Brantley Faces Threat to Ways and Means Seat Over Lumber Tariff
Atlanta Journal reports Georgia Democrat Brantley labeled undesir able as leaders plan to punish 42 lawmakers who backed lumber duties. The Ways and Means Committee may be used to assign all next Congress members while Brantley defends his 6 percent ad valorem lumber duty vote and urges representation for diverse tariff views to maintain party harmony.
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Atlanta Journal
Washington
House
Ways and Means
Wm. Schley Howard
Samuel J. Trubble
Georgia
Congress
Brantley
Pou
North Carolina
Randell
Texage -Broussard
Louisiana
Democratic House
Ways and Means Committee
Insane Man Injures Four In Cincinnati Hospital
A 215 pound inmate at Cincinnati’s Strong ward seized a knife during a life and death fight and ran amuck injuring two nurses and two patients. Other inmates sustained injuries as authorities restrained the assailant in the hospital.
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Cincinnati
Fake local men swindle in Savannah arrests linked to Brunswick victim
A Savannah Chem City man posing as B A Lang was drawn into a bogus business scheme run by three strangers named H J Hafer A L Bush and E E L Bush. Lang who lives in Brunswick reported he left $ watch and a charm worth 40 as security and sought return of his property after deciding not to enter the venture. Police arrested the trio on charges of cheating and swindling with A Bush identified as the principal speaker.
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B. A. Lang
Savannah
Savannah Press
H. J. Hafer
A. L. Bush
EE. L. Bush
R. A. Lang
Brunswick
Lang
Liberty Street
West
York Street
Lange
The
Trinity
Christmas Eve Rush Closes Week of Busy Brunswick Stores
Crowds flood Brunswick shops on Christmas Eve as last minute shoppers swarm stores before midnight. Weather promises a cold but fair day after a light rain, while Southern Express and post office handle a surge of packages as they prepare for Saturday deliveries. The biggest crowd came yesterday with strong business for merchants.
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Brunswick
Southern Express Company
Insurgents Stir Wyoming Politics in Fusion City Hopes
Wyoming political turmoil grows as insurgent Republicans push Carey for the Senate while ex Governor Carey faces a party split. Senator Warren leaves Washington for Cheyenne as nine-man Republican majority in the legislature looms. Senator Clark and Warren, both conservatives, navigate renewed efforts before the new legislature convenes.
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Ophington
Wyoming
Francis E. Warren
Washington
Cheyenne
Carey
Intermountain States
Senate
United Democratic
Clarence D. Clark
Judiciary Committee
Warren
Clarke
Politi
L Feneral
Theater Fire Destroys Shu bert Theater in New Orleans
New Orleans December 23 The Shubert theater and several adjacent buildings on Baronne street were destroyed by fire this morning with estimated losses around 150000. Other fires in Libia and Toledo caused further damages estimated at 100000 and 225000 respectively.
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New Orleans
Shubert
Baronne Street
Mott Auction Draws Crowds With Deep Discounts
The Mott jewelry auction attracted a crowded store as diamonds and watches sold for about one third of their value. Four presents were given away and four more plus a $50 tea set were promised, with the safe to close tonight as Mr. Mott sacrifices stock to raise cash.
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Mott
Egger
Aviator Cecil Grace Feared Lost Crossing Channel
London reports no news on Cecil S. Grace the American aviator who vanished in fog while attempting a Calais to Dover crossing. A large search by motor boats and warships continues as officials probe his fate in the North Sea with the Baron De Forest prize worth $20,000 in play.
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London
Cecil S. Grace
Calais
France
Dover
North Sea
Grace
Baron de Forest
Mrs F M Bragan Dead After Pneumonia Illness
Mrs F M Bragan died at noon after several days of pneumonia at 2025 Union Street. She is survived by her husband one sister Mrs Clark and a brother. The funeral will be today at 2 pm conducted by Rev W W Budd of the First Methodist Church.
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F. M. Bragan
Union Street
Clark
W. W. Budd
First Methodist Charch
Postoffice Announces Christmas Hours
Postmisce Smitt states the post office will be open until noon on Christmas Day and Monday observed as Christmas for receipt and delivery of all mail and registered matter. A thorough carrier delivery will follow Monday after the main mail arrives. Christmas on Sunday reduces Sunday hours tomorrow to half day to avoid congestion.
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Postmisce
Smitt
Tres Loex Postoffice
Mother Saves Baby From Fire After Tying Infant to Pillows
In Chicago on December 23 Mrs. E J Cox, trapped in an upper story blaze, hurled her infant to a neighbor below after tying the child between two pillows. The baby was caught and the mother, later rescued, escaped as the home burned.
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Chicago
E. J. Cox
Lavy
A. B. & A. to Open Macon Office
The Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic railroad will open a Macon commercial agent office beginning Jan 1. W. I. Middleton will fill the role, moving from freight agent in Atlanta. J. C. Ligeour will be replaced by Geo. A. Cartwright as division freight agent. R. D. Moore becomes assistant general freight agent. Geo. Land shifts to division freight agent with no change in duties.
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Macon
Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad
W. I. Middleton
Atlanta
J. C. Ligeour
Fitzgerald
Geo. A. Cartwright
R. D. Moore
Geo. Land
Division
Fire at Morris & Co stockyards plant claims 26 lives
Chicago authorities report 26 dead from the Morris & Co stockyards blaze as firemen fought the flames overnight. Three more cadavers were recovered this morning. elevated damage hits warehouses as crews battle the inferno and aid efforts receive initial relief pledges of fifty thousand dollars.
