Colombia offers canal concessions to United States free of charge
General Rafael Reyes arrives in Washington with a mission from Colombia to grant the Hay Herran canal concessions without any payment, stating Colombia would gain from the arrangement and that he will work through Dr Herran and Secretary Hay while avoiding external interference. He underscores Colombia's zeal for the canal and vows to suppress the Panama revolt if needed, while emphasizing his official credentials and direct dealings with U.S. authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Republic of Colombia
United States
Herran
General Reyes
Senor Walker-Martinez
Associated Press
Colombia
Marroquin
Calimbia
Dr. Herran
State Department
Hay
Panama
Reyes
M. Bunau-Varillap
Suspected Man Commits Death in Detroit Police Office
Detroit, Nov 28. George Ransom of Ann Arbor, held on suspicion, died by his own hand in the detectives' office. He drew a revolver during a search, the bullet entering his heart and killing him instantly. Ransom had been trying to sell a team of horses at a sale and gave suspicious answers to questions before arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Mich
George Ransom
Ann Arbor
Ransom
Receivership for Ship Trust Stands Firm in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia on November 28 the appeal of the United States Shipbuilding Company against Judge Kirkpatrick’s appointment of James sh Jr as receiver was heard. The case centers on the corporation's financial distress and the court action to protect creditors during the receivership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Shipbuilding Mpany
Kirkpatrick
James ‘ Sh, Jr
Panama Canal Finances Discussed With U S Officials
Panama minister M Bunau Varilla met Acting Secretary Loomis at the state department to discuss canal finances. The junta plans to reserve the entire 10 million dollars to be paid by the United States for public improvements after the treaty is ratified. General Reyes sent a regional protest circular, which Venezuela's President Castro rejected, signaling a likely collective rejection by Latin American nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
M. Bunau- Varilla
Panama
State Department
Loomis
United States
New York
General Reyes
Port Simon
South and
Central America
Latin America
Castro
Venezuela
Reyes
Court Amends Order On Receiver Permanence
A New Jersey court clarifies that its 1890s receiver order is not a final decree. It strikes extraneous language, states the receiver remains under court control, and provisionally extends the order until the court issues further directions performed by the receiver under ongoing supervision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Equity
State of
New Jersey
Boy killed by bullet meant for burglars in Chicago
17 year old George Reynolds, son of a St. Louis police captain, was found unconscious on Van Buren Street and died en route to Samarit an hospital after a photo shop owner fired at three burglars fleeing the scene. A messenger boy fled with Reynolds, abandoning him. The shooter, John Wheelis, said he aimed at suspects tampering with a storefront display. The victim’s family includes parents and siblings, and Michel was a church member and machinist. The funeral will be arranged by Friendship lodge No 70.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
George Reynolds
Reynolds
St. Louis
Young Reynolds
van Buren Street
Franklin
Samaritan Hospital
John Wheelis
Wheelis
Ari
Ana
Francis J. Michel
Germany
Fort Weyne
Indiana Machine Company
Western Gas Construction Company
Bass Foundry and Machine Company
Western Gas
Arkansas
Charles J
John Michel
Joseph Michel
Buffalo
May Michel
Friendship Lodge No. 70
International Association of Machinists
Michel
Church of the Precious Blood
Schone Undertaking Establishment
Casa Street
Father Notified After Son Reports George Shot
Captain Reynolds of the St Louis Police receives a telegram from his son Thomas in Chicago confirming George was found shot on the street. He will bring the body home after the inquest. George had been working at the Majestic hotel in Chicago after leaving St Louis months earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Reynolds
Thomas
Chicago
George
Majestic
Geake Withdraws From Twelfth District Republican Race
William Geake withdraws as a candidate for the Republican chairmanship in the Twelfth district to promote harmony. Elmer Leonard is expected to stand unopposed for re election. Geake, Beveridge candidate, drew a large local following opposed to Senator Fairbanks. Indianapolis leaders ordered the settlement and Geake will join the state party executive committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Geake
Harmony
Elmer Leonard
Dr. Geake
Beveridge
Agin
Fairbanks
Indianapolis
Geake
Multiple Tragedies and Accidents Reported in Northern Indiana
A 4A hunter Trier was accidentally shot near Ormasg Whitley county on Thanksgiving day. Mrs. Fred Acus of Albion died at 74. Rev. D A Cooper of Peru will lead the First Baptist church in South Bend. Reuben Young 42 at Harris Leinhart hoop mill Wakruza was killed by a board from a saw. Poison mustard sardines sickened Miller family near Winamac. four victims total. Frank Jacob Miller his wife and father John Johns died after severe illness. Johns body to Noble county for burial. triple funeral held. Ossian suffered a 2000 dollar fire destroying three Mary Getty properties including old hotel jewelry store millinery and offices. Fire spread to Sharp hardware and Getty residence.
