Probe It to the Core: Ton Leakage Scandal Focus of Inquiry
Officials announce a central investigation into a ton leakage scandal, pledging thorough examination of causes, responsibilities, and potential corrective actions. Legal and regulatory bodies coordinate to determine accountability and prevent future incidents.
New York Cotton Exchange Demands full probe of department corruption
The New York cotton exchange published a letter to President Roosevelt condemning venality in the Department of Agriculture and urging a full investigation to prevent recurrence. Walter C. Hubbard, president, said officials must publish reports above personal favor and punish the guilty, citing past leaks and attempts to obtain advance information. The letter follows prior secretary Wilson and Gage exchanges over information handling dating back to 1900.
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Southern Cotton Association calls for full inquiry into statistical bureau
A letter to President Roosevelt from Atlanta, Virginia, dated May 12 urges a searching investigation into alleged corruption in the U S statistics bureau and decries conduct by speculators. Harley Johnson of the Southern Cotton Association says the charges come after a Cheatham report on the Washington bureau probe.
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Delcasse Advocates British France Naval Pact
Delcasse in a Gaulois interview urges policy based on material interests and argues British cooperation would deter Germany. He warns naval balance, sea power, and an Anglo French understanding could secure peace and avert war. Roosevelt and Morocco issues are noted alongside conference opposition. Ohio Bar holds annual session with Judge Grosscup keynote.
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Man On Trial For Passing Counterfeit Money In Montana
Helena July 12 Charles Smith on trial in United States court for passing counterfeit five gold coins. He testifies he is not guilty and blames gamblers, recounting winnings and gambling in Missoula Butte Coeur dAlene trips. Government witnesses identify him. coins offered in evidence. He presents his own defense detailing art supplies and gambling connections. case likely to go to the jury.
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First Meeting of German Foreign Affairs Committee Since 1900
Berlin July 12 The foreign affairs committee of the federal council met for the first time in five years, discussing the Moroccan negotiations with France. Chancellor von Bülow delivered a communication on the matter. An international Moroccan conference is expected to convene in Tangier in October or November.
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Body of Unknown Lumberjack Found Near Monroe Bridge
The body of an unidentified man about 43 was found in the river near the Monroe street bridge in Spokane. He was dressed as a lumberjack, pockets empty, with a long scalp wound and a possible skull fracture suggesting murder, though injuries may have occurred on rocks at the falls.
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Detective Calhoun Shot by Desperate Bandits at Cedarville
At Hewins near Cedarville Kansas a Santa Fe detective Cale houn of Kansas City was shot dead by two outlaws Ed Madigan of Ponca City and William Chadburn of Winfield. A posse killed Madigan and fatally wounded Chadburn during a pursuit after the robbers escaped from the Britton hotel crime. Mrs Malone was wounded in the fusillade but not seriously.
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Ponca City
Okla
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Seriou Madigan
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Kansas Penitentiary
Effort to Detain Strike Breakers at Ogden
Ogden Utah July 12 officers of the local Typographical union will make a strong effort to detain strike breakers en route from St Louis to San Francisco. They have consulted an attorney who would not say whether the crowd could be detained on that account. The final action will depend on the attorney's opinion.
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BAKER NAMED U S ATTORNEY FOR DC
President Roosevelt appointed D. W. Baker of Washington to be United States attorney for the District of Columbia. The appointment takes effect when Morgan R. Beach retires on August 3.
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