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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1908
Page
1
In Pittsburg on January 10 a bomb exploded at the X North Side home of George Satarano, a fruit dealer, blowing out windows and damaging walls. Satarano and his wife escaped serious harm after previously receiving extortion letters.
In a Martins Ferry letter responding to Ohio Federation of Labor questions, Secretary Taft lays out a clear fair view of injunction use in labor disputes, arguing against any anti union bias. The statement aims to dispel opposition to his presidential candidacy by showing restraint and logic.
A declaration states belief that it is highly beneficial and entirely lawful for laborers to unite in their common interests. The text frames collective action as a legitimate means to advance workers' goals and protect their rights.
Former Senator A M Mills asks the New York Court of Appeals for a new trial for Chester Gillette convicted of the Grace Brown murder at Big Moose Lake on July 11, 1906. District Attorney George W Ward opposes the appeal. three hours of argument occurred with a crowded courtroom.
The Pioneer of Omaha plans a campaign to win a re hearing for Peter Mathiasen who faces execution in Peltrami Minnesota on February 7 for killing J Johanson a fellow Dane. He is described as ignorant and unable to speak English and his lawyers did not speak Danish. He appeals to the paper for help as he has no money.
William Fischer was struck by a train while driving a coal wagon across the Grace and Oneida streets tracks. He died from a skull fracture, broken ribs, crushed nose, and eye injury. The team balked and the passenger train struck the horses, fatally injuring Fischer.
Hennepin county grand jury indicts Charles Brroberg and John Garbrick for a large Minneapolis stock swindle. Bench warrants issued by Judge Holt authorize extradition from New York City and Minneapolis detectives expect to secure the prisoners for trial.
In St Louis Francesco Cascio was shot dead near the home of John Scarriano after a beer visit by Vincenzo Badosta. Badosta fled into an alley. Scarriano cited a family feud but offered no further details. The incident followed a heated exchange where Cascio attempted to kiss a woman who rebuked him.
Cor. Paria Mitin describes a colonial scene where the commandant, moved by Moorish gallantry, claps his hands and shouts Bra vo while advancing with saber and revolver. a vivid snapshot of frontier bravado during patrols.
The California Court of Appeals set aside former Mayor Eugene E. Schmitz's extortion conviction in the French restaurant cases and also cleared Abe Ruef of criminal liability. The decision vacates four indictments and implies both men may be released on bail after posting bonds. The ruling threatens pending bribery indictments and delays by allowing appeals through state courts.
In Chicago Judge Kohlsaat rules the government may keep 400000 in unregistered railroad bonds and other securities traced to safety vaults and banks. The ruling ends the Carter conspiracy case tied to 700000 alleged embezzled funds from river and harbor works in Georgia. Related suits across New York New Jersey West Virginia Georgia and Illinois remain consolidated.
Friends of Tack Jondon fear for his safety as the Snark, bound from Hilo to Marquesas, is overdue after leaving Oct. 7. The vessel may be adrift due to engine damage, with Mrs London and a small crew aboard. The Mariposa is due January 25 with possible news.
San Jose California January 10 Mrs A P Boyd of Portland Oregon and her young son were killed when the Sunset express on the Southern Pacific wrecked at Rucker twenty five miles south of town A tramp is reported dead and eighteen people are being treated at Gilroy hospital The cause remains unknown Two coaches overturned and another was thrown into the country road
In Washington on January 10 the Brownson affair sparked Senate discussion as Senator Hale introduced the navy personnel bill. Senator Tillman pressed for witnesses to testify on the controversy, but Hale favored gathering personnel facts with the bill rather than launching a full investigation into the incident.
Washington January 10 Amid scenes of confusion the house of representatives held a lottery for rooms in the new house office building opposite the Capitol. Only two bridge mills aside, room assignments were the sole business. Speaker Cannon suspended the proceedings to restore order as members crowded the desk where floor plans were displayed. Some found the drawing amusing while others warned for order. The drawing ended in a little over two hours.
Senator La Follette of Wisconsin won senate consent to retire from the committee on military affairs. He gave no reason and said little when pressed. Observers note his dissatisfaction with committee assignments and his lack of interest in military matters.
At Princeton Indiana on January 10 Mack St Clair and Solomon Lawrence shot firers were instantly killed by an explosion in the Princeton Coal Mining Company mine. Eight other men were in the mine and had narrow escapes as the mine suffered heavy damage. The blast is blamed on a windy shot believed fired by St Clair.
In Warsaw on January 10 a revolutionary plot among fortress artillery officers is uncovered, seven officers jailed, and police conduct domiciliary searches across the garrison quarters.
Property listings include a small house on west Bridge Street and a seven room house on west Oakland Avenue with flexible terms. An 80 acre farm with fenced improvements is offered within 30 days. Also 160 acres in Bayfield County Wisconsin and a large tract in North Dakota. Rentals feature five to six room modern houses. Wages offered for general house work and day labor.
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