Haskell Resigns as Treasurer of Democratic National Committee
Governor Charles N. Haskell resigns as treasurer of the Democratic National Committee at midnight. He explains he seeks to avoid embarrassments for the party while maintaining innocence of charges and wants an open discussion of issues, not of men. He arrived in Chicago from Guthrie, Oklahoma, and announced the decision after meetings at Democratic HQ.
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Cleveland letter fraud ties to Taft article authenticity
New York Sept 25 The Times will print tomorrow a letter from S S Hastings executor of Grover Cleveland estate questioning the authenticity of a political article published by the Times after Cleveland's death. The piece, attributed to Cleveland, compared Taft and Merrillan as candidates and drew wide comment. Mrs Cleveland said she did not believe it genuine.
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Indiana House Advances Local Option Bill Amid Tight Vote
The Indiana house advanced the county local option bill to third reading without amendments, with Democrats ready to battle on passage. A key amendment by Bowlus to city size thresholds was debated and adjusted to gain Republican support. Proceedings paused after a long session as leaders coordinated strategy for tomorrow’s crucial vote on the local option measure.
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Frank De Haas Robison Dies at 56 in Cleveland
Frank De Haas Robison, owner of the St. Louis National League club and prominent streetcar promoter, died suddenly of heart disease at his summer home in Cleveland. He founded and owned the old Cleveland American Association club and, with brother Stanley Robison, built a business empire spanning traction interests in over 100 cities. Survived by a widow and one daughter, his death ends a career tied to baseball and transit, with legal disputes cited in Fort Wayne and Cleveland conveying networks and property.
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Banks and Trust Companies Under State Examination
The controller of the currency and state bank examiners have been in the city for several days assessing Citizens and People's Trust. Tri-State was examined about four weeks ago. The inspectors praised the banks' condition and noted the excellent annual show flag of the firms.
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Weather forecast for several states on weekend
Forecast notes increasing cloudiness Saturday with showers and cooler nights. Ohio Indiana and Michigan expect scattered showers, cooler nights, and fresh southerly winds. Minnesota shows showers Saturday night and Sunday with cooler temperatures. winds shift to brisk north by Sunday night.
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Carpenter Plunges to Death From Roof in Fort Wayne
Cord C Hanefeld a German native and Fort Wayne carpenter fell twenty feet from a roof near Madison and Monroe streets. He died at Lutheran Hospital about 7 30 PM. He suffered crushed ribs and lung injuries after losing balance in intense heat. Surviving family members include Mrs John Rohte Mrs FT Meyer Mrs John Berster and children Anna Lizzie and Henry. He had worked for contractor Lindemenn for two weeks prior to the accident.
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Fatal Cable Slide At Albion Street Fair Claims Performer
Hundreds witnessed the collapse of a 800 foot slide from a courthouse tower as Madame Laffere, real name Ethel Scarcer, plummeted 100 feet when the supporting wire broke. She died at New Hope hospital after 6:45 PM. Her brother Bir Timas Scarver, manager, had recently inspected the setup. All fair amusements were closed following the tragedy.
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Democratic Candidate Perdue Addresses Brean and Marshall Club
Calvin Perdue Democratic candidate for joint representative for Whitley Huntington and Kosciusko counties spoke to the Brean and Marshall club in Churubusco. The club, led by Prof Joseph Colburn, plans a glee club and dram corps. He spoke at Thorncreek Center schoolhouse to a large attentive audience and will speak again Saturday in his hometown.
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Ohio Machine Leader Arraigns Roosevelt Hearst and Taft
Cincinnati dispatch reports Senator Foraker replying to charges by William Hearst and Theodore Roosevelt asserting Hearst and Taft colluded with Standard Oil. Foraker accuses Roosevelt of bias, defends government actions, and claims letters prove no secret Standard Oil ties. He says Hearst has additional letters that would reveal stronger links.
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Senator Fora Ker's Statement
Senator Fora Ker issues a prepared statement reacting to Judge Taft's letter and Hearst charges. He accuses Taft of bitter arraignment without proof, asserts Hearst’s claims include secret outside employment and improper influence for legislation, and notes Monnett’s public remarks about Standard Oil investigations. Continues on Page 9 Column 1.
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