Dramatic Court Scene in Morrison Murder Trial
In Eldorado Kansas the Jessie Morrison murder trial unfolds with neighbors Bettie Moberly and Emma Spangler detailing Mrs Castle’s death cries and Morrison over the victim. Evidence includes a bloodstained razor and a note reading Jessie Morrison killed me, amid intense cross examination and dramatic recollections of the scene.
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Eldorado
Kas
Jessie Morrison
Castle
Caine
Bettie Moberly
Emma R. Spangler
Mrrs. Castle
Miss Morrison
Jessie
Mrs. Castle
Mrs. Sprangler
Union Dismembered In Chicago Trade Split
The Industrial trades union formed last spring to aid contractors in their clash with the building trades council adjourned sine die after nine months of activity. President Symmes told members the union’s position favored empowering organized labor and individual prosperity, while regular unions welcomed the move as a contractor victory.
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Chicago
Industrial Trades Union
Building Trades Council
Symmes
Building Contractors of
Marconi flash message plan may affect Pacific cable bill
A Washington report notes Signor Marconi proposes wireless transatlantic messaging which could derail the Pacific cable bill. Representative Hepburn questions value of submarine cables if wireless invention eliminates need. Advocates aim to push the bill early, while subsidy versus government connection remains debated.
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New York
The
Herald
Washington
Signor
Marconi
Europe
America
Hepburn
House
P Ncific
Canals From the Lakes to New York He Sits to Reform
Major Thomas W. Symons of the U S engineers outlines a paper to the American Society of Civil Engineers on canals from the lakes to New York. He cites Erie canal traffic decline due to outdated methods, horse and mule haulage, unorganized business, and proposed boat size changes that could render current boats obsolete.
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New York
Thomas W. Symons
Corps of United States Engineers
American Society of Civil Engineers
Lakes
Nw York
Erie Canal
Wall Street Week Amid Smaller Trading After Thanksgiving
New York Dec 1 Wall Street this week showed smaller stock activity while buying interest was conspicuous in several issues indicating rail system speculation. Profit taking prompted some dipping then buying orders absorbed declines. Thanksgiving curtailed operations and bond purchases rose as capital sought investment, shaping a cautious money market with subdued stock selling.
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Whn
East End Hooliganism Spurs London Murder Panic
London reports a surge in Hooliganism in Whiteschapel with a stabbing killing Constable Thompson as he tried to disperse a band. A second group of armed hooligans shot four women in Lime House district, escalating fears in East End residents already panicked by frequent outrages.
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London
Whiteshapel
Thompson
Jack the Ripper
Lime House
East End
Volcanic Shock Hits Beach Island Native Fishers
Vancouver reports from Australia say Beach Island in the New British group has revived activity with thirty two tremors. A score or more natives who went fishing were killed or drowned as upheavals tore land and sea.
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Vancouver
B. C
Australia
Ieland
Car Robbers Baffled In Chicago Street Hold Up
Five men attempted to rob an Ogden avenue electric car at Randolph and Canal streets in Chicago last night. They were beaten back after a fierce battle with the crew and passengers. Edward J. Wright, a South Water street commission house president, was robbed of a satchel with over 300 dollars in currency and checks. Conductor John Steinbeck lay unconscious in the street amid a wrecked car, with windows broken and blood on seats. several women fainted and some passengers suffered cuts and bruises.
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Chicago
Ogden Avenue
Randolph and
Canal Streets
Edward J. Wright
South Water Street
John Steinbeck
Neutral stance on punitive expeditions in China from U S
A Washington cab inet decision reports no American opposition to punitive expeditions in China. Secretary Hay forwarded a dispatch from Wu Ting Fang noting southern China viceroys urging U S influence to stop a Shan Si punitive march. The goal is to deter violence against peaceful Chinese and encourage a European response. Secretary Hay is pursuing a modification of foreign demands through Minister Conger.
