Phenix Insurance Under Scrutiny Over Irregularities
Sheldon of Phenix Insurance Company faces investigation after New York state officials allege overdrawn salaries, questionable securities, and use of company assets as collateral. President Geo Dr. Sheldon, ill in Greenwich, Conn, is accused of falsifying reports for a decade, while directors are also criticized. Hotchkiss of the Department asserts limited signs of capital impairment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phenix Insurance Company
Brooklyn
N. Y
Hotchkiss
State Insurance Department
Wis
Geo
Sheldon
Laws
National Board of Fire Underwriters
Phenix
ISS
Muaide
Insurance Department
Stanger
Greenwich
Conn
Supreme Court to Review Gompers and Mitchell Contempt Case
The Supreme Court granted certiorari in the contempt cases of Samuel Gompers Morrison and John Mitchell of the American Federation of Labor. The ruling brings the Buck Stove and Range company matter before the high court for review. Gompers Morrison and Mitchell attended as Chief Justice Fuller signaled the court’s intent to hear the appeal with smiles after explanation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Supreme Court of the United States
Samuel Gompers Morrison
John Mitchell
American Federation of Labor
Buck Stove and Range Company
Messrs. Gompers
Morrison
Mitchell
Fuller
Raid at Joplin Hotel Uncovers Roulette Wheel in Room
Police and citizens raid the Connor hotel in Joplin and seize a roulette wheel found in a guest room. Fred Biers and Walter AliMer, present during the raid, are arrested while manager Blow Young faces charges for running the game. The hotel had previously faced a monthly rent dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connor
Joplin
Mea
Gus T. Humes
Fred Biers
Walter AliMer
Blow
Young
Hiotel Clmareinu
Areport
Permvites
Othe Hotel
Jury stalls in murder trial in Little Rock
The jury in the WLOY. Edis murder case against No. P Wile Wis of Indiana reported Monday they could not reach a verdict after a Saturday deliberation. Judge Lea sent the jurors back for further consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pmis
Wloy
Edis
No. P Wile Wis
Ind
Little Reoch
Ark
Lea
Appointment of William J. Culhouun as Minister to China
The State Department announces the appointment of William J. Culhouun of Chiivarcu as minister to China. The action follows Culhouun’s acceptance and the Chinese government’s favorable response to his mission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
State Department
App
William J. Culhouun
Chiivarcu
Cuthoun
Roosevelt Speech Recap Prompted by War Outlook
A garbled OCR summary discusses Roosevelt addressing the United States about imminent threats and wartime strategy. The text hints at military decisions, diplomacy, and national resolve, mentioning a Monday event and public reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Sious City Live Stock Market Update
Monday auction results from Sious City livestock market show top tie prices for heifers and shop stock. The report notes zero dollars for a noted choice lot and highlights overall market activity at Penton pen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sious City
Sious Ciy
Penton
Zlyseho Loses Match in Unclear Report
Fragmentary OCR text describes a fight or match with unclear names and timing. The readable bits mention a loss by Zlyseho and a sequence of brief events, but key details and context are not decipherable. The piece lacks coherent facts to form a full summary.
Michigan Candidate Dies at University of Mist
A fragment reports the death of a university associate and mentions a Mr Hy running for the United States Senate in 1906. The text is garbled but indicates a political figure's death and an election candidacy in progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Dill
University of Mist
United States Senate
Italians riot in Scottsboro killing miner and terrorizing town
In Scottsboro Texas late Sunday an Italian coal miners riot left Luther Williams of Marian dead with knife and bullet wounds. Rioters fired 100 shots into Jacob Newton's home while Mrs Newton fled with children. Authorities accuse members of a gang of organizing the violence. Williams was visiting his father, a minister, when killed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scottsboro
Luther Williams
Marian
Bilack Handa
Jacob Newton
Newton
Williams
Labor Leaders Needing Pay Rise Decision For 101000 Trainmen
At a New York conference of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen Grand Master Les and Vice President Murdock were named to decide whether workers will strike or stay if the 62 eastern railroads refuse a planned 10 percent pay increase. Final grievance schedules are due to managers Thursday or Friday. The plan differs from the Switchmen's Union strike, and the action affects 101,000 trainmen and switchmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eastern Lines
Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen
New York
Les
Firth
Murdock
Eastern Railroads
Switchmen’s Union of North America
Pullman Rates Lowered by Oklahoma Commission
The Oklahoma Corporation Commission on Sunday ordered lower Pullman sleeping car rates effective January 1. Berth rate per night drops from 2 to 1.50 dollars and the sell rate is cut about 40 percent. The Pullman Company has agreed to accept the new schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pullman
Oklahoma Corpetration Commission
Pullman Company
Indians Open 1.3 Million Acres in Montana Settlement
Chief Rock Boy leads 125 Chippewa braves to a new home on the Blackfeet reservation in Montana where 1,300,000 acres in Valley county, previously withdrawn for Indian use, are now opened for settlement.
