West Point hazing cadets paroled after Roosevelt decision
Eight West Point cadets dismissed for mild hazing were suspended instead of expelled. Secretary Wright and President Roosevelt approved leniency, ordering cadets sent home to await final action. Cadets appealed to the War Secretary as charges moved to Roosevelt.
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Roosevelt
Hazers
William T. Russell
Harry G. Wever
Byron Q. Jones
New York
George W.chase
William W. Prude, Jr
Alabama
Isaac Spaulding
Oklahoma
William Moltke
Virginia
James A. Gillespie
Pennsylvania
Scott
Academy
Washington
Seal Poachers Change Things Officials Reorganization
A terse notice reports changes in seal poaching authorities and a reorganization of officials. New assignments shift oversight roles and management structure in the enforcement office.
International Marshal Perry Orders Prisoners Bound for Valdez
Marshal Perry orders deputy Ray to Unga and directs the Revenue Cutter Bear to return for the remaining prisoners. The action centers on transport from the arrest scene to Valdez with the Bear slated to handle the rest.
Seizure Poaching Case Moves to Valdez Hearings
In Seattle on August 22 orders direct Judge Reid to convene a October court at Valdez to handle cases against Japanese sealers seized while poaching. Marshal Perry must reach Valdez quickly to prepare for prisoners with District Attorney Crossley. Deputy Ray will travel to Unalaska and Unga for hearings as the revenue cutter Bear heads to transfer detainees to Unga.
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Seattle
Reid
Valdez
Marshal Perry
Crossley
Ray
Unalaska
Unga
Revenue
Bear
Pribgioff Islands
Alaskan Miner Drowns in New Jersey City
Peter Burns, a retired Alaskan miner, was drowned in Paterson New Jersey. A nephew tried to save him but exhausted and released him.
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New Jersey City
Paterson
N. J
Peter Burns
Government Petition for Rehearing of Case Thus Construed
A government petition seeks rehearing of a recently decided case. The filing argues the prior judgment misread key statutes and asks the court to reconsider the legal standards applied. Authorities emphasis on correcting the court’s interpretation and ensuring proper application of the law.
Prosecution Compares Oil Fine to Penalty for Letter Theft
The United States petitions the Supreme Court to review the Standard Oil case, arguing the Seventh Circuit erred by excluding evidence of proper intent, treating each car lot as a separate offense, and misusing discretion on a first offense fine. The government says a $29 million penalty is not harsher than a penitentiary term for a letter carrier convicted of stealing letters.
Postmaster General Reports Hughes Renomination Endorsed
At Oyster Bay James Sherman announced delegates reached a unanimous conclusion to renominate Governor Hughes to succeed himself. The GOP seeks New York support and fears losing the independent vote, though the machine is inclined to accept the choice and avoid discord.
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Hughes
Republican Party
New York
Bryan speech interrupted by platform collapse injuring nine
During a campaign speech in the city, a temporary platform collapsed injuring nine seriously as spectators toppled from eight to fifteen feet. Fire crews aided victims and cleared debris before the talk continued. Bryan criticized Republicans for delays on tariff revision and said the party was influenced by high protection interests.
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Bryan
Republican Party
Taft Responds On Democratic Watchword Let the People Rule
Taft in Hot Springs Virginia comments on Bryan’s claim that Let the People Rule defines the Democratic party. He states that the people are already ruling through the Republican party and offers a brief reply to the assertion.
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Hot Springs
Taft
Democratic Party
Bryan
Republican Party
Sherman to Follow Bryan in Speaking Tour
New York Aug 22 Members of the national advisory committee of the Republican party were named by Chairman Hitchcock. They include R A Ballinger of Seattle Cornelius Bliss John Hays Hammond Charles Taft Arthur Vorys and Senator W Murray Crane of Massachusetts. Hitchcock says Sherman would tailor his tour to Bryan and engage in a running debate with him.
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New York
National Advisory Committee
Republican Party
Hitchcock
R. A. Ballinger
Seattle
Cornelius Bliss
John Hays Hammond
Charles Taft
Arthur Vorys
W. Murray Crane
Massachusetts
James 38
Sherman
Bryan
Sister of Gen Miles Falls Dead With Joy
Mrs. Mary Merriam of Worcester died at 77 after joyful greeting by brothers General Nelson A. Miles and Daniel Miles who had not visited for years. Her sudden death occurred in her home following the visit.
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Gen
Miles
Worcester
Mass
Mary Merriam
Nelson A. Miles
Daniel Miles
Oyster Bay 10 Favor Hughes Announcement
Oyster Bay announces a running mate for Taft with ten endorsers back Hughes. The announcement, made yesterday, signals support from Taft’s campaign circle and local political figures.
Banks Retain Charters Guarded by Guaranty Fund
Banks largely keep their charters and rely on a guaranty fund for stability. The report notes widespread practice among institutions to preserve status while buffering potential losses with funded guarantees.
Bryan Platform Collapses Under Weight of Hundreds
A historic platform event in Bryan collapsed under the combined weight of several hundred Democrats causing no reported injuries. Eyewitnesses described a loud crack as the structure gave way during a rally, prompting immediate safety evacuation and a temporary halt to proceedings. Local officials pledged investigation into construction and crowd control measures.
