Labor Delegates Meet At Scranton
Scranton Pa December 6 the twenty first convention of the American Federation of Labor opened with 275 delegates from the United States and Europe representing about 1 603 000 workers The gathering began with parade bands and patriotic songs as Samuel Gompers presided and committees were named before a secret and extended session is planned.
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Scranton
North “America
Mhilneers
Carpenters
Rosale Workera
Keelee
Young Devine
Fate of Miss Stone Still Uncertain Amid Deadly News
The World receives a cable from Rev Henry D Haskell head of the American Board of Missions reporting no confirmation of Miss Stone or Mme Tsilka death amid harsh winter weather and heavy snow in the mountains. The message notes slow progress and lack of definite results from rescue efforts and inquiries.
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Miss Stone
New York
Henry D. Haskell
American Board of Missione
Kev
Bulearig
Hag
Tol Wing
Mme. Tsilka
Tafika
National Capital D V Series Crowded to Hear McComas
Washington news reports crowded galleries as Senator McComas of Maryland begins discussion of suppressing anarchy and autocracy. House debates on Philippine revenue, Isthmian Canal bill discussed, Bonine trial enters another week, and a slate of postmaster nominations includes Olive B. Stout and others across several states.
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McComas
Washington News
Washington
Mary Jen
Senate
Hale
Maine
Penrose
Pennsylvania
Industrial Commission
Lodge
House of Representatives
Philippines
Representative Tawney
Minnesota
House
Overstreet
Indiana
Senate Philippines Bi
Tereacco
Senate Committee On
Murder in First Degree Verdict Against Henry Lambert
A verdict of murder in the first degree was returned against Henry Lambert, a young French-Canadian guide and roadsman. The crime involved a triple murder to cover up the deed. Victims included J Wesley Allan, a prominent farmer and Shirley selectman, and Dr Carl Myer. A fatal boiler explosion in Decatur, Alabama, is also noted in brief, with tragic casualties.
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Henry Lambert
Dover
Des
Lambert
J. Wesley Allan
Shirley
MILAN SOLDIERS JOIN REBELS FORCE IN COLOMBIA
General Domin go Diaz with ten followers surrendered at Gorgona to government troops. The remainder joined General Portas to resist government forces under General Alban. U S blue jackets and marines reembarked at Colon and Panama. Alban's troops clash with Lorenso at Agua dulca.
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Porras
United States Blue Jackets
Colon
Panama
New York
Domingo Diaz
Gorgona
Colombia
Herald
Diaz
Portas
Alban
United States
Blue Jackets
Victoriano Lorenso
Aguadulca
Proposed Coal Combine in West Virginia
Cincinnati financiers and engineers study independent coal firms in West Virginia excluding Pocahontas mines as part of a planned statewide combination. T G Williams will audit financials after physical surveys. J Pierpont Morgan is named as the prime mover behind the plan.
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West Virginia
Cincinnati
Pocahontas
Norfolk and Western Road, Mining and Coal Engineers
New York
T. G. Williams
Chartered Accountant
Oaid
J. Pierpont Morgan
With Jewels Husband Flees Captain Freeland alias Foster
An investigation reveals Foster claiming to be a Mexican mine owner married Eliza Herrman Wicker in New York. The man is Captain A N Freeland of Sumter, once Columbia and Florence railroad roadmaster, later a mill president. The family aims to secure an annulment quickly.
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Freeland
Foster
Umbla
Columbia
Florence
Atlantic Coast Line Railroad
Sumter
Neetu
Trains Collide Near Bessemer Injuring Passengers and Crew
A mixed freight and passenger train on the Birmingham Mineral Railroad near Bessemer Alabama last night rear ended another train while taking water. Caboose and passenger coach smashed. Casualties include J J Dickson Equitable Insurance thigh and head bruised, W M Keith head injuries, Dr B P Lacey, R J Tillman, J B Dilworth, W G Windham with various injuries.
