Vanderbilt Wedding Dazzles Newport In Frigid Winter
Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt and Miss Elsie French wed at the Zabriski Memorial church of St John the Evangelist in Newport Rhode Island. The ceremony drew hundreds of guests despite the depth of winter and the couple departed for a bridal tour after a wedding breakfast. The church was lavishly decorated and the scene marked a high society event in a quiet off season setting.
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Vanderbilt wedding in Episcopal ceremony at church
Alfred Vanderbilt wed in a near full dress ceremony with relatives and close friends. The service featured Mendelssohn’s march and a grand breakfast with pink, green, and white decor. Bridesmaids included Pauline French Elsa Bronson Isabel Stillman and Edith Gray. maid of honor Gladys Vanderbilt. The couple departed for their honeymoon.
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Neufeld Executed for 1899 Kronmann Murder
William Neufeld was executed in Sing Sing prison by electric chair at 6 05 this evening for the murder of Annie Kronmann, his mother's cousin, in her New York City apartment on August 7, 1899.
Execution at Sing Sing for 83rd electr0ution case
Neufelds was the 83d execution at Sing Sing. He killed Mrs. Kronmann to obtain her jewelry and disposed of some pieces to pawnbrokers, aiding his arrest. Celeste Texas reported one more case: Steve Gratz, a farmer from Alliance, killed himself by gun, the blast destroying the top of his head amid ill health.
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Bailey investigation stalls as McFall withholds charges
Austin January 14 The Bailey investigating committee met this morning and, with McFall not ready to pref er charges, sent him a note demanding immediate word on any charges. If none, the committee will seek volunteer information. House and Senate are in joint session counting votes for governor and lieutenant governor. Governor Sayers names John G. Todd as secretary of state replacing D H Hardy. House committee for alleged Waters-Pierce reinstatement includes Hendrick chair Cole Little Bryan Seabury Lane Decker. W J Bryan added to invitation list for David B Hill address. Senate session recessed.
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Say ers Inauguration Oath to Be Administered Tomorrow
Austin reports Governor Say ers will take the oath for a second term tomorrow in the governor's reception room. The inaugural address will be brief and state officers will also be sworn in early Tuesday before the legislature assembles.
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Neeley Extradition Upheld by U S Supreme Court
The U S Supreme Court rules Neeley must be surrendered to Cuban authorities under the 1899 act. The decision confirms Cuba as foreign territory linked to the Spanish‑American War aims and upholds extradition. Manila reports note Catholic teachers favored for schools. Taft cannot adopt proposed amendments. Memphis covers Phoenix Athletic Club talks with managers about heavyweight bout. West Africa reports British expedition defeating rebels at Dumbutu with notable casualties and captures.
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Supreme Court Hears Huus Case Against Steamship Line
Washington January 12 United States supreme court resumed hearing the case of Charles Huus versus the New York and Puerto Rico Steamship Company Senator Lindsay continued his speech begun Friday as sessions proceed.
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Bishop of London Dead
London mourns as Rt. Rev. Mandell Creighton D D bishop of London dies after illness. The noted church leader, historian and former ambassador of the church to education, passed away today at his London residence.
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Bishop Dies After Prolonged Illness and Surgeries
A bishop born in 1843 died after a lengthy illness. He endured two abdominal operations in recent weeks, ending a record of devoted service.
Freight train wreck near Bryan injures ten cars
Hearne Texas reports Extra freight train No. 127 wrecked at Bryan Saturday evening. Ten cars were ditched and an engine was dispatched from Hearne to clear the wreck.
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Bryan
Italian Steamer Leone Lost Off Corsica
At Lachiapha Corsica on January 14 the Italian steamer Leone is reported lost with numerous bodies washing ashore from the wreck.
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Hat Factory Explosion Kills Ten in Dention Near Manchester
An explosion at a hat factory in Dention near Manchester killed ten people and left many others injured, authorities said. The incident occurred on January 14 and prompted emergency responses from local services.
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Dention
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Governor Dockery Inaugurated In Formal Ceremony
Jefferson City reports Governor Dockery was inaugurated today with imposing ceremonies marking the start of his term.
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