Resignations and political chi ef moves around Washington
A roundup from the nation’s capital lists Director Powell of the United States Geological Survey resigning, Taltrond commissioners meeting in Washington, Secretary Gresham criticizing the Samoa tripartite agreement, and House labor committee planning to back an investigation into the Coxey movement. Also noted are tax proposals on state bank issues, anti Russian measures, seal protection negotiations with Russia, and civil service circulars for postal clerks. The section includes local obituaries and notable incidents, from Rev. David Andrews’s death to various accidents and legal notes involving public figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Direstor Powell
United States Geological Survey
Washington
Gresham
House Committee of Labor Eeciion
Springer
House
United States
Russia
Italian murderer hanged at Regina and other trials
A roundup of wartime and crime reports from Talbot to Regina details an Italian murderer hanged at Regina with a companion’s commuted sentence, Fort Sheridan clashes, bank robbery, counterfeit arrests, railroad thieves uncovered, and various other legal actions. It notes Hangings in Beatrice and Springfield, police and court actions, and international incidents from Europe to Asia aboard a submarine cable opening. The report also covers a Beatrice death by self-inflicted hanging and a Springfield roadhouse shooting with limited recovery prospects. It mentions Iowa and Des Moines trials, and a Paris expert testimony on Lebaudy drafts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Talbot
Mich
Regina
Cin
Fort Wheridan
Lieut
Maney
Apt. Hedberg
Maj. Baldwin
J. G. Smith
St. Joseph
Missouri
Hy Gurney
Evansille
Ind
Tudiana
Council Butts
Towa
Herman
Red Jacket
Jack McCarthy
Jenderson Fort
Beatrice
Neb
Thomas Flynn
Springfield
Twley
Flynn
Iowa Supreme Court
Frank Pierce
Kiling Offeer IE. P. Wishart
Des Moines
Supreme Court of Town
J. K. Cumberland
Cumberland Bill Lang
James A Gasner Robinson
Harlin
Lowa
Prince Bismarck
Kroppau
Austrian Silesia
Gladstone
Grajowo
Poland
Hongkong
China
Labuan
Borneo
the Counell
I Ministérs
Rebot Grantegag
Cairo
Max Tebauly
Elie de Talleyrand-Perigord
Paris
Lebaudy
Count Te de Talleyrand-Porlgord
Max Lebaudy
Jondon Court of Appeals
Costa
Koppel & Schloss
Triana & Co
New York
Kelly's Island
Tondon
Local items and notices from scattered town records
Town Grand Lodge of Tatled Workmoen to meet in Slowx City. Great council of Bel Mon to begin annual session in Dixon. Smallpox reported in Trockyort. Body believed to be Charles Haas found in a Decatur creek. Unemployed laboring men threaten arson in Ander sop unless aid is provided. Michigan Grand Wrunk railroad workers in Battle Creek seek federation. Butler Manufacturing at Wibilao assigned. DT. M. Jones is receiver with capital stock $40,000. liabilities and assets not known. Four Jerseyville saloons closed last week amid business stagnation and high licenses. Controversy between Highop Mutz and Father Malone of aoe Efforts at compromise ongoing. Minonk city council names J. A. Simpson mayor pro tem for rest of year, succeeding O. M. Golden who resigns to become postmaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tatled Workmoen
Hi Slowx City
Great Council of
Bel Mon
Dixon
Trockyort
Charles Haas
Decatur
Andersop
Ind
Michigan
Grand Wrunk Railroad
Battle Creek
Butler Manufacturing Company
Wibilao
M. Jones
Jerseyville
Mar
Sytol
Highop Mutz
Coxeyite train raiders sentenced in Helena court
