Head on Wreck on Bessemer Road Kills Four
A head-on collision between two freight trains near Mercer Pennsylvania on the Bessemer road kills four men and injures three others. Conductor J B Mackey engineer Charles Billington fireman Peter Loffyt H Kaskue die. Injured include William Gulford John Strauss H K McLaughlin with various injuries. Wreck blamed on cross order. investigators undecided.
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Mercer
Bessemer Road
J. BK. Mackey
Tyreenville
Charles Billington
Greenville
Peter Loffyt
Albion
H. Kaskue
Greenvill
William Gulford
John Strauss
H. K. McLaughlin
Mercer Cottage Hospital
Germany to join Anglo American protest on Roumania Jews
Berlin reports Germany will formally align with American and British protests over Roumania's treatment of Jews. Berlin stresses it acts independently, citing Roumania’s forts and Batoum status as not yet binding, and notes German finances could be harmed by Roumania's political shifts.
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Ertin
Germany
Roumania
Russia
Batoum
Sturdza
Austria
Rumor Tied to Korean Emperor Death Unconfirmed
Washington reports no confirmation of the emperor of Korea's death. The circulation is linked to a postponed birthday and throne anniversary celebration. The emperor turns 50 on Sept. 28 and began reign Oct. 7, 1897, with cholera delaying the commemorations.
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Washington
Korea
State Department
Discrimination complaint over Wichita flour trade
The Interstate Commerce Commission opened a case on Wichita charges against the Santa Fe and Rock Island for differential rates. Wichita millers claim Texas receives a 5 cent wheat to product discrepancy, hindering Wichita flour exports to Texas. Frank Kell of Wichita testified for the railroads.
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Wichita
Kan
Interstate Commerce Commission
Santa Fe
Rock Island
Millers of
Texas
Frank Kell
Wich
Flour Trade Audit Delayed Hearing in Texas
In Wichita Falls Texas merchants argue that Wichita millers can sell flour in Texas despite higher duties. A hearing on the matter will not conclude until tomorrow.
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Ita Falls
Tex
Texas
Washington prepares for Grand Army encampment visit
President expresses support for a successful G A R encampment in Washington. He plans to review the parade from a stand near the White House. Local committee chair B P Warner and Quartermaster Burrows coordinate plans for a large veteran turnout and veteran welcome.
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Washington
B. P. Warner
White House
Burrows
City
Democratic State Convention Nominates Full Ticket in Connecticut
The Democratic state convention at New Haven adjourned after nominating a full state ticket headed by Governor M. B. Carey and adopting a platform urging repeal of tariffs on trust products, stronger trust laws, and public corporate disclosures. The single ballot for governor was required. other nominations were by acclamation.
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New Haven
Conn
M. B. Carey
Ridgefield
EB. Kent Hubbard, Jr
Middletown
Arthur B. Calkins
Old Lime
Philip Hugo
Edward G. Kilduff
Waterbury
Noble E. Pierce
Bristol
Homer 3
Cummings
Stamford
Kansas City
Cuba
United States
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets Refund Promise
Drug label promises a refund if the product fails to cure. It bears E W Grove's signature on each box.
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E. W. Grove
Ban nock county Democrats nominate ticket at Pocatello
Special Dispatch to the Standard reports the Ban nock county Democratic convention in Pocatello elected Chester Call as chairman and L. C. Pond as secretary. The platform condemns Republicans on taxes and endorses fellow servant legislation and exclusion of coolie labor. Ticket nominees include W. R. Kirschoff for senator, Howard Thatcher and George H. Fisher for representatives, and others.
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Standard
Pocatello
Idaho
Bannock County
Democratic Vention
Saul
Chester Call
L. C. Pond
Republican Board of Commerce
W. R. Kirschoff
Howard Thatcher
George H. Fisher
John Ellis
E. G. Gallet
Alex Beckstead
W. T. Reeves
S. S. Nowlin
Herbert Horsely
Andrew Morrison
M. A. Hendricks
Anna Palmer
C. N. Rooker
V. Cc. Reeder
Never Inannlt the Old Flag Again
Washington reports the flag incident with the Venezuelan warship Restaudor is closed. An apology from Venezuela and a 21 gun salute to the American flag are seen as sufficient expiation. Minister Bowen’s actions are approved and no repeat offense is expected.
