Presbyterians Open Discussion on Revision of Faith
The Presbyterian General Assembly at Philadelphia did not discuss the revision report today. Tomorrow and Friday are set for debate on proposed changes to the confession of faith with a plan to form a revision committee and draft a concise summary of the reformed faith to accompany amendments to several chapters.
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Philadelphia
Presbyterian General Assembly
Twentieth Century Fund Committee
W. H. Roberts
Christ Jesus
Presbyterian Church of England
William McKibbon
E. W. C. Humphrey
Benjamin Harrison
Cumberland Assembly Debates Unseating Woman Elder at West Point
At West Point Mississippi May 18 the Cumberland Presbyterian general assembly discussed Dr. Steele's push to unseat Miss Woolsey a ruling elder commissioner from Litchfield Kentucky arguing the constitution bars women from elder roles A constitutional amendment to address the case will go to presbyteries with a likely church ruling against ordaining women in ministry and eldership. final vote not reported.
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West Point
Miss
Cumberland Presbyterian General Assembly
Steele
Birmingham
Ala
Woolsey
Litchfield
Magnificent Wanamaker Country House Destroyed by Fire
The Wanamaker Meadow Brook residence in Philadelphia was struck by lightning and burned down. Estimates put the loss at about 500000 pounds with art treasures, including a 43000 Van Dyke painting, totally destroyed. A caretaker, child, and a servant escaped unharmed.
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Philadelphia
Thomas B. Wanamaker
Meadow Brook
van Dyke
Charles I
Wanamaker
Modern School of Art
Slander suit dropped in Helena out of court
The damage suit of Thomas McGrath of Butte against Richard Lackey of Helena for 45000 dollars was settled out of court and will not go to trial. It is believed Lackey paid McGrath 500 dollars to drop the case. McGrath owned buildings in Butte destroyed by fire last summer insured by companies represented by Lackey, who made statements about the fire origin that prompted the slander suit.
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Standard
Helena
Thomas McGrath
Butte
Richard Lackey
McGrath
Lockey
Mrs. Lillian Fuller Dies in Wallace Idaho
Wallace Idaho reports the death of Mrs. Lillian Lippincott Fuller widow of Captain Fuller ex mayor of Helena and former internal revenue collector for Montana Utah Idaho. She was born in Minneapolis daughter of Edward Lippincott and married Captain Fuller in Deer Lodge in 1871. Burial to be held Monday with services at the grave after the Westbound train arrives.
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Fuller
Wallace
Idaho
Standard
Helena
Lillian L. Fuller
Captain Fuller
Internal Revenue
Montana
Utah
Minneapolis
Edward Lippincott
Puller
Deer Lodge
Eclipse sighted in Mauritius at Royal Alfred observatory
In Port Louis on May 18 the total solar eclipse was well observed at the Royal Alfred observatory with 22 observers. Fifty-two corona photos were taken along with 41 images of the moon’s diameter and 18 spectrum pictures. corona appeared weaker and more diffuse than last May.
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Port Louis
Mauritius
Royal Alfred Observatory
Value Eclipse Expedition Reports Partial Sky Coverage
A cablegram from Padang Sumatra by Prof C D Perrine of the Crocker expedition at Lick Observatory says the sky was partly clouded during the eclipse and while the program was hindered, hopeful results were secured. Corona form matched 1898 and 1900 patterns with prominent equatorial extensions, sky darker than last year but not as dark as hoped. Further results will follow after plates are developed and health of all members is good.
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San Francisco
Padang
Sumatra
C. D. Perrine
Crocker
Lick Observatory
To Form a Diocese in Olympia Jurisdiction
Bishop Wells calls a special convocation of clergy and lay delegates in Tacoma on May 21 to decide if it is best to form a diocese now. If the convocation favors the move, new measures will be taken to accomplish that end.
