Decree Declares Cuban 1905 Congress Vacant
President Roosevelt via Gov. Magoon decrees all senators and representatives elected in 1905 shall be vacant from October 12, 1906. Vacancies to be filled under the provisional government by election. Critics call the decree unfair and fear a renewed insurrection if troops depart.
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Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription ad claims non alcoholic formula
An advertisement promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a non alcoholic, openly listed formula for women's ailments. It touts physician endorsement, free endorsements by postal request, and mentions accompanying Pleasant Pellets as a laxative and bowel regulator. The copy emphasizes transparency, education, and claims of medical legitimacy.
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Swamp Root Ad Promises Kidney Cure
An old advertisement extols Swamp-Root as a remedy for kidney and bladder trouble across genders. It claims quick, mild effects and offers sample bottles by mail from Dr. Kilmer & Co. in Binghamton New York, urging readers to mention the paper.
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Cuban independence fate hinges on U.S. withdrawal
The passage argues the United States ignored clear indications from Cubans, implying that any U.S. withdrawal would come with acceptance of the need to end Cuban independence and hasten a restoration of control. The text frames withdrawal as equating to recognizing the loss of Cuban self rule.
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Memorial to John Hay at Keneseth Israel
Philadelphia’s Keneseth Israel temple unveiled a memorial window for John Hay, former secretary of state, with Secretary of State Root, Oscar Strauss, Andrew White, and Hay family members in attendance. Dr. Krauskopff led the consecration. Strauss gave introductory remarks and White delivered a historical eulogy. Root delivered the main address.
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City Hall Extortion Indictments Seen in Dunne Court
San Francisco on December 3 Mayor Schmitz and Abram Ruef faced indictments in Judge Dunne's court over extortion in restaurant cases. Both planned to plead not guilty unless an adjournment is requested, with trials expected to start immediately if not. District Attorney’s office reports all indictments from the grand jury are ready for trial.
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Cabinet reshuffle hints at Moody Supreme Court seat
The article reports potential Roosevelt era cabinet changes with Moody slated for the Supreme Court, along with Bonaparte, Strauss, Metcalf, and Cortelyou moving to new posts. It notes no opposition expected and mentions a shift of confirmations to committees, pending formal messages from the president.
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Famine in Russia Hits Millions in Crop Strife
Representatives from the Moscow zemstvo famine relief group report to the Associated Press that crop failure will require aid for about twenty million people for four to ten months to avert starvation until a new harvest.
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Tomb of Cicero Allegedly Found Near Formiae
Naples reports a major archaeological find near Formiae. Remains unearthed are believed to be Cicero’s tomb overlooking the Appian Way and the Via Ercolaneum, suggesting a site tied to the famed orator’s assassination nearly twenty centuries ago.
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Pope May Leave Vatican Carriage Rebuilt For Papal Move
Rome reports the state railroad department ordered reconstruction of the pope s personal railroad carriage unused since 1870 a gilded four cornered car with a portable altar and white velvet upholstery. The move sparks talk the pope may depart the Vatican.
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Supreme Court Keeps Miners in Idaho Murder Case
The U S Supreme Court on December 3 denied habeas corpus for Mayor Haywood and Pettibone tied to the Western Federation of Miners in Idaho. Justice Harlan wrote the opinion, allowing Idaho to continue holding the men for trial on charges related to the murder of former Governor Stellenberg.
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Western Federation of Miners
Idaho
Stellenberg
Harlan
Investigation Opens On Pueblo Land Frauds Coal Transport
E. H. Clark of the Interstate Commerce Commission led an inquiry in Pueblo Colorado assisted by Attorneys Thomas and Marca into alleged land frauds and the role of common carriers in coal and oil production and transportation.
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Mississippi rail case rules against state stops policy
Washington dispatch reports the Mississippi Railroad Commission loses its bid to force all through trains to stop at small stations on the Illinois Central line. The decision limits state authority over train stopping rights and sets a precedent for interstate rail operations. In Manila a separate wartime health inquiry finds plague germs and cholera serum in deceased inoculated prisoners, accusing a lab visitor of mixing dangerous samples.
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