Roosevelt Fords Foraker clash at Gridiron banquet shocks
sensational Gridiron club dinner clash grows sharper as Roosevelt criticizes Senate Brownsville action and Foraker reportedly delivers a scathing retort. The exchange reportedly derailed the planned program and left members buzzing privately about the heated exchange.
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The
Star
Washington
President Roosevelt
Senator Foraker
Roosevelt
Senate
Brownsville
Foraker
Oeen
Gridiron Club
Huggins Convicted Over Train Riding Costly Fine
In a County court session Arthur Huggins, a white man, was convicted of unlawfully riding a Southern railroad train and fined 23.71. Richard Washington, a Black man, found guilty of trespass, fined 22.21, and Alger Gray, another Black man, convicted of the same offense, fined 23.20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Huggins
Southern Railroad
Richard Washington
Alger Gray
Texas corn growers hold semi annual meeting in Waco
The Texas corn growers association began its semi annual meet in Waco with good attendance. Two days will cover topics important to growers and an elaborate corn show is a featured attraction of the convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco
Tex
Texas Corn Growers’ Association
Poll Tax Deadline Warns Voters This Year
Notice warns that failure to pay poll tax before February 1 prevents voting this year. Authorities urge compliance to avoid disenfranchisement.
Former Venezuelan Governor Matta Killed in Caracas Clash
On January 27, Governor Matta former governor and minister of public works of Venezuela was killed along with armed troops during a clash with followers of Vice President Gromez. The confrontation occurred at the court of Gromez’s house and left several wounded on both sides. Serious trouble was reported to threaten Caracas.
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Willemstad
Curocoa
Matta
Venezuela
Gromez
Caracas
Partial Moon Eclipse Reported This Morning
The first lunar eclipse of the year occurred this morning with partial visibility in the United States. Observers on the Pacific coast saw the full eclipse, while regions east of the Rockies saw the moon set during the event. The eclipse lasted about three hours as the moon passed the earth's shadow, which stretched 850000 miles. The second eclipse is expected September 29 with only a sliver of the moon visible. Early risers in Anniston observed the eclipse just before daylight with only a small portion obscured before moonset.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Pacific Coast
Rocky Mountains
Neptune
Anniston
Anniston Courted for Two Major Industries
Business interests in Anniston area study two potential industries that could attract over a million dollars in investment and create about 2 000 jobs. The town’s natural advantages and current prosperity bolster the outlook for new plants and future growth.
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Anniston Lane
Anniston
Three Marshs Share Birthday On One September Day
Dr. F. M. Marsh Jr. notes his family has three birthdays on the same date, September 17, matching the earlier reference to the German emperor and his son. The trio includes Dr. F. M. Marsh Sr. Dr. J. M. Marsh Jr. and Miss Leon Marsh.
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Evening Star
Germany
F. M. Marsh Jr
Marsh
F. M. Marsh Sr
J. M. Marsh Jr
Leon Marsh
Coal sale notice from Montevallo listing phone number
An old classified item advertises selling Montevallo coal with contact at phone 72 BR 0 Watson.
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Montevallo
Watson
THAW FAMILY IN CHEERFUL MOOD AT TRIAL IN NEW YORK
In New York on January 29 the Thaw family attended the resumed trial of Harry Thaw. The Countess of Yarmouth sat apart from Evelyn Thaw and May Mackenzie. Harry appeared in a happy frame of mind greeting his wife and mother and reading a pleasing letter. The tenth juror, John S Dennee, a 40 year old single traveling freight agent, was chosen at noon.
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Thaw
Star
New York
Harry
Countess of
Yarmouth
Evelyn Thaw
May Mackenzie
John 8
Dennee
Part of Francis Estate Sold at Auction Today
The Joseph H. Francis estate near Gadsden was offered by administrator J Woodson Martin. About 3 000 acres plus a mill were for sale but much land stayed unsold due to low bids. A protest by Judge G B Randolph over a misdescribed tract was dropped after the error was corrected. Some sales included the Guinn place 160 acres to L N Downing 360 dollars and Hart s ferry 90 acres to Davis Crump 410 dollars.
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Joseph H. Francis
J. Woodson Martin
Gadsden
G. B. Randolph
Randolph
Guinn Place
L. N. Downing
W. P. Acker
Duke Timber
Johnston Bros
Hart’s Ferry
Davis & Crump
Francis Mills
H. T. Francis
Big Alabama buildings: new projects across cities
Advance reports show heavy construction across Alabama including a seven story Mobile apartment, a 12 story Mobile project, theater in Montgomery, a four story hotel in Greensboro, a three story business building in Gadsden, $200000 dock work in Mobile, and numerous schools depots bridges and residences. The Index also notes Birmingham formed a $100000 card company and other Alabama ventures totaling $391000 in capital.