Gen Hogan and 860 Coxeyites involved in the Northern Pacific train theft near Billings faced jail terms in United States district court. Hogan received six months, while the engineer, fireman, and forty captains and lieutenants got sixty days each. The court warned against railroad grabbing and praised troops' capture, noting offenders would be tried in squads and released after pledges not to reoffend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen. Hogan
Helena
Mont
Knowles
United States District Court
Bulto
United States
Moraythe
Trogan
Billings
Pacific
Washington
Senate tariff debate hints at retaliatory duties
Washington May 15 Senator Davis seeks a tariff amendment to impose retaliatory duties on silks velvets plushes art glass and similar goods and on wines and spirits from certain exporters to the United States. Republicans offered amendments while others were rejected. House action included a Washington Alexandria Mount Vernon Electric Railway entrance approval. Representative Barnes Compton Maryland resigned. Republicans threaten to filibuster, voting only for protectionist amendments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denniox Davis
Woashington
Davis
CG. A. Ty
Washington State
Lincoln
House
Washington, Alexandria
Planus
Supreme Court Denies Melanne Bail Appeal
The United States Supreme Court, in a May ruling from Washington, denies Techno Melanne bail pending his appeal. Justice Flarlan delivers the opinion, ruling that bail in capital cases rests with state court and the Sing Sing warden lacks authority to send Melanne back to New York Sheriff during the appeal. All justices join without any dissent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Supreme Court
A Weshington
Techno
Melanne
Flarlan
Melane
Sing Sing
McKane
New York
Shig Sing
Battle son Rapist Still at Large in Minnesota
Minnesotan towns tremble as Ubo rapist still at large after sightings north of Battleson. Three warrants issued for assaulting Mrs Ward near Newitt, Mrs Bullock at Otter Tail, and Mrs Anderson at Underwood. Pursuers close in, night travel keeps him hidden, locals ready to shoot if sighted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Battleson
Fergua Walls
Minn
Ubo
Breckinridge
Mrs. Anderson
Underwood
Battlegon
Supreme Court Deems Dart Ineligible for Office
Supreme Court rules C. P. Dart formerly treasurer of Meeker county is ineligible to hold or seek any office until charges are resolved. The decision, issued yesterday, marks a significant step in a long-running case with broader implications for related disputes now pending in two similar matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Meek County
St. Paul, Mary
C. PL. Dart
Meeker County
Darto
Great Northern Strike Settled In Favor Of Workers
St Paul May 15 The Great Northern strike is settled with workers gaining all demands. The dispute over hiring practices and alleged mail interference is resolved. Loyal workers to be reinstated and not replaced until trials conclude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Northern
St. Paul
Burglary Preceded by Officer Firefight in St Paul
Detective Weight of the Trondo precinct confronted three men attempting to force entry at Gov Merriam's residence on University Avenue near Cedar and Brewster. The suspects fled as the officer fired five shots, chasing them toward Cedar street and Capitol grounds before they escaped on Ninth street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St .Paul
Wevight
Thrge
Mervinu
University Wue
Cedar -Street
Brewster Avenue
Jie
My. Merriaim
Phair
Geday Street
Meir
Cedar Street
Capitol Grounds
Ninth Street
Elise
Camp of Strange Minot North Woods Expedition Report
Fragmentary report describes a group in woods north of Ratleoul meeting near the Great Northern line. It notes armed deployment, cautious stance, and uncertain purpose amid tension with authorities. Several individuals mentioned appear mobile through the area.
