Witte in High Favor Since Peace Treaty
St Petersburg reports persist that Count Witte will soon lead the government as premier with finance portfolio. The emperor shows sympathy, favoring ministers aligned with Witte and endorsing broader parliamentary franchise. The empress reception of Countess Witte signals royal confidence in his fortunes. Grand Duke Cyril’s status in doubt as court pivots to Witte.
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Illinois Life officials deny paying influence Kansas law
Chicago officials from the Illinois Life Insurance Company told the state insurance department they were questioned about a purported 1903 payment of about 65000 tied to a Kansas legislature measure. They refused to name the questions, with President James W Stevens denying any payment by the company or its interests to influence legislation in Kansas.
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Tragic Double Death at Scheitlen Home In Washington
Mary Frances Scheitlen and William Botomy found dead in Rudolph B Scheitlen's home near the Navy Yard. A revolver with three shots was recovered, with Botomy believed to have shot the wife first, then himself after repeated warnings from her husband. Botomy had visited the house recently despite threats.
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Pope Receives Hartley for Private Audience at Rome
Pope receives Bishop Hartley of Columbus in a private audience in Rome on October 23. He was presented with a large photo of the pope, autographed and inscribed. Despite illness, the pope was in good spirits.
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Mobile Welcomes Roosevelt With Pageant and Gift Bear
Theodore Roosevelt visits Mobile Alabama amid a showy reception with tens of thousands along Government Street. Raphael Semmes descendant Haphael Semmes presents a 800 pound bale of cotton to the president while a ceremonial bear and ornate badge are displayed. Officials, students, and veterans greet the president as crowds gather for the address.
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Hunger Fueled by Widespread Russian Rail Strike
St Petersburg reports a deepening Russian railway strike spreading across the empire. Moscow warns continued stoppages would shut factories, risk famine, and spike food prices as rail links fray nationwide. Reports describe protests across cities, including Moscow, Nizhni Novgorod, Kharkov, and Kiev, with major lines halting and workers fleeing homeward amid shortages.
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Roosevelt visits Tuskegee today on tour in Alabama
President Roosevelt's special train arrived in Montgomery late at night from Mobile and will stay in the yards until 7 AM. He plans two addresses at Tuskegee to the town and to Booker Washington's students, then will return to Montgomery for a noon address at the state capitol.
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Divorce Tragedy Follows Baxter County Divorce Suit
In Mountain Home Arkansas on October 29 a man shot and killed his wife after a chancery court divorce ruling and custody order. He then wounded himself in an apparent suicide attempt. the child’s custody was settled by the court before the fatal shooting.
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McClintock to Be First Witness in Mutuals Inquiry
In New York on October 23 the Insurance Inquiry resumes with Emory McClintock as the first witness. President McCurdy deferred most technical questions to McClintock. James McKeen will conduct the direct exam. In Huntaville Alabama on October 23 Wil Kelly, a nursery employee, was shot and killed during a crap game by Connally who fled and has not been captured.
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Battle in City Streets Over Import Tax Riot Flares in Santiago
In Santiago Chile a protest over abolishing the Argentine cattle import tax turned violent as troops were away maneuvering. Police failed to control the crowd. ten were killed and hundreds wounded. Rioters wrecked streetcars and electric lights, attacked the gas works, and the senator Armeneta Irrasúriz mansion. Troops expected to return, city declared under siege as riots continued.
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Boy in River Mystery: Louis Dobek Believed Locked in Box Car
The body of eight year old Louis Dobek was recovered from the Delaware River after being believed locked in a Pennsylvania railroad box car. Police heard a companion’s claim that the boy was placed in a freight car and railroad officials checked hundreds of cars nationwide.
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Wealthy Columbus Man James T Ware Dead Twice
In Owingsville by October 23 a report lists James T Ware as dead in this county from paralysis. The Columbus Ga business man had moved from the county two years ago and was noted for being twice reported dead with full details then a complimentary notice.
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James T Ware
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Kentnsky
Indiana auditor David Sherrick trial set for November 27
In Indianapolis on October 23 the trial of David Sherrick was scheduled for November 27 in the criminal court. He was indicted by the September grand jury on charges of embezzlement grand larceny and conspiracy to commit a felony while serving as state auditor.
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Roosevelt Praises Southern Ties and Canal Progress
President Roosevelt, welcomed in Mobile on October 23, recalled his Southern roots and kinship to Admiral Semmes, while urging support for the Panama Canal. He warned against obstructive interests and praised sanitation lessons from the Isthmus, asserting the canal will be completed and the nation benefits.
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Yellow fever quarantine lifted as New Orleans rejoices
Mississippi lifts its quarantine, Texas eases rules, and railroads restore service. New Orleans notes lower case totals and no deaths, praising federal help and President Roosevelt’s looming visit as travel surges in anticipation.
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Weather forecast by region across the southeast United States
The forecast covers Georgia to Florida detailing warmer conditions Tuesday and rain or showers midweek. North Carolina and South Carolina see warmer but cloudy or partly cloudy skies with possible showers and variable winds. Alabama Mississippi and eastern Florida expect warmth Tuesday with showers or partly cloudy skies by Wednesday. West Florida remains fair and warmer with light to fresh south winds.
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