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Tacoma
Wells
Olympia
Germany's keen rival sparks canal bill clash and anti Jewish frontier policy
Berlin reports say Reichstag and Diet rejected the canal bill amid senior conservatives clashing with the emperor over pro British stance. Russia tightens anti Jewish frontier measures fueling socialist and nihilist fears while Berlin papers deny Dresdener Nachrichten controlling Paris Figaro via foreign clients.
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Berlin
United States
Germany
Great Britain
Wezer Zeitung
Bremen
Russia
Berliner Tageblatt
Dresdener Nachrichten
Paris Figaro
Settlement Reached Over Northern Pacific Control
Chicago May 18 The Record Herald reports that arrangements for control of the Northern Pacific have been made with J P Morgan set to approve details. Morgan Hill and Harriman Union Pacific interests will share board representation, with at least two seats for Harriman. Burlington officials will halt planned western extensions.
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Northern Pacific
Chicago
Record-Herald To-Morrow
J. P. Morgan
Europe
John J. Mitchell
Morgan- Hill
Harriman
Union Pacific
The
Burlington
Princeton Defeats Columbia In Dual Track Meet
Princeton swept Columbia at Columbia Oval winning 644 to 29 1/2 in the annual dual track and field games. Dewitt of Princeton set a hammer throw 156 feet 6 inches surpassing the intercollegiate mark but behind the collegiate record. California’s Plaw holds that record and may not compete in the upcoming intercollegiate events.
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New York
Princeton
Columbia
Columbia Oval
Tigers
Dewitt
Plaw
California
Independence Yacht Launch At Atlantic Works
The yacht Independence slipped down the ways at the Atlantic works in Boston on May 18 at 11 05 p.m. after christening by Miss Gladys Lawson and the champagne bottle break. Tugboats whistled at the slip end and Mrs Lawson's yacht Dreamer glowed with colored lights as Independence moved afloat.
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Independence
Boston
Gladys Lawson
Atlantic Works
Thousands of machinists to work under new scale in New York
At machinists headquarters it is stated that of 12 409 machinists in Greater New York shops about 8 000 will return to work Monday under the new pay scale. At least 4 000 workers in shops that refused union demands will be idle until the dispute with employers is resolved.
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New York
Cattleman Edward Otto Shot Dead by Pollock Saloon Keeper
Edward Otto a well known cattleman was shot and killed last night by William Dunkard saloon keeper of Pollock Idaho county Grangeville sage reports the clash arose over Dunkard paying attention to Otto's wife and Dunkard claimed self defense after resisting Otto's assault.
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Lewiston
Idaho
the Tribune
Grangeville Sage
Edward Otto
William Dunkard
Pollock
Idaho County
Otto
Dunkard
Priest Fled Guadalajara Crosses Into United States
Has come to America as reported in City of Mexico. Father Amado, the runaway priest from Guadalajara, with $100,000 belonging to religious societies, and a young woman from a prominent family, has crossed the frontier into the United States. He has grown a beard.
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City of
Mexico
Mex
Father Amado
Guadalajara
United States
Money Quiet in London as Discounts Ease
Money markets in London were quiet today with translates of demand scarce and discounts easier to obtain. Trading activity faltered with uncertainty and limited gilt yields guiding the session.
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London
Stock Market Finds Cheer as Settlement Relief Hope Grows
Exchange operators observed a holiday on Monday with markets buoyed by anticipated relief from settlement pressures. Optimism rose as relief seemed within reach despite heavy bank repayments.
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Stock Exchange
Parade Honors Czar as German Emperor Confirms Allied Leadership
Metz May 18 The army corps parade honors the czar of Russia before the German emperor and empress and the Russian embassy at Berlin. Emperor William praises the czar birthday tradition and notes Field Marshal Count von Waldersee leads allied forces in Pechili. He expresses hope allied nations can soon return home and salutes Emperor Nicholas with a Hoch.