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Chief Rock Boy
Blackfoot Reservation
Montana
Valley County
Struck by Street Car Fatality in Chicago
Tra Brainard a 50 year old stock man from Postville, Illinois, died in Chicago from a fractured skull and internal injuries after being struck by a street car. He was found unconscious on the night of November 27 while in the city to attend the stock show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tra Brainard
Postville, Jr
Chicago
Brainard
Seven Thousand Miners Idle as Anthracite Colieries Close
Seven thousand men and boys were made idle Saturday by the shutting down of most anthracite collieries in the Shenandoah region due to an unprecedented drought causing water scarcity.
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Shenandoah
Murderous duel ends Bolivian power dispute
Two senators, Pernendez Molinas and Adolfo Triga Ache, were killed in a Sunday duel during a discussion over promoting Bolivian former president during a political clash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toses
Pernendez Molinas
Adolfo Triga Ache
Bolivia
Denver's New Meriting Coach Guides Central League
In a move contrasting with prior management, Denver introduces a new leader to steer the Western division teams in the Central league. The change signals a refreshed approach for Port Warne and Sprinng events as clubs pursue stronger performance under the new tenure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Mirtingeker
Lene Ver
Lendriceks Oy
Chirenne
Oue
Port Warne
Strikers Quit After Three Day Riots at Etna Plant
The Etna-Standard plant of the American Sheet and Wire Plate company at stidmeyort reported quiet conditions Sunday after three days of intermittent rioting between striking workers and guards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Etna-Standard
American Sheet and Wn Plate Company
Stidmeyort
Death of Dr Ayres Goodsell Dread Resident Bishop
The Reverend Ayres Goodsell Dread, resident bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church, died in New York on Sunday after several weeks of illness. The obituary notes his long service and leadership within the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayres Goodsell Dread
Ter Ayres Gudself
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
New York
Chicago Clergy Magi Bend Provn Page
Unclear OCR text fragment mentions clergy, magi, and a Ves president of Colby Gage. No coherent event or names established. cannot determine a concrete item.
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Chicago
Pyddiaw
Phewaed
Cuermay Ves
Colby Gage
Unclear historical accusation reported against priest officials
fragmented OCR text presents a vandalized report alleging actions by a priest and prosecutorial figures with references to a place Throdobde Phan and a trial date. Details are unreadable, hindering precise identification of events, parties, or outcomes.
Ten Per Cent Iner A Volita to Loomer the Teutdeer
The fragment describes percentages and figures likely linked to a financial or agricultural notice. Readable names and places are scarce, but a few terms suggest a public or economic context with figures around ten percent and references to people or entities in a historical newspaper fragment.
Disalled Wiarshipy States The Prouelt battlehip tensa
An explosion aboard the sinking battleship during tow to port caused heavy damage and multiple deaths. The vessel sank as it was being guided to the harbor, raising questions about salvage and safety during wartime operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daourdtee Busaedaeeps
Pridasc
Steamer Thistlemor Sunk in Gale Off British Isles
A fierce Friday storm in the British Isles doomed the steamship Thistlemor off Ap pledere in Barnstable bay with about thirty crew presumed dead and four bodies washed ashore. Captain Yeo led the Liverpool to American port voyage. eight sailings ashore reported by Lloyds. Meanwhile the Ellen Vannin vanished from Ramsey to Liverpool with twenty one crew and twelve passengers aboard.
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Thistlemor
British Isles
Appledere
Barnstable Bay
Yeo
Liverpool
Lloyds
Congress
Falmouth
Barry
Wales
Biddleford Bas
Isle of Man
Ellen Vannin
Ramsey
Mersey
Tle
Bank Receiver Ends Evasion in New York Court
Hyman Epstein surrendered in New York City saying conscience forced him to face charges. He formerly ran a private bank in Williamsburgh Brooklyn and vanished after its closure two years ago, allegedly taking over $60,000. Epstein expressed remorse and a wish to plead guilty to repay depositors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hyman Epstein
New York
Epstein
Williamsburg
Brooklyn
Syrian-born Najour Declared White, Eligible for Citizenship
Judge W O Newman of the U S district court declares Costa George Najour a Syrian by birth is a white man and eligible for U S citizenship despite immigration bureau opposition that he is Mongolian. The case proceeds to the U S court of appeals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
W. OT. Newman
United States District Court
Costa George Najour
Hirth
Immigration Bureau
Najuur
United States Court of Appeals
Sleet Storm Damages Fargo Telegraph Lines
A sleet storm with heavy wind crippled telegraph and telephone service across North Dakota. In Fargo and Grand Forks damage to telegiph wires and streetcar lines disrupted public transit and communications.