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New York
The
Herald
Washington
China
Hay
Wu Ting Fang
Shan Si
Europe
Conger
Christians Re Enter Chinese Province With French Escort
Paris reports at a cabinet meeting that Christians have re entered towns in Canton province escorted by French and Chinese troops. Official notices urge residents not to disturb Chinese residents and warn of penalties for further outrages. Chinese officials will be dismissed and goods confiscated if renewed trouble occurs. Executions for murder will be carried out in the presence of French troops.
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Paris
M. Delcasse
Canton
Shuwiak
Federal prisoners brought to McNeill's Island from Nome
The Steamship Centennial arrived from Nome with twenty two prisoners destined for McNeill's Island to serve various sentences. The Santa Ana returned with the shipwrecked crews of three vessels, the Seven Sisters, the Fister Hroth rs, and the Cleves land, all lost in the north and west during the season.
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Port Townsend
Wash
Dee
Centennial
Nome
McNeill’s Island
Santa Ana
Vower Seven Sisters
Fister Hrothrs
Beattie
Cleves Land
Mob Seizes Suspect in Ashland Murder Case
A Kentucky man accused of killing his two year old stepdaughter by forcing a red hot poker down her throat has been arrested in Chicago and is now in the hands of a mob determined to lynch him.
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Chicago
Tue
Ashland
Gibson
AS TO AMERICAN TRADE. London Porlant question of competiton
A despatch from London to the Tribune discusses American trade and the competition facing U S merchants amid uncertain market conditions. The item outlines concerns over foreign competition, potential policy impacts, and the pace of commercial recovery.
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New York
Tribune
Londom
British view on American iron trade debated
The meeting of junior engineers last evening heard a British perspective on American manufacturers in the iron trade. Sir Lowthian Ball dismissed fears of an American trade surge ending British dominance. Reports note the Great Northern seeks high speed locomotives in light of the London Scotland railway race beginning today.
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Lowthian Ball
Atlantic
Uote
London
Scotland
Great Nothern Company
America
Stricken smith John R. Ray dies at 38 in Butte
John R. Ray, a known blacksmith and Butte resident for fifteen years, died last night after a paralysis strike. He was 38, born in Canada, and left a widow and two sisters H. V. Swyny and J. R. Davis. Ray & Higie operated on West Mercury Street near his residence at 211 West Galena Street.
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John R. Ray
Butte
Ray
West Galena Street
Canada
West Mercury Street
Ray & Higie
H. V. Swyny
J. R. Davis
Philippine policy talks in New York by Lopez
Sexto Lopez former private secretary to Senor Agon cillok and Philippine commissioner to the United States arrived in New York from Boston for discussions with prominent figures. He said the war in the Philippines would continue until a definite policy toward an independent government for the islands is made. He described the Philippine people as deeply oppressed and compared their misery to that of the Cubans before U.S. intervention.
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New York
Sexto Lopez
Senor Agoncillok
United States
Tver
Boston
Philippines
Philips Pines
Croker Assessed in London for High Income Tax
A World despatch from London reports Richard Croker assessed on a 100000 dollar income for English income tax. The levy targets temporary residents as well as claimants, with Croker considering an appeal. He traveled to Wantage for a private appeal before the seal committee and plans an early trip to Paris for a month of treatment.
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New York
London
Richard Croker
England
Croker
Wantage
Seal Committee
Movements of Boats Arrive and Sail From San Francisco
The British flag ship Wanus has reached San Francisco en route to Parrot to inquire into the seizure of Krich steamers by the Colombian governor. Philadelphia prepares to sail for America on Monday with a crew of four. The big Winstonian and the ship The wsport are noted to sail for Manila with supplies and personnel.
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San Francisco
Wanus
Paquimelt
B.C
Parrot
Choover Philadephia
America
Manila
Canal Treaty Signed With Nicaragua Construction Rights
Washington reports a treaty signing between the United States and Nicaragua where the government concedes to the other side certain privileges within its jurisdiction for the construction of the canal. The agreement outlines the terms and protections granted, marking a significant step in regional cooperation and interoceanic access.