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Metz
Russia
Germany
Berlin
William
Count von Waldersee
Pechili
China
Nicholas
Mrs McKinley Enjoys Comfortable Day in San Francisco
In San Francisco on May 18 Mrs. McKinley had a comfortable day with a slight tonight temperature rise noted in a bulletin from her physicians. Secretary Cortelyou said no further bulletins unless conditions worsen. If improvement continues the president and party will head to Washington mid next week.
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San Francisco
Colorado Springs
Injunction Will Be Dissolved On Monday
New York May 18 Vice Chancellor Pitney signs an order dissolving the temporary injunction against the Amal gamated Copper company in the Boston Montana and Butte Boston cases. He notes the valuations and market factors justify dissolution with costs and possible appeal by Isaac S. Taylor.
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New York
Pitney
King
Butte & Boston
United States
Amalgamated Copper Company
C. H. Venner Company
Isaac 8. Taylor
Greer
Taylor
Jersey City
Goldsborough Torpedo Boat Destroyer Suffers Engine Eccentric Rod Failure
In Seattle on May 18 the torpedo boat destroyer Goldsborough broke its starboard engine eccentric rod during a trial run, reported as defective steel. The ship returned to dock after about ten minutes on course, with another test not planned before Wednesday next.
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Goldsborough
Seattle
Wash
Two miners killed by premature blast at Golden Gate mine
In Sonora California on May 18 Theodore Longatti and J A McLaughlin were instantly killed by a premature explosion at the Golden Gate mine. The men were found dead at the 400 foot level.
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Sonora
Cal
Golden Gate
Theodore Longatti
J. A. McLaughlin
Curley & Johnson to Resume Business Within Week
Washington May 18 The firm Curley & Johnson will resume business within the next week and will pay dollar for dollar on its debts. The assets of the firm total about 500000, mostly collectible accounts, while liabilities are under 200000.
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Washington
Curley & Johnson
Pinchon to Return via Japan and U S
Pekin dispatch says M. Pinchon the French minister to China will embark May 2 for Orange, traveling through Japan and the United States.
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Pinchon
Paris
Pekin
M. Pinchon
China
Orange
Japan
United States
Vardon Defeats Taylor In London Match
Harry Vardon, professional golf champion, beat J. W. Taylor by seven up and six to play in London on May 18.
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London
Harry Vardon
J. W. Taylor
Arbitrate Agreed by Havana Stevedores and Lightermen
Havana May 18. The striking stevedores and lightermen have returned to work and will submit their grievances to arbitration.
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Havana
Launch of Ohio and McKinley visit described in detail
The article recounts the Ohio battleship launch and President McKinley’s arrival and visit. It notes ceremonial tableaux including gifts to McKinley and Miss Helen Deshler, details of the launch event, and extensive specifications of the Ohio’s armor, armament, propulsion, and boiler room design. It highlights the prominent figures and the historic context of California and Ohio seals, and the ironworks origin in San Francisco.
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Irving M. Scott
Helen Deshler
Ohio
California
William McKinley
Mary Barber
Ohio GovernOR Nash Leads Ohio Visitors at San Francisco
Governor Nash of Ohio and his party including Miss Helen Deshler travel with the president's party aboard the SloCum. They tour Risdon Iron Works and Goat Island training school, view naval ships, and receive thanks from the Ohio Society of California with a loving cup presented by W. D. Burdell. The group departs tomorrow by special train for Sacramento and continues to Salt Lake and Denver.
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San Francisco
Nash
Ohio
Helen Deshler
Slocum
Resolute
Congress
Pacific Coast
Dayton
West Virginia
United States
Perkins
California
Ohio Society of California
W. D. Burdell
Columbus
General Gleaves
5. D. Hutsinpiller
George W. Collier
Delaware
Sacramento
Salt Lake
Denver
A Splendid Ship The Ohio Hits The Ways At Cramp Yard
The Ohio, sister to the Maine and Missouri, is under construction at Cramp & Sons. Steel hull, 388 feet LWL, 72 feet 2 12 inches beam, 23 feet 6 inches draft, 12 230 tons displacement, main armament four 12 inch rifles in two turrets, 16 inch guns, turrets electric driven. Secondary armament includes six 5 inch guns and several rapid fire weapons. A submerged torpedo tube is a new feature, two tubes total, placed near the bow. Two military masts with signal yards complete the basic structure. Foremast partially described.
