House Passes Nicaragua Canal Bill by decisive vote
The House approved the Nicaragua canal bill by a decisive vote with only two of 310 members opposing. The measure authorizes the president to secure territory in Costa Rica and Nicaragua for a canal, directs construction and defense, surveys, and contracts, with an initial 310 million appropriation and a total estimated cost of 180 million.
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HOUSE
Indiana
Washington
Messrs Fletcher
Ep Minn
Lassiter
Dem Va
Gannon
Fleet Way
Yeas and Ways
Mrt Tephurn
Cannon
Appropriations Committee
Costa Rica
Nicaragua
United States
Secretary of War
Carribean Sea
Greytown
Pacific Ocean
Brito
Treasury
Senate opens with routine business after executive session
In Washington the open Senate session on January 9 focused on routine business after an executive session the chamber adjourned at 150 until Monday.
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Washington
Senate
First measure reported on coinage weights and measures
Washington January 9 The committee on coinage weights and measures reports a measure to maintain the legal tender silver dollar at parity with Holdani for increased subsidiary silver coinage. Introduced by Representative Hill of Connecticut it was debated amid banker interest while Democrats urged delays and criticized haste as a Colorado Democrat sought deferment to learn from economist Delmar.
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Washington
House
Hill
Connecticut
Congress
House At An Early Date This Was Opposed By the Democrade
Shafioth
Colorado
Alexander Delmar
Mayor Harrison on Street Car Franchises Platform
Mayor Harrison outlines his platform for street car franchises focusing on betterment of accommodations, compensation to the public, transit efficiency, underground trolley use, realignment of terminals, and a public vote on franchise extensions. The program proposes revenue sharing or a trust fund for street maintenance and a waiver of rights under the ninety nine year act.
Colonel Rogers Breaks Into Baseball Controversy
Philadelphia January 9 Colonel Rogers issues a lengthy statement on the ongoing dispute over league presidency. He accuses Soden and Billings of breaking pledges to back A G Spalding and endorses harmony while naming Brush Robison and Freedman as targets of public contention within the National League.
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Philadelphia
John T Tigers
New York
Pittsburg
Chicago
Brooklyn
Messrs Soden and Billings
Boston
G Spalding
Conant
Spalding
Freedsmans
Rogers
A & Spalding Thes
Cincinnati
St Louis
National League
Messie Brush
Robison
Freedman
Brush Iam
Hickey Seeks New Park for Omaha Team
President Hickey says negotiations to purchase Western Teague park have failed. The American association officials will survey new grounds and fencing work will start soon. Rourke and the Western league associates rejected Hickey’s overtures, and Hickey plans Omaha to have two clubs next season with Manager Randle to organize immediately.
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Omaha
Hickey
Western Teague
American Association
Huckey
Rourke
Randle
Parity bill directs treasury to maintain silver dollar parity
A legislative motion was rejected in a party vote with the bill reported. It authorizes the minting of silver dollars without limit as public necessity may require. The key provision mandates the secretary of the treasury to maintain parity with gold for legal tender silver dollars, exchanging gold for silver dollars as needed, with treasury note provisions at his discretion.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Reserve Fund
Treasury
United States
Senate confirms Shaw and Payne in executive session
In a today executive session the senate confirmed L M Shaw as secretary of the treasury and Henry C Payne as postmaster general. Indiana postmasters listed include W P Mast Seymour L Wimmer Rach vile Monticello L Dunning Ligonier W A Banks LaPorte and many others.
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Washington
Jane
Senate
L M Shaw
the Treasury
Henry C Payne
Indiana
Mastis Seymour
Wimmer
Keutz Kokomo
Alexander Kendallville
Lewis Huntington
Sullivan Garrett
Parvin Deansville
Wilson Corydon
Willamson
Columbia City
Falls
Brazil
Shyer Bloomfield
Willams Bedford
Nichaum
Patriot in Peace Inspires Boston Audience
Jan 9 Boston welcomed Hon Wi Jennings Bryan hosted by Commonwealth Club with Mayor Patrick A Collins. Bryan urged patriotism as love of country, moral courage to dissent, and duty to study government issues for peace and liberty.
