Colombia Forces Engage Guerrillas Near Cartagena
News from Colombia reports a government unit defeated guerrillas at Santa Catalina near Cartagena, killing two leaders. Combat likely continues at La Cienaga as General Castillo harasses government troops. One thousand troops descended the Magdalena River to Zambrano and joined river forces to confront General Uribe-Uribe at Teneriffe. General Perdome is reportedly nearing Panama to assume power comparable to Bogota's secretary of state.
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Government River
General Uribe-Uribe
Teneriffe
Perdome
Panama
Bogota
Three Criminals Sentenced by State Court
Three desperates sentenced to long prison terms by Judge Aiken in Superior Criminal Court yesterday. John C L Soderquist known as Jack the Slugger to serve seven to eight years. Carl Peterson eight to 10 years. Julius Peterson seven to nine years after conviction. Wives and children present. families pleaded for clemency as sentences were announced and farewells were exchanged. Carl showed nerve and composure while the others faced their fate.
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Aiken
Superior Criminal Court
John C. L. Soderquist
Jack the Slugger
Peterson Brothers
Carl
Julius
Soderquist
Julius Peterson
Papa
Pap
Boston man's gift unveiled in Cranbrook church
The archbishop of Canterbury unveiled a tablet and three windows in Cranbrook parish church Kent funded by RH Eddy of Boston to honor Rev W Eddy who served as vicar from 1589 to 1616. C H Fiske, Eddy trustee, attended and heard the archbishop say that ties between England and America show both peoples share gospel truths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
America
Boston Man Kills Himself in New York
A 22 year old Boston man registered as S Pelser at Puritan House on Bowery and was found dead in his room with a bullet wound and a revolver in his hand. He arrived the previous day at 1 30 PM paid 50 cents for a room and friends called later without response. Night watchman found him at 6 AM. no identification except a Cigarmakers Union card and 40 cents in silver were found.
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New York
Bowery
S. Pelser
Boston
Pelser
Cigarmakers' Union
Horse owner and trainer clash at Gravesend paddock
New York on September 29 reports David Gideon and his trainer A J Joyner fought in the Gravesend paddock before the races. Afterward the stewards fined Joyner 200 dollars and jockey H Cochran 100 dollars for filing a frivolous foul complaint in the final race.
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New York
David Gideon
A. J. Joyner
Gravesend
Joyner
H. Cochran
Castle Island Lighthouse Depot Still Not Settled
Treasury letters show Castle Island site approved in 1900 but debate continues. War Department needed Lovell's Island for troops and Congress funded Castle Island depot with 25 000 dollars in 1902, yet officials say final decision remains unsettled amid protest from South Boston citizens and a later lighthouse board review.
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Treasury Department
Washington, D. C
Patrick A. Collins
Boston
Lighthouse Board
Castile Island
Boston Harbor
War Department
Lovell’s Island
Lighthouse District
Castle Island
Secretary of War
Congress
Massachusetts
HW. A. Taylor
Naphen
Office of the Lighthouse Board
Washington
H. F. Naphen
M. C
House of Representatives
Mass
South Boston
Secretary of the Treasury
Mayor Collins Asked to Preside at Relief Meeting
A city committee plans a mass meeting on October 12 at Huntington avenue grounds to aid striking coal miners. Mayor Collins was invited to preside after a 24 to 11 vote amid union and trades council presence. Admission 60 cents. grandstand seats range from 1.00 to 2.00 dollars.
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Collins
Huntington Avenue
Mitchell
Miners’ Union
Citizens’ Committee
Building Trades Council
Joan L. Turner
H. M Taylor
J. H. Coughlin
W. J. Fitzgerald
Expulsion Likely for Sloan and 50 Americans in France
Paris reports jockey Ted Sloan and about 50 U S citizens face expulsion soon for racing related activities. Authorities cite private baccarat rooms marked cards and private roulette tables as the alleged illegal conduct prompting removal from the country.
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France
Paris
Ted Sloan
Insurrection Breaks Out in Macedonia under Jankoff Command
The Macedonian revolutionary committee reports an uprising in Macedonia led by Jankoff a former Bulgarian colonel with over 3000 fighters divided into bands. A provisional government directs actions in Kastoria Vodena Guerguelli and Neglena. Rail and telegraph lines blocked as Macedonian emigrants are urged to aid.
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Sofifa
Bulgaria
Macedonian Revolutionary Committee
Macedonia
Jankoff
Kastoria
Vodena
Guerguelli
Neglena
Kilroy Trial Set for Murder Charge in East Boston
The Kilroy murder trial is assigned for Oct 6 in Superior Criminal Court before Judges Hardy and DeCourcey for the death of Bridget Kilroy at their East Boston home by beating. Separately, Judge Lawton will preside Oct 18 at East Cambridge for Carter and others charged with killing Police Officer Keefe of Everett. W C VanDerlip’s larceny and embezzlement case is set for Wednesday.