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Ohio
United States Navy
Thornycroft
I. P
Maine
William Cramp & Sons’ Ship and Engine Building Company
Missouri
Newport News Ship Building and Dry Dock Company
Geer Receives Regrets From President McKinley
Governor T. T. Geer of Oregon and his wife called on President McKinley in San Francisco. The president expressed regret over missing a Oregon visit and said he plans to complete his tour to the Northwest during his administration.
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San Francisco
T. T. Geer
Oregon
McKinley
Tomight
Geer
Union
Orient
Washington
Northwest
Ohio Delegation Heads to Portland and San Francisco
The Ohio congressional delegation will depart tomorrow night for Portland Oregon arriving Tuesday morning. They will spend two days in Portland including a Columbia River trip before continuing to San Francisco.
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San Francisco
Ohio
Portland
Ore
Columbia River
Cadet Officer Ralston's Court Martial at West Point
The War Department received the board's report on the May disruption at the military academy following Cadet Officer Ralston being punished by court martial for mess table discipline. His sentence includes close confinement on post and extra duty, with public findings pending. No arrests are confirmed.
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Washington
War Department
Mills
Military Academy
Board of Officers
Ralston
Indians Are Destitute Relief Appeal Issued
Seattle May 18 Special treasury agent E W Clack appeals for relief to destitute Aleutian natives and Alaska residents due to hunting failures and recent epidemics. Supplies and contributions will be distributed by the revenue cutter service.
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Seattle
Wash
E. W. Clack
Treasury
Aleutian Islands
Alaska
Revenue Cutter Service
Government transport Warren brings supplies to Seattle
The vessel formerly the Scandia, now named Warren, arrived from San Francisco with commissary supplies for troops at Fort Flagler, St. Michael and Nome. She is to begin loading stores on Monday and may carry a few soldiers.
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Seattle
Wash
Warren
San Francisco
Fort Flagler
St. Michael
Nome
Shaw Couple Arrives in Chicago After Auto Trip
Mr and Mrs Robert Shaw reach their Ashland avenue home in Chicago after traveling from New York by automobile. They left New York on May 8 at 7 a.m arriving May 18 about 6:45 p.m. The distance covered is reported as over 1100 miles.
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Chicago
New York
Fies
Robert Shaw
Ashland Avenue
Erie Officials Deny Morgan Purchase Aimed at Erie Railroad
In Erie Pennsylvania on May 18 officials and close associates of Mr Hill deny that J Pierpont Morgan bought the Leyland line of steamers to aid the Erie railroad. They insist the report is unfounded and say Morgan acted independently.
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New York
Leyland Line
J. Pierpont Morgan
Erie Railroad
Hill
Eclipse viewed from Muer Gedong on Sumatra island
E W Dyson of the Royal Observatory GreenWich observed an eclipse from Karangsayo Sumatra on May 8. The sun was eclipsed for 6 minutes 21 seconds with Mercury and Venus visible.
Steamer Lindauer Captain Injured in Aberdeen
Captain Allen of the steamer Lindauer fell into the hold yesterday afternoon and sustained severe injuries. He had arrived from San Francisco a week earlier and is being treated after the incident in Aberdeen, Washington.
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Seattle
the Times
Aberdeen
Wash
Allen
Lindauer
San Francisco
William Preston Dies in France at 74
Preston Williams formerly United States consul at Liege Belgium and later Cognac France died in France today at age 74. His career included diplomatic service in Europe and he is listed as a notable American official.
