Taft Talks of Pans and Panic Denies War on Capital
Secretary Taft spoke in Boston on three occasions during his visit. He defended independence for the Philippines, discussed the Panama Canal and the navy, and addressed the panic's causes. He blamed human nature and irregularities uncovered in financial investigations, and argued trusts thrived by violating antitrust laws, which he said were then unenforced.
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Boston
Taft
City
Ministers’ Association
Philippines
Klystum Elch
Pandyma Canal
Boston Merchants’ and Manufacturers’ Association
Biblic
United States
Roosevelt and Taft on law, trust prosecutions, and rail rates
The secretary defends Roosevelt's administration as restraining powerful interests through statutes and indictments to curb systemic lawlessness in business. Taft rejects claims of targeting organized capital, asserts enforcement against lawbreakers, and defends the rail rate law as moral progress while noting public blame after trust prosecutions and the panic.
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Roosevelt
Taft
United States
Tie
Agni
Siuperyi
Regulation of Railways and Trusts Debate in Government
A distorted text notes a debate on regulation of railways and trusts. The president is described as not responsible for certain policies, while the secretary advocates combination and control, warning against monopolies. The discussion questions whether to maintain strict regulation or shift toward broader laissez faire.
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Sidi
Ag Onuinelire
Raibwaiys Ainda
Address Sparks Wide Applause Throughout Speech
A fragmentary report notes the speaker's remarks on a topic titled Firsted States were carefully avoided yet his cadence drew broad applause as he spoke, with audience acclaim continuing through the address.
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Onten Te
Roosevelt Returns From Pine Knot Outing
Washington December 31 President Roosevelt arrived in feeble health and lively spirits after a five day outing at Pine Knot Virginia The presidential party traveled by special train from North Garden without incident Mrs Roosevelt greeted on the platform by the crowd The president asked if he had charged a big gimme and replied He did not go after any He said they took the children to the country for an outing and everyone enjoyed themselves immensely.
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Washington
Pine Knot
Roosevelt
North Garden
Afrs
Hts
Foreclosure suit tops Sangamon coal firm assets
In Springfield Illinois First Trust and Savings bank sues Illinois Collieries company in the county effents court over eight mines. Receiver Glenn W. Train appointed bonds totaling 3 cents per ton sinking fund and a $50 050 January 1 payment flagged. Most bondholders Chicago investors. bonds issued July 1 1900. Bondholders are the stockholders. trustee acts for bondholders.
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Springfield
Sangamon County
Effents
First Trust and Savings Bank
Tllinois Collieries Company
Mlinois
Tllinois
Glenn W. Train
Chicage
Con Pincy
Chicago
He Differed With Roosevelt On Wood Pulp Tariff
Representative Littlefield spoke in Portland on forestry and tariffs arguing against reducing the wood pulp tariff. He warned Canada would impose a new duty, prompting U S paper makers to rely entirely on U S forests due to higher Canadian prices.
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Saya Littlefield
Portland
Littlefield
United States
No Operation for Darrow Mastoiditis in Los Angeles Hospital
Clarence Darrow, famed Chicago lawyer, has arrived at a Los Angeles hospital with mastoiditis. Dr Thalmes reports unlikely need for surgery after examination. The infection started from a cold and overwork, forming an inner ear abscess.
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Darrow
Los Angeles
Cal
Clarence Darrow
Chicago
Thalmes
Waynes
Speakers named for Bryan banquet in Lincoln list
Tincoln Neb Dec 81 The list of speakers for the Democratic banquet at Lincoln Jan 1 is announced by William J Bryan Governor Charles Haskell of Oklahoma Jerry B Sullivan of Des Moines Ia Henry Watrum of Indianapolis Gov N B Broward of Florida ex senator Patterson of Colorado M F Warrington of O Neill Neb and William J Bryan
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Tincoln, Neb
Lincoln
Titor
William J. Bryan
Charles Haskell
Oklahoma
Jerry B. Sullivan
Pre. Moines
Henry Watrum
Indianapolis
N. BB. Broward
Florida
Patterson
Colorado
M. F. Warrington
Oneill
Will Try for the Prize Again in Paris Flight
Henry Farman flew in a circle about a kilometre with ease, citing improvements to his aeroplane since prior attempts. He has summoned the Aero Club commission to witness his next try, aiming to win the $10,000 Deutsch-Arch deacon prize tomorrow.
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Paris
Henry Farman
The
Aero Club
Brine Found Promising Salt Industry Rebirth
In southeastern Illinois, joint surveys by the state water survey and the Illinois ecology survey located at the University report wells with brine and gas. tests indicate a commercial salt potential. Investigators claim the historic salt horizon of St Hee county constitutes part of the new discovery, with prospects for large scale plants comparable to eastern Ohio.
