Burleigh reapportionment bill clears House by big vote
The Burleigh bill passing 165 to 102 raises House size to 386 for the next decade. No state loses a seat, while Illinois New York and Texas gain three each and several others gain one or two seats. The measure includes a new compact district rule and at large elections for added representatives until redistricting.
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Florida
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Connecticut
Louisiana
Massachusetts
Mississippi
Missouri
North Carolina
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Canteen Question in Army Reorganization Bill Discussed
The senate debated the canteen provision linked to the army reorganization bill for nearly five hours. The committee amendment restoring a post exchange was heavily contested with Gallinger and Hansbrough opposing, while Sewell Hawley Money and Carter supported.
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Smith proposes constitutional amendment on congress seats
Representative Henry C. Smith of Michigan proposes an amendment to the constitution. The house would be elected every second year by the people of the states with uniform qualifications in all states as set by act of congress.
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Washington
Henry C. Smith
House of Representatives
Congress
United States
Idlewild Steamboat Burned at Brooklyn Harbor Dock
Fire destroyed the Idlewild excursion steamboat tied up for winter at Baird's dock Erie basin Brooklyn. Flames spread to the dock and threatened the Baird warehouse containing jute grain nitrates of soda sugar and flour, but firefighters saved the four story building. Fire was under control by 2 30. Loss estimated later.
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Idlewild
Baird’s
Erie Basin
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Baird
Snowstorm halts London traffic and streetcars
The Jan 9 report notes a continuing heavy snow storm across Great Britain with significant disruption. Heavy snowfall hampers movement as London streetcars stop and overall traffic is seriously impeded.
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London
Great Britain
Insurgent Camps Captured in Luzon Campaign
Manila reports several insurgent camps destroyed in Luzon and Laroe with a camp in Marinduque mountains. A scouting party of the 46th regiment captured about twenty ladrones near Silang. Arrests of suspected insurgents continue in Manila and vicinity as radicals push for a federal party split and eventual fuller independence. Paterno opposes full independence but favors Australia Canada style ties with Britain.
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Marinduque
Silang
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Philippines
United States
Australia
Canada
Great Britain
President Cortelyou reports grip illness progresses favorably
Washington January 9 The president's cold has developed into a well defined grip with no complications and progress is favorable. The disease will run its regular course and the president is not likely to be out of his room for several days. Secretary Hay remains ailing with the cold and stays away from the state department. He has been about the house but no apprehension is felt over the attack despite its length.
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Washington
Cortelyou
Hay
State Department
Orphan Asylum Fire Claims Dozens in Rochester
A devastating fire at the Rochester Orphan Asylum early Tuesday morning left 28 dead and 12 injured. Among the deceased were 26 children aged 2 to 14 and two adults. The blaze, likely sparked by a natural gas explosion in the boiler room, spread quickly through the west wing as 109 inmates struggled with flames and smoke.
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N. Y
Rochester Orphan Asylum
Kidnappers Demand 5000 Ransom for Frazer's Son
From Union Springs and Montgomery reports allege N H Frazer tax collector Bulloch county is targeted after his 18 year old son Bass vanished in Atlanta. A Memphis dated letter claims kidnapping and shows a forged signature. Frazer attends a technological school in Atlanta but has not appeared there in days. The abductors say they head to Kansas City for further talks.
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N. H. Frazer
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Memphis
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Bass
Atlanta
Technological School
Kansas City
Tunnel Fire Ignores Progress At Cowen Haven Site
Aspen Colorado report notes the Cowen Haven tunnel catching fire with several miles of workings burning. Estimated damage near five hundred thousand dollars.
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Col
Cowenhaven
431 Sick Soldiers and Others Onboard Sherman Arrived at San Francisco
Gen Shafter reports to the war department that the transport Sherman arriving in San Francisco carried 431 sick soldiers 6 insane soldiers 42 prisoners and 12 dead soldiers. First Lieut Louis P Smith U S A dies in Manila born in 187? appointed from the District of Columbia in November 1896.
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War Department
Manila
Louis P. Smith
District of Columbia
Bryan the Guest of Honor at Andrew Jackson League Banquet
William J. Bryan was the guest of honor at the Andrew Jackson league banquet held Tuesday night at the Sherman House in Chicago.
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Chicago
William J. Bryan
Andrew Jackson League
Sherman House
Greene County bank closes doors with no statement
A Gazette special reports the Greene County bank in Paragould, Arkansas closed its doors Tuesday. No statement has been issued and no cause is given.
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Paragould
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Paris Sees 11 Winter Deaths Amid Cold Snap
Paris reports eleven deaths overnight linked to freezing temperatures as heavy snow lingers. The寒 last conditions drive severe hardship for the city’s poor population.
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Paris
Fatal Monongahela collision kills eight on Monon division
A freight train and a light engine on the Monongahela division of the Baltimore and Ohio collided on a bridge at the mouth of Keene Run. Eight crew members were killed, one fatally wounded, and two others slightly hurt. Brakeman Tedrow was thrown into the river and expected to die.
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Monongahela
Baltimore& Ohio Railroad
Keene Run
Monongwahela River
Tedrow
Peace Talks Open on Removal of Subjects from Peking
Washington January 9 The negotiations concerning removal from Peking of certain subjects of international negotiations have been under way for some time and continue to develop with no final agreement reported.
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Washington
Peking
Carnegie Co plans world’s largest pipe and tube plant
Carnegie Company expands beyond its traditional lines and will build a vast pipe and tube manufacturing complex at Conneaut Harbor Ohio. President Charles M. Schwab announces a 12 billion dollar investment for the project, with 5,000 acres of land acquired east of the harbor docks. The facility will span the lake front and be the most extensive of its kind.
