Forger Van Vilissingem Sentenced After Startling Confession
Peter Van Vil lingen a prominent real estate dealer and longtime reputed millionaire confessed to forging trust deeds and notes totaling over 700000. He received an indeterminate sentence of one to fourteen years in Joliet prison after his self incriminating statements and a swift arraignment.
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Peter van Vlissenger
Chicago
Peter van Viln- Sengen
van Viissingen
Joliet
Attornney
Vnique
van Vilasengen
Windes
Motive sought in Haas Heney shooting case
San Francisco reports police reevaluating motives after Morris Haas shot Prosecutor Francis J. Heney. Investigators focus on Miriam Cohn who said Haas warned of murder and suicide and threatened to kill his wife and four children while urging restraint.
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San Francisco
Morris Haas
Francis J. Heney
Miriam Cohn
Hans
Mra
Colin
Lamphere May Not Testify At Murder Trial
Laporte Indiana November 11 Lamphere will not take the stand in his own defense against charges of murdering Mrs Belle Gunness and her three children. Attorneys Worton and Woekr said as of now Lamphere is unlikely to testify voluntarily. Witness Join Wheatbrook testified Lamphere arrived at his house about 640 AM the morning of the fire and Lamphere said he saw the Gunness house burning.
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Laporte
Ind
Ray
Lamphere
Belle Gunness
Worten
Woekr
Dows
Join Wheatbrook
Burleigh County Wins Large Judgment From Kidder County
In Bismarck on November 17 a district court awarded Burleigh county a judgment of 4 078 dollars plus interest for 28 years at seven percent. The judgment covers Kidder county's share of tax on a strip of land from Hur county added when Kidder was created. The ruling resolves a long dispute over the land allotment and payments.
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Bismarck
N. D
District Court
Burleigh County
Kidder County
Hur County
Kidder
Five Convicts Die in Mine Fire at Tennessee Coal
In Birmingham Alabama last night a fire in Mine No 2 of the Tennessee Coal Iron and Coal Co. killed five convicts and left seven more believed trapped. Authorities say the blaze may have been started by the convicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
Tennessee Coal, Iron & Balledad Co
Statehood call for Arizona urged after election
Phoenix nov 17 Chief Justice Kent writes President Roosevelt urging that a statehood recommendation be included in the president's message if Arizona joins the Republican column. The letter indicates a recommendation for Arizona statehood will be made and disputes joint statehood with New Mexico.
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Phoenix
Ariz
Rhlph Cameron
Jenub
Congress
Arisona
Kent
Roosevelt
Arizona
New Mexico
Taft replies on Philippines policy and Catholic church
In a St Paul letter Taft clarifies 37 million dollars paid to Catholic lands in the Philippines. He explains funds came from Philippine bonds, purchased from friars’ estates with congressional authority and Filipino approval. He notes church influence aids uplift and that the current governor is Catholic and careful to maintain an impartial rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul, Minn
Angus Larson
St. Paul
Taft
Philippines
United States
Congress
Philippine Islands
New York
Auto racer killed at Alabama fair grounds track
An auto racer Emile Stricker died during a record attempt on the Birmingham Alabama fair grounds track. Reports include corrections from several precincts on a separate election about a new county courthouse bond.
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Birmingham
Als
Emile Stricker
Fair Grounds
Emperor William and Von Buelow Reach Understanding at Potsdam
In Potsdam this morning Emperor William and Chancellor von Buelow held a 45 minute conference. The talks focused on the future conduct of the state and an understanding was reached. The emperor will retain von Buelow as chancellor and continue cabinet cooperation.