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Williams
Preston
New York
William &. Preston
United States
Liege
Belgium
Cognac
France
Massage operator held for examination in priest death case
Kirk Stanley the masseur in whose rooms the body of Rev. Edward Phillips was found was arraigned before Coroner Bausch and held in 10000 bail for examination next Wednesday. Police and family members offer statements denying immoral conduct and asserting natural causes in the priest death.
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Kirk Stanley
New York
Edward Phillips
Hezelton
Penn
Bausch
Stanley
Father Phillips
Pennsylvania Station
Pitteton
Dr. Dougherty
Kirk Stanley An
Fireman Dies Fighting Olive Street Blaze in St Louis
Edward Green assistant foreman of engine company 22 fell while descending a hose line from the roof and died on the stone pavement. The five story Nos 1201 to 1115 Olive street building housed Broadway Furniture and Carpet Val Reis Music Lowenstein House Furnishings and others with total losses of 100000. The incident drew a crowd of thousands as the fire threatened the structure.
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St. Louis
Olive Street
Edward Green
Engine Company 22
Broadway Furniture and Carpet Company
Val Reis Music Company
Lowenstein House Furnishings Company
Signs of a major local powder combine forming in San Francisco
The Chronicle reports signs of a large local powder combine developing with a likely eastern end. Its reach spans the western United States west of Colorado and Pacific coast from British Columbia and Alaska to Mexico and Central America.
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San Francisco
the Chronicle
United States
Colorado
Pacific
British Columbia
Alaska
Mexico
Central America
Lockout Looms in Connecticut as Machinists Prepare to Strike
New Haven reports planned walkouts by machinists across Connecticut next Monday after manufacturers refuse a nine hour day. Bridgeport union members vote to strike. White Lock Machine and Driggs Seabury near-indefinite closures. Newark Waterbury and New Britain also brace for prolonged action by labor leaders and employers.
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New Haven
Conn
Connecticut
International Association of Machinists
Bridgeport
White Lock Machine Company
Driggs-Seabury Gun and Ammunition Company
Newark
Waterbury
New Britain
Machinists in Hamilton Threaten Strike Over Nine Hour Day
In Hamilton Ohio May 18 union machinists demand a nine hour day with a fifty percent wage increase. Manufacturers refuse and a strike is deemed inevitable with over 1 50 machinists in the city.
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Hamilton
Ohio
Union machinists in Syracuse sparse membership
In Syracuse New York on May 18 only 40 of 900 machinists belong to the union. Employers expect no major business interruptions Monday. A Seneca Falls dispatch says machinists are organized there with union size cited as zero members and large companies may resist union demands.
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Syracuse
N. Y
Seneca Falls
Will Close at San Francisco Over Nine-Hour Demand
It is reported that if machinists persist in demanding a nine-hour day, the Union and Risdon iron works in San Francisco will close down Monday for an indefinite period in anticipation of a strike.
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San Francisco
Union and Risdon Iron Works
Central railroad of New Jersey machinists strike for nine hour day
Elizabeth New Jersey May 18 all machinists and all outer shops workers went on strike. The demand is a nine hour day. Union action centers on the Central railroad of New Jersey in Elizabeth setting a broad work stoppage.
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New Jersey Central
New York
Central Railroad of
New Jersey
Elizabeth
N. J
Dayton Shops Close as Carpenters Strike Spreads
Dayton, Ohio May 18. Not a single shop remains open as carpenters strike expands. About three thousand five hundred workers are idle and many plants have halted operations. The dispute shows widespread impact across the city.
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Dayton
Ohio
Concord Assigned to Alaska for Duty and Liquor Law Enforcement
The navy gunboat Concord now on the Asiatic station is ordered to proceed to this country for duty in Alaska. It will assist in the strict enforcement of liquor laws in the gold country with officers and men deployed to the region.
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Concord
Alaska
Washington
Navy Ment
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