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M. J. Kilroy
Bridget Kilroy
East Boston
Superior Criminal Court
Hardy and
DeCourcey
Lawton and
Harris
Carter
East Cambridge
Keefe
Everett
W. C. VanDerlip
Senator Chandler Renominated at Somerville Convention
The Hon. L. B. Chandler was renomined by acclamation by the third Middlesex Republican senatorial district convention held yesterday afternoon at Citizen Hall in Somerville. The convention re elected Frank E. Dickerman of Somerville to the State central committee.
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Ll. B. Chandler
Middlesex
Citizen Hall
Somerville
Frank E. Dickerman
State Central Committee
Miss Alice Hay to Wed J W Wadsworth Jr at Lake Sunapee
Miss Alice Hay, daughter of Secretary of State Hay, will wed James W. Wadsworth Jr. at Lake Sunapee New Hampshire. The ceremony will be officiated by Rev H C Hayden a commissioned clergyman from Ohio. The couple's families include prominent Washington society figures and U S government links.
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Alice Hay
J. W. Wadsworth, Jr
Lake Sunapee
N. H
Hay
Alice
James W. Wadsworth, Jr
New Hampshire
Jordan
H. C. Hayden
First Presbyterian Church
Cleveland
Washington
Payne Whitney
Adelbert Hay
United States
Pretoria
Adam Tarnowski
Legation
Miss Hay
Mr. Wadsworth
James W. Wadsworth
Geneseo
N. Y
Harvard
Wadsworth
Livingston County
Craig Wadsworth
London
Clarence Mackay
William A. Dyer
Kaiser Pardons Duellist in Jena Duel Case
Emperor William pardons Lieutenant Thieme who received 27 months in fortress for killing student Helf in a January pistol duel at Jena. News from Jena shows dissatisfaction as student clubs protested forcing Hell to duel one of the army’s best marksmen.
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Berlin
William
Thieme
Helf
Jena
Hell
Adams withdraws and congratulates Foss in 11th district race
Colonel Melvin O Adams withdraws from the 11th district congressional contest, endorsing Eugene N Foss for a unanimous nomination. Adams writes a courteous letter praising Foss and pledging support, while Foss emphasizes tariff reform as the basis of his win and unity for the November vote.
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Foss
Adams
Clarke
Congressman Foss
1Lth
Melvin O. Adams
Watterson Attacks Louisville Critics Over 400 Debate
Henry Watterson fires back at critics of his denunciation of New York's 400. He defends the Courier-Journal's coverage, denounces class arrogance and wealth influence, and argues against a caste system, urging plain speaking and public integrity over genteel excuses.
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Louisville
Henry Watterson
New York
Courier-Journal
Briers
Washington
Franklin
Jefferson
Hamilton
Adams
Riot in New York Streets Sparks Police Reserve Callout
In New York on September 29 a feud between rival factions from the Ghetto and near the Chinese quarter escalated into a full riot. About 200 people clashed with clubs revolvers knives and bricks leaving many wounded. Thirteen arrests followed as the death of Mike Dowe from the prior beating sparked the violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Mike Dowe
Secretary Root Will Not Retire
Secretary of War Elihu Root arrived in New York and denied rumors he would leave the Cabinet. He said he has given no thought to retirement and will resign only when he decides, with no rumors afterward and the public informed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Elihu Root
Defends Education Bill as Parliament Urges Compliance
Sir Michael Hicks Beach, former chancellor of the exchequer, spoke in Bristol arguing the education bill offers a peaceful path to extend elementary education and resolve denominational school tensions. He warned ratepayers and local authorities against resisting Parliament and blamed the War Office for rising national expenditure, urging military reforms over civil changes.
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London
Michael Hicks- Beach
Bristol
Michael
Sir Michael
War Office
Barnes Lost His Diamond
Gertrude McPherson of 58 Shawmut avenue was arrested by Division 6 last night charged with larceny of a diamond stud valued at 150 dollars from Edward F. Barnes of Newton Centre. Barnes met the woman on Tremont street and later claimed the diamond was missing after an altercation drew police attention. McPherson, about 40, is described as an old offender.
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Gertrude McPherson
Shawmut Avenue
Division 6
Edward F. Barnes
Newton Centre
Barnes
Tremont Street
McPherson
Coal operators press for protection to ensure coal supply
John Markle, coal operator, disputes President Mitchell on miners sentiment and says New York needs protection to secure coal. He dismisses Catholic society influence as prolonging the strike and outlines a national plan by Mr. Myrick to win three million voters and push government ownership of coal mines with leagues and branches nationwide.
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New York
John Markle
Mitchell
Mr. Markle
Myrick
League
Marquette Building
Chicago
Lafayette Place
Coal League Launched by Herbert Myrick in Springfield
Herbert Myrick announced the launching of the People's Coal League in Springfield. The group calls for federal ownership and administration of coal mines in the interest of the people, aiming to provide a lasting solution to coal shortages and price volatility.