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Boston
Wi Jennings Bryan
New Haven
Commonwealth Club
Patrick A Collins
Bryan
Bryans
Hoai
South Africa
Competition in street paving debate at Fort Wayne board
The Board of Public Works approved Kentucky rock asphalt for street paving after some opposition. Bids for lumber for 1902 were opened from Kilian Baler, Peters Box & Lumber, Smith & Randall, and others. City Engineer Randall reported 1901 improvements costing 2,663,665 with city payments 1,514,733 and property owners 1,148,932. Paving totals included 2.25 miles of streets, 680 feet of alley, 1.5 miles of sidewalks, and 4.67 miles of sewers. The Board of Safety appointed Milton Henderson as driver and John Byanshie as engineer to replace Henry Regel.
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Public Works
Kentucky Rock
Fort Wayne
Eggemann
Randall
South Wayne
Report Board of Safety
Board of Public Safety
Milton Henderson
Central Engine House
John Byanshie
Henry Regel
Carnegie Institute Receives $10 Million Gift
Washington reports that the Carnegie Institute board announces a ten million dollar gift from Andrew Carnegie to be transferred as percent bonds for the institute. The description notes the form of the gift as per cent bonds and outlines the donor's purpose for the funds.
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Washington
The
Carnegie Institute
Andrew Carnegie
Mio Carnegie
Board of Justees
Farmers Mutual Union in Indianapolis Meeting Notes 52 Counties
The Parm ers Mutual Insurance union of Indiana held its annual meeting at the state house where papers on the union were read. Fort Wayne figure G hell discussed Adjustment of Losses and G W Scearce of Danville spoke on Live Stock Insurance. Judge Alfred Moore of Chicago, once Huntington County attorney, died suddenly at his home. he authored Moores Criminal Practice used by Indiana lawyers.
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Indianapolis
Parmers Mutual Insurance Union of
Indiana
State House
Farmers Mutual
Severn
Hell of
Fort Wayne
Scearce
Danville
Live Stock Insurance
Phelps of
Newcastle
Adavantages
Marion
General Funston at Home San Francisco
Jan Brig Gen Fred Funston travels home from Manila on transport Wouten General Funston comes home on sick leave.
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General Funston
San Francisco
Fred Funston
Manila
General Funst
Dying Centrist Bertin Describes Final Friction
A fragmented report notes the death of centrist figure Bertin amid political tensions. The brief item references his role and the ongoing discussions surrounding his legacy in governance.
Regular Grain Dealers Organize and Honor Mr Niezer
Regular Grain Dealers of Indiana completed their organization late yesterday afternoon electing E. H. Walcott of Walcott as president. James Wellington Anderson was named first vice president with O. Thompson of Kokomo and Floyd Loughrr of Monticello and B. Riley as board of managers. The event occurred in Indianapolis with reports of additional officers.
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Niezer
Indianapols
Crain
Indiana
E H Walcott
Walcott
James Wellington Anderson
O ' Thompson Kokomo
Floyd
Loughrr
Montitello
B Riley
Legislative committee appoints temporary secretary treasurer
The board of managers selected B Simpson of Cambridge City to act temporally as secretary treasurer as a constitutional adoption was reported.
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Rushville
Sale Bluffton
Slack
Gordon Argus
James Wellington Andasen
Walcott
Ofeta
Pop Goodiuich
Winchester Thoms
Mousson
Kokomo
Alams Bunnerhll
Neva Mon Loes
Board of Managers
B Simpson
Cammidge City
Pensions Proposed for Carnegie Pittsburgh Veterans
Funds eyed to pay retired Carnegie Pittsburgh division workers who served under a former superintendent. Pension checks of 20 dollars monthly for life were debated, with survivors set to continue receiving if beneficiaries die early.