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Chicago
Stockyards
Morris & Co
Horan
Morris
Christmas Services at St Mark's Church
Services on Christmas Day include Holy Communion at noon and 7 30 a m, morning prayer with Holy Communion at 11, and a shortened evening prayer at 4 with children urged to attend. A children’s Christmas tree is planned for Holy Innocent’s day on the 28th at 3 p m. No Sunday school. a children’s service is set for 4 p m.
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St. Mark’s Church
All Local Stores To Close Monday
Christmas Eve bustle eases as Brunswick observes Christmas Day with a universal Monday closing. Stores suspend all business as a well earned day of rest follows the holiday shopping rush.
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Brunswick
Bank Robbers Blow Safe in Britton Heist
Five masked robbers blew the Peoples' Savings Bank vault at Britton and fled town without taking loot. A large posse of citizens pursued the attackers after the vault was struck and shots were exchanged. The episode stirred the town as authorities review the break in.
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Adrian
Mitch
Peoples’ Savings Bank
Britton
Puritan Will Be Raised Under Navy Contract
The monitor Puritan sunk in Chesapeake Bay after explosive gelatine experiments will be raised by Merritt Chapman Wrecking Co for 25000 dollars. The contract was signed today by Acting Secretary of the Navy Winthrop.
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Washington
Cheasapeake Bay
Merritt-Chapman Wrecking Company
Winthrop
First Wedding in Missouri Penitentiary Held
Iverson City Mo Dec 23 The first wedding solemnized in the Missouri penitentiary occurred today with Chas Beach am marrying Ruth Rich at his request. Beacham, serving a two year sentence for assault with intent to kill, was paroled for the ceremony and vows to live a proper life. Chicago Dec 28 The rail wage dispute between the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and 61 railroads has grown critical with a potential sudden break in negotiations. Mediator Neill has not spoken as talks continue on wage increases and arbitration options.
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Iverson City
Hadley
Ruth Rich
Chas Beacham
Beacham
Chicago
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Charles P. Neill
Christmas Toy Day in Philadelphia
Philadelphia observes Christmas Toy Day as autos deliver Santa Claus to the city’s needy. The event began two years ago via an afternoon newspaper and has grown into a local holiday tradition with trips beginning in the morning and continuing until nightfall.
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Philadelphia
Santa Claus
House Breaks All Records With 35000 Bills Introed
Washington reports the present house of representatives has introduced 35000 public and private bills by the close of the session on March 4, an increase of 7500 over the 60th congress, signaling a historic output in legislative activity.
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HOUSE
Washington
House of Representatives
Trust Company President To Receive 59000 Christmas Gift
New York December 23 The Central Trust Company will present its president James N Wallace with a 59000 check as a Christmas gift. Wallace started his career with the company as a clerk.
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New York
The
Central Trust Company
James N. Wallace
Wallace
Confederate Records Burned In Norfolk Hall Fire
Confederate records that could not be replaced were destroyed by fire last night in Odd Fellows Hall in Norfolk. The blaze caused an estimated loss of 40000 dollars and was traced to a lighted cigar discarded by an unknown person.
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Norfolk
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Austria-Hungary Protests Portugal Expulsion Law
Austria Hungary joined Germany in protests to Portugal over an announced expulsion law affecting Austrian and German missionaries from Portuguese colonies.
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Berlin
Austria-Hungary
Germany
Portugal
London speech of blood stirs diplomatic backlash
Washington dispatch reports complaints from Germany over Commander Sims remarks at a London dinner. Secretary of the Navy seeks an official verbatim copy after Sims' controversial line in the Guildhall, with naval officers noting the charged phrasing and potential impact on U S Germany relations.
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Washington
Wm. 8S. Sims
Minnesota
Guildhall
London
Secretary of the Navy
Sims
Germany
Washington Dispatch
Cook Will Devote His Life to Righting Wrong
Newark reports Dr Kpa A a man from Peeee eg plans to stay in the United States to convince people of his true intentions. He says he will return to his native land and that his wife and children abroad will join him here, claiming American citizenship and protection under the flag.
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Newark
HSC
Kpa
Peeee
Brooklyn
A Can
Walddt-Astoria
Cook
Deadly Philadelphia Leather Fire Leaves Fourteen Bodies
Philadelphia reports fourteen dead from the leather factory fire on Wednesday night as crews clear debris. Police and firemen anticipate no further recoveries.
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Philadelphia
Arkansas Battleship to be Launched January 14
The Navy Department announced the 26,000 ton battleship Arkansas will be launched January 14 at Camden New Jersey. The event marks a major step in naval construction with officials and workers preparing for the ceremony.
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Arkansas
Washington
Navy Department
Camden
N. J
Take Over Harriman Lines by Oregon Washington R R
A valuation of 115 million dollars is placed on Harriman railroad property to be absorbed by the Oregon Washington railroad, recently organized to take over Harriman properties in the northwest.
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Portland
Ore
Oregon-Washington Railroad
Harriman
Northwest
National Bank of Brunswick Declares Semiannual Dividend
The Directors of the National Bank of Brunswick declare a dividend of four percent out of six months earnings. Payable after Jan 3, 1911 to shareholders of record as of Dec 22, 1910. Checks will be mailed. Brunswick, Ga.
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National Bank of Brunswick
G. H. Sheldon
Brunswick
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