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Newspaper

Bessemer Herald

Location

Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1908

Page

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Inundated Guthrie and Global Affairs Highlight Bessemer News

Guthrie Oklahoma flooded by Cottonwood River. Turkey Austria tensions threaten war prospects. Paris probes Steinheil murder. U S Japan accord cited by Russia and Britain. Post Office deficits and Panama Canal spending noted. Major ship sinkings and arrests feature in wide national coverage.

Guthrie Okla Turkey Austria Paris Steinheil St. Petersburg London Isthmian Commission

Charity groups plan drastic action to remove nonworking babies

Charity organizations in New York consider drastic measures to rid themselves of hundreds of babies deemed unwilling to work. Capt. Ivan de Nazimoff, chamberlain to the Czar and deputy head of the Russian printing office, left New York to review major American print houses. The Kelliher Saskatchewan town business district, a Grand Trunk Pacific rail point, suffered ore-related destruction. Nine firms reported losses totaling $75,000.

New York Ivan de Nazimoff Chamberlain Kelliher Sask Grand Trunk Pacific Railway

Levee Blown Opposite Pine Bluff Ark by Citizens

Government levee opposite Pine Bluff Arkansas was dynamited Wednesday night by two businessmen amid flood fears. The city had earlier asked for a crevasse to save homes and courthouse area as Berlin’s stable and nearby structures face rising water and erosion.

Pine Bluff Ark Berlin

Baby Pu Yi Becomes Chinese Emperor While Mourning Ends

Imperial rites in Peking crown the child Pu Yi as ruler under the name Sisuan-Tung. A brief ceremony sees princes bow to tablet of late rulers then to Pu Yi, who dons a dragon-embroidered robe before firing drums and firecrackers.

Peking Kuang-Hsu China Pu Yi Sisuan-Tung Yehonain’oHe Leoh

Severe winter threatens Colorado cattlemen as losses mount

Cattle on Colorado ranges perish in October snows and recent storms, with thousands more starving and overall losses expected to soar through winter. Headlines warn herds depleted, grass scarce, and high prices for fodder as shipments stall due to poor cattle condition. Charles Lamb, state veterinarian, cites widespread depletion possible before Christmas.

Colorado Park Range Othe Arkansas Valley Charles Lamb

Portuguese Treasury Struggles as November Salaries Loom

The Portuguese treasury has no funds to pay November salaries and its attempt to borrow from the Bank of Portugal was rejected due to weak collateral. The government’s dire finances are fueling unrest as revolutionists exploit the crisis.

Bank of Portugal

Fire Damages Exposition Park Resort Near Meadville

A blaze at Exposition Park near Meadville Pennsylvania caused 106000 dollars in damage. Firefighters responded as flames damaged multiple buildings and authorities dynamited several structures to halt the spread.

Dire Ato

G A R Commander Dies After Illness in Alliance

J O H Sharer commander of the Ohio department of the Grand Army of the Republic died at his Alliance residence after a brief illness believed to be acute indigestion. He was attacked a day or two earlier.

G. A. KR J. O H. Sharer Ohio Grand Army of the Republic

United States Germany Agreement Cuts Letter Postage

The United States and Germany set a new 2 cent postal rate for letters between the two nations, reducing the former 3 cent charge. The revised rate takes effect January 1.

Gierm United States Germany

Six Men Die in Salt Mine Shaft near Detroit

Six men suffocated in a shaft 500 feet deep at a salt mine outside Detroit as the air supply canvas tube became blocked, allowing gas to fill the shaft. Investigation to determine cause underway.

Oakwood Detroit

Mes Clark Found Guilty in Vermilion South Carolina

The Vermilion jury found Mes Clark guilty of manslaughter in the second degree.

United States and Japan Reach Pacific Cooperation Pact

A Washington sourced report describes a five article declaration between the United States and Japan. The pact pledges mutual respect for territorial possessions in the Pacific and defense of China’s independence and integrity while ensuring equal commercial opportunity. It also binds both nations to consult on any complications threatening the status quo.

Washington United States Japan Pacific China Jujuu

Lamphere Guilty of Arson in Laporte

Ray Lamphere was found guilty of arson after a 26 hour jury deliberation in Laporte Indiana Judge John C Richter sentenced him to the penitentiary for an indeterminate term of two to twenty one years and imposed a $5000 fine The verdict followed a partial murder in the second degree holdout and jurors later stated they believed the adult body in the ruins was Mrs Gunness Lamphere also expressed that belief in a post trial statement

Department of Commerce and Labor Illinois la Porte Ind Ray Lamphere Guinness Laporte Irc John C. Richter Lamphere

Figures in the Lamphere Trial

Mutually pledges the two governments to communicate for mutual understanding on events threatening the status quo or the principle of equal opportunity, outlining measures they may consider useful to take.

Rail orders and rate changes ripple through national lines

The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railway orders 20 more cars and contracts for early delivery. The Nuthern Pacific at Brainerd resumes nine hour days. Judge Tricker grants a temporary injunction to Iron Mountain lines against a 2 cent passenger rate and freight tariff. A nationwide Pullman rate sheet presages large annual revenue gains. Chair car fares may rise every ten miles.

Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Nuthern Pacific Railroad Company Brainerd Judge Tricker Federal Littl Falls Ark Iron Mountain Railroad Commission United States Michigan Pullman Company Yeeuent

Defendent Says He Was Lucky After Trial

The defendant described himself as lucky given the evidence, claiming he escaped harsh punishment and maintained his innocence despite the trial proceedings.

What Is Needed for New Ships Admiral Capps Tells

Admiral Capps chief constructor of the navy presents his annual report with estimates for naval construction and repair. He notes an overall increase to 13,540,713 for new vessel work at navy yards and foreign stations, and outlines funding for new ships authorized by Congress as well as submarine torpedo boats and two collier projects.

Admiral Capps Navy W. OL. Capps Navy Grands Congress Heer

Mining Engineer Robbed of 3800 in Kansas City

Martin H. Halloran a mining engineer who arrived from Pittsburgh two months ago was assaulted by two men in Kansas City and robbed of 3800 he had brought to invest. The incident occurred the other night as he prepared to engage in local mining ventures.

Kansas City Martin H. Halloran Pittsburg

Italian Grocer Salvatore Baldona Murdered in Chestnut Hill

Wealthy Philadelphia grocer Salvatore Baldona was found dead near his Chestnut Hill home with head crushed and two gunshot wounds. Police suspect a Black Hand plot in the fatal attack.

Black Hand Vietla Salvatore Baldona Chestnut Hill Philadelphia

Hitchcock Accepted as Postmaster General in Taft Cabinet

Frank Hitchcock has been offered and accepted the position of Postmaster General in Mr. Taft’s cabinet. The appointment was authorized to be announced in New York.

125 Die In Explosion At Marianna Mine

An explosion at the Pittsburgh-Buffalo Coal Company mine Rachel and Agnes in Marianna Washington County Pennsylvania killed at least 125 workers, mostly American or English speaking men. Two on the cage were also killed as the cage was blown 300 feet from the shaft mouth. Rescue crews found many bodies outside the shaft and in the building after the blast. Deputy State Mine Inspector Henry Louttit had just completed a two day inspection with no cause found.

Uayil United States Oakwood Detroit Duke of the Abruzzi Katherine Elkins West Virginia Marianna PittsburghBfalo Coal Company Washington County Pennsylvania Rachel and Agnes Henry Louttit Thompson

Haiti bloodless coup ousts Nord Alexis and names Legitime president

Citizens of Port au Prince organize a coup directing Gen Canal to seize capital. Nord Alexis and most ministers retreat to foreign legations while Gen Legitime becomes new Haiti president. American and French naval presence helps keep peace in a rapid, bloodless transition.

Illinois Pu Yi Princetho China Nord Alexis Haiti Thtri-Color France Gen. Legitime Pine Bluff Ark Paris Sisowath Cambodia Mme. Steinheil J. C. Archbold Stein New York Joseph ©. Librey Joe Standard Oil Alexis Camille Gabriel Canal Senate Des Moines Tacoma Duguay ‘Trouin Santo Domingo Jean Juneau Port Au Prince Celestin Cyrlaque

Cost of the Next Census

The census director estimates 14 117 000 dollars will be needed for the next census in 110, a rise of only 410 000 over the prior general census. If achieved, it would be the first time costs stayed nearly the same as the previous enumeration. Savings come from bureau perfection and owning tabulating equipment rather than renting it.

Census Bureau

University faculty resignations and college leadership changes

Dr. R S Copeland resigns from University of Michigan faculty to become dean of the New York Homeopathic College. Prof Richard C MacLaurin of Columbia accepts MIT presidency. Southern Minnesota teachers push for winter education legislation with allied committees. William Edgar Benson, longtime Kansas City education official, dies at 57. Minnesota regents plan a new anatomy building after fire. John D Rockefeller via GE Board offers Richmond College 150000 dollars with 350000 dollars required from Baptists to build a Baptist university in the South.

R. S. Copeland New York Homeopathic College University of Michigan Richard C. MacLaurin Columbia Massachusetts Institute of Technology Southern Minnesota William Edlgar Benson Kansas City Board of Education ISSU Minnesota Board of Regents General Education Board John D. Rockefeller Richmond College Richmond Baptists South Rockefeller

Livestock and Grain Prices Across Major Markets

Commodity bids from Chicago to Toledo show cattle and hog prices varying by city, with beef and pork classes quoted alongside grain values. Wheat and corn ranges appear across Indianapolis, St. Louis, Detroit, Milwaukee, New York, Buffalo, and Cincinnati, reflecting regional pricing with notes on quality grades.

Chicago Indianapolis Ste. St. Louis Cincinnati Detroit Milwaukee New York Toledo

Two Hundred Perish as Sardinia Burns at Sea

Nearly 200 passengers and crew aboard the Ellerman Line steamer Sardinia are believed lost after a fire destroyed the ship shortly after it sailed from Valletta Malta for Alexandria Egypt. The disaster prompts inquiries and telegrams from maritime authorities.

Ellerman Line Sardinia Alexandria Egypt Valetta Malta

Bank Robbers Loot Towanda Vault for 2500 Dollars

Bank robbers blew open the Towanda State Bank vault in Towanda Kansas early Wednesday and escaped with 2500 dollars on a handcar. A sheriff's posse pursued the robbers.

Kansas Towanda Kan

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