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Washington
Restaudor
Foreign Office
Bowen
Minister De Witte Heads for Manchuria
St. Petersburg dispatch notes Finance Minister M. De Witte departed for Manchuria yesterday seeking unspecified official duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Petersburg
M. de Witte
Manchuria
Isthmus Traffic Free as Revolt Fades
Panama reports traffic across the isthmus is free and the revolutionary army has retreated to Agua Dulce. A communication to Commander Mc Lean of the United States cruiser Cin is cited as easing fears of a battle on the isthmus.
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Panama
Revolutionary Army
Agua Dulce
McLean
United States
Cin
Governor Salazar Defends Colombia Against Marines Landing
Governor Salazar argues Colombia has adequate force to protect foreign lives and property and guarantee rights under laws and treaties. He questions the US Marines landing as an overstep of sovereignty and notes 240 Marines remain to guard American interests.
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Vinnati
Salazar
United States
Colombia
McLean
Yellowstone Republicans pick county officers and delegates
Special Dispatch reports the Yellowstone county Republican convention chose a full ticket led by Senator Christian Yegen for representative Chancey Bever, with W. B. Calhoun as Sheriff and Samuel K. Deverill as Treasurer. Delegates and alternates were selected for the state convention.
Park County Republicans announce candidate ticket and delegates
In Livingston on September 25 the Park County Republican convention named a full ticket for county offices including Representative C S Hefferlin and M W Pettigrew for Representatives, A S Robertson for Sheriff, Charles Angus Twainer for Clerk and Recorder, Z H Daniels as Assessor, A P Stark as Attorney, L C Genn for Superintendent, S H Crookes as Surveyor, C O Krohne Public Administrator, and Dr S B Leard as Coroner. Delegates to the state convention were chosen from Livingston Aldridge and others, plus Gardiner and Fridley delegates.
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Livingston
C. Ss. Hefferlin
M. W. Pettigrew
Gardiner
A. S. Robertson
Charles Angus Twainer
George T. Chambers
Z. H. Daniels
A. P. Stark
L. C. Genn
S. H. Crookes
C. O. Krohne
BF. Leard
William M. A. Burdick
C. Hefferlin
C. A. Burg
E. H. Talcott
A. W. Miles
Charles Angus
George Phelps
Jardine
William Forsyth
Alexander Hyndes
Es DD. Sommerville
Aldridge
M. W. Pettigre
Republican Ticket Named at Big Timber CountyConvention
The Republican county convention at Big Timber on September 25 named a ticket headed by George M. Watch as chair and Nuzum as secretary. Nominees include Representative Robert Brownlee Attorney E. M. Hall Clerk and Recorder H. C. Allen Sheriff J. A. Falling Assessor J. E. Jardett Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Samuel Webster Surveyor J. D. Walvoord Treasurer J. W. Geleer.
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Standard
Big Timber
George M. Watch
Nuzum
Robert Brownlee
E. M. Hall
H. C. Allen
A. Falling
J. E. Jardett
Samuel Webster
J. D. Walvoord
J. W. Geleer
Four Men Arrested After Rancher Assault in Billings
Billings, Sept 25. Jim Miller, a young ranch worker, was attacked by Ed Walling, Robert Whirner, Al Grover, and Fred Morris in Billings Wednesday night. Miller sustained a broken right leg and facial injuries from booted blows. he was hospitalized and treated by Dr. Lindsay. The four suspects, piano players at disreputable houses, await a hearing tomorrow.
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Standard
Billings
Jim Miller
Ed Walling
Robert Whirner
al Grover
Fred Morris
Red Light
Miller
Lindsay
Outlaws Cornered in Henrietta Shootout Near Muskogee
Deputy U S Marshal Funk and a posse killed two outlaws near Henrietta after a fierce gun battle. Jim Holbrook, linked to Bert Casey’s gang, and another man captured. five in the gang, one escaped toward Eufaula. Holbrook hunted by authorities, wounded but uncaught. Captives to be jailed tonight in Muskogee.
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Muskogee
I. T
United States
Funk
Henrietta
Jim Holbrook
Bert Casey
Eufala
Jim Helbrook
Sam Bauer
Checotah
Mr. Jones
Brooks
Spokagee
Holbrook
Gates Case Seeks Court Ordered Election For CF&I Directors
The hearing began before Judge Henry C. Caldwell on the Gates and associates bid to force a U S court directed election of Colorado Fuel and Iron directors. A delay occurred due to Judge Hornblower's absence. Watterman opened for Gates. Herrington for CF&I officers. The session adjourned with both sides allotted ample time. a three to four day proceeding is anticipated.
