Roosevelt at Xochimilco and Lake Providence visit
Secretary Root visits Xochimilco to view the floating islands with Indian guides and a banquet follows. President Roosevelt travels to Lake Providence LSU area for hunting camp setup, addressing crowd from a stand and praising Southern citizenship and the Mississippi River.
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West Carrol] Parish
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Telegraphers Strike Orders to Quit Leased Wires
New York October 5 leaders of the telegraphers strike issue orders to quit work on all leased wires next Wednesday at noon and call out railroad operators if needed. The move aims to pressure companies for peace while brokers and others using leased wires may trigger the trigger. National President Samuel J Small arrives from Washington to discuss settlement terms with federal officials.
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New York
Daniel L. Russell
Samuel J. Small
Washington
Aiith
Commercial Tribune
Explosion devastates Osaka Takatsuke factory workers
A deadly blast at the Takatsuke factory in Osaka killed 63 workers and injured over 60 as shells and condemned carts were sorted. The plant and vessels loaded with explosives were burning, with the factory on fire as reports came in.
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Osaka
Tokyo
Takatsuke
King of Siam Charms Lucerne Visitors Amid Generosity Praise
The King of Siam, Chulalongkorn, gains popularity in Lucerne during a royal visit. His amiable conduct at the Hotel National and shopping across the city boosts his generous image, as New York party leaders Ruddock and entourage plan a Swiss tour in a 40 horse power Pan hard vehicle. Arrivals at the Schweizerhof include Mr. and Mrs. Fassett, Mr. and Mrs. Brooks, and Mr. and Mrs. Bole.
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Commercial Tribune
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Panhard
Schweizerhof
A. D. Fassett
Chico
8. Brooks
New York
W. A. Bole
Pittsburg
Tax Commission to Hear State Utilities and Banks
The Tax Commission will hold a public hearing in the Senate chamber in Columbus on Tuesday to hear public utilities companies and banking interests. The hearing continues day by day until all are heard, ahead of formulating its report on proposed tax laws.
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Tax Commission
Senate Chamber
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Old Hunters Say Roosevelt Faces Ideal Conditions
Reporters note Roosevelt pitched under ideal conditions as wind and weather favor strong performance. Observers expect solid outing with consistent control and sharp breaking balls noted by veterans of the hunt.
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Roosevelt
Knell of Elbow Sleeves Signals Fashion Shift
Paris observers report winter fashion moves away from elbow length sleeves toward tighter, full length designs. Dressmakers and furriers note practicality of long sleeves while lamenting impact on sable and seal coats cut to fit elbow fashion.
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Commercial Tribune
Paris
Infirmary Probe Ordered by Hamilton Prosecutor
Prosecuting Attorney R. S. Woodruff announced an inquiry into Butler County Infirmary affairs. He plans to present State Examiner John A. Bliss's report alleging mismanagement and possible crime to the grand jury convening Monday.
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Commercial Tribune
Hamilton, CO
Woodruff
Butler County
John A. Bliss
State Sheep Numbers Rise by 108 538 in Ohio
A state auditor report shows Ohio sheep numbers at 108 538 after a gain, while cattle drop 2 851, hogs down 324, and other livestock figures noted in Columbus.
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Commercial Tribune
Columbus
Guilbert
Ohio
Steel Derrick Tragedy At Harrison Avenue Jobsite
A huge steel derrick and engine collapsed at the Harrison Avenue junction with B and O tracks in Louisville. Workers Johnson and Northcott were thrown amid debris as the platform overbalanced when a 1/2 inch cable parted. Johnson died at 2:30 am. Northcott survived with burns and injuries.
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Walter Bierman
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Paris Opens Dog Summer Resort Near Bois de Boulogne
Special cable from Paris reports the Bois de Boulogne area now hosts a dog boarding house offering a summer residence for traveling owners. About sixty pets from wealthy families enjoy individual houses with varied menus, typically pot au feu or veal, costing 25 to 30 francs monthly.
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Bois de Boulogne
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Paris Police Order Demands Salute to Army Officers
Police Prefect Lepeena issues a firm mandate that all policemen and municipal guards must salute army officers in uniform wherever they meet them. The directive aims to restore a long neglected custom and enforce respectful tribute across forces.
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Commercial Tribune
Paris
Lepeena
Monument marks first settlement site at Fort Boonesborough
In Boonesborough Kentucky the Daughters of the American Revolution unveiled a monument marking the site of Kentucky s first permanent settlement and perhaps the first west of the Alleghenies The event drew 4500 to 5000 people with seven young descendants of early pioneers unveiling the monument Speakers included Senator McCreary and judges Kinkead Benton and Colonel Apperton in a day of addresses.
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Boonesborough
the Daughters of the American Revolution
Kentucky
Alleghany Mountains
Old Fort
James B. McCreary
George B. Kinkead
James Benton
James Apperton
Taft in Japan. Japanese Crank Arrested En Route
Secretary of War William Howard Taft traveled from Nagasaki to Shanghai after a busy visit in Japan. A Japanese man followed Taft from Kyoto to Kobe, acted strangely, threatened self harm, and was confined by police upon arrival.
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New York Herald Co
Commercial Tribune
Nagasaki
Flag Rush Causes Many Injuries at Ohio Wesleyan
At Ohio Wesleyan in Delaware Ohio a brief flag rush between 2 and 9 pm injured many students. E G Blackford Mr Gilead suffered arm and shoulder injuries. Charles L Draper of Bowling Green wrist broken. M C Cartwright of Moundsville internal injuries. Kamikada Suzuki (Japanese) suffered severe damage to a car. Freshmen reportedly won the game.
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Commercial Tribune
Delaware
Ohio Wesleyan
E. G. Blackford
Mr.Gilead
Charles L. Draper
Democratic Executives Call for Dempsey in Manor Race
Democratic leaders urge support for candidate Dempsey in the Manor election. They offer no public statement on other nominees.
Third Ticket Party Outlines A Platform
A mass meeting in Music Hall will endorse selections for a nonpartisan city government. The Democratic Five Committee appeals for Mayor Edward J. Dempsey’s reelection while independents urge voters to end Republican and Democratic control and elect officials based on merit. The conflict widens as executives defend Dempsey stance, while independents press for a nonpartisan administration free of boss influence.
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Edward J. Dempsey
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Queen City
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