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The
Star
Columbus
Alabama
Mobile
Montgomery
Greensboro
Gadsden
Bessemer
Ensley
Troy
Birmingham
Andalusia
Roanoke
Leeds
Seaboard Station Speculation Sparks Local Debate
A real estate figure speculates where Seaboard may build a terminal in Anniston. He suggests Moore avenue lots near the county courthouse, potential disruption to court operations, and possible plans for a new city hall and a new county court building amid growth.
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Seaboard Railway
Anniston
Seaboard
Moore Avenue
Eleventh
Pbwelfth
County’ Court House
Union Station
County Court House
Annistom
Failing to Pay Poll Will Disfranchise Voters This Year
Message warns that nonpayment of poll taxes will disenfranchise voters for the year with potential penalties. Officials urge timely payment to maintain voting rights and participation in upcoming elections.
Train wreck kills six on Boston & Maine line
Six trainmen died and one passenger was injured when express No 11 on the Fitchburg division of the Boston & Maine railroad crashed in a deep cut after a signal warning allegedly went unheeded. Cars caught fire. seventeen passengers were thrown from seats. one sailor was seriously hurt. Officials investigate blame.
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Ger
Fitchburg
Boston & Maine Railroad
George Busseno
Troy
N.Y
George W. Harrington
N. Y
Death claims Floyd Church aged 16
Floyd Church son of Mr. and Mrs. J A Church died at 2410 Wilmer avenue last night at 9 30 from typhoid fever. Rev A G Spinks to conduct funeral at the home this afternoon at 3 o clock with interment in Edgemont cemetery. He worked as a messenger for Western Union and Postal Telegraph, known for his cheerful disposition and bright daily rounds. His parents receive wide sympathy.
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Floyd Church
J. A. Church
Wilmer Avenue
A. G. Spinks
Edgemont Cemetery
Western Union
Postal Telegraph Companies
Howle Buys Out Captain Shelnutt in Local Mercantile Firm
Mr. Fr. A. Howle becomes sole owner of the mercantile business after purchasing Captain Bryant Shelnutt interest. The store will operate as Howle Mercantile Company at current quarters. Captain Shelnutt leaves for the East to pursue future plans. Howle well known in Anniston business circles with widespread southern mercantile ties.
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Fr. A. Howle
Shelnutt Mercantile Company
Bryant Shelnutt
Howle Mercantile Company
Shelnutt
Howle
Anniston
South
Chamberlains Salve Endorsed for Skin Ailments
For any disease of skin we can recommend Chamberlain's Salve. It relieves the itching and burning sensation instantly and soon effects a cure. This salve is also invaluable for sore nipples. For sale by J. L. Wikle.
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J. L. Wikle
Carnation Day Observances Honor McKinley Across Ohio and Washington
In Washington on January 29 carnations were widely used to mark the birth of the late President McKinley. President Roosevelt, Vice President Fairbanks, Speaker Cannon and cabinet members attended. The day featured school programs and an evening event by the United States Historical Society with speakers on McKinley as congressman, statesman, soldier, and Christian leader.
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Star
Washington
W.ton
McKinley
Roosevelt
Fairbanks
Cannon
White House
Public School of
United States
Kennedy
Congress
J. Warren Keifer
John FB. Lacey
Franklin T. Howe
Frank M. Bristol
McKinley Tomb Decorated Across Ohio for Birthday
Canton observes the late president’s birthday with floral emblems sent from Washington Cleveland Columbus and other places as the McKinley tomb is decorated in his memory.
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Canton
McKinley
Washington
Cleveland
Columbus
Carnation Day Observed Across Ohio for McKinley Birthday
Advices from across Ohio report wide observance of Carnation day marking the birth anniversary of President McKinley. Thousands of the president’s favorite flowers were sold on Columbus streets.
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Columbus
Ohio
President McKinley
Rossland Winter Carnival Opens With Visitors From Across Canada
The great Rossland Ontario carnival opened today drawing many visitors from across Canada and the United States. Preparations began in early December with preparations and attractions in place for the event.
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Rossland
B. C
Canada
Weather Summary for Anniston on January 2
Anniston report shows 7 a.m. temperature 32, barometer 2 percent, 9 mph southeast wind. Lowest night temperature 30 at 11 p.m. Forecast: fair and warmer tonight, Wednesday partly cloudy and warmer. Official in charge W. FP. Clarke.
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Anniston
Jan
W. FP. Clarke
Memorable day introducing Dr King’s New Life Pills
A sales pitch recalls the day of discovering Dr King’s New Life Pills, touted as painless purifiers that cure headache and biliousness and keep the bowels right. The pills cost 25 cents and are sold at Elam Ordway & Houser and Scarbrough Drug Co.
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Dr. King
Elam
Ordway & Houser and
Scarbrough Drug Co
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Southern
Texas Corn Growers
Leasure Bros
Erif, PA
H. T. Lea
Countess
Francis
Seaboard Station
M’kinley
New England Road
Northampton
Mass
Young Floyd Church
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