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Trekota Priday
Grand Forks
Boy Killed in Family Shooting at Lindsborg Kansas
A 13 year old boy shot and killed his younger 1 year old brother in Lindsborg Kansas. The incident occurred after a dispute related to a pet and care of the child. Authorities were alerted and are investigating the shooting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lindsborg
Wan
Crilbert Lindshold
John Linshold
Liewrence
French Troops Attack Arabian Band, Casualties Reported
Advicus receiver Friday states that French troops attacked and routed into Arabian band near DGilan in Prench West Ayrte. Arabs suffered fifteen killed while French forces had five killed and eight wounded.
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Prench
Advicus
Burke Seeks Stock Sale Option in Western Flaseball Franch
Burke would sell steel half owner of the Denver franchise in the Western Flaseball league. The option on his stock was set for James McGin of Denver, valid twenty days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burke
Thurke
Denver
James McGin
Ex-Army Officer Arrested in Denver on Check Passing Charge
E Betuh Smith formerly a lieutenant in the regular army and a Philippines veteran was arrested in Denver on a charge of passing several worthless checks. He has been dismissed from the army.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebetuh Smith
Denver
Cole
Smith
Philippines
Protect Haan Subjects A Ptalian Offer At Morena
A fragmentary report describes a Friday offer by Crary the Ptessian con to protect Haan subjects. The text references Morena as a place and mentions pret aims regarding Ttetian osidijects by Siheoatcite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crary
Eulofomeri
Morena Tego
Unclear readable headline about Kansas river danger
Fragmentary OCR notes describe the Pilue river near Manhattan Kansas rising and potential flood risk with a new discharge or levee line mentioned. Names and precise details are unreadable.
Unreadable OCR Fragment About Local Official Change
An unclear OCR snippet mentions a person associated with a Modine facility and a November 19 departure. The text is garbled and does not provide a clear event, names, roles, or concrete actions to summarize.
New Colomobian Minister Poaches Crew Ties to Washington
The Colomobian minister Pragedseo Srepieula Borda reportedly poached Crew York on Friday while en route to Washington, strengthening ties between Colomibia and the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pragedseo Srepieula Borda
Colupibdag
United States
York
Entroute
Washington
Des Moines College President Denounces Courtship Policy
President Osborn of Des Moinea college declares coed dating a threat to discipline at the Baptist school. He demands end to courting among students, noting several seniors engaged to wed and protests from instructors. Some threaten to quit if social life remains restricted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines College Speaks
Osborn
Des Moinea College
Baptist School
Brutal Assault in Scandia Mining Town Leaves Victim Near Blind
Joe Rotter a German laborer was beaten near a gambling house run by Knox in Scandia. Charles Rickheart of Madrid allegedly attacked Rotter, then Knox struck Rotter as he lay dying. Rotter is said to be blinded with both eyes gouged out. Warrants issued. Knox and Rickheart remain at large.
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Scandia
Woodward
Knox
Joe Rotter
Charles Rickheart
Madrid
Rickheart
Rotter
T Eimbling House
Rieckheart
Companies File Answer Express Men Claim Commission Has No Right
Harrison, attorney for the Averyan and Adams Express companies, pleads lack of jurisdiction before the state railway commission. He argues interstate shipments block the board from ruling on requests to reduce C C D rates. Nineteen Iowa complaints are affected as the board withholds a decision.
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Express
State Railway Commission
Il. 1 Tarrison
Avertean
Adams Eixpress
Harrison
Iowa Workmen Disbands After Member Vote In Iowa
The grand lodge of Iowa Workmen, organized in 1871, voted Friday to disband as a beneficiary order. The dissolution follows member votes, with funds of $50 majority. Securities will be sold and assessments collected to date. Dissolution includes distribution to members and agents as provided by charter.
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Lodge Securities
Grand Lodge of Iowa Workmen
Foder
Orate
Blow for superagites in England shocks budget debate
Comment by Rec. Gertrude van Petgzhold criticizes the budget vote in Britain. She alleges a harsh setback for reform efforts and cites unnamed ministers and foreign policy missteps. The passage somberly notes tensions and a period of political strain amid economic concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Rec
Gertrude van Petgzhold
Neuse
Fords
Miss von Vetabeled da Ouing
Dnedord
Des Moines
Dubuque Pastor Leads Christmas Offerings By Congregation
A Dubuque pastor organized a special offering drive within the First Cospreviathomad hoeedety to support the church and nearby ministries. Members participated, with some funds raised for the church and related causes.
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Pronker
Shieldag
Pastor
Wortherepted
Suaars
Tooth Doctors Meet Delayed By Ill Events
Fragmented report describes a meeting of dental society members and unclear events. A disruption or injury is mentioned involving Mrs Mawale McCracy in fake City during an act of milking a pet goat, with facial injury reported and bleeding. The text lacks coherent structure and definite facts.
