Rivers and Harbors Congress backs $500 million bond plan
The Rivers and Harbors Congress opening sessions in Washington endorse government bonds to finance a ten year program for internal waterways. Leaders include Vice President Fairbanks Andrew Carnegie and James Bryce. About 2 500 delegates from 44 states attend as the group eyes a congressional authorization.
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Champ Clark
Missouri
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George E. Chamberlain
Oregon
J. Y. Sanders
Louisiana
Samuel Gompers
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Ruef Bribery Case Goes To Jury In San Francisco
San Francisco on December 10 reports the Abraham Ruef bribery case has been presented to a jury. The defense and prosecution laid out arguments as jurors consider the evidence in a city political corruption matter.
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Abraham Ruef
Port Huron
Mich
John Paul
Sarnia
Ont
St. Clair River
City Again Is Endangered By Rising Arkansas River
Flood waters threaten the eastern section of Pine Bluff as revetments fail to hold. Workers including government personnel rush to shore up the riverbank with brush and rails while homes are moved to safer ground. Two blocks west of Harden's bayou remain at risk.
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Ark
Arkansas River
Hardin’s Bayou
Pianist De Pachmann Subdued at Buckingham Palace
The pianist De Pachmann, followed by a nervous entourage, was brought before Queen Alexandra at Buckingham Palace. He refused to comply with authorities and wandered London all night, visiting many squares in a city he could not remember, before finally returning with the cab.
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Queen Alexandra
Buckingham Palace
de Pachmann
Palace
London
De Oro Captures World Three-Cushion Title
Alfredo de Oro of Cuba defeats Thomas A. Hueston of St. Louis 50 to 38 to win the third block and clinch the world three-cushion championship. Final three-block score: De Oro 160, Hueston 107.
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Alfredo de Oro
Cuba
Thomas A. Hueston
de Oro
Hueston
Davis Jury Out in Dr. Austin Murder Case
Omaha December 10 The jury in the murder trial of Charles Edward Davis against Dr. Frederick Austin has not reached a verdict.
That Christmas Gift. A universal article for all kinds of people
A concise note highlights a Christmas gift regarded as broadly acceptable to many readers. It frames the item as a thoughtful present appealing across ages and tastes, suggesting timeless appeal and simple generosity.
Christmas Pen Gift Range in Holly Boxes
A broad stock of pens priced to suit every purse and taste. The priciest item remains surprisingly affordable, making it an ideal Christmas present. Styles for ladies and gentlemen span plain, chased, mottled, and winned finishes with gold and sterling silver options up to 10 dollars. Holly gift boxes complete the presentation.
Schleuder's Promotes New Lighting Styles inMission Cathedral
Schleuder's showcases latest shades for chandeliers stand and drop lights in Mission Cathedral and Holland districts. Call to view electrical supplies and home wiring estimates offered by Wallace Gregson, Electrician, at 121 West Mill St.
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Cathedral
Holland
Wallace Gregson
West Mill St
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