House Demands Conference Over Revenue Powers In Lively Debate
Washington, Feb 12 The House held a field day with a clash over constitutional limits on Senate power over revenue legislation. The House adopted a resolution to disagree to the Senate substitute and seek a conference. A six hour day followed as the Shipping Bill dominated Senate debate with Mr. Caffery speaking long into the day and an executive session closing proceedings.
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Death of King Milan of Servia in Vienna
Former King Milan of Servia died Monday afternoon after a brief illness. He met with Adjutant Popovias, grew weaker, and died quietly with his uncle and Count Zichy present. Remains to be taken to Belgrade for royal obsequies.
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Belgrade
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Narodna-Skupahtina
National Assembly
M. Voganovitch
Venezuelan expedition prompts vague US stance
Washington reports the state department has no official word on a New York company forming a military force in the United States to protect its interests in Venezuela. If Venezuela does not object to such departure, likely no action will be taken.
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State Department
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United States
Lloyd Griscom
Constantinople
The Injunction Suit in Cincinnati
Judge Hollister’s injunction case in Cincinnati remains undecided with arguments ongoing and a decision not expected before Thursday. Judge Harmon delivered a sensational speech warning against militia deployment, while lawyers claim possible Supreme Court review and Governor intervention if the ruling goes against them.
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Hollister
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Supreme Court
Both Men Confess to Book Publisher Embezzlement
Chicago reports John F. Kerr and Alfred L. Foley arrested for embezzling 1000 dollars from Fleming H. Revell & Co. Kerr supervised manufacturing while Foley, as cashier, prepared all checks. Both men admit to the crimes and to related offenses.
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Alfred L. Foley
F. H. Revell & Co
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General Ramsay Dies in Jersey City at 54
Gen. John Ramsay of New Jersey volunteers led the 8th regiment and later the Irish Brigade during the Civil War. He was noted for bravery, wounded multiple times, and reputed as the youngest brigadier general in the Union Army. He served as assistant collector of part of New York under Harrison.
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John Ramsay
Jersey City
Ramsay
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Harrison
Jail siege ends with inmate's suicide in Colorado
Crest ed Butte February 12 A mob besieged the jail threatening to lynch George Burie who hanged himself from a window bar with an electric wire in his cell Burie had been arrested on a charge of criminally assaulting 12 year old Kate Munich He proclaimed his innocence
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Missouri Senate passes kidnapping for ransom bill
Jefferson City Mo Feb 12 The senate passed a bill fixing punishment for kidnaping for ransom at death or not less than ten years in the penitentiary The measure aims to deter abductions and ensure severe penalties for offenders.
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Saloon Raids Spark Mass Meeting in Horton Kansas
In Horton Kansas on February 12 a mass meeting at the Methodist church backed by temperance groups led to raids on Mrs Hicks shop and other joints. Liquor was seized and dumped into gutters while bar fixtures were burned. Mrs Hicks and her son signed a contract to quit selling liquor and the son agreed to stay away ten years.
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Sirs. Haisi
Dry Town in Kansas Narrowly Enforces Prohibition
Popeka Kansas reports an overnight purge as the city of Topeka closes all drinking joints after a citizen ultimatum. Chief Stahl and officers enforce the order with printed notices, informing joint keepers to discontinue by noon. One remaining establishment agrees to close, while some drug stores report revived activity.
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Topeka
Depot Raid Seizes and Destroys Liquor Worth $400
In Tekamah Nebraska on February 12 unknown burglars raided the railroad depot, seizing 835 cases of liquor valued at $400. Tekamah is a dry town under local option law.
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Tekamah
Fire at National Glass Co plant destroys Rochester mill
A devastating blaze in Rochester Pennsylvania at the National Glass Co plant, the world’s largest tumbler works, caused an estimated 1.5 million dollar loss. The copper department first caught fire, winds hampered crews, and within 90 minutes the seven acre site with 1500 employees lay in ruins. Fire departments from Bridgewater Rochester Beaver New Brighton and Beaver Falls assisted without success. The fire began around 12:05 am on Tuesday February 12 according to superintendent Morids.
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Lieut. Hooker Weds Miss Condit-Smith in Epiphany Church
Washington report says Lieut. Richard S. Hooker, grandson of Senator Stewart, married Miss Mary O Condit-Smith at Epiphany church with Bishop Satterlee officiating. The couple will reside at the Brooklyn navy yard. the bride’s father is J Condit-Smith of New York. The bride was once a prisoner during the siege of Peking while traveling in China. Also noted is the death of sculptor Henry J. Ellicott in Washington from pneumonia.