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Jounstown
John McCune
Taro
Carnegie
Pittsburg
Oas High
Iead
Wessts
Pensions
Ohio Indiana Inter Urban Company To Let Work
The directors of the Ohio Indiana Railroad Company met at the Harding & Hovey office and decided to let contracts immediately. Chicago capitalists financed the proposition. Construction starts at Muncie Dunkirk Pennville and Bluffton with a line from Muncie to Fort Wayne. Branches from Portland to Hartford City cross the main at Pennville. Directors present included W A Bristow Alfred R Hovey Charles Schniman and A M Barron.
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Indianapolis
Ohio Indiana Railroad Company
Harding & Hovey
Chicago
Muncie
Dunkirk
Pennville
Blutton
Fort Wayne
Portland
Hartford City
W A
Bristow
Alfred R Hovey
Charles Schniman
A M Barron
South Bend
Bad Fire Destroys White Hardware at Ossian
A fire at 11 tonight gutted the White hardware store in Ossian causing about 3000 in losses with 1800 insured for building and stock. Harry Nills shoe store suffered 200 in damage while all stock was saved. Elvey furniture dealer incurred 100 in losses and the Masonic lodge room on the second floor lost 500 in fittings. Cause unknown.
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The
Journal Gazette
Ossian
A M White
Harry Nills
Elvey Furniture Dealer
Masonic Lodge
Indian 9 inmate commits suicide in jail cell
Daniel Ritter of Lima township, declared insane after a fall injury months ago, killed himself by pushing his head through the feeding grate and suspending himself. He was awaiting transfer to the insane hospital when the fatal act occurred.
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Daniel Ritter
Lima Township
Patents for Indians in Washington listing names and places
Patents granted in Washington mention Franklin P Bates of Indianapolis and several others across Indiana and Michigan City. Individuals named include John G L Clark Vincennes, Jeffrey T Ferros Anderson, Edwin B Green Whiting, George Whealer Fowler, Henry C Williamson, and H Pies. The items cover a rail switch, track car truck, a coupling, a corrugating apparatus, and a dump car.
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Washington
Franklin P Bates
Indianapoli
John GL Clark
Vincennes
Jeffrey T Ferros
Anderson
Edwin B Green
City and industry notes from telegraph briefs
Mayor Rose of Wilwaukee and Frank Bourke of Indianapolis spoke at a Jackson day banquet in Lafayette. The bathers committee failed to report on the Everett Moore affairs in Detroit and Cleveland receivership litigation. Danish West Indies protest against U S sale claims tariffs would kill sugar. Interstate Commerce Commission sessions in Kansas City show grain rate discrimination against Kansas. Next ICC meeting in Chicago January 24. Corporate reorganization details: Big Four take shores and Clover fear, T M will be controlled by Big Bow. DBT Mo by fake Shore and Virgin Central jointly. Tima Northern offices move from Toledo. operating gang to Jan Wert. traffic department to Jackson, Michigan.
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Rose
Wilwaukee
Frank Bourke
Indianapolis
Lafayette
Bathers Committee
Chaz
Everett Moore Affairs
Detroit
Cleveland
Interstate Commerce Commissioners
Kansas City
Kansas
Chicago
Big Fow
Take Shores
Clover Fear
T&m
Big Bow
Db T & Mo
Fake Shore
Virgin Central
Tima Nothorn
Toledo
Jan Wert
Traffic Department
Jackson Mich
Roosevelt Dinner for Diplomatic Corps in East Room
President and Mrs Roosevelt hosted a dinner for the diplomatic corps in the East Room of the White House tonight. The event featured a formal table setting and was marked by ceremonial hospitality.
