.
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Great Northern
Burlington Systems
St. Paul
van Sant
Montara
Burlington
Gove Tnors
Douglas Las
Ules Tee
Attorneneral Douglass Sr
Clines
Guy Jobns
Washwanton
Minnesota
Roger
Defense argues hypothetical questions in Ayres wound case
In the Bonine trial today the defense pressed a lengthy argument over whether an expert witness may be asked questions about the wounds of Ayres. The court asked the jury to retire during the discussion as counsel for the defense seeks to show through Dr W W P Carr that the government assertion of a long range wound is untenable. A decision is expected Monday.
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Washington
Ayres
W.W. P. Carr
Progress Is Being Made By Presbyterian Assembly Committee
Washington reports two revision committee sessions of the general Presbyterian assembly. The panel says progress is slow on major questions such as God and the Trinity revelation creation and the fall of man and final statements may take a week or more. discussions have been harmonious and aim to produce a form true and satisfactory to the church.
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Washington
General Presbyterian Assembly
Committee Begins Consideration Of Creation Doctrine
The committee today began examining the creation issue as it relates to the church’s view of God, the world, and man. This forms one article of a brief doctrinal statement, with another article on divine purpose adopted but pending final ratification. The doctrinal discussion will take several days.
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Church
Episcopal Mission Conference Calls For More Funds And Youth
Rochester dispatch reports the Episcopal mission conference urges a bold push for Latin American missions and more funds for hospitals, schools, and native helpers. It cites a need for young men, lay and clergy reform, and renewed baptism of the holy spirit to spur sustained missionary zeal.
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Rochester
N. Y
Episcopal Mssionary
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Peter T. Howe
AL Sal Lo
2- Ted Press
Alaska
Cape Nome
Circle City
Skagway
Planiva
Railroad and warehouse commission cancels Washington conference
The Minnesota railroad and warehouse commission held an executive session and sent a letter to the Interstate Commerce Commission canceling next Tuesday’s planned conference in Washington. It cites inability to secure attendance of Attorney General Douglass, but the real cause appears to be Governor Van Sant’s refusal to continue what he calls a wild goose chase.
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St. Paul, Minn
Railroad and Warehouse Commission
Wnterstate Commerce Commission
Fetcer
Wasingtop
Intestate Commerce Commission
Gridiron Club Dinner in Washington Hints at Public Life
The Gridiron Club dinner in Washington drew about 150 guests at the Arlington hotel. The evening featured a New Alice in Wonderland menu and skits lampooning events in President Roosevelt’s life, including a coronation delegate sketch. Notable speakers included Postmaster General Smith, Senators Allison and Mitchell, the Chinese minister, former Senator Carter, and ex-Governor Francis.
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Arlington Hotel
Roosevelt
London
Smith
Allison
Mitchell
Carter
Francis
No Chance for Any Kick In Hague Parliament
The Hague debate centered on British seizure of the Dutch Red Cross unit near Pretoria and staff imprisonment in Ceylon. Foreign Minister Melva van Lyden argued the Geneva convention covers belligerent ambulances, not all staff, and noted parole release was urged but Britain may wait until war’s end.
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Red Cross
Pretoria
Ceylon
Melva van Lyden
Great Britain
Outsiders Attack White Pass Tariff, Not Shippers
Seattle officials report rumors of a large lawsuit against the White Pass and Yukon railway by former shippers. They deny exorbitant rates and say tariffs are being reduced yearly. Company leaders travel to Ottawa to seek tariff approval while outsiders, not shippers, lead the agitation.
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Seattle
Wash
White Pass
Yukon
Ottawa
PoBper Mass Demonstration Promised In Chicago Auditorium
Preparations are under way for a large mass demonstration to be held tomorrow night in the Auditorium great hall. The event aims to rally support for the South Africans and their struggle against England with W. Bourke Cochran as principal orator. The meeting seeks to revive American interest in the South African cause.
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Chicago
McKinley Memorial Group Debates Donation Plan
The McKinley National Memorial Association board led by Judge William R. Day met in Canton to decide how to use subscriptions. Officials including Senator Hanna and Govs Dole Hunt pressed for funds to build a Canton memorial where McKinley lies, while Washington memorial plans were debated and the trustees adopted a Canton focused resolution.