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Gingham Mineral
Irmingham
Ala
Themingham Mineral Railroad
Bessemer
J. J. Dickson
Equitable Insurance Company
W. M. Keith
B. P
Deaf Man Killed Near Montgomery Railroad Crossing
A deaf man was fatally struck by a Western train near Montgomery. The incident occurred yesterday as the victim stood near the tracks, with authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.
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Montgomery
Ustan Frankin
Whites and Blacks Bloodied in Montgomery Shooting Riot
Special from Montgomery describes a deadly clash between white and black residents sparked by arrest attempts on boisterous Negro tramps. J W Dorsey and Payott were killed or seriously wounded with several others shot, while gunmen fled and police struggled to locate all involved. The exact number of participants remains unclear.
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Montgomery
Ala
Dée
Dorsey
Payott
John
Grees
Republicans anxious over Alabama federal posts after clash
In Birmingham in December reports say ex governor G. Jones to federal judge post may trigger removals. District Attorney Vaughn and Postmaster Hughes face Republican state committee tensions. Oscar R. Hundley and Judge Thomas Roulhoe seen as Vaughn successors. Hughes favored though Jackson also competes. Hughes and Vaughn traveled to Washington. president expected to decide soon.
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Birmingham
Ala
Lino
Alabama
Vaughn
Alao
Hughes
Caniaran
Republican State Ve Committee of
McKinley
St Dessau
Oscar R. Hundley
Huntsville
Thomas Roulhoe
Sheffield
Hughes, the Postmaster, Is Mr. Vaughn
Jackson
Chaffee Closes Ports to Cut Filipino Supply Lines
Manila December 6 General Chaffee orders the closure of all ports in Laguna and Batangas provinces. Quartermasters will stop rents on military buildings as funds are diverted to the insurgents. The action aims to curb supplies reaching the enemy while Taft recovers and plans return on the port Grant before Christmas.
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Manila
General Chaffee
Laguna
Batangas
Chaffee
Taft
Paw
United States
Grand Lodge Officers Ballot Results Reelect All
A local fraternal lodge announces ballot results showing the re election of all incumbent grand lodge officers. Members supported continuity and expressed satisfaction with current leadership. The report notes no challengers and outlines upcoming meetings and duties.
Congress Opens Amid Floral Welcome at Capitol
Washington December 2. Crowds thronged the Capitol as the fifty seventh congress convened. The renovated halls showed a flower drenched welcome with many floral offerings for lawmakers. Senator Ailigocco and Democratic colleagues arrived early, while Speaker Henderson joined after the session began. The Senate chamber received redecorations and a new carpet, and the House floor was raised to improve visibility.
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Congress
Feu
Iowa
Ailigocco
Senate
Sas
Non
Henderson
House
Hall of Representatives
Dietrich
Millard
Nebraska
Alleon
Montana
Kitridge
Insane Man Crisis Reported Near Rich Hill
A garbled item reports an incident at Rich Hill Missouri involving an insane man from Holland and Culver. It mentions temporary insanity, a man running, and a distant reference to Kansas City with a telephone message. Also lists Dr Bell's and Dr Bull's pills with brief claims about liver and bowel issues.
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Rich Hill
Kansas City
Hii
Dr. Bull
Dr. Bell
Royal Baking Powder Claims Safe Eating of Hot Rolls and Cakes
An advertisement asserts hot rolls muffins and cakes made with Royal Baking Powder are free from indigestion risk, promoting consumer confidence in the product and its baking benefits.
Queen Quality Shoes Win The Gold Medal
The Thos. G. Plant Company footwear, famed worldwide, is praised for superior fit and materials. Athens agency is held by Davixon & Lowe as the company reports record sales, a factory output of eight thousand pairs daily, and over two thousand three hundred employees supplying 2500 cities.
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Thos. G. Plant Company
Athens
Davixon & Lowe
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