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Berlin
Emperor
William
Chancelle
Buclow
Potsdam
Rrichstag
Emperor William
Chancellor von Buelow
Maximillian Harden
Richly Complaints Against Wealthy Settlements Addressed
Reverend Jan B Curry of New York assails modern social settlements in Chicago at a Catholic Missionary congress. He accuses some rich settlements of breeding anarchy and remaining distant from the poor while exploiting charity for self gain. He questions whether wealthier areas ever educate their class on sacred marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jab Curry
New York
Chicago
Jan. B. Curry
Catholic Missionary Congress
Father Curry
Sores Giattici
Hee
Nebraska Liquor Men Defeat Governor Sheldon
Lincoln Neb November 17 A political clash pits liquor dealers and saloonkeepers against Republican leaders with Governor Sheldon losing by a large margin. Bryan carried Nebraska as anticipated though Sheldon fared better in railroad strongholds where liquor interests were weaker. The defeat is attributed mainly to the liquor element affecting urban centers and key alcohol districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Neb
Sheldon
Bryan
Iitandi
Bryan Woul
Nebraske
Soult
Fragmentary note on fish life in a Wrinead study
A garbled report cites Wrinead studies by Dr Theodore Gil on marine life. It mentions devil fades as small creatures, noting young fauna and crustacean forms, with references to a shrine and emia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Gil
Bulik to hang for Varal murders in Dec
Herman Bulik convicted of murdering five members of the Varal family was sentenced to hang on December 11. The case, once before the United States Supreme Court, drew broad attention as Bulik and his allies pressed for liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Herman Bulik
Varal
Barnes Stafing
Billik
Trial resumes in Abe Ruef case following security measures
San Francisco reports the Abe Ruef trial resumed with precautions to prevent disturbance in court. The Scottish Rite Masons of the region plan a significant convocation this month drawing attendees from far states and promising a major event. The reunion will end with a banquet Friday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delehero
Fagiexivisiag
Ohio
State
Government blocks labels claiming government purity guarantee
In Goops Washington November 17 a decision by the commissioner of patents bars any label that says guaranteed under the Pure Food and Drug Acts will be refused registration If the inscription implies government responsibility for purity. Officials say the government only investigates after manufacturers claim purity and goods violating the act are seized and the maker punished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Commissioner of Patents
Lamphere Confesses Intimacy With Mrs Gunness in Trial
LaPorte Indiana November 17 Lamphere testifies he confessed intimacy with Mrs Bella Gunness and that he chased Andrew Helgelin with a gun She says she would marry him after he joined a secret society and took out insurance The testimony comes in Lamphere trial before prosecutor Smith and neighbor Wil lam Slater who hesitates to speak before the grand jury and memory lapses.
Balloon U Sighted Near San Bernardino in Fast Travel
Ban Bernardino November 17 The balloon United States has been sighted northwest of this city moving toward the San Bernardino range of mountains at a good rate of speed. It was near the ground.
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Ban, Bernardino
United States
San Bernardino
New York Prodigy Debuts at Carnegie Lyceum
One of America's musical prodigies, son of A G Spaulding, famed sportsman and publisher of athletic guides, makes his debut at Carnegie Lyceum after tours in Paris Rome Florence and Genoa where he was received with great enthusiasm. A great career is prophesied for this New York youth.
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America
A. G. Spaulding
Athletic
Carnegie Lyceum
Paris
Rome
Florence
Genoa
New York
Labor Federation Delegates Sightsee Between Sessions
Denver observers report that the morning AF of L session focused on committee reports while the afternoon allotted delegates time for sightseeing. The event dated November 17 in Denver.
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Denver
Colo
American Federation of Labor
Seve rance granted in Farmers' Deposit case
United States Judge Young ordered a severance in the conspiracy case involving Henry Rieber a teller and John Young ex auditor of the Farmers' Deposit National Bank and Henry Silverman Pittsburgh manager for Millar & Co New York stock brokers The case against Silverman was heard separately Rieber who with Young is serving ten years for embezzlement of more than 1 000 000 from the bank faced government witness status The eight count indictment alleges a conspiracy starting May 1 1907 and that 184 000 was withdrawn and funneled through Silverman for mining stock speculation
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Pittsburg
United States
Young
Henry Rieber
Teller
John Young
Farmers’ Deposit National Bank
Henry
Silverman
Pitsburg
Millar & Co
New York
Rieber
Toung
Rieber and Young
Steel interests to make fight on tariff reductions
Senator Elkins said steel coal and lumber interests will oppose cuts to tariffs. He noted West Virginia backs current rates and will contest changes while Canada’s willingness to reduce coal duties could spur a broader agreement. He stressed West Virginia’s stake in protecting the coal industry.