Foul Murder Case Draws Grand Jury In Yreka
May 15 in Yreka California the grand jury is expected to indict George Decker a wealthy man for the murder of his wife Margaret Decker and her infant child Neyiadis Decker eight years ago also named are a granddaughter Rast Stane and other alleged acts of foul and unnatural killings at various estates over the past thirty years. The案detected details point to moral culpability though evidence is based on suspicions more than formal proof.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yreka
Cal
George Decker
Meneler
File Wift
Margaret It
Decker
Neyiadis Decker
Rast Stane
Alow
Ol Deeke
Vard Nustines
Pleonta Gulf Disturbance Report Near Kuiil
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a May incident near Soarls five miles from Kuidil with warned action by United States forces. A bridge threat and marshals’ orders are mentioned amid detentions and protective measures for property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stekers
Martshal Jones
Joneshuls
Court at Kergus Fary opens in Md with jury absence
The May term of the district court for Otte Tail county in Md opened today with Judge Bars presiding. A washout on the Northern Pacific near Laiviug halted a truck section, delaying the arrival of the jury and causing the calendar to shift. The grand jury has substantial business, including cases tied to sensational events and other investigations, leaving many matters pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kergus Fary
Worgus Falls
Otte Tail
Bars
Cie Northern Pacific
Laiviug
Unclear text on Auburn trial and Woolson execution
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a courtroom scene in Auburn with an attorney named McNiphiton and a defendant who refuses to speak. The record also references Woolson being executed for the murder of Detective Harvey in Syracuse on a date near July 82, 180. The text is garbled and contains numerous inconsistencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auburn
N.Y
Lasity
Torney
McNiphiton
Woolson
Marler
Harvey
Syracuse
Unclear political protest at oper house meeting
A fragmentary report describes a May 13 protest at an opera house against Uteckinvidge's candidacy. Speakers included Lanhian and Buckner, with mentions of Cleveland, Kentucky, Kane tuckyniversity, and tensions over taxes and fiscal policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oper Housey
Uteckinvidge
Dudge
Marion Jwesiden
Dudge Lanhian
Treasury
Cleveland
Gun
Maja Taut
Maja Taut Gimernt Cof Nentucky Untheahov, Buckner, and Lrot. Meurviey
Kane Tuckyniversity
Brawned in the Chippewa May Day River incident
In Buu Chile Wisconsin on May 15 Frektin Trown was involved in a river incident when a tied object or person was plunged into the Chippewa River. The rescue team recovered a body or item named Yody Tawaut, details unclear from the fragment. Authorities investigate the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chile
Wis
Chippewa
Rioting flares as campaigns clash in Bay de Voride
May 15 report from Jobus N I describes ongoing unrest in Bay de Voride amid heated election campaigns. English anti-war patrols arrive to restore order as rival factions clash at meeting venues. Colonial Secretary Morne is attacked at Broad Gove, drawing gun threats and injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jobus
N. I
Bay de ‘Voride
Cleopatrol
Morne
Broad Gove
Mit
Tim
Speykeld
Whitewayles Ayerp
Freshwater
Verris Cove
Two Arrests Trigger Manhunt Across Cokeville Wyoming
In Cokeville Wyoming on May 15 United States Marshal Rankin announced a raid against 200 men alleged to be part of Shoffer and Comminnd. They are accused of stealing Engineer Dickinson’s locomotive on the Oregon Short Line near April 20 and later resisting Marshal Gundy. In Eddyville and Toldyville communities, mayoral officials warned Kelly to enter town with caution as 200 extra officers were deployed and naval craft arrived. crowds gathered to observe the tense convoy entering the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mnaenhal Rankin Alten Shofer
Cokeville
Wyo
United States
J Carshal Rankin
Gundy
Ciomwa
Esunei
Kelly
Eddyville
Toldyville
Dakota Conventions and Travel Plans Mentioned
Delegates from the west side join the Turon contingent traveling to Sioux Falls for the Odd Fellows' grand lodge gathering. Delegates from KoMHeT AL Gitte-portions move toward Steiel with Thivon to attend a South Dakota Congregational church event. Summer in Crookston, Minnesota, May 16 notes plans for a daily passenger train on the Iuswlon line to aid visitors to Lake Mupic, with word the Cheat Northern plans a large hotel, promising a premier summer resort if completed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thivon
Steiel
Dakon
Crookstoi
Minn
Guaat Northern Ias
Mtn
Iuswlon
Mupic Lake
