Governor Toole Won't Repudiate Montana Bonds
Special Dispatch from Helena reports Governor Toole declining to repudiate Montana normal school bonds. He says bondholders should exhaust remedies in federal court before remedial legislation, and notes the state’s finances could handle interest if bondholders pursue U.S. Supreme Court review.
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Merger forms amid large scale railroad consolidation
Spokane March 1 The Inland Empire Railway Co announces a merger of Coeur d Alene Spokane Spokane mapans and Spokane Tra with New York and San Francisco interests. Shareholders and others indicate broad support for the consolidation, signaling a beginning rather than weakening of the size effort.
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Graves of Confederates in North to Be Marked
Washington March 1 The House passed the appropriation bill providing for marking the graves of Confederate dead in the North. The measure received unanimous support in the military committee and passed the House amid bipartisan applause.
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Anthracite Operators to Meet Next Week
New York March 1 a subcommittee of seven anthracite coal operators, to confer with a miners committee on the coal situation, will meet in the city early next week to consider the miners demands. The date was not disclosed.
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Salary increases proposed for federal officials in 1909
Washington reports Senator Hager filed a bill to adjust general government salaries effective March 1909. It sets pay for the president at 75000 dollars, the vice president at 15000, the speaker of the house at 12000, and raises for other members of the Senate and House.
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Funeral of former Speaker Henderson of Iowa
In Dubuque Iowa on March 1 the funeral of former Speaker David B Henderson was held. The service paused business traffic and bells tolled as the body lay in state. A guard of honor from the Dubuque Military Company and a riderless horse accompanied the procession to Linwood Cemetery where Knights Templar and G A R rites were performed. A town committee led by Lieutenant Governor Herriott and the Speaker attended the services.
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Uncle Sam's Circulation Seems to Be All Right
Washington March 1 The monthly circulation statement from the comptroller of the currency shows national bank note circulation at the close of business Feb 20 190 with total circulation $550 80 995 an annual increase of $51 6m 000 The circulation backed by United States bonds stood at £ 8 Si an annual increase of AG The amount of circulation backed by lawful money was $460 23 which I ant crease for the Sear of BOs Amount of bonds on deposit to secure circulating notes was BI SW44 and to secure deponite BEKO
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Dolliver on Rate Bill Digs Into the Question
Wash March 1 The railroad rate question dominated Senate debate as Mr Dolliver defended the Dolliver Hepburn bill, arguing it sought only to maintain current Interstate Commerce Commission powers amid constitutional concerns. The day also covered a bill to settle affairs of the five civilized tribes after termination of their tribal relations.
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Body of Johann Hoch Dug Up and Buried Again
In Chicago on March 1 the body of Johann Hoch, hanged last Friday, was unearthed and reburied at Himwood cemetery. Attorney Res AAacheter attended the auction, and Corday Uevoutcces of Iemwood agreed to intervene, as plans to bury within the grounds continued despite earlier burial.
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Brazil names Dr Alfonzo Moreira Penna president
Rio de Janeiro March 1 report that Dr Alfonzo Moreira Penna, vice president of the Republic, was today elected president replacing the outgoing leader. Penna succeeds in a swift transfer of power reflecting political stability in Brazil.
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Thompson plays host to Sanders County centennial celebration
The town of Thompson hosts a commemorative event honoring Col Wilburn Sanders as Sanders County began its career. The day features a public installation, a banquet, speeches by Helena visitors, and a city ball with music from the University of Montana band.
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Beaten to Death in Smoke Camp Prize Fight Tragedy
A brutal prize fight at the Smoke Camp venue ends in a death, casting a pall over participants and spectators. Investigators probe the scene as authorities confirm the fatality amid the chaotic aftermath.
Fighter Tenny Dies After Ring Collapse At Fight
The fighter identified as Harry Tenny died after a ring collapse following a defeat by Frank Neil. Officials spoke of possible factors including drugging rumors, ref said the referee allowed continuation, and police noted promoters complied with city rules. Authorities continued investigations into the death and surrounding circumstances.
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Longworths Sail for Washington on Mascot Steamer
Havana dispatch reports Nicholas Longworth and Mrs Longworth among Mascot passengers leaving Havana bound for Washington. The couple travels with other travelers as they head toward the U S capital.
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Attack From Ambush Upon Scott Brothers at Death Valley
Walter Scott and his brother were fired upon in Death Valley near Windy Point, Barstow area. One brother suffered a dangerous bullet wound and is in California Hospital Los Angeles. condition serious but believed recoverable. Details limited due to wounded man’s condition.
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Bills Against Bon in Paris Tests Creditor Rights
Paii March 1 an application was made to the civil tribunal of the Seine for permission to levy on the Countess Casteline mansion to claim money advanced to Count de Castellaie. The countess’s lawyers resisted, arguing the gods are her separate properties. The case was sent to a judge in chambers to decide which portions of the Tongnys are in the mansion. The case is viewed as a test affecting many creditors.
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Secretary Taft in Quandary Over Major Gillette’s Case
Washington reports a peculiar army issue surrounding Major Cassius Gillette, States engineer, recently out of the Philadelphia office. The War Department weighs whether his resignation should be accepted under the Civil Service rules, with the President’s decision pending.
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