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St Hee County
Thos
Ohio
Daniels Family Arrested in Counterfeiting Raid
Perry C Daniels his son Tres, a daughter and a young betrothed, Irel Daniels, were arrested in a raid on the Daniels home in St Jaima. Police charged them with counterfeiting silver dines and quarters. Continuous family claim of involvement noted.
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St. Jaima
Dee
Perry C. Daniels
Tres Daniels
Irel Daniels
Daniels
Death Denied a Pardon in New Jersey Sons Case
Walter A. McAllister and William Death had thirty year sentences for complicity in the murder of Jennie Bosachieter of Paterson, New Jersey. The pardon board denied their applications for clemency.
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Trenton
N. J
Dee
Walter A. McAllister
William Death
Jennie Bosachieter
Paterson
Pettibone Taken Violently To Hospital After Delayed Trial
The illness of G. A. Pettibone led to an adjournment of his trial. Pettibone became violent towards attendants and was taken to a hospital where his condition was described as extreme but showing some improvement in reports.
Infant Birthmark Noted in Clartman Girl
Neighbors gather at the Tlartman home in Alton to view a two month-old girl whose forehead bears a distinctive birthmark described as a burgundy line. The unusual mark has drawn local interest as it becomes more prominent over the past weeks.
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Boro
Yrenry Clartman
Alton
Gathbor
Tlartman
Strike Quietly Shuts Mines Across Hopkins Webster Counties
A miners strike affects Vinton workers in Hopkins Webster Ulster and Christian counties with operations halted tomorrow by the union. The move begins the year, signaling broad labor unrest in the region.
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Topkinsville
Dee
Vinton
Tmmon-Union
Hopkins, Webster
Gunboat Finta Offered at Public Sale after Condemnation
Washington December 81 reports the old gun boat Finta has been surveyed condemned and offered for sale to the highest bidder.
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Washington
Finta
Attempted assassination at St. James Church building
In Shrring Valley on Dec 8 an alleged attempt targeted Father Volitas, pastor of St. James Roman Catholic Church. Three intruders broke into his bedroom window while he slept but the priest escaped unharmed. The congregation is said to be largely Lithuanian with existing factions.
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Shrring Valley
Maade
Pather Volitas
Paistor
St. Jims Roman Catholic Church
Asteep
Eexist
Regular Patrons Urged to Report Missed Newspapers
Readers who do not receive their paper regularly are requested to notify the office. Prompt reporting helps ensure delivery adjustments and timely service for all subscribers.
Peoria man William Tow Ninn recalls long life events
In Peoria Illinois William Tow Ninn of Claresbury celebrates a birthday anniversary. He mentions memories from ninety years ago and notes that Layw cast the first vote for General Zachary Caylor.
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William Tow- Ninn
Claresbury
Pewis
Deco
Dee
Laywnom
Zachary Caylor
Humphreys Floropathic No 23 Advertisement Mystery
Nervous debility vital weakness and prostration from overwork and other causes are claimed to be treated by Humphreys Floropathic Specific No 23. In use over 40 years it is advertised as the only successful remedy. Sold by druggists at a dollar per vial or special package for serious cases. Presented by Humphreys Medical Co. Willie & Co. NB
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Reece
Pric& Dumphreys
Willie & Cn
Harriet M. Burbank Piano Teacher Studio 36 Crave Sr Sede
Harriet M. Burbank is listed as a piano teacher with a studio at 36 Crave Sr Sede. The notice references her teaching services and studio location in a concise community directory style.
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Harriet M. Burbank
Crave Sr Sede
Freeport Water Company Notice on Tax Due Date
Due datum January 1 water taxes are due at the Water Company's offices behind the First National Bank. If paid by that date, a ten percent discount is allowed. The office will be open evenings from December 18 to January 1, inclusive. Respectfully, Freeport Water Co.
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First National Bank
Bos
Oor
Tre Freeport Water Co
Women Excluded From Thaw Trial Courtroom
All women except Thaw family members and women reporters will be barred from the courtroom for Harry K. Thaw's second trial. Judge Dowling ordered the seating limits reduced due to overcrowding after the Straus trial. Anstice Dowling aims to stop repeat disruptions by curious women seeking admission.
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New York
Thaw
Harry SK. Thaw
Dowling
Trinl
Anstice Dowling
Findlay Men Arrest After Diamond Heist Attempt
Police stopped two men named Joseph Laboon and J C Moran of London after they allegedly attempted to flee with trays of diamonds. George B Thompson collapsed unconscious after being knocked over during the incident. Most stones were recovered from the scene or with the pair, with two missing.
Kelly and Papke Fight a Draw in Milwaukee
Hugo Kelly of Chicago and Billy Papke of Spring Valley, IL, boxed ten rounds to a draw before the Badger Athletic Club. The bout was fast from the opening bell with both men knocked down once and minor blood in the third round.
