11 Oct 1908
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Newspaper
Fairbanks Daily Times
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1908
Page
1
Lieut Evans son of Admiral Evans is found guilty of conduct unbecoming an officer and will receive a heavy sentence with a severe reprimand. The findings note repeated drunkenness during the cruise and demoralizing conduct, while investigations continue into other officers linked to Evans escapades.
A New Yorker was brought into court amid satisfaction with the proceedings. The brief item notes court action and the participant's status, with no further details provided.
After a long meeting New York National club officials agreed not to contest the league ruling. The Chicago Cubs were given all honors of the championship following the tie game with New York, ending disputes over the pennant.
Arrangements completed for a large Democratic rally in Chicago on the last day of October. Candidate Bryan will speak, with plans aimed at drawing a broad audience and boosting momentum as the campaign winds down.
Seattle dispatch reports the Northwestern departs for Nome with a full freight load and unusually many passengers for the season. The ship leaves Seattle as the last to sail for the Seward peninsula, with nearly all return accommodations already sold.
London reports a growing belief that war between Servia and Austria is inevitable. Belgrade sees mass protests, calls for abdication, and a war party while Europe mobilizes. French minister Hanes assassinated in Belgrade adds to the crisis as Turkey moves toward the frontier.
New York Oct 10 Andrew Carnegie and Mrs Russell Sage have given liberal contributions to the Republican campaign committee in support of Taft though the amount is undisclosed Carnegie predicts a landslide for Taft in the November election Mrs Sage remains publicly silent but is known to be a strong supporter of the current administration
Ex-Congressman Gibson of Ohio told a Tacoma crowd that he was a delegate to Hearst's Independence party and that his railroad fare and other disbursements were paid by Hearst. The claim questions profits but notes Hearst funded the trip.
In Detroit Chicago Cubs overpower Tigers 10 to 6 to lead the World Series. Cubs explode for five runs in the ninth inning as Killian yields while Reulbach throws for Chicago. Attendance around fifteen thousand despite heavy rain and poor weather.
Professional wrestler Kaufman makes another bold move in the ring against WP. The encounter emphasizes his wrestling prowess and ring strategy as fans watch closely.
Al Kaufman returned to the ring in New York in a six round bout against Fred Bradley. Kaufman dominated the fourth round, flooring Bradley for the quick finish after a year of focused training to reestablish himself as a heavyweight title contender.
Fragmentary text hints at a money related milestone or opportunity with unidentified names and dates. No clear individuals, organizations, or places can be confirmed from the readable fragments.
Howard Densey a southern capitalist leads a syndicate pooling a million dollars in trust to back William Howard Taft in the coming election. Democrats of the Solid South seek to counter with funds, while telegrams ask if bets must be lump sums or can be placed in parts.
Billy Greig sustains injuries from a buzz saw encounter with Bjerre mark. He is progressing well with few signs of pain several days after the accident.
Princess Claire, daughter of illustrious ancestors, faces scrutiny amid rumors and social upheaval. Affected circles include nobility and court society as whispers of conflict and scandal circulate.
A carefully planned set of actions by a state father aiming to capture the couple and bring them back is reported with emphasis on coordination and legal channels. Police and authorities are involved, and the case centers on the pursuit across New York. Public interest centers on lawfulness and timely resolution.
Rome reports a scandal as Princess Claire daughter of Don Carlos flees retirement to marry Count Folchi, a disreputable Italian noble. The couple secretly boarded a transatlantic steamer bound for the United States, prompting frenzied cable traffic as authorities anticipate their arrival in New York.
Jim Murray, whose injured leg kept him in St Josephs Hospital, is nearly well and expects to be discharged today.
Early morning dispatch reports United States marshal H. K. Love directing deputies to suppress all gambling in Fairbanks and vicinity. North and Harding canvassed the town forcing a ban on games of chance and disrupting pool, cards, and drinking activity as saloon owners and patrons react to the federal move.
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