07 Dec 1905
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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1905
Page
1
Washington reports a four hour plus House debate on the Panama canal appropriation of 16 1 million dollars. Critics from both parties assailed the canal commission for vague expenditures and wished for a clearer account of costs and duties of a high salary press agent position.
New York Dec 6 Albert T Patrick, convicted of the murder of William Marsh Rice, was sentenced to the electric chair for the week beginning January 22 after a final plea in his own defense. An appeal to the Supreme Court of the United States on a writ of error will be taken.
In Albuquerque New Mexico on December 6 Harry A Schultz fired two shotgun blasts at Capt W W Sleight, believed to be too attentive to Mrs Schultz, but missed. Schultz is bound over to the next grand jury term on charges of attempting to kill Sleight. Sensational revelations expected at trial.
Chicago dispatch reports famed singer Mme Calve arrived from St. Louis and was taken to the Auditorium Annex after falling ill from eating overripe fruit en route. She is under a physician's care as inquiries at the apartment continued.
Des Moines delegates from across the state gather for the Iowa Retail Implement Dealers association convention. The session, one of the largest in state history, features an extensive program including a banquet and social events.
Washington reports Wyoming will see fall like weather with cool days and cold nights. The twenty four hour local data shows a maximum of 6 degrees and a minimum of 22 degrees with unsteady conditions noted by the observer.
London dispatch reports Lieut. Gen. Sakharoff killed by a woman from the flying columns in Saratoff while visiting to quell riots. Count Witte tasked with informing Madam Sakharoff as fears grow of a military dictatorship and erosion of promised liberties. Father Gapon travels to Paris under secrecy.
New York December 6 delegates from twenty six states and civic organizations gather for a two day national conference on immigration called by the National Civic Federation to discuss various aspects of the problem and possible solutions.
J Joseph Mo December 6. Surgeons connected with the Rock Island railroad system meet for their third annual convention. attendance reported to be large.
In Quebec on December 6 Mme Sarah Bernhardt and her company left under police escort after a mob pelted the French players with rotten eggs and missiles following unkind remarks by Sarah Bernhardt about French Canadians and clergy.
Diizabeth New Jersey December 6. Members of the New Jersey State Grange Patrons of Husbandry from across the state have gathered at the state house for the annual meeting opening this morning. Master George F Gaunt of Mullica Hill presided at the session and delivered the annual address. Delegates from the National Grange are among those in attendance and several papers and reports on topics of interest to grangers were read.
Paris dispatch reports the senate passed the church and state separation bill 181 to 102 after a long debate. Enthusastic scenes followed with cries for liberty as the measure moves to the official journal for immediate effect. It guarantees freedom of conscience with limits to protect public order.
George W. Perkins is elected chairman of the Pere Marquette railroad and also holds the same office on the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton path. The dual leadership places him as executive head on both boards.
Dublin report from December 6 states the National convention passed resolutions denouncing the government of Ireland and outlawing Wm. O'Brien and supporters while pledging support to John Redmond. Moderates were silenced as calls for continued opposition until home rule is granted grew.
Rome reports on good authority that the Duke of Abruzzi, king Victor Emmanuel's cousin, is organizing a Central Africa expedition. He travels to Paris and London to arrange transport and gear for a scientific mission. He has prior polar and other expeditions in the last decade.
Railroad men and engineers nationwide follow the Duke Smith air brakes tests on four Pittsburg and Lake Erie freight locomotives. The engines operate in regular service and will undergo several weeks of severe testing to gauge performance before broader adoption.
The United German Singers of Philadelphia mark their twenty-fifth anniversary with a concert at the Academy of Music tonight featuring a chorus and solo numbers. The city’s German singing societies, part of the federation, total at least thirty members. Tomorrow evening a Commerzball event will be held at the Har Socery ball where the group is based.
Washington December 6 The Senate opened business with several bills on issues from railroad rate regulation to tariff schedules. A resolution by Mr Newlands to have the Interstate Commerce Commission draft a national corporation act for railroads drew criticism from Mr Spooner and was opposed by a delay on Mr Tillman’s proposal to investigate national bank contributions to campaigns.
The Constantino ple correspondent reports that modified proposals of the ports are acceptable to the powers. Paris notes that the foreign office regards the controversy as practically closed.
Washington pec 6 The senate adopted a resolution directing the judiciary committee to inquire into and report whether Congress has authority to supervise fire life and accident insurance under the constitution. The senate then went into executive session at 1 56 o'clock.
San Domingo December 6 politics stirs great excitement as men are under arms but peace remains. no understanding yet between President Morales and Vice President Ca ceres, but a quiet settlement is deemed likely this afternoon.
John S. Grady a respected Grand Junction citizen and lodge member collapsed and died as he entered the Abbey saloon while planning to buy a drink. He left a widow and one daughter. Death attributed to natural causes CAUBER.
Master Cyril Smith aged 13 arrives in New York from London aboard the St Louia to take the role of Cosmos in Allce Sit by the Fire. The English child actor is known for working with Ethel Barrymore and Sir Henry Irving and is noted for his early stage start.
Senator Chauncey M. Depew resigns from the directorate of the Equitable Life Assurance Society. Provident Morton announced the move today in New York.
Berlin dispatch reports growing liberal pressure aiming at Count Witte and a Moscow agrarians move calling for cabinet dismissal. Times correspondent cites certainty of a St Petersburg garrison revolt with reports of peasant whippings ordered by General Sakharow.
Los Angeles dispatch reports Lieutenant General and Chief of Staff Andy R. Chaffee warning that the United States will endure another war. He urged intelligent preparation and scientific training for modern conflict, noting the need to defend national interests against powerful militaries, including Japan.
Kenneth Quigley, seven, son of Mr and Mrs David Quigley of Rustic Colorado, died after his horse stumbled on the way home from school in Manhattan. The fall shattered the boy instantly according to town reports.
Seattle dispatch claims Capt Amundsen from Eagle City Alaska found the north magnetic pole. The note credits discovery to Ross in 1851, though some scholars doubt the claim. The mosaic to Nensen describes a dog team trek from Herschel Island to Eagle City.
Whablington leader says Senate activists expect a majority to push the statehood bill. Reverides, chairman of Territories, expects passage in the same form as reported last session, admitting Oklahoma and Indian Territory as a state and New Mexico and Arizona as another.
In Girard Kansas Ina Berry, emaciated and exhausted after a prolonged standoff, was removed from a Frisco railway coach toilet room amid ammonia fumes. She fired once at her captor but was overpowered by two officers. She is to be delivered to the probate court after assurances of protection.
Eloise Breeze of New York married Lord Willoughby Eresby heir to the Earl of Ancaster in a Westminster ceremony at St Margaret’s church. A distinguished gathering attended the wedding signaling continued Anglo American ties.
Tokio reports the Marquis Ito will not arrive today to present his Korea mission report to the emperor. The postponement is viewed as highly significant and suggests a cabinet change, with Ito now expected December 7 rather than December 6.
General Weyler, former war minister, takes offense at General Luque's speech promising to restore discipline. Military leaders foresee a possible clash between the two generals in Madrid.
Chicago cattle receipts steady to 10 cents lower with heifers and cows near 125. Market totals show cattle and calves around 2000, stockers and feeders near 900,000. Sheep receipts about 22,000 with steady prices. lamb and hog figures indicate mixed movement across regions and weight classes.
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