Brutal Murder of Jewish Family Reported
A brutal murder of a Jewish family is reported amid unrest as Russian revolutionists retaliate against informers. The incident highlights violence tied to political upheaval and ethnic tensions in the region.
Pursued Into the Hospital by Bombs
Report describes a group driven from their home by explosions who reach a hospital and are shot at during their attempt to escape. Authorities label no one as overlooked as the incident unfolds with multiple injuries and ongoing investigation.
Oklahoma banks resist state fund plan under federal ruling
National banks in Oklahoma largely refuse to join a proposed guarantee fund. Attorney General Bona pare's opinion, at Secretary Cortelyou's request, finds it illegal for national banks to contract with state officials to fund a guarantee from deposits or capital. Only seven banks notified the comptroller they would surrender charters, two have already done so.
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Washington, D. C
Oklahoma
Bonapare
Cortelyou
Murdered Jewish family in Ekaterinoslav province riot
In Ekaterinoslav province South Russia a Jewish family said to be informers and agitators was killed by a mob of revolutionists. Bombs were thrown at the house, occupants shot as they fled, and soldiers later moved the injured to a hospital where the crowd overpowered guards and completed the killings.
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ST. Petersburg
Russia
Ekaterinosiaf
Texas Candidate Opposes Prohibition in Gov Race
Scuddy Richardson runs as an independent for Texas governor opposing prohibition, challenging both regular parties as they seek public support. Richardson is described as a newspaper map.
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Houston
Tex
Scuddy Richardson
Richardson
Senator Beveridge Becomes Proud Father in Manchester
A son was born to Mrs. Katherine Beveridge wife of Indiana Senator Beveridge in Manchester Massachusetts on August 22. She is his second wife formerly Miss Katherine Eddy of Chicago and they wed in Berlin Germany in August 1907.
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Times
Manchester
Mass
Senator Beveridge
Indiana
Beveridge
Katherine Eddy
Chicago
Berlin
Germany
Ingo Spirit Nebraska Nine Faces Venezuela Game
The Nebraska nine struggle against Venezuela with declining play and worse prospects. The team shows heightened tensions and uncertain chances as competition continues.
Netherlands wary of Venezuelan flare up amid naval show
The report describes heightened Dutch fear of Venezuela as the Netherlands fleet shows military resolve after expelling a Dutch minister. US grants Holland leeway while monitoring possible naval moves. Australia views the American fleet with suspicion amid Pacific ambitions, and Chicago’s press highlights American influence in the region.
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Washington, D. C
State Department
Netherlands
Venezuela
United States
Holland
Roosevelt Endorses Aldrich Bill in Letter to Sen Burkett
In Lincoln Nebraska on August 22 Senator Burkett read a letter from President Roosevelt praising the Aldrich bill. Roosevelt rejected criticisms that the measure benefits Wall Street noting he has heard those arguments but finds them unpersuasive. The letter responds to Bryan's charge that the bill was Wall Street crafted.
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Lincoln, Neb
Burkett
Roosevelt
Bryan
Wall Street
Kern to be nominated for vice presidency in Democratic ticket
John W. Kern will be officially notified Monday of his nomination for the vice presidency. The ceremony occurs in his hometown of Indianapolis with Bryan, Chairman Mack, and many national committeemen in attendance.
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Chicago
John W. Kern
Indianapolis
Kern
Bryan
Mack
Arsenic Fatal to Children in Pot Pie Crust
In Columbus on August 22 two of Walter Starkey’s children died from arsenic poisoning after a dinner featuring pot pie. The mother and father are gravely ill and not expected to recover, having used powdered arsenic instead of baking powder in the crust.
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Columbus
Ohio
Walter Starkey
Dewey Hoists a Flag Again
In Portsmouth docks, the dolphin board signals reveal Dewey’s flag hoist as ships align at Portsmouth Yards. The dispatch notes the ceremony emphasizing naval pride and harbor readiness.
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Dewey
Tablet Placed in Residence of Portmouth Commandant
A commemorative Farragut tablet was placed at the Portmouth residence of the commandant near Norfolk. The event marks the 40th anniversary of Admiral David Farragut's death. The tablet honors Farragut's naval leadership and ties to the port.
Admiral Dewey Flags Dolphin Vessel at Portsmouth Dedication
For the first time since 1905 Admiral Dewey hoisted a flag on a navy vessel. The Dolphin, on which he sails for Portsmouth Virginia, will aid in the dedication of a tablet in memory of Admiral Farragut at the Portsmouth Navy Yard commandant's residence, where Farragut died in 1870.
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Washington, D. C
Admiral Dewey
Portsmouth
Virginia
Farragut
Portsmouth Navy Yard
Milwaukee transcontinental line opens near Wallace
Sixty miles of road near Wallace Idaho along the Milwaukee line includes 35 tunnels and cost 11 400 000 dollars. The extensive section represents much of the new transcontinental route.
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Times
Wallace
Idaho
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