West Point hazing inquiry hears Booz brothers defend honor
Horace Booz and P C Phillips testified at the West Point court of inquiry denying Oscar Booz was cowardly or dull. Cadets described hazing practices as customary but not brutal, with witnesses recounting Breth's fatigue and nervous symptoms.
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West Point
N. Y
Military Court of Inquiry
Horace C. Booz
Buffalo
P. ©. Phillips
East Cleveland
Congress
Oscar
Booz
Bristol
Keller
Coe
Fortimer
Phillips
Academy
Breth
Horace Booz
Bates
Claus
Willis
Pace
North Carolina
Allen CC. Kaye
Minnesota
John A. Pearson
Tennessee
R. C. Booz
Oscar L. Booz
West Point Academy
Mr. Booz
Ourcar
Mills
Bristol Penn
War Department
Military Academy
Colonel Mills
Mr. Boot
Henry A. Meyer
Arkansas
Beor
General Claus
Company Street
Prooke
Meyer
P. O. Phillips
Cleveland
Highland Falls
Boers Held In Check As Kitchener Fights Far Flung Fronts
London dispatches report Lord Kitchener keeping the Boers in check while operations extend across a vast area including a trek westward to Damaraland. DeWet’s capture looms as a potential turning point, and a new Star of Africa knighthood is proposed for South Africa service.
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London
South Africa
Lord Kitchener
Cape Colony
DeWet
Star of Africa
Vreyberg
Damaraland
Demand Colville resignation shocks London
London officials demand Major General Sir Henry Colville resign over yeomanry disaster questions. Colville refuses, heads to England, and plans a court martial as press comment swirls over Western Cape South Africa command decisions and legacy figures like Lord Lansdowne and Lord Wolseley.
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London
War Office
Henry Colville
South Africa
Colville
England
Tie Newe
Indley
Gibraltar
Boers Attack Garrisons in Natal and Utrecht Christmas Day
News from Newcastle Natal dated December 27 reports Boers celebrating Christmas by probing British lines in Standerton and Ingogo district and at Utrecht where a large assault was repulsed. The Boer commander demanded whiskey cigars and luxuries but was ignored and Utrecht was attacked on Christmas morning with only light British casualties.
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Newcastle
Natal
Standerton
Ingogo
Utrecht
Martial law proclaimed in Beaufort West and Carnarvon districts
Cape Town dispatch says martial law has been proclaimed in the districts of Beaufort West and Carnarora as unrest or security concerns escalate in the region.
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Cape Town
Beaufort West
Carnavora
Church or Government In Philippine College Control
The Philippine commission has finished the tariff bill and sent it to Washington for approval. It will be publicly announced Monday. The key issue concerns whether San Jose medical college falls under U S government or church control, with Jesuits and Dominican orders in focus.
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Manila
Philippine Commision
Washington
United States
San Jose Medical College
Resuit
Philippines
San Jose College
University of Santo Tomas
Treaty of Paria
Feneral Otis
Slaughter House Case Voted Sustained by War Secretary
The secretary of war sustains military authorities in Cuba in the so called slaughter house case but preserves the claimants full legal rights for future court action in Cuba. The decision leaves many important legal questions to future litigation and suggests years of court disputes ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Secretary of War
Cuba
Slaughter House
Morgan's Big Coal Trust Comes Under Morgan Control
New York Dec 27 The Times tomorrow reports that the North American company long a leading Wall Street financer has passed into J P Morgan’s control. It will be used to advance the so called coal trust of the street in major coal dealings.
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New York
the Times
North American Company
Wall Street
J. P. Morgan
Coal Trust
Plan to create joint selling agent for coal properties
The acquisition of the Pennsylvania Coal Company starts a plan to make North American Company the joint selling agent. It will take over and receive the entire output of all coal properties controlled by the trust.
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Pennsylvania Coal Company
Steamship Agents Lose Commissions Across Lines
The continental conference of steam ship lines has ordered a halt to agent commissions and forbids inducements to buyers. The rules bar commissions on introductions, require tickets at tariff rates, limit office sales, and mandate strict adherence with affidavits to report violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Continental Conference of Steamship Lines
Aken
Butte
Standard
Hansa
Union Lines
Lloyd
Red Star Line
Europe
Equitable Understanding and Work Continuation Statement
A formal pledge vows to seek and submit means to continue work with the United States. It states no further details can be shared at this time and emphasizes a cooperative path forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Sailors Rescued Aboard Garonne After Theresa Maria Sinking
The US transport Garonne rescued 13 shipwrecked sailors from the Theresa Maria in Philippine waters in mid November. The schooner, en route from Santa Cruz to Manila with rye and sugar, capsized after a squall on Nov 4 leaving crew adrift for days without food or drink. Adam Hunter, long-time superintendent of the Garonne’s ice plant and a Scottish native, died of fever and was buried at sea before Manila arrival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Wash
United States
Garonne
Philippine
Vigna
Third Cavalry
Catalino
Manila
Adam Hunter
Hunter
Scotland
Scranton Car Men Strike Breaks Into Street Turmoil
In Scranton Pa December 27 a street car strike erupts as new superintendent William Patterson is attacked by a crowd. Strikers block his car and haul it to a saloon while police and other workers restore order. Cars are moved with limited service as imported workers face resistance.
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Scranton
William Patterson
Scranton Railways Company
Patterson
Edward
Joseph Henley
Prciits
New York
Philadelphia
Williamsport
Sudbury
Binghamton
St. Louis
English Syndicate Purchases Vananda Mines on Texada Island
Vancouver dated December 27 reports the Vananda mines on Texada island British Columbia owned by New York and Seattle capitalists sold to an English syndicate led by Joan Lowles ex-member of parliament for 85 percent of the stock. Purchasers pay 150000 dollars and will take over February 1. The Vananda group comprises two claims.