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Springfield
Mass
People's Coal League
Herbert Myrick
League of Domestic Producers
Myrick
Kiernan Bride Weds New York Doctor in Chelsea Church
Miss Annie L Kiernan daughter of the late Patrick Kiernan a railroad contractor married Sept 21 at St Rose Church Chelsea to Dr Eugene J Gallagher of New York City. Attendants were nieces Anna and Kathryne Maloney of East Boston with a reception at 46 Second Street the bride’s home.
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Annie L. Kiernan
Patrick Kiernan
St. Rose Church
Chelsea
Eugene J. Gallagher
New York City
Anna
Kathryne Maloney
Boston
Second Street
Fels Naptha Soap Eases Daily Laundry Worries
A practical tip suggests using Fels Naptha soap to cut laundry time and reduce daily worry. The advice highlights efficiency and peace of mind from a simple cleaning product.
Somerville School Board Rules Talk and Staff Leave
The Somerville School Board spent most of last evening interpreting its rules. Agent Leach of the Massachusetts Humane Society asked to visit every public school classroom to organize mercy bands and teach kind treatment of animals. The request was referred to the rules committee for report. Highland School master George B. Nicols, after 25 years teaching, was granted a year of unpaid leave for health reasons, with J Sherman Richardson elected to fill the vacancy.
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Somerville
Agent Leach
Massachusetts Humane Society
Bands of Mercy
Jones
George B. Nicols
Highland School
J. Sherman Richardson
Alger Appointed to Senate by Detroit Governor
Detroit September 29 General Russell A Alger received a telegram from Governor Bliss offering him the United States senate seat left vacant by the death of James McMillan.
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Alger
Senate
Detroit
Russell A. Alger
Bliss
United States
James McMillan
Requiem Mass for D J Mul Queeney Held in South Boston
A solemn requiem mass for Daniel J. Mul Queeney of Arlington who died on September 9 will be celebrated at St Peter and Paul Church West Broadway South Boston tomorrow morning at 8 oclock The deceased was well known in South Boston and many friends will attend to pay tribute to his memory.
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Daniel J. Mulqueeney
Arlington
Peter and Paul's Church
West Broadway
South Boston
Pressmen's Union 67 Considers injunction defense plan
A largely attended meeting of Printing Pressmen's Union 67 last evening reviewed the attempt by the New England Railway Publishing Company to obtain an injunction against the union and the Allied Printing Trades Council. The group decided to secure John Weaver Sherman as counsel with Harry J. Jaquith joining, who previously assisted in the teamsters' injunction case.
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Printing Pressmen's Union 67
New England Railway Publishing Company
Allied Printing Trades Council
John Weaver Sherman
Harry J. Jaquith
Sherman
Teamsters
FREIGHT HANDLERS AID MINERS IN PENNSYLVANIA
Boston labor groups join miners in Pennsylvania strike relief. The No. 5572 assembly votes 100 toward aid and urges other unions to contribute. Massachusetts unions urged to act. Subscriptions to Maurice Connors 47 Meade St Charlestown or John Malone 9 Lawrence St or Thomas Connors Malden will be received and forwarded.
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Boston
Pennsylvania
Assembly
Massachusetts
Maurice Connors
Meade Street
Charlestown
John Malone
Lawrence Street
Thomas Connors
Malden
Electrical workers strike expands to halt all city wiring
The electrical workers strike continues with about 260 workers out and plans to call more men. The forthcoming mobilization could paralyze all inside electrical work in the city, halting both new construction and repairs.
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Hub Gore
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Hub Gore Makers
Beach Street
Colombia
Boston Man’s Gift
Kilroy
Senator Chandler Renomi
Chemip-Electro Institute
Yie Hay
Wadsworth, Jr
Kaiser
Faneuil Hall
Colonel Adams
Watterson
Root
Markle
Coal League
Gallagher
Kiernan
D. J. Mulqueeney
Pressmen’s Union
Peng
Eta
Boylston Street
Imeghanics
Huntington Ave
Sphinney
J. Woodward Manning
Bertha Stevenson
Laboratory Kitchen
Cambridge
Dr. King
Scotia
King Dental
Washington Street
Avt
Jordan's
White's
Crosby’s
Tel
Oxford
C. E. Davis Optical CO
Park $Q
Allston
Mary H
James Harvey Collins
Harvard Avenue
Darling
Edward Barnard
Charles KK
Mary F. Te Red
Forest Hills Chapel
Gage
Roxbury
Carrie Emma
Isaac Gage
Westminster Avenue
Bath
Tays
Lola E. Tays
Frank Tays
Eliot Street
Haverhill
Johanna Foegely
South Bend
Ind
David Kennedy
Dr. David Kennedy Corporation
Rondout
WN Y
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