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Kelly
Papke
Milwaukee
Hugo Kelly
Chicago
Billy Papke
Spring Valley
Til
Badger Athletic Club
Five Story Building Scorched in Chicago Fire
A five story building at 126 Jefferson street in Chicago was partly destroyed by fire causing an estimated loss of 100000 dollars. The Wat sons Chemical company the Chicago Sporting Goods company and Fred Ratsch president of the latter company and owner of the building suffered most of the loss.
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Chicago
Jefferson Street
Watsons Chemical Company
Chicago Sporting Goods Company
Fred Ratsch
Roses Blooming in Pennsylvania Railroad Garden
Roses are blooming outdoors at the Pennsylvania Railroad flower garden in Thover Del. Mild days and a springlike Christmas week hurried the buds and two rose bushes opened with beautiful well colored blooms.
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Del
Pennsylvania Railroad
Oarsman Ned Jfaniap Feared After Injury At Home
Ned Jfaniap once world champion oarsman is reported dangerously ill at his Toronto home amid ongoing health concerns. Officials and family seek to manage his condition as supporters await updates.
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Hanlan Very
Toronto
Ont
Ned" Jfaniap
Chicago Board of Trade Quotations Reported
Chicago markets show varied prices across grains and livestock on December 30 with offers in Wheat Corn and Pork futures, cash sales and stock quotes for winter wheat, oats and alfalfa. Readouts include futures closes, Dec and May/July spreads, and live stock receipts with prime cattle and sheep pricing glimpses.
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Chicago
Chicago Board of Prade
Ghimples
Spada
Siibes Ranger
Sula
Primatas
Sena
Paiddana
Wisconsin
Chobere
ST Sa
Death Mystery Deepens Over New Jersey Corpse
New York report on December 31 says a murdered woman found in a Harrison pond may be Agnes Young. Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Thiel contest Annie O Keefe identity, asserting Young was with Mrs. King in Brooklyn and Christmas Day Jersey City plans. Police still pursue leads and questioned sightings in Newark and Jersey City.
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New York
Harrison
N. J
Frank
Newark Moreue
Agnes Young
King
Brooklyn
Mystery in Clayton murder case grips Janesville scene
In Harrison North Dakota and Janesville Wisconsin the Clayton case sees no clear cause of death yet. Professor B O Smith asks if Mrs Clayton used cocaine as doctors continue stomach tests. Frederick Clayton testifies about his wife fearing a religious fanatic and his efforts to keep her safe. The jury delays to review findings as no drowning or poisoning is confirmed beyond possible cocaine traces.
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Janesville
Wis
Clayton
B. O. Smith
Beloit College
Mich
Tuwa
Illinois
Beloit
Erie
Ralway Station
Chicago
K. G. Smith
Not a Catlin Pull of Dead Toondon Dee St-Ple Lopes
A garbled OCR fragment traces patrons subscribed to a popular syndicate. The text mentions Toondon and Dee St-Ple Lopes among hundreds who hold stock, but overall content is unclear.
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Toondon
Dee St
Popular
Ruis
Prosecution Links Body Found in Coffin Case
In a case tied to the duke of Portland, the body of Thomas Charles Pryce was found in a grave with a body rather than a coffin of lead. The prosecution notes the accuser George Mollamtey and others, all poor servants, including girls, are involved in the matter.
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George Ffatlamby
Dukedon
Portland
Thomas Charles Pryce
George Mollamtey
Girla
Ike
Vanity Makes Misfits and School Controversy
The piece notes the El Paso high school dropping Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice from the curriculum at Rabbi Zidonke’s request, prompting a church leaders’ protest. It adds a Vanity Makes Misfits anecdote about tailors and misfitting suits, illustrating ego-driven postures and flawed measurements.
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FB Pao
Liv
Putnam
Merchant of Venice
el Paso
Martin Zidonke
Ministers’ Union
Notable Ancestor Admiral Leads Allied Forces in War
Mrs Parvenu mocks Mr Elppant asking about distinguished forebears. He replies that one ancestor was the most famous Admiral of his day commanding allied forces, revealing the name in a playful mispronunciation as Noawh mada.
Beauty hints for clearer skin and fuller lashes
A remedy for nose oiliness is washing with added washing soda. Rich foods cause pimples on the nose and the cure is a normal diet. Do not clip lashes. use a quinine and almond oil tonic to stimulate growth. Gently touch lash roots with a fine brush weekly. Massage the scalp daily to nourish roots, promote growth, and curb splitting ends.
The Scientist and the Roach Tea Leaf Joke
A military official urges pilots to stay calm and alert under pressure. A noted scientist once gave a lecture in a church and quipped that roaches die from wet tea leaves because they wrap themselves in a blanket, a humorous tale. Los Angeles Timor Land is set aside in the Philippines to support island schools.
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Los_ Angeles
Timor
Philippines
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