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Washington
Elkins
White House
Senate
West Virginia
Canada
United States
Brand New Kind of Brainstorm
In San Francisco on November 17 the trial of In Whan Chang, a Korean accused of murder, was set to proceed after delays as Judge Cook considered advancing the case. Durham White Stevens, the American advisor to the emperor of Korea, is named in connection with the proceedings.
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San Francisco
Cal
In Whan Chang
Durham White Stevens
Korea
Cook
Rabbi Hires Says Intermarriage Might Solve Racial Problems
A Chicago rabbi argues that intermarriage with other races could help resolve social tensions, contending that such unions would ease prejudice and create common ground across communities. The remarks were reported as part of broader discussions on race relations.
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Rabbi Hires
Chicago
NO REFORMS FOR CHINESE REGENT PERSPECTIVES HIT BY FEAR
Penang strains report Kang Yu Wei leader of world reform movement at Penang bedridden and refusing interview over emperor's death. He warns reforms depend on Yuan Shi Kai alive, fearing Beijing will stay the same and Dang event in China. Suspicions of foul play cast on palace intrigue.
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Penang Straits Settlement
Kang Yu Wei
Penang
China
Pekin
Kang ‘Yu Wei
Prince Chun
Yuan Shi Kas
Sham
Yuan Shi Kai
Engagement Ring Arrives From Duke of Abress at Pittsburg Vault
A ruby set engagement ring from the Duke of Abress to Mine Kagperine Elkine daughter of Senator Eikins of West Virginia sits in the Pittsburg port vault awaiting appraisal to set 60 percent ad valorem duty. The ring, received by registered mail at Biking West Virginia, is valued by jewelers between 3000 and 5000 dollars. It will be priced again by additional jewelers before final duty assessment.
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Pittsburg
Duke of Abress
Kagperine- Elkine
Eikins
West Virginia
United States Treasury
Biking
Mikins
Mine Cage Disaster Kills Six in Ellsworth No. 1
In Ellsworth mine number one in Washington county Pittsburg Moy 11 men were instantly killed and three others escaped serious injury after a cage accident. The cage fell 395 feet due to a machinery break. Victims include civil engineers M J Walsh Eugen G Smyth and J B Newcombrd. Injured Harrison Randolph a grinder machine operator was struck on the head by timber. The Ellsworth Coal Co operates the mine.
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Pittsburg, Moy
Ellsworth Mine
Washington County
Ellsworth Coal Co
M. J. Walsh
Eugend G. Smyth
B. Newcombrd
Civ
Harrison Randolph
White House silent on Catholic church voting letter
New York Nov 17 the White House offered no comment on a letter criticizing a candidate for public office over church membership. It was implied the president would refrain from responding to the letter and its implications.
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New York
White House
Fusal
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Haas
Gunness
Tom Johnson
BANK
Cleveland
Johnson
Savings & Trust Cs
First National
Cleveland Trust
Handa
Cath
Oliccigm
Auto Racer
Pierce County
Court House
Rugby
White Precinct
Tuscarora
Jefferson
Thane
Emperor William and
von Buelow
Helthsansoiger
Tony
Mat Aan Eater
American Refining Company
American Sugar Refining Co
Havemeyer and Elder
Brooklyn
Heaven
Sterling
J. H. Atrena
Abe Ruef
San ‘Francisco
Ruth Sn Thieharve
Beiberg
Sam
Mrs Gunness
Albert Spaulding
Stevens
Movemeet
Duke OF
Ellsworth
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