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Washington
Die
Bowich
General Dewet Captured Reported In The Orange River Region
A dispatch from the southeastern Orange River area notes a reported fight near Knox and General TM. The report claims the capture of General Dewet and describes a great feat by allied forces, though details are uncertain and sources vary.
Kentucky to Take Officer to Present Morocco Indemnity Claim
Washington officials instructed Consul Gummere at Tangiers to travel to the Moroccan capital to present the U.S. claim for indemnity over the murder of Marcus Esgaguin, a naturalized citizen, killed in June 1900. The battleship Kentucky may be recalled from Sumrna to transport the consul from Tangiers to Nasagan near Fez.
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Washington
State Department
United States
Gummere
Tangiers
Morocco
Marcus Esgaguin
Ised
Kentucky
Sumrna
Nasagan
Fez
Republicans Win Two Thirds Majority In Legislature
Seattle December 1 Official returns compiled by J W Lysons of the Republican state committee show Republicans will hold a two thirds majority in both legislative chambers. Senate 26 of 34. House 60 Republicans and 20 Democrats. This gives a 40 seat GOP majority in the House and enables passage of laws over Governor Rogers populist.
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Seattle
J. W. Lysons
Republican State Committee
Rogers
Senate
House
Peter Auer's Death verdict at inquest
The tailor Peter Auer was found dead last Sunday morning and the coroner's jury ruled natural causes. Evidence showed no robbery or foul play. a missing watch concern was resolved when a brother testified a watch was found in one of the coat pockets.
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Peter Auer
Duggan
Auer
Home Ruler Daniel Macatoes Dead in London
Daniel Macatoes member of the house of commons for North Monaghan division is dead. Born about 1832 he edited the Belfast Morning News under RE Dwyer Gray and at his death edited the Ulster Examiner. He was a Home Ruler of the anti Marnell faction.
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London
Daniel Macatoes
House of Commons
North Monaghan
Belfast Morning News
RE. Dwyer Gray
Ulster Examiner
Tie
Beers for Manila on Empress of China cargo record
Vancouver reports the Empress of China will sail Monday with a record beer cargo for the Philippines. Fifty thousand barrels are shipped to Manila in seventy-five trains, marking a notable volume for the voyage.
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Vancouver
B. C
Empress of China
Philippines
Manila
Warsaw governor dead in city report
War sa w governor general Prince Alexander Imerinsky died yesterday evening in St. Petersburg. The report notes his death as the city’s latest official loss, amid a series of fatalities tied to recent events.
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St. Petersburg
Alexander Imerinsky
Warsaw
Kruger leaves Paris in guarded carriage for train
Telegrams report Kruger departed the Hotel Scribe at 10 10 in a closed carriage with mounted guards, then boarded a special train at 140 p m. Berlin cites US Turkey relations as unfounded rumors persist about diplomatic ties. Emperor Wilhelm’s health update in Wivadla shows stable, satisfactory condition with slight fever. Canadian troops honored at Mane Hall by London authorities. Swiss award awards Brazil 147000 square miles, France 3000 north of range. Rio Janeiro notes banking law turns against foreign banks. George Gree defeats Soldier Phil Green in a short bout in San Francisco. German ship Hirzegin Sophie Charlotte arrives at Astoria after 21 days from Tiago.
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Paris
CIGARMAKERS STRIKE SHAKES NEW YORK INDUSTRY
A second strike hit a major New York cigar factory, halting production and prompting union demands. Workers, organized by the Cigar Makers, faced wage and concession disputes leading to a standstill that disrupted operations and drew attention from the industry.
Burglar Fire Destroys Kirk Day Goods Store and More
A December 1 dispatch from Paducah reports a fire in Fulton caused by burglars. The blaze damaged the Kirk Day Goods Store and a post office, with the Opera House and a hotel nearby also affected. Several burglaries occurred during the incident, but only one injury is noted as workers fought the blaze with garden hoses.
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Padue
Fulton
Kirk Dey
Postofee
Opera Lina Wows Hotel Oral
Este Ange
Boyd Reed
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