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Denver
John W. Gates
United States
Colorado Fuel & Iron Company
Henry C. Caldwell
Hornblower
New York
Gates
Ile
Watterman
Wolcott, Vaile
Charles Smart Named Chief Surgeon for Philippines Division
Col. Charles Smart assistant surgeon general is designated chief surgeon of the division of the Philippines and will depart for Manila to assess the cholera situation.
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Washington
Charles Smart
Division of the Philippines
Manila
Stratton Will Contests Spark Litigation in Colorado
In Colorado Springs on September 25, Harry Stratton filed a lawsuit in El Paso County seeking to contest his father W S Stratton’s will. He requests a court-appointed administrator to preserve the estate during years of litigation, alleging a second instrument may exist. Denver reports a syndicate led by James Doyle may fund the contest in exchange for potential gains if the will is overturned.
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Colorado Springs
Colo
Harry Stratton
W. S.S. Stratton
el Paso
W. S. Stratton
Ann
Stratton
Denver
The
Times
I. W. Stratton
Myron Stratton
James Doyle
Cripple Creek
Victor
Mr. Doyle
Berlin letter on Washington Note and Roumanian emigration policy
The Tageblatt publishes a Bucharest dated letter criticizing the American note as a temporary spark for Jewish hope. It reports Roumania restricting emigration passports with a four dollar tax and hints emigration to the United States may be blocked. The government asserts control while signaling politeness toward the United States. England’s reaction is mentioned as a new development.
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Berlin
Tageblatt
Bucharest
Roumania
Washington
America
United States
England
Roosevelt Recovers Comfortably After Injury
President Roosevelt rests in bed at the temporary white house with absolute quiet. Doctors report healing inflammation in the leg and expect him to be out soon, with routine duties and diplomatic matters handled carefully. Public bulletins to be minimized to avoid rumors while officers monitor his condition.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Ruxey
Navy
O'’Rielly
Army
Lung
White House
Cortelyou
Shiw
Hitchcock
Wilson
Shaw
Chicago
Takahira
James Longstreet
Moody
South American
Soalock
Rixey
Government Faces Jewish Question Protests Abroad
A report notes vexation over a step and warns that continental powers acting together could sharpen the Roumainian Jewish issue. The government has experience in handling protests on behalf of Jews.
Anarchist scare over Roosevelt trip rumors reach London
London crowds reacted to a Duzer agency dispatch from New York claiming an assassination attempt on President Roosevelt and the suspension of his western tour. Newspapers ran specials, placards circulated, and many Londoners believed the incident occurred, prompting widespread alarm.
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London
Duzer
New York
Roosevelt
United States
Third District GOP Nominates Henderson Aide in Iowa
The Third district republican convention in Hampton Iowa nominated Bird sail of Clarion for Congress on the second ballot by 88 to 2. They endorsed Roosevelt while denouncing the Dingley tariff plank and reaffirmed protection of American labor and industry. An official report notes Henderson’s renomination declined for the llth time and praises his service.
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Hampton
Iowa
Bir
P. Birdsail
Clarion
Congress
A. Mansier
Buchanan
National House
David B. Henderson
Committee On
Des Moines
St. Louis
Roosevelt
D. RB. Henderson
Quasi-endorsement in Clarion letter lauds Henderson withdrawal
A local statement praises Colonel Henderson for patriotism integrity and leadership while noting a withdrawal is a loss to the people. Judge Birdsall, about 45, has only held the district court judgeship and returned to law practice in Clarion.
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Henderson
Birdsall
District Court
Clarion
Troops Repress Strikes in Duryea and Wilkesbarre Area
The eight regiment arrived at Duryea as violence widens near mines. A ninth regiment deters crowds in Nanticoke Plymouth and Wanamie and arrests John Zuccke. Coal police officer David Aknew is badly hurt in Brookside. President Mitchell says troops bolster striker ranks.
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Wilkesbarre
Duryea
Duzerne
Lackawanna
Gobin
Governor Stone defers martial law in coal regions
Harrisburg Sept 25 Governor Stone said declaring martial law is unnecessary as the national guards are deployed to suppress tumults and aid civil authorities. He stated the treasury has a surplus and the state can sustain a large army indefin itely while condemning violence and vowing strict order.
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Harrisburg
Stone
Mine Workers Leader Denies Widespread Strike Violence
President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers of America says reports of lawlessness in the strike region are greatly exaggerated. In a long distance message from Wilkesbarre he notes no serious outbreak, only isolated acts of lawlessness rather than a concerted movement by the strikers.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Mitchell
United Mine Workers of America
Wilkesbarre
French miners’ congress sends greetings to UMWA president
In Commentry France the national congress of French miners cabled to John Mitchell president of the United Mine Workers of America, extending fraternal greetings and best wishes for the success of the American anthracite miners strike.
