Bryan rally for Beckham in Kentucky Senate race
W. J. Bryan urged Kentucky Democrats to back former Governor Beckham for the U S Senate, insisting personalities should not influence the vote. He warned against aristocratic lawmakers and urged resignations for those who do not follow the voters. Beckham held a 65 to 63 edge in separate ballots with a joint ballot due next, while Beckham supporters pressed for joint voting.
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Army prep drive urged for larger force and canteen repeal
Brigadier General Crozier told the House Military Affairs Committee that rifles and ammunition are ample for up to 731,000 infantry with Model 1903 rifles replacing Krag-Jorgensen. Major General Bell urged enlarging the coast artillery and medical corps and repealing the canteen law citing lower desertions and better discipline under the service.
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State Insurance Chief Warns of Calamitous Law Effects
Otto Kelsey reports that Armstrong era insurance laws have harmed New York companies. New business in 1907 fell to 455 million with total in force at 5.859 billion, down from 1904 figures. He notes other states show growth and accuses the 1906 amendments of causing a dramatic decline in New York insurers.
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Shaw Resigns Presidency at Carnegie Trust Company
New York January 21 Leslie M Shaw has resigned the presidency of the Carnegie Trust Company which he assumed last March after leaving the Treasury. He cited small differences with founder Charles C Dickinson and declined to reveal future plans mentioning a possible move into politics. Carnegie Trust was organized January 2 1907 and Shaw became president February 16 with a 25000 annual salary.
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New York
Leslie M. Shaw
Carnegie Trust Company
Treasury
Washington
Shaw
Charles C. Dickinson
Trust Company
Railroad Accident Toll Rises in Third Quarter 1907
The Interstate Commerce Commission reports 23 063 railroad casualties in July September 1907 with 1 339 killed and 21 724 injured. Collisions and derailments total 4 279 including 320 passenger incidents. Damages to equipment and way amount to 3 605 696 dollars, up from 1906.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Riding test not for all officers
Secretary Taft announced that the President will modify riding test rules to permit permanent staff officers with civil duties and unlikely to be called for field work to request exemption. The request must be viewed as a conclusive reason against promotion to line positions. Colonels Marshall and Adams and Lieut Colonel Russell have asked to be exempted.
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Washington
Taft
Marshall
Adams
Russell
Mitchell Weeps as Miners Refuse $2700 Gift
President John Mitchell of the United Mineworkers declined a $2700 gift from Montana and Wyoming miners. He asked that the money be sent to Mrs. Mitchell to educate their boys, as he could not accept the gift. Thomas Gibson announced the draft and urged conveying goodwill to Mitchell. The nineteenth annual convention opened with about 1,000 delegates in attendance.
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Indianapolis
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Montana
Wyoming
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Thomas Gibson
Des Moines to Haiti as Navy Boosts Caribbean Presence
Washington dispatch reports U S naval forces increasing in Haitian waters. Cruiser Des Moines ordered to Haiti, with Eagle under Captain Marvell providing interim protection from St Marc. Des Moines travels from Boston to New York then Norfolk to load ammunition. command held by Captain J Motts.
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Thaw Case Nears End as Letter Evidence Goes In
In New York on January 21 district attorney completes cross examination of Mrs Evelyn Nesbit Thaw. Defense introduces a 1903 letter from Thaw corroborating her story of relations with Stanford White. Jury to hear Thaw will and codicil and Miss Belle Lawrence diary as the defense nears its close.
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Paris
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Belle Moorehouse Lawrence
California
William Thaw
Petition seeks pardon for Caleb Powers gains 500 signatures
A petition circulated in Mayfield Kentucky by leading Republicans gathered five hundred signatures calling on Governor Willson to pardon Caleb Powers. The effort will extend across the county with many Democrats reportedly signing as well.
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Unemployed mob clashes with Berlin police with sabers
Berlin January 21. A large crowd of unemployed men confronted police after a Socialist mass meeting. Authorities used sabers as missiles were thrown. Mounted officers charged driving about two thousand demonstrators away with many wounded and several arrests. Work on new buildings near Schiffbauerdamm halted.
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Dutiable Goods Found at Shonts Home
New York January 21 customs officials found dutiable goods valued at 1200 to 1500 dollars at the Shonts residence after a search. A Shonts representative said no concealment was attempted and the trunks were inspected on arrival. no duty had been assessed at that time.
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Tennessee Town Swept by Fire in Clinton
Telephonic advices from Clinton Tennessee report a blaze destroying twenty four stores two hotels and four residences. Estimated loss stands near 100000 with small insurance. No injuries reported.
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Bronson primary law tested in Ohio Supreme Court move
Taft supporters urge direct in court challenge to Bronson primary election law. Ohio appellate action seeks quick Supreme Court ruling to determine legality, aiming to speed state primaries. Prosecutor and Foraker allies push to advance hearing and secure a decisive outcome.
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Supreme Court
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Allen County
Taft Indorsed by Unanimous Vote in Kansas House
The Kansas House endorsed Taft with a unanimous vote, rejecting dissenting opposition. The move signals strong legislative support for Taft within the state chamber as debates concluded.
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Springfield Taft faction dominates Seventh District convention
The Republican Seventh District convention will meet February 27 at 1hyo'clock in a city. Delegates: Clark County 62, Miami 45, Fayette 24, Madison 21, Rickaway 20. General Warren G. Kelley seeks a third term with no opposition. two Taft delegates may be chosen with little Foraker sentiment. Temporary organization to be set at the morning session.
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Fayette
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Rickaway
Warre Kelfer
Taft
Taft Indorsed by California Lincoln Roosevelt League
SAN FRANCISCO Jan 21 Taft endorsed as California’s preferred presidential candidate by the Executive Committee of the California Lincoln-Roosevelt Republican League Clubs. The group, a major party force in the state, backs Secretary Taft. Hughes Receptivity Stated Albany Jan 21 Governor Hughes Acknowledges Indorsement and invites a club meeting where he may further declare his stance on the presidential nomination. He stresses party unity, no bid for office, and desire for free expression of party sentiment.
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