Ex Manager Tinker Sold to Superb as for Princely Sam
President Herrmann and the Dodger Boss meet after long talks as Cincinnati trades ex manager Joe Tinker to Brooklyn for $25,000. Bescher moves to New York for Herzog and Hartley, with Herzog possibly named manager or filling shortstop, while Hartley strengthens catching duties.
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Tinkers Views on Brooklyn Sale and Terms
Special Dispatch reports Joseph Tinker negotiating with Brooklyn and Cincinnati clubs over a 25 000 sale for 1914. Tinker demands a 10 000 payment upfront and a 7 500 salary with Brooklyn, while Cincinnati requires a three year deal and aims to aid his finances. The deal followed a dispute between Ebbets and Herrmann at the Waldorf Astoria and includes written confirmations and witnesses.
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Miner Found Dead At Reliance Mine With Missing Leg
In Mt Carmel Pennsylvania on December 12 a miner named Frank Wilkeskie was found dead after work. He stood upright against a wall. one leg was missing and found thirty feet away. The dynamite in his boot leg apparently exploded when it struck a prop.
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High School Speak Easy Scandal Reopens Accountability
DuBois Pennsylvania reports the local Board of Education reinstated twelve suspended students who pledges to abstain after a drinking scandal. Leader Carl Lund, star football player, may not return. Investigations target upperclass gambling and liquor procurement, with a committee appointed to probe.
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Lone Bandit Wields Heist On Express Car
A lone bandit boarded a Southern Pacific express train in New Orleans at 11:30 pm knocked the messenger unconscious and escaped with a package worth 82,000. The train arrived at Harahan, ten miles away, where the robbery was discovered. A deputy sheriff special train headed to Harahan around midnight.
Special Convention Urged by Committee of GOP Lawmakers
A congressional committee of GOP lawmakers calls for a special convention and recommends a national meeting next year to reappoint leadership and address party strategy. The motion aims to mobilize party unity ahead of upcoming elections.
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Iowa
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Campaign money ties link contractors to Albany court case
New York reports reveal James B. Flood and John B. Davis of Flood & Wairt Engineering testified they donated to the Democratic State Committee to win favor with state officials. Other contractors admitted contributions tied to canal and highway contracts amid graft inquiries.
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John C. Bradley
Corning
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Glen Falls
Democratic State Committee
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Tracey Farley
Binghamton
Charles 8S. Rauber
Rochester
Whitmore
Fowler
Arthur A. McLean
William F. Cogley
Utica
McLean
Peter D. Conley
Ithaca
U S Transport Leaves for Tampico to Guard Subjects
Two leaders of national prohibition campaign Mrs Lillian M N Stevens and Mrs Mary Harris Armor are highlighted for their roles in pressing Congress on the cause. Stevens of Maine heads a march to the Capitol steps while Armor from Georgia is credited with aiding the Dry movement in her state.
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Mary Harris Armor
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Maine
United States
Pennsylvania Avenue
Capitol
Armor
Georgia
Mona Lisa Recovered in Florence. Thief Arrested
The Mona Lisa, stolen from the Louvre over two years ago, is found and held at the Florence Prefecture of Police in perfect condition. A man calling himself Vincenzo Perugia tried to sell it to an antiquarian Signor Geri. police shadowed the suspect, arrested him in Florence, and plan to return the painting to Rome for handing to the French Ambassador.
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Como
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Corrado Ricci
Department of Fine Arts
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Sailors From Eldorado Marooned on Easter Island Near Rescue
Eight crew members from the abandoned Eldorado are stranded on Easter Island in the South Pacific. Assistant Secretary Newton says Pacific Coast cutters cannot reach them within range and asks for diplomatic help to obtain a vessel. The State Department may seek a nearby route to Hasterness Island for retrieval. Captain Emery notes the nearest available ship is far away in Honolulu.
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South Pacific
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Haster Island
Emery
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Honolulu
United States
Confession Read Aloud by Police Inspector in Trial
Inspector Faurot dramatically reenacted Schmidt confession before the jury. Schmidt, sobbing, confessed he killed her out of love after being confronted about the crime. He claimed ordination by Saint Elizabeth, while Father Quinn sought to question Schmidt’s priestly status.
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Substitution Prisoners Baffle Police in New York
Police uncover a suspected system where minor criminals serve short terms while others hire to take their place in prison. An investigation began after a man intended for Bidwell's Island on December 1 was found wandering in the city. Authorities report many unemployed youths willing to sell their time as substitutes, though exact mechanisms remain unknown.
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Immigrants Deported From Campanella Arrive in New York
On the Uranium liner Campanella arriving from Rotterdam via Halifax 142 immigrants were aboard who had not been allowed to land at Halifax. Canadian authorities ordered deportation due to lack of required $50 cash before entry. The Uranium line must return the group to Rotterdam.
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New York Assembly Passes Governor’s Recommended Measures
After a nine hour session the New York Assembly approved all of Governor Glynn’s proposals including workmen compensation direct primary Massachusetts ballot deficiency and other appropriation bills and creating a Legislative Bill Drafting Department. Senate passage of the compensation bill stood at 35 to 0. Both houses adjourned sine die amid congratulatory greetings to the governor from lawmakers.
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Refugees On Board Threat Looms as Forces Near City
Report says Fletcher cannot care for refugees aboard ships. Insurgents threaten shelling of the city. Landing of armed forces may be required for the welfare of American personnel. Red victory reported amid ongoing security concerns.
Tampico fighting halts as Fletcher orders cease fire
Rear Admiral Fletcher commands both rebels and federals at Tampico to stop firing and shelters foreigners on ships or the waterfront under heavy gun protection. Secretary Bryan asks for the transport Sumner to evacuate about 500 Americans and other foreigners, with orders for rapid delivery and protection. Fighting reportedly continues with 2,000–3,000 federals and 5,000–6,000 rebels in the city.
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Berwick
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Mexico
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Federals Await Rebel Move at Tampico
In Tampico Mexico City December 12 two thousand Federals sheltered by the gunboat Bravo wait for a rebel advance or another maneuver to decide the seaport. Rebels outnumber Federals and may receive more men from Victoria Tamaulipas as fighting continues with rail yards shops and material under rebel control.
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