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Charles M. Schwab
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Lake Erie
Carnegie Pittsburgh, Bessemer & Lake Erie Railroad
Lake Front
Mail Steamer Russie Stranded Off Faraman With 90 Aboard
A storm off Marseilles has left the mail steamer Russie stranded near Faraman with 90 souls aboard. The vessel has listed to starboard, waves pouring over her, and rescue attempts by lifeboats and tugs have failed. Authorities fear the ship and all on board may perish as darkness approaches.
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Russie
Oran
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Shor
Tenement Fire Claims Four Lives in East 113th Street
A fire in a five story brick tenement at 357 East 113th Street on Tuesday night killed the Mora family on the fifth floor by burns and suffocation. Firefighters found the bodies after extinguishing the blaze. Italians on the roof escaped with help down ladders. fourth floor occupants missing, believed to have escaped. Damage estimated at $4,000.
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East 113Th Street
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Arizona Statehood Hopes Weakened By House Committee
Gov Murphy and Delegate Wilson urged statehood for Arizona before the house committee on territories. The committee took no action and no action is expected this session. If Arizona bills move forward, Oklahoma and New Mexico measures may join them.
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Murphy
Wilson
Arizona
House Committee On Territories
Oklahoma
New Mexico
Five Dead and Injured In Rail Collision Near Fairmont
A wreck on a trestle bridge near Fairmont W Va and McKeesport Pa left M E Brennen John Deveny and others dead or dying. Engineer Richardson scrambled to save others. Murrill crushed beside the engine. O Leary and Tedrow survived with injuries. A court of inquiry by B and O Superintendent Lane will determine blame. Local and national reaction follows as diplomatic talks on indemnity and treaties progress.
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C.J. O’leary
Keyser
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Thomas A. Richardson
Richardson
Murrill
O'Leary
Highland
A. M. Lane
Washington
Conger
China
Peking
Boers Reach Near Kimberley As Vryburg Measures Loom
Report from Cape Town on January 9 states Boers have reached Sutherland and are within 20 miles of Piquetburg. Kimberley area is being cleared of people livestock and food. A 150 man commando looted a cattle farm seven miles from Kimberley. Vryburg residents unable to secure two months of provisions may be moved south.
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Death from blood poison in Delaware county man
Muncie Indiana January 9 John Evans a Delaware county resident died from blood poisoning after a small hand scratch caused intense suffering He was a widower and left an estimated property worth about 10000 dollars
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Muncie, Ind
John Evans
Delaware County
Nebraska Senate backs Boers in struggle with Britain
Lincoln Nebraska January 9 The Nebraska senate passed a resolution expressing sympathy with the Boers in their fight with Great Britain. The measure, amended from last Thursday, also commends President McKinley for offering friendly help to achieve an honorable peace.
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Nebraska Senate
Great Britain
Mcdinley
Glass trust in Muncie discharges twelve workers
In Muncie Indiana twelve workers in the American window glass trust are discharged from local factories. The employees were mainly in the flattening departments as part of workforce reductions.
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Muncie, Ind
American Window Glass Trust
Muncie
Cow injures woman in playful head shake at feed time
In Osgood Indiana on January 9 a pet cow shook its head at Mrs Bush as she approached the feed a wound eight inches long opened in her abdomen and she may die doctors reported the incident as a severe animal attack with risk to the patient.
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Mrs. Bush
Indiana Republican Editorial association meets in Indianapolis
The 24th annual meeting will be held in Indianapolis January 24 and 25 with a banquet and reception on the opening night. Secretary Pershing has issued the call for the gathering in Muncie Indiana.
Reed, aged recluse, dies leaving large fortune
Brazil Indiana January 9 Geo Reed an aged recluse is dead He leaves a large fortune and has none but distant relatives in attendance or claimants expected as heirs.
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Ind
Geo. ‘Reed
Missouri Senate mulls hanging penalty for kidnapping
Jefferson City report says a senate bill would punish kidnaping by hanging. The same day the house approved a sympathy resolution for the Filipinos with 75 votes to 47, several Democrats abstained. Rep. Praiera of St. Louis called the resolution treasonable.
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Market Report From Cincinnati and Chicago Grain and Livestock
Cincinnati and Chicago markets show flour and grain prices across patent and fancy grades, with wheat futures in January at 154 73 4e and May at 78 79e. Live cattle, hogs, and sheep prices listed for Cincinnati, Indianapolis and East Buffalo with ranges for steers, cows, calves, lambs, and vices.
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Ind
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Gowns Show Off Novel Sleeves and Golden Trim
Home wear gowns feature striking sleeve designs and velvet trims. Descriptions include light brown cashmere with velvet V patterns and skunk-tail edging, terra cotta satin faced cloth gowns with black braid, and Merveilleux satin blouses with Point Venice lace.
Distinguishing Note of Fashion: Gold Connects Ruling Styles
New York fashion notes say the city grows more cosmopolitan in dress. No set fixes styles and women display individuality, often extending it to extremes, yet gold remains the common thread linking discarded trends with current vogue. The description reflects ongoing shifts in sartorial taste and the enduring allure of metallic accents.
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New York
York
Bargain novelties charm New York shops after Christmas
After Christmas bargain days reveal mother of pearl scales used as outlines on silk and lace designs. Corduroy blouse waists with panne trim pair with cloth skirts and bolero jackets, while tea cozies in coarse linen feature embroidery and animal motifs. Raglan overcoats appear for women with sporting tastes, and delicate tucked India mull waists complement tailor outfits.
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