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Aris
National Congress of French Miners
Commentry
Department
Altier
John Mitchell
United Mine Workers of America
America
Nome convict Hardy faces hanging for Sullivan boys murder
A Nome special dated Sept 15 reports Fred Hardy convicted for killing the Sullivan boys of Butte on Unimak island last year. He will be hanged on Sept 19 unless a presidential pardon or clemency arrives. New testimony could delay proceedings, but a stay seems unlikely. Hardy’s execution appears likely next Friday.
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Standard
Seattle
Fred Hardy
Sullivan Boys
Butte
Unimak Island
District Court
Hardy
Federal party repudiates Buencamino statement in Washington
Manila officials relay that the federal party directors reject Felipe Buencamino’s claim to represent the party and deny paying his expenses to the United States. Buencamino resigns as director and plans to appeal to party members.
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Manila
Federal Party
Felipe Buencamino
Congressional Committee
Washington
United States
Senor Buencamino
Boiler makers strike leaders reject external mediator
Omaha reports John McNeill grand president of the Brotherhood of Boiler makers and Iron Shipbuilders says striking boilermakers on the Union Pacific will not accept Lee Johnston Kansas City labor commissioner as mediator. He adds the workers can settle their own differences if the railroad agrees to talks.
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Omaha
John McNeill
The
Brotherhood of Boilermakers and Iron Shipbuilders
Pactic Road
Lee Johnston
Kansas City
Milner declines to receive deputation on taxation and war charges
Cape Town Sept 25 Lord Milner the British high commissioner of South Africa refused a deputation seeking talks on taxation and war charges for the new colonies. He said government proposals were not yet known and discussing newspaper forecasts would be useless.
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Cape Town
Lord Milner
South Africa
Kensit Injured by Chisel in Birkenhead Attack
John Kensit leader of the anti ritualistic crusade in the Church of England was seriously wounded when a chisel was thrown at him after a meeting in Birkenhead. He was taken to a hospital in Liverpool with sight endangered.
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London
John Kensit
Birkenhead
Liverpool
Marriage of Putnam Strong and May Yohe Likely Delayed
Buenos Ayres reports Putnam Bradlee Strong and May Yohe arrived Sept 7 and may marry next Saturday but obstacles could postpone the ceremony.
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Buenos Ayres
Putnam Bradlee Strong
May Yohe
Roosevelt Named Colonel in British Regiment Rumor
The Daily Chronicle reports a rumor of a movement to appoint President Roosevelt as a colonel in a British line regiment. The newspaper says the question of precedent for such action is under consideration.
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London
The
Daily Chronicle
Roosevelt
River steamer Modoc fire claims Mrs Petersen
One fatality from the Modoc river steamer blaze last Tuesday is confirmed. Mrs Elizabeth Petersen died today from injuries, leaving two sons in Chicago named John R and Thomas Petersen.
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San Francisco
Modoc
Elizabeth Petersen
Chicago
John R
Thomas Petersen
Dynamite blast at Golden Eagle hotel ends in murder suicide
Washington September 25 A hotel explosion at the Golden Eagle on New Jersey avenue smashed the building and killed Frank McKie who then died by his own hand. Lewis Brandt and his wife were injured as were about 20 guests. Police probe links Mr McKie to a love triangle with Sophie Brandt.
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Washington
Golden Eagle Hotel
New Jersey Avenue
D Street
Frank Milie
Lewis Brandt
Germany
MeeKie
McKie
Hrandt
Sophie
Brandt
Philadelphia
Chicago
Navy Yard
Employers and Employees Convention Concludes in Minneapolis
The national convention ends with praise for broadened views and a committee to form a permanent organization. Leaders lament low interest from major Twin Cities employers as President Cyrus Northrop warns some hold back fear of unrest. Prof. Zeublin denounces anthracite magnates while W C C McEwen foresees union and trust collaboration as essential to future labor relations.
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Minneapolis
National Convention of Employers and
Twin Cities
Cyrus Northrup
University of Minnesota
United States
Charles Zeublin
University of Chicago
Anthracite Trust
America
W. CC. McEwen
Minnesota Federation of Labor
Customs official upholds fine in Mrs Green case
San Francisco reports that Collector Stratton’s decision is confirmed by the treasury department. Mrs. H S S Green of Portland was fined 571 dollars for failing to declare dutiable contents in her trunk on her return from Japan.
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Cal
Stratton
Treasury Department
H. S&s. Green
Portland
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