Cook records faked north pole discovery claim
Reports from Copenhagen and New York allege that two men George N. Dunkle and Captain August Wedel Loose were hired by Dr. Frederick A. Cook to fabricate astronomical observations to support his claim of discovering the north pole. They say Cook paid only part of $4,000, while Loose criticizes the methods and timing of Cook’s records.
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Copenhagen
Denmark
Frederick A. Cook
North Pole
Woby
A. W. Lose Eatlegamasee
Gestes N. Dunkle
New York
Times
Cook
Loose
Dunkle
Broadvelle
Copantagen
N. Yu Dee
York Times
University of Copenhagen
August Wedel Loose
Brooklyn
Captain Loose
Ue Dewa
Denkle
John R. Bradley
Bors
Dustle
Jobs Bites & Co
Explorer
Waldorf-Astoria
Smith Sound
Polar
Captain Lome
Missionary Education Conference Highlights Plans and Giving
Fragmented notes describe a charity bazaar and a concert to raise funds for missionary education. Items for sale include groceries and candies as volunteers boost the tally toward a rumored $1000 goal, with Kelly's orchestra offering a lively program. A separate conference in New York focuses on missionary education in the church, opening with a Past and Present address and outlining a comprehensive plan, followed by talks on giving and retention strategies for Sunday schools.
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A. W
Kelly
National
Young Pople
Offern
Banday
Laywen
Ohie Manning
Laws Church
Premiums Set For Christmas Cattle Shipment In Portland
Portland Livestock Exchange announces premiums for a Christmas cattle shipment to Portland Union stock yards. Best car of steers 20 head plus $150, second $75. best car of cows 20 head plus $150, second $75. best single steer or cow prizes. judges include John F. O’Bries O W Gammie and Frank Brows. The program aims to aid growers and boost Portland’s livestock market, which saw 661 cattle 544 calves 12 744 hogs and 274 horses received to November.
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Rock
Portland
Ore
Portland Livestock Exchange
Portland Union Stock Yards
Slagie
Aingte
Accundl
Castle
John F. O'Bries
O. W. Gammie
Frank Brows
Carlton
Mortherest
Five Ereweed and Prertees Are Reet in Buffalo Disaster
A morning wreck on the Buffalo River left fourteem men reported drowned as rescuers pulled fourteen bodies from the surf. The Kieawer WC Richardson and crew faced a chaotic scene with boats swamped and passengers scrambling for safety.
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Buffalo
N.Y
Richardson
Catholic Bazaar Draws Crowds and Prize Winners
A Catholic bazaar attracted large crowds with vigorous voting on articles and sales of nickels and dimes to fund the grand total. Prizes included a push bowl won by Miss Mary Wiechar, a crocheted shawl to Mrs. Graham, a rocker to Mrs. James Graham, and other items. Attendee numbers rose, though some wearers held back, and standings listed for several donors.
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Mies
Mary Wiechar
RE Graham
Prve
Mt Te Belle
Rathere
Mime Garvey
Mine Mack
Kidra
Mine Blanchard
Ginner
Mim
A.W. Materston
Brewer's daughter is kidnapped in Loumvltle Kentucky
In Loumvtle Kentucky police search for the kidnapped daughter of Me and Mrs Kellner, wealthy brewer. The girl, Dee or Alain Kellner, aged about a charming and gifted child, left home for St. John's Catholic church and has not been seen since. No ransom has been requested and families seek explanation amid the mystery.
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Dee
Alain Kellner
Mra J
Kellner
St. John's Catholic Church
Jon
Civil action for $200 in attorney fees in land dispute
A civil action before Judge James E Kus involves Thomas Malien as plaintiff against John Davin over $200 for services in appealing a commissioner decision in a land dispute with Northers Facilie Raliwer company. The complaint mentions land in Bow section 2 and 38 marth, with references to local stores and promises for the year.
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Moon
Jobe Dawie
Joresoan Befars
James E Kus
Thomas Malien
John Davin
Piaiatift
Attornes
Davie
Trouble Ends Hazing Period At State School
FAIRMONT West Virginia December 9 The college faculty and girl’s department witnessed a violent hazing episode after a football game between the college eleven and Elkine players. A young woman named Taylor from Kikine West Virginia was assaulted during the frolic. Authorities have begun a vigorous investigation as the board of regents vows to find and punish the guilty. Parents push for arrests and full punishment.
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Fairmont
W. Va
Dee
Lowing
Hacing
Mine Mar“let Taylor
Kikine W. Va
Board of Regents
Roapie Peuwees Mom Tartar
Parmal School
Elkine
Eliy
Ihay
Cherry Theater survivor group faces red tape toll
In Cherry Manor Lakhs, victims and orphans of mine workers face delays as officials claim insufficient funds and supply shortages hinder relief. Survivors complain of bureaucratic obstacles hampering timely aid amid ongoing charges against mine owners.
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Tarvien
Tor Font
Chicaro
Dee
Htta
Fond
Kalamazoo Fire Destroys Twenty Stores and Businesses
A large Kalamazoo city fire at midnight destroyed twenty stores including the Bardick house and ten other businesses. Several lives are reported missing or unconfirmed, with many people unlocated. The full extent and casualties remain uncertain.
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Kalamazoo
Mich
Dee
Bardick House
Erty Alte
Murray Odds Favor Retirement From Presidency of Major Road
President Oscar G. Murray of the Murtimary and Ohio is expected to be reelected at the board meeting. Rumors say he may retire before the term ends, with speculation about successors including J. Laersham and George L. Potter. Rail executives are discussed as possible replacements if Murray retires, amid inquiries about future leadership.
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Denver
Colo
Dec
Colorado
Hanna Twe
Wyo
Dneanr
Baltimore
Mar Dee
Lomane
Maryland
Phyehistric Society
Lanacy Commission
Mahootaid
Taro
Pee
Daltimonh
Mt. Dee
Oscar G. Murray
Murtimary & Ohio
Murray
de Han
Sourem
Mursray
Straitman Clan Wan Burned at Bea
Cleveland Olio reports a fire at midnight aboard a ship named The Clarion les Fontes with seamen aboard. Weather gale winds and heavy seas hindered the blaze as crew watched the vessel burn beyond repair. Debris and damaged deck explain the chaos at sea. Route Croft Washington DC lists financial figures and crop estimates, noting crepe cotton, wheat, and barley values amid uncertain totals.
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Cleveland
Olio
Dee
Les Fontes
Clare Jon
Switchmen Strike Ends Amid Labor Concessions
Minneapolis and Spokane reports say switchmen and railway workers halted strikes after union meetings. Agreement reached between Brotherhoods of Railway Trainmen and Conductors spares work stoppages and signals resumed operations by week’s end.
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Minnhapoli
Minn
Dee
Charmine
Tom
Spokane
Leral Woden
Treinen
Sastern
Vercenimse
Enliate Sonmibers
O & Nce
Leon
Ewitehmen
Great Northern
Leavenworth
Serthwoet Amaion Pointe
Minna
Mirboula
Moater
Morsieg
Rorthern Pacific
Washind
Ome Caginn
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Peach
Corparence Cy As
Monary Education
Ee National Young People’s Orgas
Avent
Brewer
Sobs
Belidey
Witt
Arrret
Stramin
Bea
Mramen
Minne
Waslington
D.C
Switchmen’s Strike
Malway
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