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Vancouver
B. C
Vananda
Texada Island
British Columbia
New York
Seattle
Joan Lowles
Woman Sandbagged and Robbed on G Street in Tacoma
Mrs. Hannah Macmanan of Roy was attacked on G Street and robbed of $12. She was left unconscious for about an hour before a passing man heard her baby's cries and found her.
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Tacoma
Wash
Hannah Macmanan
Roy
G Street
Violet spot disease threatens $1 million violet trade
A Washington Star summary notes a U S department bulletin on violet spot disease, its impact on violet cultivation, and the lack of an effective cure. The disease attacks plants at all stages, appears as greenish yellow spots with dark margins, and control hinges on preventing infection through healthy vigorous growth.
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Washington Star
United States
Agricultural Department
P. H. Dorsett
United States Department of Agriculture
Doubtful riches and pockets tempt a weary worker
From the Indianapolis Press a humorous tale hints at class tension as the speaker jokes that the rich have troubles while recounting a simple mishap about swapping items between pockets, reflecting everyday struggles with thrift and labor.
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Indianapolis
Daweon
Fiji Chief and Missionary Dinner Request
In Harlem Life a Fiji chief asks the Boston missionary if he has any request before the ceremony and the missionary replies asking to add a few beans to the pot. This exchange highlights cultural ceremony and hospitality dynamics.
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Harlem Life
Fiji
Boston
Interesting book praised by two Philadelphians
Two Philadelphians discuss a new book and recommend it highly. One notes spending nearly all day reading it, while the other expresses eagerness to endorse the work.
Promises a Sensation in Savannah Murder Inquest
In Joseph Missouri on December 27 the prosecuting attorney hopes to reveal key details in the sensational murder of Frank Richardson a Savannah merchant. He suspects a prominent Savannah resident may be involved as Mrs Richardson testifies and Stewart Fife places himself at another location the night of the crime. The victim's funeral was held today.
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Joseph
Frank Richardson
Savannah
Receiver Appointed for White Pigeon Bank
The First National Bank of White Pigeon Michigan was closed by order of the currency comptroller after the board requested control. J W Seldon the bank examiner was named receiver following the directors resolution. The Sept 26 1900 examination showed assets 116 023 dollars and liabilities 165 023 dollars.
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Washington
First National Bank of
White Pigeon
Mich
National Bank Examiner
J. W. Seldon
Examiner Seldon
Quiet highwayman robs stage near Hot Springs Junction
A lone robber halted the Hot Springs stage near Hot Springs Junction last night and took about $50 from the private express box. Rumor says a gold dust consignment from a nearby mine may be among the loot. The bandit rode away quietly, and a posse from Hot Springs Junction pursues him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoenix
Ariz
Hot Springs
Hot Springs Junction
Panama Canal Projects Update From Annual Meeting
At the Paris meeting of the new Panama Canal company the board adopted a report on the U S commissioners' findings. The president is negotiating in Washington and the directors say negotiations will continue until a workable agreement is reached.
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Paris
New Panama Canal Company
United States Commissioners
Washington
Protests Over Pillaging by Foreign Troops in China
In Paris the chamber of deputies hears Marcel Sembat protest alleged cruelties and systematic pillage by European troops in China and accuses missionaries of participation. Minister DeLanessan says inquiries ordered and promises punishment, notes French troops less barbarous than others, and that Frey’s articles will be returned to China.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Chamber of Deputies
Marcel Sembat
Seine
China
Marine
M. DeLanes- San
Geological Society of America Opens Sessions in Albany
Geologists gathered in Albany as the Geological Society of America opens its three day sessions. G M Dawson director of the Canadian geological survey and society president delivered the opening address before several scientific papers were presented.
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Albany N. Y
Geological Society of America
G. M. Dawson
Geological Survey of Canada
Society
Stops the Cough and Cures Cold in One Day
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claim quick relief from cold symptoms with a one day cure. Ad touts 25 cent price and a no cure no pay offer.
Vessels Report Storm Damage Off Northern Coast
Two ships arriving today describe storm effects along the northern coast. The bark Fresno from Port Gamble lost four lower topgallant yards in a heavy southeaster. The schooner Charles J. Falk reports loss of part of its deck load during the gale.
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San Francisco
Fresno
Port Gamble
Charles J. Falk
Tacoma & Columbia River Railroad Sold to Stetson Trust
Stuart Rice, receiver, transferred the Tacoma and Columbia River railroad to the Stetson Trust company by court order. The sale price was $17,000. Plans call for extending the line from Lake Park to the Columbia River near The Dalles.
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Tacoma, Wash
Stuart Rice
Tacoma & Columbia River Railroad
Stetson Trust Company
United States
Lake Park
Columbia River
Dalles
Nome military reservations renamed and placed under war department
The president ordered Nome Alaska to become a public reservation under the war department. The earlier east Nome river mouth reservation is renamed Fort Davis military reservation and placed under federal control.
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Washington
Nome
Alaska
War Department
Nome River
Fort Davis
Laws Need Revising Faults in Procedure Outlined
Montana Attorney General Nolan urges next legislature to revise road and school financing laws and to establish clear procedures for supervisory writs and appeals. He cites complex road law, unenforceable school levies, regulation of building and loan associations, and habeas corpus supervision. County attorneys propose payment of witnesses, clearer fee rules, and appeal rights in several contempt and jury contexts.
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Helena
Nolan
Supreme Court
Attorney General
State of
Montana
Fred Whiteside
District Court of the
First Judicial District
State of Montana
Silver Bow
W. J. Johnson
Yellowstone County
Hall
Sweet Grass County
Poindexter
Beaverhead
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