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Stanford Dole
McKinley
Governor Hunt
Porto Rico
Alaska
Idaho
Wiliam McKinley National Memorial Arch Association
Washington
McKinley National Memorial Association
Canton
William McKinley
Congress
Judge Day
Hanna
MacKimley
National Capital
Memorial Arch Association
Conspiracy Charge Warrants Issued Against Allis-Chalmers Leaders
Justice Prindivilte issues warrants for W. J. Chalmers and Henry Preston of Allis-Chalmers on conspiracy charges. The Machinists' union alleges they brought workers into the state and hid an ongoing strike, violating an Illinois statute.
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Chicago
Lynching of Poydras at Lake Charles
Saul Poydras, accused of wounding Chief Deputy Sheriff Richard and his wife, was arrested near Walsh and brought to Lake Charles. A mob overpowered guards, hanged him to an electric light pole near the courthouse about 2 am, after he was to be jailed in parish custody.
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Lake Charles
Saul Poydras
Richard
Walsh
Poydras
Conference on Philippine Legislation Shapes Tariff Bill
Washington reports a War Department conference on Philippine fiscal needs after insular court decisions. Secretary Root, Lodge, Platt, Payne, and Dalzell attended as Spooner discussed legislative necessities. Republicans consider a reciprocity clause to ease tariffs, shaping a forthcoming Philippine tariff bill with possible sugar and textile concessions.
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Philippines
Supreme Court
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Lodge
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Payne
Dalzell
Spooner
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Ways and Means Committee
Senate
House
Cuba
United States
Grant
McKinley
Stranger commits self decapitation near Winfield Kansas
A man found dead in Wilmot, northeast of Winfield, Kansas, is believed to have caused his death by lying his head on a Frisco track. He left a card bearing the name Edward R. McCoy. No motive is given and the man is described as a stranger to the area.
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Edward R. McCoy
Wilmot
Max O'Rell Reported Out of Danger
Paul Blauet known as Max O'Rell, the French author, was ill in New York but tonight officials report he has greatly improved and is believed to be out of danger.
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New York
Paul Blauet
Max O'Rell
Robber Captured in Stirling Station Bank Job Tale
Great Falls reports John Larsen, the man who held up Stirling agent Alex Munroe, was captured near Lethbridge about 15 hours after the crime. Larsen faced highway robbery charges, to be tried in January as officers pursued the suspect by special train. Munroe opened the door to a six shooter, the robber forced entry, unlocked the safe, taking about $100 before disappearing into the night.
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Standard
Great Falls
John Larsen
Alex Munroe
Stirling
Captain Dean
Lethbridge
Larson
Dean
Supreme Court
Munroe
Great Falls Briefs From December News Developments
Great Falls reporters relay a mix of local and regional notes. Consular agent George N. Tsolomiti and companions returned from Tiger Butte hunting, noting plenty of birds and one deer. The Rocky Mountain Bell Telephone Co faces a tax sale dispute over a 10,000 franchise assessment. U S army recruiting station closes with five acceptances and nine rejections. Divorce actions include Florence Fisher vs Joseph Fisher for desertion and Johanna Blix vs Anders Blix with alimony and attorney fees ordered. New marriage licenses issued to Lute P. Chase and Lillian Bell Body, George A. Cheliquist and Amandéa Johnson. County commissioners discuss road troubles.
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Standard
Great Falls
George N. Tsalomiti
Greece
Butte
Ben Constantine
Albert Mutz
Kalispell
John Johnston
Tiger Butte
Tsolomiti
Rocky Mountain Bell Telephone Company
United States Army
Tom Hughes
Peter L. Hanson
August Robinson
C. W. Kellison
Peter Nelson
Fort Harrison
Florence Fisher
Joseph Fisher
Johanna Blix
Anders Bix
Lute P. Chase
Lillian Bell
George A. Cheliquist
Sand Coulee
Amandéa Johnson
Board of County Commissioners
How Times Have Changed
London December 7 A witty saying circulated that today most peeresses are actresses or Americans while old aristocracy enter trade. The notable recruit is the Duke of Cambridge's daughter-in-law Mrs George FitzGeorge whose husband serves as a colonel. She will soon open a hygienic grand fair.
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London
Lomion
Duke of Cambridge
George Fitzgeorge
Must Keep Out of Politics Order Affects Denver Officials
Denver December 7 The Post reports that President Roosevelt has ordered all federal office holders in the state to resign from any political organization positions they hold.
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Roosevelt
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