Moriner Snore. Ltds
Northern
Fragmentary Albany Court Report and Financial Excerpt
Short, garbled May 13 notice from Albion recounts disputed court events, two judgments, and an appropriation totaling 1,037 dollars. The report to the public remains unclear, with resistant phrasing and unresolved specifics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mauna
Albion
Lelenit
Eonty
Arvalgnial
Wall de Hen 'Saaline
Overflowed Hounds and River Note in May Report
In Washington a report notes the House committee did not report on Livarahly Representative Bald win and the Altamoyto Water Company of Miamesota seeking to divert the St Louis river toward the Cloquet area. Details mention May 15 and a southeast of Qxixge locality. A separate incident recounts a wife driving her husband’s absence, cashing a cream check, and a missing person case involving Charles Gicvaint in Nelicuske.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Baldwin
Altamoyto Water Company
Miamesota
Lovin
St Louid
St. Louis
Shefler
Suze
Town
AL Dainer Eliality
Qxixge
Tryin
Charles
Pitts
Nelicuske
Murdecern Avrentod in Titnisch Wars Investigation
Murders attributed to the jietoniler William Linnthet were reported as investigators pursue leads. The scene at Titnisch remains under scrutiny as authorities deny involvement by the Clu group. Details are scarce as officials confirm ongoing inquiries and potential motive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murdecern
Staul
William Linnthet
Jietoniler
Atvar
Gen Wilson Contingent Grows at Inver Grove Camp
The Coxon Lars CAMP reports Gen Wilsons contingent of Coxeys army enlarging at Inver Grove near South St Paul. About 160 soldiers of peace now, with 75 more having joined through Washington County. Dakota commanders expected within a week or ten days, with a cool reception anticipated in St Paul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Inver Grove
St. Paw
Miners Face Possible Statewide Strike Each District
Uneasy mood in Des Moines and Iowa mining towns as principal mining factions near a strike. Some miners may walk out in solidarity with other camps, with flow of action likely across districts. In Evans Iowa 1550 Carbona miners marched, declaring unity and staying until all miners join. 60 to 200 men left work today at Rock Island area. hope for broader action but some mines remain at work. Fears of tensions between white and colored miners cited as potential complication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Dvans
Iowa
Tive Hundred
Carbona Minera
American Coal Company
Eddyville
Tsirkaville
Rock Island
Oskaloosa
Malenska
Embankment Crash Kills Will Millany Passenger
An accident on the Lehigh Valley line near Owego New York May 25 caused by a defective rail sent a day coach car down an embankment. Thirty aboard. Willie Millany killed. Several others injured including EB Conger president of the Croloft Bridge Co and Charles Grim Newark Valley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Owego
Lehigh Valley
Willie Millany Agentan
Wie
Guy Gatting
Conger
Crololt Bridge Company
Leuk
Baker
Binghamton
Ay Eldredge
North Pzirhaven
C. T. Prey
Auburn
Mra
Anedrew Campbell
Groton
Fado
Entody Beuliset
J. Ut Williams
de Ruytoty
UW 13
Thompson
Gortland
Charles H
Grim Twas
Newark Valley
Charles Ef
Grummdus
Charles ‘Alnett
Ty Owego
Tn Waldo
Burk~ Shige
Tuee
Cute Ted
Ide
Ipdune
Fragmentary War News From Chicago to St Paul
A garbled wartime dispatch describes stalled developments and scattered mentions of officials and sessions. The text hints at political turmoil and stalled actions across multiple cities including Chicago and St Paul with no clear outcomes.
Enial Mine Acglileni Reported With Unclear Details
An imperfect May report from Enial Mine Acglileni cites scattered phrases about events, people, and places. The fragmented lines mention Ashhuul Ua Tuyaly Te and Kee Wehn with unclear connections to a sequence of actions and names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enial
Ashhuul
Mindiy
Tuyaly
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Digest OF the
Frint
David Andrews
Archibald Clavering
Guster
Authors’ Club
Rosa Young
Pltcairn
Syoulan
Chamberlain
Ee Ake
David Dudley Picd
St. Albans
Que
Lima Steel Casting Company
Lima
Ohio
Theresa, Bosan
Galena
Ottumwa
Andrew Dickey
May Tibble
Lovi D. Warner
Warner
Springield
Ohio Southern
Elizabeth Grahan
Bower
Georgy Carroll
Coxville
Idaville
Herbert Gibbon
Monocanoe
Claude Ireland
Linn and
Sinnera
Gary
Pueblo
Cole
Robert McEwan
Bnet
Mike Gorman
Frank Benedan
Lemuel Bailey
James Butte
Lijie. Lumber Company and Postminster
Montana
Jiblena
Coxnanmss
Wwkams
Deaten
TAGE
MMN
Minot
Witslingrtory
Newhoundland
Watertown
Daikota Veterais
Winipeska
Coxon
Lars Camp
Strik
Hemalas
Res
Hlawaldiay
Relhyay Union
Chicago
Ithe, Pally
Lula
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