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Mawale McCracy
Fake City
Franchises Defeated in Marshalltown Voter Judgment
Marshalltown voters rejected proposals to secure twenty five year franchises for gas and electric service. The two party sponsors H W Darling and Louis E Hremier faced a 641 to 1 416 defeat across wards with decisive opposition in two areas. A special election will decide on public ownership of the gas and electric plants and a municipal ownership group will be formed at a meeting next week.
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Marshalltown
Mendy
H. W. Darling
Louis EH. Lchremier
Chicane
Fire Destroys Masonic Temple in Creston Loss Likely
A fire at the Masonic temple in Creston caused extensive damage Wednesday morning. The blaze, possibly caused by spontaneous combustion, gutted most of the structure while interior walls stood but were smoke damaged. Estimated loss exceeds 50 000 with the theater area severely damaged.
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Creston Welnesday Mornlain
New Postotiles Building Unveiled on River Front
Postmaster Joseph To Myerig announced on Wednesday in Des Moines that the new 596000 post office building on the river front would be occupied by the department January 1, 2019. The offices and carrier force will work on a holiday to make the change without loss of minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph To Myerig
Weilnesday Am Des Motes
Offies
Carter
Five New Churches Planned in Cedar Rapids
Five churches including Methodist Catholic Lutheran Christian and United Brethren plan new structures in Cedar Rapids. The total value is about 270000 dollars with four on a single avenue across four blocks in the city.
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Cedar Rapids
Captain of Governors Greys Changes Command
Herbert Higbee, a West Point graduate, was ejected as captain of the Governors Greys. Lt. Thirstworth will command the company Lighten? in a temporary assignment due to business reasons, with Higbee not arriving until February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Governors Greys
Herbert Higbee
West Point
Ldeuthsworth
Violation of Child Labor Law Case Noted
A Des Moines area company faces charges for employing a minor without required certification. The record states no valid certificate was on file as required by law.
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Vhspplirpere Af Ooiakinge Ab
Faow
Mire Taylor Indicted on Murder Charge in Dees Madness Case
Nelle Taylor faces murder charges for a fatal incident at a house vault after a chaotic event. She has been unable to stand trial for several months due to illness and has not entered a plea.
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Nelle Taylor
Mnurder
Taylor
Traveling Mian Deel Died in Central West Trade Roles
Traveling Mian Deel died of heart disease at Muedir Potpieds. He was well known to Cheetothings trade in the central west and was prominent in Miisonte efrefes.
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Towa
Muedir
Centrad
Repurlowa Monument Damages Repair Funds Approved
The Wier department notified frey Cua Chat comeressa that $41,000 will be allocated to repair damages to the Shitoh monument.
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Wier
Frey Cua
Shitoh
Diphtheria Outbreak Strikes Saylorville Schools
Several cases of diphtheria have broken out in the Saylorville schools over the past week as authorities weigh preventive closures. A juried verdict found John McCormet not guilty in the related murder case in Marchwood, per the city court findings.
Weekly Review of Chicago Trade and Market Movements
A brisk overview notes progress across several trading sectors in Chicago with rising payment volumes and steady demand for seasonable goods. It mentions mild weather affecting shopping, a predictable though embarrassing strike, and ongoing wholesale activity with notable debt figures and recent sales data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ROG Dun & Cols
Chicago
Oudaoak
Uga Agriculturints
Danastein
Coors
Adbers
Hank
Gena
Cairty Auaigad
Do Bay Prosearth Tian
Hye da
New York News Tickers On Manufacturing Strikes And Failures
Newswire brief notes a rising number of business failures in the United States for the week ending with 240, up from 222 the prior year. Canada's failures count 25, slightly higher than last week, with global trade disruptions and a general decline in daily activity noted amid strikes affecting port and industrial sectors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vrach
Pha
United States
Cacadia
Paisa
Commodity and Livestock Prices Across Markets
Market notes list cattle hogs sheep and grain prices by region including St Louis Detroit Milwaukee New York and Toledo. Prices span cattle 1 to 4 per hundredweight hogs 4 to 5.50 per cwt and wheat corn oats rye ranges with regional variations and daily changes.
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St. Loui
Detroit
Milwaukee
Hartley
Toledo
New York
Hove
Sheen Gene
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New York In
Surance Department
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Zlyseho
George Purger
Einesy Dtp
Rooda
Michigan
MM Hartfiesd
Jiusthee
Bas
Phan
Crooklyn
Fargo
Mionhattan
Kan
Tie Chieu Tse
Graham Co Stee
Ao Duaneh
Poepubie Iron Fia Steel Company
Modine
Isa
Iowa
Gertrude von Petzhol
Trandsome Masonic Temple
Creston
Greer Gue
Brute
High Bridge Woods
Cathe Wourk
Todd
Repurlowa Monument
McCormet
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