Darien Isthmus Scheme Prompts Cautious Senate Hope
Washington observers report a split in Congress over canal plans as the Panama project faces renewed scrutiny. Some favor the Darien route or Nicaragua, citing costs, title to lands, and potential commissions, while others warn the Panama scheme remains preferred despite questions.
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Peculiar Accident Derailed Great Northern Train Near Hinsdale
Special Dispatch to the Standard House reports a Great Northern freight train derailment near Hinsdale on January 48 at 3 pm. The crash involved 17 cars piling across the main line, blocking the track, with a preceding freight car derailment three miles west. The second train struck the spot, derailing further cars, though the rear remained on the rails. No injuries were reported.
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Admiral Lewis N Kimberly dies after long naval career
Secretary Long received a telegram reporting the death of Admiral Lewis N Kimberly U S N retired at West Newton Massachusetts this morning from heart disease He served long in the United States Navy and was born in New York entering service in 1846 He was selected for the Schley court of inquiry but declined due to ill health
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Observances Planned for McKinley Memorial Day
Special dispatch from Helena reports an observance to honor the life of President McKinley. Citizens may contribute to the National McKinley Memorial Association fund for a marble monument, with birthday boxes placed in school hallways for donations. Governor Toole released a letter praising McKinley’s integrity and leadership, urging observances across Montana and beyond.
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McKinley Birthday Observances Across Ohio and Nation
Towns mark President McKinley birthday with public closure and school programs. In Niles Ohio officials suspend business and close public offices banks and stores as students hold exercises. Canton plans half mast flags and floral tributes for Melkner memorials. Los Angeles notes memorials and military observances in January.
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Loyal Legion to Honor McKinley Birthday Banquet
The Loyal Legion arranged a banquet at the Angelus tomorrow night to commemorate the late President McKinley. Members of the order and other prominent guests will attend from various parts of the state.
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Commission report chaired by former Lt Governor Alex C Bothin
A report issued under the Commission leadership of former Lieutenant Governor Alex C. Bothin of Montana, who serves as chairman. The document outlines findings and recommendations from the commission.
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Montana
Botkin Heads Commission Report on U S Criminal Laws
Ex Lieutenant Governor Alex C. Botkin chairs the commission that revised and codified the criminal and penal laws of the United States. The Government Printing Office has issued and printed the report, which covers only part of the proposed revision.
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Washington
United States to adopt a comprehensive federal penal code
The commiss ion argues that Congress should craft a complete federal criminal code covering all conceivable offenses and omissions. It notes federal jurisdiction to punish crimes in vast and populous areas and calls for a consistent, modern, and sym metrical system with penalties aligned to advancing standards of penology.
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Prisoner Curry Denied Delicacies as Sheriff Fears Escape
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Knoxville Tennessee reports Sheriff Fox ordering that Kyryd Curry receive no more presents from Knoxville women. He is to eat prison fare only, as guards fear messages of escape could be conveyed with gifts. Curry reacts angrily to the decision.
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Senate committee backs Clark bill for Butte public building
The Senate committee on public buildings reported the Clark bill this afternoon for a new Butte public building. They cut the proposed appropriation to 400,090 dollars.
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Senate rages over Philippine policy in stormy session
Washington January 28 Senate chambers swirled with a Philippine dispute that ran nearly three hours with bitter vituperation and personal taunts. Senators Spooner and Tilman clashed while references to Manila dispatches and General Wheaton sparked heated moments as arguments over tariffs and navigation laws intensified. The session ended with admonitions on decorum and a moved resolution directing Philippine inquiries, while passage of the commerce department bill was noted.
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