Idaho Land Fraud Trial Opens For Barber And Moon
In Boise Idaho Judge Robert Bean presides over the government case against James T Barber Sumner G Moon Barber Lumber Co Eau Claire Wisconsin and EF A Palmer of Canada. About 250 witnesses summoned to testify over what prosecutors call a large timber land fraud conspiracy involving more than 30000 acres in Idaho.
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Boise
Idaho
Dee
James T. Barber
Sumner G. Moon
Robert 8. Bean
Messrs. Barber and Moon
Eau Claire
Wisconsin
Barber Lumber Company
Barber and Moon
Barber Company
Animal trainer Clarence Wildmuth dies in Landingville
Clarence Wildmuth of Landingville Pennsylvania a wild animal trainer with the Robinson ships that were exhibited here for two weeks died at a local hospital at 745 am Sunday after a two week illness from typhoid pneumonia. The body is held by T S Bagley funeral directors pending relatives directions and burial is expected in Landingville. He was about 24 years old and was very ill upon arrival in Arnstern two weeks ago and was sent to a local hospital for care.
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Clarence Wildmuth
Landingville
Robinson
Bagley
Arnstern
Fire destroys properties in Jacksonville loss total
Two barns two mules two cows hogs provender farming tools and other farm property owned by Lewis burned last Saturday night in Jacksonville. Fire origin unknown incendiary or accidental. no insurance coverage. Community and LOSER fear widespread concern over event.
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Lewis
Jacksonville
Mississippi appoints James Gordon as temporary successor
Governor Noel, in Jackson Mississippi, announces Colonel James Gordon will serve as temporary successor to the late Senator McLaurin. The appointment follows Senator McLaurin's death and designates Gordon to carry out Senate duties pending further action.
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Jackson
Miss
Noel
James Gordon
Senator McLaurin
Storms Across New England Cause Fatalities and Disruption
A massive winter storm sweeps the New England coast with heavy snow sleet and rain. Chelsea reports four dead and thirty missing while New York sees eight inches of snow and multiple fatalities. Rail service is crippled, ships danger in Boston harbor, and wires down in Philadelphia.
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Chelsea
Mass
New York
New England
Pennsylvania
New York City
Boston
Philadelphia
Death at Mountain Home office sparks rumors in Talladega
Leon Jordan about 18 died after a playful scuffle with fellow worker Darsey Manning at the Mountain Home printing office. Witnesses say no bruises were found. coroner's jury investigates possible heart failure or strangulation as cause. Manning released on own recognizance as relatives prepare for possible postmortem.
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Talladega
Leon Jordan
Mountain Home
Home Office
Jordan
Darsey Manning
Manning
Dorsey
Young Manning
J. B. White
Joe A. Edwards
W. F. Slaughter
J. F. Davis
L. L. Brothers
Chief Forester Pinchot Defends Roosevelt Conservation Policy
Washington December speech by Chief Forester Pinchot advocates conservation for public benefit amid attacks on Taft Ballinger policies. He argues against special interests, cites land grabs and water power, and urges political power to curb profits and protect the common good.
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Taft
Ballinger
Pinchot
Washington
Roosevelt
Forest Service
Inventor Reginald Weathersby Proposes Oscillating Wing Plane
Gull Gun Gulls Tacoma Washington December 27 Reginald Weathersby unveils a new aeroplane using oscillations instead of a propeller. He and a partner reportedly flew over Mount Tacoma at 120 mph, claiming the craft nears a third principal. He challenges the Wright brothers and Curtiss to a race.
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Tacoma
Wash
Reginald Weathersby
Mount Tacoma
Wright Brothers
Curtiss
500 Victims of Portugal Storm Report
Lisbon reports a disastrous three day storm along the coast, with 500 people believed dead. The toll is expected to rise as rescue and assessment efforts continue.
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Lisbon
Portugal
Climax Tonight at Holiday Shows in Anniston
Manager Noble booked strong holiday attractions with The Red Mill Christmas Eve and Polly of the Circus on Christmas Day. Tonight The Climax promises both drama and entertainment with a notable psychological plot and word that audiences should enjoy a fine performance.
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Noble
the Red Mill
Polly
Circus
Annistoniang
Prisoners Receive Christmas Dinner in County and City
The county jailers fed thirteen prisoners a special Christmas dinner with extra dishes beyond the regular prison meals. City prisoners numbered fourteen and were given a holiday bill of fare, not working that day, allowed to celebrate in their cells, with the meal easing the sting of confinement.
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Harmon
Battile
Fremont Becomes New Commandant of Boston Navy Yard
BOSTON Mass Dec 27 Captain John Fremont, recently detached from the battleship Mississippi, today succeeded Rear Admiral William Swift as commandant of the Boston Navy Yard. The change was marked by a marine muster and a thirteen gun salute in honor of the new commandant.
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Bosion
Mass
John (. Fremont
Mississippi
William Swift
Boston Navy Yard
Public Opinion as Protector Against Promised Opposition
The speaker argues that stronger opposition is anticipated soon and the sole safeguard is awakened and determined public opinion, urging listeners to accept the presented facts.
Historic associations open 25th anniversary meet in New York
A large gathering of distinguished historians and scientists met at the Waldorf to open the twenty fifth anniversary of the American Historical Association and the American Economic Association with Joseph Choate in the chair and President Taft among speakers. Delegates from educational bodies and learned societies attend as four days of sessions begin at Carnegie Hall and other venues.
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New York
Waldorf
Carnegie Hall
American Historical Association
American Economic Association
Joseph H. Choate
Taft
Ihs
Historical and Economic Associations
American Political Science Association
The
American Statistical Association
American Sociological Society
American Association For Labor Legislation
American Social Science Association
Mississippi Valley Historical Association
Bibliographical Society of America
American Society of Church History
New York State Teachers’ Association
Public Archives Commission
Columbia University
William K. Vanderbilt
Teachers’ College of Aids
Gould Brokaw Rejects Divorce Terms
New York December 27 Gould Brokaw, the millionaire, refused to agree to a reconciliation with his wife who seeks a divorce and 60000 pounds a year alimony. Brokaw says he once loved her but not now and admits he is fond of another.
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New York
Gould Brokaw
Brokaw
Toothache Death In Los Angeles Woman Takes Carbolic Acid
Mrs Louise Moreno a resident of Los Angeles died after five days of toothache when she drank two ounces of carbolic acid in a suicide attempt. Her death occurred shortly after the act and was reported today.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Dee
Louise Moreno
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