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Washington
Fort Wayne Traction Company Proposes FiftyYear Franchise
The Fort Wayne Traction Company presented a voluminous contract for a fifty year franchise covering multiple streetcar lines from Creighton Avenue to Calhoun and beyond including Winter Wayne Pace and plans for interurban entry. Terms include waiting rooms ticket sales on cars in six seat blocks, two percent fare shares, and freight car charges with council decision expected next Tuesday.
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Board of Public
Mt Oy Wo Barrett
Kart Wayne Traction Company
Schmidt Finshed
Broadway
Creighton Avennue
Budge
Calhoun Street
Creighton Avenue
Johns Avenue
Hoagland Avenue
Organs Avenue
Pawfield Avenue
Huffman Street
Wells
Jesse
Spring
Franklin Avenue
Noth
Huffman
Main Street
Calhoun
Broal
Columbi Street
Lafay
Ette
Lafayette
Rom
Columbia
Lafayette Street
Columba
Traction Companys
Intel Urban
Tima & Fort Wayne
Doehrmann
Barrett
Ex Governor McCreary Elected U S Senator From Kentucky
Frankfort reports ex governor James B McCreary elected United States senator by the Democrats in caucus with a 62 to 37 vote over Cantrill. McCreary, a longtime Kentuckian, served as governor, congressman, and held posts on foreign affairs and the international monetary conference advocating bimetallism.
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Frankfort
M McCreay
United States
Democrate
Cantrill
James B McCreary
Madison County
Kentucky
House
McCreary
International Monetary Conference
Presidential dinner table setting at the White House
The account describes an elaborate White House dinner with a large amphora table arrangement, mink begomas, towering crystal vases, silver candelabras, and pink shaded domes. The president sits at the center with senior guests nearby, while dignitaries and ambassadors occupy adjacent seats. East Room decor features extensive lighting and electric towers. Music is provided by a small ensemble.
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White House
Senora Dy Arpros
Gaiman
Darre Pilates
Mirme Lind
Irish Patriots Coming to America
John Redmond chair of the United Irishmen announces that William Redmond and Joseph Davin of Belleis will sail for the United States at month end to complete work organizing the league. The move follows a decision made at the league's preliminary meeting yesterday.
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John Redmond Chauiain
United Ish de Tue
Tadas
Walliam Redmond
Joseph Davin
Belias
United States
League
Vesterdas
Garment Makers Win Their Strike
Garment workers across major cities including New York Boston Philadelphia Chicago and Baltimore reached a settlement in a months long dispute over shorter hours. About 40000 cutters and manufacturers were involved. an eight hour day was agreed upon through union committee mediation.
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York
Boston Philadelpnia
Chiago
Rochester
Baltimne
Nationive Federation
Dr J W Hott Dies after Illness at Age Bishop of United Brethren
Dr J W Hott, a leading United Brethren figure, twelve years editor of the Religious Telescope and bishop for twelve years, dies after a months long illness. Funeral set for Monday at 1 p m in the city.
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J W Hott
United Brethren Church
Regious Telescope
Britain calls for troops to replace losses in South Africa
War Office orders mobilization of infantry and artillery units to reinforce forces in South Africa. Officials seek replacements for regiments depleted by ongoing hostilities as Britain intensifies military commitment. Army units and dates are cited in terse dispatches with limited detail.
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Tondon Jan
War Office
Roosevelt May Find Flaws in Schley Verdict
Washington January 9 The Post reports the case of Admiral Schley raises questions about possible legal violations in the court proceedings The attorney general will assess only legal aspects and if no new issues are found the president may consider merits of the case The outcome could affect Schley’s options for a formal appeal depending on the AG’s decision
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Roosevelt
Schley
Marrow
Rendmiral Schley
Attarriss Senora
Ilealis
Tigi
Uderstood
Ciles
Admiral Schiers
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New Park
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Payne
Engineers Annual Report
Board of Punic Works
Lumber—Municipal
Farmers Mutual Union
Bertin Jan
Kot
Ohio
Inter Urban Company
Fort Wayne Traction Company
Board of Works
M’creary
America
DR Hott
Britain
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