Lawyer Sullivan Convicted of Juror Bribery
A Chicago lawyer named Sullivan was convicted of bribing a jury and fined 2000 dollars. Fire insurers reported paying 160 million dollars for ashes in the year nearing its end. Captain Albert O. Marsh of Winchester was named pension agent at Indianapolis to replace Captain J. D. Leighty whose term ends January 1.
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Sullivan
Chicago
Albert O. Marsh
Winchester
Indianapolis
J. D. Leighty
House votes 163 to 128 on Philippines revenue bill
The bill to provide temporary revenue for the Philippines passed the House on Wednesday by a 163 to 128 vote. Five Republicans opposed the measure and three Democrats voted in favor.
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Philippines
House
United States Navy to Fleet Caribbean Force
The United States plans a strong Caribbean naval force in case of conflict between Germany and Venezuela. The designation includes battleships Kearsarge Alabama Illinois Indiana Massachusetts and other vessels as deterring and rapid response units.
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United States
Caribbean Sea
Germany
Venezuela
Kearsarge
Alabama
Illinois
Indiana
Massachusetts
Bryan's Future as Democratic Leader Questioned
The passage questions whether Bryan will lead the Democratic Party or be replaced by a Democrat or hybrid opponent. It suggests his harsh doctrines will influence party direction for years despite potential leadership changes.
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Bryan
Herald backs traction franchise with town pull back string
The Herald endorses granting the S. G. and B. Traction Company a franchise but urges the town board to attach a string. It notes this is the paper’s first recommendation to impose a pull-back condition on a franchise.
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The
Herald
S. G. & B. Traction Co
Town Board
Fool friends meddling tongues dimmed Sampson and Schley glory
A critic argues that interference by admirals rivals bitterly harmed the reputations of Sampson and Schley, suggesting their true achievements would shine brighter in history if not for meddling voices.
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Sampson
Schley
Secretary Gage Resignation Seen as Personal Choice
The piece argues there is no basis for a rift with the President over Gage's resignation. It notes widespread belief that he seeks retirement after five years in service, during which he has incurred personal financial loss.
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Secretary Gage
Gage
Syrian order forces naturalized Americans to renounce or leave
Syria issues a Beirut order demanding all naturalized Americans renounce their status or depart within fifteen days. The American legation in Constantinople protests to the Turkish government, risking wider Turkey United States tensions.
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Syria
America
Beirut
Constantinople
Turkey
United States
Suit Against Goebel Estate By Detectives
Two detectives sue the William Goebel estate for 5000 dollars each for supplying evidence against Youtsey. Question raised why they were not paid from a 100000 dollar appropriation for that purpose. Bloodhounds remark on feeding after hound hunts. One outcome of the Sampson Schley dispute is Macay’s removal from Navy service for violating civil service protections.
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William Goebel
Youtsey
Sampson-Schley
Maclay
Navy Department
Roosevelt Rebuke to General Miles At White House
President Roosevelt chastised General Miles in a public White House meeting with several observers present. The rebuke related to Miles’s outspoken views on the Dewey report concerning the Schley investigation.
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Roosevelt
General Miles
White House
Dewey
Schley
Argentina and Chile Seek Arbitration to Avert War
The Argentine minister is recalled from Chile amid strained relations. Argentina proposes arbitration by the King of England, a plan Chile says was its original offer, suggesting a possible settlement without war.
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Argentina
Chili
England
Filipinos Accused of Aiding Rebels by Supplying Ammunition
A report claims many Filipinos including a Presidente and vice-Counselors in Misamis have been found guilty of aiding rebels by furnishing ammunition. It questions how often Filipinos in civil offices under American rule betray the Americans to help insurgents.
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Province of
Misamis
Pro-Boer Critics Named Over Mule Purchases For War
The text questions English government spending of thirty two million dollars on mules in this country for the South African war. It argues that anti British cries to close markets harm American farmers and could risk a significant sale loss, framing critics as not friends to farmers.
Monkey Emulsion Cure Prompts Circus Monkeys Scam
A Barnum's Circus report claims Scott's Emulsion cures monkey consumption by dosing in cage. After an accidental spill, monkeys lapped it up and shown fewer deaths, with the pitch that buying emulsion is cheaper than replacing monkeys. Trade mark and free sample offer included.
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Scott
Scott & Bowne
Dr. Kilmer & Home of
Swamp Root. Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Farmers rally as Boers invited to buy in America
Fragmentary OCR shows a nationalist stance praising farmers and inviting Boer buyers to purchase in the United States. No clear date or organization is established in readable text. The tone hints at agricultural or trade sentiment amid foreign buyers.
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Farmers of America
Ameria
GermanyAffirms Monroe Doctrine in Venezuela Claims
Germany assures the United States that its actions against Venezuela will not threaten the Monroe doctrine or antagonize Washington. The pledge marks friendly relations and counters any view that Berlin seeks to counter U.S. policy.
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United States
Venezuela
Germany
Crampacker Bill Aims to Cut Congressional Seats
Indiana representative Crampacker introduces a bill to reduce congressional representation in states with large disfranchised voter blocks. If enacted the plan would cut Alabama by 8, Florida 1, Louisiana 8, Mississippi 2, North Carolina 3, and South Carolina 2, totaling 14 seats, based on twelfth census illiteracy data.
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Crampacker
Indiana
Congress
Alabama
Florida
Louisiana
Mississippi
North Carolina
South Carolina
New York Conference Aims to Ease Labor Capital Tensions
A conference in New York between labor and capital representatives seeks closer relations and understanding. It is not a cure for all labor disputes, but aims to reduce misunderstandings and prevent strikes that cause harm while offering wiser councils to both sides.
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New York
State Factory Inspector reports continued prosperity since 1897
Moe Abee, factory inspector, issues his annual report noting the wave of prosperity since 1897. He cites widespread employment, higher wages, and a shortage of skilled workers across trades. The piece links manufacturing gains to rising farm prosperity reported by the New York World, signaling broad national growth.
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Moe Abee
Farmers of America
New York
America
Indiana Appointments Stir National Headlines
Democratic papers magnify every Indiana appointment incident to inflame Senate Beveridge and Fairbanks tensions and push for a split with President Roosevelt. The piece argues a Republican party disturbance is their only path to victory while noting room for both Indiana senators to pursue goals without clashing.
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Indiana
Fairbanks
Beveridge
Roosevelt
Senate
House of Representatives
Republican Party
Indiana Democrats Back Two Senators Amid Internal Rift
A sizable portion of Indiana Democrats praise both United States Senators for their leadership. They expect the pair to remain in the Senate while they wish, even as Republican ascendancy grows. The party's split over Fairbanks and Beveridge undermines potential gains.
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Democratic
Indiana
Union
United States
Senate
Republican Party
Fairbanks
Beveridge
Monroe Doctrine Misread in German Demands on Venezuela
The article warns Venezuela misinterprets the Monroe doctrine noting Germany seeks damages for German citizens. It states the doctrine bars European territorial claims but allows enforcement of just claims without U S. interference, and that Germany should settle without harming Venezuela’s government or territory.
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United States
Venezuela
Germany
South
Central America
Senator Tour's Island Becomes Free Bee Spot
A quirky note suggests Senator Tour pick an island and advertise free bees there for a period. The idea imagines eradicating anarchists worldwide and then marooning any remaining foes.
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Tour
Benz Bros Office Schedule in Batesville Township
Township notices invite parties to transact business with Trustee Michael Benz each Saturday at the Benz Brothers office in Batesville Laughery Township. Call on that day to meet the Township Trustee.
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Benz Bros
Batesville
Michael Benz
Laughery Tp
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