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Mary O. Condit-Smith
Washington
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Mary O. Conndit-Smith
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Bishop Satterlee
Brooklyn Navy Yard
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J. Condit-Smith
New York
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Bessie Stewart
Riot in St Louis over Second District ballot box theft
In St Louis on February 12 a riot at the Second district polling place left a police sergeant and two Black men wounded and a ballot box stolen. Armed factions from two political groups clashed amid claims of attempts to block voting. order was restored after police arrived.
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Linden
Arthur Gardiner
John J. Ryan
Geo. Monroe
McGrath
Daley Beats Hughes For English Lightweight Title
In a 15 round match at the National Sporting Club London Pat Daley of the United States defeated Johnny Hughes of London in the 12th round to win the English lightweight championship and £350 prize.
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National Sporting Club
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Return of the Indian Expedition Hinted in Tien-Tsin
One of the generals at Tien-Tsin asks authorities to prepare lions for 30 000 troops in April. The report suggests a return of the Indian expedition.
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Kong Kong
Markets Report From Cincinnati and Chicago On Feb 11
Flour and grain prices across Cincinnati and East Buffalo edge higher with patent flour at 54.20, family and fancy grades around 3.40 to 3.60, winter variants near 2.65 to 3.60. Wheat futures in Chicago show February at 72 1/2 to 73 1/2 cents, May around 74 1/2 to 75 4 or 5 cents. Cattle, hogs, sheep, and lamb markets listed for Cincinnati East Buffalo and Indianapolis with assorted price ranges across grades.
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Wrecked C and O Passenger Train Near Charleston Injures Three
A fast eastbound C and O passenger train derailed six miles east of Charleston West Virginia after an open switch. All cars left the track, with the mail car entering the station and the dining car toppled. Three passengers Lee Massie FF Smith and Charles Southwich suffered injuries. The attack occurred near Charleston on February 12.
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Lee Massie
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Tuntington
Senator Morgan Seeks Canal Zone Land for Nicaragua Route
Washington February 12 Senator Morgan gave notice of an amendment to the Sundry Civil or River and Harbor bill authorizing the acquirement of sufficient territory from Costa Rica and Nicaragua for the construction of the Nicaraguan canal.
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Morgan
Harbor Hill
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Nicaragua
Cape Town Declares Bubonic Plague Outbreak
The government will notify foreign nations that Cape Town is infected. A native's death confirms the disease with three new cases and fifty contacts isolated. A temporary military hospital is being erected.
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Death of Col Ferris Forman Former California Official
Stockton Calif Feb 12 Col Ferris Forman died Monday at 94. He commanded an Illinois regiment in the Mexican War and was its last surviving officer. Forman was a district attorney under President Buchanan first Sacramento postmaster and secretary of state under an early California governor.
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Ferris Forman
Buchanan
Sacramento
California
Lincoln Birthday Celebration at Carnegie Hall
New York February 12 Carnegie Hall overflowed with attendees at a Lincoln birthday event. Proceeds benefit Lincoln Memorial University at Cumberland Gap Tennessee.
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Lincoln’ S Memorial University
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Tenn
Insurance Firm Change Hands in Alabama
The Manufacturers and Merchants Mutual Insurance Co. in Rockford Alabama was taken over by a trustee following a state insurance department application. Total liabilities are reported at about 70 000 dollars with 35 000 dollars in assets remaining.
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State Insurance Department
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Man of the masses and rugged guide to his people
Poetic tribute to Encar Jones praising a strong leader born of soil who led through privations, endured sorrow, and forged a path for a nation. The piece lauds his steadfast duty, prophetic vision, and unyielding fight against oppression, elevating him beyond monarchies.
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Mars
Encar Jones
Lincoln era lawyer and his famed courtroom style
The reminiscence of Harvey B. Hurd of Chicago recalls Abraham Lincoln as a genuine champion of liberty and a lucid, fair reasoner in court. Hurd describes Lincoln’s relaxed, unforced oratory, his insistence on facts over rhetoric, and the welcome he found among Chicago lawyers in the early western district era.
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Kansas
W. F. M. Avery
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Freeport
Mr Lincoln
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