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Trier
Ormasg
Whitley County
Fred Acus
Albion
A. Cooper
Peru
South Bend
Reuben Young
Harris & Leinhart
Hoop
Wakarusa
Miller
Winamace
Frank
Jacob Miller
Frank Miller
John Johns
Johns
Noble County
Ossian
Mary Getty
Sharp Hardware
Getty
Fatal Nickel Plate switch accident claims machinist
Fred Michel a 31 year old machinist died at St Josephs hospital after being crushed beneath a Nickel Plate switch engine near the city. He fell from a freight engine during an attempted return trip and suffered critical injuries to both legs. Transported to the hospital, he succumbed Saturday morning. The accident involved conductor M Vreeland engineer J W Wells fireman C E Jerome and brakemen J W Weijni and E W Lott.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Michel
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Michel
Cass Street
W. B. Kitselman
M.vreeland
J. W. Wells
C. E. Jerome
J. W. Weijni
E. W. Lott
van Buren Street
St. Joseph's Hospital
J. M. Dinnen
Servian King Peter Sends Letter to President Roosevelt
Berlin reports Miletchevitche the Servian minister asked US Ambassador Tower to forward an autograph letter from King Peter to President Roosevelt announcing his accession. Tower cabled Washington, signaling a move to restore diplomatic ties with the United States after the Belgrade killings. King Peter’s letter reportedly went via Berlin rather than Vienna, whose reason remains unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
M. Miletchevitche
United States
Tower
Washington
King Peter
Roosevelt
Peter
Servia
Alexander
Draga
John B. Jackson
Roumania
Balkans
Belgrade
Mr. Jackson
Vienna
Senate blocks funds for Chilean delegation to St Louis expo
Santiago Chile November 28 The senate refused to vote money to provide for Chile's Representation at the St Louis exposition. The move delays participation and raises questions about government support for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santiago
Chile
Senate
Louie
Young Hunter Dead in Tragic Farm Accident
Rex Weaver a 16 year old boy was instantly killed on Adam Binglebeck’s farm in Lafayette township when his shotgun discharged while he climbed over a log during a morning hunting trip. The shot struck his abdomen and he died before aid could help. He was the son of Mr and Mrs Jacob Weaver of Roanoke residence. The accident occurred about 9 am as he and his brother Roy and a companion Fisher ventured east from Roanoke toward Allen county. The coroner was notified and proceeded to the scene. the body was taken to Ralph Dennis’s home nearby. The day also notes social visits and meetings in the area.
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Rex Weaver
Adam Binglebeck
Lafayette Township
Weaver
Jacob Weaver
Roanoke
Roy Weaver
Fisher
Allen County
Ralph Dennis
W. W. Barnett
MAY REDUCE TARIFF
Washington reports the president has discussed with Congress a plan to cut duties on Philippine imports to 50 percent of Dingley rates. Strong opposition from sugar and tobacco state lawmakers could block the proposal. The president may address the issue in the annual message, but his stance remains unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Gilchrist and Steel fleets likely to consolidate
In Duluth Minnesota November 28 a reported move would unite the Gilchrist and Steel corporation fleets by purchase or other consolidation. A letter indicates J C Gilchrist will join the consolidated fleets in an important role and is seen as strong confirmation of prior rumors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duluth, Minn
Gilchrist
Steel Corporation
J. C. Gilchrist
Sand bank collapse injures farmer and amputates hand
A sand bank on John Bleeke’s Washington township farm caved in on Friday burying his legs and fracturing his right leg below the knee. He was bruised but not considered in danger. Christian Weise Jr. lost a finger in a shredder Friday and had it amputated at Hope hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bleeke
Washington Township
Christian Weise, Jr
Adams Township
Hope Hospital
Peary Aims For New Pole Dash From Grantland Coast
Commander Robert E. Peary and officers arrived aboard the Philadelphia after inspecting British and German navy barracks. Peary plans leaving in July to reach the north shore of Grantland and camp until an attempt on the pole, asserting confidence in reaching the pole with Eskimo assistance and his ship. The voyage caused minor damage to the pier when the Philadelphia bumped a pier shed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockwood
New York
Robert E. Peary
North Pole
Philadelphia
Wm. S. Sims
H. A Bisham
Henry G. Beyer
United States Navy
Navy
Peary
Polar Seas
Grantland
Eskimos
Zimmer Incubator Co Formed To Manufacture Poultry Equipment
The Zimmer Incubator company is organized with C. W. Zimmer as president and J. W. Alvis as vice president. Offices will be in Washington with works in the city, capital stock $50,000, and plans for a new factory. The firm will produce incubators, brooders, and supplies, has conducted showcases at fairs, and counts poultrymen among its founders including W. Zimm, J. G. Zimmer, and W. D. Holterman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joe Boulevard
Indianapolis
Allen County
Co. W. Zimmer
J. G. Zimmer
W. D. Holterman
Holterman
J. W. Alvis
Inland Poultry Journal
Alvis
Zimm
Chicago
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Bogota
Ship Trust
Ederal Court of Appeals
Andrew Yates
Busan M
MR. Geake
Indiana
Peter OF
H. L. Somers
Rachel Eckert
Miss Eckert
South Side Aid Society
Williams Street
Philippines
Austria
Bryan
Tolstoi
Arctic Explorer
Europe
Zimmer Company
Fort Wayne
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